Engraving machine

nuchie11 · July 18, 2019, 04:15 PM

I am a 07/SOT looking to engrave serial numbers and logos on lower receivers. Does anyone know of an inexpensive machine that will meet ATF requirements.

Bill DeShivs · July 18, 2019, 06:20 PM

Any of the large New Hermes machines will work. Check Ebay.
They aren't inexpensive, but you probably can find one for less than $500.
You can also have stamps made, but they need to be used with the proper backing, so as not to bend your parts-as well as making the proper impression.

Dfariswheel · July 19, 2019, 07:10 PM

Be aware that a jeweler's or trophy shop pantograph engraver will not meet BATF standards.

These are made to literally scratch letters and numbers in softer metal like aluminum and brass plates with a carbide or diamond tip.
They will engrave letters and numbers into a stainless steel watch back but not deep enough.

I have no idea what a laser engraver costs, but they do meet BATF specs, and work really well with logos.

July 18, 2019, 04:15 PM	#1
nuchie11 Junior Member Join Date: July 18, 2019 Posts: 2	Engraving machine I am a 07/SOT looking to engrave serial numbers and logos on lower receivers. Does anyone know of an inexpensive machine that will meet ATF requirements.

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Bill DeShivs Senior Member Join Date: April 7, 2006 Posts: 10,980	Any of the large New Hermes machines will work. Check Ebay. They aren't inexpensive, but you probably can find one for less than $500. You can also have stamps made, but they need to be used with the proper backing, so as not to bend your parts-as well as making the proper impression. __________________ Bill DeShivs, Master Cutler www.billdeshivs.com

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July 19, 2019, 07:10 PM	#3
Dfariswheel Senior Member Join Date: May 4, 2001 Posts: 7,478	Be aware that a jeweler's or trophy shop pantograph engraver will not meet BATF standards. These are made to literally scratch letters and numbers in softer metal like aluminum and brass plates with a carbide or diamond tip. They will engrave letters and numbers into a stainless steel watch back but not deep enough. I have no idea what a laser engraver costs, but they do meet BATF specs, and work really well with logos.