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  1. 07-25-2006, 02:45 AM #1
    garythepenman
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    Default JL's scales for his other 8/8

    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 ?.

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  2. 07-25-2006, 02:54 AM #2
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    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.
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    Wow, thanks Bill, 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.
    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.

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  4. 07-25-2006, 03:16 AM #4
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    Those are very nice Gary. Nice and smooth, very sleek and well formed.
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  5. 07-25-2006, 03:22 AM #5
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    AWESOME!!!!! I love them!!! Thanks Gary you are the best!
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  6. 07-25-2006, 03:31 AM #6
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    You are most welcome JL..I sent you pics as well to your gmail account.

    Cheers

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