UPSB v3

Pen Modifications / PEN MODDING WORLD TOURNAMENT: UPSB Prelims Round #3.

  1. Stevieboy7
    Date: Mon, Apr 13 2009 20:57:10

    There seems to be some confusion with the Voting. It IS multiple choice, you can pick 3 choices. Please pick the 3 you would like to advance


    PLEASE VOTE FOR YOUR TOP 3 PICKS ONLY!!


    Link to the original Thread:
    http://www.upsb.info/forum/index.php?showtopic=18769

    Link to Round #1:
    http://www.upsb.info/forum/index.php?showtopic=18967

    Link to Round #2:
    http://www.upsb.info/forum/index.php?showt...=19234&st=0

    I have recieved a bunch of submisssion, from regular modders and a few wild cards too!
    Just to remind you all:

    Public Voting will be based on the MODDER, Not the single mods, because for the Pen Modding World Tournament we want to have the best All-around modders in the running, as any type of theme/pen mod restriction could be put in place.
    Please Keep this in mind while voting.

    As well, you must make sure that you vote for the modder that you feel is best every week, because the quality of mods that person submits could be based on their position within the standings after every week, so the votes will mean a lot to each person's desicisions concerning the following Round.

    I will be posting the Modders in order of time recieved, please look through all of the modders before voting.

    All of these are posted EXACTLY as they were recieved via email. I have not touched them up or organized anything.

    In the event of a Tie, the first applicant who had submitted will win the tiebreaker.

    PLEASE VOTE FOR YOUR TOP 3 PICKS ONLY!!


    Depending how the results go for this round, there MAY or may not be another round, if there is a clear cut top 3, there will be no next round.

    Thanks
    -Stevieboy7

  2. Stevieboy7
    Date: Mon, Apr 13 2009 21:42:49

    Escapist1

    1. Personal Mod: Flexible Key3 Mod
    This mod is exactly like Key3's personal mod, except that it has the soft plastic comssa barrel that everyone loves. A little difficult to make, but very soundproof when dropped. Some filing is required.
    Stats:
    About 14g
    Length: About 20cm
    Materials: 1 RSVP backcap, 1 sailor gel tip, 2 HGG tips, 1 signo DX tip and grip, I comssa barrel, 1 Hyper Jell cap and grip.
    Tools Used: Sandpaper, exacto, tape, nothing out of the ordinary.
    Approximate Price: About $16

    http://s261.photobucket.com/albums/ii73/Pr...Key3Modcopy.jpg

    2. Namae Mod
    This ludicrously pimped out namae mod is a stapel of the japanese mod repetoire. It has great momentum and is relatively cheap. Only downside is that is is kinda short for a lot of people.
    Stats:
    Weight: MX^2 < Namae Mod < Impact Mx
    Length: About 18.8cm
    Materials: 2 Signo's, 2 Namaes, 1 airfit grip, sailor gel grips, anyball grips
    Tools Used: Exacto knife, electrical tape
    Approximate Price: About $15

    http://s261.photobucket.com/albums/ii73/Pr...amaeModcopy.jpg

    3. Functional Mod: Monami-r MX
    This is a retractable version of the rsvp mx. I used the tutorial created by K4S to make this. It has a very stable system for writing, and work really well, but it is the hardest retractable mod with a tutorial that I've seen to date. I had to practice cutting RSVP barrels for about 10 minutes, and my cut didn't come at as well as I would've liked.
    Stats:
    Weight: Signo Tipped MX < This Mod < Dami Mod
    Length: About 18.5 Cm
    Materials: 1 Monami Mech. (I used a sub I had found) signo tip, HGG, RSVP.
    Tools Used: Dremel, Sanding paper/files, Exacto knife, Tape, lots of patience.
    Approximate Price: like $7-$10

    http://s261.photobucket.com/albums/ii73/Pr...vpmx011copy.jpg

  3. Stevieboy7
    Date: Mon, Apr 13 2009 21:45:00

    Kam


    Venom BK (personal mod)

    http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk173/k...nomBK_proto.jpg

    This a pen case I made to hold my pens. I wanted something sturdy, stylish, and a bit "over the top" haha.

