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scifidude79
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« Reply #60 on: May 25, 2017, 03:59:20 PM »

After much deliberation, I've decided to just mod a hilt I already have.  This is going to be my blank slate:



I got that beauty in a grab bag last year, and I've had it emptied out and ready for customization for a few weeks now.  In an ironic twist, given my last project, I actually sanded it today, taking off most of the surface imperfections.  Then I cleaned it with some Bar Keeper's Friend metal cleaner and polish, to both remove all of the residue from sanding and to even out the surface.  Bar Keeper's Friend is abrasive, so it did great at that.  The hilt is now ready for etching, provided I'm ready.  Wink  It's going to be a new experience for me.

Since this is a forum challenge and since I can save money by using a hilt, LED and switch I already have, I'm thinking of going Obsidian V4 for the sound.  The board, battery holder/speaker combo, buck puck and batteries are only $176.49, I should be able to swing that before the challenge is over.  Smiley
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« Reply #61 on: May 26, 2017, 12:16:55 AM »

No problem, Grab Bag with blade and Blue color included $75.00 on my wishlist.
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« Reply #62 on: June 02, 2017, 12:30:04 PM »

I ordered my grab bag, Once I find out what I get I will plan my mod. I do know I am planing on going Old School and keep with the tradition of the first sabers, using found parts. The search for things to use is almost as fun as making them work on the saber. On a side thought I have always wanted to make a wood hilt, Hmmmm.
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« Reply #63 on: June 09, 2017, 11:37:02 AM »

I received my grab-bag on Wednesday, I got a Aeon V3 in red. I am trying to figure out what I want to do with it.
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« Reply #64 on: June 09, 2017, 12:14:05 PM »

I received my grab-bag on Wednesday, I got a Aeon V3 in red. I am trying to figure out what I want to do with it.


I've been working on my Scorpion while I wait for my Reaper. Hopefully one of them can be completed in the time frame.
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« Reply #65 on: June 10, 2017, 08:40:36 PM »

Hi all.  I Have a little more time to dedicate to the challenge.  Won't say which saber I'm using... but it will be an outside customization only.  Not sure who all is participating but hopefully we can encourage more.  I see that some members have shown recent customs and may not be aware of this.  Smiley

My understanding is that the saber must be completed for the grand or sorry reveal on August 1st.  Grin lol


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« Reply #66 on: June 13, 2017, 12:27:52 PM »

Ok, I'm officially in this now! Got my Reaper today.




I'll gut it and get started on it tomorrow after work  Cool
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« Reply #67 on: June 13, 2017, 04:35:39 PM »

Nice. Can't wait to see what you do. I am trying to make my mods out of all metal.
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« Reply #68 on: June 23, 2017, 02:43:36 AM »

Hi.  Just popping in to see how everyone is coming along with their customizations.  Do we have an estimate of how many members are participating and any ideas of how to encourage more as there is still a month and a week+ till Aug 1st.

Boy oh boy have I ever made some doozie mistakes... really brain asleep stupid ones.  But the saber is slowly taking shape and developing into more than I had originally imagined.  Smiley

This does not mean it's decently okay or anything... but I'm kinda still laughing while having mental breakdown fun.  Roll Eyes

Hope everyone else is enjoying their saber challenge.  Cheesy

PS:  I am envious of everyone who has a permanent work space.  I have boxes of saber related stuff cluttering my living room and am counting the days until I can pack it all up into storage.

 
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« Reply #69 on: June 23, 2017, 08:11:35 AM »

Hi.  Just popping in to see how everyone is coming along with their customizations.  Do we have an estimate of how many members are participating and any ideas of how to encourage more as there is still a month and a week+ till Aug 1st.

Boy oh boy have I ever made some doozie mistakes... really brain asleep stupid ones.  But the saber is slowly taking shape and developing into more than I had originally imagined.  Smiley

This does not mean it's decently okay or anything... but I'm kinda still laughing while having mental breakdown fun.  Roll Eyes

Hope everyone else is enjoying their saber challenge.  Cheesy

PS:  I am envious of everyone who has a permanent work space.  I have boxes of saber related stuff cluttering my living room and am counting the days until I can pack it all up into storage.

 

I have made a brutal start on mine and am hopefully on track. I just have to keep reminding myself this one needs to take precedence over the others or I will be very much OFF track  Cheesy Grin

My builds are currently strewn all over the place in boxes too.
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« Reply #70 on: June 23, 2017, 01:37:07 PM »

I have made a brutal start on mine and am hopefully on track. I just have to keep reminding myself this one needs to take precedence over the others or I will be very much OFF track  Cheesy Grin

My builds are currently strewn all over the place in boxes too.


Can't wait to see what you have created.  Boxes are a wonderful invention just behind the wheel and paper clips. Cheesy

This is for anyone.  What's the best protective clear spray for a black anodized saber that has been lightly sanded, engraved and has some accent with enamel paint ?  How many coats, matte or gloss, etc. ?  Thanks in advance.  Smiley
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« Reply #71 on: June 23, 2017, 02:42:45 PM »

I like Rustoleum satin clear. Some guys like matte, but I think it's too flat. You could go semi gloss, but I wouldn't go gloss. Satin is just barely shinny.  It's all preference really.
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« Reply #72 on: June 24, 2017, 02:47:27 AM »

Rustoleum or Krylon.
Satin would be the way to go, or a matte finish
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« Reply #73 on: June 24, 2017, 12:53:28 PM »

I have made a lot of progress on my build, things like that happen when you don't have cable tv. I have followed the style of the Ilum prophecy, Its all metal with very little painting.  I had a tight budget but I think I have made the most of it. I wish I could of fitted a sound card on this one but it will have to wait.
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« Reply #74 on: June 27, 2017, 03:21:43 AM »

I have made a lot of progress on my build, things like that happen when you don't have cable tv. I have followed the style of the Ilum prophecy, Its all metal with very little painting.  I had a tight budget but I think I have made the most of it. I wish I could of fitted a sound card on this one but it will have to wait.

Making another two-piece? Similar to what I suggested? Or not that aspect of the styling?
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