Anyone ever see an Aurora Karta?

[VeeWee]

I took the plunge last winter and sent my Karta Emag to ODDPB when they offered the Aurora finish and before anyone asks I didn't spend $2k. ODD did an amazing job, it looks like a multi-hued mirror, just awesome.


I'm not done yet, I have a Tuna Blade and a Logic Fireblade that need to get annodized. I also want to get a selector switch from Luke, change the LED to green and new grip panels, maybe some exotic wood grips from Kruger. I'm thinking about getting something laser engraved on the valve too.


On to the show, I hope you enjoy....


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[RangerX]

Wow that looks pretty sick on mag grats. I tried getting line for them to do some work for me but that was over 6months ago

[Ruler_Mark]

:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:

[wetwrks]

Seems like I am looking at the next MOTM winner. :ninja:

Very nice! :headbang:

[Dewok82]

Incredible. Thank you for not wasting your money on a Karta with holes.

Was the 2K for just what is shown? Or did you get an aftermarket feedneck and rail/asa done too?

That's an absolutely stunning marker, thanks for sharing. :hail:

[Smoothice]

That is possibly the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. No joke. That is amazing.

:wow:


:hail:

[mtaylor]

:eek: :wow:

Amazing.

[Dawg047]

Ooh, that is so nice. :bounce: I wet myself when my 06' Aurora CCU kit came in for my Ego but that there is just pure beautinnnnesssssss. Nice job man. Nice. Man, oh well, atleast I still have my Uni-Micro.

[jakeman7676]

You sir win automags.... :hail:

[mr doo doo]

read the title, and the last thought i had was pictures of an Aurora Karta, and instead a question about where to get one, blah blah blah. saw the pictures and my jaw dropped. that gun is absolutely stunning! the black and aurora goes so well together oppose to the other guns done by ODD where i think the aurora is just over done. this is simply amazing :cheers: :hail:

[Ninjeff]

:wow:


holy........


wow. MOTM is already over. no one could compete against THAT. i wont even bother.

[MoeMag]

all smilies and words fail me.
OMG.

[AGD]

WOW! I would put that in my collection. Super impressive!

AGD

[mostpeople]

An Aurora X-mag is next!

[pmstc]

An Aurora X-mag is next!
You must have missed the aurora euro xmag that was floating around here when they first came out :)

I liked it, not many people did. This karta mag is beautiful though.

[Geronimo7]

I hope you have a backup to use :p
Don't think I would ever let that see the field.

[mostpeople]

I hope you have a backup to use :p
Don't think I would ever let that see the field.


oh thats no fun :D

[Thotograph]

:spit_take

Just beautiful...

Any reason why you went with the stock feed? Def keep the theme of black offsets when you go with new grips... as previously they provide amazing contrast.

Classy and flashy in the same breath... well I never.

[cougar20th]

Thats amazing. Ive always loved the aurora stuff and on that gun its perfect.

[Madmarx]

That is just sick! :headbang:

I have the GREEN LED you're looking for.
pm me.

[going_home]

Now all you need to do is send them the Xvalve and barrel back to do.

:rolleyes:

[gimp]

That looks awesome. Great job. :headbang:

[Rudz]

Black dark seoul grips and a gloss black clamping feed neck and its perfect....I gotta say I'm jealous, and that's saying a lot.....that's incredible...

[ThePixelGuru]

Wow, very tasteful, not overdone at all. The marker has just enough lines to make the Aurora finish show up nicely without making it look like complicated mess, and the black parts provide just the right amount of contrast. Very nice.

[Warwitch]

Normally not an aurora fan whatsoever. But that is stunning! Well done sir, money well spent IMO. :hail:


Edit: gonna get that X valve done or what?

[FiXeL]

All i can say is: WOW! That karta rocks! :headbang:

[robnix]

Normally not an aurora fan whatsoever. But that is stunning! Well done sir, money well spent IMO. :hail:


Edit: gonna get that X valve done or what?
Neither was I until now.

:headbang: :headbang: :headbang:

[pmstc]

So I like it but I have to ask...



why the stock feedneck???????? :cry:

[kruger]

WOW! I would put that in my collection. Super impressive!

AGD

Not only did you come up with an outstanding marker, but, you got TK to say "WOW". That by itself is very impressive. Good job.

[garbageman705]

The stock feedneck has nice lines. Hoppers can be sanded to fit? It looks hot.

[VeeWee]

Thank you for the compliments everyone!


