I've been in the market for a dapping set. The question that plagued me for months is which one should I buy? I want quality but how much am I willing to pay for it?
Well, Rio Grande has a set from Durston for $225.00. That is the Cadillac of dapping blocks. They also carry a set from India for $75.00. How different can they be? I really could not tell you and believe me I tried to figure it out. I even asked Rio but they were not able to give me a straight answer.
*sigh*
I really needed a dapping set so I made a decision. I ran out to Harbor Freight and bought whatever dapping block set they had.
Introducing...
After a VERY kind gentlemen gave me his 20% coupon I paid $36.00 for this BABY. Not a bad investment and I had decided ahead of time that what ever the outcome it would be alright.
Well, Rio Grande has a set from Durston for $225.00. That is the Cadillac of dapping blocks. They also carry a set from India for $75.00. How different can they be? I really could not tell you and believe me I tried to figure it out. I even asked Rio but they were not able to give me a straight answer.
*sigh*
I really needed a dapping set so I made a decision. I ran out to Harbor Freight and bought whatever dapping block set they had.
Introducing...
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| My first dapping set. |
I bought a reasonably priced set and got beautiful results! This doesn't always happen but when it does it's Maarrvelous Darling! I really can't tell the difference between these and the ones I used in my metalsmithing class.
I hope this helps anyone out there who is having a hard time deciding what dapping blocks to purchase.
Yay! It's almost Friday. Happy Holidays everyone!!!
Namaste
Kalaya
Kalaya
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