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Knifegloves - sirbrad - 05-02-2008
<!--quoteo(post=260064:date=May 1 2008, 06:28 PM:name=dean7879)<div class=\'quotetop\'>QUOTE(dean7879 @ May 1 2008, 06:28 PM) <a href=\"index.php?act=findpost&pid=260064\"><{POST_SNAPBACK}></a></div><div class=\'quotemain\'><!--quotecshame about chris. who is having his templates?<!--QuoteEnd</div><!--QuoteEEnd<a href=\"http://www.nightmaregloves.com/\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.nightmaregloves.com/</a>I think that is it.
Knifegloves - sirbrad - 05-02-2008
I was more so talking about him doing all the work himself as far as building it in his house, not cutting all the pieces. But someone said that Nightmare gloves are more like a factory outlet with several people working on the gloves. Not sure if that is accurate or not.
Knifegloves - SUCKFACE - 05-02-2008
<!--quoteo(post=260102:date=May 2 2008, 01:19 PM:name=sirbrad)<div class=\'quotetop\'>QUOTE(sirbrad @ May 2 2008, 01:19 PM) <a href=\"index.php?act=findpost&pid=260102\"><{POST_SNAPBACK}></a></div><div class=\'quotemain\'><!--quotecI was more so talking about him doing all the work himself as far as building it in his house, not cutting all the pieces. But someone said that Nightmare gloves are more like a factory outlet with several people working on the gloves. Not sure if that is accurate or not.<!--QuoteEnd</div><!--QuoteEEndThats not true at all <img src=\"style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/rolleyes.gif\" style=\"vertical-align:middle\" emoid=\"
\" border=\"0\" alt=\"rolleyes.gif\" /> Anders makes all his own gloves as well as other props and stuff and this is why it will take a longer time to get a glove from him.He normally has a fairly long wait list and this is because of the quality of his glove.Yes they are more expensive but he has been in this game for a lot longer and his gloves are one of the best available, Robert England even recommends him as they are good friends through Anders quality of work.Laser cut templates are generally mass produced to save the maker time meaning that they can sell them for that bit cheaper than some one who cuts the whole glove by hand.In my opinion there are only 2 glove makers that I would now deal with as far as accurate and quality goes and that isAnders Erikson from nightmare gloves and Ken Hasting from all things EvilThey are the best at doing these props now and there prices being more expensive than others reflects this.There have been a huge number of great glove makers quit the hobby over time due to the fact of cheap budget gloves dominating the market, these are now being modified into more accurate looking gloves than before with the new wave of glove makers coming threw, and I'm sure once the new glove makers have mastered there skills at making gloves as screen accurate as posible there prices too will go up to reflect there work that they put into them.$300 to me is not a lot of money for a glove and I'll tell you whyThe glove for that money should be one of the best replicas first off.The materials alone will cost around $100 per glove if not more depending on the materials usedThe time it has taken that person to perfect every technique required over the years to produce a top replicaand finally the amount of hard work and hours it has taken some one to bend, cut, solder,color and put together that glove.If you think of a good hourly wage for some one building gloves and then put the price of materials on top of that there is not a lot left over as your profit.This is why so many people give it up.
Knifegloves - liquidaluminum - 05-06-2008
Well here's my take on this. Freddy gloves are my passion more than any of the other collector stuff out there. I hate to say this because he posts on the boards, but we are all entitled to our own opinions. Personally, there are A LOT better gloves out there for just a little bit more cash. I've gotten to see one of knifegloves items up close and play with it for a bit and I didn't care for it. It doesn't have the attention to detail that a lot of other gloves have. The solder job on the one that I saw was very messy for a part one and the copper had actually turned to a kind of silver hue due to holding too much heat on the tips while applying the blades. If I were you, I'd get one from either Allthingsevil or Anders Eriksen...I'm not sure about allthingsevil now but I think his turn around has really picked up since he started getting back into it heavy. Anders will make you wait for a long time but in the end....most of his gloves are down right amazing. Here's the thing though Sirbad...I've noticed you posting in a few other topics wanting to get stuff that's equal to top end but your on a budget and in this hobby my friend that's just not possible. Here you literally get what you pay for. If someone is going to offer you a glove for $80.00, that's exactly what it is...an $80.00 glove. The kinds of gloves that Travis at Kruegear used to produce or the ones that Allthingsevil and Anders Eriksen makes are the best quality you can get but you will have to pay top dollar for them. I think Ken's (allthingsevil) gloves will run you a cool $200.00 now since he started using different materials, and an Anders glove will cost you anywhere between $225.00 and $325.00 (which I think is overpriced on the higher end) but for that price you get a an established glove maker who makes a product that most of us Freddy fans already have in our collections. The problem is..you're not going to be able to find a nice glove and save money, at least not one that's high quality. There are nice gloves out there that you can get at a deal but they "imo" are not something I would put on display...those are the gloves I would want to use to run around on Halloween with and take down and play with. I guess what I'm trying to say, is I understand you're trying to save money, but if you want to roll with the big dogs and get the uber nice stuff you're going to have to pay the price for it. My advice would be to save up the cash and get Either Ken, Chris at Topshelf *now the new kruegear* or Anders @ www.nightmaregloves.com.Hope this helps you out,Joseph
Knifegloves - sirbrad - 05-06-2008
Thanks. I understand that Mark is still somewhat new to making the gloves, so I am sure they will only get better. What is the allthingsevil website? I probably have it in my favorites somewhere, but not sure. I actually would not be comfortable wearing such an expensive glove around at my parades and parties, which is what I want one primarily for. However I would also like to own a top replica for display as well. The only reason all these things are not in my budget is because I have about 9 other hobbies. So a lot of saving is required. I am a member of krugear, but did not see a store there?
