On Tue, Dec 11, 2012 at 5:57 AM, Dave Caroline <[email protected]> wrote: > On Tue, Dec 11, 2012 at 10:39 AM, Mark Wendt <[email protected]> wrote: >> While probably not what was desired in a button in the other >> discussion, friend of mine sent me this link this morning: >> >> http://www.redtorope.com/2011/02/laser-engraved-wax-filled-high-contrast-panels-for-electronics-projects/ >> >> Mark >> > > > Clock makers have used a wax technique for a long time > > Here is a dial we restored at work > http://www.collection.archivist.info/searchv13.php?searchstr=norfolk > > We use sealing wax which is harder than a crayon > we melt the wax onto the surface filling the engraving > we then use wet and dry (wet) till the surface is clean all over (hard work) > then re silver > Obviously the temperature is higher so I dont think it would be > suitable for plastic parts > > Dave Caroline
Very nice! Quick question. is the clock face a brushed whitish color or brushed brass? I'm presuming the differences in the photos were due to lighting and/or filters? Thanks, Mark ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ LogMeIn Rescue: Anywhere, Anytime Remote support for IT. Free Trial Remotely access PCs and mobile devices and provide instant support Improve your efficiency, and focus on delivering more value-add services Discover what IT Professionals Know. Rescue delivers http://p.sf.net/sfu/logmein_12329d2d _______________________________________________ Emc-users mailing list [email protected] https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/emc-users
