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Post by Cole S. on Jan 10, 2017 14:18:19 GMT -5
Kicking off 2017 with Habitat finally producing something again. Was definitely recently NIB, but I think someone took it out and then donated it based on how the accessories (including the choke control) were atypically bagged up. It's in nearly perfect condition still, just some minor blemishes here and there. Runs decently, of course the included control produces speeds that are way too fast but I demonstrated with it since it was included. I think I have what, one or two of these under various labels already, but honestly Evergo spinners are among the fans that I feel you can never have too many of.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 10, 2017 15:19:56 GMT -5
OH LOOK A TWIRLYBUG!!! (john reed calls them that) lol
i'm glad you still got the one i gave you
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Post by Cole S. on Jan 10, 2017 20:48:28 GMT -5
Okay people, big reveal time here. Look again if you think it's 'just a Mission'. This is, in fact, the very first Mission that ever was. It is the first prototype to ever come off tooling and is ABSOLUTELY one-of-a-kind. As many of you know, I've talked with former Casablanca/Hunter designer James Thomas (currently of Progress Lighting) on an occasion or two. He designed the Mission from scratch, and has been so taken aback by my interest in fans, particularly in those that he had a hand in designing, that he wanted to put this piece of history he'd been hanging onto safely into my hands. You'll note that the housing varies slightly from the production model, but most notably the light is made from individually soldered pieces of art glass, as opposed to the uniform sheets production models use. This has been in the works for over six months, the video and my other social media posts will not be up for a few more days, but I literally could not wait another minute to show this amazing piece. It's been so hard to contain my excitement, and I'm still pinching myself over this one. It's a real dream to have a prototype from the man who designed it himself.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 10, 2017 21:23:44 GMT -5
LIKE!! now time to get the cathay(spelling?)model
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Post by Parkman on Jan 10, 2017 22:03:22 GMT -5
Wow! I love the glass on it and the whole blending of colors!
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Post by Cole S. on Jan 10, 2017 22:37:01 GMT -5
LIKE!! now time to get the cathay(spelling?)model I have a Cathay! www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-fJhVuFRzgWow! I love the glass on it and the whole blending of colors! Yes. The glass is stunning, I wish the multicolor had made it to production but that assuredly would've driven the cost up infinitely. I also really love the rawness of this finish, I guess you'd call it closest to bronze patina but it too is one of a kind.
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Post by fancollector12 on Jan 11, 2017 0:26:11 GMT -5
Cool fan and so cool to own a piece of history!!! Is it IT?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 11, 2017 8:23:32 GMT -5
Loooooove it !!!!!!! are you planning to install it somewhere in the new house ? large living room in front would be a very good place (if you ever want to install it)
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Post by Jared H. on Jan 11, 2017 9:49:37 GMT -5
Cole....like I said on Facebook... I'm coming for you. And don't be surprised if it *mysteriously vanishes*.
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Post by Obi-Wan Canopy on Jan 11, 2017 12:22:24 GMT -5
I like it better than the actual Mission, which I never really liked. You ever want to hang it in the museum, let Tom or I know. Okay people, big reveal time here. Look again if you think it's 'just a Mission'. This is, in fact, the very first Mission that ever was. It is the first prototype to ever come off tooling and is ABSOLUTELY one-of-a-kind. As many of you know, I've talked with former Casablanca/Hunter designer James Thomas (currently of Progress Lighting) on an occasion or two. He designed the Mission from scratch, and has been so taken aback by my interest in fans, particularly in those that he had a hand in designing, that he wanted to put this piece of history he'd been hanging onto safely into my hands. You'll note that the housing varies slightly from the production model, but most notably the light is made from individually soldered pieces of art glass, as opposed to the uniform sheets production models use. This has been in the works for over six months, the video and my other social media posts will not be up for a few more days, but I literally could not wait another minute to show this amazing piece. It's been so hard to contain my excitement, and I'm still pinching myself over this one. It's a real dream to have a prototype from the man who designed it himself.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 11, 2017 12:40:57 GMT -5
Cole....like I said on Facebook... I'm coming for you. And don't be surprised if it *mysteriously vanishes*. i hope you are just joking
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Post by Cole S. on Jan 11, 2017 13:27:34 GMT -5
Cool fan and so cool to own a piece of history!!! Is it IT? It is IT, yes. Loooooove it !!!!!!! are you planning to install it somewhere in the new house ? large living room in front would be a very good place (if you ever want to install it) I've debated on installing it ever since he first offered it to me, I'm not entirely sure. I agree it would honestly look awesome by the front door in the living room, however I had a more cohesive plan to tie the room together more with different fans. I like it better than the actual Mission, which I never really liked. You ever want to hang it in the museum, let Tom or I know. Wish the multicolored glass had made it to production. The museum is certainly the only other home I'd consider for it at this point.
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Post by Farah on Jan 11, 2017 17:54:15 GMT -5
Nice fans! What year did that fan with the light motor was made?
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Post by Cole S. on Jan 12, 2017 18:35:46 GMT -5
Nice fans! What year did that fan with the light motor was made? The Mission was introduced in 1998, so I would assume this one was probably assembled sometime in early 1997.
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Post by Drew K. on Jan 12, 2017 20:00:37 GMT -5
That Mission is amazing, I agree with everyone else that the green glass accents really makes the shade pop.
Makes you wonder where other prototypes might be hiding, especially ones that didn't make production.
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