Knifegloves - sirbrad - 05-07-2008
What is the typical turn around time for nightmaregloves? I emailed them, but I think $200 would be about right so I may go with allthingsevil or another one. Another question I always have is, how can I be sure the glove will fit? I wear about a L or XL glove in the rawhide Wells Lamont brand, which I bought for Jason Lives (yellow) Or do glove makers use a one size fits all glove? Anyone know what type of glove they use, and where they get them? I would just hate to not have a glove fit properly for as much as they cost, and you can't try it on obviously. So that is another concern.
Knifegloves - liquidaluminum - 05-07-2008
<!--quoteo(post=260508:date=May 7 2008, 12:33 AM:name=sirbrad)<div class=\'quotetop\'>QUOTE(sirbrad @ May 7 2008, 12:33 AM) <a href=\"index.php?act=findpost&pid=260508\"><{POST_SNAPBACK}></a></div><div class=\'quotemain\'><!--quotecWhat is the typical turn around time for nightmaregloves? I emailed them, but I think $200 would be about right so I may go with allthingsevil or another one. Another question I always have is, how can I be sure the glove will fit? I wear about a L or XL glove in the rawhide Wells Lamont brand, which I bought for Jason Lives (yellow) Or do glove makers use a one size fits all glove? Anyone know what type of glove they use, and where they get them? I would just hate to not have a glove fit properly for as much as they cost, and you can't try it on obviously. So that is another concern.<!--QuoteEnd</div><!--QuoteEEndIn answer to your first question...the glove I got off of him took over 8 months to get here. If I were you and were going to get an Anders glove I'd place the order now to try to get it before halloween, otherwise it will be some time next year more than likely before you get one from him. Once it gets a few months away from halloween he will be slammed like no other.Unfortunately unless he lowered his prices the cheapest glove he has to offer is $225.00 but that does include shipping.In answer to your second question...Anders uses large gloves, so unless you've got freakishly huge circus hands it will fit you with no problem.Hope this helps,Joseph
Knifegloves - sirbrad - 05-07-2008
Thanks. Anders said typically 8 weeks. I guess that means months lol. But maybe it also depends on when you order. I really can't see spending over $200 for a glove, unless it is for display. I will be the only one who cares or knows about the legitimacy/accuracy anyway. I will probably go with one $100-$200 for wearing in my parades and parties this year, and probably be able to win it back in prize money.
Knifegloves - liquidaluminum - 05-08-2008
<!--quoteo(post=260552:date=May 7 2008, 07:29 PM:name=sirbrad)<div class=\'quotetop\'>QUOTE(sirbrad @ May 7 2008, 07:29 PM) <a href=\"index.php?act=findpost&pid=260552\"><{POST_SNAPBACK}></a></div><div class=\'quotemain\'><!--quotecThanks. Anders said typically 8 weeks. I guess that means months lol. But maybe it also depends on when you order. I really can't see spending over $200 for a glove, unless it is for display. I will be the only one who cares or knows about the legitimacy/accuracy anyway. I will probably go with one $100-$200 for wearing in my parades and parties this year, and probably be able to win it back in prize money.<!--QuoteEnd</div><!--QuoteEEndAnders told me it would be ready for me in 8 weeks also. I can't speak for everyone but feel free to ask around...NO ONE that I know of has EVER gotten a glove from him in the time frame promised. I mean you do whatever you feel comfortable with but I wouldn't hold my breath for Anders delivering in a realistic time. If you want to get a good quality glove for your costume contests and parades and such, then I would probably hit up Chris at www.topshelfcollections.com. -Joseph
Knifegloves - mpetrie - 05-20-2008
<!--quoteo(post=0:date=May 5, 2008, 08:43 PM:name=liquidaluminum)<div class=\'quotetop\'>QUOTE(liquidaluminum @ May 5, 2008, 08:43 PM)</div><div class=\'quotemain\'><!--quotecWell here's my take on this. Freddy gloves are my passion more than any of the other collector stuff out there. I hate to say this because he posts on the boards, but we are all entitled to our own opinions. Personally, there are A LOT better gloves out there for just a little bit more cash. I've gotten to see one of knifegloves items up close and play with it for a bit and I didn't care for it. It doesn't have the attention to detail that a lot of other gloves have. The solder job on the one that I saw was very messy for a part one and the copper had actually turned to a kind of silver hue due to holding too much heat on the tips while applying the blades.<!--QuoteEnd</div><!--QuoteEEndI'm surprised to learn this. I've only recently started offering Part 1 gloves and NONE of them have had messy soldering jobs (even though the soldering job on the film-used Part 1 glove was actually quite messy). Plus, all of the copper parts after I have done the soldering are re-cleaned and buffed so having a silver hue due to overheating isn't possible. I'm questioning if it really was one of my gloves or if it was one of my much older gloves when I just barely got started in this venture. Who purchased the glove and how long ago was it that you saw this glove? I can go back in my records and see what kind of glove it was.