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Old 08-05-2009, 11:10 PM
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Hi Folks
I'm new to this board and this is my first post with a picture. This is Basswood an Indian on an Arrowhead. I have'nt decided on a finish as of yet.
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Larry
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Old 08-06-2009, 12:20 AM
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Welcome, that is a cool carving Larry, nice job!

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Old 08-06-2009, 12:51 AM
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You're on a roll, Larry. You have relief carving down pat.

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I like this one too! Great Job on his face..

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Old 08-06-2009, 05:07 AM
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good job magicman
why don't you finish it only with the wax?
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Old 08-06-2009, 07:19 AM
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Nice job Larry, like the idea.

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Very nice Larry, you have that indian face down good. I agree with Masso a nice dark paste wax.
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Awesome, you did real good.
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Old 08-08-2009, 10:48 AM
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Thanks Folks, I appreciate the comments and I may try the wax finish that some of you mentioned
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Old 08-13-2009, 08:25 PM
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Larry:
Superfine job on the Indian!!!
He reminds me of the indian on the old nickel with the Buffalo on the reverse side.
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