Hog's Mods

[cherewine]

*whew*...thank you for telling me that you didn't pay over $300 for a chunk of wood Mike, LOL. That's great that you can get steals like that and yes, I would like to see your collection, even tho it will make me crazy(er) probably, LOL

I'll make a photo albumn of the woods I have bought over the last few months and put it in my profile this weekend. I went out of my way to find very uncommon woods that are "different" from what everyone uses. I want unique wood mods. Some of the woods cost more than the mods if bought from the "wrong" places. Luckily I spend enough time looking that I found some killer deals. For instance, that piece there, from another wood supplier was ~$195. I paid $27 plus shipping.
"IF" you look hard enough, and long enough you can get some really great buys on the internet...

 

[cherewine]

Which wood combination did you choose? I'm waiting to see how many change their order once Mike (Hogwart) posts what he buys tomorrow!!

I ordered a VV Hog..I'm on the list!!

 

[MiXoLoGiSt]

Im still looking for a nice chunk of Buckeye burl that will be a good size for the body of a HOG.

I got a nice combo in mind and it will be a one of a kind HOG

 

[Slot-Tech]

Which wood combination did you choose? I'm waiting to see how many change their order once Mike (Hogwart) posts what he buys tomorrow!!

Well I like Canarywood lots and Black Palm..But if Mike gets Kingwood then thats my Bodywood..Ends and inlay I'll ponder a bit of what would look the best with it.

 

[cherewine]

Just make sure you talk to Mike (if you haven't already) about the size he'll need and other information he needs to let you know about beforehand.

Im still looking for a nice chunk of Buckeye burl that will be a good size for the body of a HOG.

I got a nice combo in mind and it will be a one of a kind HOG

 

[cherewine]

I have one that is canarywood w/ purpleheart endcaps & inlay...which look AWESOME together...and then, I have one that has the quartersawn red oak w/black palm endcaps & inlay which look PERFECT together. I don't know if the canarywood and black palm would go well together to be honest with ya...just sayin'. Is Kingwood kind of like Bolivian Rosewood in color?

Well I like Canarywood lots and Black Palm..But if Mike gets Kingwood then thats my Bodywood..Ends and inlay I'll ponder a bit of what would look the best with it.

 

[cherewine]

Here's a link of some of the mods Mike has made already (my 3 included)...check em' out if ya haven't already Matt.
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...y-photos-show-us-your-hog-11.html#post4297604

Well I like Canarywood lots and Black Palm..But if Mike gets Kingwood then thats my Bodywood..Ends and inlay I'll ponder a bit of what would look the best with it.

 

[pringles13]

Well I liked my way through 4 pages from today
Looking at the available wood makes me want to order another already

Hogfather... my baby is on her way back to you. You might not get her until Tues, maybe Wed, because of the holiday Monday. I'll pm you with tracking info later.

Nite all!

 

[MiXoLoGiSt]

Well I liked my way through 4 pages from today

Only 4 pages? We really need to post more in this thread.

 

[pwyll]

Only 4 pages? We really need to post more in this thread.

Yep--that's only 160 posts a day.

I guess you people don't like Mike anymore...

 

[trouble2k]

Wow! I would love to see one with the Bolivian Rosewood w/ Purpleheart inlays or the Wenge w/ Purpleheart inlays. Oh, or maybe those with the Very Orange Cocobolo inlays.

Here is a list of the wood I have on hand in the garage.
All has been wet down to show rough look of finished wood. Most will be just a tad bit lighter than shown.

Wood for Bodies

Top Row, left to right: Black Walnut, Marble Wood, Bolivian Rosewood, TN Red Cedar, Canary Wood, Purpleheart.
Bottom Row, left to right: Zebra Wood, Maple, Goncalo Alves, Quarter Sawn Red Oak, Wenge

Wood I have for Caps and Inlays
Top row, Left to right: Walnut, Very Orange Cocobolo, Purpleheart, Yellowheart, Black Palm, Zebra Wood
Middle row, left to right: TN Red Cedar, Canary Wood, Lacewood, Bocote, Marble Wood
Bottom, Bolivian Rosewood

Wood I can get bodies as well as caps and inlays from
Bolivian Rosewood

Vera Wood

Curly Maple

Satine

Ironwood? I have enough of this for a couple Mods Several woods are refered to as this and I do not know which this is exactly =(

 

[BiancaMontgomery]

ahhh...I didn't know you already had another one in the works, LOL (sneaky girl)

Edit: my bad...that's right...now I remember you asking him to make you a non-feeder. For some reason, I thought the one you just got was it......or....is that one a non-feeder as well?

The one I just got is a VV...and it's AWESOME! The non-feeders will be for tanks.

That green wood is pretty amazing! I can't wait to see it finished.

You and me both sister!

I haven't used it before, I was told it will need to sit for a bit after final sanding to get the green color back. But unlike Purpleheart where you can stick it out in the sun for a little bit to turn purple, there is no speed up process for the color change. it might take a couple of weeks I was told

Two weeks! OK, it's going to be a small mod...maybe you can start it yesterday?

Not with the nice arm-r-seal finish on it. I was told it has to be exposed to the oxygen

So, it can't have a finish on it ever? Or just have to wait until it cures?

Also, only 6 on the list right now

Do I count as 3? For the two mods and the extra for the time it will take to erase and change my requests.

