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GRS LEGACY SERIES
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What is the GRS Legacy Series?
During the mid-20th century, a renaissance in hand engraving began to take place. Learning to hand engrave had always been difficult, and trade secrets were rarely shared....
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During the mid-20th century, a renaissance in hand engraving began to take place. Learning to hand engrave had always been difficult, and trade secrets were rarely shared....
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Engraving the Meek Squirrel with Jake Newell — Tool List & Download
The GRS Legacy Series is a new video series to help further the art of engraving....
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The GRS Legacy Series is a new video series to help further the art of engraving....
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TUTORIALS
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Bulino Engraving: A Look at the Nicki Pendant
Bulino (which means "graver" in Italian) engraving is a technique used by many engravers. Traditionally created by cutting very small lines or dots, some engravers may utilize a combination of both lines and dots in their work....
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Bulino (which means "graver" in Italian) engraving is a technique used by many engravers. Traditionally created by cutting very small lines or dots, some engravers may utilize a combination of both lines and dots in their work....
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Sharpening Traditional Onglette Gravers
A quick how-to for sharpening onglette gravers....
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A quick how-to for sharpening onglette gravers....
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Follow along with Volcano Setting Part 2 to get inside this technique using an oval-shaped yellow sapphire set in stainless steel....
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Written and developed by D.J. Glaser, this stone setting tutorial will show you how to make this creative setting! Learn the breakthrough technique today with this tutorial....
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TECH TIPS & TRICKS
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Controlling Proper Mandrel Expansion with the GRS ID Ring Holder (#004-735)
The GRS ID Ring Holder (#004-735) is one of the best holders for working on rings. The sturdy steel frame uses a double expansion cone system designed to securely hold rings from the inside for secure stone setting and engraving. ...
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The GRS ID Ring Holder (#004-735) is one of the best holders for working on rings. The sturdy steel frame uses a double expansion cone system designed to securely hold rings from the inside for secure stone setting and engraving. ...
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Optimizing GRS 901 Handpieces -- Includes Special Tips for Airtact Hand Control
In 2001, GRS introduced a new general purpose handpiece: the Model 901 (#004-901). It offers a wide range of power for engravers and jewelers in a compact size and ergonomic shape. The popularity of this handpiece is due to its versatility, ruggedness, and easy serviceability....
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In 2001, GRS introduced a new general purpose handpiece: the Model 901 (#004-901). It offers a wide range of power for engravers and jewelers in a compact size and ergonomic shape. The popularity of this handpiece is due to its versatility, ruggedness, and easy serviceability....
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Handpiece Hose Attachment
Need to replace a hose on your GRS handpiece? This helpful hint will help you change a hose quickly and easily....
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Need to replace a hose on your GRS handpiece? This helpful hint will help you change a hose quickly and easily....
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How to Blacken an Engraving
Get a few pointers on blackening an engraving with tips from Sam Alfano of iGraver.com....
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Get a few pointers on blackening an engraving with tips from Sam Alfano of iGraver.com....
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REPAIR CENTER
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Warranty, Repair and Registration
For the first two years GRS will repair or replace (at GRS’s option) any part that proves to be defective in material or workmanship. Products covered by other manufacturer’s guarantees / warranties are NOT included. DAMAGE CAUSED BY CONTAMINATED COMPRESSED AIR IS NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY....
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For the first two years GRS will repair or replace (at GRS’s option) any part that proves to be defective in material or workmanship. Products covered by other manufacturer’s guarantees / warranties are NOT included. DAMAGE CAUSED BY CONTAMINATED COMPRESSED AIR IS NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY....
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General Estimate for Repairs
If you find your GRS machine isn't performing like it once did, it might be time for service or repair. Here you can find an outline of our in-house repair process and a general estimate* of repair cost for serviceable machines....
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If you find your GRS machine isn't performing like it once did, it might be time for service or repair. Here you can find an outline of our in-house repair process and a general estimate* of repair cost for serviceable machines....
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INTERNATIONAL DEALERS
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WEBSITE LINKS
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Engraver's Cafe Forum
Meet with other engravers and share your work on Sam Alfano's largest community forum for hand engravers.
Meet with other engravers and share your work on Sam Alfano's largest community forum for hand engravers.
FEGA
Find out how you can be a part of the Firearms Engravers Guild of America (FEGA). Promoting the art of firearm engraving since 1981.
Find out how you can be a part of the Firearms Engravers Guild of America (FEGA). Promoting the art of firearm engraving since 1981.
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