How To Use A Checkering File
Like by taking it to the grinder and thinning it out maybe.
How to use a checkering file. In the next window make sure you have PNG selected from the drop-down list of formats and then click Save First click on the picture that you want to remove the background from. CT0902 Dem Bart Checkering Tool - 60 Degree V. You should mark the sides of the file with a Sharpie as you will ALWAYS want to use the same side of the file for all of your work.
Because of the arrangement of teeth checkering files sometimes referred to as texturing or Florentine files create grooves or serrations in the material being filed. After pencil tracing use a sharp grease pencil to darken the lines. MAKE SURE that the file you are using has the teeth lined up straight to the edge of the file.
In this video Kurt shows you how to lay out your border lines and your master lines. Then again using a regular checkering file would probably keep the lines straighter. They are often used to create decorative edges on bezels broad textured surfaces and fast material.
Though they seem to be out of stock currently. Easier to use for the less experienced user also. This will keep the lines evenly spaced and consistent.
Almost all sources I have read say that the first step to perform is a horizontal line at the top of the frontstrap where vertical lines will stop then file the vertical lines at about half depth using a jig to guide the file straight then start with the horizontals using a different jig. Im thinking a thin hacksaw blade might work. As far as coining goes I wonder if you would even use a file.
Overcut is parallel to file edges and upcut is 90 degrees to overcut. Trace the lines through tracing paper with a ponce wheel or with a sharp pencil. Parallel in width and gently tapered in thickness.
