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Title: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: BOBA FETT on February 15, 2014, 03:12:58 AM

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Force Relics is proud to present for sale in a limited saberrun: Orgus Din, a masters' weapon. This saber is modelled after the Orgus Din character  from The Old Republic game. A fantastic piece for any saberfan and TOR enthousiast, and it has the latest tech from Plecter Labs!

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-jOSERTJY1zQ/UuT7UW7OdhI/AAAAAAAABvQ/HetDd-ogn2Q/w1012-h647-no/Orgus+Din+proof+of+concept+full+metal+vs+alumide.jpg) (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-jOSERTJY1zQ/UuT7UW7OdhI/AAAAAAAABvQ/HetDd-ogn2Q/w1012-h647-no/Orgus+Din+proof+of+concept+full+metal+vs+alumide.jpg)

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Video of the prototype in alumide:
http://youtu.be/iWXR4BzWQtI


This saber comes in 2 different models: Alumide version and Full metal version. Both versions have diffirent options, namely:

A. Alumide version:
Kit:
Empty hilt with shield installed in place, retention screw drilled and tapped, 2 holes for switches drilled.
The kit comes with: 2 switches (1 illuminated one, one tactile + pearl setup), wooden sleeve + greebies (NOT secured yet to make the electronics install easier), custom heat sink, dedicated blade plug, dedicated kill key. NO electronics or internal parts included!

Price: 450 $ + 21% VAT (EU customers only) + shipping

PC 3.0 Install:
Fully functional saber with 3D printed chassis
PC 3.0 soundboard by Plecter Labs
Easy SD access by unscrewing the pommel
Hidden 2.1mm charge port
Dedicated kill key and bladeplug

Price: 750 $ + 21% VAT (EU customers only) + shipping

CF 7.0 Install:
Fully functional saber with 3D printed chassis
CF 7.0 soundboard by Plecter Labs
Easy SD access by unscrewing the pommel
Hidden 2.1mm charge port
Dedicated kill key and bladeplug

Price: 950 $ + 21% VAT (EU customers only) + shipping

B. Full metal version:

NO kits will be offered in the full metal version, so don't ask :)

PC 3.0 Install:
Fully functional saber with 3D printed chassis
PC 3.0 soundboard by Plecter Labs
Easy SD access by unscrewing the pommel
Hidden 2.1mm charge port
Dedicated kill key and bladeplug

Price: 1000 $ + 21% VAT (EU customers only) + shipping

CF 7.0 Install:
Fully functional saber with 3D printed chassis
CF 7.0 soundboard by Plecter Labs
Easy SD access by unscrewing the pommel
Hidden 2.1mm charge port
Dedicated kill key and bladeplug

Price: 1250 $ + 21% VAT (EU customers only) + shipping


This is a limited run of 25 sabers. Available options include:
•   Blade: JQ sabers super blade @ 45 €  (this will greatly increase the shipping cost!)
•   Battery Charger for Lithium Ion 7.4 volt internal battery pack at request

Instructions to secure a spot:

1) Post in this thread with the words; “I’m in”.
2) We will put you on the list.
3) DO NOT SEND PAYMENT YET!!
When you see your name on the list, send us an e-mail at info@forcerelics.com with the following info:
•Full name
•Fx-sabers.com name
•Shipping address
•Phone number
• paypal adress
•Option: Alumide or Full metal, kit or full install (CF or PC), blade or no blade, charger or no charger
4)As soon as we have your info, we will email you an invoice. You will then be asked to pay a $350 (kit) or $450 (full install) non-refundable deposit. When this is paid, your spot is secure.


Payment timing:
•   KIT: $350 deposit before March 15 (deposit secures your spot on the list)
•   Full Install: $450 deposit before March 15 (deposit secures your spot on the list)
•   Final payment is due when your saber is done, before shipping of the saber
-  If, for some reason you want sell your spot, you can do this AFTER contacting us first for instructions.

