Unlimited Run Vintage and Romans Graflex Blade holder

VINTAGE GRAFLEX BLADE HOLDER & FX CHASSIS' ( SOME *** REPLICA'S ONLY*** see below - )

( CHASSIS' by Goth 3 designs)

*** now I want to take a moment and say this. Romans has always delivered the most epic stuff, and it should be noted that just some details of the replicas are off by very little. And that all in all, the replicas he is providing are still stellar in everyway. I applaud Roman for offering to take on such an enormous task, time and again. He is a valuable member of the Community, and in the end the replicas are outstanding, for the FX crowd the deviation in tolerance/fitment to the Vintage is the issue, not the whole of the Replica. This has to be said in a broad perspective, because its true.
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NOTE *** Romans Current Graflex Replica DEVIATES from the Vintage Specifications, this is Unfortunate.
(to clarify the confusion, ourblade holders work on his previous Generations and Vintages just fine. At this time no Bladeholder offered on the market works perfectly with the new Romans.
Referring to the Current run as of January 6th 2017. *****

SEE IMAGE BELOW; BOTH Solo's Hold/ NefworXlab blade holders, VINTAGE left, and Current Romans Replica right

"Nerfworxlab's goal was to make the most accurate, and still FX functional blade adapter possible for Graflex conversions.

We spent a year refining the blade holders in research and prototyping over and over before we ever brought ours to market. We didn't rush out the solution, and we had no knowledge that Romans was going to be this way for the FX crowd, we are just as dismayed as many of you.

The Blade holders are made in the USA, from american made Kaiser aluminum, and Andodized finish, and are the most accurate FX blade adapters for GRAFLEX Conversions. ( utilizing a 7/8ths blade for a more accurate build)

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Awesome.

Here are the information about the chassis!

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Shop:
Everything will be available to purchase in a dedicated Shapeways section:
GOTH-3Designs on Shapeways
Make sure to read the entire post below before ordering, and then,
make sure you're ordering the right chassis version (and for the soundboard you wanna install)!

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General information:

- Grand Master chassis:
WORK IN PROGRESS
Limited Editions chassis line-up. Only available through completed builds.

- Master chassis:
WORK IN PROGRESS
Detailed chassis with metal Crystal Chamber. DIY kit with various parts to assemble (instructions will be posted).
Battery options are: 1x18650 3.7v, 2x16340 7.4v
Will be available for NB, CF, PC, PRIZM, I2, Spark Color 2, Spark 2 ("Multi-pass" Soundboard Holder)

- Knight chassis:
Multi-parts chassis including crystal chamber. Cheaper solution (plastic, can be painted) for a very nice reveal still.
Battery options are: 1x18650 3.7v, 2x16340 7.4v
Will be available for NB, CF, PC, PRIZM, I2, Spark Color 2, Spark 2 ("Multi-pass" Soundboard Holder)


- Padawan chassis:
All-in-1 chassis for simple install.
Extension available for CEx install with longer 7.4v 2x18500 battery.
Battery options are: 1x18650 3.7v, 2x18500 7.4v
Will be available for NB, PRIZM, PC, CF, I2, Spark Color 2, Spark 2 ("Multi-pass" Soundboard Holder). Optional module for CEx.

Example of install: http://imperialroyalarms.com/thread/6823/vintage-graflex-padawan-chassis-review

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Details:

Introducing "Multi-pass" Soundboard Holder, one card to hold them all.
Cut the part to fit the board you want, as indicated in the picture belew:


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GRAFLEX GRAND MASTER
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WORK IN PROGRESS

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GRAFLEX MASTER
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WORK IN PROGRESS

Prices:
Approx TBD

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GRAFLEX KNIGHT
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http://goth-customsabers.ftl-network.com/log/diy-graflex-knight-chassis/
Full install instructions - MUST READ!

Parts details:
- Main chassis => https://www.shapeways.com/product/K...ht-chassis-main-chassis-kit?optionId=59721288
- Mutli-pass Soundboard Holder => https://www.shapeways.com/product/23LE3YKNV/multipass-soundboard-holder
Additional parts:
- 2 x 4-40 threaded rods
- 2 x brass or copper rods (3mm max OD), 66mm lenbgth
- 2 x brass or copper rods (1.5mm max OD),66mm lenbgth
- Crystal 12mm OD, 25mm length approx

30awg wires or smaller mandatory:
Here are those (30awg) I use: on eBay (contact the seller directly to discuss shipping options)

Prices:
Approx $110

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GRAFLEX PADAWAN
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All-in-1 chassis for straightforward install.
The recharge port pins have to be cut short in order for the port to fit properly.
A second hole is available for either a 5mm led (to be glued), or a RICE port (by trimming the hole accordingly).
Meant to be attached to the blade holder with 2 x 4-40 threaded rods.
Hold a 28mm speaker, Bass or Premium.
A kill key is also included with on/off feature.
Example of install: http://imperialroyalarms.com/thread/6823/vintage-graflex-padawan-chassis-review

