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Interest BLADERUNNER Tomenosuke Direct replacement Steel Cylinders and Barrels
- Thread starter APOLLO IND
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Got you down! We’re halfway there guys
UPDATE! I've analyzed the 3D models and we are all set with the machinist! He gave me a tour of his shop today and showed me some of the projects they have going, very clean and excellent place. They have great clean finishes on their machining work as well.
Prices will remain the same, and I saw the models (which he will be emailing me to show you all). A couple of things:
1.) I have to CONFIRM the run before a sample can be produced because of the drastic cost of producing a one-off item.
2.) I found a place that does a BEAUTIFUL black oxide finish, and I can have this applied to the barrels and cylinders. (Can show samples of this finish)
3.) I have decided, though I would like to fund the run in total, I don't feel like it's the best use of funding to do it this way. Given the price doubled on the initial quote this is not economical. What Would be useful is if we could do 50% down, to 100% secure a spot, and (he has told me) I will have a ready-to-ship product within 4 weeks of confirming all 20 spots and the start of the machining. (this doesn't include those who would want a black oxide or blued finish, as that will depend on when the coaters are finished. They do items in batches.)
4.) Upon confirmation of 20 and deposit of 50%, I can get the sample finished, and I will film some of the production process, as well as provide close up photos of finish. I will ensure the quality is the very best it can possibly be. I will post updates weekly until products ship out.
So how does this sound to all of you? Any questions or Ideas? One other question, anyone interested in a bead-blasted matte steel finish? This can also get black oxide for a matte black finish.
Prices will remain the same, and I saw the models (which he will be emailing me to show you all). A couple of things:
1.) I have to CONFIRM the run before a sample can be produced because of the drastic cost of producing a one-off item.
2.) I found a place that does a BEAUTIFUL black oxide finish, and I can have this applied to the barrels and cylinders. (Can show samples of this finish)
3.) I have decided, though I would like to fund the run in total, I don't feel like it's the best use of funding to do it this way. Given the price doubled on the initial quote this is not economical. What Would be useful is if we could do 50% down, to 100% secure a spot, and (he has told me) I will have a ready-to-ship product within 4 weeks of confirming all 20 spots and the start of the machining. (this doesn't include those who would want a black oxide or blued finish, as that will depend on when the coaters are finished. They do items in batches.)
4.) Upon confirmation of 20 and deposit of 50%, I can get the sample finished, and I will film some of the production process, as well as provide close up photos of finish. I will ensure the quality is the very best it can possibly be. I will post updates weekly until products ship out.
So how does this sound to all of you? Any questions or Ideas? One other question, anyone interested in a bead-blasted matte steel finish? This can also get black oxide for a matte black finish.
Great question. These will NOT result in a price increase for a black oxide coat. This will be the preferred finish for those of you wanting a blued or black coating. He showed me a piece from that place that coats them, and he’d been using it quite a bit over time, and it hadn’t worn much at all. I was quite impressed with it. I want to pay for this myself to keep the price consistent for everyone
Basically we just need remaining spots filled and then I will begin taking deposits Again, great question!
smdwilliams
Member
Possibly interested in both pieces blued - how easy is it to replace the original? and do you have a picture of the different finishes?
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I’m in for a blued cylinder
Hello. Could you add me to list for a 1x STEEL CYLINDER please. Thank you
Congrats!! It’s a great experience!
Taylor Jean
Well-Known Member
*Edit* Interested in a blued barrel!
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Thanks!
I recently spoke with the machinist! His lead times are lengthening aproaching summer due to some new big contracts for him. So keep in mind everyone who is interested, that the original timeframe discussed in the thread may not be pertinent at this point.
Now I have been contacted by Tedzz and he has told me he would essentially sell me remaining stock to fulfill your interests (those of you who are here). So at least you will get something and if the run doesn’t fill up, we won’t be able to do it for a fair price, so this may not be a bad option. I wanted to get your thoughts on this everyone.
I’m in no rush.
Taylor Jean
Well-Known Member
Had to make an edit.. Just need a barrel!
I'm in!!!
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