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Segmented Opener and Magnifier Instructions |  |
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| KIT FEATURES • 24 Karat gold plated components with epoxy coating • 3 segmented sections with 2 matching connectors for an exotic look • 2-1/2" diameter ground glass lens (5X) magnifier, 6-1/2" long • 3-1/2" heavy duty letter opener blade • Both products designed to match as a set • Use Steebar display case #PK-1145 for presentation |
REQUIRED ACCESSORIES • 7-mm long mandrel • 7-mm bushings #PK-1259 • 7-mm drill bit #PK-1173 • 7-mm barrel trimmer • 2 part epoxy glue, polyurethane or SG-THICK super glue |
Diagram A - Magnifier Parts |
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| PREPARING THE BLANKS Cut three blanks 5/8" to 3/4" (or larger, depending on your design) to the length of the brass tubes. Add 1/16" to the length for trimming off. Drill a 7-mm center hole through each blank. Spread glue over the brass tube insert into the blanks with a twisting motion to spread the glue evenly inside. When the glue dries, square the end of each blank using a barrel trimmer. |
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Diagram C - Turning the Blanks |
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| TURNING THE BLANKS Place three or four spacer bushings onto the mandrel shaft. Insert one of the blanks over the shaft; follow with a 7-mm bushing. Insert a second blank, follow by another 7-mm bushing and a third blank also followed by a 7-mm bushing. Fill the gap with spacers. Thread the lock nut hand tight. |
Bring the tailstock snug against the mandrel shaft. Lock in place (Do not over tighten, it may damage the mandrel) now, tighten the lock nut. Draw a design or a profile for turning the handle. Use lathe tools to turn the wood down to size. Use a caliper to determine the diameter. Sand the wood and finish with friction polish or use a clear hi-gloss project finish off the lathe. |
Diagram D / Magnifier Assembly Diagram E / Letter Opener Assembly |
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| ASSEMBLY • Line up finished parts according to diagram ‘D’ or ‘E’ |
To assemble finished parts use a pen press
or a vise. |
Both Products
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