Babolat stringing machines history - Page 5

Thiseas · 02-22-2010, 02:14 AM

I know it's a long shot but does anyone have the manual for this machine. A friend of mine found the 01 version and is determined to restore it.

Thiseas · 02-22-2010, 02:44 AM

here is a photo of the machine ( sorry for the quality)

origmarm · 02-22-2010, 02:48 AM

Thanks for the photo of the in***** of the Star ericsson, always wanted to take a look inside the housing but never dared open it up.

drakulie · 02-22-2010, 05:28 AM

Ericson, thanks for the update!! Great photos of the inside of the machine.

Thiseas, have you tried contacting Babolat?? They may be able to send you a PDF file of the manual for that machine.

drakulie · 02-23-2010, 05:27 PM

Had a lengthy conversation with Vahn over at Babolat today. He called to let me know my clamps are ready and he would be shipping them out today. While on the phone, he informed me that Babolat France advised they will soon stop making electronic parts for the Star 2 and 3, however, the 4 will still be ok. Once they run out of of parts for the 2 and 3, those with that machine will have to search high and low for electronics.

On a side note, he also told me they have been moving from one offie to another, and have been re-arranging a lot of stuff. Anyway, he stated they were going to be showcasing as many babolat machines they have in order to show a history of the machine. I thought that was pretty cool, being that is what Ericsson is doing here.

raging · 02-24-2010, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by drakulie

Had a lengthy conversation with Vahn over at Babolat today. He called to let me know my clamps are ready and he would be shipping them out today. While on the phone, he informed me that Babolat France advised they will soon stop making electronic parts for the Star 2 and 3, however, the 4 will still be ok. Once they run out of of parts for the 2 and 3, those with that machine will have to search high and low for electronics.

On a side note, he also told me they have been moving from one offie to another, and have been re-arranging a lot of stuff. Anyway, he stated they were going to be showcasing as many babolat machines they have in order to show a history of the machine. I thought that was pretty cool, being that is what Ericsson is doing here.

Sounds interesting with Babolat France news on star 2, 3, ..I have been watching various sites and asking lots of questions about used machines. Your Star 4 is looking pretty good.

Babolat UK will offer me a deal on the Star 5 and the unit looks great, I loved the colours , (despite the various problems with the clamps marking polys), my favourite machine on here so far. I am not sure my usage will justify it but it will look great in the backroom/office.

Make sure you get lots of photos when Babolat finish showcasing their machines, not as competition to Ericsson, but just to make this thread even better.

raging · 02-24-2010, 10:23 AM

My mistake, it was the Sensor on here!... I saw the Star 5 somewhere else, read Greg Raven's review of it...asked a few stringers a lot of dumb questions...

Mobility and weight is a big factor in favour of the Star 4, 5 , despite the obvious appeal of the sensor!

drakulie · 02-28-2010, 05:05 AM

Raging, good look with the purchase, and remember there are no dumb questions. Lot of posters on this and other forums more than willing to share info. The Sensor, as you stated is very heavy, and as a result a pain to carry around. While the Star 5 is not as heavy, it is still more cumbersome to lug around than a machine like the Star 4, which is relatively easy in comparison to lug around. Imagine what it would be like to carry around a Sensor Expert

ouch!

drakulie · 02-28-2010, 05:09 AM

While Ericsson is on vacation, thought I would contribute a few photos. This is a machine I found being sold on the fleabay France.

The Starring Dual. It also is being sold with what appears to be a very old babolat tool set. Notice the cam action clamps, as well as the starter clamps with only one spring.

drakulie · 03-05-2010, 06:17 AM

While Ericsson is still enjoying his time away form the boards, I'll try to keep this thread alive. I came across this machine on the net. It is definitely a much older machine, as it has the older Babolat Logo.

If anyone has any information on the name of this machine, please chime in.

EDIT: After looking at Ericssons first photos, this appears to be the "Babolat Exclusive", machine.

Standupnfall · 03-05-2010, 06:32 AM

I find it interesting that the Starring Dual has what appears to be a single fixed clamp

Keep 'em coming, this is my favorite thread

origmarm · 03-05-2010, 06:35 AM

Drakulie the array of awls in that picture is mind boggling. I can't begin to think what some of them are for.

Also they appear to have a really nice looking pig.

raging · 03-05-2010, 12:00 PM

I agree! Drak, where do you find these photos?
unbelievable history behind these machines.
the toolset on the starring dual looked in great condition.
thanks

ericsson · 03-05-2010, 11:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drakulie

While Ericsson is still enjoying his time away form the boards, I'll try to keep this thread alive. I came across this machine on the net. It is definitely a much older machine, as it has the older Babolat Logo.

If anyone has any information on the name of this machine, please chime in.

EDIT: After looking at Ericssons first photos, this appears to be the "Babolat Exclusive", machine.

Yes it is the Exclusive, i'm not on holiday, just very busy lately, i'll be back...

star 5 15 · 03-06-2010, 12:06 PM

i havent seen anyone put any pictures up of a Star 5 so I'll go take some pictures and post them. I've got to string a frame too so I'll take some pics of stringing too.

drakulie · 03-07-2010, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Standupnfall

I find it interesting that the Starring Dual has what appears to be a single fixed clamp

Keep 'em coming, this is my favorite thread

Yeah, the one clamp (mono) seem to be very popular in europe, and many of the stringers there consistently say they are very fast and smooth to string on. I would like a chance to string on one of these.

