How to Build an Ancient Catapult Model

I just found this brand new blog post--just came in over night--with details about how to build a catapult. The plans are a little more advanced than the glue and popsicle stick versions I shared yesterday, but I know there must be some guys (and girls, too) who would love to use those power tools in the garage, so I want to share the plans with you.

Here's the list of materials and tools needed:

Required Materials:

• Wood, 3 pieces, each 12”x1”x½”
• Wood, 4 pieces, each 6”x1”x ½”
• Wood, 2 pieces, 6”x1”x½” each end to be cut at 45 degree angles (wood should form a trapezoid shape)
• 2 dozen nails, ½” long
• 1 large, sturdy rubber band
• Eye hooks, 2
• Wooden dowel rod, 1/8” width, 5-¾” long.
• Flexible piece of material (card board or sturdy paper), 4”x4”
• Two tacks, ¼”

Required Tools:

• Lightweight hammer
• Wood glue or liquid nails
• Miter box and saw (for cutting angles)
• Angle (for measuring)
• Measuring tape
• Drill with 3/16” bit

If this sounds like something you could do, then click here to get the instructions.

Hope someone finds these plans on how to build a catapult useful.

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