HOW TO MAKE A BOARD CUT CATAPULT / SLINGSHOT WITH SIMPLE TOOLS

www.gamekeeper-catapults.co.uk

[@theunsainted3422]

Chief, I know this is a 6 year old video I stumbled upon by accident, but seriously, thank you sir 🤙 These are the exact tools I use (I've started building catty frames maybe a month ago) and a simple how to is what I haven't found. Tiny bit of background, Aussie, truck driver, over the rat race and love working with timber with a bit of a thing for projectiles 🤣 This video mate was straight to the point, informative and it's going to help me improve on what I'm doing now. Take a bow sir 👍

[@TheGreatest1974]

Good comment. I’ve just started getting back into catty’s at 53 yrs old, had them years ago but it was the black widow type, and could never get accurate with them. But these new flat bands are brilliant. I’m going to try this method out as well. It looks amazingly satisfying work too. 👍🇬🇧

[@MichaelWinesburg]

Thankyou

[@ggcmtv217]

Love it how you sell your catapults and you show people that haven't got money to buy one how to make it . Spread the catapult love .

[@Scotland2306]

I got into slingshots at the start of lockdown. Very glad to have picked up two frames from you before you retired. Thanks for the tips and tricks. Enjoy the fishing big fella 👍🏼

[@BurningtunaDC]

So glad I came across your video. I ordered a slingshot and wondered about the possibility of making my own. I build balsa, paper, and plastic planes so I am a hobby guy. I was researching buying a used band or scroll saw and after seeing your video I now know that I can build a slingshot with the jig saw and Dremel that I already have. Thank you!!

[@TheGreatest1974]

God I can’t believe how quickly you made that superb catty. Definitely trying this out. 👍🇬🇧

[@crusty3260]

John you are the best ambassador in the slingshot world. Truly, world-class. Thank you for everything you do!

[@dogmandoug1715]

Another Great video by the catapult king. You’ve really helped me out over the years Pal, top lad 👍🏻

[@moonbear1st]

nice how to video, i would add wear a mask even a paper one, there was no warnings in my younger days and my lungs are buggered up now and never smoked either, keep them coming john you put it across so well..

[@desertrainfrog1691]

Shortness of breath or worse?

[@awaitingthetrumpetcall4529]

It's not often I can look at a video and actually smile. I've got a jig saw and a Dremel. Thanks.

[@adventureswithcrystal]

I used your technique today and it worked perfectly!! Thank you

[@salemswagger]

been shooting wire frames and tubes for ever and just got some theraband on the wire frames and have two wooden slingshots in the works (one was done and finished but the band groves were too shallow so the varnish had to be re doneafter some reshaping) I only used a circular saw drill and rasp to do the rough work and a knife some mini metal files and some 100-200 grit sand paper to smooth it I'm really happy with the custom shape that came from digging it out of a board with just some rough marks to guide me. thanks for the inspiration I took a lot from your designs while sketching and carving and will use your dremel technique on the other one that is mostly still a block of wood.

[@Briansawilddowner]

Several months ago I actually bought a Dremel and a jigsaw with the intent of trying to make some of my own slingshots and spanking paddles. After I got them though I realized I didn’t know how to go about using them, got discouraged and never bothered. Now that I actually have an idea of how to go about doing it i might give it a shot.

[@kevmar9588]

A quality slingshot is born,right there and thn.I'd love one of these thay look the best.I'll put one on my christmas list lol.Fantastic to see.

[@Oooo-bi7bi]

I’ve got a panel saw and a dremel. I think I should be able to manage. Want to have a go at the hobby I haven’t done since the late eighties . But looking at the prices for a piece of moulded plastic. I’m not as keen Think I’ll get a free one. Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge and upload this helpful video.

[@camohoj]

I know you say it's easy but you are very skilful and make it look so, great vid and I will have a go. Thanks.

[@hullpestcontrol9162]

Awesome matey, I have a few sheets of 26mm pop ply in my garage should make a great sling shot ...

[@pebbleshooter3807]

You're clearly used to making loads of these, John...very efficient! Besides a jigsaw and a spade drill for the "pinkie" holes, I use a hand rasp and file to shape my birch plywood slingshots (takes a bit of practice), and 120 to 300 grit sandpaper to finish off: I would definitely advise wearing a protective breathing mask (M-3 brand) against the fine dust composed of glue and wood during the entire processing stage: this stuff is really bad for your lungs. I usually paint two coats of wood sealant for the final touch, but polyurethane is probably a better choice in the long run - I don't know.

[@garybeckner2991]

Thanks John, I have one of those, so will want to try this for sure.

