Re: Wanted : Thunder I brass knobs

[boutjp97]

LINK This is a US company out of Texas but check out the custom guitar knob section. Some pretty good looking brass ones. $30 USD plus shipping per pair, not sure of the dimensions of this knob but it was made for a tele so if you have a tele knob check it out or just email him (update...I have emailed the company and asked about shipping, dimensions, and custom making a limited run to the above listed specs, I'll let you all know when I know). If he doesn't ship international I would be happy to accept paypal and buy/receive/re-ship internationally for any of you at actual cost of items and shipping (I may need a favor from your area some day). There are other members from Texas on here also, maybe someone lives close to this guy. Anyone??????




www.armadilloguitar.com/

I also found this on his site so he does make custom brass bridges Dan.

[Barry]

Those knobs do look very close, eh? The exterior looks bang on to my eyes!
Even if they turn out to not be precisely the same I'm sure it won't take much to mod 'em.

Replacing these Brass knobs on the Thunders and Concords, etc. and the Switchmaster knobs the Spectrums, has been next to impossible to date. Looks like there's finally some light at the end of the 'ole tunnel.
Nice one boutjp97!

As for the bridge, it too looks really good.
But just a caution that you check the string spacing first. I recently replaced a barrel-saddle bridge an an Avenger which is an F-Scale and required a 10.5 mm string spacing. The more common sizing is 11.2 mm (much cheaper too) which is too wide and you'll end up with strings not only tracking off the pup poles but too close to the fret board edge.

[boutjp97]

Here is the reply to my email from the above listed company...

Hello Jason,
Well those knobs are quite similar to knobs that I make but not exact. But I would be more than happy to meet the exact spec's you require. Most of my work is small quantity, custom work, so I could probably fill your club's needs quite well. I don't have a minimum order per se and I ship all over the world. So I guess individual club members could contact me stating the number of knobs they would like and I could fill those orders individually, or you could commit to a larger quantity purchase and distribute them yourself. If you choose the latter I would work out some sort of price break based on quantity. I don't usually get much large quantity work, being mostly known to Tele players looking for true custom work, but I would do my best to get you an extremely accurate product in a good time frame.

Thank you very much for your interest in my shop.
Michael D. Slotboom

GREAT NEWS!!!!!! So do you all just want to order yourselves or do you want me to put in a large one time order for a discount and then mail them out individually? The discount would probably be small but I'm willing to ask. And Barry, I believe you live around 30 minutes from me so I could always deliver on one of my Ikea shopping days in your area or on my way to TO to save you that thax and duty.

[Barry]

...And Barry, I believe you live around 30 minutes from me so I could always deliver on one of my Ikea shopping days in your area or on my way to TO to save you that thax and duty.

Hey thanks man! But I have no need for brass knobs at this time, no brass minkeys have been near my Thunder and she's still intact. 'Appreciate the kind offer though!

[boutjp97]

Ya know, that Philips knob is about the closest thing I've seen to the original Switchmaster design. Of course we have no idea if the shaft diameter is the same, but I'm certain that could be accommodated if necessary. The only obvious thing missing is the little white dot on the top.

Those are the best I've seen Barry. Here are a few other sources that may work in a pinch...

http://www.allparts.com/Beveled-Top-Knobs-p/pk-3255-023.htm
http://www.reidsupply.com/GrpResults.aspx?pid=10022725&aitm=DK-315&apid=10022725
http://www.cosmocorp.com/en/kp-handler.cfm?CAT=H&SUBCAT=1&KN=1&src=17

http://www.hoffmanamps.com

[boutjp97]

I am still awaiting a price for a set of three brass knobs. As soon as he gets back to me I will post his price here and in the for sale section so that you all may order direct from him (international shipping is no problem). It appears it will be a considerably higher price than Mr. Blair was able to get them for in the Westone Spares Section but hey, at least we now have the option for replica brass knobs. Also he can make any brass bridge you may need with pictures and specs. I didn't ask about a brass nut but that should be easy work for him. Also his fame comes from quality custom brass Tele parts so all you Tele owners visit his site.

[boutjp97]

Just got an email reply from armadilloguitar. They can make sets of three (3) for $45 USD and $8 USD shipping for US orders and $11 USD for international shipping. That breaks down to about 36.20 GBP. He also stated that he can add an order button on his website for our forum members if that will make it easier to order. I invited him to review the spares section on the westone site and to post in the forums for sale section as to what he can custom make. I know the price is double what we paid in the spares section but at least we have an option now.

[Barry]

That's really good news for the long suffering knobless amongst us!
Thanks for working on this!

[turnersmews]

Just got an email reply from armadilloguitar. They can make sets of three (3) for $45 USD and $8 USD shipping for US orders and $11 USD for international shipping. That breaks down to about 36.20 GBP. He also stated that he can add an order button on his website for our forum members if that will make it easier to order. I invited him to review the spares section on the westone site and to post in the forums for sale section as to what he can custom make. I know the price is double what we paid in the spares section but at least we have an option now.

Thats great news, many thanks. what do you recommend waiting for him to post on the site, or going direct.

[boutjp97]

He said he is set and ready to go so contact him direct via the email link on his page. Just let him know you want the Westone reproduction knob. If you are the first to order please post pictures and comment as he has not made one to these specifications yet and I'm sure everyone would like to know how close they are to the originals.

[corsair]

Good work; thank you! Now, someone needs to buy knobs to keep the contact alive, eh!! They seem well priced for a speciality, low volume item too; we were a bit spoiled with David's gear because he was doing for love, really!!!

[turnersmews]

He said he is set and ready to go so contact him direct via the email link on his page. Just let him know you want the Westone reproduction knob. If you are the first to order please post pictures and comment as he has not made one to these specifications yet and I'm sure everyone would like to know how close they are to the originals.

Ok I will contact him and order some and post the outcome for the members.

[corsair]

Winner!! Look forward to it, though I'm sure they'll be beauties!!

[Thorn]

I invited him to review the spares section on the westone site and to post in the forums for sale section as to what he can custom make.

Wow, thanks very much!

If he asks nicely enough I might give him the shirt off my back too.

[boutjp97]

I invited him to review the spares section on the westone site and to post in the forums for sale section as to what he can custom make.

Wow, thanks very much!

If he asks nicely enough I might give him the shirt off my back too.

I checked with him and he accepted your offer as long as it isn't one of those Hawaiian shirts. Please contact him direct at givemetheshirtoffofyourback@aol.com.