The List:(last edited 08/03/2014)

1. evilmonkey4 - spot sold to Vercify Payment fulfilled/completed/shipped and received
2. JANGO FETT - Payment fulfilled/completed/shipped and received
3. private sale off site #1 - Payment fulfilled/completed/shipped and received
4. GENERAL GRIEVOUS - Payment fulfilled/completed/shipped and received
5. Johannes Huber - Payment fulfilled/completed/shipped and received
6. MACE WINDU - Payment fulfilled/completed/shipped and received
7. flowers - NO DEPOSIT RECEIVED - removed from build list
8. erv' - Payment fulfilled/completed/received in person
9. Sini star - Payment fulfilled/completed/shipped and received
10. Link - Deposit received/saber finished awaiting final payment - ON HOLD
11. KAO CEN DARACH - Payment fulfilled
12. BOBA FETT - Payment fulfilled

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: bombarta on February 15, 2014, 03:23:45 AM

 :o a metal version too oh god dam this saber hobby  >:(

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: evilmonkey4 on February 15, 2014, 08:20:29 AM

I'm in

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: Johannes Huber on February 15, 2014, 11:45:41 AM

Is the metal version going to have the shrouds printed from alumide or made from conventional metal and etched? Also on the alumide kit, does this mean that the hilt is also alumide? Lastly, can the shrouds be detached as needed?   Definitely interested, just need to know some details so can decide which version... :)

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: KAO CEN DARACH on February 15, 2014, 12:27:02 PM

Quote from: Johannes Huber on February 15, 2014, 11:45:41 AM

Is the metal version going to have the shrouds printed from alumide or made from conventional metal and etched? Also on the alumide kit, does this mean that the hilt is also alumide? Lastly, can the shrouds be detached as needed?   Definitely interested, just need to know some details so can decide which version... :)

Hi there :)

Is the metal version going to have the shrouds printed from alumide or made from conventional metal and etched? Metal and powdercoated.

Also on the alumide kit, does this mean that the hilt is also alumide? No, the hilt itself is machined aluminium. Only the greeblies and shroud are 3D printed alumide.

Lastly, can the shrouds be detached as needed? No, the shrouds will be permanently attached to the blade holder.

Hope this helps :)

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on February 15, 2014, 02:03:09 PM

List is updated. When you see your name added, please follow the instructions in the first post and send us an e-mail

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: Johannes Huber on February 15, 2014, 06:32:44 PM

I'm in :)

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on February 15, 2014, 11:32:26 PM

Updated!

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: The Doctor on February 16, 2014, 12:42:35 AM

retracted unfortunately

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on February 16, 2014, 12:47:08 AM

Quote from: The Doctor on February 16, 2014, 12:42:35 AM

retracted unfortunately

No problem, removed again

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: Sethski on February 16, 2014, 06:10:29 AM

Beyond my means... but very excited to see how the full metal version looks :)

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: MACE WINDU on February 16, 2014, 07:19:40 AM

I'm in.

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on February 16, 2014, 07:49:49 AM

Quote from: MACE WINDU on February 16, 2014, 07:19:40 AM

I'm in.

Added!

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: Deke on February 16, 2014, 12:51:11 PM

Just wanted to chime in here since I'm lucky enough to have the POC saber for this run.

This is a beautiful hilt, excellently proportioned. It definitely became one of my favourite hilts right away.

I'd definitely recommend jumping on this run if you possibly do it! :)

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on February 16, 2014, 12:59:04 PM

Thanks for the kind words Dek! I'm glad the saber arrived at your place safely.

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: Johannes Huber on February 16, 2014, 03:10:21 PM

info email sent. Look forward to hearing from you :)

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: Johannes Huber on February 17, 2014, 10:27:08 AM

email received, deposit sent

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on February 17, 2014, 11:16:06 AM

Quote from: Johannes Huber on February 17, 2014, 10:27:08 AM

email received, deposit sent

List updated

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: flowers on February 17, 2014, 08:32:36 PM

I'm in

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: FitzJedi on February 17, 2014, 08:48:27 PM

These are really cool but they are only available to people in the EU ????

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: jedicri on February 17, 2014, 09:15:43 PM

Quote from: FitzJedi on February 17, 2014, 08:48:27 PM

These are really cool but they are only available to people in the EU ????

The 21% VAT ( tax) only applies to EU customers only.

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on February 17, 2014, 10:43:56 PM

Quote from: jedicri on February 17, 2014, 09:15:43 PM

Quote from: FitzJedi on February 17, 2014, 08:48:27 PM

These are really cool but they are only available to people in the EU ????

