First try on nickel carving (a.k.a. did I just ruin good 5 cents?)

[Billzach]

Viljo
The number for the sanding [ belt ] sticks will start at #107-3603...Be sure and get the 1/4" wide not the 3/4" wide...I use 240,320,400 and 600 grit.. As you get more into coin carving you,ll develop your own way of cutting and finishing out coin, I think every coin carver on the forum has a different way of carving..

 

[joseph engraver]

I like also, don't give up,you have much potential,and a great sense of humor.

 

[monk]

your first nick

waymo better than my first. the hair seemed quite proper after looking at the 2nd pic. quite nice !