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Old 11-23-2010, 01:47 PM
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Default Re: Newb to engraving looking for best set up

Welcome browsi, Here are four threads that may be helpful.
Rank Beginner: Questions
It's been along since I've been here so heres a few questions
Still indecisive
Beginner, I think

An economical setup that is still versatile for going from gun to motorcycles would be the Artisan together with a tungsten piston. Here is a thread by Carl Bleile with the Artisan. Carl Bleile engraving with NEW PICTURES template tool & Lindsay Artisan


Here are various links around the site that may help you get started.
Did you find the resources page on the lessons site:
http://engravinglessons.com/Hand%20Engraving%20Resources.htm

11 hours of on-line videos thread
http://www.handengravingforum.com/showthread.php?t=2904

Sharpening geometry info:
http://www.engravingschool.com/priva...oint-Intro.htm

Sharpening fixture:
http://www.engravingschool.com/priva...0Sharpener.htm

On-line old engraving books

Must have book download (drawing Acanthus leaves)
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