Patrick Barker
375 posts
Aug 03, 2009
10:45 AM
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I am trying to emboss a harmonica but I don't have any of the tools I've seen used for it. Anyone know any common household items that are good for embossing?
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"Without music, life would be a mistake" -Nietzsche
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RyanMortos
244 posts
Aug 03, 2009
12:33 PM
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One recommended tool is a socket.
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~Ryan
Pennsylvania - H.A.R.P. (Harmonica Association 'Round Philly)
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tookatooka
344 posts
Aug 03, 2009
12:47 PM
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The rounded end of a teaspoon worked OK for me.
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When I'm not blowing, I'm drawing.
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Ray
55 posts
Aug 03, 2009
1:23 PM
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You can use a dime.
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tookatooka
347 posts
Aug 03, 2009
1:42 PM
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Isn't a sewing needle a bit difficult to hold while applying pressure?
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When I'm not blowing, I'm drawing.
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taiji
2 posts
Aug 03, 2009
2:02 PM
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It's OK with a little practice , You're just sliding with the needle for a few times one border of the reed hole and checking the result.
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Bluzdude46
111 posts
Aug 07, 2009
5:45 AM
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Disciple of Buddha.....7mm socket..there is no substitute. I just wish I could find a deep well socket that size
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KingoBad
61 posts
Aug 07, 2009
6:28 AM
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I like to use small rodents.
When that doesn't work, I use a socket.
I don't think I'd use a dime, the sides are not smooth.
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jonsparrow
746 posts
Aug 07, 2009
8:36 AM
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@ eddy
i tried that too, the ball at the end of a tuning fork. i didnt realy like it. maybe mine is too small cause i kinda felt like it was pushing it into the slot slightly. im not sure. i might just be paranoid.
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EddyLizard2
47 posts
Aug 07, 2009
10:30 AM
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Maybe tuning forks come in different sizes?
Reeds do. Anyway: My fork works for me.
I had read somewhere about glass cutters being great tools for this job...but THEY do not do it for me.
Just use what works for you. And don't worry about any paranoia.
Last Edited by on Aug 07, 2009 10:33 AM
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