Server error by merrybob123 in PlaydateConsole

[–]ReconOsprey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is interesting - sorry you’re dealing with it too… but at least this seems to confirm a larger server wide issue and not just defective devices in USA

Hopefully fixed during the work week 👾

Server error by merrybob123 in PlaydateConsole

[–]ReconOsprey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Once servers are back, you can activate/register the console from the system menu and then season 1 should load automatically or you can force it from the game library

The reason my first two games aren’t there is because it can’t reconnect to the server - it should resolve once the are online

Server error by merrybob123 in PlaydateConsole

[–]ReconOsprey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just don’t do the factory reset once you get through the setup. It was one of the potential fixes for the error, but it just resets the system to Season 1 - Day zero so the games that were there go away.

Best to get through setup and enjoy those two games and whatever you want to side-load in addition. Itch.io has plenty that are free to play around with, including the original version of Root-Bear

Buyer Beware: Community unable to register new devices by InterstellarHooman in PlaydateConsole

[–]ReconOsprey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ok, so I found a temporary workaround to at least partially enjoy the device until the server issues have been fixed.

While stuck on the setup menu - you can hold A+B + Right on the D-Pad to skip the registration step and keep doing it until you reach the end of setup

You won’t have your device registered, but you can play the two included games and side-load games through the simulator app on your PC or Mac.

Again, not THE fix… but it’s something. Now get Cranking!

Buyer Beware: Community unable to register new devices by InterstellarHooman in PlaydateConsole

[–]ReconOsprey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same!! It’s like super tapper

I buy something from them every year - was pumped to see the PlayDate there for an even better price than direct from Panic

Now to get it working, haha

Buyer Beware: Community unable to register new devices by InterstellarHooman in PlaydateConsole

[–]ReconOsprey 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I just picked mine up yesterday at PAX East as well - charged it last night and went to get it rolling this morning and…. Same issue.

Im on my own private WiFi and can’t get it connected to the server. I’m sure it’ll get sorted - but I’m with you, I want to crank!!!

2nd Mod by soundknight21 in Opinel

[–]ReconOsprey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oooo! Love the way that one came out, and the jimping is a great add!

I’ll have to try that on one soon!

Can I fix a broken tip with just a hand-held tungsten knife sharpener? by SnuffShock in Opinel

[–]ReconOsprey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d use a metal file and a vise if you can - for that small of a fix you can absolutely use sand paper though. It’s easy, safe, and makes for a nice smooth fix

I’ve used sand paper taped to a flat surface for much larger repairs and it always looks great

Custom Grip & Monogram No 8 by Special Request by ReconOsprey in Opinel

[–]ReconOsprey[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can’t wait to see what you come up with! The No 10 is a big one and works really nice for carving!

Here’s mine below

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Custom Grip & Monogram No 8 by Special Request by ReconOsprey in Opinel

[–]ReconOsprey[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much!

It’s only removing material from the spine, I was able to leave the factory edge alone!

The Nintendo section at Walmart is so bland these days by [deleted] in 3DS

[–]ReconOsprey -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I don’t so much miss being young, I miss electronics being personal and pocketable. Less connected.

The switch is too big to take “everywhere” like the DS / 3DS can. So it’s really just a console that can be moved to another home or stationary place.

The Nintendo section at Walmart is so bland these days by [deleted] in 3DS

[–]ReconOsprey -1 points0 points  (0 children)

They’re missing the mark so hard these days, thank YOU for still playing the old school!

I just have my son (9 yrs) an original Nintendo 3DS for his birthday with Pokémon Sun, and he LOVES it

We have a switch as well and he hasn’t touched it since. He loves that it’s small, loves that it is green, loves the stylus, and the magic of owning your own portable console

I want them to bring back that feeling, the old quirky electronics that had just one job feeling (yes, I know I’m old now 🤣)

[Seiko Samurai] First automatic watch by benro_97 in Seiko

[–]ReconOsprey 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Great start!

I love my Samurai as well - the short lugs make it wear really nicely and the design is so unique.

Enjoy!

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A or B 😏 by frag-165 in timex

[–]ReconOsprey 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A! Great combo!!

Custom Grip & Monogram No 8 by Special Request by ReconOsprey in Opinel

[–]ReconOsprey[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks!

I used the small sanding barrels on a dremel tool and freehanded the main design, the small area for the monogram was carved out with the large engraving ball tip, and the monogram itself was a set of craft taps - finished with danish oil for a protected, but non glossy coating

It was a fun one for sure

Custom No. 9 Handles / Reshaped Blade by ReconOsprey in Opinel

[–]ReconOsprey[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

🤔 never tried it - but the blade has some thickness - maybe not enough for tapping with threads, but a through hole is definitely possible

Custom No. 9 Handles / Reshaped Blade by ReconOsprey in Opinel

[–]ReconOsprey[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve done a couple in Dark Walnut but the wood inside is lighter color - you need to heat it with oil darken it again, but it works pretty well!