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Bullseye Thinfire Shelf Paper - 20-1/2" x 20-1/2" Sheet

Item# 7405

3 of 4 found the following review helpful:

Bullseye Shelf Paper, June 2, 2013 5 stars

Pros
The standard for shelf paper. I have used it for years. It cuts easily, performs very well, and can often be used twice, especially if the first firing is Tack Fuse. This saves a lot of money.

Cons
No cons.

Other Thoughts
The paper disintegrates so when cleaning the paper off the shelf, or sweeping up the paper bits that fly under the shelf, use a mask. Keep all scraps. They can be used many ways. Just do not overlap under a piece or you will end up with a crease in your piece after firing!!!

3-1/8" Jumping Bean Dish Mold

Item# 81022

2 of 2 found the following review helpful:

Jumping Bean Dish 3 1/8, May 23, 2013 5 stars

Pros
I have used it once. It is nice for using small scrap. Just some little decoration such as stripe makes it a nice dish. Can make very ornamental with right combos of glass. Good practice for elements of art on small scale.

Cons
None - sure it is small, but you know that before using.

Other Thoughts
None. I plan to use it more.

Mosaic Mesh

Item# 71201

14 of 19 found the following review helpful:

Review Mosaic mesh, April 1, 2013 5 stars

Pros
My first use of mesh. Works great!! Up until now, I generally used indirect application via contact paper. This allows you to put the mesh over a pattern, draw the pattern on the mesh (with sharpie) then attach mosaic pieces with Weldbond or some other moderate nontoxic glue. Once you have the pieces glued to the mesh, you can lay the whole thing onto a prepared surface all at once.

Cons
No cons noted. A great timesaver and reasonable for its value. Give it a try.

Other Thoughts
When glueing pieces to the mesh, be sure to have a slick paper under the glue areas so it doesn't stick too much when done.

Wissmach White Opal 7" Circle - 90 COE

Item# 11808

Wissmach White Opal Glass, October 29, 2011 5 stars

Pros
Can't tell the difference between this glass and Bullseye in appearance "a real pro". Works equally well with Bullseye or Uroboros glass. Price is outstanding.

Cons

Other Thoughts
Go for this product. I have had no problems at all with this.

Wissmach White Opal 10" Circle - 90 COE

Item# 11809

1 of 1 found the following review helpful:

Wissmach White Fusible Opal, September 13, 2011 5 stars

Pros
I have used Wissmach white opal pre-cut 7" circles and 10" circles. I find these products to be of good quality. Great price!!

Cons
None noted

NeutraClean Flux Remover - Gallon

Item# 61711

3 of 4 found the following review helpful:

Neutralizer is Insurance, August 18, 2011 5 stars

Pros
Unlike other flux removers which is a cleaning compound but not a neutralizer, this product actually neutralizes flux which is acidic. If not neutralized or completely washed away, flux will attack glue on the foil and form a sort of thrush on the came. I have seen the thrush on a piece and it is disgusting. Soap is also a base element which counteracts the acid, so I use a mixture of soap and Neutra when cleaning after each soldering session.

Cons
None that I know of. Advertised as having no toxic properties.

Other Thoughts
After using to clean at end of session, be sure to rinse thoroughly, if not, the remaining Neutra on the piece will counteract the flux's acidity, and you will end up with a pool of solder that won't spread.

Van Gogh Color Assortment Glass Pack

Item# 4047

2 of 3 found the following review helpful:

Van Gogh Glass, July 3, 2011 4 stars

Pros
I recently used four sheets of Van Gogh glass in a class I taught. They were cranberry, silver, gold and a mixed blue green. The actual colors are as vivid as indicated, and the glass scores and breaks evenly and nippers also do a good job in working with the glass.

Cons
Cutting or nipping very narrow strips (maybe 1/8" or 1/16") too often result in the backing falling off.

Other Thoughts
The glass is a nice addition to regular glass.

Glass Pro Flux - 4 oz

Item# 5526GP

6 of 10 found the following review helpful:

Flux Rating, June 21, 2011 5 stars

Pros
This flux has worked well for me, and probably is better than most.

Cons
Like all fluxes, this is an acid product. Use a base solution (soap and Neutraclean mixed with water.) Wash your hands thoroughly after handling.)