The 21% VAT ( tax) only applies to EU customers only.

Correct :) People outside Europe are MORE than welcome to join in. You guys just won't get charged the 21% VAT

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: scram77 on February 18, 2014, 06:07:06 AM

Quote from: BOBA FETT on February 17, 2014, 10:43:56 PM

Quote from: jedicri on February 17, 2014, 09:15:43 PM

Quote from: FitzJedi on February 17, 2014, 08:48:27 PM

These are really cool but they are only available to people in the EU ????

The 21% VAT ( tax) only applies to EU customers only.

Correct :) People outside Europe are MORE than welcome to join in. You guys just won't get charged the 21% VAT

Can I ask where the 21% VAT is for?  which country?

Thanks

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on February 18, 2014, 06:32:16 AM

We are an official Belgian company so we need to charge 21% VAT for all sales within Europe. So everyone located in Europe will be charged this VAT.

I hope this answers your question?

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: scram77 on February 18, 2014, 06:41:15 AM

Quote from: BOBA FETT on February 18, 2014, 06:32:16 AM

We are an official Belgian company so we need to charge 21% VAT for all sales within Europe. So everyone located in Europe will be charged this VAT.

I hope this answers your question?

It does - thank you

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on February 19, 2014, 02:07:27 AM

List updated once more

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: Sini Star on February 19, 2014, 12:50:56 PM

I'm In

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on February 19, 2014, 01:20:34 PM

Quote from: Sini Star on February 19, 2014, 12:50:56 PM

I'm In

Added to the list. Please check the first post regarding e-mailing your info.

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on February 25, 2014, 12:15:06 AM

List in first post updated and invoices sent!

Still 14 spots remain.

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on February 28, 2014, 09:42:35 AM

List updated!

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: flowers on March 03, 2014, 05:37:31 PM

Why in Earth is their still so many spots left....

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on March 03, 2014, 10:49:51 PM

Quote from: flowers on March 03, 2014, 05:37:31 PM

Why in Earth is their still so many spots left....

Beats me ;)

We only plan on doing on run of this saber. So everyone who wants one, should get them when they're hot :)

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: Turgon on March 04, 2014, 01:29:41 AM

Quote from: BOBA FETT on March 03, 2014, 10:49:51 PM

Quote from: flowers on March 03, 2014, 05:37:31 PM

Why in Earth is their still so many spots left....

Beats me ;)

We only plan on doing on run of this saber. So everyone who wants one, should get them when they're hot :)

(man I hate doing these things on a tablet!)

It os called poverty or, at least, grown up responcibility.  Of you'll take $50/month, I'm in!

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on March 08, 2014, 10:30:45 AM

List updated once more!

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on March 12, 2014, 08:32:21 AM

One more BUMP:

As described in the first post, the list will close on the 15th of March.

So to those who are still in doubt, this is your last chance to get in on the run.

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: JANGO FETT on March 13, 2014, 10:31:47 PM

Bump! 24 hours to go!

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: Turgon on March 13, 2014, 10:45:58 PM

OK,  I'm sick...  Are the the sabers wired for color changing?  if so,  I'm in for a CF7 Aluminide.

Title: Re: Force Relics presents: the Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide
Post by: BOBA FETT on March 14, 2014, 01:25:27 AM

Quote from: Turgon on March 13, 2014, 10:45:58 PM

OK,  I'm sick...  Are the the sabers wired for color changing?  if so,  I'm in for a CF7 Aluminide.

Hi Turgon,
No, no CEX on this saber, sorry.... There just isn't any room and the Orgus Din saber is Character hilt. Orgus Din wields a blue hilt, that's why we decided to keep it a blue blade with white FoC.

Update:
List in the first post has been updated once more.

This run is ending soon! Anyone who wants in should decide today :)

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: BOBA FETT on March 16, 2014, 01:16:34 AM

This run is now officially CLOSED.

Only one person remains in paying the deposit. We will start ordering and building parts next week!

Updates soon I hope.

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: BOBA FETT on March 25, 2014, 06:31:59 AM

Update in first post!

All but one of the people interested, have paid the deposit.

