RE: Black Magic v2 builder's thread! *Updated*
A few sneak peeks at the new kits.....
Looks like it won't be too much more expensive than the older kits, but with more parts, and better accuracy. Many parts are still "sand to fit", but at least you don't have to actually make them and stand there with a dremel forever. I haven't priced it all out yet, but it doesn't look too bad.
The parts are SWEET. After much debate, we elected to go with laser cutting for the balsa parts. There is no burn out to speak of, just a little tan dusting on the edges. This allowed us to make center line marks on the parts.
The plywood and composite laminated parts are CNC cut. Very, very nice indeed. I'm also including some super light hand cut stringers. This can save a ton of weight alone.
Anyway, I should have pricing tomorrow and the web site updated by the weekend (hopefully).
-Mike