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Engraving is basically carving in metal. An engraver uses a small chisel and hammer to cut lines into the steel of the gun. High quality engraving is done by hand, not by machine, and is done freehand- no mechanical guides.
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Decoration for gun?
It is more properly called engraving or embellishment.
What is the value of an Ithaca hammerless side by side Sousa grade 12 gauge ok condition no engraving?
A Sousa grade Ithaca should have engraving on almost every square inch of the metal. If you have no engraving, you have a field grade gun.
What is the value of a Browning 12 ga automatic with serial number 200957 this gun was purchased in 1936 or 37 lots of engraving but not gold enlay has fn on butt plate browning arms co st louis mo?
This gun was made in 1938. If engraving is of hunting scenes, then it is a grade 3. Otherwise you have a grade 1 with scroll engraving. Value is too vast to quote without inspecting. Take it to a gun shop for appraisal. auto5man
Browning a5 1951 shot gun with engraving with initials PV can you give info on this gun?
You have a standard Auto 5 shotgun with grade I engraving. The initials PV that you refer to are a proofing mark which is found on both the receiver and barrel. PV stands for "Poudre Vive" which means smokeless powder.
What 4 accessories can a gunsmith add to make a gun unique?
A custom stock, engraving, inlays of fancy wood or precious metal.
What has the author Peter Wagner written?
Peter Wagner has written: 'Lust & Liebe im Rokoko =' -- subject(s): English Engraving, Engraving, English, Engraving, French, Engraving, German, Erotic art, French Engraving, German Engraving
What kind of process is engraving?
wood engraving
Can you use slugs in a smooth barrel when the gun specifically has engraved the words do not use with slug?
It says not to use slugs so you probably shouldn't. Follow the engraving.
What is the value of a 1960s 12 gauge Remington 1100 serial 97111V with orginial engraving on the stock frame and bolt?
Too many variables to give good answer. Take it to a gun show near you, or search the internet gun websites.
Where can you find engraving machines?
Call up a place that does engraving and ask where you would purchase an engraving machine.
laser engraving stone?
laser engraving stone
Where can I find information about engraving machines?
You can find information about engraving machines at www.customengravingcompany.com and www.hflaser.com/Laser-Engraving-Machine.htm.