    Pros: unique look, recycles beverage bottles, very sturdy (more sturdy than regular pen cases), holds all pens in place without colliding (prevents them from scratching each other).

    Cons: somewhat a pain to make if you don't have the right tools. Doesn't save you much money over buying a normal case.

    weight: ~120g
    length: 33.5cm
    cog: n/a (this is not a spinning mod, and the cog varies depending on what you're carrying)
    type: pen case
    cost: $8

    Materials/parts used:
    - 2 Venom Energy bottles
    - 1 Honest Tea or Honest Ade bottle
    - colored rubberband (optional)
    - foam (I used 1 cm sheets, but I think 0.5 cm might work better. The harder the consistency the better)

    Tools Used:
    - dremel (for cutting)
    - file (for sanding)
    - pen knife
    - tape

    Clear F1r3Fly G3 mod (replica mod)

    http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk173/k...y_g3_clear2.jpg

    Stats:
    - length: 20cm
    - weight: 20g
    - COG = COP

    Description:

    This was based on the well-known F1r3Fly mod. While everyone agrees that FF mods are pretty sweet in general, I wanted to improve on it by maximizing it's core feature: the fact that most of the pen is see through and customizable with an insert.

    So, what better way to utilize that property other than making it a clear mod, while still maintaining the ability to use custom inserts. The final result called for using an insert printed on transparency paper.

    Pros: great appeal, specially if seen under light or interesting backgrounds. Slightly shorter than a normal F1r3Fly and less prone to breakage.

    Cons: an ugly or dark background can make the mod look bad. Less momentum due to length. Less spinning area.

    Materials/Pens used:
    - 1 Pilot G3 (body, cap, back cap, grip)
    - 1 Pilot G2 (body)
    - 1 Japanese Dr. Grip (grip)
    - 1 Sailor grip (gray)
    - 1 Beifa grip (black)
    - 1 HGG (tip)
    - 1 airblanc (grip)
    - 1 Faber Castell Grip Matic
    - hot glue
    - tape
    - insert printed on transparency paper

    Tools Used:
    - scissors (for grip cutting)
    - hot glue gun
    - file (for sanding)
    - wire cutter (for removing clip and cutting body)

    The Challenger (mechanism mod)

    http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk173/k...enger_v1_bw.jpg

    While pens like the Dr. KT or Buster Cyl (and even my Dr. Trainer) are great for spinning, they only help a spinner learn harder tricks. Most pens (even the RSVP MX or Bonkura's Ballsign mod) do not help the spinner become more proficient at spinning any pen given to them.

    So, with that in mind, I decided to make a pen that would be so hard to spin....such that if you succeed, you'll be better at spinning any pen. Months later, The Challenger was born.

    Using an ergonomic mechanical pencil as the main body, this mod has hardly any consistent spinning area. Every time you catch a trick, your fingers are likely to be holding the pen in a different way.

    Weight: 26.4g (holy shit, heavier than a Saizen o_O)
    length: ~20.6cm
    COG: 9.7cm from front (0.6cm front heavy)
    Type: Single sided mechanical pencil
    Cost: ~$25-$30

    Pros: imo, it looks very good due to its unique shape and sharp looks. It's also an almost fully functional mechanical pencil (the only thing I couldn't fit there was the back eraser =( ). It has plenty of momentum due to weight and length.

    Cons? Or Pros?: It has no spinning area (at least not a plain one). It has very inconsistent spin because you can't really rely on how the pen will react against your hand. All of this, of course, is intentional.

    Cons: Currently the connection of the bodies is held by a metal tube that's tightened by clear tape. Front tip is held only by a double grip (although it seems to suffice). Very expensive to make. Hard to make (requires drilling and cutting through thick plastic).

