• Forge and tools, propane
• Metal roller
• Hydraulic press
• Disc cutter, reeded collar die and stamping die
• Burnisher

• Oxy-Acetylene Torch ~3,500 °C / 6,300 °F - Requires oxygen + acetylene tanks.
• No. 4 or larger tip
• Victor Journeyman 450 Torch Set
• Smith Little Torch with Oxy-Acetylene Setup (Jewelry-grade)

💡 Use a small graphite or ceramic crucible. Keep flame neutral (not oxidizing) to avoid carbon contamination.

• Crucible: Graphite or high-alumina ceramic (rated ≥1700 °C)
• Mold: Graphite molds for bars, or investment molds for casting jewelry (use lost wax casting if you want detailed shapes).
• Flux: Use a stainless-compatible flux (borax + silica blend) to minimize oxidation.
• Full face shield, heatproof gloves, leather apron
• Use outdoors or with a fume hood
• Ventilation for chromium fumes (stainless steel releases hexavalent chromium when overheated)
• Keep water and moisture far away from molten metal