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JL wanted a large set of scales for an 8/8 he got from John Crowley. John sent me the razor direct and it's going to be sent to JL tomorrow from me.
I found working with large, thick scales the wedge set up has to be perfect. Anyway I made these from walnut with brass and red plastic liners. Double washered to give an even more chunky look.
Hope you like em JL ?.
Gary
With dandies like these, I'll be able to REALLY retire soon 'cause I won't need to make scales anymore for anyone. Forget the "penman", you need to switch to the scalemaker.
Wow, thanks Bill, :D it really makes my day when someone can see the effort that's gone in to making something by hand. I just love the tactile feel of scale making.
I hated woodwork at school.:shrug:
I don't think I'll change my handle just yet.....in fact.....nah.....too many real artists out there.
When a few have arrived and the owners are pleased with the work I'll be satisfied with that.
I'm secretly hoping my wife will buy me a scroll saw (bench jig saw) for my b'day. Cutting brass with a dremel disk and then filing and sanding the crap out of it takes some effort. So when I say made by hand I mean it, I only have the very basic tools at present.
Thanks again Bill, mucho appreciated.
Gary
Those are very nice Gary. Nice and smooth, very sleek and well formed.
AWESOME!!!!! I love them!!! Thanks Gary you are the best!
You are most welcome JL..I sent you pics as well to your gmail account.
Cheers
Gary