Saw a drafting team in Omaha still using vellum for final plans

They said it's about the feel and permanence, but I think it's a waste of time when we have archival digital prints. Anyone still doing this?

Spent $400 on a Kwikprint and it was a total waste for my work

Everyone says you need a hot foil stamping machine for professional finishing, so I bought a used Kwikprint last year. For the small run, custom journals I make, the setup time and material cost just don't make sense compared to quality foil pens and a steady hand. I've used it maybe three times and it mostly collects dust. Does anyone else find these machines are overkill for one-person shops?

Hot take: Photo logs for every job are a game changer

I used to think notes were enough for my gunsmithing jobs. After a mix-up with a client's firearm, I began taking pictures at each step. How do you all track your work to avoid mistakes?

Showing a rookie the ropes brought back memories of old school dredging

I was training a new operator last month, and he kept staring at the digital readouts. It reminded me of when we used to rely on marked poles and gut instinct to find the channel. Those methods were slower, but you felt more connected to the job, in my opinion. Do any of you folks think the trade has lost something with all the automation, or is it just progress?

Last week, I brought my home roast to a friend's BBQ. Half the people asked for seconds, half quietly poured it out. Now I'm torn between roasting for others or for myself. What do you think?