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Post by Obi-Shane on Feb 18, 2019 12:28:06 GMT -5
Stop derailing the thread, Jediseth. 10 points from house Ravenclaw!  |
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Post by Jediseth on Feb 18, 2019 13:17:18 GMT -5
Sorry mate, The Solo’s Hold V2 is going to be the best anticipated saber of the year. 😁
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Post by Peacekeeper's Armory on Feb 18, 2019 15:01:30 GMT -5
How would you go about building a real V2 prop? A Rolls Royce balance pipe, an a bunch of other rare parts. Including a vintage Graflex flash. That would be an Obi ANH or Luke Graflex. Not a V2. |
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Post by Jediseth on Feb 18, 2019 15:15:42 GMT -5
A Rolls Royce balance pipe, an a bunch of other rare parts. Including a vintage Graflex flash. That would be an Obi ANH or Luke Graflex. Not a V2. Oh ya duh, I wasn’t thinking straight. 🤓 I was thinking Obi, it’s been on my mind lately. |
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Post by brrogers on Feb 18, 2019 18:30:34 GMT -5
Yeah. Not to mention the RR balance pipe is borderline impossible to find and insanely expensive
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Post by Obi-Shane on Feb 18, 2019 21:32:37 GMT -5
I wasn't even going to go into the specifics of how Jediseth 's plan was nothing like the original. And far be it from me to intervene in his plans of building a "real V2". I say get-er dun if that's what he wants to do. But let's get back on track here. As stated before, this will be as accurate as we can possibly make it and still be functional for a FX build. Rotating emitter and all. It's going to be just like the REAL V2. So, I'm not certain you're going to be able to actually get anything closer. One option would be to source the vintage used part, cone knob, clamp card, mystery chunk exc. Good luck with those, but it would be epic fun to do. |
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Post by Obi-Shane on Feb 18, 2019 21:52:55 GMT -5
Sorry mate, The Solo’s Hold V2 is going to be the best anticipated saber of the year. 😁 Aaaaaaaaaaand 12 points to House Ravenclaw!  |
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Post by Machinimax on Feb 18, 2019 22:50:05 GMT -5
Are we looking at a 7/8" or 1" blade for this beauty?
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Post by dayadjocen on Feb 19, 2019 0:16:46 GMT -5
Are we looking at a 7/8" or 1" blade for this beauty? It was stated that it would likely be 7/8" |
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Post by Rogue 5 on Feb 19, 2019 1:35:43 GMT -5
Don't know if this falls under "Classified" info but will the updated accurate hole in the emitter also serve as the new blade retention method or will it be like the first run V2? Would definitely be easier to have a more simple method.
I mean I'm in either way. You could use bubble gum for blade retention for all I care. Just make sure it's Bubblicious. Or Big League Chew.
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Post by Obi-Shane on Feb 19, 2019 21:13:47 GMT -5
Don't know if this falls under "Classified" info but will the updated accurate hole in the emitter also serve as the new blade retention method or will it be like the first run V2? Would definitely be easier to have a more simple method. I mean I'm in either way. You could use bubble gum for blade retention for all I care. Just make sure it's Bubblicious. Or Big League Chew. In my experience the method we used for the original V2 worked out excellent. What issues did you have? Maybe I can help. But no, we went with the two set screws method that's used on the original prop. We had no idea these existed during our Gen1 V2. Bubblicious definitely. Grape if possible. Watermelon if not. |
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Post by Obi-Shane on Feb 19, 2019 21:21:01 GMT -5
Are we looking at a 7/8" or 1" blade for this beauty? It was stated that it would likely be 7/8" Actually, this one is going to be 1". For Neo installs you are going to do some small mods to the heatsink (obviously) like lathe/grind down the wall of the led module so the blade can sit flush with the connector. |
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Post by dayadjocen on Feb 19, 2019 21:59:30 GMT -5
It was stated that it would likely be 7/8" Actually, this one is going to be 1". For Neo installs you are going to do some small mods to the heatsink (obviously) like lathe/grind down the wall of the led module so the blade can sit flush with the connector. Oh! Good to know. I thought SH said it was going to likely be 7/8" earlier in the thread. As to LED module thing, is it not going to be a sleeved heatsink like PP/Roman hilts? I thought from the pics it looked like it was. I might be mixing up my hilts tho. 😂 So trim the outside of the LED module to fit inside the blade tube? (Hence making an inner sleeve...?) |
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Post by Rogue 5 on Feb 20, 2019 1:44:01 GMT -5