Other Thoughts
I need to stock up on flux. I will buy a couple bottles of this flux.

hanksglass comment on happy wedding day
April 2, 2011

So thoughtful and precious. Keep up the good work.

1" Studio Pro Grinder Bit

Item# 7402

30 of 32 found the following review helpful:

1, March 4, 2011 2 stars

Pros
I rated this a year or two ago and gave it five stars. Now for some reason it has really deteriorated. I can no longer provide pro comments. See description of cons below.

Cons
I teach classes at a community center. Generally a class runs seven weeks, three hours per week with a max of seven students. Three Superstar grinders are available for student use. The last two classes, I have needed to use six or nine bits, where in previous classes, one grinder bit per grinder was adequate. The bit has less grinder teeth (or whatever) and grinds down to flat metal very fast. I watch the water levels, and regularly adjust the bit up and down. I plan to discuss this matter with Delphi (they now produce the bit, I think.)

Glassline Pen Mini Assortment

Item# 79420

5 of 8 found the following review helpful:

USING GLASSLINE PENS, November 28, 2010 4 stars

Pros
I am not sure if I like this product or not. It does allow for tracing of lines and ridges on glass. I have used the black and gold metallic and both have nice finish. Especially, the black isn't coal black but rather has a shiny look.

Cons
N/A See above.

Other Thoughts
Be sure to shake well each time before using. Also, be sure to use the tips provided. For a while, I just cut the extended neck and then spread the paint. It doesn't lend itself to good control that way. If interested, give it a try, it is cheap enough to play with. It cures real well at slow tack fuse.

Novacan Old Masters Flux - 8 Oz

Item# 5510

1 of 6 found the following review helpful:

Old Master Flux, July 10, 2010 2 stars

Pros
I have mixed views on this product. I don't really like it as it seems to leave the solder more "dirty" than I would like. It is somewhat weak, and takes quite a bit of flux to get the solder to flow well.

Cons
I detest gel fluxes. Given that I am not overly impressed, I have put in an order for a few different fluxes.

Other Thoughts
A good flux is seemingly hard to find. Accordingly, I will try to remember to do a writeup after using the other fluxes.

Mastercraft 60/40 Solder - 1 lb.

Item# 3000

1 of 3 found the following review helpful:

Mastercraft 60/40 Solder, March 18, 2009 5 stars

Pros
No quality differences between this and its competitors. I go with Mastercraft.

Cons
None

Other Thoughts
None

Pistol-Grip TAP Wheel Supercutter

Item# 5100

1 of 1 found the following review helpful:

pistol grip supercutter, March 18, 2009 5 stars

Pros
The standard by which good cutters are measured. It is no accident that this is the glass cutter of choice in every stained glass shop I have been in.

Cons
None

Other Thoughts
A great professional tool at a very good price.

Bullseye Clear, White Streaky - 90 COE

Item# B21303F

6 of 8 found the following review helpful:

Bullseye White Streaky 90 COE, February 12, 2009 5 stars

Pros
The glass is regular thickness and works well as the base glass on large projects. It gives just a hint of difference as background. It cuts great.

Cons
Can't think of any.

Other Thoughts
This is a staple in my glass inventory. I don't use it for every project, heaven forbid, but it really fills a lot of areas where you don't want see thru but don't want the background taking over.

Power Max II Deluxe Grinder

Item# 7430

2 of 3 found the following review helpful:

Power Max II Review, December 6, 2008 5 stars

Pros
I have used my Power Max II for about 6 years. Pros: This is a tremendously powerful machine --- you can really "lean on it" without apparent harm. In all, an excellent mid-range grinder. My primary needs are power and durability and this machine definitely provides them.

Cons
Cons: The grinder is very messy. It throws a lot of water all over.

Glastar Plastic Eye Shield

Item# 5219

2 of 2 found the following review helpful:

glastar plastic shield, July 10, 2008 2 stars

Pros
Splash guard is nice.

Cons
Shield scratches from water/glass spray very easily. In short time, is nearly impossible to use.

Other Thoughts
Use a stand with clear float glass. Works very well

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joined:	Jan 05, 2004
location:	Lexington, SC US
display name:	hanksglass

	II.2 Complete Blade and Parts Kit Quantity: 3
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	7/32" Delphi Superior Silver Backed Foil - 1.25 Mil Quantity: 2