Re: Fletcher Multimaster point driver
Posted: Sat 29 May, 2021 2:41 pm
I'm currently starting to put together some basic deep box frames, there will be some more appealing ones as well at a bit higher price as well, however these first ones are aimed at those who might not go for anything other that a basic item at a basic price. Obvoiusly a deep box frame is going to cost more to produce than an ordinary basic frame, as the price has too include the extra work and materials and that's just how it is. I am not aiming to compete with cheap and cheerful suff from the big shops, that's just pointless. These basic deep box frames are using a technique that a previous member of this forum used to refer to as looking like a cookoo clock. The rear extension box section, sits into the front section and is secore in place against the glass with the multimaster tabs and screws, which is quick, simple and cost effective, while also not looking like a bodge. I have chosen not to include a mount behind the glass, but instead I am using the box section insert as an opporunity for a little bit of decorative effect, by adding a small chamfer to the front facing edge.
I am using two cheap pine mouldings and I have a method of finishing these very quickly and easily, not only without raising the grain (yes I am using water based finishes, but I am also getting a very slick toally smooth finish). Presentation is everything if you are trying to not only sell it but also at a decent price. In this day and age too many potential customers, like to think that prices are nogociable. Not in my shop they are not! I don't care if these people decide to walk. Selling things to cheap is not what I am here for! If your price is fair and honest, why agree to sell it for less! Your multimaster will likely open up different possibilities for making new things and time saving ways of doing things. I like to make various saleable items from my left over sprap materials, but becareful to be sure that making these various items to truely worthwhile. The materials might have been already allowed for and paid for within the cost, or previous jobs, but you still need to be paid for your time and labour. It matters! "A workman is worthy of his hire!"
I am using two cheap pine mouldings and I have a method of finishing these very quickly and easily, not only without raising the grain (yes I am using water based finishes, but I am also getting a very slick toally smooth finish). Presentation is everything if you are trying to not only sell it but also at a decent price. In this day and age too many potential customers, like to think that prices are nogociable. Not in my shop they are not! I don't care if these people decide to walk. Selling things to cheap is not what I am here for! If your price is fair and honest, why agree to sell it for less! Your multimaster will likely open up different possibilities for making new things and time saving ways of doing things. I like to make various saleable items from my left over sprap materials, but becareful to be sure that making these various items to truely worthwhile. The materials might have been already allowed for and paid for within the cost, or previous jobs, but you still need to be paid for your time and labour. It matters! "A workman is worthy of his hire!"