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The CaseArts Case So let's move on to the case I finally got in hands. Since Directron is the exclusive distributor of the CaseArts brand cases as of now, they asked me which one of the patterns I'd like from the available stock. After careful evaluation, I decided on the Red Cherry Matrix Case. Two reasons, 1) I thought it was appeal to the widest audience, and 2) I haven't had the "matrix" bezel yet. Well, Turns out the matrix bezel was on short supply when it was time for the review unit to be shipped, so I got the normal "dragon" bezel. However the most important factor to me wasn't the bezel design, but rather the red cherry finish, which I did receive. Let's take a closer look at this unique finish....
I've shot this case in various lighting to get the clearest results. Natural lighting ( outside ) actually turned out the best. As you can see, this cases finish will fetch lots of attention from you , and your friends. I was pleasantly surprised when I opened the box and first took out this case. Upon further exterior inspection, it was as good as described on the site. Every single exterior face on the case was finished in red cherry. The handles, the feet, the bezel, etc. Opening the bezel would also lacked any nasty surprises. It was entirely finished in red cherry with not an inch to spare....
The front bezel of the case looks even better in person then in pics ( thanks to the flash ). You can plainly see however just how good the finish covers every inch of the exterior, including inside the door. The red cherry finish was so well done that the only thing even worth mentioning is the fact that , as you can see, the finish inside the square hole for the door retainer clip is lighter than the rest. It kinda looks like overspray in there, but you can't "spray" a woodgrain finish onto a case. So how the hell does the woodgrain finish get there? I have no idea!@# In case you've just joined us, this case IS the infamous chieftec/antec/chenming entry level server case that is hugely popular today. 99% of you already know the great features of the case and I'm not gonna bore most of you to death with that stuff. Let's continue with the real focus, the finish....
If you notice the pic above left, you'll see just how clean the finish is applied. You can tell it wasn't taped off for painting where you would have that tape line normally. It's perfectly clean just as a beige case would be. Also something I'll point out, notice the rivots are shiney silver and not painted over. That's a huge plus for me. Cleanliness is next to godliness :o)
Here's some closeups of the side panel and handle feature. You'll notice two things here, 1) the finish, again, is fantastic...and 2) you can again see the lighter section, under the handle this time, where it would look like overspray. This gives clues to how the finish was created, but you can't "spray" a woodgrain finish on a case!! So, how is it done? I have no idea!$%! << Introduction | Blemishes & Painting Technique >>
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