How I make a SS wick

Using #500 mesh, I roll a SOLID wick:

• I lightly torch the mesh beforehand, then I use a metal ruler to 'strip' the mesh to start the curl. (Like you'd do for curling a ribbon w/ scissors.)

• Then I fold about a mm of the outside edge into the center to keep frayed edges away from the coil.

• I start rolling what's to become the center of the wick. I roll, & I roll, & I roll until it's tight. then I concentrate on rolling the rest of the wick.

• Once done, I torch the wick again to fully oxidize it, and to set its shape.

No quenching or juice burns necessary!
Works well for me. YMMV...