Parts details:
- Main chassis => https://www.shapeways.com/product/FU8XDC36U/graflex-padawan-chassis-optional-cex
- Mutli-pass Soundboard Holder => https://www.shapeways.com/product/23LE3YKNV/multipass-soundboard-holder

- Plecter Labs CEx/2x18500 optional extension => https://www.shapeways.com/product/FU8XDC36U/padawan-chassis-optional-cex

Prices:
Approx $70

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Please ask if you have any questions

Darth Ryo said:

To be edited for chassis details

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Yes, Sorry, We will be posting all the chassis details in the thread here.
Darth Ryo will be providing media in the thread. I will try to contact one of the mods to amend the title of the thread.

For now though the Pre orders on the Graflex adapters/blade holders is live here: http://www.soloshold.com/


Thanks and stay tuned. Solo

I ordered one for now. Thank you all for offering this.

Ordered. Can't wait to see the pics. Thanks for doing this and making it two-piece. :thumbsup

Ok guys, time for me to chime in here.

Basically, this Blade holder was my idea and the design is more or less exactly the way I envisioned it. So if you have any questions I'd be happy to help in any way I can. If anything is wrong, it's my fault.

Going over a few things first.

1. Addressing what Luke brought up about the slider on the flash. This will need to be shaved down as usual. The reason is, there is no way to get any actual blade depth and still use this piece. So it will need to be shaved down and done in the traditional manner should you choose to use the slider as a switch, which is our intention.
2. The glass eyes will be shine though, or not should you wish to block the light from bleeding out.
3. Should you wish to go ESB and use both red buttons as switches you can insert an adapter plate ( Yes, you'll have to make one) and use the existing plunger method like we always use.
4. The set screw that will be used is the flat head above the glass eye on the flash. Yes this is a 4-40, and probably not everyone's most desired method but you guys need to know that accuracy is the name of the game here. We will most likely be providing these screws with the BH. It's a working solution that has been used by myself and Scottjua.
Now, I have used a Glass eye as a blade retention before, which included notching the blade so that it would lock it in place, this is also a possible solution.
5. Vintage/replica bulb holder pieces will be re-used on this flash to get it as accurate as possible. THIS WAS PARAMOUNT IN THE DESIGN.

A couple things to keep in mind. We have been working on this design since LAST FALL when Roman's announced his plan to run replica flashes. Knowing that the community could heavily benefit from an accurate blade holder supplier ( Or maybe just cause I wanted one or ten), I told Aaron that we should look into it. Ryo and I basically hammered out all the details and this is what we got. Now keep in mind no one had ever done a blade holder with the accurate lip, or two piece design at this time.

Measurements are replicated to within .002 of the original vintage bulb adapter. This was a no joke project for us and not something we took lightly. I'll be doing a video for you guys showcasing it using original vintage parts, and installed in a vintage Graflex.

Shane, why does it cost so much? Well, lets take a look at at a standard blade holder. Ours not only has twice the amount of cuts, and material removal, but is also two pieces. The concave bevel on the blade holder, and existing lip are no joke and simple things like those effect the cost dramatically. Let's not even get into where it's made, the only way that a price like this is even possible is because we have Michelangelo over here operating the machines himself and not paying some shop to pay some guy to pay some other guy to operate them.

Notes, The design will allow for a FULL CRYSTAL CORE reveal chassis. We will get into that later. A couple of things though to keep in mind, as this is more of an accessory piece to a saber that we are all already familiar with, I would not expect a full write up on how to install one like Ryo was so kind enough to do with the V2's. That was a little different since we had designed the whole system, and not just a couple components. We will undoubtedly have some great build threads here and are looking forward to seeing them, so we do not think something like this would be necessary. However, a video going over all the features is definitely coming.

Thanks!

I'm marking this because I know I'll loose it later when I want to order!!!
I don't mind paying for quality and appreciate the efforts Gents!

Here we go, 3rd post updated with chassis info

I'm curious - who will be offering completed builds for access to the Grand Master chassis?

Great post. Thank you for going into such detail. Also, I think the price is great considering what it is. I've recently gotten into machining/ metal work and it isn't cheap. Design something similar and get a quote, it's going to be in the $150 to $200+ range unless you know someone. Decent cutters/ end mills are expensive, coolant isn't cheap, machine oil isn't cheap, good calipers and micrometers are insanely expensive. Worst of all all these things are consumables, like toner in a printer. I bought a chamfer bit (just one) last night and I almost cried while entering my payment information. Oh, and then comes labor and the actual machines (lathes, mills, CNC's) again a skilled machinist isn't cheap and neither are the machines.

