Some Ball & Socket tools and materials of the trade

As you can see, things can get a little messy while in the throws of fabrication.


My "beater" digi-calipers. Seen some action, still holding up...for now.



Good ol' reliable 3/8" end mill...ahh, memories.
This vise has seen quite a tour of duty as well. It was never great, but it did it's job.




Raw steel stock.
What unborn ball & socket armatures look like. Young 'uns brimming with potential.




Choppin' em up on a compound band-saw.