Here is an explanation for how the Karta ended up the way it is....


ODD originally offered a special 1 of 5 for $2k, I guess they didn't fill that order because they later offered fixed price packages for different part counts. I was in the 6-8 part category which was much less than the special $2k complete gun package. My part count was eight and to go over that was a big jump in price.

My original plan with the feedneck was to get an aftermarket clamping feedneck and have the main part done in Aurora and leave the clamp black. Due to a very busy schedule last winter I dropped the ball and never got around to ordering one so I sent ODD the stock feedneck. I could've sent the barrel back instead but I like the break in the middle with the black.

I asked about the Xvalve, Lorne at ODD wasn't sure if it could be but was willing to take a look at it, I decided that eight parts was my limit and I wasn't about to sacrifice a $200 valve so I didn't send it. I think the plain black "X" valve looks pretty cool and leave plenty of room to get something laser engraved on it if I choose to later.

The one thing that I didn't like about the Aurora markers already out there was that the whole gun, everything, was Aurora finished. Too much of a good thing in my opinion so the black accents were definately intended.

My only regret is my own fault, the feedneck, but when I swap it out and put a plan black clamping feedneck on I don't think it'll look out of place, we'll see.


...and thats the rest of the story.


Thanks again!

[punkncat]

That would more fair to call oil slick because it is not truly an Aurora. It is incredible looking there is no doubt. I too question the decision to stick with a stock feed, but it does look really nice aside from possible better function with a different type.

[mostpeople]

Dude, the stock feedneck looks Friggin Awesome!

The flames with the aurora kick butt and I think its a BETTER looking choice than an aftermarket feedneck!

[Hilltop Customs]

:clap: :clap: :clap:

I could never force myself to play with something as beautiful as that. Hell I'd have OCD just trying to keep the finger prints off it.

[maniacmechanic]

I normally don't like shiny , but shiny LOOKS GOOD on Karta's ( mine are shiny black )
This Karta looks awsome & the black sets it off great , the black may even look better if it were Matte ( make the shiney, more shiny )

[pmstc]

I agree the stock feedneck looks very nice, but clamping feednecks are so nifty. Well, it's an amazing gun, regardless!

[magmonkey]

best mag ever

[BigEvil]

Total awesomeness. I contacted them also, but I didnt have the $2k they wanted to do it.

[SithSteve]

Um.... WOW... uhhhh... WOW... like... WOW :eek: :wow:

[splat15k]

That is truly awesome! I hope your triggers are going in for black ano...that would be slick.

[BREAD_DA_PAINTER]

dam.... just dam..... :hail: :hail: :hail:

:cheers:

[VeeWee]

That would more fair to call oil slick because it is not truly an Aurora.
Not sure where you got your info from but I was told by Lorne at ODDpb that this is the same electro-plating process used by Eclipse just perfected by a guy named Cutstep on PbNation for ODDpb.

The finish is supposed to be more durable than annodizing so normal play should have no effect on the it. Diving into a bunker won't be an issue because I don't :p !

[mostpeople]

I see you have completed my Christmas present ahead of schedule, thats ok with me really, you may go ahead and send it this way..

[punkncat]

Not sure where you got your info from but I was told by Lorne at ODDpb that this is the same electro-plating process used by Eclipse just perfected by a guy named Cutstep on PbNation for ODDpb.

The finish is supposed to be more durable than annodizing so normal play should have no effect on the it. Diving into a bunker won't be an issue because I don't :p !

I understood that the process that was originally used by PE was not electro plating, but was actually almost a "burning" of the aluminum by running a high amount of voltage through it. I think there is a thread on here somewhere about it, but that one of the drawbacks of the original procedure was that it was commonly destructive and ended up ruining many of the bodies it was attempted on. One of, if not the reason that PE quit doing it.
There have been several attempts at a similar process. I remember one guy talking about his "figuring" it out, but that it turned out to flake quite a bit. Might even be the same guy who has found a better way. But simply by the nature of it being a plating, or anno process it is not the same. It looks great, the effect is just as stunning.

[turbo chicken]

:wow: words cannot describe :wow:

[PsychoBaller]

Awesome finish on da Karta, like it a lot!

-baller

[Loco_AEXY]

I rarely post (mostly just a lurker) but I feel compelled to let you know that this marker is by far one of, if not thee, most amazing looking marker I have laid my eyes on. A true thing of beauty. :hail:

[Smoothice]

I'm looking forward to the day you enter MOTM.

