HarpNinja
1633 posts
Sep 06, 2011
12:21 PM
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I want one. Charlie McCoy had one on his site, but it has been out of stock for at least a year or two. Airmojo posted a pic with one he got - looks awesome. At some time, probably several years ago, someone else mentioned having one on Harp-l and having to have it custom made.
Anyone with any leads? I like the solid looking molded ones versus getting a belt buckle with a harmonica pictured on it, if that makes sense.
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Mike
Quicksilver Custom Harmonicas
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HarpNinja
1634 posts
Sep 06, 2011
12:24 PM
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eharp shared this link:
http://www.acebuckles.com/Default.aspx
I am totally in. Anyone else game? I can see this getting complicated quick regarding design, but I am hoping a generic sandwhich style harmonica is good enough...no brand logos or such. Obviously the brass color, ;)
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Mike
Quicksilver Custom Harmonicas
Last Edited by on Sep 06, 2011 12:26 PM
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Buzadero
862 posts
Sep 06, 2011
12:36 PM
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If you're going down the cast brass harp look, I'd say yes. If it's simply going to be a big flat buckle with a harp on it, no thanks.
Probably a good single whack opportunity for someone with a bit of casting skills to organize a group sale.
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HarpNinja
1635 posts
Sep 06, 2011
12:36 PM
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I emailed the company asking for info on a buckle that would either look similar to eharp's or look like an actual harmonica.
Prices for just a single buckle are over $100, but if 15 people want the design, it is probably $15-$30 each. I will post here as I learn more.
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Mike
Quicksilver Custom Harmonicas
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falconer
23 posts
Sep 06, 2011
12:54 PM
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I'm in for one too.
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toddlgreene
3280 posts
Sep 06, 2011
12:57 PM
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If you get in that price range, and it is available in silver/silver tone, count me in!
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Todd L. Greene
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HarpNinja
1637 posts
Sep 06, 2011
1:06 PM
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Yeah, I don't want flat. I'd settle for 3D and textured like the Charlie McCoy belt, but my first preference is for it to be an actual harmonica shape.
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Mike
Quicksilver Custom Harmonicas
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toddlgreene
3281 posts
Sep 06, 2011
1:23 PM
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I think this is more like you have in mind? I dig it.
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Todd L. Greene
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AirMojo
205 posts
Sep 06, 2011
1:44 PM
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Hi guys... I actually checked into having a copy of my harp buckle made with ACE buckles about 4 or 5 years ago.
They wanted me to send mine in so that they could make a mold of it, and it would have to be polished so that all the scratches and mojo were cleaned off of it.
I believe my buckle is "pewter", and it is not flat like most buckles you see... it is more "3 dimensional"... the one that Charlie McCoy has is pretty flat (I have one).
Several years ago, the "hole post" in the back of it broke off (too much beer that night!), so I mojo-ed up a new one from a steel nail, shaped it, and secured it with JB Weld.
I didn't want to send it in and risk losing it.
Here is a scan that I made back then...
Last Edited by on Sep 06, 2011 1:54 PM
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Stickman
689 posts
Sep 06, 2011
1:52 PM
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I'd buy one
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eharp
1451 posts
Sep 06, 2011
1:55 PM
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out of all the brains/tweakers/innovators on this forum, no one can come up with a simple way to use a broken harp for a buckle??!?
okay. let's kick it around here.
1) you gotta remove 1 of the coverplates so you have a better area to secure everything to.
2) the post can be a nail thru the comb as mojo did
3) you need to secure a metal loop for the belt to actually connect to the buckle.
4) perhaps a metal bracket or guide between loop and post.
c'mon. this aint that hard!
who's got some skills?
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AirMojo
206 posts
Sep 06, 2011
1:59 PM
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Sounds like a job better suited for a craftsman like Chris Reynolds.
A Seydel Super-6 harp would be about the right size, but believe me, any real harp would get dented and mutilated in no time... my buckle shows some wear and tear after 30+ years, but I still have playable harps that old too... :)
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Rick Shanks
96 posts
Sep 06, 2011
3:00 PM
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@ Mike - If this happens let me know.. Subject to design I could well be in. Like Todd G. I would prefer
silver or pewter colour.
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KiwiRick
http://www.richardshanksart.com
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Ant138
1090 posts
Sep 06, 2011
11:12 PM
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I collect buckles so i would buy one. There is often one on ebay but its usually a chromatic harp on it so i havn't bought it. There are alot of harmonica cuff links on ebay at the moment which are pretty nice.
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J-Sin
63 posts
Sep 07, 2011
12:12 AM
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I love all kinds of flashy belt buckles and I've been looking for one with a harmonica for a long time. I recently found a locomotive buckle, which kinda reminds me of the harmonica.
So I would definitely be in. But it has to look Cool. The one AirMojo posted looks good to me.
It would be better of course if someone could actually blow it while you were wearing it.
