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    Modeling clay

    Hello Tim. Dab the area where you want the image with the clay, leaving a waxy surface. Dust over the waxy area with a cotton ball that has been dipped in talcum powder. Blow off any excess powder, leaving a thin coating in the area. Warm the modeling clay to room temperature, 75- 90 degrees...
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    Engraving evaluation

    Considering the short time you have been engraving, the tools and equipment you have at your disposal, your engraving and shading are outstanding. If you keep applying yourself with the same diligence you will become a remarkable engraving artist!
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    Scrimshaw/Bulino?

    With a little more work on the hat you have a winner IMO. When you say 70 degree graver, are you talking about the face or the bottom angle?
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    New to cafe

    Thanks! I didn't make the association to the broom handle remark.
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    New to cafe

    You lost me on the vacuum cleaner question???
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    New to cafe

    Rockingkj, I recommend the square Belgium style gravers handles. With them your "hand/mind" can "automatically" sense when the graver is "upright" or the amount "leaning angle" you are giving it to create a flair cut. This takes a little time to get the hang of, but will come to you with a bit...
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    9 months in

    Crowman80. Well done! Good borders. scrollwork and outstanding lettering.
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    New to cafe

    Nice work! Try some hammer and chisel powered engraving. Many old timers used that method, together with push.
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    The Buffalo Bill Colt

    What a wonderful re-creation! Mr. Mike, Your client sure picked the right engraver for this project.
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    Silver skull pendant

    Marc did his usual great job on that piece. No criticism of his fine work was intended. His scrollwork, shading and the skull all project his outstanding artistry. My criticism is of the recent "skull trend" in the engraving industry, nothing more.!!
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    Silver skull pendant

    Yes friend Sam, you are correct. That was many moons ago.. And you have a really fantastic memory! Take care, stay well. Thanks Marc, and I understand about doing the dishes. HA ha!
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    Silver skull pendant

    Thank you Marc. I respect you, your opinion, judgement and work. And I understand that you have to make a living, You can not always chose the content. As an oldster, this latest and popular skull engraving theme disappoints me. I will just have to avoid looking at any of it.
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    Silver skull pendant

    This is very well done. It displays fine engraving skills! Thank you for that. The shading is outstanding. But is it just me getting old? Good as it is, I'm about sick of skull engravings. Please excuse my bold comments. Skulls everywhere. Knives, guns jewelry, I know they sell. But they are...
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    2023 Engrave-in

    My best regards to all who attend Scott's wonderful event.
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    Hi I'm in UK. Can any one help me buy the right engraver. I air brush cars. And have just finished a low rider. I would like to engrave the bumpers. T

    Engraving chrome plated steel is not a good idea. First of all, the chrome is very hard and difficult to cut through. And if you do, there is a good chance of the chrome plating pealing at the edge of the engraving cuts. And that is a nightmare mess to deal with. To do it right the bumpers...
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    Critique Request Realistic work, Bulino shading techniques

    Fine work. A wide assortment of gray and gold tones. Stipple away! Let's see more of your bulino!
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    Pipe Hawk

    Thank you Leland your wife must be very proud of the wonderful gift. mticr, A bountiful powder horn and guns. Thanks for sharing.
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    Suggestions for an affordable watch worth engraving

    Seems like you are getting some great help and advise on watches and engraving them. Isn't the Cafe a wonderful resource! Thank you for the Cafe, Sam!
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    Suggestions for an affordable watch worth engraving

    Andrew Biggs, the editor of "The Engraver", has a lot of experience with engraving and engravable watches. You might try contracting him and see if he can advise you. Best of luck with your project and post pictures of it on the FEGA forum please.
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    Pipe Hawk

    Some wonderful work from both gentlemen!

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