This is what I picture happening...

You enter the gun as the FIRST open class entry.

The days go by until the last day.

And NO ONE else enters a marker.

You win uncontested!!!!! :rofl:

You'd really piss some people off if you waited till the last day of entries.

[Swiss Cheeze]

That is unless an aurora x-mag was posted, then it would be interesting.

[cyrus-the-virus]

Why the stock feedneck?

I think an RGP feednack would look a bit nicer if you just got the ring done.

[Smoothice]

Why the stock feedneck?

I think an RGP feednack would look a bit nicer if you just got the ring done.


This has already been answered.

Up a few posts somewhere. Basically. That is what he had.

[st6212]

I understood that the process that was originally used by PE was not electro plating, but was actually almost a "burning" of the aluminum by running a high amount of voltage through it. I think there is a thread on here somewhere about it, but that one of the drawbacks of the original procedure was that it was commonly destructive and ended up ruining many of the bodies it was attempted on. One of, if not the reason that PE quit doing it.
There have been several attempts at a similar process. I remember one guy talking about his "figuring" it out, but that it turned out to flake quite a bit. Might even be the same guy who has found a better way. But simply by the nature of it being a plating, or anno process it is not the same. It looks great, the effect is just as stunning.

The process Eclipse used on the old Aurora cockers was called "spectrum physical vapor disposition". It is a method of plating that requires between 20k and 40k volts to pass through the piece. The high voltage led to high failure rates.

And that is one beautiful mag, best one I've seen yet....I was planning on doing the aurora finish with my new mag project...but looks like you beat me to it....gggaaahhh :cuss: :D

[cyrus-the-virus]

This has already been answered.

Up a few posts somewhere. Basically. That is what he had.

Well I don't like to read entire thread, just the first page(even though it was the first post on the second page) :P

Is ODD still doing arora finishes? I've tried contacting them a couple times but they won't reply to my e-mails.

[bunny5]

cyrus-the-virus: I would message cutstep on pbnation. He was the main person in charge of the aurora service. I spoke with him for a while about a project of mine and if I remember correctly they are trying to finish up the latest batch of guns before they do anymore. Also, look for a high price I don't think they will do many small part batches anytime soon. Good luck.

VeeWee: Great looking marker. Hope you enjoy it!!!!

[Empyreal Rogue]

I have to agree with whoever said they were glad you didn't waste such a beautiful setup on a Karta Rail with holes. I love my holeless Karta Rail, I wouldn't trade it for anything else. I work really hard to see to it that I could get the holeless rail I wanted.

I can't wait till I have my Pneumag anodized. Though I'm days away from dropping 500 dollars on a virtually new '06 Cyborg, plus a few extra parts so I guess the Pneumag will be raw for a few more months!

Truly unique setup. It's perhaps the only aurora automag in existance. At least that I'm aware of.

[Zone Drifter]

Everything syncs up very well, and while i used to think that aurora finished looks dumb on the dye guns, it looks excellent on an e-mag, especially the karta!

[VeeWee]

I actually started with a three-hole rail Karta Emag but I came across this no-hole body and rail that was setup as a mechanical mag last fall.

Some posts mention an Xmag would look better, I tried to buy one last winter. I missed out on a few that went for less than a $1000 that would've been perfect candidates, there were more for sale but I didn't want pay more than $1000 considering I already had this Karta Emag setup ready to go.

[kurtisqpublic]

JUst incredible! I love the black contrasts and, for me personally, the stock feedneck is ultra cool!
~Kurt

[Mag_User_Since_93]

i would do things for this gun that i would never do ever :cry: btw, where the hell is the trigger ?

[rb211]

I think I just creamed my pants......... :wow: :wow: :wow: :wow: :hail:

[Ratzo]

Always liked the looks of the Aurora Cockers, but can't stand the Oil Slick DM's.
This is an absolute thing of beauty, the black contrasts great with the Aurora finish.

[nicad]

Very, VERY nice. wow.
Incredible job.

Is it for sale? :D

[arowmic]

Amazing how nice that looks.

[txrabbit]

pictures made me happy in my pants....

[VeeWee]

Very, VERY nice. wow.
Incredible job.

