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    Hi

    I'm an old dude. I like to carve spoons and make my own carving tools. I am also a big fan of shooting and making slingshots. I have recently gotten into collecting plastic (HDPE) bottles and such and melting it down into boards to make slingshots with, but I want to see what else I can think of to make with this recycled trash.
    I like to recycle stuff.

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    Hi Willie Boy - welcome to HomemadeTools.net

    Lots of fellow old dudes here.

    Very interesting material. If you haven't already, be sure to check out mr95gst's Milk Jug Hammer, and also this new entry: Machinable Wax by Jim Hannon.

    What's your recipe? 100% HDPE?

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    Hi Jon,
    Thanks for the warm welcome! I have already seen the milk jug hammer. Nice one.
    I use 100% HDPE for the basic board, but sometimes I use it in mixed-materials slingshots, using wood or metal, or flattened sections of pvc pipe.
    Getting ready to check out the machinable wax thread now.
    --Willie

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    Hi Willie,

    Welcome!

    Neat hobby - I think you're our first slingshot maker. If you've got any pics of your work (beyond your avatar), we'd love to see 'em!

    Ken



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