The Gunsmith's Apprentice Series Presents "Beginning Engraving", taught by gunmaker Jack Brooks. With this video you can learn to engrave in the manner and style of the original masters.
In this presentation the nationally known traditional longrifle builder Jack Brooks teaches the viewer the essentials of chasing, pushing & wriggle engraving. Beginning with the basic tools, Jack shows the sharpening and heat treating of both square and chisel point engraving tools, and demonstrates the techniques used by period American gunsmiths to decorate their firearms. In addition, the engraving of several original 18th and 19th century longrifles is examined in detail. Over 70 minutes long. DVD format.
We have an entire line of gravers available too! Listed below are a couple of our most popular styles.
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The Art of Engraving,
by J. B. Meek
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Carbon steel graver, #41 flat engraver
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Carbon steel graver, #2 knife engraver
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Carbon steel graver, #3 onglette point engraver
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Carbon steel graver, #50 round engraver
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Carbon steel graver, #2 square engraver, about .058" square shank marked #2
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Carbon steel graver, #3 square engraver, about .063" square shank marked #3
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Carbon steel graver, #1 tapered lozenge engraver
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Graver handle, half-head, mushroom shaped 1-1/2" x 1-1/4", pressure fit
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