Just a quick hello...

[Sentient Primate]

Hello everyone,



I joined the forum today, on the recommendation of Ron Takahashi. Thank you Ron. :~)

I thought I would write a quick note to introduce myself.

My name is Steve, and I reside in the UK. I am a complete beginner when it comes to engraving, having left it rather late in life to begin as I'm 54.

I will be starting my first piece this weekend, when the high speed pneumatic carver (Turbo Carver) I ordered from the States is scheduled to be delivered. I currently have a Dremel Stylus, which is quite nice, and plan on purchasing hand tools such as chisels, files, gouges and such for the heavier side of the work. The Turbo Carver will be used for detail work.

I have no plans to go commercial with my work, preferring to keep things at the hobby level.

I'm so glad I found this forum. I've been reading through previous posts, and see you are all masters of the craft. I am so looking forward to learning from all of you.

Regards,

Steve H

[Ron T]

Hello and Welcome, Steve. I'm glad you made it here and as I said, I'm sure you'll enjoy the people and all the information they are so willing to share.

I'll be looking forward to seeing your new first project.

[Tom-H]

Welcome Steve. Hey, 54 is not rather late in life! I started learning to carve when I was 65. I wish I had started when I was 54. And yes, I think there are some master carvers that participate in the forum. But most I believe are just hobby carvers that wish to keep on learning. At least that describes me. I think You'll find this group to be very friendly and willing to share any information and experiences that they have. Again, welcome.

Tom H

[torpidhummer]

Hey Steve,good to have you aboard,I guess your just a kid can put with but no "juvenile tricks,ok". I think you will really enjoy this group,folks are always willing to help. Let us know how you like your turbo carver,and show us some of your work,good carving and have fun.

Oscar

[cannuckcarver]

Welcome aboard and good luck on your first project

[vacation212]

SmileHi and welcome glad to have you here.

[bob mudge]

Hi Steve, I joined this week and started carving eighteen months ago, and I am 74 " never to late to learn"

Bob

[vin]

Originally Posted by bob mudge

Hi Steve, I joined this week and started carving eighteen months ago, and I am 74 " never to late to learn"

Bob

What are you planning to carve . If you get a chance go to a few craft shows to get the drift of whats interesting. I moved to MD. and there are a million duck decoys.
Vin

[Mark N. Akers]

Steve:
Welcome to the site,hope you enjoy it here.

[vin]

Originally Posted by Mark N. Akers

Steve:
Welcome to the site,hope you enjoy it here.

Thanks Mark you are a busy man, I checked out your site. Great work. Vin