NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread!

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NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 8:51:55 GMT -5 Obi-Shane, sandpeople, and 15 more like this

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GRAFLEX GRAND MASTER CHASSIS

NerfworXlab
Collaboration at its best!

NerfworXlab is the umbrella name for our long lasting collaboration between

Solo's Hold, Obi-Shane, Crucible Custom Props, GOTH-3Designs!
Special guest: Harp Lightsabers

We continue to work hard to bring the best collector props:

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GRAFLEX GRAND MASTER
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9/26 - General Update:
First of all, let's start by saying sorry for the delay in updating this thread. We have all been quite busy managing various projects in parallel. But here we are now and this is the first big update on this run, with a bit more details and a price estimate.

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Current status: Working on the prototype
We are working with Harp in producing the first prototype of this chassis.
No work in progress pics will be shown until we have it ready, but for those familiar with Harp's work, you know what to expect!

Run Details: Here are the details we can communicate so far
- Top of the line chassis, designed by Harp Lightsabers in collaboration with the NerfworXlab team.
It will include our accurate 2 part blade holder, and blade plug (which we've already released).
The chassis will be made from machined metal, with a mix of materials including exotic metals.
- Top of the line soundboard and install, with Plecter Labs Crystal Focus 9 and Micro-USB recharge / rice combo (Demo).
In order to optimize the chassis space, only CF9 installs will be available (no CEX) with either 7.4v or hacked 3.7v setups.
- The Grand Master Chassis is a NerfworXlab exclusive, and not available for DIY.
Given its complexity, this run is for a complete installed chassis, only available through NerfworXlab members.
- In order to make things easier, this run is dedicated to the complete core chassis only.
We've removed complex options to manage (like send in your hilt or buy a complete Graflex).
You are entering this run to buy a complete and functioning chassis core.
- We suggest you to source your own replica (like TGS when available) or vintage and send it to the team for conversion.
This is just to avoid missing replica run and get the stock when it's available.
However, no issue either if you want us to find it and purchase it at current market price for you of course.

Price: Here is a first ballpark estimate
Estimate: $3999
As we understand that price is an important decision point, we've made our best to estimate it given our current progress, even without the full knowledge of exotic materials costs..., and hopefully this will be more or less the right one.
We also try to remain competitive, so feel free to compare this estimate to other equivalent machined and highly detailed chassis.

ETA: To be defined
We will detail the timeline as soon as we have it ready (once prototyping phase is over).
We are really thankful for your patience.

Purchasing: Interest list stage - run not yet officially open for deposit
Given this last major update on this run, we have created a confirmed interest list (while keeping the previous list below for reference).
Please confirm your interest if you really plan to enter this run, and we will keep you update once the deposit / pre-order price and run entry will officially start.

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Confirmed interest list:
01- Obi-Shane
02- Dart Ryô
03- jedisushi
04- darthben123
05- ms80444
06- coldvizjerei
07- cjo128
08- Brun Hogosha
09- el1
10- shadycanuck
11- dracku
12- martinsabers
13- aginor
14- keyang
15- littlebluebox27
16- saberjunkie
17- drthompson65
18- darkblade
19- Nolan Reyn
20- savadude
21- lazid
22- nemesis
23- Pfockerchief
24-
25-
26-
27-
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29-
30-

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Previous records:

6- nirraven

8- lordofthesquids

9- rey

10- 04eblue

11- Revanchist

14- biggs79

15- darthpool

16- krow555
17- nunes
18- mtizzle777
19- heman
21- kusaka
22- drartoo
23- jamielov
28- wolf69
29- avrin
30- mattbio
31- sarge930
33- nobfett
34- Kobra Fett
35- jamiemp
36- pepperpete
37- djcbooks81
38- Bruce Wayne
40- kotaro
43- daishan
46- keeperoftherancor
47- zjunlimited
48- mvtfrmchi
49- watchmaker
50- coldvizjerei
51- superserg
52- so3gonzalez
53- padawan311
54- mariokart64
56- pistolpetah1
57- livekbolo
60- mandalorelives
61- psycoscgv
63- ahsoka
64- kublaiboy
66- dyscrazia
67- darthpastrami
69- wretched
71- daisyridbae
72- treansorturi
75- boochydog
78- sunjeevp
79- padawan311
80- kanjiklub
82- korrick
83- jedimax
84-hondo
85- jcdenton
86- tgwolfwood1981
87- eldenshelton
93-visitorfromhell
94- mshaydown
95- mattkc987
96- treansorturi

Last Edit: Oct 23, 2017 3:59:44 GMT -5 by Darth Ryô

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Obi-Shane Alliance Member Posts: 3,613	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 9:03:29 GMT -5 via mobile Darth Ryô and Ben Solo like this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Obi-Shane on Dec 6, 2016 9:03:29 GMT -5 Big bada boom!

