Shaping nails with dremel

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hkrauss2

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Shaping nails with dremel

OK - granted, I might be crazy and will surely post a follow up if I lose a finger but...I've been shaping my nails lately with a dremel and I'm finally getting a nail shape I like (consistantly). This would probably only apply to those who shape them straight across at a slight angle. Prior to this I was using the 400 grit wrapped around the string method to get the basic line and then follow up with the file (always filing in the same direction - not sure why but does make a difference).

Anyway - Now I use the stone grinder attachment of the dremel at the lowest speed. I hold the dremel still with one hand and very carefully put the nail against the spinning stone (spinning in a direction so it comes up from the bottom of the nail). After I get the shape and length I want I follow up with the usual 800 grit silicon carbide paper for smoothing the egdes.

Just an idea from someone who has struggled with nail shape since I started playing.

Best,
Hans

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jul. 10 2011 19:29:06

turnermoran

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RE: Shaping nails with dremel (in reply to hkrauss2)

This may be the best post on nails EVER.

Are you using any product on the nails to strengthen them? Perhaps something applied with a blowtorch?

Hans, you may be blazing a new trail for all to follow!

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jul. 11 2011 6:09:12

Elie

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RE: Shaping nails with dremel (in reply to hkrauss2)

quote:

This may be the best post on nails EVER.

ha...... I totally agree

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jul. 11 2011 6:16:27

edguerin

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RE: Shaping nails with dremel (in reply to hkrauss2)

What else is this?

PS: your name wouldn't perchance be Edward Scissorhands, would it

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jul. 11 2011 7:56:45

Yojimbo

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RE: Shaping nails with dremel (in reply to edguerin)

I wanted to find a better way to shave.

It was taking so long and I had so much stubble that I decided to try out a scythe. So fast - a couple of swipes and I had baby smooth skin. It was such an improvement, until that one fateful day when it slipped and I cut my head off.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jul. 11 2011 12:09:24

rombsix

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RE: Shaping nails with dremel (in reply to Yojimbo)

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until that one fateful day when it slipped and I cut my head off.

So you're a headless guitarist now?

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jul. 11 2011 12:19:06

Morante

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RE: Shaping nails with dremel (in reply to rombsix)

Steinberger

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jul. 11 2011 13:17:40

Harry

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RE: Shaping nails with dremel (in reply to Yojimbo)

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I wanted to find a better way to shave.

It was taking so long and I had so much stubble that I decided to try out a scythe.

Yes well I comb my hair with a rake you see.

I think my friend that you get the picture. Don't do this man! Find a safer way! hehe

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jul. 11 2011 18:24:39

hkrauss2

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RE: Shaping nails with dremel (in reply to hkrauss2)

Go easy on me - I'm sensitive.

I agree it sounds crazy. My main problem over the years is not nail strength, my nails are pretty strong (maybe that's why power tools are needed) but rather getting a truly straight line consistantly using a file. My dremel does have a very slow speed and the stone grinder is not much more abrasive than a diamond deb file (granted I think those are a little too abrasive). I actually have to apply some pressure to get it to file down the nail and there's no pain if it rubs against the pad of the finger.

I'll post a video of it when the tip of my finger grows back....uh I mean when I have time. You'll see it's not that crazy (still a little crazy though).

Now I'm going to talk with my therapist and maybe have a good cry.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jul. 11 2011 18:45:44