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FightingWillie
#1 Posted : 31 March 2020 15:17:55

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I am working on the main topmast and requires that the lower section of the mast be octagon shaped. I tried several times and I can't get to come out right . Is there a technique I could try.
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#2 Posted : 31 March 2020 15:26:22

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Not sure if you did this but file the dowel into a square first and then flatten the corners.
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#3 Posted : 31 March 2020 15:47:50

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No I did not try that I will give it a shot. Thanks
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