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    Grandmasters 2019

    sam: how many students were there with you ? i'd think that would be mentally exhausting to do that for 2 weeks.
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    Computer layout

    i use corel on my macbook pro. i added a program called, "parallels". this add-on allows the use of certain windows-based applications. as mentioned, corel can be a real bugger for those that have never used a graphics program.
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    Cup & Spoon

    most any quality jewelry store near you would likely have these in stock.
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    Computer layout

    my guess is-- import what you want from the dvd into yer computer, then import it into one of the freebies. maybe they can import directly from the dvd. not sure, just a guess. in the mean time-- practice letter and monogram layout. such, if mastered, will allow you to save time and maybe even...
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    Returning from semi-retirement

    yeah, brian-- what they all said !
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    Today's fixturing tip

    darn ! after seeing this, the authorities should have been called !
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    Computer layout

    i use corel. i'm told adobe is good, but adobe no longer sells the program, they rent it on a monthly basis. there's also gimp & inkscape available free on line
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    Garage news: mini hagn underway

    spektakuler aint a word, but your efforts are ! tyvm for showing
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    Need help identifying this mamouth, vintage vise.

    most machinists are as fussy about their work, as are those engaged in the engraving arts, if they aren't fussy, things break down.
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    Sketch for a bracelet

    apology not needed. some folks kinda get real cranky about that sort of thing.
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    The Walk A'Bout Pedestal

    that's pretty nifty, jj. i wish i had seen this when i began h&c work. if that's a solid pillar, you could get away with a 20# er. well, maybe
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    Looking for source blank Harley parts for engraving

    most any harley dealer, at least in my area, could likely direct you to a source. did you try ebay or amazon ?
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    Need help identifying this mamouth, vintage vise.

    if he was a machinist/gunsmith, it's quite possible he made the vise you now have.
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    Question: How can I keep my new work space more quiet.

    if the hammer is the size i think it is, just glue small washers or such on the back. eventually you'll find a weight that's just right.
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    Sketch for a bracelet

    not being jerk, but one should request feedback or critique. that way, there's no doubt in a viewers' mind that you want such.
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    Garage news: mini hagn underway

    rather stunning i'm thinkin lee.
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    Concerning the business of engraving.

    dave london said it right. the meeks book got me started doing 2x3" practice plates. when my skill improved, i decided to make the 2x3 idea to do belt buckles. they were easy to sell. the buckles got me enough cash to begin buying toys. the first was a gravermeister. from there, i gradually...
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    Vineyard belt buckle

    actually. it's best to get a deposit before even beginning the job. this will show how serious the person is to have an example of yer work. then if they don't pay, at least you have the deposit. by rights, the job should be described exactly as it will be done on a proposal, with all pertinent...
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    GRS Acrobat Microscope Stand ---or--- Ebay Chinese knockoff????????

    pt barnum once spoke of that sort of thing. somethin like, " there's one born every minute " !! grs, if yer not happy, will repair, replace, or refund. try that with the china knockoffs !
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    Vineyard belt buckle

    nice job, i think. if comission, as you said, deliver when paid. families and relatives can put you in the poor house. well, at least mine could !

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