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HarpNinja
1639 posts
Sep 07, 2011
6:17 AM
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Hi Mike,
In order to get the brass color, we need to make them in Zinc and you have to reach the minimum of 25.
Here is your pricing:
3-1/4” X 2-1/4” Zinc with Antique Brass finish
25 X = $12.51 ea
Artwork is $25-$50
Shipping is not included in this quote
***I asked about a more silver looking belt and shared the pic AirMojo posted here. I asked for a reference pic of the size of the buckle and if we'd get to see the artwork/get to sign off on it before moving forward.
Sounds like it will be around $20 for the buckle. I am assuming I'll have to take money for the orders, get them shipped to me, and then ship them out to whoever buys them. I am not looking to make a profit off of these, so I will come up with the actual cost before solicting money, etc.
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Mike
Quicksilver Custom Harmonicas
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harpnwillys
7 posts
Sep 07, 2011
8:20 AM
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@Mike, I would buy one. let me know if you still have my email address. Tom
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HarpNinja
1644 posts
Sep 07, 2011
8:52 AM
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"Hi Mike,
We actually have a 3D harmonica in 3D that we can use to keep your costs down. If you prefer to have the buckles made in Pewter, then here is your pricing:
3-1/4” x 2-1/4” Pewter
20 X = $23.90 ea
**if you hit 25- the price drops to $14.96 ea **
Add for 3D- one time charge of $50
Artwork will be approximately $25
Shipping is not included in this quote
If you are ready to get some artwork done up, we will provide you with a rendering of what your buckle will look like. We do require a credit card on file to start the process.
It is better to phone in that information.
Best Regards,
-Linda
ACE Buckles
Phone & Fax: (866)-882-9701
To see our complete selection of Promotional, Award and Recognition Products, please visit:
www.AceRecognition.com"
The next step costs me money. Are people still in? I'll see if I can see the 3D harp first before paying anything.
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Mike
Quicksilver Custom Harmonicas
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GEEZER1
122 posts
Sep 07, 2011
8:52 AM
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Why can't some industrious talented harp player use the LOST WAX PROCESS to cast some harp belt buckles? From the looks of the demand he could do well.
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ianharpo
73 posts
Sep 07, 2011
9:52 AM
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me too please !
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toddlgreene
3284 posts
Sep 07, 2011
10:23 AM
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Make sure that 3d harp is in Cb, Mike...
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Todd L. Greene
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BAG
92 posts
Sep 07, 2011
3:15 PM
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Add me to the count Mike. I'll trust the design that the rest of you come up with.
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eharp
1453 posts
Sep 07, 2011
3:21 PM
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deal me in on that, mike.
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harpnwillys
8 posts
Sep 07, 2011
3:30 PM
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Yes Mike I am still in.
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REM
112 posts
Sep 07, 2011
3:39 PM
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You can count me in as well.
Honestly I just want Airmojo's belt buckle, but I don't think he's going to he's going to hand it over (kind of selfish of him if you ask me*).
*JK
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eharp
1455 posts
Sep 07, 2011
5:04 PM
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i offered him $75 and a b-rad!
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ElkRiverHarmonicas
725 posts
Sep 07, 2011
6:17 PM
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I got one that Charlie McCoy took off his personal belt at the Kanawha County Fair in 2007. Wear it every day. it's like $15 from Charlie, you can order them directly from his website.
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David
Elk River Harmonicas
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HarpNinja
1645 posts
Sep 07, 2011
6:27 PM
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It hasn't been available on the site for over a year...it is "temporarily" out of stock.
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Mike
Quicksilver Custom Harmonicas
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OzarkRich
458 posts
Sep 08, 2011
7:19 AM
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I'll buy one. Maybe two depending on the price. Preference is pewter but brass is fine.
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The7thDave
253 posts
Sep 08, 2011
10:50 AM
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Count me in.
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Littoral
360 posts
Sep 08, 2011
10:54 AM
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In Please
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HarpNinja
1652 posts
Sep 08, 2011
10:57 AM
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I will call tonight or tomorrow and share the proof when I can. I need to call them and have no cell reception at work.
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Mike
Quicksilver Custom Harmonicas
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belfast_harper
276 posts
Sep 08, 2011
11:13 AM
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I would be interested in one too.
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belfast_harper
277 posts
Sep 08, 2011
11:13 AM
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I would be interested in one too.
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belfast_harper
278 posts
Sep 08, 2011
11:13 AM
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I would be interested in one too.
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eharp
1456 posts
Sep 08, 2011
4:03 PM
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belfast wants 3!!
;-)
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12gagedan
124 posts
Sep 08, 2011
8:34 PM
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Count me in.
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Gig74
82 posts
Sep 09, 2011
11:15 AM
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I'd go for one, if shipping to the uk is ok.
Greg.
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Living the dream and learning the blues one little trouble at a time.
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