How heavy are It's George 2x4 cases?.
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MTfish
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I have an old 2x4 It's George and I think it is probably lighter than my 2x4 Porper. I don't have an In Stroke case handy to compre it to but I would guess the George is quite a bit lighter. I really like the old George cases, the only reason I don't use mine more is that it doesn't have much room for accessories. It's also a little tougher to get a full compliment of two butts and four shafts in the case. Hope this helps.
MTfish
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I'd say both, to be honest. I think you need to careful how you put the pieces in the case if you are going to fill it up. It seems to work best with the joint to the bottom of the case and the tips to the top, which is the opposite of what seems natural to me (but I'm weird). I'm not looking to sell my case but thanks for asking. You might try cecking Indycue's website. I don't know how to post a link or I'd give it to you. Good look. I think they're classy looking cases.
John Barton
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A George 2x4 is about 2lbs lighter than an Instroke 2x4. The Instroke comes in at 5-6lbs depending on the leather used and the George case is about 3-4lbs depending on the material.
The extrusion tube cases like George, Thomas etc... are lighter and more compact which is very nice. They are not quite as protective as when you have individual tubes bundled but the lightweight and smaller size are often a good tradeoff.
My new lightweight interior, which is taken from the George style cases and modified to work like an Instroke, is built inside an Extrusion Tube. Thus the JB Cases which have this interior also come in at about 1-2lbs lighter than a tube case which has seperate tubes for each piece.
Some casemakers actually use the extrusion tubes from cheaper imports and build their exteriors around that. Some of the less expensive cases coming from China have decent interiors made of non-abrasive fabric in the style of George.
So basically the weight is reduced because the interior is not filled with plastic.
George cases were probably the best American case of their time. Mike Roberts did a pretty good job on them. He built on what Fellini started and made some modifcations that allowed for the cases to be produced easier and still retain the durability that was required.
I predict that the George/Fellini style cases will be making a big comeback in the near future ;-)
The extrusion tube cases like George, Thomas etc... are lighter and more compact which is very nice. They are not quite as protective as when you have individual tubes bundled but the lightweight and smaller size are often a good tradeoff.
My new lightweight interior, which is taken from the George style cases and modified to work like an Instroke, is built inside an Extrusion Tube. Thus the JB Cases which have this interior also come in at about 1-2lbs lighter than a tube case which has seperate tubes for each piece.
Some casemakers actually use the extrusion tubes from cheaper imports and build their exteriors around that. Some of the less expensive cases coming from China have decent interiors made of non-abrasive fabric in the style of George.
So basically the weight is reduced because the interior is not filled with plastic.
George cases were probably the best American case of their time. Mike Roberts did a pretty good job on them. He built on what Fellini started and made some modifcations that allowed for the cases to be produced easier and still retain the durability that was required.
I predict that the George/Fellini style cases will be making a big comeback in the near future ;-)
John Barton
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Inserting the cues in the George case:
Basically the case is made to fit 2x4 when the 2 butts are bumper down. Then you need to have two shafts be inserted joint down and two shafts inserted tip down. This allows the cues to fit together according to the taper. This method means that the case size can be as small as possible for 2b and 4s.
To remove the cues you need to remove a joint down shaft first to allow enough room for the other parts to come out. It's just a technique that needs to be practiced a couple times then it becomes second nature and easy.
Basically the case is made to fit 2x4 when the 2 butts are bumper down. Then you need to have two shafts be inserted joint down and two shafts inserted tip down. This allows the cues to fit together according to the taper. This method means that the case size can be as small as possible for 2b and 4s.
To remove the cues you need to remove a joint down shaft first to allow enough room for the other parts to come out. It's just a technique that needs to be practiced a couple times then it becomes second nature and easy.
MTfish
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Thanks for clearing that up for me. When I used the case alot, I rarely had more than two butts and 2 shafts. Are you planning on making some cases in this style? It sure seems you could really do the design justice. I miss seeing them around. They were pretty common when I started playing.
John Barton
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MTfish said:
I am currently developing a case in this style. I have made some significant improvements - at least in my opinion. Can't reveal much right now but you will see them on the market soon.
In addition to the production models we will be able to customize the exterior in just about any fashion you desire. The only thing I won't be able to do is to change the capacity of the cases due to the tubes being made to size.
I'll say this. For a seemingly simple case there are a lot of details to get right. But I think that most of you will agree that I have been quite faithful to the style and continued the spirit of innovation that has marked each iteration of the Fellini style of case.
Klopek said:When you say "tougher", do you mean it's difficult to insert the cues or take them out of the case, (due to cramped fit)?.
You looking to sell your It's George by any chance?.
I have a 3x6 It's George with Shark Skin I will sell you. PM me. The weight of the case is very light for a 3x6.
In my opinion
Its George are light, classy, durable. I like that the cap pops out and you can put all your other stuff in there like your tip tool, handphone etc etc.
I like the way it is so compactly built like everything fits in nicely and snuggly.
I like the way it has an old antique look yet still remains as functional as any of the newer cases. It is in a class of its own.
I do have a old Its George that i had the leather seasoned and kept in my collection. If i am not wrong there is one on ebay right now that you can try and grap. they cost only about 250-300. Not the Brunswick replicas. I would say it is cheap consider the story each one has to tell of the years that they went through.
Its George are light, classy, durable. I like that the cap pops out and you can put all your other stuff in there like your tip tool, handphone etc etc.
I like the way it is so compactly built like everything fits in nicely and snuggly.
I like the way it has an old antique look yet still remains as functional as any of the newer cases. It is in a class of its own.
I do have a old Its George that i had the leather seasoned and kept in my collection. If i am not wrong there is one on ebay right now that you can try and grap. they cost only about 250-300. Not the Brunswick replicas. I would say it is cheap consider the story each one has to tell of the years that they went through.
John Barton
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MasterClass said:
Does anyone know the story on the Brunswick George cases? I don't think that the ones marked Brunswick are replicas. I think that these are cases built exactly the same way from the same supplies since Mike Roberts sold the name to Brunswick. Am I wrong?