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| CallMeAl:
I have been intrigued by die filers since I found out about them on this forum. I thought it would be a challenge to try to build one form scratch and it would allow me to practice my pattern making and casting, among other things. I found this photo and really like the old time looks of this bench to die filer. I know there is a company selling castings to make a similar unit, but the fun is seeing what you can come up with on your own. So far, I have broken out the wood lathe (something I haven't touched in a while) and the band saw and after much fiddling, gluing, sanding, and filling I have made a pattern the approximates what is in the photo. With no measurements to go by I am estimating the dimensions. After filling the cracks with body putty and spackle and much sanding. I have my pattern primed, waxed and ready to cast: It has been kind of a hassle to the parting lines even with all the different pieces. This has been the most elaborate casting I have attempted. Al |
| dickda1:
Very nice pattern. Aluminum sand casting next? -Dick |
| DaveH:
Al, That's come out very well. :clap: Looks great :thumbup: DaveH |
| HS93:
I have been looking at this , but it depends on the postage I would only need the castings as I have a good supply of bronze at the moment, Al, it looks like a nice project it would be nice to be able to cast things , I havent done it seence I was was at secondry school. Peter http://www.sc-c.com/metallathe/MLA-18.html Re this post checked postage today and got a fast response from them unfortunatly its $118 :bang: Peter |
| raynerd:
Wow, nice work Al. This is something I would definately use and have been keeping my eye out for. They look very good for filing the crossing out of clock wheels. If you ever start a production line, can I have my name first on the list for a set of castings?!! :ddb: look forward to seeing your progress! Chris |
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