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NIxxon
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Joined: Dec 22, 2010
Posts: 496 |  Posted: 2012-01-17 1:25 pm Permalink
Finished carving and threw on some stain.
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amate
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Posts: 854 | Posted: 2012-01-17 3:30 pm Permalink
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On 2012-01-10 14:32, NIxxon wrote:
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I like the way you scalloped the teeth with the chisel. cool idea!
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Captain Jack
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From: Menifee, California
| Posted: 2012-01-17 5:44 pm Permalink
WOW!! That looks great! Is that a bit of torch work in the mouth? And are the teeth stained a natural stain or is that just the color of the wood? ... Very nice work!
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surfintiki
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Joined: Sep 30, 2004
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From: S. Chatham, MA
| Posted: 2012-01-18 2:33 pm Permalink
Yeah, way cool! Innovative touches on the feet too!
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NIxxon
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Joined: Dec 22, 2010
Posts: 496 | Posted: 2012-01-18 2:45 pm Permalink
Thanks Capt, and yes you are correct. The mouth is torched and then stained, I really like the way it comes out with that combination. The teeth are just the color of the wood in this picture but I did put a coat of natural stain on it that darkens it up just the slightest bit, I like the contrast. Thanks again for the kind words.
Thanks surfintiki! Much appreciated.
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Captain Jack
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From: Menifee, California
| Posted: 2012-01-18 5:47 pm Permalink
Cool! Looks Great! Another question ..... is that dark stain the dark mahogany from Minwax? How many coats?
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Grand Poobah
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Joined: Dec 09, 2008
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From: Reading, PA
| Posted: 2012-01-19 7:26 pm Permalink
I like the finish as well. The urethane gives him a nice shine
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NIxxon
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Joined: Dec 22, 2010
Posts: 496 | Posted: 2012-01-25 2:31 pm Permalink
Got some more carvin time in today...the proportions are extremely skewed but I feel like I learned quite a bit so far with this carving. let me know what ya think, Thanks for looking!
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surfintiki
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From: S. Chatham, MA
| Posted: 2012-01-25 5:51 pm Permalink
Primo!! You've graduated! Now you have to produce and share photos full time now!!
That's a classic piece, the gods will be pleased.
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NIxxon
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Joined: Dec 22, 2010
Posts: 496 | Posted: 2012-01-25 9:35 pm Permalink
Thanks surfintiki, I am far from graduation but I do appreciate the compliment.
I hear much insight on carving "deeper" and that is exactly what I am trying to do. I understand the concept but the challenge appears when the chisels are in hand.
I have no doubt that I will eventually figure it out but until then this is what I have to offer 
Again thanks for the comps and thanks for looking!!
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Captain Jack
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From: Menifee, California
| Posted: 2012-01-26 06:58 am Permalink
Very impressive!! And hopefully very sturdy at the waist. Keep up the good work!
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NIxxon
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Joined: Dec 22, 2010
Posts: 496 | Posted: 2012-01-26 09:37 am Permalink
Thanks Capt. The waist is suuuper thin...makes me a bit nervous actually.
Only time will tell
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pjc5150
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Joined: Jun 01, 2009
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From: Tampa, FL
| Posted: 2012-01-26 12:49 pm Permalink
yeah Nixxy....looks awesome!
I've been thinking about starting my own Benz/Will style lono myself!!!
Strong work bro...
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amate
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Joined: Oct 03, 2009
Posts: 854 | Posted: 2012-01-26 3:10 pm Permalink
You've just reached a new level. IMO your best effort yet. I believe we are all waiting to see you finish this one.
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McTiki
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Joined: Aug 22, 2004
Posts: 1953
From: Sunny Florida
| Posted: 2012-01-27 03:40 am Permalink
Nicely done brother.
Still looking for a Marq or a Tang....sigh
Mahalo
McTiki
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