I love the concept from both sides. The only real problem I have is that the costs of materials involved with the D.I.Y version easily exceeds the costs of the actual ghostblind itself. The reason is because Ghostblind buys their materials in bulk which dramatically lowers the costs.
Do they not have a patent on their blind? By the way, their idea is not a new one - I saw mirrored blinds a couple decades ago. You can buy 4 ft by 8ft fluted polypropylene for about $20. Lighter and more rigid - same material "that company" uses. FYI - I'm okay with the deer running into my blind. Whack. ;)
I've been trying to convince my husband to let me build one. He's skeptical that it'll be as good. (He doesn't want to spend on the original either of course). Could you put this on some white painted paneling to be cheaper? Sure it won't be as smooth... and won't be as water resistant either, but...
I would love to build one, but it looks like the commercial product is cheaper then all the material and time it would take to build this. How much did it cost you to male this? Is there a cheap source for plexiglass?
Thank for this video....but I have to ask how your mirror blind has held up? The reason I ask is that my box of Gila mirror window film says not to use on plastic or plexiglass.
you can pick up all the materials on ebay. Corrugated plastic for sign making is light, Strong, easy to cut, weather proof & sold Corrugated Plastic White Sign Blank 36" x 24" (25 pack) you can cut these in half 16" $50... Long-Life Silver Chrome Sign Vinyl 15" x 30 Feet for about $40. you can prob make 2-3 of them with 30 feet. I HATE the fact that there robbing people with the INSANE price!!! SCREW UM! MAKE UR OWN! Make 3-4 of them for $100.00 I already made 3 of them!!!
How much do the materials cost? Thanks in advance and great vid. Thinking about doin this for this upcoming season I just have to know for sure It's worth the trouble to build instead of going out and buying one
Quick q? Was plexi glass the lightest material you found or can think of. Some reviews are saying its not good with wind. I want to make one but want a sturdy and light material that can withstand winds but still light enough to carry around. Great vid btw. Your gonna make casper blinds go nuts haha.
My friends and I are thinking about trying to build a fun-house mirror maze. I'm thinking this process would be no different from what you're doing. I'm looking at using large cardboard sheets from refrigerator boxes - think two-plys of cardboard per mirror (2 mirrors per refrigerator box). This will be in an area not too well lit and also using some Day-Glo paint and black light along with some LED lighting strips. How much did you pay for the rolls? What size do the rolls come in?
Nice video! I have one problem, why are you comparing your do-it-yourself blind with a $500 blind? I saw the brand name commercial blind at Cabela's for $239.
That is Fucking Sick man... just getting into bowhunting and am definately gonna try this for bow and gun hunting. Where did you get that privacy window stuff? At Lowes or home depot? Great series man... been watching some of your videos about the DIY stuff and FOBs and they are all just awesome man... Keep it up.
I've been pricing out the materials, both online and at Lowes, Home Depot, etc.. Best price I've found plexiglass for is around $130 (4 sheets 24" x 48"). The Gila mirror window tint for around $18 per 24" x 6.5' roll(needing at least 3 rolls). This gets to be around $190 before the little hinges and misc. things needed. I'd like to make one but at that price I think I'll pay the $250 for the actual "CASPER BLIND". If anyone knows where I can do this cheaper please let me know.
I'm curious about cost of plexiglass and an alternative material as well. I tried a test piece of wood last year with mylar, didn't quite come out too well, kinda ripply. I just looked up pricing for a 4x8 1/4 inch plexiglass (polycarbonate) and its around $225. Add the mirror tint material, glue, stakes, cord. etc and it seems like it adds up to be worth just buying the manufactured blind. Has anybody tried other sheet materials with COMPLETE success?
I love the concept from both sides. The only real problem I have is that the costs of materials involved with the D.I.Y version easily exceeds the costs of the actual ghostblind itself. The reason is because Ghostblind buys their materials in bulk which dramatically lowers the costs.
I made one for $55. Mossy Oak makes a panel board 4X8 for $20, so no backing! Thanks for the idea.
this MIGHT be the best DIY project for hunters I've seen yet!
Awesome calender man!
Cool deal I saw this on TV and had a lot of questions about it Because the sun is only to my back for a short time usually
Great tutorial and a great job!!!
Do they not have a patent on their blind? By the way, their idea is not a new one - I saw mirrored blinds a couple decades ago. You can buy 4 ft by 8ft fluted polypropylene for about $20. Lighter and more rigid - same material "that company" uses. FYI - I'm okay with the deer running into my blind. Whack. ;)
I really appreciate this thanks
You made this years ago. How much have you used it? How has it stood up to being used?? What would you do differently???
