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    Pulsgraver

    I would like to see people's opinion of the Pulsegraver. I see that there are two for sale in the classifieds.
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    Ivory substitute

    Does anyone have a suggestion for a good ivory substitute?
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    Death of an opossum

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    Printing on Parchment

    If you are printing on baking parchment for transfers and having trouble with paper jams and smeared transfers, here are some suggestions. 1. Always roll the paper backwards so that it lays flat. 2. Sand the leading edge where the tape is placed on the parchment. I use 320. This removes...
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    argentium and sterling silver

    I have both argentum silver, .940 and sterling silver, .925. My question is will there be a difference in appearance if both are used in the same project. When polished will one be brighter? Will one be darker than the other? Will they be indistinguishable?
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    Firearm finishing

    Recently there has been discussion about French grey techniques. There is a Book that at one time was very difficult to get and has many recipes to use to finish firearms. FIREARM BLUING AND BROWNING by R. H. Angier and Ned Schwing. It was published in 1936. I don't know if there is...
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    gold barrel bands

    Two questions when putting gold bands around a barrel of a rifle. 1. What gauge gold should be used when putting two bands one smaller than the other? When the bands are near the action should go completely around the barrel or just what will show and no gold under the stock?
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    coin carvers

    Just heard yesterday that one pound bags of buffalo nickels are going on sale. I think by the mint.
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    Red flags

    I have noticed that web sites that have anything to do with guns or reloading are getting red flags as unsafe content. It is even showing up on this forum. Probably triggered by words like gun or rifle. Are others getting the same thing? Is Big Brother watching and deciding what is unsafe or...
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    drawing scroll backbones

    Just a suggestion that may be helpful to beginners. Drawing scrolls, like most artwork is a fine motor skill that requires that the hand and brain work together much like handwriting. Having taught penmanship and some calligraphy to younger students and watch them try very hard in a very...
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    Work holding

    Polymorph Plastic is an alternative to Thermo-Loc. Polymorph can be purchased on Amazon as well as other sources. It comes in a bag of plastic beads that will soften and come together when placed in water of 140 degrees. It then can be molded into any shape and when cools it will become a...
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    PulseGraver

    Is anyone out there using the new PulseGraver? I haven't seen any mention of it on the Forum. I'm sure someone must have tried it. If it is a good dependable machine it would be good for a beginner as it doesn't need a compressor.
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    polish before engraving

    I know the level of polish you put on a firearm before engraving can be a matter of taste. The other day I suggested a finish of 320 grit for final finish. The reason I suggested this is because I was under the impression that the manufactures use 320 grit for final polish. I know that this...
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    miniature Colt SAA

    Miniature firearms can be very pricy if it is made by a gunsmith in the US. I understand that they are also made by Uberti or Pedersoli and are priced under $1000. Is this true? How would a person go about getting one?
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    fixative

    Use a heat gun to hold the image on the metal. Try it. Using the usual transfer method of laser printed image on regular paper and wiping it acetone on your practice plate for the transfer. Then heat it with a heat gun. After it has cooled wipe your finger over the image. it will not smear...
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    HP has a new printer

    HP has a relative new printer that uses 962 ink. It's an ink jet. Has anyone tried it for transfers with transparencies. I haven't been to a store to try it. If anyone has, I'm sure we would all like to hear from you.
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    Master Penman Jake Weidmann

    Since penmanship has been a recent topic I suggest you search for Jake Weidmann. Many consider him to be the best with pen and ink. His work is amazing. I couldn't get his site to copy so I could paste here or I would have. You will have to search for him. Take the time to do it you will be...
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    stainless steel for engraving

    I need some Stainless for engraving. Would like to be able to buy 1 sq. ft. in about 8 gauge. I know 416 is good for engraving are there any other suggestions? I am making plaques to go on benches that will be out side year around. Just names and other info. I have been searching and few...
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    Darken background

    I use flat black Rustolium like most to darken background, but I know some also use printers ink. I have searched and found that Speedball makes printers ink in small tubes. Is any one using this ink to darken background and is it durable?
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    parchment transfer

    If you are using baking parchment for transfers and having trouble with paper jams, here is what I do. First cut the paper to size and roll it backwards and paper clip it on the ends with paper clips. Let the roll sit for while. This will help it lay flat. Then I sand the leading edge of...

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