Post by Daremo on Oct 7, 2012 13:43:19 GMT -5
Step 1. Tools and Supplies:
Wire Cutter
Small Saw
Super Glue
Sand Paper/File
3/32" Tube
22 ga Galvanized Wire
Step 2. Cut:
First cut two sections of the 3/32" tube with the saw. One will be for the scabbard (1 9/16") and the other for the handle (9/16"). Don't forget to sand both the handle and the scabbard. Next, take a straightened piece of wire and cut it (2 1/8") with the wire cutter.
Step 3. Attach and Trim:
Put super glue on one end of the wire, making sure you don't put more on than will fit in the handle. Insert the wire into the handle. Once it dries, trim the end of the wire at an angle to create the tip of the blade.
Step 4. Check the Fit:
Check to make sure that the blade will fit properly into the scabbard. You may have to adjust the blade by bending and straightening the wire.
Step 5. Paint:
Now were ready to paint (I recommend acrylics like Model Masters Acrylics, Citadel Paints, or Tamiya Paints). First, prime the weapon. Then paint the whole thing flat black. Next, paint the blade steel. Once the paint dries, seal it with Testors Glosscote or Dullcote and you're finished!
Wire Cutter
Small Saw
Super Glue
Sand Paper/File
3/32" Tube
22 ga Galvanized Wire
Step 2. Cut:
First cut two sections of the 3/32" tube with the saw. One will be for the scabbard (1 9/16") and the other for the handle (9/16"). Don't forget to sand both the handle and the scabbard. Next, take a straightened piece of wire and cut it (2 1/8") with the wire cutter.
Step 3. Attach and Trim:
Put super glue on one end of the wire, making sure you don't put more on than will fit in the handle. Insert the wire into the handle. Once it dries, trim the end of the wire at an angle to create the tip of the blade.
Step 4. Check the Fit:
Check to make sure that the blade will fit properly into the scabbard. You may have to adjust the blade by bending and straightening the wire.
Step 5. Paint:
Now were ready to paint (I recommend acrylics like Model Masters Acrylics, Citadel Paints, or Tamiya Paints). First, prime the weapon. Then paint the whole thing flat black. Next, paint the blade steel. Once the paint dries, seal it with Testors Glosscote or Dullcote and you're finished!