Woodworker's Journal 1993-17-3, страница 48
swing arm (G). Cut it to shape on the band saw or saber saw, then sand the surfaces smooth. Mark the screw hoie location and bore a V'fr in. diameter hole to accept the screw. Keep in mind that you want the hole big enough lo allow the swing arm to pivot freely. If you have a lathe, you'll probably want to turn the nine pins (D) using the full-size pattern provided. However, if your shop does not yet include a lathe, you should be able to taper the ends of each pin with some careful work with a disk sander or hand file. Add the Finish Now. final sand the pins, dowel, swing arm, and the 2 in. diameter ball (L). Topcoat finishes (varnish, lacquer, shellac) may tend to chip or crack when regularly knocked and banged around, so for this project we'd suggest using three or four coats of a good penetrating oil. Final Details When the finish is dry, attach a screw eye (J) to the swing arm and to the ball. Add the chain <K l. then use the screw to attach the swing arm to the top of the dowel. Include the two nylon washers (I) as shown. You'll need to tighten the screw just enough to allow free movement of the swing arm. Add the four felt footpads (M) to the underside of the base. Insert (he dowel into the dowel block, bul don't glue it in place, (We think you'll find it's much easier to store the game if the dowel is removable.) Now. set up the nine pins on the pin board and you're ready to play. Playing the Game There are dozens of ways to play the game of Skittles, and with a little imagination, kids will ihink up many more. Here are a couple of ways we like to play. • Each player, in turn, gets to "swing" ihe bail two times at the pins. A point is scored for each pin knocked dow n. If the first swing knocks down all the pins (a strike), the pins are reset for the second swing. Each player gets 10 turns (20 swings). Highest total wins. • Same as above, but knocking down the center pin (called the kingpin), scores a 5 point bonus. i'aJi M The Woodworker's Journal Bill of Materials (all dimensions actual) No Pari Description Size Req d.
Source * Parts H through M are available as a pre-packaged kit from the company Aspen Kits 6 Hilltop Drive. Old Saybrook, CT 06475: tel. (203) 388-6179. Specify "Skittles Kit." The current price is $12.50 postpaid Add $2 per kit for Canadian orders. |
