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	== External links ==		== External links ==
			* [http://slingshot-shooting.de/construction/construction.html Constructing a slingshot] - Slingshot-shooting.de
	* [https://www.fieldandstream.com/articles/hunting/2010/10/how-make-handmade-slingshot/ How To Make A Handmade Slingshot] - T. Edward Nickens, 4 October 2010, Field & Stream		* [https://www.fieldandstream.com/articles/hunting/2010/10/how-make-handmade-slingshot/ How To Make A Handmade Slingshot] - T. Edward Nickens, 4 October 2010, Field & Stream
			* [https://www.artofmanliness.com/skills/how-to/diy-weekend-project-how-to-make-a-slingshot/ DIY Weekend Project: How to Make a Slingshot] - McKay, Brett & Kate, 14 May 2012, The Art of Manliness
	* [https://www.outdoorlife.com/articles/2015/04/how-make-deer-antler-slingshot/ How to Make a Deer Antler Slingshot] - Frank Miniter, 8 April 2015, Outdoor Life		* [https://www.outdoorlife.com/articles/2015/04/how-make-deer-antler-slingshot/ How to Make a Deer Antler Slingshot] - Frank Miniter, 8 April 2015, Outdoor Life
			* [https://knowpreparesurvive.com/survival/prep/how-to-make-diy-homemade-slingshots-for-hunting/ How to Make a Homemade Slingshot for Hunting] - 31 October 2017, Know Prepare Survive
	* [http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php/topic,20637.msg282862.html Homemade Slingshot] - 27 July 2010, Primitive Archer		* [http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php/topic,20637.msg282862.html Homemade Slingshot] - 27 July 2010, Primitive Archer
	* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ieWrWLjii0 Carolina Camera: The Sling Shot Man] - CarolinaCamera, 30 April 2008, YouTube		* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ieWrWLjii0 Carolina Camera: The Sling Shot Man] - CarolinaCamera, 30 April 2008, YouTube
			* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skGEed0Q3OA How To Make A Survival Slingshot] - Survival Lilly, 27 September 2014, YouTube
	* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgep-wQaJPs Natural rubber band slingshot: survival tips, make slingshot in forest] - Pre Technology, 13 April 2021, YouTube		* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgep-wQaJPs Natural rubber band slingshot: survival tips, make slingshot in forest] - Pre Technology, 13 April 2021, YouTube
	* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTBusvW3ub4 Made With Natural Ingredients Slingshot \| slingshot challenge \|making in mountain \|pre technology] - Pre Technology, 14 September 2021, YouTube		* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTBusvW3ub4 Made With Natural Ingredients Slingshot \| slingshot challenge \|making in mountain \|pre technology] - Pre Technology, 14 September 2021, YouTube

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Crafting instructions: Link

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	Make sure that the bands have the same length. To attach the bands the frame, either a hole can be drilled (which should have a slightly smaller diameter than the band) or wrapped around the ends, in which case the bands ends should be trimmed.<ref name="WH" /><ref name=":0" /> Care should be taken if notches are carved: ff they are too high up on the prongs, the tension from the sling could cause them to snap, and if they are too low, the projectile shot can clip the bottom of the frame. Shorter bands allow to generate more power, but makes the sling more difficult to draw back.<ref name=":1" />		Make sure that the bands have the same length. To attach the bands the frame, either a hole can be drilled (which should have a slightly smaller diameter than the band) or wrapped around the ends, in which case the bands ends should be trimmed.<ref name="WH" /><ref name=":0" /> Care should be taken if notches are carved: ff they are too high up on the prongs, the tension from the sling could cause them to snap, and if they are too low, the projectile shot can clip the bottom of the frame. Shorter bands allow to generate more power, but makes the sling more difficult to draw back.<ref name=":1" />

	The pouch and the band ends can be attached the same way. Sandpaper can be used to remove blur, and wood oil finish can be applied when done.<ref name=":0" />		The pouch and the band ends can be attached the same way. [[Sandpaper]] can be used to remove blur, and wood oil finish can be applied when done.<ref name=":0" />

