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Two Trees 6050 CNC Review: The Best CNC for Makers Who’ve Outgrown Small Machines

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If you’ve ever looked at a CNC router and wondered whether it could actually cut accurately without endless tuning, upgrades, or frustration, you’re not alone. Most people start with small desktop CNCs. They’re fine for engraving. Maybe light cuts. But once you try to build real projects—full panels, repeatable parts, or anything that needs precision, […]

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JMD-JLS: The First CNC Precision Made Custom Fightstick from JUANminiDIY

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I’ve built a lot of fightsticks over the years. Each one unique, each one crafted with precision and care. But today, I want to introduce something truly special: the JMD-JLS, our sleekest, thinnest, and most refined all-button fightstick yet. This isn’t just another case. It’s a statement. The Journey to CNC Precision For years, I

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JMD Featured Gamer: Joevani Mark “Turkido” Mazza and His JUANminiDIY Custom Fightstick

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In the Street Fighter competitive scene, some players stand out not only for their skill but for the passion, dedication, and insights they bring to the game. This month, we had the pleasure of interviewing Joevani Mark Mazza—better known to the community as “Turkido,” “Turks,” or simply “Turki.” With an impressive track record, Turkido has

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Why Fight Sticks Are Better Than Controllers (And When They’re Not)

Fightstick Guide

The Ongoing Debate Alright, let’s be real. If you’re serious about fighting games, you’ve probably heard this argument a million times: “Fight sticks are better than controllers!” But is that really the case? As a fellow gamer who’s logged countless hours in both casual and competitive matches, I can tell you that the answer isn’t

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From Passion to Profit: How to Start a Custom Wooden Arcade Stick Business

Fightstick Guide

Starting a woodworking business can be one of the most rewarding and fulfilling journeys you’ll ever embark on, especially when it’s focused on a niche as exciting as crafting custom wooden arcade sticks. As someone who’s been down this path—building over 400 wooden fightsticks for gamers worldwide—I want to share what it takes to start

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