[@markus4965]

Thank you so much for the vid! Greeting from Germany

Hello John, I'm from Vietnam, I really like your design, please can I use your design to create a slingshot?

[@Bonedeflector]

This is the most polite KZbin comment

[@chickenlousy4021]

ur a nice man

[@hardy5288]

Great stuff John lad .as always.

[@ANTIPLANETRECORDS]

Anyone know what kind of wood he uses? Idk what kind of wood blanks to get or how thick they should be? Is the final rough sandings done by hand? Awesome video can’t wait to try

[@davidglasperify]

Maximum respect. Great video. How to make the palmswell ones would be good.

[@mikemiles3068]

Great video👍❗️

[@MikeyTheEagle]

thats a beatiful board where do you get it mate?

[@MrScooterdude2]

Sweet job . Thanks 🇨🇦👍

[@MrGizmoto]

great skills mate

[@kicknadeadcat]

I use an electric handheld sander turn upside down and clamp it in a vise for the edges. Works great. Then the Drexel for the intricate shapes.

[@djalmaflobo]

TOP DEMAIS SEU CANAL . PAARABÉNS .

[@loganflatters9506]

I just wish I could have one of your catapults I'm really good l9l

[@loganflatters9506]

Didnt mean to put 191

[@otiswright2893]

Nice job ..

[@tedparker2164]

Very nice John! But you should warn people to use a dust mask doing all the Dremmel work. Sawdust in the lungs is really bad especially when paired with the dried adhesives from the laminations. I had a friend die from this and it's a cheap fix. Thank you! Great video!

[@desertrainfrog1691]

He died from woodworking? It must've been a long time of abuse ?

[@tedparker2164]

@@desertrainfrog1691 Not necessarily. I used to lecture wood carving clubs around my state here about wood toxins in hardwoods like walnut wood, etc. A lot of trees make toxins to fight off insect attacks that occur in cycles, but they fine sawdust that hangs in the air for awhile after you power sand can go deep into your lungs. Why die early if you needn't.

[@desertrainfrog1691]

@@tedparker2164 what about hand sanding? I usually wear a 3m N95, so not the best protection I don't ever use machine sanders.

[@tedparker2164]

@@desertrainfrog1691 Hand asnding is negligible, power sanders are the devil with dust.

[@desertrainfrog1691]

@@tedparker2164 Thanks for the info. I try to be safe, usually I just do any kind of hand sanding outside and then I know it's good. With metal, same story. If it's inside with aggressive sandpaper/rasp on wood/or file on metal, I'll use a mask of some kind. If it's fiberglass, G-10, or micarta, respirator regardless. (And ideally not in the garage, but outside.) Good to know that hand sanding is low risk.

[@byranpollard6927]

Ez john wat sort of bit do you have in the dremel please mate..?

[@Foxfire-traditional]

Really nice work. Cheers!

[@10percent_for_the_big_guy]

looks good! can you do a how to on a TTF with a palm swell, cheers

[@GuysLightburnLaserGuides]

Matt Herridge Good shout bro🖒

[@tomhughes9395]

Good job 👍🏻

[@MrKnutsford]

Thank you 👍. Very informative

[@st.claircounty2685]

hey John! When will you be offering the aluminum models again? Thinking of getting one.

[@ricogorman91]

Could you please send me any of your catapults please really like what your doing and love to be able to do it myself keep up the good vids

[@gowersponger1]

Great vid pal 👍 looks awesome

[@gavinmuir1170]

Hi there! Thanks for the video! I want to start making Cattys here in South Africa. Have you any dimensions for the template, please?

[@whitecompany18]

Tidy job mate nice one

[@lukasfurdui8256]

Hello John. How thick is the plywood your using in the video?

[@davidclarke4040]

hi nice one mate

[@slingshot93f]

Rất tuyệt vời 👍

[@wolfy1]

Well how do you put the bands on??

[@yawza1983]

What kind of wood did you use in making sling shot frame

[@carlbarnes3534]

Does it have to be ply? Or any old board?

[@renielchristian6849]

Hello sir , what's the name of the wood you use to make your catapult ?

[@hailminizam7648]

Hi john..what kind of board do you use?

[@boombox2a]

Hi. Is it normal and is there a way to avoid splintering or separation of the top layer or lifting it up when filing or rasping the edges of the slingshot? Thank you ver much.

[@Xombigod]

what kind of plywood thickness is it?

[@VALIANTTHOR383]

That is outstanding

[@curtiscummins7482]

Good job

[@MrBryndog]

What thickness is the board you are using here mate? Ta.

