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20. When removed from the casting sand the two sprues are clearly visible. They are cut level with the rest of the casting using a hacksaw / junior hacksaw. |
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21. A handvice is used to hold the casting whilst drilling. The hand vice is one safe way of holding material whilst drilling. It has two jaws that are closed by turning a wing nut. |
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The pewter letter is finally clean / smoothed by the
use of emery cloth. A small amount of oil is added and the letter is moved
forwards and backwards. Smoothing the surfaces can take a considerable
amount of time however, the finish is very good. |
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