Recent content by joeranger

Oh, the icy hand of reality across the face. Now I understand. If I want to pop balloons, I need to follow all safety procedures as there is real danger. If I want a display piece for my desk that gives a pretty light show, use a low power "pointer". I am going to reset expectations for this...

Thanks guys! Very helpful. Here is the progress on the frame. It is the stormtrooper blaster based on the WW2 sterling.

Thanks. Still learning, but a point of clarification. This is not something I would treat as a toy. I assume it would be on par with a pellet gun. Fun to play with but not a toy. (and yes, I use safety goggles with pellet guns) :)

New here. I am trying to do as much research as I can before posting. I love to make toy laser guns. I put cheap pointers in wood or plastic prop toys and the kids have a ton of fun in the basement, especially with the fog machine on and the lights off. I would like to make a high end prop for...