Luciano Bosis makes firearms, and he makes them well. A beautiful, well-made gun like this Michelangelo model is perfect and complete when paired with engraving.

The model shown here, which is the Michelangelo Model by the Luciano Bosis Gunmakers (Fabbrica Armi Luciano Bosis), is "a result of the dedicated skill and unerring eye of the master craftsmen in achieving perfection at all stages of the process" (bosis.com). At Luciano Bosis Gunmakers, the engraver works with the gunsmith and client to create a unique, custom firearm like this one.

This firearm features copious scrollwork with inlaid metals. The engraving, done by G.S. Pedretti of Brescia, Italy, shows off highlights with the tones of the lighter metal and the regal wings of the eagle with brilliant gold. Pedretti uses hammer and chisel as well a burin techniques to execute his engravings.

Advanced engraving like this starts with knowledge and practice. Take the first step to reaching this high-level of artistic engraving by calling the GRS Training Center about learning advanced techniques. Visit the GRSTC online at www.grstrainingcenter.com for course information and more.