Kick Starter - The Mini Box - Simple Storage Solution

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**Bolognesus**

...Battlefoam distributes for CMoN. (guessing that's a non-starter for you, though

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Also, it seems Mantic will distribute some stuff for Secret Weapon. I think they have something of a deal with BF though?

**OrlandotheTechnicoloured**

Amazon has also been used to 'dropship' for KS fulfilment for some boardgames

http://www.stonemaiergames.com/how-to-provide-free-shipping-worldwide-on-kickstarter-a-comprehensive-guide/

but then I know other projects have tried to use them unsuccessfully so there's probably more to it than whats in the article

**Rtpminis**

awesome i have been looking into this for the last few hours i will keep yall posted. Thank you for your help and support. Over 2000 has been pledged through Dakka Dakka alone.

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FULLY FUNDED YAY

**yamato**

Update with first sample pics:

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/minibox/the-mini-box-simple-storage-solution/posts

**crazyfoxdemon**

I'll be perfectly honest, I have no need for infantry foam since I have all I need of that right now. On the other hand, I do need Tank Foam something fierce, so if that stretch goal is reached, I'll definately pick up up 3. Or even if just the bike foam stretch goal is reached, I'll probably pick up one.
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Sorry about this, I am rooting for you, just... I don't need infantry foam. Heck, I already have more of that then I need atm

**Rtpminis**

Here are those photos from the last update

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there is definatly more work to be done... the box will be widened another .25 of an inch to make some room for fingers and to make sure the foam is not jammed in there. other than that i am happy with the design look of the box i am very interested to get it in my hands and see if it is sturdy enough for our needs.

**Rtpminis**

I am not trying to needlessly bump this. but i wanted to let evryone know that we just unlocked the first foam stretch goal. Tank foam should be unlocked in the next few days

. and thank you everyone for the support!

**40k-noob**

Nice!!

Cant wait to receive these!!

**RiTides**

Rtpminis wrote:
there is definatly more work to be done... the box will be widened another .25 of an inch to make some room for fingers and to make sure the foam is not jammed in there. other than that i am happy with the design look of the box i am very interested to get it in my hands and see if it is sturdy enough for our needs.

That pic is a little concerning, it definitely needs to be a bit wider!

**Rtpminis**

I will take some more photos for you no problem

**RiTides**

Well I did not actually ask for photos

. But, if you mean after you get a wider prototype, that would be good to show, since this one looks too tight (as you pointed out, of course!).

**Rtpminis**

I totally miss read that

This is still up for debate. the reason it looks jammed in there is because that particular piece of foam was miss cut. something i am going to cause a fuss with the manufacturer about.

A few of the pledges who have seen the box agree that they would not widen the box. it may still happen but we will see.

I will not have another sample until probably after the kickstarter is finished do to the Chinese new year.

**Warsmith262**

May have to back this... just started working on my orks so im looking for affordable storage... and your from the houston area and i like supporting my hometown peeps

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May have to back this... just started working on my orks so im looking for affordable storage... and your from the houston area and i like supporting my hometown peeps

**Lobokai**

Backed... great idea

**Rtpminis**

Thank y'all for your support. warsmith your from Houston? do you ever come out to any of the tournaments in the area?

**namadio**

I increased my pledge to for boxes with cavalry foam unlocked. Hopefully we can get some tank foam unlocked and I'll pledge for a few more! Still trying to find someone to split a ten pack with me in southern Indiana area =D

**Rtpminis**

7 days left and we are quickly approaching the tank foam stretch goal. I want to thank everyone who has contributed to this project.

**namadio**

$17,628 pledged of $7,500 goal.

Tank foam unlocked!!!

**lord marcus**

40k-noob wrote:
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/minibox/the-mini-box-simple-storage-solution

A model storage solution that is both sturdy and cost effective. You'll be able to transport or store 160 infantry models for just $30.

My Name is Robert, my business partner (Eric) and I have scoured hobby shops and online retailers looking for affordable Mini storage or transport cases for our miniatures. We always end up taking our last army out of foam and putting it into a pile to transport our new army. We got very tired of damaging our well painted models and decided to address this issue.

What we have designed is a storage case for miniatures. It is not complicated or fancy but will keep your models safe while at home or on the road. A sturdy cardboard construction that is designed to hold the weight of a small human but light weight and compact enough to work as an at home storage solution. We are packing these boxes with enough foam to hold 160 models . The original foam will be 1" Infantry foam and is designed to fit into most standard sized cases.

Our retail price on these boxes will be $30 making them cheaper than most of its competitors. We are accomplishing this by doing the designs ourselves and purchasing the boxes and foam in bulk.

We are sick of overpaying for foam and we hope that you all approve of our solution.

BOX DESCRIPTION

Box Dimensions -14.5" x 11" x 5.5"

Infantry Foam Dimensions 14" x 10.5" x 1.25"

Infantry Foam Sheets are organized in 4 rows of 10 slots

The APC by portable warfare store 70 regular infantry and is 15 bucks USD, Tell me why instead i should back your product?

**schmoozies**

By their count their foam will store 160 basic infantry for $30.00 USD. So for the same price as two foams from Portable Warfare your getting and extra 20 figs of Storage. Not a huge difference but it is still more storage

**Warsmith262**

Rtpminis wrote:
Thank y'all for your support. warsmith your from Houston? do you ever come out to any of the tournaments in the area?

I wish... I used to live in Houston but havent in almost 7 Years.. I still love supporting Houstonians in their endeavours.. maybe ill be able to talk my wife into moving there in a few years.. there or Austin.

**lord marcus**

schmoozies wrote:
By their count their foam will store 160 basic infantry for $30.00 USD. So for the same price as two foams from Portable Warfare your getting and extra 20 figs of Storage. Not a huge difference but it is still more storage

Right, 20 models. but this is my point. if it is only 20 models, why not spend an extra 15 and get a full 70 extra? The other thing is how thick is the box itself. The APC is durable, and the one I purchased as a test has held up well. I'm wondering if the quality of the box will be equal too or better?

**rigeld2**

RTPs foam is ~19 cents a figure.
Portable Warfare's is ~21 cents a figure.

Size of the boxes is different. I can't speak to durability, although the sample RTP showed looked durable.

I haven't backed because I don't need/want infantry foam - too many MCs. Now that the tank foam is unlocked though I'll take another look.

**Rayvon**

I backed this one, I had horrible experiences with KR and I have been looking for a decent priced alternative !

**Buckybits**

Horrible experiences with KR? Would you mind elaborating? I was actually just looking at their cases...

-John

**gohkm**

I'd like to know what went wrong with your KR?

I've had mine for 4 years now, and it has never failed me. I've dropped it from a height, the case has stayed intact, nothing inside was broken. And now my son likes to push and kick it around, and I've got models inside, nothing's broken.

Their customer service has been fantastic, too.

I should append that I've got one of the small aluminium cases.

**orkybenji**

I use KR, but I need more storage and I think this is it. I guess I'll back it.

**NewTruthNeomaxim**

I now play 'Nids, and my wife plays Orks....

...aka, i'm in for four boxes. :-p

*goes back to painting 80+ Termagants...*

**Rtpminis**

Thanks to everyone for your support, this project has been a success beyond my wildest dreams. I have been able to pull almost all of the production back to the united states and have gotten to start a business with my hobby. I promise this will will not be the last cool project we work on together.

**Pause Game**

In for the four pack, and attempting to add 2 trays of bike foam

How does one apply the bike foam to the total?