MalteseFalcon Posted September 29, 2011 Share Posted September 29, 2011 Hello mighty and powerful users of B&C Does anyone know where I can get some decent clear/transparent 25mm bases. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elric the Silvercoat Posted September 29, 2011 Share Posted September 29, 2011 GW has some I think I only know that they are used for the Nids. For the Gargoyles. But you maybe can order them from them. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2888707 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gurth Posted September 29, 2011 Share Posted September 29, 2011 Are those 25 mm, or the normal 30 mm flying bases they've used for ages? If you have access to a lathe you could buy 30 mm ones and remove 5 mm, but this won't be an option for everyone ;) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2888724 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elric the Silvercoat Posted September 29, 2011 Share Posted September 29, 2011 Are those 25 mm, or the normal 30 mm flying bases they've used for ages? If you have access to a lathe you could buy 30 mm ones and remove 5 mm, but this won't be an option for everyone ;) I thought the ones on Gargoyles were smaller than the normal ones but I maybe wrong. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2888729 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MalteseFalcon Posted September 29, 2011 Author Share Posted September 29, 2011 I am more looking for 25mm bases that look like the normal "black" 25mm base that GW supply but transparent Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2888738 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Emperor's Champion Posted September 29, 2011 Share Posted September 29, 2011 I am more looking for 25mm bases that look like the normal "black" 25mm base that GW supply but transparent Honestly, I'd love some of those too, but I'm fairly sure they don't exist. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2888752 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elric the Silvercoat Posted September 29, 2011 Share Posted September 29, 2011 I am more looking for 25mm bases that look like the normal "black" 25mm base that GW supply but transparent So you mean smoky clear bases? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2888759 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HunterEste Posted September 29, 2011 Share Posted September 29, 2011 http://www.mongoosepublishing.com/miniatur...-small-x-6.html These are the closest I've seen to the size you are looking for. Hopefully this helps. *edit: typo Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2888768 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seahawk Posted September 29, 2011 Share Posted September 29, 2011 Those are still 30mm, but they're totally awesome because they have ball/socket tips! I've missed those... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2888778 Share on other sites More sharing options...
natsirtm Posted September 29, 2011 Share Posted September 29, 2011 I have seen blue tinted clear ice bases (available in most sizes I think, even bike bases). I think I have the link at home somewhere. If I don't answer in a day or so PM me to remind me! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2888806 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryan Blaire Posted September 29, 2011 Share Posted September 29, 2011 Maybe these will help: Warmill (Not my site and I've never gotten anything from them so I can't endorse or vouch for them, but I stumbled onto the site) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2888878 Share on other sites More sharing options...
darth_giles Posted September 29, 2011 Share Posted September 29, 2011 This might fall into the category of dupes, but what about taking a mold-making material and casting your own solid bases out of clear resin? The only drawback I can see is discoloration from where you super-glued the model to the base, and/or the pin showing if you have to pin something down. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2889060 Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronKobra Posted September 30, 2011 Share Posted September 30, 2011 I am more looking for 25mm bases that look like the normal "black" 25mm base that GW supply but transparent Honestly, I'd love some of those too, but I'm fairly sure they don't exist. I am sure at Games Day someone had their troops in an Armies on Parade board on clear bases. I remember specifically making a comment that they looked cool to my buddy with me. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2889429 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MalteseFalcon Posted September 30, 2011 Author Share Posted September 30, 2011 Thanks for the help guys, not really wanting to put them on flying bases as it would look a bit "funny" in my eyes lol Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2889647 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryan Blaire Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Maybe these will help: Warmill (Not my site and I've never gotten anything from them so I can't endorse or vouch for them, but I stumbled onto the site) One more time: clear acrylic 25mm bases at above link. Hope that's what you were looking for. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2891991 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmimellows Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 It may be more cost effective if you plan to do a whole army of them to approach a signmaking company or similar with CNC or lasercutting facilities. Lasercutting should be pretty cheap but you'll end up with an almost square edge thats polished straight off the machine. If you want a curved or bevelled edge then you would have to use a CNC and pay for flame polished edges. That will be more pricey but at £5 for a pack of 3 im sure it would be cheaper to get someone to make you 50 on a machine. As darth-giles said preveiously. Casting with a clear resin is also an alternative if you plan to use a lot of bases, although you may end up with bubbles and such and you may end up doing a bit of wet and drying/polishing to get them nice and shiney. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2894518 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacinda Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 It should be easy enough to just cast up what you are wanting. Although the clear resins take a full day before you can remove them from the mold. Still, if you make a mold of a dozen or so bases you can make small batches at a time. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2894834 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warmill Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Hello! Dont mean to hijack the thread, but if you email us (link on our site) i'm sure we can hit you up with a sweet deal for a bulk order. Ed Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2943513 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olis Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Just had a look-see at your stuff, brother, and I'm definately bookmarking your site (with a view to purchase later, of course). Those aquila bases look pretty neat - good for display-work. :wub: Hail and welcome to B&C, by the way. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/239469-transparentclear-25mm-bases/#findComment-2943519 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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