Beginner engraving tools?

[Martin S.]

I am taking the engraving class at the NMLRA workshop in June.

Can someone post a list of engraving tools I should buy for someone who has no tools?

I prefer to buy quality once, as opposed to cheaper tools twice.

Thank you all.

Martin

[Brian Jordan]

The Lindsey sharpening templates and diamond stones are a huge help in getting things sharpened properly and consistently. The 90° template is all you need to get started.

Does the workshop offer a list of tools they recommend?

[Sidelock]

Are you interested in a set up for chase engraving only or a pneumatic system?

[Sidelock]

If you are only interested in the tools for the class, the instructor will send you a recommended tool list.  As for which brand to buy, again, that instructor would be the one to ask about that.  The NMLRA instructors are always willing to assist the students before the class begins with such questions.

[c deperro]

All you need for basic engraving is a square graver and a flat graver. Ron Scott makes some nice engraving tools . Contact him he may be teaching at Western this year. Check out the Lindsey templates and stones for sharpening your gravers .

[Martin S.]

The Lindsey sharpening templates and diamond stones are a huge help in getting things sharpened properly and consistently. The 90° template is all you need to get started.

Does the workshop offer a list of tools they recommend?

No list as of yet, which is why I asked.

Has anyone been in contact with Mike Miller?  I can't seem to reach him.

[Martin S.]

Are you interested in a set up for chase engraving only or a pneumatic system?

I think chase engraving, but I am not smart enough to know the difference.  It is a beginner class.

[Ron Scott]

I suggest waiting to see the tool list that Mike will provide. Normally Brenda will provide the students with the instructor contact information. Engraving tools are normally plentiful, so you have plenty of time to acquire them before June.

[whetrock]

Martin S.,
Are you certain that the tools won't be provided?
The teacher might prefer that students don't bring own tools. He/she may prefer that you just use what is provided. More control and consistency there.  (That's what I'd do if I was teaching it, anyway.)