Dan Winship and I went to a local laser cutter to find out how much it would cost to cut control horn blanks 1/16" 4130 steel. We have someone who can do the job but I need $1200 to get it started. That does not include the 1/8 and 3/32 dowl rod - Map gas and silver solder. So if there is anyone or a number of people who would like to sponsor this endeavor Donate here.
Add in the notes Horns
How many horns will you get for $1200?
What shape will the horns be?
How much more $$$ will you ask for to cover Dowel Rods (music wire?), Mapp Gas, Silver Solder, Labor??
Bottom line: How many finished assemblies will a donor receive for a donation?
Robert maybe you should do the math up front like Brian Gardner does. Tell us what your minimum quantity order is, and the price you need to charge, and take pre-order commitments. When you achieve commitments equaling your minimum quantity, collect the money, place the order, receive the laser-cut parts, fabricate the assemblies, ship the product. Easy-Peasy LOL
Paul