[@FamasFTW98]

what speed do you use on the dremel when rounding the edes and putting on the band grooves

[@daltonjones4712]

FamasFTW98 depends on the Dremel and how long you want your sanding drums to last I believe I have the 3000 Dremel and I'd run somewhere around 5 or 6

[@lukeswartz9497]

Hi John can you get pdf files for you slinshots to make exact copies or not?

[@zmanpianoman]

Nice job John. What are the dimentions? Height, width at top and opening width. Thanks.

[@GTA_500]

is that 18mm birch plywood?

[@andreloos7843]

arre all catapults handmade?

[@vickzy-fn]

How thick is the board

[@IkaBsTarot]

What if we put tube band on this catapult ? Is that dangerious for catapult ? I mean is it break ?

[@DailyDozeOfMind]

How thick is your sheets of multiplex

[@GTA_500]

How many layers does your plywood have ?

[@ВладимирАбросимов-и4я]

😉👍👍👍

[@bobdobalina2862]

Nice

[@billyeastwood7919]

Hi john what's the name of that frame and is it on your website

[@patlamputt8965]

amazing..

[@jackrichards5429]

how do you come up with your designs?

[@aaronallred5499]

what speed do you run your Dremel on?

[@razecalvinscbrr4677]

You attacet the bands to the slingshot pl reply

[@themadscientest]

you have any patters for fair use?

[@loganflatters9506]

What wood is it ?

[@coreystanton6327]

What wood do you use please

[@slimecrime29]

FISRT

[@pietjepuk6082]

nice vid, where can i find a template for this catapult?

[@rubenibanez8967]

Where did you get the plywood

[@johnjbalthazar]

What wood is this? What kind of plywood is?

[@robblackburn5890]

John Balthazar birch

[@johnjbalthazar]

Seem to me plywood maritime!

[@nicholashoffmann7999]

Where did you get the templates for your slingshots

[@paulbenevidez8921]

how much for a catapult in American dollars will you sell one for??

[@adrianpreda7464]

Please odds or how to make some template for future catapult, thank you.

[@clairerozario7442]

I fancy giving it a go. Anyone know the thickness of ply should I buy?{[mm please]

[@titahibayflier3160]

18mm

[@michaelchapman1004]

I know what I'm doing tomorrow

[@nareshthakur484]

Sar your state price please sir

[@finn_oconnor6267]

How could you do the curving without a dremel

[@Lord_RavnFar_Tannerwise]

oneway_finn wood rasp, half round double cut files sand paper and LOTS of free time and patients

[@tanboi1105]

what wood to use. plywood?

[@robblackburn5890]

Lucas Tan birch plywood

[@tobybeswick36]

what grade of Birch should I be searching for?

[@davidjohnston1971]

Plywood in the States, multiplex in U.K. and Europe, same thing really. You want top grade, mostly heard it referred to as Baltic Birch in U.K./Eur. in the states it's cabinet grade plywood. You'll probably have to look for it at better lumberyards or specialty wood mills. Not likely you'll find the quality at your local home center. Lower grades of plywood will have voids in the middle layers. These may not show until you shape your cattie. The voids can lead to weak spots, especially in your thinner, narrower sections, this could lead to catastrophic failure, at worst, unsightly at best. If your just looking for something to get a taste of making your own. You might look for HDPE cutting boards. Look for ones in the thicker range, 1/2 inch or better. You could also glue up thicker sections with 2 part epoxy and some clamps. HDPE is an easily worked plastic, holds up well and makes a great cattie. You may find it's better to work with hand tools rather than power tools. If it gets to hot it tends to melt, although if you keep moving and not overwork any one spot this can be avoided. This is also a good choice for making proto types before making in the more expensive plywood. Check in local thrift shops or second hand stores, as cutting boards often turn up.

[@gianleegeraldo9314]

flywood🎅👼

[@HafizUrRahman-jv4ic]

@@robblackburn5890 onjjjjh

[@chasewinters7050]

I need this template.

[@kaparianos]

Hello ... I can find the plan

[@sonnytran4297]

Do you sell these

[@TCxMTR]

Can you provide me Printable template of all the slingshot 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@makeorbreak8913]

same

[@THEPAINOFITALL]

Do you have a template please🤓

[@SonNguyen-si7pe]

Ok

[@tomjebGaming]

what is the template called

[@saidnawab6299]

Template links pliz

[@a_real_jive_turkey7772]

I feel like the people who ask how to cut a slingshot from a board have no intention of ever actually doing it. They want one but not enough to do it themselves

[@АлександрДобржанский-в7х]

Ж даже

[@alexsud8509]

e comprati una fresa

[@rickydogs5463]

Good job

[@tobybeswick36]

what grade of birch plywood is it?

[@bensanders6617]

Hi how thick is the ply you use