security blanket

[silverchip]

feeling a little insecure this morning so I thought for those that push engrave I would show you my security blanket!!!!

 

[thughes]

Ha, looks like it's had it's share of use, too.

 

[Haraga.com]

I have taller jaws so my hand stays below the work.

 

[Sam]

Man, that's some hand protector! I'd definitely use one if I did that kind of push engraving.

 

[rod]

I like that hand protector, Dave!

It has the rural look, and has to be good protection. What about those chain mail type gloves sold by Rio Grande to be used by workers who slice up rubber molds for lost wax casting? Are they too high tech looking, or maybe they are for knife cuts, but not so good against the stabbing action of a slipped graver?

Rod

 

[Roger Bleile]

Rod,

Years ago I stabbed myself between the left thumb and forefinger while pushing a #1 lozenge graver. It went in up to the ferrule. No serious damage because the graver was so narrow (1.25 mm). I think if I was wearing one of those gloves the point would have gone right through the weave of the mail. If I'd stuck myself with a #45 flat it would have done some serious damage but a mail glove might stop a wide graver.

Cheers,
Roger

 

[bronc]

Hey Dave, you have got a bunch of scrolls layed out on that piece. I'd sure like to see a picture of it when you are finished. Merry Christmas amigo!

Stewart

 

[silverchip]

I'll try to put it up later today. It's just a quick bright cut pattern on a 3-1/2" horncap.

 

[monk]

just use dull tools like i do. you'll never have a need for that again.