We have started ordering parts and will start the building of these sabers shortly.

We will keep everyone updated by posting WIP in this thread, so keep an eye open :)

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: KAO CEN DARACH on June 01, 2014, 07:58:56 AM

Hi everyone,

First ever CF V7 full metal Orgus from our build log recently completed. Been challenging, but rewarding :)

Some pics :

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-uHKaErDe0vg/U4s8x1iH-lI/AAAAAAAACRw/fU_x0k_Ydsc/w1327-h903-no/Orgus+Din+CF+V7+full+metal+version+001.jpg) (https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-uHKaErDe0vg/U4s8x1iH-lI/AAAAAAAACRw/fU_x0k_Ydsc/w1327-h903-no/Orgus+Din+CF+V7+full+metal+version+001.jpg) (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-o4jvLoxnyJ4/U4s8y3F5JzI/AAAAAAAACR4/XGSrb9kdgWY/w1255-h903-no/Orgus+Din+CF+V7+full+metal+version+002.jpg) (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-o4jvLoxnyJ4/U4s8y3F5JzI/AAAAAAAACR4/XGSrb9kdgWY/w1255-h903-no/Orgus+Din+CF+V7+full+metal+version+002.jpg) (https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-7qXWiTmiZz0/U4s8xXpwLlI/AAAAAAAACRs/6zkAHuqLJNY/w1203-h903-no/Orgus+Din+CF+V7+full+metal+version+003.jpg) (https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-7qXWiTmiZz0/U4s8xXpwLlI/AAAAAAAACRs/6zkAHuqLJNY/w1203-h903-no/Orgus+Din+CF+V7+full+metal+version+003.jpg)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-8BUBLEaWPwg/U4s85Q6U_sI/AAAAAAAACSA/S-KWb2_LCso/w537-h902-no/Orgus+Din+CF+V7+full+metal+version+general+details.jpg) (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-8BUBLEaWPwg/U4s85Q6U_sI/AAAAAAAACSA/S-KWb2_LCso/w537-h902-no/Orgus+Din+CF+V7+full+metal+version+general+details.jpg) (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Ui4RbzBzR-U/U4s86sRMMyI/AAAAAAAACSI/bSRsMDZwiqc/w502-h903-no/Orgus+Din+CF+V7+full+metal+version+inlay+details.jpg) (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Ui4RbzBzR-U/U4s86sRMMyI/AAAAAAAACSI/bSRsMDZwiqc/w502-h903-no/Orgus+Din+CF+V7+full+metal+version+inlay+details.jpg) (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tUJYh-D8EJ8/U4s8_C_hhkI/AAAAAAAACSQ/mF3-rPJjBNM/w502-h903-no/Orgus+Din+CF+V7+full+metal+version+inlay+engraving+details.jpg) (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tUJYh-D8EJ8/U4s8_C_hhkI/AAAAAAAACSQ/mF3-rPJjBNM/w502-h903-no/Orgus+Din+CF+V7+full+metal+version+inlay+engraving+details.jpg) (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kjRpDaZq4SQ/U4s9CNeVnMI/AAAAAAAACSY/UYX_5gpsoVo/w502-h903-no/Orgus+Din+CF+V7+full+metal+version+shield+details.jpg) (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kjRpDaZq4SQ/U4s9CNeVnMI/AAAAAAAACSY/UYX_5gpsoVo/w502-h903-no/Orgus+Din+CF+V7+full+metal+version+shield+details.jpg)

Video :

Orgus Din 'full metal version' CF V7 by Force Relics - YouTube (http://youtu.be/KQaM-VXlB-E)

There you have it :)

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: bombarta on June 01, 2014, 08:25:35 AM

I think the people on this run are gonna be extremely happy when they get them.

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: ScrimpyPIE on June 01, 2014, 09:28:23 AM

Wow! I'm thoroughly impressed with this puppy. Great job! Oh, and you get a huge wad of bonus points for having "Sovengarde" and "Revival" on the isaber. I'm a been a hardcore Elder Scrolls fan since Morrowind, and of Halo since the beginning! (And yes, I do listen to their respective soundtracks on a regular basis.) Lol

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: Dark Navel on June 01, 2014, 01:00:41 PM

I will now kick myself repeatedly for not getting in on this run.  Awesome job on the saber and great attention to detail, WOW!

