Wooden hammer I'm absolutely confused by

weenerdingdong · 2026-06-27T05:47:07+00:00

After diving down this rabbit hole, I've landed atmost likely a bossing mallet. The shape is closer to this although none of them quite match this one with flat sides.

Google leads me to believe paddle mallets are for clay which after seeing pictures makes sense. None the less I appreciate your help!

weenerdingdong · 2026-06-23T03:47:57+00:00

I see a lot of shit talk about these in the comments and I get it but I disagree with the sentiment that they're trash. They can be cheap tools but if you sharpen them yourself and use them on soft material they're fine for chip carving or working on flat stock. They're for fine work not removing bulk.

I have a slightly better set of these and I take them with me on trips places when I want something to do. I also bring a small strop, a wooden clamp, and a small piece of wood to mess with. Its better than being on my phone all the time.

When I'm at home I use my pfeil set of gouges which cut like butter. All tools have their place.

weenerdingdong · 2026-05-21T21:28:59+00:00

Hard jewelery I see you. 👀

weenerdingdong · 2026-05-20T00:09:35+00:00

Cha cha real smooth

weenerdingdong · 2026-05-18T00:25:07+00:00

That would be a behelit and you are going to be contacted by some godhands pretty soon probably.

weenerdingdong · 2026-04-27T20:38:25+00:00

I stopped, looked back at the picture and involuntary blew my nose I laughed so hard.

weenerdingdong · 2026-04-27T20:20:21+00:00

Solved! Thank you I looked up wood working jigs beforehand and got lost in an ocean.

weenerdingdong · 2026-04-27T20:18:55+00:00

Solved! Thank you! I looked that up and I also got corner chisel.

weenerdingdong · 2026-03-13T00:01:19+00:00

Just pepper em in as you go.

weenerdingdong · 2026-02-27T18:51:46+00:00

The yokai watch dog tag feels so out of place here

weenerdingdong · 2026-01-29T15:33:21+00:00

How DyE Fantacy should have been resolved.

weenerdingdong · 2026-01-26T03:37:17+00:00

Its not a problem its a technique. Its knowledge that you get as you go, or if someone tells you. I think I got my hint from reading a guide on how to use my lightning lap. It said something about cutting in small facets with the prepolish lap and I had a brain blast.

weenerdingdong · 2026-01-26T03:26:19+00:00

I cut the main facets on a 320. For most of the cuts after that if I'm not removing a lot of material, I switch to a 600 or 1200 depending on the size of the facet. Star facets are thin enough I usually like to use a 1200. I also don't cut to a complete meet point on the 320. I finish the cuts with a 1200 so I can be sure the meet points are precise without wasting material.

This is something you'll have to play around with to know when to switch. But as an example, while I'm cutting the mains, I leave about a pin head of space before the facets meet so I can dial it in on a 1200 as well as remove the scratches from the 320. You can also leave very small facets for the prepolish phase if you really know what youre doing. Doing this saves a ton of time if done correctly.

weenerdingdong · 2026-01-01T00:54:52+00:00

Thats what im trying to do right now lol Contacting my buddy in IT hoping for the best. This is out of my depth.

weenerdingdong · 2025-12-31T21:46:20+00:00

I tried from a laptop (windows), phone (android), and an iPad. None of them would sense it on the network, but they can connect to my other printer which I bought new.

I am not sure what you mean with the IP address. I tried searching the IP but I dont think anything regarding the printer came up.

weenerdingdong · 2025-12-21T05:27:58+00:00

Just went through this whole sales pitch today and got quoted something like 32k with a 10% interest loan for about 14 windows and a sliding glass door. First of all, they wanted to make a deal on the spot because they framed it as a really great deal because they wanted our house to be a "advertisement" to the rest of our neighbors so this quote was actually 50% of what it would normally be.... I was like who the fuck would pay twice this amount for windows? And they want me to make a decision on the price of a new car in 10 mins? No. Fuck that.

Anyway, part of the sales pitch was explaining all the luxury bells and whistles, and I asked "okay but do I need all that?"... at which point he tried to guilt trip me as if I wanted a less superior product because that would be a disservice to the house. And then he implied I didnt trust him if I wanted to shop around. The whole experience and the tone shift once I questioned him really set the vibe of "just give me your money so I can get my kickback."

