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I've done a few restorations and was wondering if anyone has ever done any engraving on scales. I'd like to have my initials engraved on some scales but don't think I have the chops to pull it off. Has anybody done this?
Rich
"The only difference between a tax man and a taxidermist is that the taxidermist leaves the skin." -Mark Twain
Oldblades /Tim does this work drop him a PM you might check for threads in the Gallery under his name too....
Find someone who's got a little hobbyists CNC engraver. Anyone who does trophies or awards should be able to engrave your scales for you.
I'm not sure as I don't own one, but I think the Dremel can have this diamond tip 'engraver' mounted on it, it's like 10 bucks (the bit, not the Dremel). I'm also interested in engraving (my handle for my brush), and haven't found a cheap way that looks good yet.
You might want to consider a small plaque on which you can engrave your initials and adhere it to the scale. I did this with my ivory scales and it looks great. Your local jeweler is the one to talk to. Mine charged $15 for the self-adhesive plaque and engraving.
Check this out. He does laser engraving on blades and scales.
http://gentlemensbest.com/laserengraving.aspx
Looks like exactly what he needs - the owner is a moderator on the badgerblade forum , the detail shown in that picture is really very nicely and skillfully done.Quote:
Originally Posted by Oglethorpe
If this can be done on ivory, how can or what can be used to infill to make scrimshaw?
Thanks guys! This is ver helpful. I would like to do some infill but I guess all the options and be examined when I hook up with the right artisan.Quote:
If this can be done on ivory, how can or what can be used to infill to make scrimshaw?
Rich
“Always do right. This will gratify some people & astonish the rest” – Mark Twain
Great. Now I need pawprints on my blade too.... :) Stunning work and stellar idea. Kudos for himQuote:
Originally Posted by Oglethorpe
If you haven't found a good engraver yet drop me a PM. We work very closely with a small-batch engraver who I could hook you up with and hopefully get you a decent price. If you've already found someone locally, good luck and post some pics!
If you want to fill an engraving, you can do so with epoxy. I don't know much about the process, but a quick search on google will probably land you a tutorial. It has to do with mixing clear dry epoxy with your coloring agent, which could range from metal shavings to crushed stone to powder dyes. You will also want to drill "lava tubes" so the epoxy has a way to anchor itself, or it could detach from the scales.
This would work for the ivory, but before you do it on a synthetic scale, find out whether or not the epoxy is compatible with your specific scales.