Quote:

Originally Posted by origmarm

Drakulie the array of awls in that picture is mind boggling. I can't begin to think what some of them are for.

Also they appear to have a really nice looking pig.

Quote:

Originally Posted by raging

I agree! Drak, where do you find these photos?
unbelievable history behind these machines.
the toolset on the starring dual looked in great condition.
thanks

Yup, many, MANY tools for craftsmen/artist such as ourselves.

I love seeing some of the older tools.

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Originally Posted by ericsson

Yes it is the Exclusive, i'm not on holiday, just very busy lately, i'll be back...

Look forward to more of your posts!.

Quote:

Originally Posted by star 5 15

i havent seen anyone put any pictures up of a Star 5 so I'll go take some pictures and post them. I've got to string a frame too so I'll take some pics of stringing too.

Nope. None so far! We are waiting for you to share some of the photos of your Super Star, Star 5!

origmarm · 03-08-2010, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by drakulie

Yup, many, MANY tools for craftsmen/artist such as ourselves.

I love seeing some of the older tools.

I love to see them also, I just wish I had a better understanding of what a lot of them are for. I barely use a regular awl at all, let alone an array of 8 different ones! There also appears to be a "hook" or two in there also that I can't fathom...

drakulie · 03-08-2010, 05:57 AM

^^^Yulitle has a "tool" guide in which he explains the use of many tools. That said, I think for the purposes being discussed here after looking at some of these tools, I could enlighten just a bit.

When I learned how to string, I was taught that the "hooks" you see in the photo are used for moving strings on the string bed, and also for hooking a string on the outside of the frame where one comes across a "blocked grommet". Both procedures which are very dangerous as some of these hooks are sharp, and can damage strings.

The different awls pictured have different lengths, shapes and diameters. Some may be grommet grinders. Some may be very thin at the tip, or thicker. Personally, I use a short awl, with a fairly rounded end.

I use the cam action to tie off, and sometimes to pull strings thru grommets. The are a great tool, that give great leverage, but one needs to be careful because they are very powerful.

Anyway, hope someone else whill chime in and give a little more detail.

drakulie · 03-08-2010, 03:18 PM

Went out to my friend, Gary's place to take a few photos and video of his 4002 machine. Thanks Gary! Much appreciated.

Quick video of the card being swiped on the computer:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pp8I1rLLin8

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02-22-2010, 05:28 AM	#85
drakulie Talk Tennis Guru Join Date: May 2004 Location: FT. Lauderdale, Florida Posts: 23,904	Ericson, thanks for the update!! Great photos of the inside of the machine. Thiseas, have you tried contacting Babolat?? They may be able to send you a PDF file of the manual for that machine. __________________ Head Stringer @ the LTC, Babolat Star 4 Stringer http://www.youtube.com/user/drakulie

02-23-2010, 05:27 PM	#86
drakulie Talk Tennis Guru Join Date: May 2004 Location: FT. Lauderdale, Florida Posts: 23,904	Had a lengthy conversation with Vahn over at Babolat today. He called to let me know my clamps are ready and he would be shipping them out today. While on the phone, he informed me that Babolat France advised they will soon stop making electronic parts for the Star 2 and 3, however, the 4 will still be ok. Once they run out of of parts for the 2 and 3, those with that machine will have to search high and low for electronics. On a side note, he also told me they have been moving from one offie to another, and have been re-arranging a lot of stuff. Anyway, he stated they were going to be showcasing as many babolat machines they have in order to show a history of the machine. I thought that was pretty cool, being that is what Ericsson is doing here. __________________ Head Stringer @ the LTC, Babolat Star 4 Stringer http://www.youtube.com/user/drakulie

02-28-2010, 05:05 AM	#89
drakulie Talk Tennis Guru Join Date: May 2004 Location: FT. Lauderdale, Florida Posts: 23,904	Raging, good look with the purchase, and remember there are no dumb questions. Lot of posters on this and other forums more than willing to share info. The Sensor, as you stated is very heavy, and as a result a pain to carry around. While the Star 5 is not as heavy, it is still more cumbersome to lug around than a machine like the Star 4, which is relatively easy in comparison to lug around. Imagine what it would be like to carry around a Sensor Expert ouch! __________________ Head Stringer @ the LTC, Babolat Star 4 Stringer http://www.youtube.com/user/drakulie

02-28-2010, 05:09 AM	#90
drakulie Talk Tennis Guru Join Date: May 2004 Location: FT. Lauderdale, Florida Posts: 23,904	Starring Dual While Ericsson is on vacation, thought I would contribute a few photos. This is a machine I found being sold on the fleabay France. The Starring Dual. It also is being sold with what appears to be a very old babolat tool set. Notice the cam action clamps, as well as the starter clamps with only one spring. __________________ Head Stringer @ the LTC, Babolat Star 4 Stringer http://www.youtube.com/user/drakulie