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: Link on June 01, 2014, 04:12:29 PM

I managed to get in on a Alumide Kit !  And I'm excited about it! 

Also, I provided the "Sovengard" & "Revival" Tracks for the Uber default package and I like you, LOVE! Skyrim & the Halo franchise :)  They are awesome!!!

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: Vercify on June 12, 2014, 11:07:45 PM

These are looking really really good.

Question: Is there anything that can be done to the alumide parts to make it look darker/more like the metal version? Maybe some sort of metallic spray paint, or a clearcoat to darken the finish a bit?

Also, if someone had a spot on the run, would they be able to purchase the internal parts you guys used either directly packaged with the hilt for an additional charge or themselves via shapeways?

Thanks :)

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: BOBA FETT on June 13, 2014, 12:29:18 AM

Quote from: Vercify on June 12, 2014, 11:07:45 PM

These are looking really really good.

Question: Is there anything that can be done to the alumide parts to make it look darker/more like the metal version? Maybe some sort of metallic spray paint, or a clearcoat to darken the finish a bit?

Also, if someone had a spot on the run, would they be able to purchase the internal parts you guys used either directly packaged with the hilt for an additional charge or themselves via shapeways?

Thanks :)

Thanks for the kind words.

Regarding your questions:
To darken the alumide, you can spray paint it, no problem. But if I'm not mistaken, Turgon has figured out a way to realisicly weather and darken alumide.
We were not planning on offering the internals as a kit though.A lot of work went into them, and that's mostly the reason behind the price diffirence between a kit and a full install (apart from the electronics and hours of work off course)

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: Vercify on June 13, 2014, 12:33:45 AM

Quote from: BOBA FETT on June 13, 2014, 12:29:18 AM

Quote from: Vercify on June 12, 2014, 11:07:45 PM

These are looking really really good.

Question: Is there anything that can be done to the alumide parts to make it look darker/more like the metal version? Maybe some sort of metallic spray paint, or a clearcoat to darken the finish a bit?

Also, if someone had a spot on the run, would they be able to purchase the internal parts you guys used either directly packaged with the hilt for an additional charge or themselves via shapeways?

Thanks :)

Thanks for the kind words.

Regarding your questions:
To darken the alumide, you can spray paint it, no problem. But if I'm not mistaken, Turgon has figured out a way to realisicly weather and darken alumide.
We were not planning on offering the internals as a kit though.A lot of work went into them, and that's mostly the reason behind the price diffirence between a kit and a full install (apart from the electronics and hours of work off course)

No problem, thanks for the speedy response!

Hmm, I will have to talk to Turgon about it then ;) Hopefully the fact that the shroud is permanently attached won't get in the way of using his technique.

I completely understand where you are coming from in regards to the kit. I figured I would ask, as having the proper kit would make the installation that much more straightforward. However, with the ID measurements I am sure a similar chassis and speaker can could be fabricated, just maybe not quite as perfect as your guys' :)

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: Turgon on June 15, 2014, 10:05:37 PM

Quote from: BOBA FETT on June 13, 2014, 12:29:18 AM

To darken the alumide, you can spray paint it, no problem. But if I'm not mistaken, Turgon has figured out a way to realisicly weather and darken alumide.
We were not planning on offering the internals as a kit though.A lot of work went into them, and that's mostly the reason behind the price diffirence between a kit and a full install (apart from the electronics and hours of work off course)

I have been low profile of late.  combination of being re-hooked on computer games and having lots of pain medication due to a recent surgery.  Anyhow,  I'm still around and I have not been one to share many photos.  Mainly because I do not know what I am doing. But I do know how to weather stuff.  As for alumide,  I'll try these pictures to give you what I think is a good weathering:

(https://www.fx-sabers.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1297.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fag29%2FRSMaxwell1971%2FGIF%2520Maker%2F19A0288F-33D8-426D-B2B4-8253F655C617_zps83wehjk6.gif&hash=ee9a59f6c36355919183af799fa1e5c85fa38512) (http://s1297.photobucket.com/user/RSMaxwell1971/media/GIF%20Maker/19A0288F-33D8-426D-B2B4-8253F655C617_zps83wehjk6.gif.html)

I may be pretty biased, but I think it looks damned good.  (If you are after that look.  If you are after the clean look then it is absolutely wrong, wrong, wrong.)  The photos do not do it justice.  They lack the depth of the final finish. 

