Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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It's all about "controlling your slips" in hand-engraving, an art form that relies on a sharpened piece of steel with a wood handle and a steady hand. Adam Savage, who never tries of new-skill acquisition, makes his first attempt under the tutelage of Marlen Hazel of @hazel.handengraving, and his results are probably not what you'd expect of Adam Savage.

Traditional Hand Engraving Is Even Harder Than You Think: youtu.be/yH3MtWln2Og
Follow Marlen on Instagram: instagram.com/hazel.handengraving
Watch Marlen on YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCBFCgE7XhqKj5lu3lb3vyjw
How to Hold A Graver + Making First Cuts: youtube.com/watch?v=0_kc0xvhd3k
Ep 1 Beginner’s Guide to Traditional Hand Engraving: Starting From Zero: youtube.com/watch?v=3sFTaoHeJgE
Wintergatan - Marble Machine: youtube.com/watch?v=IvUU8joBb1Q

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