Hand Micro-engraved Turtle Pendant

[Bob in SF]

A local herpetologist with a special interest in turtles asked for a tiny hand engraved pendant - I obliged her:
I like Steve Lindsay's universal graver point geometry for hand engraving - this one is 18ga. copper, engraved from life in Golden Gate Park (Stow Lake), finished with a liver of sulfur patina "warmed up" with jewelers rouge; spray fixed with NIKOLAS 2105 SPRAY LACQUER, which is my favorite brass instrument lacquer:

Some friends have just requested some hand engraved floral themed bottle stoppers - more fun ahead this weekend.

Happy Saturday - Bob
(Go small or go home)

 

[TG Design]

Impressive!


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[duncsuss]

Another nice piece, you treat your friends to some wonderful things
Do you happen to know if the Nikolas 2015 would work well on steel? I made a pen clip from Damascus steel, but I didn't seal it and it rusted.
Thanks!

 

[Bob in SF]

Duncan - The lacquer is best on non-ferrous metals.

I haven't tried it on steel - but it might be worth a try depending upon the iron content of the steel alloy.

 

[duncsuss]

Duncan - The lacquer is best on non-ferrous metals.

I haven't tried it on steel - but it might be worth a try depending upon the iron content of the steel alloy.

I have no idea about the iron content (in truth, I have no idea about most things I try doing) as these were scrap pieces gifted to me by a couple of knife makers. I think I'll start by trying Delft or Krylon which I already own and see if they help any.


Thanks!

 

[Charlie_W]

Very cool Bob!

As usual, excellent craftsmanship.

 

[Gregf]

Amazing as always.

 

[Jim15]

Great work again.

 

[Bob in SF]

Many thanks Tim, Duncan, Charlie, Greg, and Jim!

I got interested in engraving when I began looking at the amazing work of Albrecht Durer (1471-1528). I'm lucky to know Steve Lindsay and his current phenomenal work. I'll never reach their heights, but it's great fun to grind gravers and drive them through metal. I'll always enjoy drawing and painting, but engraving is a special commitment of line and tone. Like turning - no erasing.

- Bob

 

[TG Design]

Bob, I am interested in enhancing some pens with hand engraving. I've looked at Steve Lindsay's site and saw many inspiring ideas.

You mention his universal graver point, I need to look at his site again, I did not see where to purchase one.

Do you have any additional suggestions to get started, any additional tools? I assume a magnifier is key, I where glasses so that has been a struggle for me.

Thanks!


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[1080Wayne]

Beautiful work Bob . Was it small enough for her ?

 

[Bob in SF]

Tim - You can start hand engraving with this fine manual Lindsay set:
https://www.airgraver.com/photos/manual-graver-with-sharpener-set2.jpg

Start with a simple ball joint vise - and if you progress, you may some day want a Lindsay Palm Control vise.

Steve is a profoundly gifted engraver/inventor/machinist.

We have no financial attachment - but I'm very lucky to know him.

- Bob

 

[Bob in SF]

Thanks Wayne! - yes - small enough.

 

[dogcatcher]

Bob, I am interested in enhancing some pens with hand engraving. I've looked at Steve Lindsay's site and saw many inspiring ideas.

You mention his universal graver point, I need to look at his site again, I did not see where to purchase one.

Do you have any additional suggestions to get started, any additional tools? I assume a magnifier is key, I where glasses so that has been a struggle for me.

Thanks!


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In my opinion this is the best beginners guide to engraving on the Internet.
https://www.bladesmithsforum.com/index.php?/topic/24166-simple-engraving-for-knifemakers/

 

[Cwalker935]

You must have a very steady hand! Very nice.

 

[Bob in SF]

Yes, dogcatcher - fine article - also recommending the Lindsay graver geometry template and sharpening technique.

Cody - Thanks! - yes, my hands are absolutely steady - keeps me out of trouble in my day job.