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Post by ColGravis on Oct 30, 2012 5:11:32 GMT -5
Thanks for the additional feedback guys, we've made some modifications to the tires to bring it more in line with the real world inspriation (a Triumph). Penny for your thoughts again!  The mirrors may or may not make the final cut, depending on if we can do them justice in casting, to make them viable this may become a combination resin/metal kit with the handbars in metal the rest in resin. Also the saddle is being adjusted to be a little narrower. The stowage is'nt shown in this picture, but it is still included, just they will be seperate components for flexibility. |
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Post by GrimKlaw on Nov 1, 2012 15:53:53 GMT -5
Excellent work. Really loving the bike. I'll definitely be ordering some  Ludovic |
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Post by Cosmic on Nov 1, 2012 17:46:57 GMT -5
Resin would look superb! Can't wait for this!
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Post by Rommel's Eighty-Eights on Nov 1, 2012 19:40:05 GMT -5
As a motorcycle rider, I have to say that bike looks sweet, I would love to see your version of a Harley. Are you going to make a "stock" cadian guard rider??? Either way I am very interested.
I also enjoy the other bodies and heads you been doing, any chance of doing a Civil War Confederate body and head?
88's
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Post by 3ff3ct on Nov 3, 2012 10:44:32 GMT -5
Personally, I think it could do with rivets on the mud guards to tie it in with our favourite plastic dudesmen. Although obviously you can tell me to shog off and add some myself  It's awesome by the way  |
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Post by GrimKlaw on Nov 19, 2012 3:25:47 GMT -5
Any updates on your projects, Col. Gravis?
Cheers,
Ludovic
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Post by ColGravis on Nov 29, 2012 4:15:20 GMT -5
After a bit of a long silence, largely due to all sorts of other things which have kept me away from the hobby and Curious Constructs for a little bit things are moving again. I'd just like to say thankyou for all the feedback on the bike. There will be some more minor changes to the design, but the initial release will be very similar now to what was shown in the last picture. Definately there is the possibility of other variants of the bike further down the line though - being small means my budget is tight though, so I would'nt like to make any promisses at this stage. In the meantime I'd like to just drop in a quick preview of something else which is currently being put together for release through Curious Constructs, the Hoplite Tankette. This complete vehicle kit is being put together by AJ, aka Parak a friend and fellow blogger I've known for several years, intially through 40k Online, and as such you may have come across the design before. Here is the current state of the vehicle - as I say its very much still a work in progress, but you can get a good idea of scale and what it is we're aiming towards.   If your not familiar with Parak's work, here is his converion which this new kit is based on.  There are also plans for more vehicles - both variants of this design, and a few larger examples. |
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Post by syphon on Nov 29, 2012 5:24:59 GMT -5
Looks like I just found my version of Rough Riders!
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Post by ColGravis on Dec 13, 2012 5:41:17 GMT -5
The bike is now back from the printers - next step is a rider so watch this space. In the meantime, another quick preview which it'd be great to get some feedback on, the laser-lock rifle.  |
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Post by Cosmic on Dec 13, 2012 16:08:15 GMT -5
Very nice! Can't wait t see the bike and rider!
Again, I am so sorry with how long the singing has taken, Gravis. I finally have a couple of half days off next week so I'll get straight to it!
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Post by Major Downer on Dec 13, 2012 16:31:45 GMT -5
I want to buy those motor bikes now damn you!!! I want 5 of them in my hands!!!
Please?!
Major Downer
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Post by 3ff3ct on Dec 14, 2012 13:46:32 GMT -5
Again, I am so sorry with how long the singing has taken, Gravis Are you going Caroling together or something? I think we missed this somewhere along the way. Perhaps a youtube video in the underhive would be cool? ;D LOVE the las-locks, it'd be a great alternative for anyone doing a feral/feudal world style army. Really like the 'tankette' too, it'd make a great stand-in for heavy weapons teams or similar! |
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Post by ColGravis on Dec 17, 2012 10:30:59 GMT -5
I promiss shots of the bike soon, and the rider components too - which are on my desk at the moment. I'm hoping to have these available in January now. lol dont worry about it Cosmic, I just appreciate what your doing! Thats the idea with the las-locks, speaking of which.  |
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Post by Cosmic on Dec 17, 2012 18:01:12 GMT -5
Stupid autocorrect.......>.>
We need bikes! We need them now!