    Materials/parts used:
    - 2 Zebra Nu Spiral mechanical pencils (almost everything)
    - 1 Papermate Profile (grip)
    - 1 Pentel RSVP (grip, back cap)
    - 1 Zebra Telescopic (tip)
    - 1 HGG (back cap)
    - tape and eletrical tape
    - sticky tak

    Tools Used:
    - drill
    - dremel (for cutting lots of plastic)
    - file (for sanding)
    - scissors
    - pen knife

  4. Stevieboy7
    Date: Mon, Apr 13 2009 21:45:35

    Guitrum

    Personal Mod:

    G3-Matic Mod

    http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a21/Stevieboy7/ETC/w18.jpg

    This mod spins great and is very simple! It ingeniously incorporates a ColorTwin small cap and a Gripatic tip and grip in ways never thought of before. I especially like this mod because of this simplicity, but also for the looks of it! Nothing flashy with thousands of tips for weight, but a simple single sided G3 mod.

    *this mod is currently unreleased, but i have tutorial pictures ready if anybody wants to know how to make it!

    Materials:
    1x G3 body, cap, tip, grip, backcap and inktube
    1x Gripmatic grip and tip
    1x ColorTwin small cap
    1x Signo tip and optionally grip
    1x G2 grip
    2x Profile grips

    Stats:
    Length 19.8cm
    Weight Impact MX < G3-Matic Mod
    Cost around $15 USD

    ~

    Retractable Mod:

    G2-CTE Retractable Vortex

    http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a21/Stevieboy7/ETC/ONE.jpg

    Here is a mod that was originally made as a capped mod by me that I was able to take the pieces already present and create it into a retractable mod! Just click the tip down to reveal the ink out of the other tip! No rattling or faulty mechanisms here! This mod truly shows innovative techology by keeping the original look of the original mod but allowing it to be retractable.

    Materials:
    2x G2 grips, small body, large body, two small clickers, one large clicker and spring
    1x Miffy body
    2x Signo tips and grips

    Stats:
    Length 21cm
    Weight Dr. KT = G2-CTE Retractable Vortex
    Cost around $12 USD

    ~

    Replica Mod:

    f1r3fly G3 Mod

    Picture Link was Broken. Will Post Picture when modder supplies it

    This is a very fun mod to make and it looks extremely cool!!! I took my time when cutting my sailors to make sure it had the best look possible! It was a challenge to make, yet i had fun making it! I enjoyed making this mod look as sexy as possible.

    Materials:
    1x G3 body, cap, tip and inktube
    1x Gripmatic tip
    1x HGG grip and tip
    1x Dr. Grip grip
    2x Sailor grips

    Stats:
    Length 20.9cm
    Weight Pirat KS< f1r3fly G3 Mod
    Cost around $20 USD

  5. Stevieboy7
    Date: Mon, Apr 13 2009 21:45:53

    here&now

    Personal Mod:
    http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq166/h...ns/P1120824.jpg
    http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq166/h...ns/P1120845.jpg
    http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq166/h...ns/P1120848.jpg


    Personal mod-　Tribal Mod
    Description:
    This was mod i made out of impulse and trying to make it look feel like an MMX at the front but not entirely.
    It is pretty simple to make and feels good.

    -Advantages: common materials used and easy to obtain.
    it is highly customizable.
    -Disadvantages: Uses quite abit of grips.

    Stats-

    Weight: Approx 14g
    Length: 20.1 cm
    COP:COG
    3 tips at the front-G3,hgg,hgg
    one hgg tip at the back

    It uses -
    G3 tip, 1 Whole HGG excluding barrel, 2 hgg tips
    1 Full RSVP. Extra RSVP grip.

    ----------------------------------------

    F1r3Fly G3 Mod:
    http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq166/h...r3fly_g3_hn.jpg


    Description: This mod was a great work of F1r3Fly. This pen is extremely nice to spin.
    Sexy looking too biggrin.gif

    -Advantages: feels like a double sided mod.
    nice momentum.
    -Disadvantages: Lots of filing needed.

