I have recently used a set of Pimp stencils for a Nitro Ground Shaker. Using these stencils was so straightforward and easy to use, they were simply a pleasure. I think one of the key things Jeff does is he uses actual scans of the original cabinet artwork, and does not rely on images taken from a distance or angles. This is the reason (I believe) his stencils are true and authentic to the original artwork. And add to that all the titles he now has on his website (especially if you are a Bally SS fan), it seems hard to go past using these stencils.
Below are some images of the NGS using the Pimp stencils.
The following is a great image which really demonstrates the accuracy of Pinball Pimp stencils. This image was taken just before the final colour of black was to be applied, with the black stencil now adhered to the side of the cabinet. Base colour for NGS is white, followed by red, followed by black. Just looking at the perimeters of the black stencil, you can see just how well the artwork is designed to allow sufficient overlap between the previously applied red colour compared to the black stencil. Now this guy knows how to design proper stencils!
That looks great. Having a set of EK stencils from PP, I look forward to using them. I like the way he has used the correct stencil material and backing film and the registration crosses. Exactly as Gavin has done them in the past. The classicarcades and Twisted Pins are complete rubbish compared to Gav's (and now PP). In fact, I threw out the Classicarcades and Twisted Pins stencils after using Gav's, which are the best on the market.
The authenticity of the stencils is almost there. The EK stencils I have don't line up correctly. I'll have to fix that myself - not a major issue, as each game is different. No two machines are ever painted or stenciled correctly from factory as absolutely perfect. Customers always ask for overspray / underspray and the mistakes that were true to the original. It is great to see PP has learned from other's mistakes, and uses tried and trusted materials and processes.
