Sandy
Iāve used ONLY a Cad program for anything similiar to what youāre
making. Cad is so much easier and faster, hence less expensive, too boot!
Iāve used 18kt, 14kt and even many in silver. The results are spectacular
in any metal you choose. For your pricing, Iād allow the full Cad fees. BUT
build them up in your final pricing Iād even put in an additional 50% for
any unforeseen costsā¦donāt cut yourself shortā¦Let the client know ahead
of time you are making āone of a kindā designā¦:>)
BTW, have the CAD person give you the āSTLā working, cad-file, this
belongs to YOU!!! Another thing to know, will they actually build the
wax-item for you and cast it? Build these fees into your pricing as
well!!!..wish you tunz of happiness, youāll be so happy you decided to use
āCadā.
Sandy- We still do it old school in what ever metal the customer wants. I
can whip out a signet ring blank in wax in 30- 45 minutes.
Tim can hand engrave the crest or initials in another hour.
In our shop any custom piece is a minimum of $750.00 for the labor only.
Metals are our cost keystoned. The labor is the same price whether or not
itās gold, platinum or silver.
Have fun and make lots of jewelry.
-Jo Haemer www.timothywgreen.com