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Post by Kyphotic_Jedi on Feb 14, 2020 11:13:43 GMT -5
You guy's!!! You're actually doing it!
I'm in for sure. Payment sent for one in full.
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Post by ic3cold on Feb 15, 2020 8:33:14 GMT -5
Looks great. Question, will they need to be painted or will the saver come in the dark gray colour scheme?
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Post by alecskirata on Feb 17, 2020 2:52:43 GMT -5
Will the blade be included? Or would it be possible to order the blade additional?
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Post by Solo's Hold on Feb 17, 2020 15:08:42 GMT -5
We are working on the blade stuff, they will be seperate. More to come in that Dept.
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Post by masterbota on Feb 18, 2020 16:45:29 GMT -5
Deposit sent!! 
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Post by Solo's Hold on Feb 20, 2020 11:58:42 GMT -5
Roger that, updated.
Pre order pricing will close in a few days. Please take advantage of the Early adopter pricing ( see pricing schedule in the run description) We are working on the custom blade right now, and will be posting media as things move forward.
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Post by Solo's Hold on Feb 21, 2020 10:56:58 GMT -5
This is a sample video of the design of the blade. Fully CNC machined from Polycarbonate (Polycarbonate plastics are engineering plastics in that they are typically used for more capable, robust materials such as in impact resistant “glass-like” surfaces) Custom Neopixel socket setup for dual 144led Neopixel illumination. **The blades will be availble to order seperately**
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Post by megtoothsith on Feb 21, 2020 11:03:19 GMT -5
I thought the initial pist included blades?
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Post by Solo's Hold on Feb 21, 2020 11:18:59 GMT -5
The Main post has always said the blade was seperate, and the website has said the same.
Through the prototype process we have had to tweak/revise/etc. Also, the materials for the blade were not set in stone, as we had to really go through some serious research in the process of "GETTING THERE" with respect to the most durable material choice of the POLYC variants.
We also knew, that during the hilt machining process' that any run participant would have the opportunity to aquire the blade prior to the hilts being completed.
Most importantly, getting the cost for the blade down as low as possible for as complicated to create it is was a challenge in itself. I think you guys will be happy once we show them.
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Post by megtoothsith on Feb 21, 2020 11:29:03 GMT -5
The Main post has always said the blade was seperate, and the website has said the same. Through the prototype process we have had to tweak/revise/etc. Also, the materials for the blade were not set in stone, as we had to really go through some serious research in the process of "GETTING THERE" with respect to the most durable material choice of the POLYC variants. We also knew, that during the hilt machining process' that any run participant would have the opportunity to aquire the blade prior to the hilts being completed. I hope that explains it, its always been in writing. Ok, I guess I was thinking back to the initial run post prior to this one, the older thread. It did state that the blade was included. That will certainly make this saber more costly. Any idea on the approximate blade costs?
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Post by Solo's Hold on Feb 21, 2020 11:37:18 GMT -5
I think you guys will be surprised once we post the blade availibilty.
Please keep in mind the limited nature of this whole production, at its core its really about engineering and making something that at first glance was challenging to do. Add to that the small scale of the project with the amount of time/ materials/ tooling/ the blade will be really inexepesive.
We will post the cost stuff asap, it really depends on the final production number when the run closes in a few days. Don't worry, they will be discounted for the pre order participants, becuase we know they are necessary to complete the saber. Some people will just want the hilt to display, so we will get that final #. Its not gonna be ridiculous, as the option of DIY blade will be available.
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Post by nanorex on Feb 21, 2020 17:54:33 GMT -5
Holy cow I had notifications on only for the interest thread, and if it weren't for the video being posted today I would have missed this run. A Neopixel blade is amazing news; I was expecting a regular in-hilt LED. Time to see if I've got some cash available before a week is up...
Do we have any internal dimensions? I'd love to start thinking about crystal chamber designs.
