Quote Originally Posted by Silver Serpent View Post
Ok, you can actually remove the c-clip. Pommel 3 is one of 3 pommels that don't take inserts (the other two are threaded for switches). The c-clip is one of the most commonly forgotten items for new builders, so it's one of the first things we look for in shopping lists. Unfortunately, pommel3 is a very popular pommel for new builders as well, and we don't always remember that it doesn't take an insert.

I didn't see anything wrong with your original blade supplies. You'd just need to assemble it yourself. Many of us do that, just don't use superglue with the clear blades. I've heard good things about Gorilla Glue, but Weld-on #3 or Weld-on #16 are ideal if you can get some. (So is chloroform, but you get funny looks when you try to buy it for personal use). Additionally, shipping is quicker if you build your own blades, as you don't have to wait for Tim to assemble them for you.

Good luck with your build! It's definitely gonna be long. The good news is that if you don't like the length, you can always remove some sections to make it shorter.
when you assemble you own... are you simply talking about glue the head on the blade?