VH Barrel Engraving

[Brian Arthur]

Hi-

I am refinishing a Parker VH (see the thread "Learning on a Parker VH") and have a question on the engraving technique for the triangular cuts found on the barrels.

Here is a picture of the barrel engraving on an untouched VH that I own:



What technique creates this look? I tried a flat graver set on edge then twisted 45 degrees clockwise (I am right handed) thinking that would give the effect, but it does not look right.

I would appreciate guidance from those who know!

Thanks

Brian Arthur

[CHE]

go to engravers café website they will tell you

[B. Dudley]

That is called a nick and dot.

http://americanlongrifles.org/forum/...?topic=34667.0

[Brian Arthur]

Thanks. The Engravers Cafe is an excellent resource I was not aware of, and this tutorial you linked to Brian will keep me busy for a while.

Brian