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Filing Square Corners With Work Held in a Vise

A tip from @crazyhorseclassics for filing 90 degree corners with the metal held in a vise padded with cardboard or leather.

Posted about 3 years ago • 608 likes • 9 comments
Here is a filing tip from @crazyhorseclassics - β€œI frequently use negative space in my work, which requires a lot filing...
Here is a filing tip from @crazyhorseclassics - β€œI frequently use negative space in my work, which requires a lot filing 90* corners and squaring off sawblade marks.

I use a vise as a steady third hand to keep the metal fixtured. It reduces file chatter and keeps my horizon line consistent. Having two hands greatly improves efficiency!)

I also recommend using cardboard or leather to help keep the vise marks to a minimum~

Don’t get crosseyed! πŸ˜˜πŸ€˜πŸ½β€ love this! Thank you for allowing me to share! #filingsilver #ailingtips #filingjewelry #metalsmithtios #benchvise