Ok boys and girls, time for round 2! "thumbsup"
This one is special because it has attracted a sponsor. Oh yes, there will be a prize involved, but be prepared to strain your brain, this ain't no trinket makin' contest. :twisted:
First up, the rules.
1. Hobby machinists only! No pro's, no retired guys with 30 years under their belts. This challenge is for the hacks, noobs, and weekend swarf rats.
2. The item MUST be made on a mill or lathe, manual or cnc. Depending on the complexity of the part, special consideration may be made one way or the other.
3. Your item MUST be functional and in its final form. No half-assery allowed.
4. You MUST pre-register.
5. NO exotic materials. I don't care if you've got a bin full of ultra rare polished G73 tridiptachlotanium, you can't use it. Only aluminum, steel, or acetal is allowed.
6. You CANNOT recreate an existing item. Everything must be an original design.
7. You CANNOT create a cad file and send it off to a machinist to be cut. This is DIY only.
8. You MUST submit clear photographs when they are called for.
Now, on to the goods. :mrgreen:
Mayhem Engineering has graciously stepped up and offered to purchase this for the winner and send it to their home...a perfect addition to a still developing machinist tool set. "thumbsup"
Mitutoyo Digimatic calipers with a retail value of $150!
Description of the item can be found here:
Digimatic Calipers - Electronic Calipers | MSCDirect.com
Judging will be a bit different this time around, as entries will undergo scrutiny by a secretly selected panel of judges.
If you plan to enter you must post up in this thread no later than Friday March 1st. Some time this coming weekend I will post up the final rules about what you are to build, and the challenge will officially be underway. You will have ONE MONTH to complete your entries.
Many thanks to Mayhem for stepping up, and to the RCC members who participate!