Wow! I would love to see one with the Bolivian Rosewood w/ Purpleheart inlays or the Wenge w/ Purpleheart inlays. Oh, or maybe those with the Very Orange Cocobolo inlays.

I wanna see them ALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL!!!

 

[trouble2k]

Bringing it forward...

Making a post of Info to keep bringing forward...

Please all keep in mind I build these mods as a hobby, It is not my full time job. I apologize if the wait for a mod is longer than expected but I believe it will be worth the wait once your Hog is in your hands.

Here's the rough requesting process...
Once a batch is sold I will open up requests for mods, when I have 10-15 requests requests will be closed untill that batch is finished. When a request is made you will be able to choose...

1. Type of wood for body
2. Type of wood for caps and inlay
3. 3.7v using 18650 batt and 6ml bottle $110, VV using 18350 batts and 6ml bottle $160, 3.7v non-feeder $90, or VV non-feeder $140
4. Gloss or Matte Arm-R-Seal finish (best protection), Tung Oil finish, Danish Oil finish, Boiled Linseed Oil finish, or Teak Oil finish
5. Choice of LED bottle illumination. Choices are White, Blue, Red, Purple, Green, Yellow, and No LED

The voltage regulator that in used in the the VV's can be found here 3A Adjustable step down switching voltage regulator

Your Hog will come with 2 bottle assemblies, extra bottle assemblies are available at $2 each.

When a request for a mod is made It will go into a journal of mods to make in what order and I will do my best to get it made in a timely fashion. Understand that I build these after work and a little on the weekend and "Timely" might mean it might take a few weeks.

When the requested Mod is finished I will contact the person that has requested the Mod and they will have 3 days to Pay for the mod so that it can be shipped. If payment is not made within those 3 days the Mod will be offered up to first come, first serve on the forum.

I will try to keep the mods coming out in order of of requests but please understand that if I have wood on hand to finish someones mod request that was placed after yours but I'm still waiting on your wood to ship, theirs will most likely be done first.

I will post a list of wood I currently have access to locally before I start taking requests. If the wood you desire is difficult to obtain or quite a bit more costly than the exotics I have available locally, the cost of your mod might slightly increase in price or require a deposit to obtain your wood. This will be discussed with you after your request has been made and I can locate your desired wood.

If you wish to request a mod made from Staburl, I will do my best to accommodate you. Since the color variation from block to block varies so greatly and some blocks come with voids that can not be worked around, I will not be purchasing the Staburl myself. If you wish to have your Hog made from Staburl you will have to purchase the blocks yourself and have them shipped to me. But please be aware that I can not guarantee that your blocks will be usable or that your blocks are exactly the color you were expecting once finished. And also be aware that I am very careful when using Staburl but at times it does like to chip out, accidents happen no matter how careful I am. I will not be held liable if your block does not make it through the tooling process. Regular Pricing applies.

The Hog mod is really a beautifully made wooden mod in its simplest form. There are no extra frills in a Hog that adds to the bulk of the mod which make a Hog one of the smallest Wooden Mods on the market today not to mention one of the least expensive. There is no Master on/off switch. if you wish to throw your Hog into your purse or pocket, I recommend unscrewing the atty a turn or popping the battery out.

I'm not sure how many Bottom feeder vendors will tell you something like this but I will, THE HOG MOD DOES NOT LEAK, PERIOD

Here is where I would post some tips and tricks for you about how to use the Hog and remedy any issue you might have.
If and when an issue ever come up with a Hog I'll fill this spot in. =)

Ok Ok there is one tip from BiancaMontgomery on the easiest method for filling you bottle in the Hog.
Hog Mod easy bottle fill - YouTube

We also have the first video review of a 3.7v Hog.
Kanal von aught3firefly - YouTube <--Pchela Youtube Hog Review

Here we have a couple written reviews
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...-saved-my-relationship.html?highlight=Hog+mod
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...s-great-mod-modern-art.html?highlight=Hog+mod


If you currently own a Hog, please feel free to share your pics in the Family photo album
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...how-us-your-hog.html?highlight=Hog+mod+photos




If you have any other questions please feel free to send me a PM.

 

[trouble2k]

Happy Saturday for ME

Your item arrived at 7:36 am on October 08, 2011 in BILLINGS, MT 59101. The Postal Service expects to deliver the item on Saturday, October 8, 2011.

 

[old hippy]

OMG_ that is gorgeous !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Try buying some amboyna burl like this one I just bought.

 

[coffm0]

Ok Mike is not playing fair. I actually PM him about Kingwood and Cocobolo before I ever got "streaker". Mike please let us know on these 2.

 

[coffm0]

Now I gotta go look and see about sandalwood Burl for end caps. Anyone know what size pieces of wood he needs for end caps and bodies?

 

[BiancaMontgomery]

I'm not mad at it.

 

[coffm0]

I'm thinking Kingwood body with Cocobolo inlays would look nice. Anyone ever seen one made like that? I'm curious what they look like together one is dark and grainy one is orangish and grainy. What to do what to do.

 

[Slot-Tech]

I think that would look good coffm0
I'm thinking If I can have a Kingwood body..I'll go real dark ends and Inlay or real light..
I'm going to try to stay away from too much grain in my ends and Inlay to keep the Kingwood prominent.