Hacksaw Hack

How many hacks, could a hacksaw hack - if a hacksaw could hack, hacks?

In a previous article we went over the basics of lock picking and now we'd like to show you a second use for your old hacksaw blades. Their thin design and flexibility mean they make great lock picks.

Free Lockpicks Template

Above is a template to download so you can make your own lockpicks. There are two styles of pick in this free download lockpick set, the single pick and the rake. You can easily make many different picks by slightly deviating from the designs shown. Just remember to have smooth teeth on the rake pick, as it should glide freely through the lock - not saw through it.

To download just click on the image to enlarge it, then right click with your mouse and save image as.

Free Target Boards

Free Target Boards

Here are some free target boards to download and print at home. To download just click on the image to enlarge it, then click the right button on your mouse and select save image as.

PVC Pipe Gun

PVC Pipe Gun

Can we make a simple fun spear gun from a PVC pipe? Let's find out!

Pringles Can Speaker

Pringles Can Speaker 

Pringles occasionally run a promotion where you get a speaker for the can. But why bother with all that, when you can make your own speaker from the Pringles can.

Ballistic Gelatine

How to Make Ballistic Gelatine 

In this quick video we show you how to make ballistic gelatine. Help us find the murderer - Red Pepper has struck again.

Emergency Candles

Emergency Candles 

It's a good idea to be prepared for anything, but in a situation where you've been caught short, it's those that can adapt who will survive.

In this article we're going to show you how to make 6 forms of emergency candles with stuff you may have around your home.

Cola Can Battery

Cola Can Battery 

Cola can drinks are known to give you an energy boost, but what some people don't know is they can give you an electrical boost too. In this article we're going to show you how to make a cola can battery.

Hand Wipe Capacitor

Make A Capacitor From A Hand Wipe Tub

There comes a time in every mad scientist's life when their invention will require capacitors. They have to look cool, show off how inventive you are and pay homage to earlier inventors. Shop bought capacitors just won't cut the mustard. No, you need Leyden jars.

How to Make Play Doh

How to Make Play Doh

Playing with Play Doh can be lots of fun, but making your own salt dough modelling clay can be a fun process too. So in this article were going to show you how to do just that.

Home Electrolysis Kit

Home Electrolysis Kit 

Electrolysis is a useful skill to pick up and the beauty of it is that it's super easy to do. Electrolysis can be used to plate materials, to clean, for etching and even to produce pure forms of a material.