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Shark earning it's keep.
Posted: Mon Aug 08, 2011 8:13 pm
by flytrader
Hey happy shark owners,
I have a question...
Are there any shark owners making a profit on their sharks?
If so what are some examples?
Ed
Re: Shark earning it's keep.
Posted: Fri Aug 12, 2011 9:01 pm
by sharkie
Not saying the machine has completely paid for itself, but I certainly am enjoying making a little money now and then. Seems the fun part is not just watching the router do it's work, but the real enjoyment for me is the design. This Vetric V carve software is absolutely incredible; and I haven't gotten into the 3D stuff yet with the other programs. Have to make a few more clocks to afford that!
Dennis
Re: Shark earning it's keep.
Posted: Fri Aug 12, 2011 10:19 pm
by GARYR6
Mind paid for its self via signs and odd and ends.
Re: Shark earning it's keep.
Posted: Tue Aug 16, 2011 8:33 am
by Ausworkshop
Nice Clock! Whats the size of it? That looks like nice fine engraving. Can I ask what bit you use to do that? Is it a 60degree Vbit? Do you paint the letters black with spray paint then sand/plane the surface?
Regards
Andrew
Re: Shark earning it's keep.
Posted: Tue Aug 16, 2011 7:36 pm
by jeb2cav
I'm sure I could've paid for it by now and more if I was willing to run it more often on a wider variety of things. Even at the pace I'm going though, it'll be paid for within the first year.
Re: Shark earning it's keep.
Posted: Tue Aug 16, 2011 10:54 pm
by Jack
I have had a good bit of business with my Shark. I make small items that I sell on Ebay and 3 other sites, that with some custom signs keeps my spare time occupied and me out of trouble. I try to keep it simple and I have already paid for my Shark
Re: Shark earning it's keep.
Posted: Fri Aug 19, 2011 4:21 pm
by sharkie
Andrew,
I usually use the Rockler 19/32" 60 degree bit on oak that is at least 3/4" thick. You have to be carefull with that bit when you carve designs or it will go through the wood. I spray or brush the paint then belt sand and stain, then tongue oil over everything. The coins are in a pocket and just pressed in.