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Old 06-17-2008, 09:47 PM
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Default Ok customizers

I am back for your help again, what tools will I need to make custom figs?
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Old 06-18-2008, 12:25 AM
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sharp exacto knives
super glue
lighter
sculpting clay

...and most importantly creativity
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Old 06-18-2008, 12:28 AM
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Default Here is a small list of things I use

Coach,

I like to do so many things and my tools is what speed my process up.
Here are some of my "Tricks to the Trade".

1. Exacto Knife (Home Depot) Utility Knife - used for making quick cuts to the plastic.

2. Bic lighters

3. Ice Water

4. Extreme Power Thick (Advanced Performance Instant Adhesive)

5. Zip and Kick Accelerator

6. Putty

7. Chewing Gum

8. Super Glue

9. Facial Hair

10. Pictures of athletes (usually on nflphotos.com or the nfl.com gallery)

11. Patience

12. Creative juices because once you start, it is an ADDICTION!

Reginald Rutledge
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Old 06-18-2008, 10:13 AM
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Nobody seems to use this tool but me but I think it is the best thing going for any cutting because of the minimal amount of material it actually removes.
Jewelers saw
Available on ebay. Here is one for example
http://cgi.ebay.com/JEWELERS-SAW-144...QQcmdZViewItem

I also like a pair of forceps for gripping tiny parts. http://images.cabelas.com/is/image/c...?$main-Medium$

Actually, dang near any dental or operating room instrument can be used in some way or another.
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Old 06-18-2008, 11:25 AM
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Default A Must Have

I have found that a hobby file is a great tool to use.

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Old 06-18-2008, 07:16 PM
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Default Thanks guys

I have another question, what about candle warmers? I have heard they are used but would like any opinion on how effective they are. Thanks again.
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