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Purple Heart, Medal of Honour
Feb 08, 2009
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This replica scales seven-times the original size medal. It was carved from one solid piece of PurpleHeart hardwood. This exotic wood undergoes a degree of color change over time. It begins with a dull brown when freshly cut, carved, or sanded. Within a few days it oxidizes to a violet purple. It is found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
I hand carved this replica, for a war veteran. It has three layers of 23 carat gold leaf on the back and front. It also has 5 coats of clear polyurethane. The actual size of the carving is 1 3/4″ thick x 7 1/2″ wide x 16″ long.
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Wow Dennis, this is very special. Carving purpleheart couldnt have been easy. Did you use power carving tools or chisels?
Hi Kmack, Thank you for you kind words. I only carve by hand. I have 60 carving knifes,I use "Pfeil" a swiss made carving gouges. And I sharpen my knifes on a "Tormek water cooled sharping system.
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