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Post by ColGravis on Dec 18, 2012 14:00:32 GMT -5
I'm working on it! Just a little heads up, the Curious Constructs Webstore will be going down, hopefully for no more then a couple of days. I'll post an update once I've got further news. |
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Post by Dazza22 on Dec 18, 2012 21:11:45 GMT -5
I must admit I keep getting excited whenever there is a new post in this thread as I think the bikes may be finished.
They look great and I will definately be putting in an order when they are available.
Until then, I will be keenly anticipating any new posts.
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Post by Soap on Dec 19, 2012 4:13:13 GMT -5
I agree with every post above!
I feel they will be mass orders for bikes so you best be ready lol!
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Post by ColGravis on Dec 30, 2012 4:47:57 GMT -5
Sorry to tease - still no update on the bikes yet, though the rider is just about done I'm about to head off for a week in Scotland so it'll be a little longer!
However, following on from my previous post, the new web store is now finally up and running!
To celebrate that, the new year, and the festive season in general, the following coupon code, entered in your Shopping Cart before checkout will give you a 10% discount in store. The coupon is valid from now until the 12th of January, and you can use it as many times as you like!
The Coupon code is NEWSTORE
I've also done a little price adjusting and put some Cavalry Squad deals in place, though these are strictly limited in number, I think they represent excellent vaue though! I've also introduced a Reward Points scheme for registered customers as an added thank you to repeat customers, and finally, all orders of £30.00 or more now ship for free!
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Post by Major Downer on Dec 30, 2012 15:23:17 GMT -5
I really want to go on your web store but I don't have any money ATM and I can't trust myself lol. I will be all over those bikes when you release them, I'm going to make a biker gang Have fun in Scotland! Major Downer |
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Post by velauzehraptor on Dec 31, 2012 3:02:09 GMT -5
Loving your stuff Gravis |
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Post by ColGravis on Dec 31, 2012 5:37:04 GMT -5
Cheers chaps! Just before I disappear off for New Years, I'm after a bit more feedback, this time on an Energy Pistol, between myself and the CAD artist, Jake, we've got a few ideas along a basic theme - based as an upgrade of the Laser-lock Pistol. I'd be interested to hear peoples thoughts on the designs, specifically which you prefer, or which features of them you prefer if the weapon was instead a combination of the existing concepts.   Hope you all have a great new year! |
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Post by Soap on Dec 31, 2012 7:00:49 GMT -5
Of the cad designs I like the top one the most. Have you thought about adding magazine housing to the weapon, so it has replaceable energy source like the las pistol for example, or is it supposed to be how it looks, a plasma based weapon.
If I was to change one this it would be the pistol grip. The way it joins to the weapon doesn't look right with the way the rear of the gun being so curved. Maybe dropping back the box on the side, and adding a heat displacer on the side might work?
That's my 10p. Hope it's constructive help.
Happy new year!
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Post by ColGravis on Jan 5, 2013 11:50:28 GMT -5
I'm back from my winter break, and all previous orders are now shipped and the counter reset. There's one week left on the 10% store discount voucher, a reminder that the code is 'NEWSTORE' and should be entered in your shopping basket ahead of check out! Cheers for the feedback soap, these are still very much work in progress concepts - we want to make sure that the final design is bang on. I'm hoping for a pressure cylinder type magazine to replace the current ammo cell. Changes to the grip are possible, the design reflects more of a dueling pistol styled grip, something else I'd like to do, but need not apply here. Just to add to the early CAD concepts, here are two more - any further thoughts on the original ones, or perhaps on these two?  |
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Post by ColGravis on Jan 11, 2013 5:24:45 GMT -5
Just a quick reminder, the 10% discount code 'NEWSTORE' expires tomorrow (Saturday 12th), don't miss out if your thinking about placing an order any time soon!
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Post by commissarbob on Jan 11, 2013 23:35:13 GMT -5
I will have to bug the wife, hopefully I can get an order placed... Life guard torsos with the pickelhaube heads and light gun carriages. Add great coat legs and some arms and off I go!
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