Cutting brass with saw questions

[MeunierParticipant @meunier]

Posted by Michael Gilligan on 04/07/2020 08:53:00:

Absolutely inspirational

… never seen it before.

MichaelG.

Edited By Michael Gilligan on 04/07/2020 08:55:01

Four months work !
stunning result yet at first glance the original looked quite simple/minimalist, difficult to express.
DaveD
The original intention of fret/piercing saw work was good too.

[Steve CrowParticipant @stevecrow46066]

Chris, I've been watching this thread with interest. I too have a Sherline lathe and mill and we have similar interests.

But please, do appreciate that people on this forum have taken their valuable time to give you good advice based on years of experience.

I have not seen anyone call you or your ideas "silly". Only polite encouragement and opinions. If those opinions differ from yours, don't take it as a criticism or an insult.

I hope you continue to post as I've learnt a fair bit from some of the replies – as I said, we have similar equipment and interests.

Please try to be less sensitive and take on board the massive reserve of knowledge this forum represents.

Like yourself, I've not been in this game for too long but I've learnt a huge amount from delving into this forum.

Back to the original subject. George Daniels "Watchmaking" has very informative descriptions and diagrams for crossing out wheels. He shows which files to use and in which order to get crisp corners etc.

Anyway, best of luck with whatever method you choose and keep us informed.

Cheers

Steve

[Robert ButlerParticipant @robertbutler92161]

Jason, thank you, I did refer to moderation rather than Moderation but it has served the same purpose. Robert Butler

[Neil WyattModerator @neilwyatt]

Hmmm.

I find it sad and depressing that when I asked people to show some restraint, the immediate responses were two lengthy posts carrying on the palaver.

Hopefully we can be bigger than just keeping things going in the forlorn hope that one party decides the other may have a point.

Neil

[Chris TickTockParticipant @christicktock]

Posted by Neil Wyatt on 04/07/2020 20:48:08:

Hmmm.

I find it sad and depressing that when I asked people to show some restraint, the immediate responses were two lengthy posts carrying on the palaver.

Hopefully we can be bigger than just keeping things going in the forlorn hope that one party decides the other may have a point.

Neil

Agreed nothing more needs to be said.

Chris

[Michael GilliganParticipant @michaelgilligan61133]

I am reviving this thread, to post a  **LINK**

https://www.ebay.ie/itm/Levin-Watchmakers-Lathe-Filing-Machine-Clock-Tool-Attachment-Filer-Die-/172822040549

The item is already sold, but it is worth a look if you are interested in building a ‘machine filling‘ attachment for a small lathe.

The design is by Levin; but, given that his book is rather pricey, it’s perhaps worth studying the ebay photos whilst they are still accessible.

MichaelG.

Edited By Michael Gilligan on 11/07/2020 23:00:29

[Chris TickTockParticipant @christicktock]

Posted by Michael Gilligan on 11/07/2020 22:57:51:

I am reviving this thread, to post a **LINK**

https://www.ebay.ie/itm/Levin-Watchmakers-Lathe-Filing-Machine-Clock-Tool-Attachment-Filer-Die-/172822040549

The item is already sold, but it is worth a look if you are interested in building a ‘machine filling‘ attachment for a small lathe.

The design is by Levin; but, given that his book is rather pricey, it’s perhaps worth studying the ebay photos whilst they are still accessible.

MichaelG.

Edited By Michael Gilligan on 11/07/2020 23:00:29

Michael, thanks for posting this, all duly noted as it is on my list of to do s. By the way what book is it from?

Chris

[Chris TickTockParticipant @christicktock]

Update on Scroll saw adaption to cut brass.

Now finished and tested it so far seems fine.

What I learned was (some of it is basic but worth repeating):

1.Adapt if necessary to hold a jewelers blade

2.Get the right blade,

3.Put it in the right direction.

4 Reduce your centre table holes

5. Learn to get the right tension on the blade

6. Cutting Speed surpisingly was not as crucial as I initially thought but not too fast 500 to 750, maybe more fine

7. Work slowly. (I found the advantage of using the scroll saw was control)

8. Hold the work firmly (still thinking of ways to better hold wheel.

9. Ensure Scroll saw is not vibrating so as to cause an issue.

10. It is not essential to buy the most expensive scroll saw

Chris

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