Hi all,
I got quotes back for materials, and optimized tool paths at much as possible to be efficient with machine time.
Cost will be $135.
Shipping will be $10.55 CONUS USPS priority mail.
If you have already PM'd me about the handle, I will send you the final cost information by PM and you can tell me your go/no-go decision.
Once I have a solid count on who wants one, I will order materials and make them. I will update this thread as materials are ordered, received, and as handles are completed.
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Some have asked questions that are worth sharing with the group, so here are some answers to questions that have come up......
I don't have the capability to anodize, so anodizing is up to you if needed.
But I can powder coat Red or Grey if you want (add $25)
Other powder coat colors possible on an individual basis - PM and we can sort it out.
The weight of the prototype is 257g (the final completed handles may be a few grams lighter)
I tried adding lightening holes in CAD to see the effect. Lightening holes in the grab handle could probably take it down between 25g-40g depending on how aggressive one was with material removal. I plan to make these as already pictured, and if anyone wants to drill out lightening holes, go for it.
Cheers,
Dan