Introduction: All Wooden Pliers Made With 99¢ Knife

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Here is an all-wood pliers than can be carved out of balsa wood using a 99¢ breakaway utility knife. Hang on for a number of easy steps and you can have your own personal pliers.

Supplies


Step 1: Layout

Here are the measurements I am terribly sorry about the out of focus subject. Mark this side like I did here.


Step 2: Layout Opposite Side

Then flip it over and mark the opposite side like this.

Step 3: Layout Edges

Mark each side of the pliers like the pictures show here.

Step 4: Cut the Hinge Sides

Carefully do two plunge cuts. One on each side of the U-shaped marking.

Step 5: Add the Angle Slits

Add the 4 angle slits as shown in the pictures.

Step 6: Cut Out the Bottom of the U

Carefully cut the bottom out of the U as the picture shows. This should connect the to the two hinge cuts all the way down to the center line.

Step 7: Cut the Long Slits

Now carefully slit the top and bottom of the pliers to create two pieces.

Step 8: Open It Up

Now slowly pry the pliers open. Don't be afraid to clean out or deepen any of the previous slits.

Step 9: Don't Despair

Here's what happened on my first attempt. So don't despair grab a new piece of wood and start over. I got it the second try

Step 10: Add the Taper

If you want to enhance the look simply taper both sides of the jaw to give it a more realistic pliers look.

Step 11: Conclusion

It's not really that hard. Give it a try and enjoy the feel of a wood pliers in your hand!