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Post by rockjunquie on May 26, 2017 8:22:30 GMT -5
I did my first bolo! I used copper, of course. I used 16g and tumbled it all night. It is very strong and secure. I added some rubber cord just so you could see it. I had to order some braided cord. This went off fairly easily. Getting the cord holders right was a little difficult. The pictures may disappear- I'll put them back if they do. Having some image posting issues. So, what do you think?? The stone is actually much, much nicer in person. When I get the proper cord, I'll reshoot and you'll see the stone better. amyk , I posted the back just for you.    |
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Fossilman
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Post by Fossilman on May 26, 2017 8:32:15 GMT -5
No that's a looker-GREAT WORK!
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Post by orrum on May 26, 2017 9:18:07 GMT -5
X2 that's awesome and right in your skill set!!!
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Post by fantastic5 on May 26, 2017 9:25:36 GMT -5
Really nice! Look forward to seeing the stone better!
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Post by rockjunquie on May 26, 2017 9:38:52 GMT -5
Really nice! Look forward to seeing the stone better! Just took these outside   |
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Post by gmitch067 on May 26, 2017 9:59:32 GMT -5
Beautiful piece of workmanship! What type of stone is that? It's very interesting and has a 3D effect that is mesmerizing. Your wire wrap is nicely done (one of your hallmarks) - I was interested to see the details of how the Bolo string is captured and held by the friction of the bends - nice. Thank you.
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Post by rockjunquie on May 26, 2017 10:05:42 GMT -5
Beautiful piece of workmanship! What type of stone is that? It's very interesting and has a 3D effect that is mesmerizing. Your wire wrap is nicely done (one of your hallmarks) - I was interested to see the details of how the Bolo string is captured and held by the friction of the bends - nice. Thank you. I posted a picture of the back. Did you see it before it disappeared? I'll try to get it back- my picture hosting has been glitchy today. edit- just fixed the pictures |
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Post by gmitch067 on May 26, 2017 10:16:06 GMT -5
I caught the picture of the back-side in your first post. My attention was immediately drawn to the beauty of the stone, but my love of intricacy and design was captivated by the clasp part in back (My Father wanted me to become a Mechanical Engineer like him... which did not happen... but I greatly enjoyed his lectures concerning design and detail).
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Post by rockjunquie on May 26, 2017 10:31:30 GMT -5
I caught the picture of the back-side in your first post. My attention was immediately drawn to the beauty of the stone, but my love of intricacy and design was captivated by the clasp part in back (My Father wanted me to become a Mechanical Engineer like him... which did not happen... but I greatly enjoyed his lectures concerning design and detail). Thank you very much! I posted more pictures of the back on my blog. www.telaformosa.com/blog/wire-wrapped-bolo-tie |
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bsky4463
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Post by bsky4463 on May 26, 2017 10:44:26 GMT -5
That is bada$! I love thact action on the back, very cool. Once again you raised the bar. Cheers
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rebeccaink
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Post by rebeccaink on May 26, 2017 17:44:23 GMT -5
That looks amazing! Great job
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Post by morerockspleaz on May 26, 2017 18:54:59 GMT -5
Wow you hit that one out of the ball park. Stone is gorgeous and the wrap is awesome.
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Post by fernwood on May 27, 2017 6:40:27 GMT -5
They compliment each other so well. Can see why you chose the stone for a bolo.
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cabjunky
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Post by cabjunky on May 27, 2017 7:52:58 GMT -5
Interesting design on the bolo tie. I've seen some other designs, but wasn't sure how well it would grip the cords. Look forward to seeing it on braided cord, which will help with the gripping part. Beautiful stone.
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Post by melhill1659 on May 27, 2017 8:02:11 GMT -5
Jaw-Dropping!!! An it possibly looks like it could be a slide pendant as well. Husband can wear it one night, wife the next ⚡️⚡️
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Post by rockjunquie on May 27, 2017 8:08:09 GMT -5
Interesting design on the bolo tie. I've seen some other designs, but wasn't sure how well it would grip the cords. Look forward to seeing it on braided cord, which will help with the gripping part. Beautiful stone. It's gripping the rubber cord extremely well. I am getting the same diameter leather, so I don't see any problems. |
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Post by adrian65 on May 27, 2017 9:20:52 GMT -5
What a royal treat, to see the back of your creation! As flawless as the front, but I expected nothing less Superb bolos! Adrian |
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Post by Deleted on May 27, 2017 23:09:25 GMT -5
Solid
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ryan
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Post by ryan on May 28, 2017 1:59:36 GMT -5
Very nicely done!
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Post by radio on May 28, 2017 7:24:54 GMT -5
Awesome job! I see many more Bolos in your future  |
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