What is punchcutting?
Boxing technique
Cutting fruit punches
Metal type crafting
Leather stamping
Answer
Punchcutting is the art of creating metal dies for use in letterpress printing. The process involves cutting intricate designs, including letters, numbers, and symbols, into hardened steel blocks using specialized tools. These dies are then used to apply pressure to paper, resulting in sharp and precise impressions.
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