Anyhow,  if that looks like something that you would like to try,  I can share the recipe.  It is pretty simple, though it takes some specialized paints.  Most of the time when I do this technique, it is reversible.  With alumide and my final finish, it is VERY permanent.

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: Vercify on June 15, 2014, 10:24:24 PM

Ahhh this is exactly what I was looking for!!! Thanks so much Turgon, I can't wait to hear more about the process.

Also, I am excited to say that I have purchased spot number 1 from evilmonkey4 :) I cannot wait to get the hilt in hand, its going to be an AWESOME project.

Oh, BOBA, you have a PM incoming to firm up any details you need from me ;)

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: KAO CEN DARACH on August 03, 2014, 12:32:28 PM

Hi folks,

everyone involved in this run : we wanted to let you know that we are working hard completing your orders. These require alot of detailing and work but we got everyone covered in the coming months :)

Meanwhile we got some WIP pics :

Engraving the wood grip :
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-W80EyWjp6H8/U96L4CCZ2hI/AAAAAAAACXk/z5nlg8B5Rto/w960-h816-no/10452388_879411175406553_8787319759745334898_n.jpg) (https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-W80EyWjp6H8/U96L4CCZ2hI/AAAAAAAACXk/z5nlg8B5Rto/w960-h816-no/10452388_879411175406553_8787319759745334898_n.jpg)

CF V7 full install :
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-FNpuESZaOSg/U86RPUC5-EI/AAAAAAAACW4/fOiJFtWYklQ/w1260-h860-no/DSC_0408.jpg) (https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-FNpuESZaOSg/U86RPUC5-EI/AAAAAAAACW4/fOiJFtWYklQ/w1260-h860-no/DSC_0408.jpg)

PC 3 wiring :
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-AUbNq8LJY0I/U9FdhZQsXII/AAAAAAAACXU/aC9_ztOt_r4/w1147-h860-no/IMG_2557.JPG) (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-AUbNq8LJY0I/U9FdhZQsXII/AAAAAAAACXU/aC9_ztOt_r4/w1147-h860-no/IMG_2557.JPG)

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: Link on August 03, 2014, 01:06:41 PM

Wow! I didn't realize that yall were engraving those by hand!!! That's SO awesome!  Can't wait to get my Alumide Kit! :) 

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: BOBA FETT on August 04, 2014, 08:43:30 AM

Quote from: Link on August 03, 2014, 01:06:41 PM

Wow! I didn't realize that yall were engraving those by hand!!! That's SO awesome!  Can't wait to get my Alumide Kit! :)

Oh yes we are :)

Expect some more updates very soon!

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: Link on August 04, 2014, 09:58:28 AM

Awesome! Thanks!

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: Johannes Huber on August 04, 2014, 11:33:56 AM

A quick question: The engraver you show in the picture with the wooden section: what kind is it and would it be able to cut into aluminum? I've been wanting to experiment with engraving on the TCSS shroud material but my flexshaft doesn't seem to like working on the curved surface (may be too slippery) and I've been looking for alternative tools that could be used before trying to use the acid etch or Galv-etch approach. Any suggestions much appreciated!

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: BOBA FETT on August 05, 2014, 02:12:05 AM

Quote from: Johannes Huber on August 04, 2014, 11:33:56 AM

A quick question: The engraver you show in the picture with the wooden section: what kind is it and would it be able to cut into aluminum? I've been wanting to experiment with engraving on the TCSS shroud material but my flexshaft doesn't seem to like working on the curved surface (may be too slippery) and I've been looking for alternative tools that could be used before trying to use the acid etch or Galv-etch approach. Any suggestions much appreciated!

I wouldn't recommend to use this type of engraver on aluminium or metal. Etching is probably the way to go.

