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dsbaker4au
08-02-2014, 08:34 AM
Good Morning,
I would like to introduce our kickstarter for Tanks of WWI by Trenchworx (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/610277926/tanks-of-wwi-in-28mm-by-trenchworx). We initiated the kickstarter about 2 weeks ago and are already at 300%+ funding. I included some info about Trenchworx (http://trenchworx.com/) below as well as links to the our site and our kickstarter. Have a look and let us know what you think.


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Trenchworx (http://trenchworx.com/) designs and manufactures high quality scale models for games and hobby enthusiasts. We use our own 3D printers and resin casting work cells to manufacture our products in Sandy, Utah. Our products are initially sold as 3D Printed Models in a 28mm (1/56) scale although we have scaled down to 6mm and up to 40mm upon request. Popular items are eventually converted to resin.

The inspiration for our company began in July of 2013 when we wondered if we could create models for our favorite table top war games using our 3D printers. Like most miniature manufacturers, it started with that simple statement, "Wouldn't it be cool to have..." We began the experiment with a T34/76 turret to go on one of our models. Next was a Sherman 105 and Calliope turret. After a couple of weeks of modeling and printing various items, we thought, "Nuts to turrets—let’s build a tank!" A week later, we had a brand new Jagdpanther (http://trenchworx.com/product/jagdpanther/) (‘cause why start small?). Since the first tank rolled off the line, we have designed, printed, and shipped hundreds of new models to customers around the world. The amazing support of the internet community motivated us to launch Trenchworx and continue growing our business.

Earlier this year, we began experimenting with various combinations of 3D printing and resin casting and have developed a system which produces very high quality and detailed 28mm resin tanks, tank accessories, and vehicles. We are proud to kick off the first wave of these new miniatures in time to celebrate the centennial anniversary of The Great War. To get things started, we have chosen one tank from three major nations involved in the conflict:

1. The experimental German A7V (http://trenchworx.com/product/a7v/) — one of the most unique designs in AFV history.
2. The formidable British MkV (http://trenchworx.com/product/mkv-male/), which saw service with many nations during the conflict.
3. The French FT tank (http://trenchworx.com/product/ft-17-resin-cast-coming-soon/) with its rotating turret, which swarmed the battlefields and forever changed the future of armored warfare.

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MajorMcNicol
08-08-2014, 05:45 PM
Cool! I hope we can make that St. Chamond stretch goal!

dsbaker4au
08-09-2014, 05:15 AM
Thanks MajorMcNicol! I think our chances are good. We have 22 days to go.