How to Build a Hunting Slingshot
A hunting slingshot is an age-old survival mechanism that has proved the ingenuous of man throughout time. Though today in modern hunting circles the use of a slingshot is not necessary but it is definitely useful. Whether you want a hunting slingshot just to add variety to your hunting experience or you want to scare animals who may have wandered into your space, a hunting slingshot is an essential tool.
Items needed:
- Leather
- Rubber bands
- Y-shaped wood
- Cording
- Sticky tape
- Knife
Instructions:
- Gather all your materials in one place before you begin working on your project. In order to properly make your hunting slingshot you need a "Y" shaped piece of wood that has been cut and not broken, thick rubber bands, a piece of leather, cording, sticky tape and a knife.
- Prepare your wood by peeling away all of its bark with a knife. Then use the knife to both trim and smooth the entire piece of wood.
- Allow the wood to dry thoroughly in a cool and dry place. Securely wrap the handle part of the wood to allow for easier handling using the cording.
- Use your sticky tape to tape one end of the cording to the stick. Be sure to wrap it securely around the handle and use the glue on the other end of the stick to prevent sliding.
- Assemble the firing component. Cut a rubber band into two equal parts, or alternatively you can cut open two smaller rubber bands so that you'll have two equal strips around 17 cm long.
- Grip everything together by putting one rubber band piece through each slit that you just made and fold them over it. Fold them away from the square so that it touches the remaining part of the rubber band. Ensure that both parts are equal and wrap the pieces that overlap together with the smaller rubber bands.
- Now you’re ready to attach the firing component to the piece of wood. Strap the ends of each of the rubber bands to the top parts of the fork of the same size using small but strong rubber bands.
- Ensure the hunting slingshot is properly constructed by giving it a test run. Pull the rubber bands firmly until they feel both soft and spring-like. Your hunting slingshot is ready for use.