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Topic: Congratulations to many. Number of Responses: 1
Congratulations to all the winners of awards at the great 2007 Reno exhibition.
And thanks to Lee Griffiths for his great job in keeping this difficult area on an even keel.
Many thanks also to the donors of the wonderful awards.
They seem to inspire greater and higher levels of artistry each year.
Congratulations to all who competed. With such a wonderful body of work you made it difficult to make a logic of selection.
The seminar holders, the Certified Professional applicants and all the exhibitors both new and old deserve a Cheers for making it a memoriable weekend.
Some of the high quality of work exhibited at the show may be enjoyed on the front and back cover and inside pages of the latest Engraver. Winner all.
Don't miss it next year, start making plans and I hope to see you there.
John B. |
Posted by: John Barraclough - 5/15/2007 8:54:48 PM.
Most recent response - 5/18/2007 8:08:07 AM. |
Topic: The Engraver Newsletter 74 Number of Responses: 7
My copy of our newsletter #74 following the 2007 FEGA and ACGG Reno show just arrived.
It is the best issue yet and I note with some sadness that our editor William "Bill" Gamradt is passing the reins of publication over to our friend Andrew Biggs.
I use the term some sadness because I realize the huge load Bill has carried for us all for so long.
It's good to know that some of the load is to be shared now.
May I join with many others members in thanking Bill for the wonderful and artistic job he has done with our publication.
It is something for him to be very proud of.
Without wanting to add to Andrews burden, he must know that he is following in the footsteps of a class act and am sure he will arise to the challenge.
Again, thank you Bill. You have carried a heavy load with both the Engraver and as the webmaster of our forum for a long time.
I and others thank you for continuing to host the forum,another extremely important FEGA resource.
Best regards and thanks.
John.
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Posted by: John Barraclough - 5/15/2007 8:25:33 PM.
Most recent response - 5/16/2007 5:27:36 PM. |
Topic: Engraved E and F grade Remington 1100 shotgun Number of Responses: 0
I am looking for detailed pics of Remington 1100 E and F grade guns....... ie. books, tapes, web sites.
Can anyone help? |
Posted by: Carmine Lombardy - 5/16/2007 10:49:19 AM.
Most recent response - 5/16/2007 10:49:19 AM. |
Topic: Great minds think alike OR Give credit where credit is due ? Number of Responses: 3
| Hi John Barraclough, I just read your article in the #74 " The Engraver" Nice job of explaining what I posted 8/1/2006, on inexpensive, quick-to- sharpen gravers. |
Posted by: Mark Hoechst - 5/15/2007 1:04:04 PM.
Most recent response - 5/15/2007 5:31:16 PM. |
Topic: Graver Sharpening Number of Responses: 4
I want to thank all of you that has helped me in the past. I hope this will be of use to others.
On the subject of " sharpening gravers ". This is how I sharpen my squares. Let me first say feel free to ask for clarifications and I will try. note 15 o = 15 degrees
1. I buy "Micro 100" solid carbide blanks. Diameter of 1/16" by 12", last time they where about $12. I score them with a diamond wheel to break them 1.5 " long. I cut 3/32" [ .014" wall ] Brass square tube about .800" long. Push the round graver in the square hole [ a dab of super glue if you like ] and you have a inexpensive graver with a end to clamp in and line in up your sharpener and a thin end that is quick to sharpen.
2. How to sharpen a regular drill. If you look at a drill, you have a curved clearance angle behind the cutting edge.
Scribe a line 118 o from the face of the grinding wheel on the tool rest. Press one side of the point on the wheel with the face horizontal, as you swing the chuck end to the left rotate the drill clock wise and you can match a machine grind.
OK what has this got to do with a graver? This is what we try to do when sharpen by hand. To get a curved clearance relief angle to strengthen the point and get the heel out of the way so it does not mark up the cut when we cut curves. All so it gives a curved belly or heel so we can control the depth of cut.
3. I use an "Crocker graver sharpener " to get a curved clearance angle. With a couple modifications.
A. The Gate, two pieces of nickel silver soldered at 90 o. a tab that fits in the clamp that spreads it to allow the graver holder to rotate. The gate with a 90 o open that hits a screw tapped in the graver holder.
