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    Canon Image Class MF264w

    Monk: Time to upgrade from your Amish laser printer!
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    Canon Image Class MF264w

    Great to hear. Technology changes and it's good to stay updated on what works and what doesn't. My old Canon uses T120 laser toner so any printer that uses that should work. Yours uses Cartridge 051 according to Canon's site.
  3. sam

    Kinda New Here

    Welcome to the Cafe, Joshua.
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    Critique Request Some letters drawn

    https://engraverscafe.com/threads/engravers-script-instruction.9824/
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    Critique Request Some letters drawn

    Very nicely done. Maybe a tweak on the uppercase A and you're good to go. Dr. Joe Vitollo did an excellent tutorial on script letter drawing which you can find in the Archives. It's an incredible wealth of information, and trust me when I say Dr. Joe has forgotten more than most of us will ever...
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    Engraving Class / Teacher Recommendations

    We are all very excited about the new GRS training facility! Many of the 2020 classes sold out in minutes and some sold out literally in seconds. Some of the most talented engravers and diamond setters in America started their journey at GRS.
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    Fixturing tip

    I used wooden blocks for years but the cylindrical shape makes better sense because you can rotate them. I have some of Mitch's and they're great.
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    Question: Magnification

    I use a microscope for engraving and the Zeiss loupes for the hobby dentistry I do. I don't have a license or diploma but I've watched a lot of Youtube videos and I have to say I'm pretty darn good at it. I just wish I could get that stuff that makes patient's mouths go numb.
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    GRS and Lindsay QC compatibility

    To clarify, the GRS EasyGraver fixtures are the easiest and fast sharpening fixtures made, and because they use a tool post, graver length is not a concern.
  10. sam

    FEGA 2020 are you going?

    Ever see the movie the Three Amigos? That's what I'll be wearing.
  11. sam

    It has arrive!!!

    I'd love to play with this thing!
  12. sam

    Announcement: FOR THE LOVE OF GOD

    Nobody's stupid. I'm just saying that if there's a problem email me and I'll get it sorted out. Filing a PayPal complaint is not necessary.
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    Announcement: FOR THE LOVE OF GOD

    Please cancel any recurring PayPal Pledge Memberships you do not wish to make. Filing a PayPal complaint is completely unnecessary. Just email me. I have said on many occasions to CANCEL subscriptions via your PayPal account if you don't wish to support the forum. ~Sam
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    Polarizing filter for Leica 9I

    I have used polarizing filters on camera lenses and I believe the light must be coming from a 90° angle for them to work. I’ll put one under my scope objective lens and see what it does. Expect to lose a couple of stops of light though.
  15. sam

    More on laser copy transfers to metal

    Arno has reported that Brother laser printer transfers ok using lacquer thinner instead of acetone. That was awhile back so you might give it a try and see if it still works.
  16. sam

    BLACKENING

    Wipe off with your thumb or the fleshy part of your palm. Using a paper towel, rag, etc, will remove the blackening from the cuts. The most successful blackening is on deep relief engraving. Light lines are more difficult or next to impossible to blacken. Wide flare cuts are also difficult to...
  17. sam

    Watch engraving - before and after

    good job David!
  18. sam

    FEGA 2020 are you going?

    What?! Might as well cancel the whole show then. Won't be the same without you Mark!
  19. sam

    Naive question

    No, GRS handpieces will not operate without the control system.
  20. sam

    Turntable use ... i dont get it :(

    GRS has a youtube video on centering with the turntable. Also, be sure the crown of your vise is locked. Some people forget that important part.

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