Sickest Key Chain!!
#31
08-20-2011 | 01:49 PM
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MJ3, the "turbo" lettering is custom...it doesn't have to say "turbo". I believe you can have the guy who hand crafts them engrave anything you wish on that part of the buckle! 
I'm a huge fan of the font he uses too, which matches Porsche's OEM font on the car. Having him engrave "911" or "carrera" would look pretty sharp too.
I'm a huge fan of the font he uses too, which matches Porsche's OEM font on the car. Having him engrave "911" or "carrera" would look pretty sharp too.
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08-20-2011 | 02:40 PM
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MJ3, the "turbo" lettering is custom...it doesn't have to say "turbo". I believe you can have the guy who hand crafts them engrave anything you wish on that part of the buckle! I'm a huge fan of the font he uses too, which matches Porsche's OEM font on the car. Having him engrave "911" or "carrera" would look pretty sharp too.
I'm a huge fan of the font he uses too, which matches Porsche's OEM font on the car. Having him engrave "911" or "carrera" would look pretty sharp too.
#34
08-20-2011 | 04:36 PM
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milou, it's made by Rob Montana (The Strapsmith). Can google his company, or the link is earlier in this thread. Has a nice website...if you dig enough you'll see other examples of "key fobs" he's made.
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08-20-2011 | 04:46 PM
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#36
08-20-2011 | 06:09 PM
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Just sent Rob an email to order. I hope he will make the "911" buckle. I asked about putting "Porsche" on the buckle but I think it might be too long and reduce the size of the font significantly. We'll know when he replies back.
#37
08-20-2011 | 06:31 PM
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I recall from the web site there's a minimum order of 5 for new buckle designs. You may want to check if others want to share your order.
I got my "turbo" one recently and I'm really happy with it.
I got my "turbo" one recently and I'm really happy with it.
#39
08-20-2011 | 08:15 PM
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I took the initial hit for everyone by ordering a few 'turbo' keychains. Now, anyone can order 100 or just one. If you request a new design, there is a minimum purchase requirement.
#41
08-23-2011 | 08:25 AM
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Please read the thread. If you want an 'S' version (or any other custom fob), you would have to ask Robert if that's possible, then pay for the initial run of 3-5 orders.
#44
08-23-2011 | 09:52 PM
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Rob replied to my email and said " I am just about finished with the PORSCHE buckle so I could make you one of those if you like."
He also replied (yesterday) that it would be ready in about a week or two.
Here's that website again:
http://www.thestrapsmith.com
He also replied (yesterday) that it would be ready in about a week or two.
Here's that website again:
http://www.thestrapsmith.com
Last edited by GT3 Chuck; 08-25-2011 at 12:36 PM. Reason: active link to a commercial non sponsor site
#45
08-24-2011 | 05:01 AM
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Mine just arrived, and seeing it in person I have to say the quality is even better than expected. This thing is perfect. The craftsmanship, materials and attention to detail live up to the quality of the car it's customized for. Leather is cut thick and the metal buckle is too. Will likely order more after seeing how well this one turned out.
If you've been on the fence about placing an order or waiting for a group buy, I say just pull the trigger. They are 100% customized pieces built one at a time just for you. You won't be disappointed.
If you've been on the fence about placing an order or waiting for a group buy, I say just pull the trigger. They are 100% customized pieces built one at a time just for you. You won't be disappointed.
thats what mine looks like...awesome piece!