B. The Screw, it is tapped at 45 o in the gate, that angle is where the " V " in the clamp part is perpendicular to the diamond wheel. Leave it stick out to let the gate slip under the head of screw. Putting a tube on it will make a wider angle on the bottom of the face of the graver .
C. The Tab that locks the center part at 15 o , so that you can leave the clamp loose and rock the graver down.
4. First grind the 45 o face. Flip the graver 180 o in the holder. Put the graver flat on the wheel, bring it up 15 o , lock the tab on the side. Put the gate in, turn the wheel on. Tip the graver over all the way to the 1st side of the gate, hold the center part up at the 15 o angle. Touch the graver on the wheel letting the center part drop to 0 o .
Repeat on the second side. You will have a straight, fragile V on the bottom of your face.
Now with a light touch, Start with the 15 o and the Screw touching the Gate. Drop the 15 o angle while turning the holder to the center of the Gate. Repeat on the second side. With practice you will get a smooth cutting, long lasting, easy to control graver.
5. The finishing touch was shared by the late Frank Hendricks. Flip the graver back 180 o to the face [45 o ] sharpening position. But make it allmost 90 o off the wheel. Just touch the tip to put on a little flat, it will help keep it from breaking, it will make it bite down into the metal and not skip.
That’s my 2 cents, Mark |
Posted by: Mark Hoechst - 8/1/2006 12:34:14 AM.
Most recent response - 5/15/2007 12:57:00 PM. |
Topic: How does one engrave this? Number of Responses: 5
Hello folks,
Here is a pic of a Evo Fabbri action. Could you please tell me how this scene is engraved? Is it stippled?
Here is the web page it came from. Scroll down to the engraving examples. Ah, those Italians!
Carver |
Posted by: Carver Tripp - 5/11/2007 3:11:37 PM.
Most recent response - 5/14/2007 2:48:19 PM. |
Topic: Engraver Number of Responses: 1
Soy grabador, radico en San Luis Rio Colorado Sonora y busco trabajo como ayudante de algun grabador de armas de fuego en USA
Ing. Rojas Arreguin Luis
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Posted by: Luis Rojas Arreguin - 3/4/2007 7:02:00 PM.
Most recent response - 5/14/2007 2:27:54 PM. |
Topic: I've a problem because I don't get polishes the graver correctly Number of Responses: 5
Hi, I've bought diamond compound, but I've a problem because I don't get polishes the graver correctly. I've tested with my
ceramic wheels and with leather, but I can't and I don't know to know what to do... Diamond compound that I'm using have oil
base and it's in a syringe.
Thanks, that's all talks!! |
Posted by: Francisco Apellaniz - 3/29/2007 4:27:14 PM.
Most recent response - 5/13/2007 8:15:43 AM. |
Topic: Parke Reproduction A-1 Special Number of Responses: 19
I am considering purchasing one of these firearms. Can anyone lead me to an engraver that has experience with Parker's? I know that quoting a price would be hard, but what can I expect for about a 50% coverage and some scroll(?) work on the barrels? Any information on a person to contact for this task would be greatly appreciated. I can be e-mailed directly at Browningfn16@aol.com.
Thanks in advance,
Michael |
Posted by: Michael Braden - 4/4/2007 1:40:02 PM.
Most recent response - 5/11/2007 1:47:38 PM. |
Topic: Ray Cover's engraving school Number of Responses: 4
Recently, I spent a great week at Ray Cover's intermediate engraving
course in Festus, MO (4/23 to 4/27).
Ray's teaching style is open and informative. He is personable and
shares his techniques and methods openly with a genuine concern for
each person.
The range of equipment available in Mr Cover's shop is extensive. Ray
is knowledgeable and informative regarding all brands and styles of
tooling and shares the source of each readily.
This class was incredibly empowering. I entered with a sense of "what
I cannot do" and I left with a knowledge of "what I can do".
I highly recommend Ray's classes for anyone interested in moving
their engraving skills to the next level.
Sincerely,
Gail Williams
Hand Engraver Williams Flutes,
Boston
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Posted by: gail williams - 5/4/2007 10:05:26 AM.
Most recent response - 5/11/2007 12:32:31 PM. |
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