In reply to Sue and others who've either replied to the list or sent me private messages, I'll answer some question here:
First, to answer Sue's very well-considered practical questions: The poster is held snugly in position when the inner frame is locked shut. Both backed and un-backed posters fit nicely - with an extra 1.5" all round to accomodate linen-backed posters up to 43"x30". Using the placement guides, it's easy to set the corners of the posters in the right position. When you want to change out the poster, it's easy to take the ca. 23-lb. frame off the wall (held by middle heavy-duty frame hanging wire and screw-in holders), make the switch, then hang the frame back up. (Other hanging options might require alternative approaches, of course.) I suppose that if you placed a linen-backed poster in the case, it might over time create slightly more interior space, meaning that an un-backed poster in particular might slip. At that point, you might need to replace the backing, introduce spacers, or, maybe easiest of all, adjust the lock "catches" to make the overall fit a little tighter. Now, as to the popular "how much for it?": We haven't settled on a firm price point: This particular case is a prototype, though we certainly do intend to sell it (or barter it!) eventually, but we're still taking suggestions and offers, and won't be in a hurry to get rid of this one until we've prepared some others to follow it up with. How many we make - and in what range of styles, sizes, and materials - will depend on several factors, including our sense of demand. We know that the market for an "extra-nice" movie poster case is relatively small, but, if we were interested in the "don't really care" market, we'd be selling cheap repro and bootleg posters - or maybe toothpaste or remaindered footwear - to the masses... That doesn't mean, however, that we won't put together a slightly less high end option. We might be able to save a few dollars and some work with a simpler latch instead of locks, non-archival glass and backing, a spray-painted rather than stained frame, and other cut corners. Smaller formats or orders for multiple cases would also obviously allow for lower prices. Or we could aim higher - for instance with much more expensive wood, custom stylizations, or with locking mechanisms that did more than merely deter casual thieves while helping to set the posters in place and creating convenient frame-opening handles. As previously, feel free to direct any questions, suggestions, or offers either privately or via the list. Best, Colin http://ckmac.com/images/special/case/ CK MacLeod Collectibles at ckmac.com <http://ckmac.com/> Kymar's on eBay <http://stores.ebay.com/Kymars-Stuff> -----Original Message----- From: MoPo List [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Susan Heim Sent: Thursday, April 10, 2008 02:00 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [MOPO] INTRODUCING: HANDMADE MOVIE POSTER DISPLAY CASES Hey Colin, Those turned out really nice. I do have customers who now and again want this exact type of thing. To date, I have given them information on how to build one themselves but these are much nicer as they have custom detail. Building a box with a door out of wood works, but it's the extra detail that makes them really nice. Please let me know what the price would be on a 27x41, the weight and the outer dimensions. I would be more than happy to refer those customers of mine who want something like this. I do have a question though. How does the poster stay in the frame before the door is shut? This would not be for a linenbacked poster, correct? Could the frame be customed to accommodate a linenbacked poster with a mat to cover the excess linen? I'm sure they cost you a bunch to make. Unfortunately, I know from experience, that the majority of customers want something as inexpensive as possible. I still have customers that want glass and cardboard and they are framing items I could only wish to own. When using archival materials and, then on top of that, a handmade custom detail frame, your market will be small. As a wholesale framer here in L.A. even a really nice wood frame with all archival materials is about $200 from me and I get collectors who balk at that price even though the same frame would be close to $500 in a retail shop. They will often opt for my deluxe frame at $99.00 which is a very nice frame, but not anywhere the style and detail of what you have shown us here. I wish you the best and I will probably order one just to have in my lobby for people to see. Sue www.hollywoodposterframes.com <http://www.hollywoodposterframes.com> ----- Original Message ----- From: CK MacLeod <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> Sent: Thursday, April 10, 2008 12:57 PM Subject: [MOPO] INTRODUCING: HANDMADE MOVIE POSTER DISPLAY CASES We're proud to announce that the first of our movie poster display cases is now available. Last year, my cousin Roger and I set out to create a collector's framing solution that combined handmade aesthetic appeal, attention to the proper care of collectible posters, ease of use, and appreciation for the history of the movies and movie art. With the help of fellow collectors and dealers, we researched real period poster display cases - focusing on the relatively free-standing vesions which sometimes appear for sale on the collectibles market, usually in need of refinishing and refurbishment, and only rarely suitable for the proper display and preservation of collectible posters. Instead of attempting to replicate these display cases in detail, we adjusted their designs - since we take it as a given that, though many of our friends and customers would like the option to change out their displayed holdings periodically or on a whim, or just like the look of a cinema display case, none of them cared to imitate the typical mom & pop movie theater's treatment of this week's 1-sheet by gluing or stapling it over last week's... We could say more, but the little gallery I've put together at http://ckmac.com/images/special/case/ should be self-explanatory (click on thumbnails for larger images, of course). We're still assessing demand and interest, taking suggestions and feedback for future versions, and accepting offers on this "prototype." Our next 1-sheet-sized case should be done soon, to be followed in time by an insert and a half-sheet version, but we're willing to consider custom jobs as well. Please feel free to contact me directly with inquiries and suggestions. Best to all - and thanks to everyone who sent us images or shared their experience and advice! Colin CK MacLeod Collectibles at ckmac.com <http://ckmac.com/> Kymar's on eBay <http://stores.ebay.com/Kymars-Stuff> Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com ___________________________________________________________________ How to UNSUBSCRIBE from the MoPo Mailing List Send a message addressed to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In the BODY of your message type: SIGNOFF MOPO-L The author of this message is solely responsible for its content. Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com ___________________________________________________________________ How to UNSUBSCRIBE from the MoPo Mailing List Send a message addressed to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In the BODY of your message type: SIGNOFF MOPO-L The author of this message is solely responsible for its content. 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