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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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 …

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, …

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. …

Apr 25, 2025 · Hello all, First let me say I apologize if I am doing this incorrectly, I did read the tips and saw nothing saying not to just post asking for help so here goes. Location: Wabash County, Indiana …

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 …