Accurate Gauntlet Darts - Interest?

3rd one received this afternoon.... :)
Ok after a lengthy chat with the machinist, he has made the final tweeks and said that he won't make anymore without charging me another high price for the prototype.
I had also inquired about the material change and basically due to material costs over here, it would be double the price and the fact the settings will have to be altered due the machining speeds etc for stainless it's blown the costs for me! :facepalm

he'd like to push the button on the project as he has 'other' work that requires the lathe.

Let me know what you think? (y)

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That looks great.
Shame about not being able to switch to stainless. I would have been willing to pay double for it.
I'll still take a set in alum until I'm able to track down some more originals.

Gav, I hope that this project serves as a successful example for other makers that it is worth making that extra push for more accurate parts. Also that it is beneficial to take public observations and criticisms into account before pulling the final trigger on a project.

Thanks for doing so. It was totally worth it.

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Cheers guys...
Well like I said I wanted to pull the trigger, but it does go to show that with a little extra effort? :)

Thanks to all who contributed...
Well, If everyone happy then I'm gonna pull that preverbial trigger tomorow (and look for another machinist) :lol:

Gino - If I had a more patient machinist and loads of cash to drop on a further prototype then maybe it could have happened? but at this rate, your all practically getting these at cost. (y)
 
Got ya covered D...
Oh and I forgot to say, I should have them ALL by tomorow evening! so posted out this weekend coming? Will let ya know tomorrow if you need to send over the funds? :)
 
Rock on Mojo! They look amazing, and I'm sure I echo the sentiment that the tireless work and dedication you put into this is truly appreciated! :cheers
(y) (y) (y) :lol:
 
Cheers SF... :p

Ok, I nipped in to see him this morning and confirmed the order to the latest spec! I also tagged on a few more sets Iin case of any late comers).
I should have these in my hand by tomorrow night, hope to send them out to you guys by this weekend. (y)

Price - $30 / £19 shipped to your gauntlets.
PP addy as usual: gavdrew007@aol.com
 
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