# Episode 347: My finger looks like a hammerhead shark

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2022-03-18
- Length: 1h 01m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-03-18-episode-347-my-finger-looks-like-a-hammerhead-shark
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/episode-347-my-finger-looks-like-a-hammerhead-shark

## Summary

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.

## Chapters

- [0:01](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-03-18-episode-347-my-finger-looks-like-a-hammerhead-shark#t=1) Introduction and Spring Cleaning
- [6:12](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-03-18-episode-347-my-finger-looks-like-a-hammerhead-shark#t=372) Bob Clagett's Ghia Restoration and Body Work
- [11:25](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-03-18-episode-347-my-finger-looks-like-a-hammerhead-shark#t=685) David Picciuto's Knife Prototyping with SunCut Send
- [18:50](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-03-18-episode-347-my-finger-looks-like-a-hammerhead-shark#t=1130) Sheet Metal Design and Bending Tools
- [27:48](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-03-18-episode-347-my-finger-looks-like-a-hammerhead-shark#t=1668) Automotive Restoration: Experience vs. Perfection
- [34:30](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-03-18-episode-347-my-finger-looks-like-a-hammerhead-shark#t=2070) Bob's Vespa History and Theft Story
- [40:22](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-03-18-episode-347-my-finger-looks-like-a-hammerhead-shark#t=2422) Injuries, Hand Care, and iPhone Tips
- [48:01](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-03-18-episode-347-my-finger-looks-like-a-hammerhead-shark#t=2881) Blacksmithing and Air Quality Feature Wall
- [59:06](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-03-18-episode-347-my-finger-looks-like-a-hammerhead-shark#t=3546) Creator Picks and Patreon Shoutouts

## Topics

- [Prototyping & iteration](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/prototyping)
- [Materials & manufacturing processes](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/materials-and-processes)
- [Fabrication & craft](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/fabrication-and-craft)
- [Creator business](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/creator-business)
- [Careers & education](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/engineering-careers-and-education)

## Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

## Mentioned

- SunCut Send (company)
- RA Games (company)
- Ghia (product)
- Vespa (product)
- Bite-sized Engineering (other)
- Panther (other)
- Nobu Design (other)
- Mr HỒ Thánh Chế (other)

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- [STL 105: Why We Build What We Build](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2016-02-26-stl-105-why-we-build-what-we-build) (Shop Talk Live)
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