Thread: Bone scale shape

So adjust the pivot area and drill before I get any where close to final shape.

Thanks for the tips Gents.

I agree with everything above, except that I like to get the shape and thickness almost right before I drill the holes with a dremel - then I get to the hand filing and sanding and polishing. Bone has proven a favourite for me.

Thanks for the advice.

This stuff is a hard material to work with hand tools. Got one blank cut need to cut the other blank. Then it is on to flattening and getting them matched up so I can layout the pattern.

Yes, it's extremely tough to work from scratch with hand tools. I use an angle grinder for a very rough shape and thickness, and then a belt sander to flatten each piece. Once flat, I clamp them together and work on the shape using the sander - that way, I get them even. Only then do I consider doing work by hand. Hats off to you if you're doing it all without power tools! Look forward to seeing the result.

Will have to try the angle grinder. Most of my tools are automotive so my wood working/cutting tools are hand tools. I am taking pics as I go and will share them when done.