Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori Series 001) with TGW
Posted: Fri Mar 31, 2023 10:04 am
Early passes. Printer still dialing in the press. Also Still needs embossing.
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Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Fri Mar 31, 2023 11:26 am
Ok, I'm now in. That blue/gold on the black tuck is exquisite. I'm not thrilled about getting pushed into a coin though as I'm not a coin collector. I see how it adds to the overall presentation, but I'm here for the cards.
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Thu Apr 13, 2023 12:02 pm
Some new shots
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Thu Apr 13, 2023 1:26 pm
Tuck protos finished! Product photography and video next!
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Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Thu Apr 13, 2023 1:32 pm
How do I get on the email list when all these decks go live to pre-order?
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Thu Apr 13, 2023 2:06 pm
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Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Thu Apr 13, 2023 2:11 pm
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Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Fri Apr 21, 2023 4:58 pm
Complete prototypes. Off to photographer.
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Fri Apr 21, 2023 5:08 pm
Is there a release date yet?
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Fri Apr 21, 2023 5:16 pm
I don't know if it's just me, but the coin and box feel unnecessary. I suppose I have a stronger reaction when such items are presented as mandatory.
The decks are looking phenomenal. Looking forward to these.
I'll probably get a coin holder and stand and display that separately from the decks itself, with a coinless lid. Sherman's great at stuff like that.
Ultimately, if it's $100 for two decks, a coin, and box and $90 for just the two decks, it gives me no choice but to say yes to it all.
The decks are looking phenomenal. Looking forward to these.
I'll probably get a coin holder and stand and display that separately from the decks itself, with a coinless lid. Sherman's great at stuff like that.
Ultimately, if it's $100 for two decks, a coin, and box and $90 for just the two decks, it gives me no choice but to say yes to it all.
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Fri Apr 21, 2023 5:34 pm
IMO it definitely gives the whole series a more premium feel if they always come in a nice display box 
I'm assuming the cases are by Carat Case Creations?
I'm assuming the cases are by Carat Case Creations?Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Fri Apr 21, 2023 5:44 pm
I think I'll come around to it more once we get these sets in our hands and have the CAP series on display. I'm mostly reacting to the industry as a whole trying to box everything up in some way. I get the intention of luxury with these but still prefer choice. It prices many people out unfortunately.
Yeah, Sherman is making these! He already had the template from Botanica, which I'm sure was really helpful. I'd have to look back but he had called it a Carat W2 or something of the sort. Perhaps it was used in other campaigns too?
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Fri Apr 21, 2023 5:54 pm
Maybe it's because I was a numismatic back in the days but those "coins" presented in card projects feel like cheap, gaudy, souvenir quality medallions. The kinda crap only tourists buy.
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Fri Apr 21, 2023 6:19 pm
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Fri Apr 21, 2023 6:22 pm
Indeed CCC is making the cases. Remember they have a series numeration and branding on the back. This one will say “CAP signature series 001”
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Mon Apr 24, 2023 12:03 pm
Also a bit of a coin-geek and pass on most - that sheep token from noir was super, as were a few others - the less detail, the less relief, the shinier, the less I am interested
The Osiris and Anubis coins are tops as well
And don’t let placement on the rack fool you - the front row is my least favorite - I just stuck all the different ones I had that fit in - and thats how it worked out mostly due to height
The Osiris and Anubis coins are tops as well
And don’t let placement on the rack fool you - the front row is my least favorite - I just stuck all the different ones I had that fit in - and thats how it worked out mostly due to height
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Mon Apr 24, 2023 1:53 pm
The box with the coin insert reminds me a bit of the one Randy did way, way back with his Rome campaign. I guess even earlier, Lorenzo did it. I am sure others did as well.
It was fun going back and scrolling through my early Kickstarter campaign list...sigh.
