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Post by VPTurner on Jul 19, 2012 21:00:45 GMT
Just trying to properly set my own expectations, has anyone placed an order with Christian Fletcher recently? I just placed an order on Sunday (including full payment for sword and custom scabbard) and followed-up with an introduction e-mail the other day. So far I have not heard from him. Is this common? I understand the production queue is packed with a six month backlog, so I am not overly concerned (yet). What is the typical length of time for initial contact after placing an order? Thanks. --Vince
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Post by Dave Kelly on Jul 19, 2012 21:07:41 GMT
Hello Vince:
CF is right up there with the big guys in the business. You're going first class.
Depending on his itinerary it may take a few days before you get an acknowledgement. That will give you some sense of his time lines for work. Then silence until he is ready for your production.
Don't know of anyone here who has complained about their experience with Christian.
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Post by VPTurner on Jul 19, 2012 21:24:44 GMT
Thanks for the feedback. Yes, I had researched extensively before placing an order with him. I am very impressed with his reputation and quality of craftsmanship. The sword is just an Albion Count (ordered through him), but I did personalize the scabbard. I may request some personalization of the hilt/pommel also once I get placed in the production queue.
It's my first "real" sword after years of owning and displaying cheap ornamental junk. I figured it was about time to make the leap from fantasy to reality. My next purchase will be a beater sword and then a couple of practice swords. I am glad I found this site. Very helpful and a considerable amount of useful information even before I got into the forums.
I feel like a kid on Christmas, and it has only been four days since I placed the order. :lol:
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Post by chrisperoni on Jul 19, 2012 21:33:11 GMT
Someone kinda did...
Pope Julius II - "When will you make an end?"
Michelangelo - "When I am finished." -The Agony and the Esctasy
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Post by johnwalter on Jul 20, 2012 0:30:36 GMT
Hehe.I had forgotten about that. To the Op,thats a nice piece your getting
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Post by Dave Kelly on Jul 20, 2012 1:16:14 GMT
There are a number of us with CFs. Probably another thread somewhere here showing them off. Lunaman's got his precious Borderwatch. I got a rare Austrian WarSword: (recently resurrected from the back pages...) forum.sword-buyers-guide.com/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=518
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Post by Enkidu on Jul 20, 2012 1:51:50 GMT
He did Ego Memor, fine work but communication wise... hmm... could have been better, he's not of the talkative type. But i wasnt looking for a buddy to chat with either, just someone with talent to do the work, and that he did. Brian Kuntz is way more effective in that matter or Ernie of Yeshua swords, those guys are very interesting to chat with. But dont worry, your work will be done on schedule and with a top notch attention to details.
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Post by Lunaman on Jul 20, 2012 2:06:36 GMT
Christian made me a Borderwatch built on an Albion Crecy and communication was very good throughout. I placed the order over the phone, so I don't know his email order response time, but Christian takes care of his stuff.
There will likely be a multi-month wait because Albion has to make the sword before he can make your scabbard, but I believe you will be very pleased with the result.
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Post by Wes on Jul 20, 2012 4:27:30 GMT
CF is creating one of Lunaman's designs for me. The Montoya. Slated to start sometime around October but he had an illness earlier in the year that pushed his schedule back a bit. He replied to me a couple weeks ago when I inquired about it so I wouldn't be too woried. Try sending another in about a week if you don't get a response between now and then. Maybe it just slipped through the cracks. Might have checked it while he was busy thinking he'd get back later and forgot. I wouldn't worry too much though
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Post by Deepbluedave on Jul 20, 2012 8:20:16 GMT
I'll add to what everyone else has said, but you just got to look at the finished product, stunning workmanship, here is picture of one I ordered from him took about 12 months. Attachments:
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Post by VPTurner on Jul 23, 2012 17:06:32 GMT
All is well. Christian contacted me Friday to let me know the sword order with Albion was placed and he'd let me know when it got there. He also said I can bug him pretty much anytime with questions and/or concerns. Thanks again for the feedback. Very much appreciated.
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Post by VPTurner on May 15, 2013 16:51:53 GMT
Well, the wait is almost over. I should have it in my hands Friday. Attachments:
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Post by William Swiger on May 15, 2013 17:02:14 GMT
Very cool indeed.
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Post by Miekka on May 15, 2013 17:23:24 GMT
Very nice! I just finished up a commission with Christian too and was very pleased with the entire experience.
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