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Tom Nickell + DeluxGear

Lexington, KY

I'm a native Kentuckian who loves to start businesses. DeluxGear is the creation of Mike and Sandy Dowell, who for years now have leveraged their experience as photographers and inventors to hatch ideas for accessories to take the pain and worry out o... view more

  1. on May 10
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    Tom Nickell + DeluxGear
    commented on a project update

    Hi Rod, Please do not be alarmed. We announced that small, medium and large Lens Guards were shipped to those who ordered only smaller sizes. The additional sizes are being prepared for shipment on Friday the 18th. We wanted to ship your order in its entirety to avoid confusion. We will notify all supporters when their orders ship. Thank you again for generously supporting our campaign. If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask. Regards, Michael Dowell Co-Owner of DeluxGear
  2. on April 29
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    Tom Nickell + DeluxGear
    Posted project update #13

    Sponsor page is live

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        Rod Wilson on May 8

        I have not received my order and you indicated that orders have been shipped out. Can you verify my order and when I might expect to receive it. Thank you.

        Rod Wilson

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        Tom Nickell + DeluxGear on May 10

        Hi Rod,
        Please do not be alarmed. We announced that small, medium and large Lens Guards were shipped to those who ordered only smaller sizes. The additional sizes are being prepared for shipment on Friday the 18th. We wanted to ship your order in its entirety to avoid confusion. We will notify all supporters when their orders ship. Thank you again for generously supporting our campaign. If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask.
        Regards,
        Michael Dowell
        Co-Owner of DeluxGear


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  3. on April 25
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    Tom Nickell + DeluxGear
    Posted project update #12

    Getting close to assembly of your new Lens Guards

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  4. on March 6
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    Tom Nickell + DeluxGear
    Posted project update #11

    We're funded. Thank you!!

    To all our backers, you each helped us reach our funding goal and we just want to say a big "Thank You!!"

    We're already busy working on the molds for our new Lens Guards.  We'll send updates as we get closer to having your Guard or Bumper ready to ship.

    Over the next few days, we'll also be contacting most of you individually to be sure we're clear on exactly what reward you should receive.

    And again, thanks for helping us. We couldn't have gotten to this point without you.

    - The DeluxGear Team

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  5. on March 4
    Funded!

    Protection for Nikon DX VR, Canon IS, and Sigma DG Lenses by Tom Nickell + DeluxGear

    DSLR lenses can get damaged in normal use. We will produce 3 sizes of Lens Guards and Lens Bumpers, to protect your lens investment.

    • 103% funded $8,260 pledged
    • 58 backers
    • Funded Mar 04, 2012
  6. on March 2
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    Tom Nickell + DeluxGear
    Posted project update #10

    The Home Stretch

    We're nearing the last two days to back our Kickstarter project. And we're at 92% of funding.  We're going to make it!

    But, though you are already a supporter, we can still use your help.  If you know of anyone who has been considering pledging, please remind them that now's the time!

    Thank you!!!

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  7. on February 28
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    Tom Nickell + DeluxGear
    Posted project update #9

    New, updated sizing chart

    Not sure what size Lens Guard or Lens Bumper you need? We've just updated the "fit chart" to add 1) sizes you need if you're using your lens hood (sunshade) and 2) new lenses that came out in 2011.  Plus, we've incorporated all the work that's been underway to finalize the dimensions of the new Lens Guards.  

    Check out the sizing chart at www.deluxgear.com/lens-guard-lens-compatibility

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  8. on February 27
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    Corey, Let's make it easier (and less expensive!). For what you want, simply select 1) the $25 pledge for the Large Bumper, and 2) the $80 pledge for the Jumbo and XL Lens Guards. Does that make sense? Sorry about the confusion. The $150 level is to get a good deal on 3 of the largest Lens Guards, like a couple of Jumbos and an XX-L. - Tom
  9. on February 27
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    Tom Nickell + DeluxGear
    Posted project update #8

    80%, and heading to 100%

    We set a goal of hitting 80% of our funding goal this weekend, and got it.  

    "Thank you" to Eric C, Robin, Eric S, Leslie, Marty, Yee Xian Kai, Steve, and Björn for pushing us past that goal.

    Now... 6 days to hit 100%.  How soon can we reach it?  If you have any friends that have been thinking about jumping in, let them know that now is the time!  The project closes at midnight (eastern US time) on Sunday, March 4.

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  10. on February 23
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    Tom Nickell + DeluxGear
    Posted project update #7

    We've hit 60%!

    Just want to say "thank you!" to every one of our backers.  

    And with this update, we especially want to give a big "shout out" to our most recent backers, who pushed us to 25% of our funding goal, then 50% and beyond -- including David, Lou, Avi, Erik, Pat, Ronjon, Clyde, Betsy, Lou, Bruce, Gemma, Jeff, Barry, and Julie.

    10 days left.... can we hit 80% this weekend?

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