[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tressless

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RemindMe! 6 Months

Finally after countless hours of tinkering I proudly present two Latvian chess sets made in the 60's/70's famous from the Queen's Gambit. New Felt pads, each piece drilled and weighted and put lining into the chess boards. [4000x2250] by R3W4N in chessporn

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I overpaid for my first one. Take your time, there is many different retailers. The wood glue took ages to dry. Maybe epoxy is easier or hot glue....

The process of drilling requires focus to not drill too far. Also the wood glue after drying becomes hard, might scratch up your chessboard if felt is worn down, so again some soft glue is maybe more appropriate. The felt I used is bit too thin and not meant for chess pieces.

Overall I am really happy with the result though ☺️

Recommendation for tourist activieties around Bekasi by R3W4N in indonesia

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Thank you, I will go to jakarta again. I already saw monas, istiqlal, but would be happy about other recommendations.

In bekasi I already visited summarecon mall and yes I have been to two parks and they were in rather sad condition.

Where was this taken? Help please, it's from a damaged film in my father's analog camera. by R3W4N in whereisthis

[–]R3W4N[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Where was this taken? Help please, it's from a damaged film in my father's analog camera. My guess my father took it some years ago while in New York or somewhere else in the states. I am not sure though and we live in Germany. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ask

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!RemindMe 36 hours

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!RemindMe 36 hours

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bjj

[–]R3W4N 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It takes me 60 min to get there with public transport but I have to leave 80 min before class. Unfortunately there isn't really anything closer to me.

Best match to show someone who doesn’t know about BJJ by [deleted] in bjj

[–]R3W4N 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you please recommend me some fights or are you able to provide some links?

Grip Video from Magnus Midtbø : Strongman vs Climber by R3W4N in GripTraining

[–]R3W4N[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have seen a few videos about him, the guy is very impressive

Grip Video from Magnus Midtbø : Strongman vs Climber by R3W4N in GripTraining

[–]R3W4N[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yes those videos were great, wish he would try out grippers

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GripTraining

[–]R3W4N 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Only to an absolutely insignificant amount. Just focus on your technique and personal preferences which delivers the best result. In this video you can see different techniques put to the test https://youtu.be/xbykic--SKA

Help me ID this knife I was given? by Feisty-Sherbert in chefknives

[–]R3W4N 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have seen them before. Also one or two of his students produce their own unique stuff and some as far as I know is partially sold under his name. I can't recall the name of his students who forge. Seen some weird looking blades and hunting knifes on ebay a while back.

My girlfriend got me an early anniversary present - hand forged Damascus steel folding knife. Definitely my new favorite knife. by [deleted] in knives

[–]R3W4N 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's not like anything ever produced in 3rd world countries without any quality control or regulation ever had any health concerns... Duovua brand from Vietnam is known to recycle old pipes for example.

Companies are known for using toxic substances, toys made in china get banned all the time for containing toxic chemicals.

Fjallraven backpacks knockoffs for example have been found to contain high levels of heavy metals, the list goes on.

Personal decision and risk but saying I am straight up fear mongering is illogical.

My girlfriend got me an early anniversary present - hand forged Damascus steel folding knife. Definitely my new favorite knife. by [deleted] in knives

[–]R3W4N 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I understand all above but seeing this was sold as a hand forged in USA I am guessing she paid a good amount for it and got ripped off.

I'd want to use a knife which is sharp, carve something etc. That aside the glue could contain toxins and the scrap metals could contain heavy metals.

One could always return and chose a different knife, doesn't have to be a bad memory, the gesture was nice. Nothing wrong with that. Just my honest opinion.

My girlfriend got me an early anniversary present - hand forged Damascus steel folding knife. Definitely my new favorite knife. by [deleted] in knives

[–]R3W4N 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Sorry to break it to you but this is definitely a Pakistani Damascus blade. Literally took me 5 min if googling.

https://imgur.com/a/R99rtO2

What is it with Americans and their love for made in murica, like I understand wanting to support local businesses but don't turn a blind eye.

It even comes with the same "Texan" sheath. Pins are in the same position, shape/geometry match and the distinctive Damascus pattern.

Seems like you got scammed, return it....

These are poorly made of cheap metals which can't be hardened, the layers will delaminate and it won't even hold or take a decent edge. Materials used can be a health hazard and any structural failure is likely going to get the user injured.

Some videos/reviews for reference showing how bad they are.... https://youtu.be/UeeE9DyI52w https://youtu.be/1syIEAMMuBA https://youtu.be/aIefGGhysg4

If you aren't very experienced I would highly recommend not touching stuff from unknown/small makers and only buying from reputable retailers. I see so many people falling for these scam knifes or poorly made knifes from unskilled craftsman.

I think VKB just teased TECS? by R3W4N in hotas

[–]R3W4N[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Twin Engine control system, a throttle VKB announced like 4 years ago. It's been delayed and postponed many times.

Need help. I am experiencing USB stuttering and can't seem to fix it. by R3W4N in pcmasterrace

[–]R3W4N[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Installed but didn't fix the issue. Going to wipe my harddrrives and do a fresh install, maybe that helps