I was trying a draw a large circle for another project and needed a compass. I couldn't believe how cheap the ones were are the local box-marts. They all look like something out of a crackerjack box. where's the metal ones I used when I was a kid? Long story short..... I built one...... and I'm VERY happy with it. I'm going to build more. I put it on you tube to help some other poor sucker out. Check it out and let me know what you think.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k5Z7Tox39GM
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02-07-2012, 07:46 PM #1
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HOMEMADE compass for drawing circles
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02-08-2012, 05:04 PM #2
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it looks good , handy to use and very ease to do.
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02-08-2012, 05:24 PM #3
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you know what they say about the mother of all invention, lol way to go bro thats using your noggin, its practical and durable i love it. i'll have to make me one now
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02-08-2012, 09:39 PM #4
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great idea ..thanks
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02-09-2012, 05:26 AM #5
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I like it thanks for sharing.
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02-24-2012, 03:08 PM #6
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Thanks i'm making some at different sizes
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02-25-2012, 12:46 PM #7
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I particularly like the ability to use whatever ya want to mark with. Pencil, sharpie, soap stone, whatever. Nice.
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02-25-2012, 01:26 PM #8
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I like it. The only thing i would change would be a welded on clamp with a thumb screw where the vise grips are. Old 1/4" Drill bits sharpened to a sharp point make great scribers. Chuck them in a drill and polish to a point with a sanding disc...Bob
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02-26-2012, 09:36 PM #9
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Thanks for the idea. Will make a great little project
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07-05-2012, 06:19 PM #10
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An excellent design and a big improvement on what can be purchased in the
average shop.
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