Sorry rant over, but your price is extremely attractive.

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QUOTE=Darth Ryo;4012439]Here are the information about the chassis!

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Shop:
Everything will be available to purchase in a dedicated Shapeways section:
GOTH-3Designs on Shapeways
Make sure to read the entire post below before ordering, and then,
make sure you're ordering the right chassis version (and for the soundboard you wanna install)!

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

General information:

- Grand Master chassis:
WORK IN PROGRESS
Limited Editions chassis line-up. Only available through completed builds.

- Master chassis:
WORK IN PROGRESS
Detailed chassis with metal Crystal Chamber. DIY kit with various parts to assemble (instructions will be posted).
Battery options are: 1x18650 3.7v, 2x16340 7.4v
Will be available for NB, CF, PC, PRIZM, I2, Spark Color 2, Spark 2 ("Multi-pass" Soundboard Holder)

- Knight chassis:
Multi-parts chassis including crystal chamber. Cheaper solution (plastic, can be painted) for a very nice reveal still.
Battery options are: 1x18650 3.7v, 2x16340 7.4v
Will be available for NB, CF, PC, PRIZM, I2, Spark Color 2, Spark 2 ("Multi-pass" Soundboard Holder)
https://scontent-mad1-1.xx.fbcdn.ne...=ede01628e02aa41b95ccc4fdc2b27473&oe=57C00AE1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9ZpjwHjKv0

- Padawan chassis:
All-in-1 chassis for simple install.
Extension available for CEx install with longer 7.4v 2x18500 battery.
Battery options are: 1x18650 3.7v, 2x18500 7.4v
Will be available for NB, PRIZM, PC, CF, I2, Spark Color 2, Spark 2 ("Multi-pass" Soundboard Holder). Optional module for CEx.
https://images4.sw-cdn.net/product/picture/625x465_13531735_8431514_1460019185.jpg
Example of install: http://imperialroyalarms.com/thread/6823/vintage-graflex-padawan-chassis-review

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Details:

Introducing "Multi-pass" Soundboard Holder, one card to hold them all.
Cut the part to fit the board you want, as indicated in the picture belew:
View attachment 637736

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GRAFLEX GRAND MASTER
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WORK IN PROGRESS

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GRAFLEX MASTER
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WORK IN PROGRESS

Prices:
Approx TBD

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GRAFLEX KNIGHT
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http://goth-customsabers.ftl-network.com/log/diy-graflex-knight-chassis/
Full install instructions - MUST READ!

Parts details:
- Main chassis => https://www.shapeways.com/product/K...ht-chassis-main-chassis-kit?optionId=59721288
- Mutli-pass Soundboard Holder => https://www.shapeways.com/product/23LE3YKNV/multipass-soundboard-holder
Additional parts:
- 2 x 4-40 threaded rods
- 2 x brass or copper rods (3mm max OD), 66mm lenbgth
- 2 x brass or copper rods (1.5mm max OD),66mm lenbgth
- Crystal 12mm OD, 25mm length approx

30awg wires or smaller mandatory:
Here are those (30awg) I use: on eBay (contact the seller directly to discuss shipping options)

Prices:
Approx $110

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GRAFLEX PADAWAN
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All-in-1 chassis for straightforward install.
The recharge port pins have to be cut short in order for the port to fit properly.
A second hole is available for either a 5mm led (to be glued), or a RICE port (by trimming the hole accordingly).
Meant to be attached to the blade holder with 2 x 4-40 threaded rods.
Hold a 28mm speaker, Bass or Premium.
A kill key is also included with on/off feature.
Example of install: http://imperialroyalarms.com/thread/6823/vintage-graflex-padawan-chassis-review

Parts details:
- Main chassis => https://www.shapeways.com/product/FU8XDC36U/graflex-padawan-chassis-optional-cex
- Mutli-pass Soundboard Holder => https://www.shapeways.com/product/23LE3YKNV/multipass-soundboard-holder

- Plecter Labs CEx/2x18500 optional extension => https://www.shapeways.com/product/FU8XDC36U/padawan-chassis-optional-cex

Prices:
Approx $70

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Please ask if you have any questions [/QUOTE]

Foe Hammer said:

I'm curious - who will be offering completed builds for access to the Grand Master chassis?

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I am also interested in who is offering the Grand Master builds and is there a sign up page?

What's the difference between the "Deluxe Edition" you have posted a picture of on Facebook and the one I already ordered?

foe hammer said:

what's the difference between the "deluxe edition" you have posted a picture of on facebook and the one i already ordered?

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nothing.. The deluxe is the adapter..

SolosHold said:

nothing.. The deluxe is the adapter..

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Ah, gotcha, thanks!

the blade holder looks awesome!! I can't wait for this


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