Syd Mead's concept Blade Runner blaster

[Nixon]

Posted the project over at Prop Summit and Skin-Job said he's interested in making matching holsters for it
http://propsummit.com/viewtopic.php?p=60765#60765

Looking at his previous holsters, they'll be lovely

 

[Sean]

wondering what the proper paint job for this would be. Chrome?

 

[Nixon]

I'm thinking I might get mine vacuum metalized. I imagine it's a bit pricey, but it'll be nice to make my first ever prop look fancy.

 

[Sean]

Would look sweet. I think i will go with alclad. cheap and mine will be just a show piece..

 

[Nixon]

Got more than enough interest now to do a run, so will be ordering an Ultimaker 2 so I can print off the best possible master for casting. Will be buying it in a few weeks time as I've got my masters degree dissertation due in 2 weeks and don't want to be distracted by the printer.

 

[Sean]

Real world stuff before prop's. no problem. works for me as I need to clear a few things myself. good luck with the dissertation Nixon.

 

[Nixon]

Had another fiddle with the model and a microswitch should fit. Means I can get a trigger to work! Should be able to test it soon as I cracked and bought an Ultimaker 2 this morning.

 

[Mike J.]

That looks like a nice machine, with very fine resolution.

 

[Nixon]

Managed to get a new one on Amazon for £1400 or about $2300. About £500 cheaper than list so I was rather chuffed. Still expensive, but I should make the money back soon. Got another kit in the works and some possible commissions from my cosplaying friends.

 

[Mike J.]

Good for you!

 

[Sean]

Managed to get a new one on Amazon for £1400 or about $2300. About £500 cheaper than list so I was rather chuffed. Still expensive, but I should make the money back soon. Got another kit in the works and some possible commissions from my cosplaying friends.

May I ask If you have the casting equipment? would like to know more on those plans.

 

[Nixon]

May I ask If you have the casting equipment? would like to know more on those plans.

Researching that at the moment, looking at using http://www.easycomposites.co.uk/Products/silicone-mould-resin-casting-starter-kit.aspx

 

[Sean]

No pressure or vacuum chamber's.?

 

[Nixon]

Afraid not, though i imagine I should be able to get a good cast without one.

 

[Sean]

Finger's crossed.:thumbsup

 

[Nixon]

Printer arrived on Thursday and I've spent the last few evenings tuning it to get the best print quality. The knurled dial on the bottom of the grip just needs a light sand and it'll be perfect.

 

[Sean]

Looks like a great print for a machine you just got. figured It would take awhile to dial It In. looks good. but not exactly sure were It goes. that's on the very bottom of the grip?

 

[Nixon]

It's a selector dial on the bottom of the grip.

 

[Sean]

Oh! I totally missed that part. cool. what part are you going to make next if I may ask?

 

[joberg]

Excellent results with that machine...keep up the good work!