On 05/11/2004 09:56 PM, "r cielec" <teaat4p@yahoo.com> wrote:
> I'd like to design, file & fret lugs not because I think I'll be any good at
> it but to acquire a hands-on perspective and appreciation of the craft.
> First step is the basics of becoming familiar with materials and tools.
>
> What is the compostion of lugs and what would be good "slugs" upon which to
> practice and develop a sympathy for the material?
Since most modern lugs are investment cast, try getting some of Kirk Pacenti's lugs ... They're already fancy, but have enough meat to them that they can really be individualized.
e-RICHIE might be able to come up with some Bocama or Prugnat lugs you could play with as well, if you want to fiddle with old pressed lugs.s
> What type of files and other tools? I assume assortment of Swiss files but,
> any exceptional I should have?
The framebuilders list might be a good placed to start ...
http://www.bikelist.org/
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