    Stats-
    Weight: 18g
    Length: 21cm
    COP:COG

    It uses-

    1 Whole Pilot G3 (everything except Grip and Backplug),1 G2 back body,1 Faber Castell Grip Matic Tip
    ,Hgg Tip and Grip,1 Dr.Grip GriP,Sailor Gel Grip OR Sailor Gel Fake Grip
    ----------------------------------------

    Mech Mod:
    http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq166/h...ndnow_clean.jpg

    Description:
    This is actually a personal mod made by me.
    I wanted to have a mod that the spring's pressure does not depends on the tip, hence there will be no pressure sending the tip flying all around. This Mod is also a birthday gift for Kam(:

    -Advantages: Tip does not be sent flying around.
    Mechanism clicks well if mod is modded well.
    -Disadvantage: The Hgg grip at the front must not bulge too much.
    Hard to get the Hgg Grip on.

    Stats-
    Weight: Approx 16g
    Length: 20 cm
    COP:COG

    It uses-
    A comssa Body,RSVP Cap and grip,Hgg Grip and tip and back cap
    ,Bic Retrac Cap,Impact tip.

    ----------------------------------------

  6. Stevieboy7
    Date: Mon, Apr 13 2009 21:46:12

    TEK

    1.) Mr. Leaf
    http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a12/jim666/Mods/Leaf.png
    -Random Mod i made up. Uses parts that are easy to get. great for spinning. ^^
    -MX-rsvp, g3, signo knock, hgg, telescopic.
    About 15-20 dollars
    file, x-acto knife, cutters


    2.) Ayatori Mod
    http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a12/jim666/Mods/atttt.png
    -Good for spinning, materials are mostly from japan so it may be hard for some to get the pens.

    -MX-Signo, Lakubo, Signo knock, hypergel
    About 10-15
    file, x-acto knife, cutters


    3.) MP MSXA
    http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a12/jim666/Mods/msxavic.png
    -Heavy with lots of momentum. Made for Vicgotgame

    -IMX-RSVP, dong-a, hgg, msp, metal rings, anyball
    About- 25-30
    file, X-acto, cutters

  7. Stevieboy7
    Date: Mon, Apr 13 2009 22:26:43

    iMatt

    Applicant: iMatt


    Mod Display
    -----------
    First off:

    My personal mod that I have released recently and currently working on the tutorial for.

    Stats
    ----------------
    iMaker
    COG: Center
    Length: 19.1 cm
    Weight: Signo-Tipped MX < iMaker(with standard weighting) < 4-tip HGG MSXA
    Style: Single Sided
    Writing-Mechanism: Fixed-out the front mechanism
    Ink-Type: RSVP ballpoint ink
    Estimated-Cost: $15.00
    ----------------------------
    Materials used:
    ----------------------------
    (1) RSVP
    (1) G3 Cap
    (1-2) HGG(can be added or removed for weighting purposes
    (1) Signo
    (1) Anyball
    (1) Uni-ball Jetstream
    ----------------
    Tools used:
    ---------------------------
    Normal Fine Wood File
    Precision screw-driver
    Hacksaw
    Nail-Clippers
    ---------------------------

    http://i438.photobucket.com/albums/qq105/i...3690/iMaker.jpg
    Pros:
    -Adjustable Weights
    -Fully Insertable/Outsertable on every aspect
    -Can write out the front
    -Easily modded, only a single cut and a file
    -Uses known common parts
    -Balanced
    -Writable
    Cons:
    -Having to make a single cut that might require a hacksaw or sharper knife

    Credits to iVodka for the insert!


    ----------------------
    For my Secondary mod I Know I spelled "F1R3FLY" wrong, I prefer the i vs. the 1. It just fit much much better imo. I swapped out the Gripmatic tips with signo, the balance was much better and I was able to make this mod far more sturdy doing so. The insert was one I made personally.

