Apr 7, 2025 · Hi all, My name is Matt and I am new to the forum and new to the world of fossil hunting. I have collected a few over the past three visits I made to Dorset and now is the time to prep. I have a …

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 that are …

Jun 28, 2025 · Moved to Fossil Preparation. Have a look at this topic: and this one: Also, you might look into an Electric Engraver, such as the Dremel 290. A few places make special fossil prepping tips for …

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Jul 21, 2025 · Last night, I stayed up late, working under the light of a single flickering lamp, making something very special. Littered around me were a variety of small fossils, nails and needles, …

Jan 7, 2024 · I am thinking I can take my dremel with a cutting bit and remove the sheep petrous bone fairly easily by removing a surrounding section thru the skull cap along the blue line i've drawn. The …

Jul 27, 2025 · Similar Content Based on Tags What Dremel 290 attachments would be best for these fossils? By FrostyDay, Friday at 02:06 AM Mississippi prep (and 2 more) 5 replies 119 views …

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. …

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 everything …

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 main …