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    for beginners

    my 2cw. it's also quite beneficial to a neub to learn how to handle frustration. know that frustration will occur. when it does, it's not the end of the world. i'd guess 90% of the members became flustered a lot. the other 10% simply lied about it.
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    Curious what is going on with this gun- etched, engraved, corroded?

    blood may initiate a bit of rust. to my eye, this shows far too deep to be mere "blood rust. the (design ?" if that's what it is, seems too irregular to have been done on purpose. probably accidental exposure to some very corrosive liquid. jmho
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    Question: 1-Step versus 2-Step Re-sharpening Process

    the very feature about engraving that i like--- i don't have to think about anything whilst engraving. a nice state of mind. lookin at that little line, and the world goes away.
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    Microscope Zeiss 508

    never used the model. the name , zeiss, has been held in hi regard for a verylong time. jmho
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    Critique Request I would appreciate your opinions and critique

    the purpose of shading is twofold. it adds interest to the design,and more importantly, creates the illusion of depth on an otherwise flat surface. the landlord here, sam alfano, has excellent video work showing this. it's worth looking into !
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    Question: Complain to a non-engraver

    i don't think this violates forum rules. since you are seeking feedback about our particular problems. just be mindful, if you actually wish to sell here, you'll have to post that in the classified section of the forum. to post there, a nominal fee is required to do such.
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    Engraving styles

    there's much, much more that can be embellished than is shown here on the forum look for a makket, then fill that need. no market ?? simple as pie, just start yer own. probably the strangest request i ever had was from a radio show in desmoines, iowa. i engraved the station logo and a talk show...
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    Carving grapevine on a limestone cross

    tyvm for that answer. i've done a bit of stonework, including a few tombstones. but nothing on a scale like what you do. quite honestly, i'm too lazy to even think about something of that size.
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    Question: 1-Step versus 2-Step Re-sharpening Process

    i have a non answer: you wont likely live long enough to significantly reduce a graver to a too-short length. i assume that you're starting with a full length graver. even using the newer short blanks, you're actually be removing very little from the overall graver length. the majority of metal...
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    Carving grapevine on a limestone cross

    absolute great looking work. may also serve as a tutorial. what sort of fastening system do you use to anchor the parts together ?
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    Design work

    you could try the google search bar. that search bar connects to a world of info. might be worth a try.
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    What Makes Us Human?

    i used to study quantum fizziks till i came to my census.
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    New forum member!

    , man you're lucky.convince her she needs a good scopeand and ball vise.
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    Announcement: How to Build Your Own "Plug & Play" Power Hone for Under $350

    wow ! an interesting batch of info. i made one some time ago from a dc tape transfer motor. it gives very acceptable performance. way, way less than yours cost. you mentioned flexion on deep downward pressure. i'm not sure one needs that much down pressure. unless you're sharpening jackhammer...
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    Light Inscription on S&W 460 Bone Collector

    no printers' ink ? flat black rustoleum will do the trick. same procedure as john b. mentioned. i've put quite a few rounds thru a .455. not too good for bustin beer & pop cans. after a couple shots, you almost want to take up bowling.
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    New forum member!

    welcome. i'll be ostrasized for this: a cheap scope is better than no scope. if you concentrate more on drawing, you may save enough cash to get a good scope. if you get married, you'll lose 75% of the space that you think is yours. a pantograph (if that's the type you made), is good for repeat...
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    Drawing on the work

    in my reply, i mentioned wax. i forgot to add talcom powder. i don't recall using plasticine for that purpose. the transfer wax is easy to work with, no runs, drips, or errors.
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    Microscope

    whethher or not it would help is something only you can answer. i'd first try to make one. if it helps you, great. on the other hand, you may find it a hindrance. even if you hang from the ceiling, you must work in comfort. neck, back, and shoulder pain is a real hindrance to practice.
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    Happy New Year

    yes. what they all you said to all the blokes and blokeses.
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    What Makes Us Human?

    beer and pizza used to do it for me.

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