Kathe,
I'm sorry to hear about your husband's passing. My condolences.
Ratios represent the size of an engraved character, based on the size of your mastercopy (brass type or logo/design template).
As an example, using a 5/8" piece of type, engraved at a 5:1 ratio (5/8 divided by 5), your finished letter height will be 1/8" inch high.
Ratio settings on both sliders need to be set to the same number. Nothing tricky about it.
I'm happy to answer any more questions you may have, or actually do some of the pantograph work, if you get overwhelmed.
There may be someone closer to you, who may also be able to help you over the hump.
Edit: We have an "Employment Opportunites" folder. You may want to put the word out that you're seeking someone to run the business. David "The Stunt Engraver" Lavaneri
DGL Engraving
Port Hueneme, CA |