THT vs. Safebloc vs. Thundersling

Hmm...am now informed of yet another unsatisfactory anodizing finish to the SafeBloc's (THT) most recent batch. Said to not be as good as originally pictured, nor as currently presented in the master catalog. Next shipping forecast, mid-April 2016. I suppose I could grow a tree up through the one I need to take down, big enough so I could haul up a rented chipper, and then gnaw the stem down like an unwanted kindergarten pencil. Oh, right, it would probably have fallen by then. How does this device with no moving parts move me so? Must be gear lust. :nocausagracia:
 
I'm happy to test one of the "unsatisfactory" Safe Blocs out at a discounted rate, coupon code FREE ;)

But seriously, what are they doing with these bad batches? I'm sure removing the hard coats is not an easy task…
 
I'm willing to bet they are having them stripped and redone. Most Anodizers guarantee their work but not the cost of your part to make it again.
 
Canopy controllable friction AFB ticks all the boxes
    • Snatch function allows easy attachment to the anchor sling and the ability to attach a rigging rope mid-line
    • Extra wide side plates to prevent pinching of the running rope
    • Square bollard decreases surface contact of unloaded rope, decreasing friction and allowing the unloaded rope to be pulled back (more difficult with three wraps)
 
Trebuchet said:
Hmm...am now informed of yet another unsatisfactory anodizing finish to the SafeBloc's (THT) most recent batch. Said to not be as good as originally pictured, nor as currently presented in the master catalog. Next shipping forecast, mid-April 2016. I suppose I could grow a tree up through the one I need to take down, big enough so I could haul up a rented chipper, and then gnaw the stem down like an unwanted kindergarten pencil. Oh, right, it would probably have fallen by then. How does this device with no moving parts move me so? Must be gear lust. :nocausagracia:
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Trebuchet,

Our apologies for the delay!! Yes, we did receive a small sample batch to review and while the finish itself felt great, it just didn't look good as you said. We hate to hold something up purely due to aesthetics, but this product has been in development for a long time and we're are committed to getting it absolutely perfect. Believe me, no one wants this product to launch more than us. We're almost there.

-Sean
 
seanlarkin said:
Trebuchet,

Our apologies for the delay!! Yes, we did receive a small sample batch to review and while the finish itself felt great, it just didn't look good as you said. We hate to hold something up purely due to aesthetics, but this product has been in development for a long time and we're are committed to getting it absolutely perfect. Believe me, no one wants this product to launch more than us. We're almost there.

-Sean
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Can't imagine David is settling for anything outside of perfection as well. We appreciate the attention to detail
 
I have not been impressed in the least with the AFB. It seems well made, but is not robust enough to negative rig anything substantial or even catch the butt of a large tip-tied piece. After 3 months of occasional use, the cheek plates on mine are bent to the point that the threaded pin no longer aligns with the hole.
 
John Uselding said:
I have not been impressed in the least with the AFB. It seems well made, but is not robust enough to negative rig anything substantial or even catch the butt of a large tip-tied piece. After 3 months of occasional use, the cheek plates on mine are bent to the point that the threaded pin no longer aligns with the hole.
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Shitttttttty. Noted.
 
John Uselding said:
I have not been impressed in the least with the AFB. It seems well made, but is not robust enough to negative rig anything substantial or even catch the butt of a large tip-tied piece. After 3 months of occasional use, the cheek plates on mine are bent to the point that the threaded pin no longer aligns with the hole.
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Duly noted, maybe more for rinky dink pieces.
 
Now hearing end of May 2016 will be a good time to check back on the stock status of the "illusive" SafeBloc (THT). Hmm... I'll check with the Little Red Hen and get back to y'all.
Climb and rig safe.
 
Trebuchet said:
Now hearing end of May 2016 will be a good time to check back on the stock status of the "illusive" SafeBloc (THT). Hmm... I'll check with the Little Red Hen and get back to y'all.
Climb and rig safe.
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Good news, the SafeBlocs are here!!! The website may still show the preorder message for a little bit, but the SafeBlocs are definitely here and in the system.

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John Uselding said:
I have not been impressed in the least with the AFB. It seems well made, but is not robust enough to negative rig anything substantial or even catch the butt of a large tip-tied piece. After 3 months of occasional use, the cheek plates on mine are bent to the point that the threaded pin no longer aligns with the hole.
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thats what I thought was going to happen just looking at the photos,
can we see a pic of it please John?

CutHighnLetFly said:
Can't imagine David is settling for anything outside of perfection as well. We appreciate the attention to detail
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I understand He has been extra fussy on this item.
 
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