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Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Mon Apr 24, 2023 2:15 pm
Don't get me started on coins! I have a ton, at one point I considered to start a coins thread but I wasn't happy with how the photos came out. I probably have well over 60 coins from different playing card campaigns. I agree that I don't like shiny coins, they don't present as well. Randy Butterfield has done some great coins, the ones he did for the Ornates are some of my favourites! I tend to prefer hard enamel over soft enamel over metal only, although Lorenzo's coins always manage to blow me away.GandalfPC wrote: ↑Mon Apr 24, 2023 12:03 pm Also a bit of a coin-geek and pass on most - that sheep token from noir was super, as were a few others - the less detail, the less relief, the shinier, the less I am interested
The Osiris and Anubis coins are tops as well
And don’t let placement on the rack fool you - the front row is my least favorite - I just stuck all the different ones I had that fit in - and thats how it worked out mostly due to height
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Mon Apr 24, 2023 2:21 pm
This is my favourite box that incorporated a "coin".Bradius wrote: ↑Mon Apr 24, 2023 1:53 pm The box with the coin insert reminds me a bit of the one Randy did way, way back with his Rome campaign. I guess even earlier, Lorenzo did it. I am sure others did as well.
It was fun going back and scrolling through my early Kickstarter campaign list...sigh.
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Mon Apr 24, 2023 5:03 pm
We are contemplating whether or not to do a wash on goldsmith coin for final release. We have some internal conflicts: for one the shiny gold matches the gilding and the coin represented on the card backs and deck. The antique finish does make for much more contrast. See a version below in antique copper. We would of course do antique gold. It’s either that or the 24k gold plate. Which for marketing purposes sounds more prestige. Because it is. It’s more expensive. Open to thoughts.
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Mon Apr 24, 2023 6:17 pm
The character of the back of the temptest coin works best for me along with the reverse of the copper coin
Mirror finish might work if it were for the background and the foreground were frosted, perhaps (proof or reverse proof)
Mirror finish might work if it were for the background and the foreground were frosted, perhaps (proof or reverse proof)
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Mon Apr 24, 2023 6:25 pm
Hmmm. Indeed. But I don’t think the factory I use has that capability. I will inquire.
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Tue Apr 25, 2023 3:11 am
Personally the shiny version is exactly what I don't like to see in a coin. Antique seems much more pleasing to my eye.
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Tue Apr 25, 2023 8:29 am
copper is always a hit for me and i agree on the coin not being shiny. i dont get many coins or metal cards but i do have a few.
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Wed Apr 26, 2023 1:55 am
The gold plated coin being completely uniform in its finish ironically makes it look a little cheaper than the antique coin. It looks a bit more like an arcade token than a coin. Plus the back of the coin in antique copper looks absolutely stunning.
Mirror finish often doesn’t photograph too well though so the 24k gold may look better in person.
Mirror finish often doesn’t photograph too well though so the 24k gold may look better in person.
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Wed Apr 26, 2023 9:15 am
+1 for not all shiny. The proof or reverse proof would be perfect if possible.
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Wed Apr 26, 2023 2:34 pm
I've been told by my manufacturer that the matte/shiny combo is indeed possible although it will require a new mold. I'm awaiting a quote.
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Wed Apr 26, 2023 9:05 pm
Don't have many coins, but the ones I do have, I've always preferred the non-shiny ones. So it'll be the Antique finish for me. It goes well with the box and the theme overall.
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Wed Apr 26, 2023 11:32 pm
May 23rd 2023 12pm Noon ET!
Are you ready? The Goldsmith, designed by @kevincantrellstudio and produced by TGW, is the first deck in a new signature series. With new pre-orders launched every three months. The pre-orders for Goldsmith will be launching May 23rd on TheGentlemanWake.com
This CAP series is very much the equivalent of a top tier subscription to your favorite card designers and will yield commensurate rewards. The first set includes two foil and gilded decks in premium tuck cases with a 24k plated coin and a branded walnut carat case. With tuck boxes printed by @studiopression and cards printed by @cartamundicards.
Re: The Goldsmith by Kevin Cantrell (Cantrell A Priori) with TGW
Posted: Thu Apr 27, 2023 11:33 am
I paid for a new mold on the coin that will apply a matte finish to the raised elements.