Ben Solo Captain Formerly darthben123 Posts: 674	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 9:16:24 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Ben Solo on Dec 6, 2016 9:16:24 GMT -5 I am absolutely in, with the "send in your own" option! EDIT: Option 2B haha thanks dudes :')
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fonzie Lieutenant Posts: 315	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 9:55:37 GMT -5 via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by fonzie on Dec 6, 2016 9:55:37 GMT -5 I'm in. Send in your own vintage.

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NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 10:11:15 GMT -5

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Post by arrtamyrdhyn on Dec 6, 2016 10:11:15 GMT -5

Potentially interested in a 2.B, and I already have a new CF8 on hand that I could send with it, so wondering if that would decrease the cost any.
Also, will these have an option for a real crystal, instead of a 3D printed one? Or could we install one later?

Since I already ordered a master chassis from shapeways I might have one of them up for grabs if this price is feasible for me.

There is one caveat about my Vintage.. I lost the pins years ago, so I have to order a set of them...

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nirraven Pilot Posts: 71	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 10:57:20 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by nirraven on Dec 6, 2016 10:57:20 GMT -5 Fasten your seatbelt, the interesst will blast you away. I am tottaly in!!! 1.A Is there a price range what the 1.B would cost more?
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shadycanuck Captain Member of River City Jedi Posts: 797	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 11:27:11 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by shadycanuck on Dec 6, 2016 11:27:11 GMT -5 Interested in the 2B option as well, depending on price.
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NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 11:27:46 GMT -5

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List updated!

Dec 6, 2016 10:11:15 GMT -5 arrtamyrdhyn said:

I already have a new CF8 on hand that I could send with it, so wondering if that would decrease the cost any.
Also, will these have an option for a real crystal, instead of a 3D printed one? Or could we install one later?

About the CF8, yes, the cost will be adjusted accordingly.
3D printed crystals are in my shop to help those that cannot find their own, this is not the case regarding this run

Dec 6, 2016 10:57:20 GMT -5 nirraven said:

Is there a price range what the 1.B would cost more?

As said in the OP, we will disclose more details early next year about pricing

We have put the option 1.B there to see if there is interest, but we cannot commit on having it available and at what price.
For Vintage, option 2.B will be favored, while we will try to have a few on our own too!

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jcru Major "It's a Trap!" Posts: 1,152	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 11:35:57 GMT -5 via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by jcru on Dec 6, 2016 11:35:57 GMT -5 In for 2.A, assuming Roman comes through with those. I also have the CF8 and CEX and also the SH blade holder to send in, just waiting on the replica.
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rey Recruit Posts: 14	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 12:00:34 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by rey on Dec 6, 2016 12:00:34 GMT -5 2.A for me depending on the price

04eblue Commander Posts: 249	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 12:48:52 GMT -5 via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by 04eblue on Dec 6, 2016 12:48:52 GMT -5 Please put me down for a 2.A

Revanchist Pilot Posts: 53	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 15:18:34 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Revanchist on Dec 6, 2016 15:18:34 GMT -5 2B for me. I already have a vintage with Scott so we will alter course and go this route.

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NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 15:40:49 GMT -5

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Post by Rogue 5 on Dec 6, 2016 15:40:49 GMT -5

Awesome, Ryo! I've been looking forward to seeing how your GM chassis turns out.

One question though... and I've never assembled a Graflex so please forgive me if I'm asking an obvious question here. Will your chassis be able to utilize the longer (vintage/original style) brass pins or only the short ones?

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NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 15:44:54 GMT -5

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Dec 6, 2016 15:40:49 GMT -5 Rogue 5 said:

Awesome, Ryo! I've been looking forward to seeing how your GM chassis turns out.

One question though... and I've never assembled a Graflex so please forgive me if I'm asking an obvious question here. Will your chassis be able to utilize the longer (vintage/original style) brass pins or only the short ones?

From the description, it says that they will be using the Solos Hold blade holder. This will allow the use of the more accurate longer brass pins but I am sure you could use the shorter pins if you wanted to as well

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NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 15:57:11 GMT -5

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Dec 6, 2016 15:44:54 GMT -5 04eblue said:

Dec 6, 2016 15:40:49 GMT -5 Rogue 5 said:

Awesome, Ryo! I've been looking forward to seeing how your GM chassis turns out.

One question though... and I've never assembled a Graflex so please forgive me if I'm asking an obvious question here. Will your chassis be able to utilize the longer (vintage/original style) brass pins or only the short ones?

