Definition of terms

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fear of engraving: one of many common fears among corporate controlled societies where an individuals basic desire to proclaim and display their individuality becomes rare and unpopular. The art of Engraving once a common well established trade and form of free expression, still remains a symbol of a free society. Use it or lose it!

original marking restoration: to mark or remark an object (usually originally steel stamped) by use of Universal Engravers.

machine engraving: to mark an object by use of a rotating cutter that is part of a machine controlled manually or by computer.

diamond scratching: to mark an object by use of a non-rotating diamond cutter that is part of a machine controlled manually or by computer.

hand engraving: to mark an object by use of a hand held cutter controlled manually.

chemical and photo engraving or etching: to mark an object by use of a chemical acid controlled by a coating of resist or exposure to light.

laser engraving: to mark an object by use of a laser beam controlled by computer.

metal or steel stamping: to mark an object by use of a raised three-dimensional reverse engraved hardened steel stamp controlled by hand or machine.

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We do NOT do Hand, Chemical, or Laser Engraving and at present do not have any recommended sources.

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