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Old 11-21-2014, 08:59 PM
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Hi all,
I have DXF files that are specially prepared for laser cutting. These files should not require any alteration; the width of slots on them are sized specifically for the gauge of metal they are meant to be cut out of.

I have models of each of these puzzles: Eagle (on globe), Dragon, Velocerapter, Fish, and Lobster. See the photo below to see what the completed puzzles will look like.

Each of these 6 puzzles have DXF files for these four types of steel: 13 ga (0.0897) Mild Steel, 13 ga (0.0937) Stainless Steel, 16 ga (0.0598) Mild Steel, and 16 ga (0.0625) Stainless Steel.

I would request that one of each of these laser cut puzzles (any gauge) be sent to me in return for the work that I have done to prepare these files. Please, serious requests only, PM me if interested.
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Ron,

Thanks for the explanation on cutting!
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Would a PM with contact information suffice to get some specific patterns (dragon and eagle with globe)? I don't need the DXF files since I ain't got no laser cuttin' thingy, just some flint blades.
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Would a PM with contact information suffice to get some specific patterns (dragon and eagle with globe)? I don't need the DXF files since I ain't got no laser cuttin' thingy, just some flint blades.
Absolutely! Never a problem sharing what I have.

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Here is my latest build, the owl. Took a bit of time cutting shaping all of the little pieces, but the result was definitely worth it!

I found a few problems with some of the parts and identification in the original files I worked with, but finally figured out what to do. Fixing my reworked files with slot information of what goes where.

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Looks great!
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Here is my latest build, a sea turtle. It was printed onto bronze colored PVC credit card blanks then the pieces cut out and shaped.
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Love the turtle Ron! What did you use to cut out the parts?
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Hi Elliott,
I found that a medium-small pair of scissors really work well to cut out most of the pieces (unless there is an inside curve) out of the 0.030" PVC card.

I use a small had drill to space holes along inside curves and can usually cut from hole to hole, but sometimes I have to use an X-acto knife.

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I just e-mailed to all requests that I am aware of. If I have missed anyone, I apologize, send me a PM and I'll get back to you.

I have also, updated the zip files with the puzzle patterns/diagrams (almost 300 mb!). These include all recent builds and photos to help assemble the puzzles. Send me a PM and I will get back to to you as well.

Thank you all for the comments and the great responses.

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