Curved Burnisher With Handle

Description

Burnishers are a incredibly versatile tool that can be used for numerous techniques.

It is used for creating shine, contrast to matte finishes by highlighting edges especially of pierced work and to work harden metal wire, brooch pins or earing hooks.

In engraving, a curved burnisher is used to burnish over slips of the graver by pushing a small amount of metal into the Scratch, so disguising the error.

A tapered tool, oval in cross-section, made from a har polished metal without integral handle.

The tool should be kept lubricated and well oiled so it can work to its full potencial. The tool should be kept polished (otherwise the finish will be impaired).

Dimensions;

• Length: 155mm
• Blade Length: 50mm

Other burnishers are available;

• Curved -(with handle)
• Straight -(with handle)
• 3″ Straight –
• 5″ Straight -(with handle)

Catalogue Page Number p496