Johnnymuffintop
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Re: Star Trek: Into Darkness "Concept" Phaser by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC
I'll take a dozen!
I'll take a dozen!
"Concept" Phase Weapon by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC
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kcpstudio
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Re: Star Trek: Into Darkness "Concept" Phaser by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC
Johnnymuffintop
Be careful, I may just add you to the list for 12 units. LOL
Johnnymuffintop
Be careful, I may just add you to the list for 12 units. LOL
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Johnnymuffintop
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Re: Star Trek: Into Darkness "Concept" Phaser by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC
Two questions: How much would each one cost (either just the parts or fully assembled) and would you consider doing a redesign of the TNG phasers as well?
Two questions: How much would each one cost (either just the parts or fully assembled) and would you consider doing a redesign of the TNG phasers as well?
JiminSTLouis
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Re: Star Trek: Into Darkness "Concept" Phaser by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC
Kenny, the concept solids look great! I love the targeting image. Maybe someone can turn out some clear decals with that image on it??
Also, I'd like to finish the black portions with some sort of paint that gives it kind of a rubberized grip feel. Does anyone have any suggestions? I want it thin enough so none of the detail is lost.
Kenny, the concept solids look great! I love the targeting image. Maybe someone can turn out some clear decals with that image on it??
Also, I'd like to finish the black portions with some sort of paint that gives it kind of a rubberized grip feel. Does anyone have any suggestions? I want it thin enough so none of the detail is lost.
Johnnymuffintop
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Re: Star Trek: Into Darkness "Concept" Phaser by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC
For a rubberized grip, just give it a bit of a coating from Tool-Dip, ideally the spray so the details will stay in better.
For a rubberized grip, just give it a bit of a coating from Tool-Dip, ideally the spray so the details will stay in better.
JiminSTLouis
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Re: Star Trek: Into Darkness "Concept" Phaser by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC
Thanks for the tip!
Thanks for the tip!
redshirt
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Re: Star Trek: Into Darkness "Concept" Phaser by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC
This is what I'm going to do with my Concept Phaser P1. I think the tiny jewel adds an extra subtle nod to the original and looks cool.
I'm also considering leaving the inside extending front nozzle as clear. Would that plastic yellow over time?
Kenney, can we tumble polish the raising P1 clear part? I'd like to laser etch that sighting pattern on to that part. Also, do you have any suggestions about weighting the phaser and what placement for the weighting?
This is what I'm going to do with my Concept Phaser P1. I think the tiny jewel adds an extra subtle nod to the original and looks cool.
I'm also considering leaving the inside extending front nozzle as clear. Would that plastic yellow over time?
Kenney, can we tumble polish the raising P1 clear part? I'd like to laser etch that sighting pattern on to that part. Also, do you have any suggestions about weighting the phaser and what placement for the weighting?
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JiminSTLouis
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Re: Star Trek: Into Darkness "Concept" Phaser by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC
If you can laser etch the sight, I would love to mail mine to you to have the same done, if you wouldn't mind my stealing your idea.
redshirt
If you can laser etch the sight, I would love to mail mine to you to have the same done, if you wouldn't mind my stealing your idea.
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kcpstudio
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Re: Star Trek: Into Darkness "Concept" Phaser by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC
redshirt...... the 3d printed clear plastic will yellow over time if exposed to direct sunlight. Mainly because ultra violet light is what actually cures the plastic. So, with that said.... I would pull a mold off the part and cast it in a clear 2 part resin with UV properties. Smooth On has some good stuff to use. You can laser etch either the Smooth On stuff or the 3d printed part because I do it all the time. As for the jewel.... looks good. FYI... all of those little "indents" on the dial are supposed to light up as you would spin the dial. Basically, increases power. But, It's not etched in stone so you do whatever you want the concept to be like.
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You'll have to try and tumble polish the plastic. I never did that so I can't give direction on it. It would be nice to know how it works out, though. In any case.... get some mold putty from Smooth On, mix it by hand, and make a quick mold in case you screw up the part. This way you can make more. If I had time, I would cut acrylic, but I don't, so I can't. That's a hint to one of you guys on here. Cogs turning yet?
redshirt...... the 3d printed clear plastic will yellow over time if exposed to direct sunlight. Mainly because ultra violet light is what actually cures the plastic. So, with that said.... I would pull a mold off the part and cast it in a clear 2 part resin with UV properties. Smooth On has some good stuff to use. You can laser etch either the Smooth On stuff or the 3d printed part because I do it all the time. As for the jewel.... looks good. FYI... all of those little "indents" on the dial are supposed to light up as you would spin the dial. Basically, increases power. But, It's not etched in stone so you do whatever you want the concept to be like.
