Monthly Archives: April 2010

Red layout fluid – at last!

Posted on 28 April, 2010 by Mike Freeman

Compares red layout fluid with blue layout fluid for use in model engineering Continue reading →

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Alibre 3D Cad proves valuable for my first ‘commission’!

Posted on 23 April, 2010 by Mike Freeman

Its been a while since I have been able to do any ‘proper’ machining due to health, refit for our fishing boat, making some pens (my only indulgence…honest), and trying to become a silversmith! My task today however was to fulfil … Continue reading →

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Small crucible holder for Silversmiths

Posted on 11 April, 2010 by Mike Freeman

How to make a crucible holder for use in melting silver and gold. Continue reading →

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New letters for furnace pattern -hopefully they will work this time

Posted on 10 April, 2010 by Mike Freeman

Another attempt to see if I can cast letters onto a pattern after failing the first time. Continue reading →

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No turning – so a long handled dustpan takes shape!

Posted on 10 April, 2010 by Mike Freeman

Long handled dustpan made from sheet metal and some metric studding….. Continue reading →

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