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^ It's true. Most finishes are flatted with silica, which scatters the light. That reduces specular reflection (and thus the shine), and the silica isn't clear. I do the same thing with clear and a final coat of satin.

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Not going to ask what you paid, but if you paid less than the current prices for tools in an equivalent shape, you did well!...

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Here's a nice, accurate article about Pfeil carving tools. Even though it's not about Millers Falls, a lot of what is said there will apply to any carving tools you may buy. https://tinyworkshops.com/pfeil-carv...cutting-tools/

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Beauty being in the eye of the beholder, I'm sure that someone already thinks it's beautiful. That is one nice bit of work, in any event.

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Yes, that's really cool!

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I believe it. I made a batch of easels for the art class at our local senior center. If I ever do another batch, they will be unfinished. Sanding and two coats of shellac were easily 3/4 of the labor.

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Still being able to carve is a big plus! Be sure and show your results....

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Lifelike. Well done!

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In the metal machining industry, the concept of "surface feet per minute" applies. With metal, the parameters of the speed and amount of material removed are well established. Maybe there is a place on the internet that covers that for wood, but I seriously doubt it, so you'll have to determine...