Is it for sale? :D


Everything is for sale it just a matter of how much you want to spend! :D

Before I get bombarded with "how much?" PM's I'm kidding, it is NOT for sale! :nono:

[jgilk1]

here is the post i put on the nation for this sweet marker

holy :cuss: thats one of the best looking aurora jobs i have seen in quite a wile as i am not the biggest fan of all flash the black separates it nicely
the dw body kit shouts @ any one that walk by not to mention you really don't notice the battery box out front due to it being the same color


now on to the nit picking how are you suppose to fire the gun there ain't no trigger in here second imo there is not enough yellow in there for my preference but hall of an anno


as far as setting a price
tk (agd) said he'd add it to his collection thats enough to say it's not for sale you got his approval that is payment enough for me

???? what is it worth to tk (agd) thats your selling point huh????


does tk have a museum or are we still in search of his vault hehe (trades for a peak @ his rare collection of mags :D )

sacrifice for the greater good of ao members :cheers:

[ThePixelGuru]

No joke, both TK and nicad want it. You must be doing something right... Oh, yeah, you Aurora'd a Karta, that's what you did right. ;)

Honestly can't think of a better marker for this ano or a better ano for this marker...

[drewkroeker]

That gun is so beautiful I would be scared to take it to the field to play with it. Heaven forbid you ever got paint on that lovely annodizing!

[eckoblazer]

Makes me miss my Aurora Shocker :( that is dead sexy

[big poppa fluff]

one of the best looking mags I have ever seen!!! :wow:

[kruger]

Hey, I just happened to run across some rare Aurora wood. Would look killer on this thing :rofl:

Awesome looking mag. Good job. And, I wouldnt change a thing on it.

[PsychoBaller]

Was just browsing Ano-related stuff, came back to this thread... was it ever completed with the other parts?

-baller

[Texas Trigger]

Pics are not working! Use photobucket! I must see this!

[secretweaponevan]

Absolutely gorgeous.

Words don't do it justice.

Looks like an alien spacecraft/sex machine/sceptor of God.

[Spider-TW]

Absolutely gorgeous.

Words don't do it justice.

Looks like an alien spacecraft/sex machine/sceptor of God.
Yeah, I had to come back and check the pictures again and make sure...it still looks good. :p

[Avianrave]

Absolutely gorgeous.

Words don't do it justice.

Looks like an alien spacecraft/sex machine/sceptor of God.

Or it could be god's fleshlight mothership.

[SFFRONTMAN]

This thread is full of win. :D

[michbich]

MOTM is a waste of time for this mag. MOTY FTW :headbang:

[Texas Trigger]

Could someone host the pics on photobucket so I can see?

[michbich]

Could someone host the pics on photobucket so I can see?
Do you have an extra clean pair of shorts laying arround? You'll need one.

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<a href="http://s413.photobucket.com/albums/pp220/plourde_15/?action=view&current=dsc2623mn7.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i413.photobucket.com/albums/pp220/plourde_15/dsc2623mn7.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>

The other 3 pics aren't working thought.

[Texas Trigger]

Oh my...WOW. :hail:

[TeamBob]

very nice. Different, but nice. Heard somethign about $2K floating around, idk if i woulda spent that much, but its very nice. I'd out a trigger on it though.

P.s Did anyone else's grandma used to have China that looked about the same way?

[Russ]

What a fantastic marker you have! :headbang:

I like the contrast with the black valve & barrel back. Out-friggin'-standing!

[VeeWee]

I have been working 80+ hours a week since last winter so I haven't done much paintball period. Not much to update, I still have my triggers sitting on my kitchen counter ready to go to the annodizer, no new grips...yet, I did manage to get a new all black clamping feedneck and a green LED. I will post some pics when I get some time, maybe a video.


Pics on first page still work for me, dunno whats going on there.

[jgilk1]

i have been waiting almost 4 months and you still have no new pictures up of the finished marker :cuss:
\
just kidding stopped by and there was still no trigger in it

[Dorian Feyd]

Just plain beautiful! Congrats on that, I think it transcends art and function. Feyd.........

[MeÐiCX]

Very nice! Who did the anno?

[VeeWee]

i have been waiting almost 4 months and you still have now new pictures up of the finished marker :cuss:
\
just kidding stopped by and there was still no trigger in it

I hear ya! I would like nothing less that to show up at a field with it right now and have people ask, "what the heck is that!" But with the way things are right now I have to chase the buck as long as its being dangled in front of my nose.

[tbaggin]

i want this so bad!

[jgilk1]

any more progress i have been waiting for ever....... it's been 9 months since you originally posted up the pictures 5 months since you said you would post up a video and i still see no trigger haha

[Flatliner333]

Excuse me while I change my undies... :headbang: