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Shark, Am I correct this is the second completely carved proto? Working on 3 different at once would tax my 3 working brain cells! :) (and my patience:) How does it feel? Congrats!! scott (still waiting to see how Thumbhole carves and feels! :) Yes, you are correct! The first was a full board carve...

You can bring the tool into the database for the information --- then create a new v-bit tool adding the information manually inputting the information gathered as a v-bit from the SC50 tool info then delete or leave(for the info only) the form tool (SC50). Not sure why whiteside has decided that th...

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Manually trimmed using trim tool for both top and bottom layers. Had to ungroup the tree of life vectors and the font vectors. Also Converted fonts to curves.

Sharkcutup

Very impressive machine after 4 years use and many projects.
3 1/4" diameter 1/8" thick ring cut from 3/4" premium pine board

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Laminated Monte Carlo SKS Gun Stock Prototype COMPLETE Carved out of Big Box Store Pine

Now to carve one out of Mahogany!

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Happy to hear you are moving along with your project! :) Yup, the simulation preview is pretty darn accurate in showing what is going to occur with your carving. Just remember to use the correct post processor when saving your toolpaths because that can definitely make a difference in your carvings....

Same Preview only I cleanup edges of the weave

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Pocketed .1875 (3/16") Simulation Preview 6.0" by 6.0" Material .5" thick

Yes Martin54 that is the weave from the supplied clipart folder carved using VCarve Pro 10.507

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You can also find the model in the clipart tab> Weaves
Model Carved in Oak (Preview Simulation)

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From the looks of the image posted there is a turtle model in the design. This would have to be set within the material first to determine where the final depth occurs for carving raised text. You would also need a vector of the turtle perimeter in order to carve the raised text without carving the ...

Posting a diagram, image, .crv file posted here, more information as to what it is you are trying to accomplish is needed to avoid repetitive guessing.

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If you find my files useful I would definitely like to see what you have created using this technique either here on this thread or you can drop me a line at my website listed in the signature block below. Questions/comments/suggestions always welcome!!!!

Keep those chips a flying!
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Here is the link to dropbox to download Navy Mustang Emblem.zip file https://www.dropbox.com/sh/gp0h7qy1ni3yldb/AADfrSIErR5CsiY1nZ1zsrw8a?dl=0 There are 2 versions available along with images included in .zip file Enjoy!!! :) Please Be sure to adjust Toolpaths and recalculate for your machine!!! Sha...

Version as stated in previous post.

It can be also made with the approx. 1/4" raised border taking away the radiused edge. All depends on the individual's preference!

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Thank You Everyone for your comments/suggestions they are well taken and appreciated! Here is another version of the Navy Mustang Emblem with outer edge prepped. This can also be made where the text and stars are VCarved into outer perimeter rather than projected upward as they are in the image ther...