    Stats
    ----------------------
    F1R3FLY G3 Mod

    COG: COP
    Length: 21 cm
    Weight: Dr. KT < F1R3FlY G3 < KuZu G3
    Style: Single-Sided
    Writing-Mechanism: None
    Estimated Cost: $10-$12
    -----------------
    Materials used:
    -----------------
    (1) Dr. Grip (grip)
    (2) Signo
    (2) Sailor Gels
    (1) G3
    (1) G2
    (1) HGG grip
    ------------------
    Tools used:
    ------------------
    Hot-Glue
    Hack-Saw
    Metal file
    Silicone glue(stability)
    ------------------

    http://i438.photobucket.com/albums/qq105/i...0/fir3flyg3.jpg

    ----------------------------

    For my 3rd and final mod, which is the mechanism mod I opted to go with my Retractable X. It's the only pen in which I can say is worth being retractable. Simple and elegant without offsetting balance.
    The only difference is figured a way of silencing the click mechanism so its not distracting in class when the clicker goes back up.


    Stats
    -------------------------------------------------
    Retractable X(simple version)
    COG: Center
    Length: 18.1 cm
    Weight: 11g
    Style: Single-Sided
    Writing-Mechanism: Retractable via lever
    Ink-Type: 0.7 rsvp fine
    Estimated-Cost: $5
    ------------------------------------------------
    Materials needed:
    (1) Monami 153 (I used color)
    (1) RSVP
    (1) HGG

    ------------------------------------------------
    Tools Used:
    ------------------------------------------------
    Metal file
    Steel wool(for mechanism)
    teflon tape
    Wire Cutter
    Nail Cutter
    Electrical tape
    Toothpick
    ----------------------------------------------
    http://s438.photobucket.com/albums/qq105/i...90/retractx.jpg



    Pros:
    - Cheap (except the color version XD)
    - Silent mechanism
    - Balanced
    Cons:
    - Hexagonal body
    - Tedious to mod the front

  8. BloorA
    Date: Tue, Apr 14 2009 01:14:56

    ooo. Kam, aren't you supposed to post pen mods not bottle mods? lol. The Challenger looks really nice but looks like hell to spin >_<
    escapist1: the namae mod looks cool, except that i dont like how the blue caps are there. i like the key3 too ^^
    good luck to the rest!

  9. Kam
    Date: Tue, Apr 14 2009 01:33:42

    QUOTE (BloorA @ Apr 13 2009, 06:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    ooo. Kam, aren't you supposed to post pen mods not bottle mods? lol. The Challenger looks really nice but looks like hell to spin >_<
    escapist1: the namae mod looks cool, except that i dont like how the blue caps are there. i like the key3 too ^^
    good luck to the rest!


    Err...I don't think there was a r ule against submitting a pen case :/ I still modded it myself, and you CAN spin it if you want xD

    As for the Challenger, read the description? My goal was indded to make it difficult for spinning. Hence, the Challenge. If you can spin something so random, when you switch back to a normal mod, it'll be a lot easier. It's a mod to build your skills, not to make hard tricks easier.

    @Escapist1: I see a lot of improvement. I didn't even think they were your mods until I saw the name xD Keep it up ^^

  10. IlbiStarz
    Date: Tue, Apr 14 2009 01:36:00

    Dam! Kam's mods are soo awesome! I also like iMatt's retractable mod. And TEK's mods are cool too.

  11. Radiance
    Date: Tue, Apr 14 2009 02:20:14

    Kam's 'The Challenger (mechanism mod)' convinced me to vote for him.

    +1 Kam!

  12. PenMaster
    Date: Tue, Apr 14 2009 03:20:44

    +1 kam

  13. XternalメDGN
    Date: Tue, Apr 14 2009 13:22:46

    kam,tek,imatt.
    nearly voted for escapist tho.

  14. arthurrhodes
    Date: Tue, Apr 14 2009 14:31:29

    i cant choose 3 this time. alittle tired of seeing the same mods time and time again. i know its only prelims but if almost everyone is just going to post the same mods time and time again why have anything above round 1

    btw i would have voted

    kam - cause he atleast submits one new pen
    Escapist1 - nice namae


    we already know that these 3 will be the top so why keep having rounds?

    imatt
    tek
    kam

  15. Brian
    Date: Tue, Apr 14 2009 18:58:22

    omg kam how did u make the distortion of the challenger it looks so cool!

  16. FrozenIce
    Date: Tue, Apr 14 2009 19:06:19

    QUOTE (Brian @ Apr 14 2009, 11:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    omg kam how did u make the distortion of the challenger it looks so cool!


