Blade Makers' Challenge - Custom Der_Echte Blade Requirements

[UpSideDownCarl]

Carl is of course joking,

It is a good thing when you know before you post that Der will get that you are joking and troublemaking.

 

[Der_Echte]

For any of the blade makers who are trying to make a portable missile launcher or cannon artillery piece in OFF+ or faster ranger, pls gear it down to the middle to upper OFF range... I can add enough power to that sucka on my own to destroy targets with major collateral damage to boot.

Go apeshyt on the handle if you like though, that will look impressive at any speed, especially at rest.

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[Der_Echte]

The ST handle circumference and length I will insist on precise tolerance to the spec without deviation.

The other ares I left a lot of room for tolrrance... and even there, I can tolerate even more deviation...

I will not gripe if the blade comes in at 6.1 mm thickness.

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[Der_Echte]

It is a good thing when you know before you post that Der will get that you are joking and troublemaking.

Of course, every time Carl jokes, I get a chance to perform a military member's most favorite activity - Complain.

Almost nothing makes them happier than complaining.

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[Nate4s]

It sounds like you want a lighter-colored outer ply - you mentioned Koto. I'd prefer to use something other than Koto when prioritizing "dwell". Do you enjoy the feel of Hinoki outer ply blades? (Note: I'm not using Hinoki, but I would like to use something with similar properties).

 

[Der_Echte]

Throw that sucka in the wash machine and give it a whirl.

Yes, use what you want and what could achieve the feel and performance.

I expect different. Sometimes the end result is epic, sometimes it isn't, but it is always unique.

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[hipnotic]

Started working on this today. Told you I was going to use Ebony [emoji846] Lot's of work ahead, too late to turn back now...

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[silvershamaa]

Starting on it today as well. What I'm using on the handle will be a striking surprise.

 

[Der_Echte]

Hi everyone,

I think it would be a good idea for each blade maker to have their own thread and story... makes it easier to see... but we could all cram it in here too.

Maybe we make those threads after blade is done?

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[hipnotic]

Hi everyone,

I think it would be a good idea for each blade maker to have their own thread and story... makes it easier to see... but we could all cram it in here too.

Maybe we make those threads after blade is done?

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I was just posting one pic to get the games started. I'm documenting the build but my idea was to make a thread once it's complete.

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[Lula]

Would be cool to hear the blade makers thoughts of the final product when it is done 😀

 

[Der_Echte]

I like the idea of a separate thread for each blade maker's project... It gives more attention to each blade maker and makes it easy to see everything. It is also more personal.

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[Der_Echte]

I was just posting one pic to get the games started. I'm documenting the build but my idea was to make a thread once it's complete.

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Another good reason for a seperate thread for each blade maker to do DUING the blade making process is not only to tell a story (which would surely be compelling) but also to build interest, keep it, and have an element of suspense... of what the blade maker is gunna do next.

When I look at the responses to this thread, and the thread I made announcing this challenge, also including the number of LURKERS on TTD who are not posting, I would say there is a LARGE INTEREST in this thing from the TT forum worls...

... so I would say it would benefit both the readers and the blade makers to make seperate threads documenting things... maybe leaving false clues and international intrigue... the stuff of legend and Goon Squad that Carl would approve of all the way to the top Goonie Coommander Dan.

 

[UpSideDownCarl]

Separate threads for each of the blades sounds like a great idea to me. And the goon squad will have to make an appearance in each thread. And the mastermind goonie is definitely Der_Echte regardless of how he likes to deflect attention to other goon squad members.

 

[CCBladecraft]

I’ll make a thread that sounds cool.

 

[Konrad Bak]

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[UpSideDownCarl]

I didn't read because I don't care but
something like 7ply hinoki rosewood hinoki candlenut hinoki rosewood hinoki is my dream composition and I want to say that

Why not ask one of the blade makers to make that for you?

 

[silvershamaa]

The funny thing is, the most recent blade I just finished technically fits all the requirements Der Echte requested, even the exact 87mm handle circumference. The 1 and only difference is that it was a flared handle instead of straight.

 

[Der_Echte]

SDC and Nate paid.

When Silver and Chase want payment, just PM Der_Echte the paypal email address to send funds and which amount to send. I will also provide my address for shipment. Chase, you can either send by mail or meetup any Tuesday at JZ's Citrus Heights location... or the Russian Church on Fridays.

Thanks.

 

[CCBladecraft]

SDC and Nate paid.

When Silver and Chase want payment, just PM Der_Echte the paypal email address to send funds and which amount to send. I will also provide my address for shipment. Chase, you can either send by mail or meetup any Tuesday at JZ's Citrus Heights location... or the Russian Church on Fridays.

Thanks.

That would be cool to give it to you in person what time do you play till on tuesdays?