
Right tools? - Fossil Preparation - The Fossil Forum
Jul 28, 2024 · Some very good work has been done with Dremel tools, but it really depends on the fossils you are finding. Some of us use very expensive air-compressor powered fine tools …
Newbie Prepper - Fossil Preparation - The Fossil Forum
Aug 13, 2019 · A micro dremel, (electric, which was much quieter than the pneumatic one) with numerous bits. A respirator Small shop vac, with various small attachments. An air-line bridge, …
Fossil Preparation - The Fossil Forum
Apr 25, 2024 · Tools and techniques
A Ghost Shrimp Claw (Yet Again) - Fossil Preparation - The Fossil …
Apr 3, 2022 · I've been on a ghost shrimp claw kick lately, working through the concretions that I collected over Presidents Day weekend (February 21st for all you non-Americans). This one …
Mystery Vertebra in Mississippi - Fossil ID - The Fossil Forum
Jun 28, 2025 · Found in clay stream-bed in Prentiss County Mississippi (NE, MS). Area has lots of ancient fossilized oyster shells as well. Almost certainly a vertebra of some unknown animal. …
Question about preparation tools - Fossil Preparation - The Fossil …
Nov 24, 2023 · Hi! Welcome to the wonderful world of fossil preparation! I have used and continue to use the Dremel 290 and a couple of knockoff brand vibrating engravers. I have prepped …
Suspected Crab Concretion - Page 2 - Fossil Preparation - The …
Feb 15, 2024 · The Dremel is an electric micro jack hammer. The air scribes, depending on the model, are the same principle tools but way more efficient, powerful and expensive. One of the …
Dino tooth? - Fossil ID - The Fossil Forum
Apr 9, 2025 · Similar Content Based on Tags What Dremel 290 attachments would be best for these fossils? By FrostyDay, Yesterday at 02:06 AM Mississippi prep (and 2 more) 5 replies …
Curing and Cleaning Gourds for Crafts - Dave's Garden
Nov 12, 2008 · Curing and cleaning gourds for craftwork is easy if you follow a few basic steps. Whether you want to make a birdhouse, a painted Santa Claus, a container, or etch one with a …
Sharpening Tool Bits - Fossil Preparation - The Fossil Forum
Feb 16, 2018 · I use similar ones as RB shows. And diamond wheels on a Dremel for bigger carbide tips (PaleoTools tips).