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Topic: Pattern Transfers Number of Responses: 8
I have had a few discussions lately with some FEGA members about transfering patterns to the gunmetal. There have been many discussions as of late pertaining to transfer solutions either home made or purchased. There also seems to be a problem or issues with what printers to use and what transparancy film works best.
I am in the middle of restoring an old Winchester and I need to duplicate my new engraving to match the original parts. Here is what I am doing and using for this.
I am making a smoke pull of the original engraving and "tweeking" it on my computor as I demonstrated in my seminar. I am printing this in reverse on my HP970CXI printer on Hammermill transparancy film. This I bought in Wallmart since they were the only ones who had small packages of films not large bulk boxes for me to experiment with. This makes failure a lot cheaper since I had to experiment a bit. I am using Tom Whites transfer solution on the metal and burnishing the transfer film rather hard to lift the ink onto the metal. This is working out good for me and I have a image for me to engrave through with my graver.
I know other people using different printers and films have had success and failures with this system. This is what is working for me at this time and thought I'd share it with you. Good luck |
Posted by: Martin Rabeno - 7/21/2005 9:33:21 AM.
Most recent response - 10/22/2005 10:29:33 PM. |
Topic: Bertil Aasland Number of Responses: 1
I read on the Knife Network forum that Bertil Aasland passed away apparently due to heart problems. My regards to his family.
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Posted by: Brian Powley - 10/17/2005 4:36:11 PM.
Most recent response - 10/17/2005 5:02:26 PM. |
Topic: congratulations to Mike Dubbler Number of Responses: 1
| I hear that Mike Dubber received the Howard Dove award for engraving a Colt ,it was awarded at the Colt Collectors show last week . congratulation Mike ... ron |
Posted by: Ron Nott - 10/15/2005 9:16:43 PM.
Most recent response - 10/16/2005 4:07:13 PM. |
Topic: engraved saae in the works . photos of Number of Responses: 5
| here are some photos of a savage 99 that i am working on .. hope you like them .. ron |
Posted by: Ron Nott - 10/11/2005 9:17:11 AM.
Most recent response - 10/15/2005 9:11:07 PM. |
Topic: blueing responce Number of Responses: 0
| Thank you Brian, and JJ for your answers in help of blue removal, I really appreciate that. Problem is solved! |
Posted by: WILLIAM DIETZ - 10/15/2005 7:01:53 PM.
Most recent response - 10/15/2005 7:01:53 PM. |
Topic: engraved DAKOTA Number of Responses: 14
here are some photos of an Dakota rifle i just finished your coments are welcome , hope you enjoy them .. ron |
Posted by: Ron Nott - 9/1/2005 9:31:23 AM.
Most recent response - 10/10/2005 7:12:13 AM. |
Topic: Rust Number of Responses: 0
Ok, I guess most of the membership has little experience with pockets of rust in older firearms. I thought The "Guild" would have at least several tips. So I will ask if anyone knows of a blacksmith maybe that can address this problem. I have a customer that whats his firearm back looking good. I want it to be looking good also, but safe to shoot. If there are other organizations that could help, please let me know it they are out there. I guess if I get no response thay wil be an improtant message also. Resdpectfully, Tad
Posted by Tad Coffen at 10/9/2005 4:54:21 PM.
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Posted by: Tad Coffen - 10/9/2005 4:57:30 PM.
Most recent response - 10/9/2005 4:57:30 PM. |
Topic: Browning hi and lowalls Number of Responses: 2
| A client asked whether the Browning hi and lowall reproductions from the 1970-80's are engravable. Anyone out there with experience or opinion. (I can't believe I asked whether this forum would have an opinion) |
Posted by: Lee Griffiths - 9/16/2005 9:24:03 AM.
Most recent response - 9/16/2005 4:33:25 PM. |
Topic: About the FEGA Number of Responses: 1
A couple of hours ago I got a really unexpected telephone call. A woman (whose name I missed) identified herself as calling on behalf of FEGA to see if I had weathered the hurricane in good shape. The people I know here in Montgomery experienced winds in the 50 knot range and heavy rain, but fortunately only a few shingles blown off the roofs. I realize our storm experience isn't really a subject to discuss on the forum, but I thought some of you would be interested that the FEGA cared enough to call.
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Posted by: Lester Holmes - 9/9/2005 10:52:42 PM.
Most recent response - 9/15/2005 4:39:37 PM. |
Topic: Ribbon letters Number of Responses: 8
| I am learning draw engraving designs so as to help me with my scrimshaw. I hope that this leads to gun engraving. Can anyone please help me on how to do a pattern for ribbon/interlocking letters. I love this old style and would love to learn it. I cannot find the book, A practical course in jewelry engraving by Albert Winter that helps on this subject. I would like to buy a copy from anyone. I have enjoyed all the pictures you folks have posted. You all do such FINE!! work. Thank you! |
Posted by: Gary Lunsford - 9/9/2005 6:45:50 PM.
Most recent response - 9/14/2005 10:18:28 AM. |
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