Thread: Help me enumerate(list) the restoration tools

Using ToxIk's post as a starter, I got some quest-ions..

ToxIk's Post:

Originally Posted by ToxIk

At the bare minimum...

Tools:
Rotary tool (drum sanding bit, drill bits, cutting wheels)
Coping saw (more money: scroll saw)
various sandpapers (150-600grit for satin finishes, up to 2500grit for mirror)
tablespoon (but a decent light peening hammer would be much better)

A stationary beld sander & bandsaw aren't neccessary, but will make things much easier.

Supplies:
1/16" brass rod (for pins)
#0 size washers
3/32" brass rod (optional, if you want bushings)
scale material (ie. some wood and CA for the finish)
metal polish (flitz, simichrome, MAAS, etc.)


And above all... time and patience. That's about all I can think of off the top of my head; there also much more that can be usefull and make things easier.

I've got:
.a few dremels and lots of tips (used dremels a fair amount)
.a $99 scroll saw from Lowe's I've haven't opened
.150-800 grit sand papers
.10 fingers still

anyway..
where do I get:
1/16" brass rod (for pins)
#0 size washers
3/32" brass rod (optional, if you want bushings)

Suggestions for scale materials to practice on would help too.



If your real bored take me shopping by giving links to good tools

Also, don't I need an anvil? The shipping has got to hurt on that one.

How could I forget... Bill's CD! If you don't have this, I very very very highly recommend, especially for those starting out.

The 1/16" rod stock you can get at this ebay store. He also sells nickel-silver rod.
The washers (brass and stainless) may be obtained at www.microwashers.com.
For practice material, try to find some wood supply stores and see if they have any scraps lieing around (1/8" thick is good). My first scales I made from 1/8" plexiglass; the stuff is dirt cheap, relatively easy to work, and doesn't require elaborate sealing or finishing like woods. Plexiglass should be at any home depot. So far for woods, I've been using mostly Lee Valley project boards.
An anvil isn't neccessary, but helps. A small flat piece/block of metal should be able to substitute.

You should also be able to pick up any rod or tubing in "micro" sizes at a RC Hobby type store. For some reason they stock a large amount of tubing and bar in very small sizes.