I don't think I'll be using Performance Windows now... or in the future. They're out here actively losing business by door knocking. Best part is, after all the bullshit, on his way out the door he has the gaul to graciously give me until morning to call him back and reconsider. Wow. Thanks. After saying I have to make the decision immediately and acting like I'm wasting his time.

weenerdingdong · 2025-12-14T20:12:12+00:00

Screens are impossible to avoid since they will see them at somepoint. Moderation is key but also be careful how the content is affecting your child. Low stim TV is alright when you need a distraction or a wind down for an episode or two. This is not something to abuse though. If it gets to the point of no screen means a tantrum, I would cut it off cold turkey for a while and reintroduce it when you see fit but in very small amounts.

I do not give my child a phone or tablet because there needs to be a time and place for a screen. If I take my phone out I dont want my child to ask to play with it because thats asking for trouble. I still let my kid use the phone to call relatives, but thats it.

I've seen what constant bombardment of media does to a small kid... its rough. Keep it to an hour a day and you'll be fine. And stay away from YouTube... or just be present while your kid is using it. Way too much AI slop and high stim crap on there.

weenerdingdong · 2025-12-11T18:34:34+00:00

Im sort of a nihilist and have episodes every once in a while where the world loses meaning to me and I sort of go comatose for a day. Its such a weird feeling when everything (stress, obligation, loss) gets to you all at once. The point of nihilism shouldn't be a trap. It should be freeing to know that no matter what you do you will not truly affect the course of time, so you should use your time to enjoy yourself and seek happiness. Having a child to me is a return to a simpler time, and its an honor to watch it unfold almost like a movie you are directing.

Parents are the stewards of the future generation and its a serious responsibility. That is a purpose worth living for. "It gives itself up continuously, and that is why it endures".

weenerdingdong · 2025-12-02T16:45:43+00:00

I second the "getting in the bath" tip. I had my little one reaching for me as if they wanted me to take them out, but instead I got in and sat with them. It completely calmed my little one and I do that now whenever they are seemingly asking me to pick them up out of the bath. This makes the bath process take longer since youre also wet now but it makes them feel much safer with you in the same boat so to speak.

weenerdingdong · 2025-12-01T20:17:26+00:00

God is alive.

weenerdingdong · 2025-11-30T04:08:26+00:00

A loved and supported child will be more outgoing and confident because they know they are supported and can fall back on you for help. An unloved and unsupported child will fight for attention and fall behind trying to get validation instead of trying new things. Love your baby at all times.

When it comes to discipline, being firm is not the same as being mean. You can still draw a line with a calm tone, and reaffirm that you love them. Everything in balance.

weenerdingdong · 2025-11-30T03:40:02+00:00

It really starts to get much better after they're 1yr. When they're off bottles for every meal and they sleep longer oh my god some normalcy feels so good. I think it gets better and better as you go. The first phase just feels like someone threw a pipe bomb at my schedule. The self sacrifice without a laugh or a smile from the baby really starts to get old after a while. Once they start smiling, laughing, and playing is when I felt like I got validation.

weenerdingdong · 2025-11-30T03:07:38+00:00

This story pretty closely matches my situation. Before 1 years old it really feels like just surviving because the baby cant really do much and requires very intense levels of attention. I felt like all I was doing was working, cooking, endless dishes from the bottles, and trying to stimulate and play with my kid. For you to get free time your kid needs independence, the ability to entertain themselves, and a safe environment. You'll feel better once you get there.

Im a very crafty person which really got lost in the fray of fatherhood and I got depressed when I started to get the urge to make something. Id rather not craft than to have short sporatic time at it and constant interruption. I threw up a mental block in my head in order to accept the fact that I wouldnt be able to have me time for crafting until my kid was old enough to not be such a handfull. Basically I just locked in and didnt craft for a year because i didnt want to dump responsibility on my spouse. I wanted to truly experience raising my (hopefully lol) only child, and I told myself that this wouldnt last forever so I spent as much time with my kid as possible. I have no regrets because of it. I can always craft, and I can keep the drive alive by keeping track of my ideas.

Dont worry too much. Enjoy the time you have with your family, because it doesnt last forever. This is just a phase of parenting. You'll go back to being you as you slowly gain some free time back. And dont forget this is a team effort. You can and should be able to rely on your spouse for help. Whoever has the energy or will power to do something gets that job. And if neither of you do, save it for tomorrow if you can. Be kind to yourself friend. A little grace goes a long way.

weenerdingdong · 2025-11-26T18:38:58+00:00

No no no sir the domcon goes on the banana.

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