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Hey Kodec,As expected, milling such thin brass sheet turned out to be quite challenging. After some trial and error — and two broken bits along the way — it’s finally starting to look acceptable. First trial left side - last trial right side
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You’re right — that would definitely be an alternative. Hammering it out on an anvil with a rounded chisel is a very traditional approach, but it would take a lot of time, consistency, and quite a bit of skill to keep everything symmetrical and repeatable. In theory, the CNC should be easier and more predictable, especially for fine, repetitive details.Interesting, looking fine. Wouldn't it be simpler to hammer it out on an anvil with a rounded chisel?

I would try to laser cut it and then compare resultsAs expected, milling such thin brass sheet turned out to be quite challenging. After some trial and error — and two broken bits along the way — it’s finally starting to look acceptable. First trial left side - last trial right side
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I’d try laser-cutting and compare the results — sounds like a great test. I don’t own a cutter yet (maybe a Christmas present ). From what I’ve read, cutting brass with a laser is also not that easy. Suggestions?I would try to laser cut it and then compare results