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You'll have to try and tumble polish the plastic. I never did that so I can't give direction on it. It would be nice to know how it works out, though. In any case.... get some mold putty from Smooth On, mix it by hand, and make a quick mold in case you screw up the part. This way you can make more. If I had time, I would cut acrylic, but I don't, so I can't. That's a hint to one of you guys on here. Cogs turning yet?
redshirt
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Re: Star Trek: Into Darkness "Concept" Phaser by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC
Wow, that's even better! Is there way for the light in the body to light up those small square indents if we didn't paint over them if you provide clear parts? It be neat to have a gradient film somehow mounted under the dial to have some reveal to lighting it up as it turns.
redshirt...... the 3d printed clear plastic will yellow over time if exposed to direct sunlight. Mainly because ultra violet light is what actually cures the plastic. So, with that said.... I would pull a mold off the part and cast it in a clear 2 part resin with UV properties. Smooth On has some good stuff to use. You can laser etch either the Smooth On stuff or the 3d printed part because I do it all the time. As for the jewel.... looks good. FYI... all of those little "indents" on the dial are supposed to light up as you would spin the dial. Basically, increases power. But, It's not etched in stone so you do whatever you want the concept to be like.
Wow, that's even better! Is there way for the light in the body to light up those small square indents if we didn't paint over them if you provide clear parts? It be neat to have a gradient film somehow mounted under the dial to have some reveal to lighting it up as it turns.
Re: Star Trek: Into Darkness "Concept" Phaser by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC
It's interesting how this design seems to have satisfied a need in many of us for an updated version of the classic phaser design. I assume many of us were disappointed that this didn't happen with the new Star Trek movies which turned initially to some rather unusual art direction choices. It's fun to see the wheels turning in regards to the various functions suggested by this design.
Does anyone know if some sort of a clearcoat would prevent yellowing of the clear pieces? I'm mostly concerned about that pop-up targeting display.
It's interesting how this design seems to have satisfied a need in many of us for an updated version of the classic phaser design. I assume many of us were disappointed that this didn't happen with the new Star Trek movies which turned initially to some rather unusual art direction choices. It's fun to see the wheels turning in regards to the various functions suggested by this design.
Does anyone know if some sort of a clearcoat would prevent yellowing of the clear pieces? I'm mostly concerned about that pop-up targeting display.
kcpstudio
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Re: Star Trek: Into Darkness "Concept" Phaser by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC
Hey LabMan.... glad you mentioned that. YES.... is you purchase a can of Krylon clear with UV protectant, it works perfect and your part won't yellow. At least I have treated a ton of stuff I did for the new Godzilla film and that stuff is still looking great and no yellowing. So, I would highly go with that unless you cast a new part. If someone does do a mold and casts their target sight, please think about offering up any updates you do to others here.
Hey LabMan.... glad you mentioned that. YES.... is you purchase a can of Krylon clear with UV protectant, it works perfect and your part won't yellow. At least I have treated a ton of stuff I did for the new Godzilla film and that stuff is still looking great and no yellowing. So, I would highly go with that unless you cast a new part. If someone does do a mold and casts their target sight, please think about offering up any updates you do to others here.
red4
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Re: Star Trek: Into Darkness "Concept" Phaser by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC
Oh good lord. Now you have to tell us what you made for that movie!
Oh good lord. Now you have to tell us what you made for that movie!
kcpstudio
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Re: Star Trek: Into Darkness "Concept" Phaser by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC
red4
******* everything! I worked on that film for months and built all kinds of cool stuff. Don't ask! Oh for the love of GOD don't get anyone started. I can't answer and if I did...... the studio would have a field day with me. All I can say is that I have been excited about several movies I've worked on it the past...... However..... I really loved working on this one!
red4
******* everything! I worked on that film for months and built all kinds of cool stuff. Don't ask! Oh for the love of GOD don't get anyone started. I can't answer and if I did...... the studio would have a field day with me. All I can say is that I have been excited about several movies I've worked on it the past...... However..... I really loved working on this one!
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