	== Hunting ==		== Hunting ==

PolarTwin: /* External links */ Updating date

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External links: Updating date

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	* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgep-wQaJPs Natural rubber band slingshot: survival tips, make slingshot in forest] - Pre Technology, 13 April 2021, YouTube		* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgep-wQaJPs Natural rubber band slingshot: survival tips, make slingshot in forest] - Pre Technology, 13 April 2021, YouTube
	* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTBusvW3ub4 Made With Natural Ingredients Slingshot \| slingshot challenge \|making in mountain \|pre technology] - Pre Technology, 14 September 2021, YouTube		* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTBusvW3ub4 Made With Natural Ingredients Slingshot \| slingshot challenge \|making in mountain \|pre technology] - Pre Technology, 14 September 2021, YouTube
	* [https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Sling-Shot How to Make a Sling Shot] - wikiHow, ~~8 December 2021~~		* [https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Sling-Shot How to Make a Sling Shot] - wikiHow, 7 November 2022

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	[[Category:Ranged weapons]]		[[Category:Ranged weapons]]

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	[[File:Slingshot (weapon).png\|thumb\|~~200px~~\|Simple slingshot]]		[[File:Slingshot (weapon).png\|thumb\|250px\|Simple slingshot]]

	A '''slingshot''' is a small hand-powered ranged weapon. The classic form consists of a Y-shaped frame held the hand, with two natural-[[rubber]] strips or tubes attached to the upper two ends. The other ends of the strips lead back to a pocket that holds the [[projectile]]. The hand grasps the pocket and draws it back to the desired extent to provide power for the projectile, up to a full span of the arm with sufficiently long bands.		A '''slingshot''' is a small hand-powered ranged weapon. The classic form consists of a Y-shaped frame held the hand, with two natural-[[rubber]] strips or tubes attached to the upper two ends. The other ends of the strips lead back to a pocket that holds the [[projectile]]. The hand grasps the pocket and draws it back to the desired extent to provide power for the projectile, up to a full span of the arm with sufficiently long bands.

PolarTwin: /* Crafting instructions */ Notches and bands length

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Crafting instructions: Notches and bands length

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	== Materials needed ==		== Materials needed ==
	Slingshots are made up of two main parts: the frame, which is held by the user, and the power, which is used to launch the projectile.		Slingshots are made up of two main parts: the frame, which is held by the user, and the power, which is used to launch the [[projectile]].

	* '''Y-shaped tree branch''': For the frame, a dogwood, hickory, and oak branch are recommended. The branch does not have to be perfectly shaped as a Y.<ref name="WH">Nickens, T. Edward "[https://www.fieldandstream.com/articles/hunting/2010/10/how-make-handmade-slingshot/ How To Make A Handmade Slingshot]", Field & Stream, 4 October 2010. Retrieved on 11 December 2022</ref>		* '''Y-shaped tree branch''': For the frame, a dogwood, hickory, and oak branch are recommended. The branch does not have to be perfectly shaped as a Y.<ref name="WH">Nickens, T. Edward "[https://www.fieldandstream.com/articles/hunting/2010/10/how-make-handmade-slingshot/ How To Make A Handmade Slingshot]", Field & Stream, 4 October 2010. Retrieved on 11 December 2022</ref>
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	* '''[[Rubber]] and [[leather]]''': Slingshots powers are usually made up for high-powered rubber bands with heavy leather shot pouches to place the projectile in.<ref name="WH" />		* '''[[Rubber]] and [[leather]]''': Slingshots powers are usually made up for high-powered rubber bands with heavy leather shot pouches to place the projectile in.<ref name="WH" />
	* '''Canvas''': Besides leather, canvas can also be used to make a pouch.<ref name=":0" />		* '''Canvas''': Besides leather, canvas can also be used to make a pouch.<ref name=":0" />
			There are multiple options for projectiles, including stones, marbel and lead pellets.

