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Episode 347: My finger looks like a hammerhead shark

Making It · 18 Mar 2022 · 1h 01m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss their current projects, ranging from Bob's restoration of a Ghia and a Vespa scooter to Jimmy's spring cleaning and David's knife design work. The hosts share personal anecdotes about injuries, including Bob's burn and David's past Vespa theft, while also exploring the nuances of craftsmanship versus perfection in automotive and blacksmithing restoration. They conclude by recommending YouTube creators and sharing tips on iPhone voice-to-text functionality.

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makers and hobbyists

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Companies
SunCut Send, RA Games
Products
Ghia, Vespa
Also
Bite-sized Engineering, Panther, Nobu Design, Mr HỒ Thánh Chế

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