1. Start by putting your drill bit into the vice and tighten so the bit is firmly in place.
Using a Ring Jig to Make Jump Rings
By Tammy Powley, About.com Guide
This first section shows how to wrap the wire into a long coil so that later it can be cut into your jump rings.
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- Introduction and Materials
- Start Wrapping the Wire
- Hold the Wire Against the Bit
- Attach Second Vise Grips
- Wrap Wire Around Bit
- Finishing Wrapping Wire
- Prepare to Saw Jump Rings
- Prepare Your Saw
- Put Wire Coil Into Jig
- Start Sawing the Wire Coil
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