When bashing and crashing doesn’t work, sometimes slashing will. The Rip Stick is just as devastating as it looks, and does exactly what the name implies… rips things apart. This homemade tool makes for a more than intimidating and formidable weapon against Zombies… both living and undead. In fact, this bladed homemade weapon is great for all sorts of chopping, hacking, and slashing, but we don’t recommend using it for a shave.
Depending on the type of saw blade used (size of teeth, diameter of blade, etc.) the Rip Stick is capable of causing varying degrees and types of damage to whatever objects you may be battling.
Tools: Handsaw, clamp, 1/2″ size wrench, drill, 1/2″ drill bit, thick work gloves, and a knife (if using grip tape).
Materials: Axe Handle, 1/2″ diameter bolt with matching nut and lock-washer, circular saw blade, and grip tape (optional).
Step 1. Carefully lay the saw blade out on the handle, leaving about 1/4 of it protruding over the top of the handle. Mark the bottom edge of the blade on the handle (this will be your “cut-to” point down the middle of the handle). Mark the center hole of the blade onto the handle (this will be for the bolt used to secure the blade to the handle).
Step 2. Attach the axe handle to your workbench, and carefully drill through it using the 1/2″ bit. Make sure to do this step slowly or you risk causing unnecessary damage to the structure of the handle.
Step 3. Using your handsaw, carefully cut down the center of the handle. DO NOT cut past the mark you made earlier on the side of the handle.
Put on your work gloves before continuing any further in the process!
Step 4. Carefully place/wedge the saw blade into the slit you made down the center of the axe handle. If you marked and cut everything correctly, you should be able to line-up the blade with the drilled hole you made, and still maintain a tight fit.
Step 5. Secure the blade in place using the bolt, nut, and lock-washer combo you set aside at the beginning. Be careful not to over-tighten the bolt or you may split the handle.
Step 6 (OPTIONAL). While a axe handle is designed for great body mechanics, the grip can be improved upon. By adding a bit of grip tape you’ll not only improve the look, but you’ll make each swing much more securely.
If swung with skill, this devastating homemade Anti-Zombie device could easily save your life; if misused or not treated with the proper respect it could easily take it. The Rip Stick is not a toy, and EXTREME CAUTION should be taken when making and/or using it. Never treat a tool or weapon as a plaything, and always wear the appropriate protective gear.
For a full list of DIY Zombease projects, see our DIY Or Die Trying page.
* Zombease, and the staff of Zombease, does not condone the use or making of weapons for use against living beings; and we do not condone or recommend violence or the use of weaponry as practice for Zombie fights. We are not responsible for any accidents, damage to persons or property and/or loss of life occurring from the information listed above.
