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This is going to be a multiple part question so please feel free to answer as much or as little as you like.
I've given thought to this the past year and was hoping for some guidance. I'll try and provide examples with each question.
How is engraving done? What are some different methods and the pros and cons to those methods? Is it better to engrave before or after finish is added?
Lets say I have an AR. Can I engrave the upper and lower? Is it better to start on an 80%?
Is font type achievable or am I limited? Can I use multiple colors?
For example, I want to engrave a Galic phrase on the lower receiver and then fill with Orange, White and Green. How do I best achive that?
Lets say I want to engrave a firearm for my wife with a sweet saying we use for each other. Am I limited with the type of firearm and where I can engrave it? Will it affect (effect?) function or the durability of the firearm?
Are there certain types of metals it shouldn't be done on, i.e. Nickel, Stainless Steal etc...?
How are BBQ guns done?
Are there business that provide the service? Obviously if it's the frame or receiver they have to have an FFL. What if I just sent the 80% or any other part, does anyone do this? Will I have to finish it in any way?
How about home jobs? Obviously I'd practice a lot first and it may not be my first option, but I still want to know if it can be done. Any and all ways possible, chemical and manual finishing included.
I really appreciate you taking the time to read and respond. I know this isn't a subject that is brought up often. Even rarer is it answered in full. So I offer my complete thanks to all who help contribute to me learning about this a bit more. Taking your time to respond is deeply appreciated.
I've given thought to this the past year and was hoping for some guidance. I'll try and provide examples with each question.
How is engraving done? What are some different methods and the pros and cons to those methods? Is it better to engrave before or after finish is added?
Lets say I have an AR. Can I engrave the upper and lower? Is it better to start on an 80%?
Is font type achievable or am I limited? Can I use multiple colors?
For example, I want to engrave a Galic phrase on the lower receiver and then fill with Orange, White and Green. How do I best achive that?
Lets say I want to engrave a firearm for my wife with a sweet saying we use for each other. Am I limited with the type of firearm and where I can engrave it? Will it affect (effect?) function or the durability of the firearm?
Are there certain types of metals it shouldn't be done on, i.e. Nickel, Stainless Steal etc...?
How are BBQ guns done?
Are there business that provide the service? Obviously if it's the frame or receiver they have to have an FFL. What if I just sent the 80% or any other part, does anyone do this? Will I have to finish it in any way?
How about home jobs? Obviously I'd practice a lot first and it may not be my first option, but I still want to know if it can be done. Any and all ways possible, chemical and manual finishing included.
I really appreciate you taking the time to read and respond. I know this isn't a subject that is brought up often. Even rarer is it answered in full. So I offer my complete thanks to all who help contribute to me learning about this a bit more. Taking your time to respond is deeply appreciated.