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Offline Michi

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Re: Something Imperial
« Reply #15 on: November 20, 2009, 11:39:42 PM »
how do you manage make straight cuts with that machine! I've bought one but never got good results! :(

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Offline meninobesta

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Re: Something Imperial
« Reply #16 on: November 21, 2009, 11:08:40 AM »
... I tried to fool myself and though there was a simpler way  :?

...but I will practice!  :D

thanks :)
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Offline gamer Mac

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Re: Something Imperial
« Reply #17 on: November 21, 2009, 05:10:29 PM »
Try clamping a straight edge parallel to the line you want to cut and use it as a guide for the jig saw.
Also as Michi said take your time and let the saw do the work.

Offline Michi

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Re: Something Imperial
« Reply #18 on: November 21, 2009, 06:22:42 PM »
Finished it today and took it outside:




























Offline manic _miner

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Re: Something Imperial
« Reply #19 on: November 21, 2009, 06:28:19 PM »
 That is some very impressive stuff you have done.Liking the pictures outside.the addition of the Aliens and Pred's is good too.

Offline uti long smile

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Re: Something Imperial
« Reply #20 on: November 21, 2009, 10:36:30 PM »
Fantastic! That's why I love this Forum - always inspirational stuff being reported!

Thanks for the earlier tutorial too.
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Offline Cheeky Monkey

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Re: Something Imperial
« Reply #21 on: November 22, 2009, 01:36:48 AM »
I guess the landing pit is on Ratooine - yes? lol looks even better outside.
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Re: Something Imperial
« Reply #22 on: November 22, 2009, 05:41:11 PM »
Highly inspirational!!!
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Re: Something Imperial
« Reply #23 on: November 22, 2009, 09:24:11 PM »
Brilliant work - makes me want to dig out my Star Wars minis :)

 

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