I've been trying to convince my husband to let me build one. He's skeptical that it'll be as good. (He doesn't want to spend on the original either of course). Could you put this on some white painted paneling to be cheaper? Sure it won't be as smooth... and won't be as water resistant either, but...
I would love to build one, but it looks like the commercial product is cheaper then all the material and time it would take to build this. How much did it cost you to male this? Is there a cheap source for plexiglass?
I only paid 209 for the ghostblind runner deluxe set it comes with a seat and carry bag and the bling straps on to it
You crack me up brother. Love the videos.
Thank for this video....but I have to ask how your mirror blind has held up? The reason I ask is that my box of Gila mirror window film says not to use on plastic or plexiglass.
nice, I cant wait for the next part
you can pick up all the materials on ebay. Corrugated plastic for sign making is light, Strong, easy to cut, weather proof & sold Corrugated Plastic White Sign Blank 36" x 24" (25 pack) you can cut these in half 16" $50... Long-Life Silver Chrome Sign Vinyl 15" x 30 Feet for about $40. you can prob make 2-3 of them with 30 feet.
I HATE the fact that there robbing people with the INSANE price!!! SCREW UM! MAKE UR OWN! Make 3-4 of them for $100.00 I already made 3 of them!!!
When is part 2 coming out? I like what you are doing keep it up.
first off thanks for all the great videos second can you use plywood or plastic cutting board material instead of plexi glass?
Hey dude, great job as always. When is part two coming out?
i like your calender!!!
How much do the materials cost?
Thanks in advance and great vid. Thinking about doin this for this upcoming season I just have to know for sure It's worth the trouble to build instead of going out and buying one
i love that calender where can i get one
Woah! $300 bucks! Where is my manic beans
Quick q? Was plexi glass the lightest material you found or can think of. Some reviews are saying its not good with wind. I want to make one but want a sturdy and light material that can withstand winds but still light enough to carry around. Great vid btw. Your gonna make casper blinds go nuts haha.
My friends and I are thinking about trying to build a fun-house mirror maze. I'm thinking this process would be no different from what you're doing. I'm looking at using large cardboard sheets from refrigerator boxes - think two-plys of cardboard per mirror (2 mirrors per refrigerator box). This will be in an area not too well lit and also using some Day-Glo paint and black light along with some LED lighting strips. How much did you pay for the rolls? What size do the rolls come in?
nice calendar
men you are the best.thanks for the video
What's the plexiglass thickness and what does a 4x8 sheet cost?
Nice video! I have one problem, why are you comparing your do-it-yourself blind with a $500 blind? I saw the brand name commercial blind at Cabela's for $239.
Whoa...calanderrrR!
great i started to cut did all but you never should the other cut thats not the shape after the 45 degre cut it looks diff
How much did this design weigh at the end?
NOTE: Ghostblind just released the GhostBlind Runner (6 panel blind) Price: $159.95 FYI.
That is Fucking Sick man... just getting into bowhunting and am definately gonna try this for bow and gun hunting. Where did you get that privacy window stuff? At Lowes or home depot? Great series man... been watching some of your videos about the DIY stuff and FOBs and they are all just awesome man... Keep it up.
I've been pricing out the materials, both online and at Lowes, Home Depot, etc.. Best price I've found plexiglass for is around $130 (4 sheets 24" x 48"). The Gila mirror window tint for around $18 per 24" x 6.5' roll(needing at least 3 rolls). This gets to be around $190 before the little hinges and misc. things needed. I'd like to make one but at that price I think I'll pay the $250 for the actual "CASPER BLIND". If anyone knows where I can do this cheaper please let me know.
Just curious. Whats the total thing weigh?
Where can I buy the mirror paper
I'm curious about cost of plexiglass and an alternative material as well. I tried a test piece of wood last year with mylar, didn't quite come out too well, kinda ripply. I just looked up pricing for a 4x8 1/4 inch plexiglass (polycarbonate) and its around $225. Add the mirror tint material, glue, stakes, cord. etc and it seems like it adds up to be worth just buying the manufactured blind. Has anybody tried other sheet materials with COMPLETE success?
How about a DIY for lighted nocks brother ...
thats some funny shit casper
what type of tint are you using?
What the size of plexiglass
lol...i was on "Casper's" website...hahaha
How much did it cost to build this blind?
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Ghost blinds
does anybody actually use a mirrored blind? i want one but i just dont see anybody on youtube or any pros actually use one? do they work??
Why plexi. Why not something lighter???
where ir part 2?
42 THUMBS DOWN FROM PEOPLE WHO SPENT A SMALL FORTUNE ON THE G. BLIND!
there ghost blinds
you go trouble of building this then hide it in tall grass defeats the purpose
Dude you literally put it into the weeds you pretty much defeated the purpose of this blind. You dont have to put it behind anything
2 foot in diameter...haha.