http://geekinetic.com/taxonomy/term/76 The taxonomy view with a depth of 0. en http://geekinetic.com/node/66 <p><img src="http://geekinetic.com/files/ImageUploads/DIYMechanicalPencil.jpg" alt="A Homemade Mechanical Pencil that Looks Absolutely Incredible" width="500" height="375" /></p> <p>A mechanical pencil, even a cheap one I am guessing, is a fairly complex device to make.  The trouble is not the parts, but hte precision that is required.  Someone that can make their own clearly has skills that regular folks do not and will never possess.  This is a work of art that Nonentity should be very proud of him or her self for producing. You can read more about the design process on the <a href="http://www.nonentity.com/New/Main/projects/SteelPencil2.htm">Nonentity website</a>.  The metal came from a steel rod that was removed from a copier.</p> <p></p> <p>Nonentity does do freelance work, so if you are feeling like you absolutely must have one of these for your self, why not make an offer?  A tip, be polite and make it a good offer, things like this take a lot of time and effort to produce.  If you are buying somebody's time, it is always best to pay well.</p> <p></p> <p>Source: <a href="http://hackedgadgets.com/2008/03/21/custom-made-steel-pencil/">Hacked Gadgets</a></p> http://geekinetic.com/node/66#comments DIY Metalwork Stationary Sat, 22 Mar 2008 01:10:40 -0700 C.S. Magor 66 at http://geekinetic.com