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Let us show you around - 52 O street NW Art Studios #212

JewelryClassDC is the best-equipped metalsmithing studio in the DC metro area. Our studio spaces at 52O are full of art, music, and light. 52O is a historical art building with many exciting artists. Though classes are kept to ten students for personalized instruction, we have a total of 28 professionally-outfitted goldsmithing benches. Every student, whether you’re taking a one-day workshop, an eight-week class, or participating in a 12-month extended study session, you will sit at a professionally equipped jeweler’s bench. With a complete forging setup and smelting station, your workspace will be surrounded by an incredible collection of vintage metalsmithing tools and art. There is simply no better place to study jewelry making in DC.

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Every one of our 26 benches is a fully-outfitted goldsmith bench—you’ll never wait for a tool. With 26 professional benches (and class sizes of 10 or fewer), every student has access to a fully-outfitted workspace. Here’s a snapshot of the tools we offer.

    • Benchmate system

    • Flexshaft

    • Complete tool set

    • Optivisors

    • Smith Little Torches (oxy/propane)

    • Neutec Studio Plus 125 Laser Welder

    • GRS PowerGraver

    • Leica microscopes

    • Precision engraving vices

    • Vintage German, Swedish, and American anvils

    • Bonny Down hydraulic press

    • Rolling mills

    • Stakes

    • Hammers

    • Enclosed polishing machines

    • Flex shafts

    • Hammer hand pieces

    • Magnetic pin finisher

    • Camera

    • Studio light box

    • Studio lighting

    • Steamer

    • Ultrasonic

    • Powerhone

    • Band saw

    • Pickle pot

    • Compressor