floridachick1
off to a rocking start
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Post by floridachick1 on Aug 4, 2016 8:04:15 GMT -5
I am just learning how to do carving I see where jade carver seems to be a great place to buy tools from for this adventure. Which tools do you buy I see a total kit group that comes in alot of different grits if anyone would like to suggest some tools to get me started I would appreciate it. So far Ive had gotten a little diamond tools set from a lapidary supplier who knows what grit it came in lol . My issue is getting my ridges smoothed out.
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Post by Pat on Mar 18, 2017 23:29:40 GMT -5
For starters, get a Foredom TX. Then add the carving kit of mandrels.
Dave Clayton of Jade Carvers is a fine source. He facets, also.
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metalsmith
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Post by metalsmith on Mar 19, 2017 0:31:06 GMT -5
For starters, get a Foredom TX. Then add the carving kit of mandrels. Not cheap though! I'd recommend a small (or mini) bench grinder with a flexible shaft driver for starters. Add/ upgrade when you know that this is for you and the time you pass doing the hobby justifies the spend. IMHO... |
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Post by kk on Mar 19, 2017 7:20:27 GMT -5
Foredome look alikes sets can be had for a very reasonable price to start with.
Upgrade when you know that this is something you really like and use often.
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