	== Crafting instructions ==		== Crafting instructions ==
	When using a tree branch as frame, it should be left drying once cut or retrieved.<ref name="WH" /> It can either be dried in a microwave or left for a period of time, such as three weeks. Stripping the branch off loose, wet, or mossy bark should offer a better grip.<ref>[[wikihow:Make-a-Sling-Shot\|How to Make a Sling Shot]], WikiHow, 7 November 2022, Retrieved on 24 December 2022.</ref> In the case of antlers, the tine tips and file grooves near the ends should be cut off.<ref name=":0" /> Make sure that the bands have the same length. To attach the bands the frame, either a hole can be drilled (which should have a slightly smaller diameter than the band) or wrapped around the ends, in which case the bands ends should be trimmed.<ref name="WH" /><ref name=":0" /> The pouch and the band ends can be attached the same way. Sandpaper can be used to remove blur, and wood oil finish can be applied when done.<ref name=":0" />		When using a tree branch as frame, it should be left drying once cut or retrieved.<ref name="WH" /> It can either be dried in a microwave or left for a period of time, such as three weeks. Stripping the branch off loose, wet, or mossy bark should offer a better grip.<ref name=":1">[[wikihow:Make-a-Sling-Shot\|How to Make a Sling Shot]], WikiHow, 7 November 2022, Retrieved on 24 December 2022.</ref> In the case of antlers, the tine tips and file grooves near the ends should be cut off.<ref name=":0" />

			Make sure that the bands have the same length. To attach the bands the frame, either a hole can be drilled (which should have a slightly smaller diameter than the band) or wrapped around the ends, in which case the bands ends should be trimmed.<ref name="WH" /><ref name=":0" /> Care should be taken if notches are carved: ff they are too high up on the prongs, the tension from the sling could cause them to snap, and if they are too low, the projectile shot can clip the bottom of the frame. Shorter bands allow to generate more power, but makes the sling more difficult to draw back.<ref name=":1" />

			The pouch and the band ends can be attached the same way. Sandpaper can be used to remove blur, and wood oil finish can be applied when done.<ref name=":0" />

	== Hunting ==		== Hunting ==

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	== Crafting instructions ==		== Crafting instructions ==
	When using a tree branch as frame, it should be left drying ~~three weeks~~ once cut or retrieved.<ref name="WH" /> In the case of antlers, the tine tips and file grooves near the ends should be cut off.<ref name=":0" /> Make sure that the bands have the same length. To attach the bands the frame, either a hole can be drilled (which should have a slightly smaller diameter than the band) or wrapped around the ends, in which case the bands ends should be trimmed.<ref name="WH" /><ref name=":0" /> The pouch and the band ends can be attached the same way. Sandpaper can be used to remove blur, and wood oil finish can be applied when done.<ref name=":0" />		When using a tree branch as frame, it should be left drying once cut or retrieved.<ref name="WH" /> It can either be dried in a microwave or left for a period of time, such as three weeks. Stripping the branch off loose, wet, or mossy bark should offer a better grip.<ref>[[wikihow:Make-a-Sling-Shot\|How to Make a Sling Shot]], WikiHow, 7 November 2022, Retrieved on 24 December 2022.</ref> In the case of antlers, the tine tips and file grooves near the ends should be cut off.<ref name=":0" /> Make sure that the bands have the same length. To attach the bands the frame, either a hole can be drilled (which should have a slightly smaller diameter than the band) or wrapped around the ends, in which case the bands ends should be trimmed.<ref name="WH" /><ref name=":0" /> The pouch and the band ends can be attached the same way. Sandpaper can be used to remove blur, and wood oil finish can be applied when done.<ref name=":0" />

	== Hunting ==		== Hunting ==

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	When using a tree branch as frame, it should be left drying three weeks once cut or retrieved.<ref name="WH" /> In the case of antlers, the tine tips and file grooves near the ends should be cut off.<ref name=":0" /> Make sure that the bands have the same length. To attach the bands the frame, either a hole can be drilled (which should have a slightly smaller diameter than the band) or wrapped around the ends, in which case the bands ends should be trimmed.<ref name="WH" /><ref name=":0" /> The pouch and the band ends can be attached the same way. Sandpaper can be used to remove blur, and wood oil finish can be applied when done.<ref name=":0" />		When using a tree branch as frame, it should be left drying three weeks once cut or retrieved.<ref name="WH" /> In the case of antlers, the tine tips and file grooves near the ends should be cut off.<ref name=":0" /> Make sure that the bands have the same length. To attach the bands the frame, either a hole can be drilled (which should have a slightly smaller diameter than the band) or wrapped around the ends, in which case the bands ends should be trimmed.<ref name="WH" /><ref name=":0" /> The pouch and the band ends can be attached the same way. Sandpaper can be used to remove blur, and wood oil finish can be applied when done.<ref name=":0" />

