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My Bench: David Murphy

APRIL SPOTLIGHT:
DAVID MURPHY loves jewellery because of its many facets and he belives that every jeweller has their own style and understanding of it.
DAVID MURPHY


Works at: David Murphy Jewellers, Perth

Age: 57

Years in trade: 40 years

Training: Apprenticeship

First job: Ringcraft Jewellers, 1978

Favourite gemstone:

Ceylon sapphire. Blue’s my favourite colour.

Favourite metal:

18-carat yellow gold – it’s the easiest metal of all for cleaning after soldering and polishing.

Favourite tool:

The saw frame, because it can take a lot of metal in one go. I always loved saw piercing – I still have a piece I did in TAFE from more than 38 years ago!

Best part of job:

Seeing the finished piece all polished up, ready to go, then the reaction of the customer when they collect it.

Best tip from a jeweller:

To watch and learn, then try to replicate it.

Best tip to a jeweller:

Be patient, believe in your ability, and never be afraid to learn or try something new.

Biggest health concern on the bench:

My eyes standing up to the rigours of the trade.

Love jewellery because:

There are so many facets to it and every jeweller has their own style and understanding of it.

What frustrates you most about the industry?

Mass-produced rubbish that comes into the country, and that people don’t understand quality.

My bench is always:

Messy. I try to clean at least two or three times a year and then promise myself to keep it that way – but as long as my work is tidy, the bench can wait!

 

 

 











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