Make Weapons out of Sticks
If you're interested in the ways of primitive peoples, then perhaps learning how to make weapons out of sticks will be just the ticket. Follow these steps to learn how.
Steps
- Find the perfect stick. It should be about three inches taller than your waist (for a sword) or just taller than you (for a staff). Note: different sizes work for different people.
- Test your stick. If it breaks when you hit it on the ground it's not a good stick to use.
- Decide what shape you want your weapon.
- Break the stick if you need to make it smaller. (see tips)
- Find a rock and start rubbing the stick up and down on all sides
- You can take a pocketknife and sharpen the ends. If you don't have a knife a sharp stone will do. (see warnings)
- Use sandpaper to smooth the stick out if you want.
- Finished.
Tips
- For best durability, use sticks that have not been in direct contact with the ground.
- If you use a knife, be sure sure it is sharp. Blunt knives are dangerous because they can easily slip and cut you.
- To break the stick, place your foot on the location where you want it to crack, put your hand at the top of the stick, then push down with your foot and it should snap.
- If you want to play-fight with sticks, it would be a good idea to wear some type of armor.
- Be sure to use sturdy sticks.(They don't necessarily have to be big, just sturdy.)
- Rattan is a kind of bamboo and is a good sword substitute because it doesn't break into sharp points, instead it brooms out. (see warnings)
- Apply a layer of duct tape to beautify and structurally re-enforce your weapon and make it more durable.
- This would be a great craft for older children who are studying the way people lived during stone age.
- Finding a stick is easier during winter because there aren't any leaves.
- Alternatively, you could use the staff for a walking stick.
- If you want the most durability,try to find a thicker stick. Potentially an inch in width.
Warnings
- If using a knife CARVE away from you.
- If you are fighting, never swing the stick wildly. Stay in control of your movements so you can hit what you are aiming for. (i.e. a target or a pole)
- If you play-fight with sticks, be very soft and Template:Red poke them with a sharp-pointed stick.
- If you are not using Rattan, a solid core grass related to bamboo, the stick can break. This means sharp, pointy parts (from fractures) can stab through you or your friends.
- It is ILLEGAL to use this as a weapon for ASSAULT or any other criminal offense.
- Be very careful if using a knife.
- Don't use the good broom handle. Either salvage one that's being thrown out or find something else to use.
- NEVER hit people with sticks unless you mean to cause them harm or are just play-fighting.
- DO NOT use these sticks to harm anyone.
Things You'll Need
- Sticks
- Stones
- Sharp knife(optional)
- Rattan (optional)
