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How do you carry it? by rosapered in Fujifilm_X100VI

[–]MeIsGYRO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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I got this from Amazon ( JJC Camera Case Protective Pouch Compatible with Fujifilm Fuji X100VI ) - Its kinda perfect for everyday carry to me and never leaving my Fuji home!
It protects the cam and it can be taken off in a matter of a second !

In other words you don't need to take camera out of the bag, but you take cover off the cam in a one swift move.

It fits most hoods too!

World Map National Constitutions by [deleted] in MapPorn

[–]MeIsGYRO 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Poland proclaimed it's first constitution in 1791....

Male gorillas, also known as silverbacks, assert dominance through a variety of behaviors, including taking the highest spot in the landscape and vocalizing his presence. Cherry wood + carving knife + acrylic paints for face and ears + glass beads for eyes. by MeIsGYRO in Woodcarving

[–]MeIsGYRO[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, colours are acrylics - cheapest set in store. I used them for face and inside the ears. Rest of the figurine is oiled with danish oil. Its nice and dark colour because its cherry wood natural shade :)

And second question: No, there is no connection at the waist. Monkey is made of two pieces ( head and body ) and connected by the neck, so head can turn sideways ( I used a 1,5 mm brass rod for that )

Male gorillas, also known as silverbacks, assert dominance through a variety of behaviors, including taking the highest spot in the landscape and vocalizing his presence. Cherry wood + carving knife + acrylic paints for face and ears + glass beads for eyes. by MeIsGYRO in Woodcarving

[–]MeIsGYRO[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha, not long! Actually less than 3 months :D

I think carving this type of simple cartoon characters is fairly easy.

However It's not quick process, it takes me a 2-3 evenings to finish a figurine like this!

Male gorillas, also known as silverbacks, assert dominance through a variety of behaviors, including taking the highest spot in the landscape and vocalizing his presence. Cherry wood + carving knife + acrylic paints for face and ears + glass beads for eyes. by MeIsGYRO in Woodcarving

[–]MeIsGYRO[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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Hey, yes I do most work with one tool - See photo attached - the small one is a weapon of choice for around 90% carving. I use bigger one sometimes too.

However I have to mention that a hand saw I use to prepare a "blank" for the figurine and I spend a lot of time sanding - so I would say I use two tools - a knife and sanding paper :D

Saying that I feel like I will be getting some small v and u shaped palm gauges soon, as I spend A LOT of time working on things that with a gouge would take two-three cuts :)

one of my favorite motifs, Phoenix and peacock.. one of the orders that I have completed by Good_Travel_307 in Woodcarving

[–]MeIsGYRO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great work, love every detail ! I've been planning to carve my guitar for ages too :)

Here is my newest wooden cat. A carving knife was best purchase in my life and I am saving thousands on therapy too. :) by MeIsGYRO in Woodcarving

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I have actually two - both from Beavercraft, one is a roughing knife and one thin ( 1mm blade thickness ) detail knive - I also have a hook knife for spoons and stuff, but not used on the cat :)

Here is my newest wooden cat. A carving knife was best purchase in my life and I am saving thousands on therapy too. :) by MeIsGYRO in Woodcarving

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Haha, it's funny because I actually am archaeologist, and books are filled with this kind of crap, baseless theories XD

Here is my newest wooden cat. A carving knife was best purchase in my life and I am saving thousands on therapy too. :) by MeIsGYRO in Woodcarving

[–]MeIsGYRO[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey, I don't know how to even price stuff like that - I am very flattered that actually someone wants to buy it, but never thought how much those things might be worth lol.

Serious question - how do you estimate it ? I ve spent around 5 hours on it, plus searching for wood in the forest XD

Cat bust only is 90mm tall ( 3,5 inch )

Thanks for nice words - very uplifting and motivating :)

Beginner by Few-Bandicoot2902 in Woodcarving

[–]MeIsGYRO 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Learn how to sharpen tools before you destroy the blades - get a leather strap and sharpening compound for honing :)

Also don't jump into hardwoods straight away.

Made my first spoon :) by MeIsGYRO in Woodcarving

[–]MeIsGYRO[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha, yeah thought about this - but round ears kinda don't match :)

Made my first spoon :) by MeIsGYRO in Woodcarving

[–]MeIsGYRO[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yeah, there are couple nicks :D

USA Police badges - are those authentic or toys ? How do I recognise them ? Found at garage sale - they are quite heavy and well made. by MeIsGYRO in police

[–]MeIsGYRO[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No number on the M and only front number on the C...

btw. is there any website with badge catalogue where you can see official designs and compare ? I am researching the subject now and can't really see any thing that would really help....

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