After the 'Rough-Cutting" outline with your Onglette #1 graver. The next step is to recut this same pattern deeper still. The reason is that your Onglette graver #2 needs to start the "Bright-Cutting" process.
These are my very own "G L" initials, as you can see for yourself how important the rough-cutting needs to be. All of the Bright Cutting is a skill that cannot be learned by reading one essay, it takes many years!!!
These two photos are of the same Pre-Cutting technique. There are no 'tricks' involved, just techniques. I, as a Diamond Setter, have chosen this skill and am anxious to teach it to YOU.
All of these 'metal carvings & cutting' must be done before any stone is set. I usually polish the metal even before any stone is put into the opening.
I prefer to cut a 'square pattern' to enhance the actual stone. This makes the 'circle' look like more stones are being set. When the beads are over each stone, then the 'square' appears to be all alone, agree?
This two-bead setting pattern even has a name to it. I was told it is named "French Setting", whatever the correct name is, it still looks nice to see.
I add a little flair to this engraving, by running my 'Milgrain Wheel' along the outside edge.
This one photo displays two versions of the cutting edge. On one side is just in a rough state and the other section is a completed "Bright-Cut" pattern.
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