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DownUnder LLG · 11-25-2005, 08:45 AM

OK, this is an official thread for the ashtrays that I make and some of you may have seen around. Been meaning to do tis for awhile and have checked with Mod's and Admin to make sure I wasn't steeping on any toes, so here goes. The idea of this thread is so I can keep tabs on who wants ashtrays and so I can in turn keep them updated as well as when I give the go ahead for those who want an ashtray they can post here their requirement.

1st things 1st. I am NOT taking orders yet, I am still way behind and trying to catch up.

Some Info:
Here's the low down, and I'll be frank, I work full time, I go to school at least 2 nights a week at the moment studying Cert IV in Occ Health & Safety and will most likely go on to do my Diploma and Adv. Diploma, I take Martial Arts classes and most importantly I am married with 2 children. So my time is limited to say the least. This is a hoby for me and I throughly enjoy making these for my fellow B & SOTL. I could say that I get as much enjoyment making these for you as you guys seem to getting them.
All this means that it does take awhile to make 1 ashtray and if you don't mind waiting, I certainly don't mind making them.

How do you get one?
I have been trading them for cigars, I may however also trade for Accessories as I have been having issues with customs and certain "tobacco related products" and this could mix things up abit to keep them off my back. This could also extend to non cigar related stuff, I'm not fussy. The trade method is also easier as I am not set up to recieve money.

Basically what happens is I make the ashtray (eventually), send it to you and once yo have it, you live up to your end of the trade. I have always left it up to the other person as to what the send, once you have the ashtray you can see it and make up your mind what to send in return. People have asked me for some idea as to what sort of cigars and I will give advice as to what I like but that's about it.
That's about it, any question just ask.

An update:
Currently on my list I have:
Paul Hag - Round Black Boy Style
DrStrangelove - Surprise!! (Vegemite Saga)
Moglman - Surprise!! (Vegemite Saga)
Kansashat - Surprise!! (Vegemite Saga)
Hollywood - Surprise!! (Vegemite Saga)
Opusxox - Surprise!! (Vegemite Saga)
Cigar no baka - Round Black Boy Style
JCole311 - ??

I also have a private list of a least 6 people. This list consists of people who did not ask for an ashtray, but sadly for them they will get one

. Basically if you have bombed me, helped me in some small way or just been to nice for your own good then be worried... very worried

I am very aware of the people who have done good by me for no reason, and I know some time has passed by and you may think I have forgotten. The norm is you get bombed and then at some point you bomb back... well I have not forgotten and I will be bombing back, just not with the usual stuff. I know I have to live up to my end and I do not wish to rack up a bad Rep with my fellow B & SOTL.

Most of the ashtrays I have made in the past have been from what is or use to be called Black Boy, this is now called a Grass Tree for obvious reasons. I have recently found a new supplier of different types of wood all of which are Australian and my imagination has ran away. I have a head full of new designs and shapes ('bout the only thing in my head lol) So if your name is above and it says Surprise then be worried.

Can't think of anything else at this stage, if you have any question well this thread is now open and you can post it here or just PM me.

Cheers
Jason

DownUnder LLG · 11-25-2005, 08:51 AM

I would like to sticky this thread, got the dosh but ain't no clicky thingy to buy them. Anyone point me in the right direction please??

illuminatus · 11-25-2005, 07:39 PM

Hmm... are you turning these ashtrays on a lathe, or what? I didn't see anything saying how they're made... What do you use to finish the woods, as I'm a wood turner, and would like to make ashtrays as well.. just not sure what to finish them with? Finally (I know, I know, too many questions!), instead of trading for an ashtray, would you consider trading just for wood blanks? I've got a mini lathe, 18" between centers, and a swing of roughly 8 inches... Thanks!

kansashat · 11-25-2005, 07:48 PM

Thanks Jason! A genuine original prototype of an Ashtray Downunder will be an honor to own. I will probably bore the crap out of friends & relatives telling them about it over & over.

DownUnder LLG · 11-25-2005, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by illuminatus

Hmm... are you turning these ashtrays on a lathe, or what? I didn't see anything saying how they're made... What do you use to finish the woods, as I'm a wood turner, and would like to make ashtrays as well.. just not sure what to finish them with? Finally (I know, I know, too many questions!), instead of trading for an ashtray, would you consider trading just for wood blanks? I've got a mini lathe, 18" between centers, and a swing of roughly 8 inches... Thanks!

I do all my ashtrays by hand, have considered getting a lathe perhaps in the future. As far as finish goes you can use anything really. What you need to think about is that the hot foot of the cigar should never come in contact with the ashtray so you should never get burns on it. The gloss finish I have used is called monothane, it is a hard wearing finish designed for floors. Future ashtrays however may be done with oil, this will give a nice natural patina but still have a gloss about it, just not as glossy as the monothane. As stated, I am not fussy with trading although recieving wood via the mail here in Australia might be breaking customs laws which are very strict here.

DownUnder LLG · 11-25-2005, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by kansashat

Thanks Jason! A genuine original prototype of an Ashtray Downunder will be an honor to own. I will probably bore the crap out of friends & relatives telling them about it over & over.

Oh I have a surprise for you

I just hope I can pull it off.

DownUnder LLG · 11-25-2005, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by DownUnder LLG

I would like to sticky this thread, got the dosh but ain't no clicky thingy to buy them. Anyone point me in the right direction please??

Oh, and I don't know who stickyed this for me but thank you. I looked in the recent purchases of credits and it said the most recent was back in October sometime, now I know that ain't right. So if you could own up to doing it whoever it was I would appreciate it so I can thank you properly

opus · 11-25-2005, 11:50 PM

I am truly honored to be on your list of recipients. Your work is spectacular.

tazziedevil · 11-26-2005, 01:55 AM

I hope to be on the list someday...but from the pics they works of art! Gorgeous!

radar · 11-26-2005, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by DownUnder LLG

Oh, and I don't know who stickyed this for me but thank you. I looked in the recent purchases of credits and it said the most recent was back in October sometime, now I know that ain't right. So if you could own up to doing it whoever it was I would appreciate it so I can thank you properly

My pleasure, no thank you required.

cameroncouch02 · 11-26-2005, 01:24 PM

Yo, I love the Ashtray's. Whatever it takes, I need to be on that list.

cigar no baka · 11-26-2005, 11:41 PM

Thanks for keeping me on the list there!!! I am willing to wait years for that gorgeous ashtray, and am certainly going to reward you with sticks and/or accessories!!