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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: Thousands of homemade tool plans

    Started by Jon, Feb 26, 2020 01:29 PM
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  1. Simple branding iron - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 24, 2020 03:56 PM
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  2. WWI pack horse carrying machine gun - photo

    Started by Altair, Dec 22, 2020 09:27 PM
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  3. A simple, quiet door closer

    Started by CharlesWaugh, Dec 23, 2020 08:32 PM
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  4. 1690 combination flintlock pistol and dagger - photos

    Started by Jon, Dec 23, 2020 04:21 PM
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  5. Thawing heavy equipment - GIFs

    Started by Jon, Dec 23, 2020 04:15 PM
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  6. Graver and template set - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 24, 2020 02:40 PM
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  7. How an edible Christmas tree decoration is made - GIF

    Started by Jon, Dec 24, 2020 02:03 PM
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  8. Hot cut chisel - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 11, 2020 03:54 PM
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  9. autostop brushes in Hitachi Angle Grinder

    Started by desbromilow, Dec 23, 2020 11:24 PM
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  10. repair of 1/2" breaker bar tool

    Started by desbromilow, Dec 23, 2020 11:55 PM
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  11. Cutting rocks - GIFs

    Started by Jon, Dec 23, 2020 04:17 PM
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  12. Interaction of coils in cross-over networks

    Started by rendoman, Dec 23, 2020 09:30 PM
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  13. Escalator repair rig - photo

    Started by Altair, Dec 23, 2020 09:27 PM
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  14. Nano sculptures - photos

    Started by Altair, Dec 23, 2020 08:13 PM
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  15. Large cable sheath stripping pliers - GIF

    Started by Jon, Dec 19, 2020 03:43 PM
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  16. Breaking chain locks using a Halligan bar - GIF

    Started by Altair, Dec 18, 2020 04:42 PM
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  17. Knurling tool - video

    Started by Jon, Dec 23, 2020 04:49 PM
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  18. Rotating a cable-stayed bridge into position - GIF

    Started by Altair, Dec 23, 2020 04:42 PM
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  19. Vintage hydrant flow gauge - photo

    Started by Altair, Dec 22, 2020 10:51 PM
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