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Old 03-14-2013 | 07:14 PM
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dakoris73
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Default RE: Tools for kit building

Welcome WindGap;

I too just started working on my very first kit build as well, and so far, the main tools I've used are as follows:
- razor saw,
- miter box (mine is basically a piece of 2x4 and basswood glued together),
- 100 and 200 grit sandpaper,
- a 36" metal straight-edged ruler,
- a 12" wooden school desk ruler,
- 2 builder's triangles,
- 100 ct box of T-pins,
- Wood glue, thin CA, Thick CA
- 5 min and 30 min epoxy
- time and patience
- and lots of lighting

Sounds like a lot, but its generally a basic listing of tools to start with. I know I will definitely want to get a few more triangles of different sizes for my next builds, but these basic tools have worked well for me so far.

Good luck, take your time, and you'll enjoy your building project as much as I have enjoyed mine. And if you have any questions, the guys on this forum have tons of advice and techniques to help make your experience so much better.

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