    He used two pencils that already had the distorted shape....read the descriptions. wink.gif

    QUOTE
    Materials/parts used:
    - 2 Zebra Nu Spiral mechanical pencils (almost everything)
    - 1 Papermate Profile (grip)
    - 1 Pentel RSVP (grip, back cap)
    - 1 Zebra Telescopic (tip)
    - 1 HGG (back cap)
    - tape and eletrical tape
    - sticky tak


    +1 for Kam, TEK, and iMatt. happy.gif

  17. midnight_xhris
    Date: Wed, Apr 15 2009 05:04:24

    what sexy f1r3fly mods by Kam and here&now.

  18. Clyde
    Date: Wed, Apr 15 2009 06:55:46

    +1 Kam

    now Kam and TEK are tie o_O lol

  19. Dark Angel-REX
    Date: Wed, Apr 15 2009 10:00:26

    Okay, I've been watching the PMWT and voted, but thus far, it's going pretty cool.


    KAM completely owns with creativity for his own original mods.

  20. x105m
    Date: Wed, Apr 15 2009 22:24:05

    kams mods are ridiculously awesome. if he doesn't get past the prelim i'll be mad

  21. TEK
    Date: Wed, Apr 15 2009 23:55:31

    QUOTE (x105m @ Apr 15 2009, 06:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    kams mods are ridiculously awesome. if he doesn't get past the prelim i'll be mad



    lol its pretty obvious who's going to participate in the real PMWT

  22. PSArcher
    Date: Fri, Apr 17 2009 12:09:56

    Kam is the best modder ever. His creativity kills the rest of the people. The Challenger idea is good but i have a little doubt whether it will really work.

  23. dori
    Date: Fri, Apr 17 2009 17:14:18

    Lol I love Kam's mods. wub.gif
    Their innovation and creativity always make me smile. smile.gif
    I especially like the most recent Dr Trainer and Challenger.
    They seem to focus on easier practicing for the spinner to master tricks faster and improve overall spinning.

    And will there be a tutorial for those mods, by any chance? tongue.gif
    I mean, after the actual world tournament when you're less busy of course, haha. XD

  24. Stevieboy7
    Date: Tue, Apr 21 2009 18:35:57

    The final stats are:

    1. TEK-----83 Votes
    2. Kam---- 80 Votes
    3. iMatt------ 39 Votes
    4. here&now---- 24 Votes
    5. Escapist1----- 22 Votes
    6. Guitrum------ 12 Votes

    As has been repeated over the 3 Prelim. Tournament rounds; iMatt, TEK, and Kam are the Top 3.

    As i have recieved no new submissions, and the results have been fairly consistent, i feel it okay to drop the last round, as i see no new results coming from it.

    And on that notes, UPSB has its 3 Contestants for the 1st Official Pen Modding World Tournament: TEK, Kam, and iMatt. Good Job!

    Congratulations to all contestants, and i look forward to see you all in the prelim's for the next PMWT.
    Thankyou!

  25. TEK
    Date: Sat, Apr 25 2009 17:27:28

    im sorry guys.
    but something major has recently happened in my life and i just don't feel like pen modding or any other good stuff anymore for a while.
    so im not going to be able to participate in the pmwt. i hope you guys the best of luck.
    maybe ill come back when i feel better but, for now, i need to do some other stuff.

    i will still be around to hold one more major project, but it is still in process.
    till then.
    tek

  26. iMatt
    Date: Sat, Apr 25 2009 23:48:25

    QUOTE (TEK @ Apr 25 2009, 12:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    im sorry guys.
    but something major has recently happened in my life and i just don't feel like pen modding or any other good stuff anymore for a while.
    so im not going to be able to participate in the pmwt. i hope you guys the best of luck.
    maybe ill come back when i feel better but, for now, i need to do some other stuff.

    i will still be around to hold one more major project, but it is still in process.
    till then.
    tek


    Hope all turns out. Kind of sad, looking forward to some primo competition. But, again,

    Regards.