If you are left-handed, then this essay topic will be "What is a Left-Handed Graver"? If you are ambidextrous, then you could have TWO GRAVERS for each of your specific metal cuttings.
As I am right-handed, I'm only showing the right-sided modified Onglette tool in this essay.
The 'face' of the graver does not cut metal! It's the 'leading edge' that cuts the metal.
The actual shaping for the 'left' or 'right hand' can be designed & sharpened on the bench grinding wheel. Always keep a jar of cool water within hand reach. NEVER LET THE BLADE GET SOFT FROM (ANY) EXCESSIVE HEAT.
The left side is not to be used, so why is there any need to work on the shaping?
You can see the sparks being emitted from the grinding wheel. The slanted graver is held at a low angle, exposing the 'right side' for your metal cutting.
Here I am angling my Onglette graver to touch the grinding wheel at a very steep angle. This will prepare the angled 'face' to be hand polished (on polishing paper).
The left side has been literally 'removed' and is away from any casual cutting. I'm emphasising the right side for all of the metal cuttings.
This is the final photo on the graver face. In metal carving, the left side is not to be touched, or even thought of being used. BECAUSE IT ISN'T EVEN THERE ANYMORE!
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