Tube (toothpaste, glue, etc.) squeezer, crafting crimper

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This is a handheld tube squeezer that employs interlocking gear teeth to firmly grasp and compress tube contents, while crimping paper, cardstock, or foils for crafting purposes. Two versions are available - one is designed specifically for use with toothpaste tubes, whereas the other is adjustable for thicker tubes and various crafting applications. An additional file is provided for a handle attachment that can be used with the adjustable version for more precise control during crafting activities. To assemble the device, I utilized two lengths of 4mm all-thread rod, cut to size, to provide added structural integrity by joining the sides together using three nyloc nuts and a wing nut. For the adjustable model, it is necessary to drill two holes with a 3mm tap and install two 3mm X 8 or longer 3mm bolts each.