New Type of Waster!!

[Aaron Pynenberg]

Here's some pictures of the new material:


This is the "plug" that is in the pommel for weight

[Jeremy Martin]

I've never bought or priced wasters before. What price range do they usually fall in? Just curious.

And can you make these in different dimensions?

Thanks.

[Aaron Pynenberg]

Folks, I just had some more conversations with Eric, and he has looked into the shipping charges and decieded that he cannot cover that so that will be extra, sorry for the confusion.

As far as diffrent sizes, he is not willing to do that yet as that would change the amount of time he would have to put into the process, as I said I am 5' 10" and it's a perfect fit for me, Kevin Peterson is much taller than me but he still uses this size with no problems.

As far as pricing goes, you'll have to do that homework yourselves, then comapre and make a choice on what's right for you....but let me say that I have a waster from about every company out there. These are no comparison in terms of thier handeling when compared to wood, they flex do not bounce at all (when used in pairs) and there is no denting of the actual material (when used in pairs) as well. it's practically totally maintanance free. If used with a wooden waster these effects are slightly less but still very noticeable...but again comes down to individual preferance, some do not like plastic weapons so it's up to you- choose carefully and buyer beware!

[Jeremy Martin]

Well, I might be willing to compensate for the extra time, materials, etc. After I try the 'basic' version first of course.

Does he accept checks? I'd feel a bit better about that then sending cash through the mail.

[Aaron Pynenberg]

of course-send no cash man, checks are fine-

[Axel Pettersson]

Do the handle/grip get slippery when you start to sweat, being plastic and so?

[Francisco Uribe]

Aaron,

Two questions:

1) Do you know what is the comercial name of the material used for the blade? My friends in Chile were wondering about that, to see if they can find a similar stuff and try to make their own.

2) Do you think this material could be adapted to make cores for padded weapons? Can you ask Eric about this?

Fco.

[Aaron Pynenberg]

Axel first- no, I have not found that to be the case- the plastic seems pretty porus on the handles but as contact is made with the blades the plastic there becomes, "shiny" and seems to wear in so that it is slicker-

The plastic is such that you can use a magic marker on it and it stays, but marks and stuff wash off- I think the stuff is amazing-we are also starting to put self-adhesive tennis raquette tape (actually a thin piece of leather) on the handles which improves the grips as well-

Fransico- i have no idea what the stuff is called I will ask him next chance I get- I do know that normally this type of plastic in these sizes costs a bundle but he has special connections through his work so, he gets it cheaper-

[Francisco Uribe]

Also, please do not forget to ask his opinion into evolving these these wasters into padded swords.

Fco.

[Aaron Pynenberg]

ahh yes, we are looking at that, however to make the stuff thin enough to be practicle, we are not sure that it will hold up. We are looking at it though.

[Jonathan Harton]

Any idea on when shorter/ other models will be an option? I'm short(5'4) and these are simply too long for me. I'm also intrested in a single hander for I.33.
Thanks!

[Aaron Pynenberg]

I am not sure you could write hime a letter and ask _ he could then maybe quote you a price for any specific changes I guess?- try it and see what he says-

[Lorraine Munoa]

They may be longer than your preferred sword length, but height doesn't have to determine that length. In ARMA Provo, there was a girl about your height or probably even shorter, and she used a huge ol greatsword. I'm 5' 7" and I prefer a bastard sword.

[Aaron Pynenberg]

Hello Arma Members, This is Eric Winkler, using Aaron's account to clarify some details---

I would like to thank all of you for your interest in my plastic
swords. I am as excited about them as you all seem to be!
I have figured out the details for S&H and I am very much
ready to start taking orders.

Before I give you the details I would like to thank Aaron and Kevin for thier praise, encouragement and help posting this and other info.
Thank You Both for being such good friends!

The most recent pictures that Aaron posted are what you
will receive should you decide to purchase a sword.
The costs will be as fallows.....

$100.00 -1 sword
$95.00-each additional sword

S&H charges are as fallows.
$10.00-1 sword + $3.00 each additional sword.

I am not out make a fortune. I just need what I feel is fair for
my time, skill and effort. I will use either FEDEX or the U.S.
Postal Service for S&H .

At this time I can not find a shipping service that will send a package overseas because of size restrictions. I WILL FIND
A WAY! If anyone can help it would be greatly appreciated!

If you would like to order a sword please send a check or
money order to / make payable to....

ERIC E. WINKLER
1504 E. Randall Ave.
Appleton WI, 54911

Please include your mailing address, phone # and the best time to reach you at this #. I will not give out your phone # !
I am currently not internet accessable and this will be the best way to contact you if I have questions or concerns.

For those of you who are interested in custom orders please send a detailed drawing with dimensions and a letter with any questions you might have.I will also need your contact info
Address/Phone#. I will see what Ican do and get back to you ASAP.

Everyone please keep in mind I am only one person. I do this in my spare time. Orders will be filled in the order they are received. My job as acabinet maker makes it possible for me to do this and is very important to me. Of course my family always comes first. I will execute each order as fast as possible. If for some reason I become overwhelmed I will
contact you personally.
THANK YOU ALL VERY MUCH!

Sincerely,
ERIC E. WINKLER