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Post by coldvizjerei on Feb 21, 2020 23:31:57 GMT -5
Deposit sent!
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Post by Solo's Hold on Feb 22, 2020 18:00:07 GMT -5
LIST UPDATED!!
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Post by silantstrike on Feb 24, 2020 11:32:24 GMT -5
is there a cost defined for the blade yet?
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Post by phantompickle on Feb 24, 2020 12:35:07 GMT -5
Deposit sent. In for one!
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Post by Obi-Shane on Feb 24, 2020 13:11:32 GMT -5
is there a cost defined for the blade yet? No not yet. We plan on making those as a kit and will be prototyping one shortly to show you guys. It's going to be made out of a custom machined piece of polycarbonate. And will be offered up as a kit, because kit's is what we do. Most likely there will be an option to have it built as well, not sure yet on that but we will see. Kit's will be cheaper and that's what we've always tried to do for you guys.
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Post by eldenshelton on Feb 26, 2020 4:19:58 GMT -5
Just sent deposit, paid in full. Please confirm. Thanks
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Post by megtoothsith on Feb 26, 2020 18:22:27 GMT -5
I'm absolutely stalking this thread for any additional info about blade before deadline approaches. I'm on the fence about maxing out on these hilts. I figure I could sell one to finance the whole gig, but really need a bit more information to see if that plan is going to be cost-effective. I know NWL sabers hold their value, I'm not worried about that.
Do you think there will be any guestimate on blade cost prior to the deadline? I guess that is a lot of our concern, if the blade is going to be another 500 bucks, that makes this a steep climb. I want another one, just the unknown costs are scaring the crap out of me on pulling the trigger on another one.
Tom
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Post by Solo's Hold on Feb 26, 2020 18:27:03 GMT -5
List updated
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Post by Solo's Hold on Feb 26, 2020 18:38:55 GMT -5
I'm absolutely stalking this thread for any additional info about blade before deadline approaches. I'm on the fence about maxing out on these hilts. I figure I could sell one to finance the whole gig, but really need a bit more information to see if that plan is going to be cost-effective. I know NWL sabers hold their value, I'm not worried about that. Do you think there will be any guestimate on blade cost prior to the deadline? I guess that is a lot of our concern, if the blade is going to be another 500 bucks, that makes this a steep climb. I want another one, just the unknown costs are scaring the crap out of me on pulling the trigger on another one. Tom Meg, all you gotta do is ask and I will accomodate you. I will post lots more data, and media as it all moves along. You will see a working blade, and a working saber. I always post updates on every single project, and that is not going to change.
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Post by brettunder on Feb 27, 2020 1:02:58 GMT -5
Sending deposit, this is going to be really cool...
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Post by nanorex on Feb 27, 2020 1:15:19 GMT -5
Deposit sent for one! Very excited for this one; can't wait for more details on the blade.
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Post by eldenshelton on Feb 27, 2020 2:22:42 GMT -5
Just noticed that my forum name is listed twice in no.25 and no.39. I am in for 1 hilt only.
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Post by Solo's Hold on Feb 27, 2020 9:41:34 GMT -5
Just noticed that my forum name is listed twice in no.25 and no.39. I am in for 1 hilt only. I think I had multiple orders open and it was in error as I when through the other master lists in the office.
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Post by Solo's Hold on Feb 27, 2020 10:20:13 GMT -5
list updated
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Post by willo42 on Feb 27, 2020 17:42:44 GMT -5
So, deadline on 30th of February...
Now, that's monday 2nd of March or is it a typo and deadline is tomorrow, 28th?
Just asking to be on the safe side.
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Post by silantstrike on Feb 28, 2020 7:47:28 GMT -5
leap year, so most likely tomorrow the 29th 
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Post by Solo's Hold on Feb 28, 2020 9:53:56 GMT -5
MArch 2nd
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Post by silantstrike on Feb 28, 2020 11:27:35 GMT -5
Deposit sent for one
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