Don't know if this falls under "Classified" info but will the updated accurate hole in the emitter also serve as the new blade retention method or will it be like the first run V2? Would definitely be easier to have a more simple method. I mean I'm in either way. You could use bubble gum for blade retention for all I care. Just make sure it's Bubblicious. Or Big League Chew. In my experience the method we used for the original V2 worked out excellent. What issues did you have? Maybe I can help. But no, we went with the two set screws method that's used on the original prop. We had no idea these existed during our Gen1 V2. Bubblicious definitely. Grape if possible. Watermelon if not. Oh no issues at all, Shane! I'm just lazy lol. One less step to put a blade on  For the sake of retaining screen accuracy (or what was believed to be at the time), it was a brilliant solution. In fact if you guys ever do a Hero, I would imagine that would have to be the way to go again. When I said easier, I should have said more convenient. That would have been a better word to use. Not that it was inconvenient really. But I guess the one minor and I mean very minor almost not worth mentioning downside was you had to have a dedicated V2 blade with the compression socket. Not a big deal with an inexpensive "empty" blade. But now with a more expensive Neopixel blade, it's nice you wouldn't have to dedicate it to only one hilt. Not that I would mind at all dedicating a Neopixel blade to your V2. But it's nice to know nonetheless  |
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Post by Solo's Hold on Feb 21, 2019 13:34:13 GMT -5
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Post by DarkSideTendencies on Feb 23, 2019 23:28:09 GMT -5
1” now...really? Is that a 100% locked in blade size determination?
Kicked in the butt yet AGAIN for trying to get stuff early and when available; 7/8” VV neopixel blade specifically for my V2. Might be selling this off if the 1” is it. Bummer...for the extra blade I now have and for 1”, that’s too thick IMHO.
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Post by ARKM on Feb 24, 2019 0:59:48 GMT -5
1” now...really? Is that a 100% locked in blade size determination? Kicked in the butt yet AGAIN for trying to get stuff early and when available; 7/8” VV neopixel blade specifically for my V2. Might be selling this off if the 1” is it. Bummer...for the extra blade I now have and for 1”, that’s too thick IMHO. If it bothers you that much, one possible solution is an aluminum 1" to 7/8" adapter (made to whatever height is needed to blend in with the rest of the blade holder of course). It's super easy for those with a lathe to make it would be pretty cheap. Just a thought. |
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Post by Solo's Hold on Feb 24, 2019 15:25:40 GMT -5
We do 7/8 to 1 inch adapters all the time. However that won't work with this saber I am afraid.
I am sorry to be the barer of that news.
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Post by ARKM on Feb 24, 2019 15:30:50 GMT -5
Well poop, lol.
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Post by forcellama on Feb 24, 2019 16:36:34 GMT -5
oh, i bet DT could sell that 7/8" neopixel blade to somebody around here who wants to upgrade their tricree DV6...  . |
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Post by DarkSideTendencies on Feb 24, 2019 19:36:36 GMT -5
Seems Aaron just confirmed the 1” blade so yes I most likely have an extra 7/8” VV neopixel blade that don’t need. Feel free to shoot me a PM if interested; wink wink.
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Post by Solo's Hold on Mar 13, 2019 8:34:36 GMT -5
Pre Orders are now Closed, any very limited over run over the pre orders( very limited) will be at Production Pricing. We left the pre-orders open for several months to give anyone an opportunity to join the 1 time run. ( there will not be another)
Only the handful of guys that early adopted( pre ordered ) will get the Fx Vented secondary pommel also included with their sabers GRATIS ( this was the add on bonus for pre orders)
Once again, we apologize for the secrecy of the show and tell, there really is no explanation needed unless you just joined the hobby in the last couple months.
More to come, waiting to hear back from the Nickle/chrome platers on some small parts.
There will be Accurate greeblies also available al la carte on the website soon for those of you who want to update any existing V2 you have with more accurate pieces.
Notice: We will be closed from the 20th of March to April 1st or 2nd. It is our childrens spring break, and immediate family wedding.
Thank you , Solo and family
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Post by treansoturi on Mar 13, 2019 9:39:11 GMT -5
Thanks for the update, glad I got in (in September, so it has been a long open opportunity!).
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Post by asrn on Mar 13, 2019 12:07:29 GMT -5
Damn right when I was about to pre-order this Friday...guess ill have to get in on the production run. Excited to see what will be shown!
