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by mpol0717
Sun Oct 02, 2016 8:20 am
Forum: VCarve - Gallery
Topic: Wood/acrylic plaque
Replies: 2
Views: 2544

Re: Wood/acrylic plaque

Thanks! I used a cheap spring loaded diamond drag bit off eBay. It works really well.
by mpol0717
Sun Oct 02, 2016 5:21 am
Forum: VCarve - Gallery
Topic: Poster frames
Replies: 1
Views: 2092

Poster frames

This was by far the most personal and gratifying project I have done. These frames were made to hang in our station in memory of my close friend and coworker who died in the line of duty almost 2 months ago now. I was honored when i was asked to make the frames and feel blessed to been able to call ...
by mpol0717
Sun Oct 02, 2016 4:56 am
Forum: VCarve - Gallery
Topic: Wood/acrylic plaque
Replies: 2
Views: 2544

Wood/acrylic plaque

I've been waiting for a good project to use stand off screws and a customer came to me wanting softball plaques. He said he would trust my judgement on creativity so I took the opportunity to use them. Very happy with how they turned out. Thanks for looking.
by mpol0717
Wed Jul 13, 2016 3:09 am
Forum: VCarve - Gallery
Topic: Family plaque
Replies: 29
Views: 23497

Re: Family plaque

Nice job! What brand mask did you use and did you apply the lacquer, wax then the mask? How well does it stick to wax? I've attempted masking of lacquer before, but left some pretty nasty residue behind.
by mpol0717
Tue Jul 12, 2016 3:28 am
Forum: VCarve - Gallery
Topic: 5-Sided End Table
Replies: 6
Views: 6507

Re: 5-Sided End Table

Wow that's really impressive! Great job.
by mpol0717
Wed Jul 06, 2016 6:36 am
Forum: VCarve - Gallery
Topic: Pub sign
Replies: 16
Views: 11987

Re: Pub sign

A little late posting, but here is the finished sign. Turned out good and the customer was happy.
by mpol0717
Sun Jun 26, 2016 4:43 pm
Forum: VCarve - Gallery
Topic: Pub sign
Replies: 16
Views: 11987

Re: Pub sign

Looks good! Thanks for posting
by mpol0717
Sat Jun 04, 2016 1:05 am
Forum: VCarve - Gallery
Topic: Pub sign
Replies: 16
Views: 11987

Pub sign

Still a work in progress but happy with the results so far. The customer left the creativity and design to me but asked for mountains on it. Feel free to edit and make your own. Thanks for looking.
by mpol0717
Sat May 28, 2016 9:22 pm
Forum: Aspire - Gallery
Topic: My latest project
Replies: 7
Views: 5264

Re: My latest project

Nice job! Whats the font used for "Home sweet home"?
by mpol0717
Tue May 17, 2016 3:57 pm
Forum: VCarve - Gallery
Topic: Another edge lit
Replies: 12
Views: 8336

Re: Another edge lit

Awesome. Thanks for the info guys!
by mpol0717
Mon May 16, 2016 1:43 am
Forum: VCarve - Gallery
Topic: Another edge lit
Replies: 12
Views: 8336

Re: Another edge lit

Looks good! I'm about to try my first edge lit but would like to pick your brain. What bit do you use, feeds and step over? Also, which bit and feeds are you using to cut the edge? I've ordered a diamond drag bit, which I've read creates good results. Thanks.
by mpol0717
Fri Apr 29, 2016 6:44 pm
Forum: VCarve - Gallery
Topic: 1911 pistol grips - first attempt
Replies: 12
Views: 13498

Re: 1911 pistol grips - first attempt

When i get to my computer I will post the file and tool paths I used to cut them. There is no undercut or two sided cutting. The checkering was done with 60 degree vbit and the 3d grips were done with .125" ballnose.
by mpol0717
Fri Apr 29, 2016 3:16 pm
Forum: VCarve - Gallery
Topic: 1911 pistol grips - first attempt
Replies: 12
Views: 13498

Re: 1911 pistol grips - first attempt

The actual grips are a STL file I found online. The checkered pattern was designed through v carve. When you go to create the toolpath for the checkered, you need to check the "project on 3d model" box. I believe that's the name of the box.
by mpol0717
Thu Apr 28, 2016 3:21 am
Forum: VCarve - Gallery
Topic: Mothers Day photo album
Replies: 3
Views: 2960

Re: Mothers Day photo album

Enjoy!
by mpol0717
Tue Apr 26, 2016 10:15 pm
Forum: VCarve - Gallery
Topic: Mothers Day photo album
Replies: 3
Views: 2960

Mothers Day photo album

Well I decided to get an early start for once on Mothers Day gifts. These were cut out of cherry and one was purple heart, using a 60 degree vbit and .0625 endmill. The inside pages are just 110lb construction paper, which is surprisingly thick and durable. I was worried they would rip out easy but ...