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: KAO CEN DARACH on August 07, 2014, 12:41:27 PM

Some Orgus Din epicness :)

2 Full metal installs, one CF V7 and one PC V3.

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-fXulnxvgdbQ/U-PPwBO5_zI/AAAAAAAACZo/vt9XL6rqoGM/w1258-h903-no/DSC_0001.JPG) (https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-fXulnxvgdbQ/U-PPwBO5_zI/AAAAAAAACZo/vt9XL6rqoGM/w1258-h903-no/DSC_0001.JPG) (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-b2hH1D_zh-0/U-PPv9H6lHI/AAAAAAAACZw/ZskFeKDNZMw/w1598-h891-no/DSC_0006.JPG) (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-b2hH1D_zh-0/U-PPv9H6lHI/AAAAAAAACZw/ZskFeKDNZMw/w1598-h891-no/DSC_0006.JPG) (https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-N6WCZyoxnno/U-PPwez5hkI/AAAAAAAACZ4/2OZ08NEfMUg/w1142-h903-no/DSC_0014.JPG) (https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-N6WCZyoxnno/U-PPwez5hkI/AAAAAAAACZ4/2OZ08NEfMUg/w1142-h903-no/DSC_0014.JPG) (https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-0TlLodFw_cY/U-PPxQMf7NI/AAAAAAAACZg/sz20PAsTvg8/w828-h903-no/DSC_0017.JPG) (https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-0TlLodFw_cY/U-PPxQMf7NI/AAAAAAAACZg/sz20PAsTvg8/w828-h903-no/DSC_0017.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-I_-L9e5hGQ4/U-PPyqZT4bI/AAAAAAAACaI/QJHA5EC3nUg/w1272-h903-no/DSC_0020.JPG) (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-I_-L9e5hGQ4/U-PPyqZT4bI/AAAAAAAACaI/QJHA5EC3nUg/w1272-h903-no/DSC_0020.JPG) (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-KKeFpFL0X-0/U-PPzN3-U7I/AAAAAAAACaA/jhllC0eX90I/w1349-h903-no/DSC_0024.JPG) (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-KKeFpFL0X-0/U-PPzN3-U7I/AAAAAAAACaA/jhllC0eX90I/w1349-h903-no/DSC_0024.JPG) (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-d71qtLHCLLA/U-PPzRrPklI/AAAAAAAACaQ/m8TniUcPsjA/w1597-h900-no/DSC_0028.JPG) (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-d71qtLHCLLA/U-PPzRrPklI/AAAAAAAACaQ/m8TniUcPsjA/w1597-h900-no/DSC_0028.JPG)


We'll update the list on the first post as we go along.

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: Link on August 07, 2014, 12:42:07 PM

wow those are nice!!!

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: JANGO FETT on September 25, 2014, 09:56:28 PM

I received my hilt today, and it's gorgeous. Those of you that passed on this are really going to regret it.
PM them now and beg to get in on this run.

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: Deke on September 26, 2014, 12:42:40 AM

Yeah I love mine, so glad to have the POC, it's just beautiful! Y'all missed out.

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: Sethski on September 26, 2014, 01:19:39 AM

Fantastic run - and great to see some of the process and skill and hard work that goes into these (and other) sabers ;)

Turgon - your weathering of the alumide is absolutely spot on (not just from your 'biased' perspective hahahaha) - nice work! - have sent a PM re the technique/process as could be helpful with a current (non-saber) project I'm working on...

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: Sini Star on September 26, 2014, 06:22:49 AM

I got mine last week. Wow... what a amazing saber.  I am so glad I got in on this run.  Great work Force Relics!!!! 

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: Khal on September 26, 2014, 06:53:02 AM

If there was a full metal kit available, I would certainly snap one up! :))

They look amazing!

(Yoda voice) offer it...you could...hmm  ???

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: BOBA FETT on September 29, 2014, 09:57:40 PM

Thanks for all the kind words you guys. Finishing up the last hilt this week, and the run will officially be over!

On to something new!

Title: Re: Force Relics presents:Orgus Din lightsaber run - full metal and alumide - CLOSED
Post by: BOBA FETT on October 20, 2014, 06:24:00 AM

With the exception of Links saber (due to personal circumstances) all Orgus Din hilts from this run have been finished, shipped and delivered to all who were involved.

Thanks again to everyone for signing in. I hope you enjoy your sabers and please, feel free to post an honest review of what you have received.