TOOLS I use!

Ratcheting tube cutter- from Harbor freight
Cuts pipe like butter and saves your wrists...

• Ratchet action speeds your work, makes cutting easier in tight spots
• Cuts copper, brass, aluminum and thin wall conduit tubing
• Self-feeding action for automatic cutting
• Spare heat treated carbon steel cutting wheel

Capacity: 5/16" to 1-1/8" diameter pipe


Micro Torch:

• Micro torch directs a pinpoint flame of 2000°F
• Lets you work on small and delicate materials accurately
• Running time: 35 minutes
• Push button ignition
• Ceramic tip
• Runs on butane

 

Jeweler's Saw:

Model makers, miniaturists and jewelers know how indispensable this well-balanced saw frame can be when it comes to intricate cutting. Blades will cut soft metals, wood, fiberglass, styrofoam and plastic. Adjustable frame permits blades to be drawn taut, and adjusts for blades 2-1/2 inches to 5-1/2 inches long...even accommodates broken blades. Nicely made with a steel bow and hardwood handle. Cuts up to 2-1/2 inches deep.
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Comments

[michelleb]

Thank you for posting that. I am always curious to know what tools are used by artists. I always appreciate their work so much more because the tools must be mastered.

[kecia]

actually that was very interesting, thanks for sharing!