[Jewelry making - Article 00326] - Re: [Orchid] Engraving Problem

[c. tim adlam]

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    Marco, An onglette graver can be modified to increase the lift or
    approach angle of the cutting face.  You add a secondary bevel to
    the tip, and increase the length of the keel of the graver for
    straight cuts, decrease the length for curved cuts.  You can make an
    onglette cut almost perpendicular to the base metal.  A square graver
    can be made to perform the same task.  Tool control is better, the
    lower the graver is to the work. On curved surfaces, the secondary
    bevel should be minimal, just a slight rounding actually. If you can
    find a way to mount your work on a block of wood or a steel plate,
    you can dispense with pins altogether.  I've used 2-way tape, hot
    glue, and home-made jigs to hold work without damage to the object. 
    The pressure of the vise jaws are on the block, not the work.  The
    engraving bits that are available are not the end-all when it comes
    to tool selection.  They're just sizes that have been standardized
    within this industry. Most engravers select and modify their tools
    as a need arises. The "secret tool" is the one you are most
    comfortable with using at the time. 

Tim Adlam - Engraver

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