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I used to use fire to anneal my copper wire but found an easier way.

Strip the insulation off if there is any with a sharp utility knife. Then roll it around a small round coffee can.

Take it to your stove, electric or gas and put it on the stove element on high. Wait untill it glows red, translucent
hot,you may have to turn it with a utensil like a fork. After it glows red hot it's done. Let it cool and it's spft as butter, until you twist it and it becomes hard again.

3-May-2002	#10
GaryS bonsaiTALK Master Craftsman Join Date: Mar-2002 Location: Wisconsin Country: USA USDA Zone: 4a AHS Heat Zone: 4 Posts: 729	Re: Juniperus procumbens nana I used to use fire to anneal my copper wire but found an easier way. Strip the insulation off if there is any with a sharp utility knife. Then roll it around a small round coffee can. Take it to your stove, electric or gas and put it on the stove element on high. Wait untill it glows red, translucent hot,you may have to turn it with a utensil like a fork. After it glows red hot it's done. Let it cool and it's spft as butter, until you twist it and it becomes hard again. __________________ GaryS