Chisel Stainless holder

[BigMeats420]

Hey fellas im a new member and new to engraving, i bought a Chisel Stainless holder at Lindsay website for engraving. Now I'm not sure what gravers are compatible with the holder. If some1 can lend me a hand I would so appreciate it. Thank you in advance.

 

[BigMeats420]

Here again one more question, what kind of graver is ideal for chase hammer engraving? And what type of point is ideal also. Thankd

 

[BigMeats420]

 

[monk]

Hey fellas im a new member and new to engraving, i bought a Chisel Stainless holder at Lindsay website for engraving. Now I'm not sure what gravers are compatible with the holder. If some1 can lend me a hand I would so appreciate it. Thank you in advance.

welcome to the forum. i'd suggest contacting steve lindsay. he will give you all the info you seek.

 

[monk]

Here again one more question, what kind of graver is ideal for chase hammer engraving? And what type of point is ideal also. Thankd

i'm not sure there is a"one size fits all" type answer. different engravers may have differing suggestions as what works best.check in the tips section on graver angles, sharpening, and h&c work.

 

[Roger Bleile]

The stainless steel chisel handle that was designed by my brother for Lindsay is designed to hold 3/32" graver blanks.

 

[Chujybear]

After 3/32, those chisel holders can basically handle any typical geometry... which is to say, i switched to hammer and chisel when my wrist was sore and i had some carving to do on the rd. I did not have to change any geometry and i was amazed at how much control I had with the technique.

 

[JohnC]

I typically use 3/32" square graver(s). Since I have the GRS Dual angle fixture I have been experimenting with sharpening round HHS drill blanks. Why you ask? They are inexpensive to purchase, They cut the same as the sharpened square graver and most importantly the round blank(s) don't cut into fingers of my left hand like the edged graver(s) do. If you are hammer and chisel engraving. Start with two hammers. Keep one stock size and weight and experiment with reducing the size and weight of the other. You will notice the difference and eventually find the best weight suited for your rate and force of hammer blow. Good luck, and enjoy!

 

[monk]

for those using the round graver stock, it's important to grind a bit of a flat on the blank. this allows for accurate indexing in the sharpening rig. otherwise, it's a pita tryin to get repeatability when sharpening.

 

[dogcatcher]

I am with John C, I am hobbyist, the cheap round tool bits work as good as the square 3/32 bits. Like Monk, I also grind a flat to index them.

 

[JohnC]

Good idea; using a flat for indexing I use the QC holder; I use Grs QC holder to index

 

[BigMeats420]

I am with John C, I am hobbyist, the cheap round tool bits work as good as the square 3/32 bits. Like Monk, I also grind a flat to index them.

index them???

 

[Dave London]

Index so as to keep the same angle every time for consistent sharpening. Which is extremely important Welcome to the forum enjoy the journey

 

[BigMeats420]

I typically use 3/32" square graver(s). Since I have the GRS Dual angle fixture I have been experimenting with sharpening round HHS drill blanks. Why you ask? They are inexpensive to purchase, They cut the same as the sharpened square graver and most importantly the round blank(s) don't cut into fingers of my left hand like the edged graver(s) do. If you are hammer and chisel engraving. Start with two hammers. Keep one stock size and weight and experiment with reducing the size and weight of the other. You will notice the difference and eventually find the best weight suited for your rate and force of hammer blow. Good luck, and enjoy!

It's not the $ that gots me asking questions, it's cuz I wanna do the best decisions on knowing facts. That's y. Thanks

 

[BigMeats420]

Index so as to keep the same angle every time for consistent sharpening. Which is extremely important Welcome to the forum enjoy the journey

Didn't know that Dave, thanks ima look it up