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Get a grip on your camera lens cap with this simple and sleek lens cap holder -- the Cap Gorilla.

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  • Prevent lost or misplaced lens caps.
  • Save time -- always knowing where your lens cap is.
  • Simple installation on your camera strap.
  • Holds any size lens cap.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING!

"The Cap Gorilla is a must-have for every photographer!” Alex Schult, president, PhotographyTalk.com

"The Cap Gorilla Keeps Up with Your Lens Caps" The-Gadgeteer.com

OUR STORY:

Camera lens caps are easy to lose. When you do find a place for it, it’s an inconvenience – swaying from your camera and shifting your shot, uncomfortably bulging from your pants’ pocket, left on a table, forgotten in a jacket, or never to be seen again.

Introducing the newest and most versatile lens cap holder, the Cap Gorilla -- it holds on your lens cap and won't let go!

HOW TOUGH IT IS!

WHAT IS A CAP GORILLA?

A simple, sleek, strong, camera lens cap holder that works with any brand lens cap up to 100mm.

Cap Gorilla AL prototype photo
Cap Gorilla AL prototype photo

HOW DOES CAP GORILLA WORK?

Cap Gorilla attaches to your camera strap where it is close-at-hand. It uses a super strong, stretchy, and gripping silicone band to firmly hold your camera lens cap or other photo accessories right where you want it.

Cap Gorilla is:

  • old any size lens cap
  • Easy to use
  • Lightweight
  • Sleek and low-profile
  • Hold up to use and abuse
Cap Gorilla Concept
Cap Gorilla Concept

Cap Gorilla has proven to be a simple solution that works effortlessly.  It serves to eliminates the headache of misplacing or replacing a lost lens cap.  Not that doing so will break the bank, but time lost is opportunity lost. Who wants to miss out on opportunity?

WHY CAP GORILLA DEPENDS ON YOU!

Know the feeling when you snap a photo at just the right moment. That is how designing and prototyping the Cap Gorilla has felt. To get to this point has taken over a year of steady work and hundreds of hours to go from a hand-drawn sketch to a final design.

Your funding will make it possible to:

  • Produce injection molds. The Cap Gorilla and Cap Gorilla PRO will be made from high strength thermoplastics. The cost of producing the molds is $6,000.00
  • Manufacture in bulk. Unit prices are much cheaper the larger the order.  To order just one unit is just under $100.00 each. To order 1,000's of units dramatically lowers the price.
  • Custom order the silicone elastic bands. The Cap Gorilla uses a special silicone rubber band.  You can't buy 10 of these at the local superstore. The minimum order is 500 pieces and requires a custom mold.

With your support Cap Gorilla will be more than just a concept and a prototype -- it will become a reality!

THREE MODELS TO CHOOSE FROM

As simple as the Cap Gorilla is we have come up with three variations:

  • Cap Gorilla - You can't beat the original. This model works for lens caps up to 65 mm in diameter. Suitable for most entry to mid-level SLR and DSLR cameras.
  • Cap Gorilla PRO - Bigger lenses have bigger lens caps. The PRO version will easily hold lens caps up to 100 mm.
  • Cap Gorilla PRO AL - For super heroes, dare devils, and anyone who wants their gear to be bulletproof. The PRO AL version is machined from 6061 extruded aluminum and will hold up to the toughest locations and withstand endless abuse.

READY. SET. GO!

We are ready to launch into action and start mass producing Cap Gorillas with your funding help.  We hope the idea sparks your interest and invite you to support the project.

THANKS!

FAQ

  • Getting rewards in your hands is our top priority! If funding is successful all injection molded Cap Gorillas will be shipped around Mid-September. The PRO AL models require extra machine time.  We will start shipping them as each one is completed. All PRO AL models will ship on or before the first week in October.

    Last updated: Wednesday Aug 8, 11:11pm EDT
  • Cap Gorilla is being manufactured just outside of Baltimore, MD.

    Last updated: Wednesday Aug 8, 11:13pm EDT
156
Backers
$3,549
pledged of $8,400 goal

Funding Canceled Funding for this project was canceled by the project creator on September 7, 2012.

Funding period
Aug 8, 2012 - Sep 7, 2012

  • Pledge $5 or more

    4 backers

    Many THANKS to the KICKSTARTER COMMUNITY for being a home for this project. Whether you own a SLR camera or not we wanted to show you we care! You will receive a three pack of the limited edition,super strong, and super stretchy Cap Gorilla silicone bands. Whether you want to make the ultimate rubber band gun or use it as bookmark that will never fall out. ALL rewards will include the LIMITED EDITION special for Kickstarter version of the silicone band! **Int'l shipping please add $4**

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $10 or more

    20 backers All gone!

    PROMO TEAM - Cap Gorilla is new and we need help getting the word out. For being one of the first backers of the project You'll get one of our Cap Gorilla PRO AL models ($25.00 value)! In exchange for hooking you up with the product below our cost of making it we ask that you tweet, like, share, and do all that you can to help spread the word about Cap Gorilla. ** Int'l shipping please add $4**

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $15 or more

    64 backers

    CAP GORILLA - This is the injection molded lens cap clencher that will hold any brand or size lens cap up to 65mm. When there is no need to go bigger this one gets the job done. **Int'l shipping please add $4**

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $17 or more

    23 backers

    CAP GORILLA PRO - There are big lenses out there with big lens caps. These are the lens caps that make it awkward to walk with them in your pocket. The 'Pro' model is for lens caps up to 100mm or folks who just want the biggest of everything. **Int'l shipping please add $4**

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $25 or more

    21 backers

    CAP GORILLA PRO AL - This is the lens cap holder for fighter pilots, safari guides, and super heroes, or those who like the biggest and best of everything. It is machined from 6061 Aluminum and anodize hardened in the color jet black for stealth and ruggedness. Guaranteed to survive being slammed in a car door or dropped from a 10-story building. (Not responsible for cameras dropped from 10-story buildings or damage to property below.) **Int'l shipping please add $4**

    Estimated delivery: Oct 2012
  • Pledge $30 or more

    7 backers

    CAP GORILLA PRO AL + COLOR ANODIZED in your choice of color: clear, yellow, blue, or red **Int'l shipping please add $4**

    Estimated delivery: Oct 2012
  • Pledge $50 or more

    8 backers Limited (42 of 50 left)

    LIMITED EDITION CAP GORILLA PRO AL anodized BRIGHT GREEN and laser etched with the “I’m a backer” badge PLUS one CAP GORILLA PRO for a friend. **Int'l shipping please add $4**

    Estimated delivery: Oct 2012
  • Pledge $60 or more

    0 backers

    FAMILY PACK - Get (5) five Cap Gorilla's that you can share with your family and friends.**Int'l shipping please add $9**

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $70 or more

    3 backers

    FAMILY PACK PRO - Get (5) five Cap Gorilla Pros that you can share with your family and friends.**Int'l shipping please add $9**

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $100 or more

    1 backer Limited (1 of 2 left)

    PROTOTYPE + LIMITED EDITION Cap Gorilla - You will receive one of the original Polyjet -or- PRO AL aluminum prototypes; and wait, there's more! You will also receive a print of the original concept sketch of the Cap Gorilla.

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $199 or more

    1 backer All gone!

    NUMERO UNO - This is for the very first Cap Gorilla, Cap Gorilla Pro and Cap Gorilla Pro AL ever produced.

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012