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Movement Trays

Haemoglobin said:
Does the extra edge (that seems to be 3-4 mm) ever interfere with the game?
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I make my own magnetized movement trays which could easily function without an edge because of the magnetization. However I always put an edge on it (about 6mm). I like the edge because it helps keep the models slightly apart. I don't want my models getting intertwined with my opponent's models because that very well could lead to damage to the models or the paint job. Models are rarely going to line up perfectly because of the position of arms and weapons. So I personally prefer the edge.

Hope that helps a little. Unfortunately I don't have any experience with the companies you speak of, so I can't help you there.
 
Haemoglobin said:
Does the extra edge (that seems to be 3-4 mm) ever interfere with the game?
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Yes.
It can.
If you play with a really fussy, rules stickler tournament player and their concern is exact alignment to determine maximum attacks, then yes.

Scratch building can be fun and inexpensive.
I know two methods.
GBP £3,49
for one :(
tray. :confused:
 
Yea I'm just looking for options. I've got a couple of metal sheets that I managed to cut at my old school, but sadly I don't have access to that anymore. And I am in dire need to get more :P
 
warbases.co.uk seems much cheaper
 
@Haemoglobin inexpensive options involved using hand tools and crafting implements.

Do you have scissors, glues, and a hand saw of some sort?

Inexpensive base tray option 1:
Magnetic signage for vehicles
Steel washers
Glue (CA glue)
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Inexpensive base tray option 2:
MDF or 3-5mm craftwood
Craft sticks
Glue (PVA or woodglue)
Sand paper
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Those are the ingredients for the two recipes, I am typing on a phone ATM, is that enough to get you thinking ?

I can do the recipes in full if you need more info after I get back to a regular computer.
 
I made my own out of a cardbox. I just used a hobby knife and some glue. I put on side so the models wouldn't slide off. Didn't take that long and didn't cost me a thing except time.

I find it qutie annoying if you have to mix several plastic trays to fit in a horde so making my own was well worth it. It fits 10 x 5 25mm models.
 
pendrake said:
If you play with a really fussy, rules stickler tournament player and their concern is exact alignment to determine maximum attacks, then yes.
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But that situation can be addressed with a bit of simple mathematical calculation or a solid right cross to the chin. ;) Plus the distance is so small that you can easily visually see it.

(not that I'm denying your claim that some sticklers may complain about it... but that's where the right cross comes in!)
 
Yea, I havent done many tournaments but I've played a guy that was a bit of a douche and would definitely have complained about that couple of mm if he had the chance. Thanks for all the recommendations guys!
 
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