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    bolo tie

    Thanks, I thought Indian Jewelry Supply was out of business. I did a search on youtub and found a couple of ways to make your own backs. Most of the suppliers backs are stainless or plated. by making your own you can keep it all sterling and there is no need for glue.
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    script lettering

    Internet archive is a great place for information in old books. Winter's School of Jewelry Engraving is another book that some want to take a look. The book has been reprinted but it is very unlikely that you will find a copy. I'm sure that many of us know about this book or may even have a...
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    Standard Scroll Book

    Some may be interested in taking a look at the Standard Scroll Book by Daniel H. Moser. I found it in the internet archives. https://archive.org/details/standardscrollbo00mose/page/n9/mode/2up
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    sharping lap

    Went to jewlsntools and when I click on the grit option nothing happens. It is grayed out. I can't make a selection. It may just be my computer. It might be what happened to Goldjockey.
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    bolo tie

    Does anyone make bolo ties? What gauge silver is best to use? It is most likely be an oval about 40x36 mm. I have 16 gauge and 20 gauge sterling in my silver supply. Is 20 to thin?
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    Question: Practice plates

    I make my practice plates from the flat steel stock sold at places like Tractor Supply or hardware stores. I cut them to the length on my band saw and sand and polish them on my belt sander. I can use two sides and sand and polish them a second time if I don't want to save them and use them over.
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    So brass, copper or steel.

    Yes where did you get it? I have done searches for other types of bronze and the only thing I can find is rods, bars, and tubing. Many are for large orders for industry and not sold in square foot sheets.
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    Kinda New Here

    Your work is excellent. I met a gentleman once that had similar difficulty and he produced many beautiful works of art. He was amazing.
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    Template System for C-Max Gravers

    Sam is correct. The GRS Easy Graver is what I use. However I recommend you start with steel gravers. I use both steel and C-Max. If you are new to engraving you will find that you may need to sharpen often with C-Max. The tip and the edge will chip easily. There are two things you can do...
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    Dammar Varnish

    I really think that the real issue with transfers is not what you put on the metal but what type of printer and the type of ink it uses.
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    Dammar Varnish

    I have been reading this and wondered if anyone out there has tried shellac flakes dissolved in alcohol? It would leave a sticky surface. My preferred method when using ink jet and transparence is using a Prismacolor 40% gray blending marker. You can find them at most art supply stores. It...
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    Trouble with laser printer transfers

    I should mention that when I heard about acetone for transfers my reaction was This is great. Can't wait to use it. I printed out a transfer went over it with acetone and nothing. I was very disappointed. After 2 or 3 tries I gave up. I didn't take long before I realized the problem. You...
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    Trouble with laser printer transfers

    Do a search. There is much info about transfers here. I have tried many. The best transfers I have made is with baking parchment and diluted Danmar varnish or some other sticky substance to hold the toner when burnishing. I don' use it though because it is bothersome and messy and can smear...
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    Engraving Class / Teacher Recommendations

    GRS got me started and the courses are great. I have taken 5 classes there and have been very satisfied. Unfortunately my daughter moved from Kansas as I was able to stay with her and didn't have the motel expense. I would be taking a class every year if she had not moved.
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    What is hopefully a quick question.

    I think you are putting it on too thick. I like to use Prismacolor marker 40% gray. you can find them in most art supply stores. Just coat your surface with the marker and then burnish on the transfer.
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    Question: Beginner Question on Resharpening Flat Graver

    I always sharpen a fresh polished heel.
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    Question about gun engraving

    Some guns are difficult because of the type of metal they are made. There is a site that will tell you which are easy and those which are difficult. http://gunengraving.org/engravablity.shtml Take a look at this page and check the ones you have worked on. If it is listed as difficult I don't...
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    graver geometry calculator

    The calculator works fine. You may need to double click in the box with the numbers.
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    graver geometry calculator

    Mostly it is an elementary geometry problem. This is what I do. After I have ground the face, I set the angle of the heel I want and bring graver down to rest on diamond wheel with the rotation free to turn. I then rotate the dual angle fixture so that there is complete contact along the...
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    BLACKENING

    I think that most everyone must clean with acetone.

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