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Old 08-04-2010, 12:51 PM
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Here's a fellow who's got a corner on 'unique'. Makes sculpture from pencil leads:

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/culturepicturegalleries/7916457/Pencil-sculptures-miniature-masterpieces-carved-into-graphite-by-Dalton-Ghetti.html


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Old 08-04-2010, 01:14 PM
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Gosh, some people are so clever. I would never have thought of that in a million years.
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Old 08-04-2010, 01:16 PM
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Hi Scooter, that is amazing! thanks for sharing, carl
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Old 08-04-2010, 02:06 PM
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Those are really cool.

I would be wearing a glove if I were him.
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Old 08-04-2010, 02:51 PM
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That is amazing!!!

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Old 08-04-2010, 03:10 PM
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Wow.... And I thought I had a problem with carving on 2" by 2" pieces.......
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Old 08-04-2010, 03:22 PM
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WOW....I'd have to have some very powerful lenses in my glasses to see 'em. let alone carve 'em.
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Old 08-04-2010, 06:20 PM
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Thats amazing! I cant even keep a point on my pencil!

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Old 08-04-2010, 08:29 PM
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Very small and sensitive carving. Must be very patient fellow.
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Old 08-05-2010, 01:26 PM
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Now that's some fantastic work and patience and eye sight and most of all, NERVES.
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