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jenck
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Mar 31, 2015
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AndryxIf you want to try, One drop has released the CNC files for their first yoyo "the project".
http://www.yoyoskills.com/?p=1267
you'll also need to buy the hardware for the response system, axle and nut capture system, and bearing.
http://www.yoyoskills.com/?p=1267
you'll also need to buy the hardware for the response system, axle and nut capture system, and bearing.
jenck
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Mar 31, 2015
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AndryxYeah, but it is worth pointing out that OD underprices their yoyo's compared to their japanese and American competitors (http://shop.yoyoexpert.com/product/619/Angle is an example of a yoyo of comparable quality). Also they have to pay for the anodization and do pre-treatment with respect to that process. and there is the design process of making the yoyo. If you haven't seen the Summit Documentary (
) it is a good look at the process of concept, and prototyping, and testing, and machining, and ano, and marketing. I'm not saying they are selling them at cost; there certainly are margins... I'm just saying that there is a lot that goes into running a yoyo production company. And Like anything, there is some cost associated with getting a brand name product.
) it is a good look at the process of concept, and prototyping, and testing, and machining, and ano, and marketing. I'm not saying they are selling them at cost; there certainly are margins... I'm just saying that there is a lot that goes into running a yoyo production company. And Like anything, there is some cost associated with getting a brand name product.
basepi
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Apr 1, 2015
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AndryxYou might be surprised at precise machining required to make a completely balanced yoyo. Many people have tried taking yoyo designs to any old machine shop and you end up with a barely-playable product. There's a lot more craftsmanship that goes into high-end yoyos than you'd expect. =)
ZacL.Rupnow
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Apr 1, 2015
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basepiLandon Balk's company 3yo3 is a great example, everything handmade to order.
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