New Rusticating Technique (For Me)

RadDavis · Post by **RadDavis** » Sun Oct 23, 2005 1:12 pm

Hi Guys,

I just finished a pipe with a new rusticating technique that I'm trying. Please let me know what you think:

Rad

alexanderfrese · Post by **alexanderfrese** » Sun Oct 23, 2005 1:34 pm

Great!

As I said when introducing my own results of a (maybe) new way of rustication, I like those that don't give ’em that carved look very much. BTW: Maybe you might give us some sort of a hint how to do that?

Is it building up that grain-like structure artificially, or does that rusticating follow the original lines in some way? I really love it beeing close to some sandblasted look.
It all compliments that pipe. Not a shape I would prefer, but I like it’s appearance. The tonal range of the stain and rustication structure even fits the stem colors.

RadDavis · Post by **RadDavis** » Sun Oct 23, 2005 1:51 pm

Hi Alexander,

I did it with the smallest dremel engraving bit and a very light hand.

On this shape, I just wanted the rustication to radiate out from the center, so I didn't follow the grain lines at all.

I tried it on another pipe that I sold in Richmond and don't have any pics of, but on that one I did follow the grain, and it came out quite nice. A couple of folks thought it was a sandblast.

Thanks for your comments,

Rad

bluesmk · Post by **bluesmk** » Sun Oct 23, 2005 2:05 pm

Rad,
I find it very reminiscent of the old GBD Rock root, but a sleeker, more refined texture, I like it, I like it, I like it !!!
I also like the shape. Stellar job on the shading my friend. You posting it on your site?
Dan
Gabrieli Pipes

RadDavis · Post by **RadDavis** » Sun Oct 23, 2005 2:12 pm

Thanks, Dan!

It's already posted.

http://raddavispipes.com/pipes.htm

Rad

NvilleDave · Post by **NvilleDave** » Sun Oct 23, 2005 2:21 pm

:thumb: Very nice Rad. I can't add anymore than what has already been said. It has a nice "Autumn" essence to it and I think the stem material was a perfect choice too.

Dave

carthagena · Post by **carthagena** » Sun Oct 23, 2005 4:05 pm

Rad,

I really like this way of rustication. I intented such a rustication but more deeply on some estates I had and I really prefer your results, much more natural

Actually I like also the virgin rustication you made on the FH0526 but that's out of the subject.
So : :thumb:

Happy smoking,
David

RadDavis · Post by **RadDavis** » Sun Oct 23, 2005 4:39 pm

Thanks, David!!

Rad

achduliebe · Post by **achduliebe** » Sun Oct 23, 2005 7:22 pm

Awesome Rad! That is beautiful...the new technique strikes a winning note with me. Great job on the new technique and the pipe overall!

RadDavis · Post by **RadDavis** » Sun Oct 23, 2005 10:42 pm

Thanks, Bryan!!

Rad

StephenDownie · Post by **StephenDownie** » Mon Oct 24, 2005 3:07 am

Rad,

Very nice technique followed up by a great staining job!

LexKY_Pipe · Post by **LexKY_Pipe** » Mon Oct 24, 2005 10:59 am

Rad

Is there a number for the Dremel bit you used?

alexanderfrese · Post by **alexanderfrese** » Mon Oct 24, 2005 11:53 am

LexKY_Pipe wrote:Rad

Is there a number for the Dremel bit you used?

And is there some figure for the "lightness of hand"?

geigerpipes · Post by **geigerpipes** » Mon Oct 24, 2005 1:39 pm

LoL Thx Alex I needed that

Beutiful finish on a lovley pipe Rad...visited your site you've got some very nice shapes going will be fun to see in real life sometime...

Best

Love
www.geigerpipes.com

RadDavis · Post by **RadDavis** » Mon Oct 24, 2005 4:24 pm

[/quote]Very nice technique followed up by a great staining job![quote]

Thanks, Stephen!!

As far as the Dremel bit, it's one of the ones that came with it. I have no idea about the number. It's the tiniest engraving bit they make, I think.

As far as "lightness of hand", you'll figure it out. It ain't rocket surgery.

Love, Thanks for your compliment!! I visit your site often, and I love your work!

Rad

marks · Post by **marks** » Mon Oct 24, 2005 6:26 pm

I got to see one of these in person at Richmond. Really cool finishing technique, and the pictures do not do it justice.

hlp808 · Post by **hlp808** » Thu Oct 27, 2005 11:33 pm

A very interesting rusticaton Rad.
Not only do I like the style, I also like the stain you put on that pipe because it makes the rustication even nicer. :thumb:

Jaden

RadDavis · Post by **RadDavis** » Thu Oct 27, 2005 11:43 pm

Thanks, Jaden!!

Where've you been?

Rad

hlp808 · Post by **hlp808** » Fri Oct 28, 2005 2:07 pm

I've been really busy finishing up some pipe for a local pipe shop over here in Hawaii. But I still log on here and read the threads.

Jaden[/quote]