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Post by asrn on Mar 20, 2019 12:51:12 GMT -5
I just placed my order for the gen 2. So stoked! I haven't bought a saber in over a year and half, but knowing NerfworXlab's work from owning the gen 1, I know this hilt will be special. This will be the closest thing to owning the real V2 prop.
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Post by goodie2325 on Apr 6, 2019 10:22:08 GMT -5
Any updated news or pics to tease us with of the Gen 2 V2?
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Post by fourzze on Apr 8, 2019 10:20:50 GMT -5
Pre Orders are now Closed, any very limited over run over the pre orders( very limited) will be at Production Pricing. We left the pre-orders open for several months to give anyone an opportunity to join the 1 time run. ( there will not be another) Only the handful of guys that early adopted( pre ordered ) will get the Fx Vented secondary pommel also included with their sabers GRATIS ( this was the add on bonus for pre orders) Once again, we apologize for the secrecy of the show and tell, there really is no explanation needed unless you just joined the hobby in the last couple months. More to come, waiting to hear back from the Nickle/chrome platers on some small parts. There will be Accurate greeblies also available al la carte on the website soon for those of you who want to update any existing V2 you have with more accurate pieces. Notice: We will be closed from the 20th of March to April 1st or 2nd. It is our childrens spring break, and immediate family wedding. Thank you , Solo and family NOOOOOOO!!!! My tax return was pushed back and I missed out!!! CURSE YOU IRS....CURSE YOOOOOUUUUUU!!!!!! |
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Post by dayadjocen on Apr 8, 2019 10:29:44 GMT -5
Pre Orders are now Closed, any very limited over run over the pre orders( very limited) will be at Production Pricing. We left the pre-orders open for several months to give anyone an opportunity to join the 1 time run. ( there will not be another) Only the handful of guys that early adopted( pre ordered ) will get the Fx Vented secondary pommel also included with their sabers GRATIS ( this was the add on bonus for pre orders) Once again, we apologize for the secrecy of the show and tell, there really is no explanation needed unless you just joined the hobby in the last couple months. More to come, waiting to hear back from the Nickle/chrome platers on some small parts. There will be Accurate greeblies also available al la carte on the website soon for those of you who want to update any existing V2 you have with more accurate pieces. Notice: We will be closed from the 20th of March to April 1st or 2nd. It is our childrens spring break, and immediate family wedding. Thank you , Solo and family NOOOOOOO!!!! My tax return was pushed back and I missed out!!! CURSE YOU IRS....CURSE YOOOOOUUUUUU!!!!!! Dude, you had like 7 months to jump on this boat... lol. Can't wait for mine! I be getting the FX vented pommel too. 😝 |
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Post by asrn on Apr 8, 2019 15:16:58 GMT -5
NOOOOOOO!!!! My tax return was pushed back and I missed out!!! CURSE YOU IRS....CURSE YOOOOOUUUUUU!!!!!! Dude, you had like 7 months to jump on this boat... lol. Can't wait for mine! I be getting the FX vented pommel too. 😝 I was on the same boat. I missed pre-orders by a couple of days but went ahead and pulled the trigger on the full production cost. I'd figure it will be well worth it to own the most accurate V2. Not to mention how Aaron stated this will be a very limited run, I didn't want to have the horrible feeling of FOMO once people started posting their hilts coming in the mail. I have full trust in NerfworXlab that they will deliver the best and most accurate V2 on the market. I can't wait to see people's weathering techniques especially Halliwax's weathering on the gen2. |
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Post by dayadjocen on Apr 8, 2019 15:58:55 GMT -5
Dude, you had like 7 months to jump on this boat... lol. Can't wait for mine! I be getting the FX vented pommel too. 😝 I was on the same boat. I missed pre-orders by a couple of days but went ahead and pulled the trigger on the full production cost. I'd figure it will be well worth it to own the most accurate V2. Not to mention how Aaron stated this will be a very limited run, I didn't want to have the horrible feeling of FOMO once people started posting their hilts coming in the mail. I have full trust in NerfworXlab that they will deliver the best and most accurate V2 on the market. I can't wait to see people's weathering techniques especially Halliwax's weathering on the gen2. Trooper Tent is already planning to do stencils for it too... it's gonna be suweeeeeeet... (sorry fourzze 😝) Think you can still maybe get one at production though? |
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