Will_D posted a link to another forum called madmodder.net a few days ago and I found a cool video of a guy making a working wooden pliers from a bit of wood that I'd use to start the fire. He does it with 10 cuts in the piece of wood and suddenly has a working pliers. Doesnt look very strong but it works.Truly beautiful example of skilled craftsmanship.
The thead is here http://madmodder.net/index.php/topic,10301.msg116366.html#msg116366 (http://madmodder.net/index.php/topic,10301.msg116366.html#msg116366) and the video is in the first post.
Nice one for posting about that forum Will_D, some very interesting stuff on there and ive only scratched the surface yet.
Indeed when I watched that video I could hardly believe it. True craftsmanship.
Beware tho: Madmodder can start you off (or again) on new/old hobbies.