Engraving Pen

We’re run through what jewellery engraving is, but more specifically, what about hand engraving? This is typically carried out using shaped steel cutters with a sharpened edge, which are mounted into a wooden handle. The cutters themselves are supplied in extra-long lengths, so that they can be cut down to suit the person using them. The ‘tang’ (pointed handle end) is not as hard as the jewellery engraving tool itself, and is intended to be snapped off to create the ideal length. This rough end should be ground down and inserted into a wooden handle ready for use during the hand engraving jewellery process.

As you start to trace your first line, your hand engraving tool should be pushed down and forward with even pressure. The process is repeated until the required depth of each cut is reached.

Hand engravingtoolsfor metal

Are you interested in learning how to engrave metal by hand? Ideal for precision work and detailed jewellery, hand engraving metal is a great technique used by many jewellers. Whether you’re learning how to engrave silver by hand, or another alloy of choice, our handy guide will give you all the tips and tricks you need.

And that’s how to engrave by hand! Ready to start hand engraving jewellery? At Cooksongold we have everything you need for precise jewellery engraving, which can be used to add unique and intricate engravings to your jewellery making projects. Shop online and browse our range of hand and electric engraving tools today

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How to engrave toolsat home

The history of engraving can be traced as far back as Roman times. Traditionally, it was used to create images on metal plates or wooden blocks which were then used for printing. It was used to decorate metal objects, including jewellery, providing texture, imagery and most commonly, lettering to pieces which would otherwise have been plain.

How to engrave toolsby hand

Your hand engraving tools should be held at an angle which is neither too deep nor too shallow, but, only experience and practice will help you when learning how to engrave metal by hand. You’ll find that there is a variety of tools available for jewellery engraving. For beginners, it’s best to use more basic jewellery tools for example, a v-shaped graver or knife graver, for hand engraving metal.

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Before learning how to engrave metal by hand, it’s important to understand the basics of the technique and what it does. The term “engraving” can be defined in one of two ways:

Choosing the right too for the job is key to learning how to engrave by hand. Here are some of the steel hand engraving tools you can use to ensure a high-quality finish, for hand engraving metal.

Are you looking for an alternative to hand engraving jewellery, that might be a little bit faster? Ideal for bulk designs and expert jewellery makers, steel burrs can be utilised in a rotary drill, pendant motor or micro-motor to achieve fine detail on flat surfaces. They’re particularly good for glass engraving and softer metals such as gold and silver. If you’re interested in this method of jewellery engraving, take a look at our guide to burrs to learn how to use different types of burrs, and more.

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