The process begins long before a piece of jewelry reaches the shop. Designs are developed, tested, and refined over weeks, sometimes months. Every necklace, every bracelet, every ring undergoes an elaborate manufacturing process that combines craftsmanship and precision.
1. From raw block to wire
It all starts with a block of pure silver. This is sawn off, alloyed with copper, and melted down to create 925 sterling silver. The molten metal is poured into a mold and then rolled – again and again, pass by pass, until the square wire reaches the desired width.
Then comes the drawing process: The wire is pulled through increasingly smaller holes in a drawing plate until it has the perfect curve. A process that requires strength and patience.
2. Link by link by hand
The finished wire is wound onto a mandrel and then cut – link by link. Now the real work begins: Each individual link is assembled, sealed, and soldered by hand. No machines, no mass production – only hand tools: hammer, file, soldering torch, graver.
3. Grinding and shaping
After soldering comes the filing and grinding process. This is where the smooth, precise edges that will later shine are created. Each link is individually worked until the surface is perfect. This step gives the chain its character – the balance between weight and elegance.
4. The shutter: Precision to a tenth of a millimeter
Once the chain is finished, the clasp is made. Thick sheets of silver are cut to a tenth of a millimeter, engraved, bent, and soldered to create a solid box clasp. This is then soldered to the chain – a connection that will last.
5. Blackening and polishing
Finally, the chain is blackened to emphasize contrasts and then polished. The result: a surface that reflects light and a piece of jewelry with weight and presence.
Quality control: Every link counts
I personally ensure quality. I inspect every link, every solder joint, every surface. Only jewelry that meets my standards leaves the workshop. That's the Kerber standard – handcrafted, inspected, perfect.
Conclusion
From the workshop to the wrist – every step is done by hand. From the block of fine silver to forging, soldering, and grinding, right through to the final polish. The result is not a mass-produced item, but a piece of jewelry with history, weight, and character. Made in Germany, handcrafted with precision.
