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Old 05-19-2007, 03:47 PM
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I really did`nt know what I was getting into trying to carve a log with a detail set of knives..LOL!!! I soon found out it was going to be a pretty big task after quite a few hours at the bench it is finally finished. I know the next big carving I do will be done with standard tools. I am pleased with the outcome as it was my first attempt at something of this size...Enjoy...Bruce
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Old 05-19-2007, 03:56 PM
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You should be pleased, he came out great. I have the same problem as far as tools go. I need to buy some bigger tools also, all I have is mainly palm tools.
Again I really like the carving you did, you should be proud
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Bruce, Enjoy the carving I do! I think you did that log justice. The carving is super. The finish caps it off. And speakin of "cap". Your carving of the cap is perfect.....Thanks for sharin...Tom H
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Great job on your Civil War Vet! Super detail and his kepi is perfect. Great work.

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Bruce, excellent carving! I love the facial expression-hope you do more work along these lines.
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Holy cow, that is fantastic, one of the best civil war carvings that I have ever seen. Well done.

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That definitely has a lot of "WOW factor". Great job. And all with hand tools!!!
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Knothole,
Very nicely done!
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Wow!! That is outstanding! Excellent detail on both the face and the cap....great work, Knothole! Bonnie
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I want to thank everyone for the kind remarks I do appreciate them. I sure do enjoy this site and being able to share my carvings with everyone. Carving has always been something I wanted to do but did`nt take it seriously until last July since then I have finished 17 pieces and have 3 walking sticks to do next...Thanks again and what a helpful site we have here, I learn so much from everyone here....Bruce
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