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   Steve50 | Jul 21, 2005 01:50am | #1

   I have a branding iron that was received as a gift years ago.  It is the type that you must heat with a torch.  I don't recommend this as it takes a long time to heat up.  I don't know about the electric heater versions.  I currently just sign and date my work instead of using the branding iron since it is much more personal.

   Steve

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   JoeG1 | Jul 21, 2005 08:56pm | #2

   Steve, what method / tools do you use to "sign" your work?   I am looking for a way to autograph and date my wood projects.  Most of which are in red oak.   I agree that an autograph would be more personal.

   Thanks, Steve.

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   Steve50 | Jul 22, 2005 05:11am | #3

   I have tried carving my signature with a Dremel type tool but it is awkward and often hard to read so I changed to just using a high quality drafting pen with black india ink.  Be careful when finishing particularly if you rub your finish on because the ink can bleed.  Try it out on a piece of scrap first and test with the finish you intend on using.  I am at the AAW Symposium now so I can't tell you what brand I am using but I think it is a Mars-Staedler fine point.  I have run across other makes that don't seem to work as well.

   Steve

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   Ricks503 | Jul 25, 2005 06:44pm | #4

   In looking at the various branding iron companies, I have seen a number whre you can have your signature made into a brand, also your company logo as well, (if you have one)1 - measure the board twice, 2 - cut it once, 3 - measure the space where it is supposed to go        4 - get a new board and go back to step 1

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   YesIWood | Aug 01, 2005 04:17pm | #5

   Rick,

     I use a Sharpie black marker to sign my work.  I have no problems with it wearing off while finishing.  I stain, sign, and finish.  I also place a "golden" dollar on all my work.  Then I know it's worth atleast a buck.  You should test on a scrap first, I did.

    

    

   Joe

   Is it really saw dust or wood dust?