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These are the slide cover plates or "backplates" I've got that are waiting for the "right" builds!

The first step is admitting you have a problem! ;)

All but one are from Milspin. The DTOM snake (top left) is from NDZ Performance.

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All my completed builds have custom back plates.
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BTW, get on Milspin's email list. They OFTEN have great sales / coupon codes. Usually in the 30 - 40% off range.
 
How much were the custom made ones where you furnish the image?
And do they make them for the G43?
Uh, NM. $75 fee to do the artwork.
 
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no4mk1t said:
How much were the custom made ones where you furnish the image?
And do they make them for the G43?
Uh, NM. $75 fee to do the artwork.
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All of mine are stock models. No custom image plates for me... yet! :)

Yes... they make plates for the G43, too. Just find the plate you like, and then click the drop-down list for the model.
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no4mk1t said:
How much were the custom made ones where you furnish the image?
And do they make them for the G43?
Uh, NM. $75 fee to do the artwork.
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They often put out 35%+ coupon codes making their stock cover plates very inexpensive (IMO).
 
Racer88 said:
They often put out 35%+ coupon codes making their stock cover plates very inexpensive (IMO).
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My initial thought was a Distinguished and P100 back plate color filled to match the images in my avatar. Maybe if I win the lottery.
 
Oops. I left one of them out! I got this one, too.
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@Racer88 ,@Michele So, curiosity overwhelms me. The both of you have a strong connection to the Navy. I would have thought that a Navy back plate would be in your collections, if not the first purchase. While there are other 2A/patriotic selections, no Navy?
 
no4mk1t said:
@Racer88 ,@Michele So, curiosity overwhelms me. The both of you have a strong connection to the Navy. I would have thought that a Navy back plate would be in your collections, if not the first purchase. While there are other 2A/patriotic selections, no Navy?
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I just haven't seen anything that was "cool" enough. Just the word "NAVY" isn't that cool.

But... hmmmmmmm.... maybe Milspin could do something with this:

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And then get a "haze gray" cerakoted slide / frame. With the hull number (CV-62) etched / engraved on the slide. The top of the slide could be the "flight deck." Could do a theme build. Now THAT might be cool.
 
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I was thinking of this one. Too plain?

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Racer88 said:
I just haven't seen anything that was "cool" enough. Just the word "NAVY" isn't that cool.

But... hmmmmmmm.... maybe Milspin could do something with this:

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And then get a "haze gray" cerakoted slide / frame. With the hull number (CV-62) etched / engraved on the slide. The top of the slide could be the "flight deck." Could do a theme build. Now THAT might be cool.
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Maybe they'll have a sale some day where they do the custom stuff for less with a coupon code or something...maybe have a drawing and waive the artwork fee so it's more affordable. But as currently priced, you're looking at $100+ for a custom plate.
But yes, your idea for a USS Independence plate is very cool. :cool:
 
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I was thinking of this one. Too plain?

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That's the rate insignia for a Master Chief (E-9). It would have significance to someone who achieved that rate (aka "rank") in the Navy. And it would not be "cool" for someone who didn't achieve that rate to use it.
 
Racer88 said:
That's the rate insignia for a Master Chief (E-9). It would have significance to someone who achieved that rate (aka "rank") in the Navy. And it would not be "cool" for someone who didn't achieve that rate to use it.
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Would it not have to have the chevrons and rockers also? Or does the 2 stars make it so?
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It seems I am confusing rank insignia with rate. My bad.
 
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no4mk1t said:
Would it not have to have the chevrons and rockers also?
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On the sleeve, yes.
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This is the collar or cover device.
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@Michele's forum avatar is the "device" for Navy Chief.
 
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I was thinking of this one. Too plain?

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I already have that one …without the master chief stars of course

Anchor no stars chief
One star senior chief
Two stars master chief the highest enlisted rank one can achieve in the Navy.
Three stars Master Chief of the Navy

More power yet- CMC (command master chief) and MCPON (Master chief of Navy) but that’s still a “master chief” billet. They have more responsibility but not pay.
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Racer88 said:
These are the slide cover plates or "backplates" I've got that are waiting for the "right" builds!

The first step is admitting you have a problem! ;)

All but one are from Milspin. The DTOM snake (top left) is from NDZ Performance.

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All my completed builds have custom back plates.
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Very nice! My second PF940C has a cobalt frame with a tungsten slide. It took me months to find a back plate the same color as the slide.
Matches perfect. I was going to have one coated, but was afraid it would be too thick and difficult to install and remove. I forgot where I got it, or how they colored it. The slide is from Heavy Armor Division.
 

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