(although a grinder would work) Another tip is to try and stay at the same travel speed for the tip, if you dwell too long on a point, you will notice it on the final product.

Take your time because this is the final product and I didn't see any engraving erasers beside the engravers. You need to make sure you press hard enough to cut through the paper, you can hear and feel the difference I find. I like to try to keep the tip as perpendicular as possible, longer straight lines could be helped with a straight edge if you felt the need. Very carefully trace the lines in your image with the engraver. Also the better it is stuck down, the less the paper seems to get damaged. Push it down good because we don't want it to slide when we start. Trim the label if you have to and stick it to the tool where you want to engrave your name. I try to do most of a sheet and I print it out a few different sizes to have some extras around and to be able to fit it the best possible way. Print out your image onto mailing labels or sticker paper. You have to be careful not to go too fine into the details because some of the paper gets damaged while you are engraving, you will see what I mean when you try it, just trust me for now. You can dress it up with some fancy art around the name but since that is probably a good way to get myself beat up at work, I'll just make it plain here. Just remember that you are going to use an outline (at least in the beginning) I tried a fill once and found it very time consuming and hard to make it look good. Please include the model and manufacturer of your gun and what type of finish it has on it along with any sample pictures you may have.Use your favorite imaging software to create your name in just about any font you want to use. Feel free to contact me concerning your project ideas. Below are a few samples of finished projects and associated prices. Size and type of gun will affect the final cost. Full coverage pistols start at around $8000. In general my work starts at around $2000 for a 1911 pistol. The only difference between my art and that of a painter is the tools I use to apply the work to a steel canvas. Keep in mind that you are essentially investing in a piece of artwork designed and cut by me, not merely decorating a gun. If not I can usually design something to fit your budget. I can then look at the project and determine whether your budget and expectations are in line. Next pick some photos of engraving you like from the internet or books. I tell most clients to decide on a budget first. All of these will come into play in determining the price of the job. Type of scroll, type of metal on the gun, precious metal inlays, finish, metal prep etc. Email project ideas When it comes to engraving a firearm, there are a number of factors that will affect the price of the finished project.

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