Project update February 27: Final stretch!
Weekly Update on Project Progress
Shipping Date Confirmation:
- Box Production Completion: The production of the boxes is confirmed to finish on March 11th.
- Shipping to the Netherlands: The boxes will be shipped to the Netherlands, with an estimated transit time of 6 to 16 days. Consequently, the latest expected date to dispatch all pre-orders, including both kits and fully assembled versions, is March 27th.
- 3D Files and Instructions: On the same date, March 27th, all pre-ordered 3D files will be made available for download. Customers who pre-ordered will receive an email notification to access the files.
Assembly Instructions:
- Completion and Availability: The assembly instructions are now 100% complete, thanks to valuable feedback from volunteers who reviewed the initial drafts.
- Supplementary YouTube Video: A video of me assembling a full golden snitch has been uploaded to YouTube (link included in the instructions). This video is intended as a supplementary guide to the written instructions.
Sourcing Components:
- Manufacturer Updates: I have switched some component manufacturers to enhance delivery times. For example, the new battery supplier has reduced delivery time from 2 months to just 2 weeks.
YouTube Video Production:
- Current Status: I am currently producing a comprehensive YouTube video that covers the entire development cycle of the Snitch.
Give-away Announcement:
- A give-away will be held on both YouTube and Instagram, free for anyone to enter. Details on how to participate will be determined at a later date, I will give-away 1 full kit (parts + 3D files) and 1 fully assembled snitch on both platforms.
Project Status Overview:
- Visual Update: A visual representation of the full process is provided (not shown here). Areas not highlighted in green are still in progress.
