Ready to buy

[Kmbzak]

Hi,
My wife and I are getting ready to buy the CarveWright unit. We enjoy working with wood projects and have been considering this unit for some time. We have gone through several dremal units but due to how long it takes to carve out items we were looking for an easier method. (due to our age and how steady our hand can be LOL). If anyone can help in giving some direction on what is needed to keep the price within reach. We like the idea of the signs and lettering, We have seen so many fantastic looking items that we are excited about owning one.
We also want to know how dependable this unit is and does this unit need to be put in the middle of the garage.

Thanks for your help
Ken

[chebytrk]

Hey Ken, Glad you're coming around to making some sawdust with us. First thing is to let us know where you reside and then we can see if we have a STARTU member close to you and they'll give you information and advice on your purchase. Again... WELCOME !

Hi,
My wife and I are getting ready to buy the CarveWright unit. We enjoy working with wood projects and have been considering this unit for some time. We have gone through several dremal units but due to how long it takes to carve out items we were looking for an easier method. (due to our age and how steady our hand can be LOL). If anyone can help in giving some direction on what is needed to keep the price within reach. We like the idea of the signs and lettering, We have seen so many fantastic looking items that we are excited about owning one.
We also want to know how dependable this unit is and does this unit need to be put in the middle of the garage.

Thanks for your help
Ken

[Kmbzak]

Thanks, We live in Show Low, AZ

[Old Salt]

Good advice.
You can go to the start you start u spot in the main menu and find a start U member close to you.
Gary

[Kmbzak]

Thanks I'll give it a try.
Ken

[fwharris]

Ken,

If you want to start out slow (keep with in a set price range and have a good basic system for doing signs and such) go with the basic system with the centerline and conforming vectors software. These two will give you lots of features to create great signs. Also look at joining the Project of the Month subscription, it is projects that are all set up for carving and will give you great instructions for doing so. It is also a great way of learning how project designs are set up.

The new C version machines have been very dependable if you learn the proper cleaning and lubrication and maintenance steps. As for how and where you set your system up is up to you and your space needs. Several have it set up on a normal work bench while others use a portable cart/bench.

Steve Nelson is the start u member in Arizona area (lot of other carvers there as well) and he will do a great job.

Best of luck and keep us posted!!

[mtylerfl]

Thanks, We live in Show Low, AZ

Ha! I am going to be in Show Low on Sunday the 23rd. My mom lives there and I'm spending the day with her before I leave for Winslow early Monday morning. Small world, eh?

[chebytrk]

Hey Ken,

Looks like you're in great luck! Michael Tyler is going to be right there in your neck of the woods. You should definitely try to set some time to see him if you guys can do it. Michael is one of our "Grand Poobah, Chuck Norris, Obiewon Kanobies of the Carvewright. Heck, I accidently bumped in to him and even got to shake his hand one time! LOL Maybe one day he'll even say "hi Jerry" to me! LOL

JK.... if you do get a chance, Michael can provide much information on the CW (along with the STARTU member that's in AZ as well). Get ready to ride the CW Crave Wave..... JerryB

Hi,
My wife and I are getting ready to buy the CarveWright unit. We enjoy working with wood projects and have been considering this unit for some time. We have gone through several dremal units but due to how long it takes to carve out items we were looking for an easier method. (due to our age and how steady our hand can be LOL). If anyone can help in giving some direction on what is needed to keep the price within reach. We like the idea of the signs and lettering, We have seen so many fantastic looking items that we are excited about owning one.
We also want to know how dependable this unit is and does this unit need to be put in the middle of the garage.

Thanks for your help
Ken

[cnsranch]

LOL Maybe one day he'll even say "hi Jerry" to me! LOL JerryB

Watch him, if you try and get him to give you an autograph, he'll charge you

[TerryT]

Welcome to the group Ken.