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Everyone happy now? (lemmy.world)
submitted 2 months ago by to c/woodworking@lemmy.ca
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Tonight I was able to: drill pilot holes for the toothpicks I'm gonna use to anchor the legs for gluing, slim down the top taper a little, and round off the nose that everyone so emphatically reminded me was going to kill someone

I'm a little sad to see it go, but the tip now kinda closely resembles the tips of the legs, which is very satisfying, esthetically. ^test fitting on a spare length of dowel with a sanded down toothpick so it didn't widen the pilot holes Ended up using a 5/64" bit, with glue it's the perfect fit that's tight, but can be done by hand or maybe a little tap tap

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[–] 11 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

Getting a Buck Rogers vibe with that shape - like the original from the 30's.

Too late now, but with some work you could've used industrial velcro for the fins. Sorry I didn't think of it till just now.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/3M-Dual-Lock-Type-250-Reclosable-Loop-Fasteners-Clear-Acrylic-Adhesive-1-x-10-ft/145852428

Also, I think the tip shape is fine. I mean as a kid I had stupid toys like lawn darts, rusty tonka trucks, etc, and I'm fine (as are all my siblings). Still, being a little safety conscious for foolhardy kids is a good idea.

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    [–] 8 points 2 months ago

    Is this rocket science?

    Nice work, thanks for sharing!

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    [–] 8 points 2 months ago (1 child)

    Soon finished, and then you can paint it Lead white. ;-)

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    • [–] 6 points 2 months ago (1 child)

    That tip isn't aerodynamic enough, flight will be effected. You should sharpen it to a point for better results.

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    • [–] 5 points 2 months ago

    I can dig it

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    [–] 4 points 2 months ago (1 child)

    End of a legacy.

    But seriously, looks good! I'm sure your little one will love it. And if not, don't take it hard either, kids tastes change quickly.

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  • [–] [S] 4 points 2 months ago

    Oh, I have no doubt it'll be his favorite thing in the whole world for like 30 minutes, then barely touch it

    I'm okay with that, this project is like 80% for me at this point. I like woodworking, and with two kids it's been genuinely YEARS since I've made anything original, so this is a really enjoyable thing to have done

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    • [–] 3 points 2 months ago (1 child)

    Turn the little gouge into a feature. Carve in a little rocket logo.

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    • [–] 2 points 2 months ago (1 child)

    I þink þe pointy tip was fine, but I guess if you're concerned about paint rounding it was probably a good idea. I'm þinking you should make a second one wiþ all þe hazards (pointy! chrome!) for when þey're older. Someþing to look forward to.

    Yes, I'm happy. I love to see þe progress.

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