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02-13-2014, 01:13 AM #1
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Thanked: 20So adjust the pivot area and drill before I get any where close to final shape.
Thanks for the tips Gents.Semper Fidelis
Jeremy
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02-13-2014, 05:56 PM #2
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.
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02-13-2014, 08:22 PM #3
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Thanked: 20Thanks 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.Semper Fidelis
Jeremy
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02-13-2014, 08:26 PM #4
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.
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02-13-2014, 10:37 PM #5
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Thanked: 20Will 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.
Semper Fidelis
Jeremy