Counter Clipping and Storage 2 -What happens after the Box Openings

[@korofrog]

I would love to be able to make those counter trays for my games. Guess I should learn how to use sketch up or see if you have the STL files available

[@368engbn]

That's fantastic. I stuck the thumb way way up on this one.

[@NerdWorkshop1]

Thank You 368engbn

[@BunnyNiyori]

I might look into the Fiskars rotary cutter. I have a pair of their shears. They are the bees knees for scissors, razor fricking sharp and cut nearly anything.

[@NerdWorkshop1]

I do have the rotary cutter, and it does work great.

[@BunnyNiyori]

@@NerdWorkshop1 that is encouraging :) Sometimes using a box cutter is hard on the hands after a bit.

[@przemekbozek]

Thanks for showing this. I'm not a big fan of DIY myself so found that I tend to use a single GMT tray (or e.g. 2 in Pacific War) and excess counters (usually generic control markers) go in baggies that fit at the space to the side of a map. Managed to fit both games in with no pressure on the lid. I also prefer metal handle counter clipper - find it really therapeutic to do so tend to clip counters for a friend of mine, too😁

[@NerdWorkshop1]

I agree I don't mind counter clipping either. It is rather therapeutic too.

[@robertmoffitt1336]

I guess I had good luck with my Oregon Laminations 2mm Deluxe clipper. I heard that the handles break, so I prepurchase a second one for when the first one broke. Murphy's Law; the first one never even showed any signs of being close to breaking. I've kept it well "oiled" with silicone lubricant. It's still going strong after quite a few years, with a reserve clipper waiting impatiently in the "on deck circle", lol. GMT trays are my go to, but I label all the pockets for ease of set up and tear down. Holy Smokes, those custom trays look terrific! I really do think it's important to have the games organized, especially for new players. Excessive set up and sorting time, in my experience, is and can be a game killer right out of the gates! When I get a new game, I do the same thing, I guess you can call it "prepping" the game for play. Great vid!🍻

[@NerdWorkshop1]

I like that Robert, "Prepping for game play" But I do believe I my over prep :). I agree, if you have a spare, the original one never breaks.

[@alansalazar9543]

Brilliant

[@NerdWorkshop1]

Thanks Alan

[@Hobiecat181]

Great video!

[@NerdWorkshop1]

Thanks Mike!

[@jimsmith7445]

LOVE the idea of the rotary cutter for units.... I'll try that. the trays? I'm a plastic box guy.

[@NerdWorkshop1]

Plastic boxes work just fine. Thanks for watching.

[@stediths]

wow! just wow! I thought I was anal about my counter storage - you are in another universe. Brilliant!

[@NerdWorkshop1]

Thanks Home Peregrine. I think I may have a problem :) Thanks for watching.

[@stediths]

@@NerdWorkshop1 we ALL have a problem - but its a great problem to have!

[@TB2K08]

Do you share your stl files anywhere?

[@NerdWorkshop1]

Not anymore, I had them on a website, but it was too costly with little return.

[@christophersivley5289]

Where did you get the hand clipper for the counters? I have never seen one before and it would help me clip my counters instead of using scissors or an hobby knife to trim them!

[@NerdWorkshop1]

There is a link below the video in the description, if you're on a computer you need to click "see more" to see all the links.

[@HvonC]

Great. At here stls available to buy or download?

[@NerdWorkshop1]

You know Mark, they are not. I have just been making them for my games only so far.

[@marianmoses9604]

@@NerdWorkshop1 You may be staring a $$$$ making opportunity in the face. I have already seen a couple on ETSY making game pieces storage inserts for board games, including for the U.S. Civil War. They get $57 - $72 for that each one they sell, depending on the options selected.

[@idjester]

Good stuff man... just awesome... thanks for sharing... hope to talk soon...

[@NerdWorkshop1]

Thanks Jester, have a great trip. See you in a couple of weeks.

[@idjester]

@@NerdWorkshop1 behave without me... I will be watching you... when your not looking I will be there...

[@jonclark299]

what size dice did you use on your counter clipper?

[@NerdWorkshop1]

Jon it is the 16mm

[@TTiger75]

Are you going to publish the files for the 3D printer somewhere? This is one of the games I plan purchasing next. 😅

[@NerdWorkshop1]

I am going to have to set up something for that soon.

[@TTiger75]

@@NerdWorkshop1I have now my brand new copy for Pacific War. Any updates on my question? Beyond that is there a way to show my gratitude for your videos, e.g. Patreon or BuyMeCoffeeLink?

[@NerdWorkshop1]

@@TTiger75 which files are you looking for? I have not done anything on Pacific War Yet.

[@TTiger75]

@@NerdWorkshop1 My bad. I mixed it up. I had to decide between Civil War and Pacific War when I was watching your video. I just remembered it wrong. Keep up posting good stuff!

[@marianmoses9604]

Great video. Very helpful. I just received this same game today and have purchased the 2mm deluxe corner trimmer. Is that Fiskars rotary cutter the 45mm blade type? I think I will run down to WallyWorld or Hobby Lobby to get one of those. It appears to work well.

[@NerdWorkshop1]

Yes, it is. You should have a good time with this game. Thanks for watching.

[@pm71241]

I would recommend doing a pre-emptive mod to the deluxe clipper, drilling down the top handle where it will break and insert a steel nail with epoxy.

[@NerdWorkshop1]

I like that idea Peter, thanks.

[@joevano]

That is what the 16mm die on the handle is for as well, but this is also a great idea!

[@shawntorno]

Wow

[@NerdWorkshop1]

It is an addiction, wait until you see my next one with CC ancients. I went a little overboard. Thanks for watching.

[@richardchampion4826]

I got the same clipper, it broke. I found out the return spring is to heavy, changed it, then I glued the broken parts together, drilled a hole top to bottom, and put a screwon top, and a nut on the bottom, it's lasted 4 years.

[@NerdWorkshop1]

Nice, did you add a dice to it?

[@richardchampion4826]

@@NerdWorkshop1 No need, by changing the return spring, less pressure, and the handle, with the screw, it a lot stronger, and won't break, haven't had a problem except to clean and oil the guide pins.

[@NerdWorkshop1]

@@richardchampion4826 Nice. Thanks for the tip.

[@charleslatora5750]

Older games. Yeah the old game counters need haircuts. Newer. Usually no.

[@NerdWorkshop1]

The cutter is really good for the older games for sure.

[@Demy1970]

Waste of my time

[@NerdWorkshop1]

Sorry Harold

[@feliciabacon9923]

@Demjansk rude