4. In this step, begin wrapping wire over the broken
segment. No special tool is necessary, just use your
fingers. Choose the longer segment if possible. Make
sure to push the segment up so that it extends over the
end of the broken segment. This will allow it to join
with the other half of the break. Leave enough wire for
the other segment and complete the wrap for the
current segment.
6. In this step, do the following
Carefully connect the segments together and continue
wrapping so that the break is in the middle of the
wrap.
Use temporary adhesive putty (Scotch's 860) to
position the glasses for soldering.
Flux the wrap so that solder flows well.
Solder lightly to strengthen the bond, but do not use
too much solder to allow for an additional layer. Use
just enough solder so that it ends up between the
copper wire and the broken frame.
8. In this step, do the following:
Add another layer of wire for a stronger joint.
Flux the additional layer.
Solder the additional layer. Use more solder than the
first layer so that it creates a strong bond between
layers, devoid of air pockets.
If done correctly, the bond should be strong enough to
resume wearing the glasses and should be very rigid.