From the description, it says that they will be using the Solos Hold blade holder. This will allow the use of the more accurate longer brass pins but I am sure you could use the shorter pins if you wanted to as well

I remember in Shane's video he mentioned that if you're going to have a full reveal chassis (which I'm assuming the GM chassis will be), you could only use the short pins. I might be wrong on that. Sorry, Shane, if I'm mis-quoting you.

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NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 16:19:45 GMT -5 Rogue 5 likes this

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Dec 6, 2016 15:57:11 GMT -5 Rogue 5 said:

I remember in Shane's video he mentioned that if you're going to have a full reveal chassis (which I'm assuming the GM chassis will be), you could only use the short pins. I might be wrong on that. Sorry, Shane, if I'm mis-quoting you.

The accurate pins (or the re-use of the original pins in our accurate blade holder) don't allow to slide the core out unless you remove them. If you look at a vintage or replica, you'll see the pins reach the same level as the hilt OD.
You can still use the short pins if you want an easy full core reveal. In any cases, be aware that there isn't much to reveal from the upper section, as you'll have mostly the blade holder and a short part of the chassis (50mm approx)

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NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 16:37:41 GMT -5

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Post by Rogue 5 on Dec 6, 2016 16:37:41 GMT -5

Cool, good to know! Thanks, Ryo! Yeah I wouldn't need the upper section to be revealed. Mainly the crystal core.

Okay just so I understand properly...

Accurate pins= partial reveal or full reveal if pins are removed

Short pins= easy full reveal

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skywalkerscion Recruit Posts: 17	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 17:39:09 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by skywalkerscion on Dec 6, 2016 17:39:09 GMT -5 I'm potentially interested in option 2A depending on the price... I have one of Solo's blade holders already, and am waiting on a Roman's replica to send in. This looks like it is going to be epic.

ulldar Commander Posts: 109	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 17:51:29 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by ulldar on Dec 6, 2016 17:51:29 GMT -5 In for 2a have a Roman graflex when they ever get here, and a SH blade holder to send in

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NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 17:55:05 GMT -5

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Post by biggs79 on Dec 6, 2016 17:55:05 GMT -5

I have Been very interested in what the grand master would look like and have followed the other thread for a while!

Please put me on the interest list for 2.A

For me to commitment on the purchase is dependant on The below

1) price of the chassis install
2) shipping from UK and back from USA (I assumed this is where the work will happpen?
3) that I have the replica I've ordered from Roman to send in to you!
4) design of the chassis and crystal reveal fits with what I like

Can't wait to see more and hear more about it, will the chassis include a sound board?

darthpool Recruit Posts: 13	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 18:43:12 GMT -5 via Tapatalk Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by darthpool on Dec 6, 2016 18:43:12 GMT -5 2A interested

krow555 Recruit Posts: 4	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 19:09:04 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by krow555 on Dec 6, 2016 19:09:04 GMT -5 I'm in!Please put me on the list. I want 1-A. Also 1=-B depend on the price

Ben Solo Captain Formerly darthben123 Posts: 674	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 19:13:32 GMT -5 via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Ben Solo on Dec 6, 2016 19:13:32 GMT -5 Excuse the silly question, but does the install include grips, d-ring, etc?

nunes Recruit Posts: 9	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 19:23:27 GMT -5 via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by nunes on Dec 6, 2016 19:23:27 GMT -5 If I'm understanding it correctly I am interested in 2a. I have a replica Romans on the way and already have the SH bladeholder. So I would send in for a full install.

mtizzle777 Recruit Posts: 1	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 20:00:49 GMT -5 via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by mtizzle777 on Dec 6, 2016 20:00:49 GMT -5 Totally in on 1a option depending on final price

heman Recruit Posts: 12	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 20:12:37 GMT -5 via Tapatalk Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by heman on Dec 6, 2016 20:12:37 GMT -5 In for one (1b then 1a preference order, depending on availability and price).

dracku Recruit Posts: 3	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 20:25:18 GMT -5 via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by dracku on Dec 6, 2016 20:25:18 GMT -5 Please put me down for a single saber under option 1A.

kusaka Recruit Posts: 1	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 20:33:35 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by kusaka on Dec 6, 2016 20:33:35 GMT -5 Please add me to 2B.

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Post by drartoo on Dec 6, 2016 21:07:08 GMT -5

2B if the price is affordable. I'm in Canada and the exchange usually makes most purchases too expensive to be viable. I've missed out on so many beautiful sabers due to the exchange. My Graflex 2.1 cost me $300.

jamielov Recruit Posts: 9	NerworXlab GRAFLEX Grand Master - Interest Thread! Dec 6, 2016 21:08:17 GMT -5 via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by jamielov on Dec 6, 2016 21:08:17 GMT -5 put me for 1A replica please

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