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Used to purchase from McMaster-Carr a lot when I was in our family's plastic manufacturing business. Just don't think of them much any more. Thanks, I'll check into that source.

Do you remember the company, by chance?

Guess that might work. All I need is a 10" round piece.

I'm planning on using my 9" diameter by 8" deep vacuum bell for stabilizing handle scales. I've located a vacuum pump. Now all I need is a silicone sheet to put on the "floor" of the chamber to seal the bell. Any suggestions as to the thickness of the sheet and where I might buy it? I'm...

Thank you, Sir. I really don't get to carve much for myself. Mainly my energy is spent teaching. But I'm looking forward to building a reputation as a good carving knife maker. We'll see.

Thanks. I'd be willing to bet you would be astounded at the number of teachers and public carving groups all over your State. I know of at least 5 groups that gather on Thursday afternoons or Saturdays at community centers around my area. If you are interested, just go here...

I don't typically photograph my work. I've some quick snaps on my cell phone to show my students but nothing on my computer. Carvers can have several hundred tools, which probably includes a knife like the one I showed. But the typical carver will have many handled knives with different...

I guess there are substitutes, Bjmac, but not equal substitutes. Thanks, Sean.

Thanks, Retroguy, I thought so too. Needless to say, I'm anxious to get started on my carving knife stock for the Fall class at the Tech Center. The only supplies I'm waiting on are Cactus Juice and Acraglas. Other than that, I'm ready and waiting. I'll start on all the blades and just...

Okay, per your request. 01 steel polished as I would my blade. Etched at 14 volts DC 6 repetitions. Sanded to 600 grit as per instructions. Full frame of picture: Close up..........keep in mind the logo is actually only 1/4" tall. I'm very pleased with the results. Here is a copy of...

I listened to suggestions made in this thread and ordered Ernie's stencils and accessories. I made his electrolyte yesterday. My Father was a jeweler. He died in 2011 and a couple of weeks ago, his wife asked me to come and take any of his supplies and equipment I thought I could use and she...

Well, Chris, I ordered my cards a few minutes ago. I've designed a lot of business cards for various pursuits of mine and my spouse, but this one was just about the most simple. I decided not to do any artsy-phartsy stuff on it. Just kept it simple.............less is best I've always said...

Great recommendation. I've deposited enough blood on the property of late!

Yup, it's a beotch...................can't even pick my nose now! :eek:

That's a jolly good idea, Chris. Cards are so inexpensive these days, I think I'll get right on that. Thanks for the tip.

How this for ironic? After reading your comment about WoundSeal Powder, I thought it might be good to pick up some in case someone in my class happened to do more than just nick themselves. Then the other day, I was sharpening a Planer blade on a wheel and the edge caught on me. Flipped the...

Oh WOW! Just received a package from Ernie. Not only were my stencils in it but also enough felt for a lifetime (I had already bought felt :D ) and an 8 oz plastic bottle. (I never could find a bottle here.........was even looking today!!!) So all I need is for the stuff from Science Supply...

Man, that looks great. Looking forward to the time I can forge in a taper like that. Very impressive. Congrats!

Thanks, Tracy. Appreciate your learned opinion. I might buy that DIY head and give it a try. It's not too expensive for a try. https://picclick.com/Japanese-Blacksmith-Hammer-25-lb-Dog-head-302850805864.html#&gid=1&pid=6...

Sure am glad I asked the original question................I've learned a whole lot more than I expected to. You guys are great!