Jim Downing Basic Engraving Classes
The Gun Engraver
(417) 865-5953
handlebar@thegunengraver.com

After over a year of not
having a class in engraving due to the renovations here at my home, I
have set  dates for engraving classes in 2008. Please check your
calendar, work schedule or what have you and let me know if you might be
able to join us here in Springfield, MO for a one week class.
Firm Dates are
        Mar.17-21     Nov.10-14
     Possible dates are:
           Sept 8-12    Dec. ?
    Each class is limited to just 3  students so reserve early. A
deposit of $100 will hold your seat. Also let me know if you have a gravermeister or gravermax 
of your own you would like to bring with you to work bugs out of.
Check my web site, Email or call me
if you need more info. Thanks !!!---Jim 

 
I have always had an aptitude for teaching and conveying information well and have shared what I have learned over the years with many on an informal basis. In 1992 the old gentleman who taught me engraving, Tilden Swenson of Little Rock, died.  Wanting to continue Tilden's legacy, I put a shop together for lessons and now offer them, on a regular basis, to others with the desire to learn this enduring craft.
Jim, in his work shop

 


Robert, a student from Missouri 

 

I hold classes of one week with 2 to 3 students. Scheduling will be very flexible depending on both our commitments. The Glendo Corporation's Gravermeister, Gravermax, and Gravermate will be the tools of choice.  All tools and equipment will be supplied for your use. Classes will generally be held Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm in my shop in Springfield, Missouri. The cost of a 5 day class is $950. A deposit of $100 will reserve your seat with the balance being paid when you arrive. Motels and restaurants are very inexpensive in Springfield and are near by the shop, as is Branson for your evening entertainment. Additional information will be mailed to you when you reserve your seat.
The classes will cover in detail: 
  • Tools 
  • sharpening bits 
  • layout and design of script 
  • cutting script 
  • layout and design of scroll 
  • cutting scroll 
  • border design and cutting 
  • background work 
 

Julie, a student from Oklahoma 

 


Eric, a student from Missouri 

 

We will also touch on: 
  • inlay 
  • metal preparation 
  • bluing and plating 
  • push engraving 
  • chasing (hammer and chisel) 
  • scrimshaw 
Travel and hotel info for Springfieldcan be found on-line at the Convention & Visitors Bureau    www.travel-springfield.com

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