	== ~~Use~~ ==		== Hunting ==
	Slingshots can be used to hunt small game, including turkeys, rabbits and squirrels.<ref name="WH" />		Slingshots can be used to hunt small game, including turkeys, rabbits and squirrels.<ref name="WH" />

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PolarTwin: /* External links */ +Primitive Archer

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External links: +Primitive Archer

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	* [https://www.fieldandstream.com/articles/hunting/2010/10/how-make-handmade-slingshot/ How To Make A Handmade Slingshot] - T. Edward Nickens, 4 October 2010, Field & Stream		* [https://www.fieldandstream.com/articles/hunting/2010/10/how-make-handmade-slingshot/ How To Make A Handmade Slingshot] - T. Edward Nickens, 4 October 2010, Field & Stream
	* [https://www.outdoorlife.com/articles/2015/04/how-make-deer-antler-slingshot/ How to Make a Deer Antler Slingshot] - Frank Miniter, 8 April 2015, Outdoor Life		* [https://www.outdoorlife.com/articles/2015/04/how-make-deer-antler-slingshot/ How to Make a Deer Antler Slingshot] - Frank Miniter, 8 April 2015, Outdoor Life
			* [http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php/topic,20637.msg282862.html Homemade Slingshot] - 27 July 2010, Primitive Archer
	* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ieWrWLjii0 Carolina Camera: The Sling Shot Man] - CarolinaCamera, 30 April 2008, YouTube		* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ieWrWLjii0 Carolina Camera: The Sling Shot Man] - CarolinaCamera, 30 April 2008, YouTube
	* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgep-wQaJPs Natural rubber band slingshot: survival tips, make slingshot in forest] - Pre Technology, 13 April 2021, YouTube		* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgep-wQaJPs Natural rubber band slingshot: survival tips, make slingshot in forest] - Pre Technology, 13 April 2021, YouTube

PolarTwin: /* External links */ +Carolina Camera: The Sling Shot Man

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External links: +Carolina Camera: The Sling Shot Man

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	* [https://www.fieldandstream.com/articles/hunting/2010/10/how-make-handmade-slingshot/ How To Make A Handmade Slingshot] - T. Edward Nickens, 4 October 2010, Field & Stream		* [https://www.fieldandstream.com/articles/hunting/2010/10/how-make-handmade-slingshot/ How To Make A Handmade Slingshot] - T. Edward Nickens, 4 October 2010, Field & Stream
	* [https://www.outdoorlife.com/articles/2015/04/how-make-deer-antler-slingshot/ How to Make a Deer Antler Slingshot] - Frank Miniter, 8 April 2015, Outdoor Life		* [https://www.outdoorlife.com/articles/2015/04/how-make-deer-antler-slingshot/ How to Make a Deer Antler Slingshot] - Frank Miniter, 8 April 2015, Outdoor Life
			* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ieWrWLjii0 Carolina Camera: The Sling Shot Man] - CarolinaCamera, 30 April 2008, YouTube
	* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgep-wQaJPs Natural rubber band slingshot: survival tips, make slingshot in forest] - Pre Technology, 13 April 2021, YouTube		* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgep-wQaJPs Natural rubber band slingshot: survival tips, make slingshot in forest] - Pre Technology, 13 April 2021, YouTube
	* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTBusvW3ub4 Made With Natural Ingredients Slingshot \| slingshot challenge \|making in mountain \|pre technology] - Pre Technology, 14 September 2021, YouTube		* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTBusvW3ub4 Made With Natural Ingredients Slingshot \| slingshot challenge \|making in mountain \|pre technology] - Pre Technology, 14 September 2021, YouTube