The reason for putting deposits in is basically because everyone works together to put the deposit down to ensure the run is made, as well as a prototype being provided. Otherwise, it would be up to me, or whoever organizes the run, to front over a grand to get it started, with no guarantee those who were on the list would commit. Plus, as all of the customs regulars know here, Yunsil is the best of the best, receptive to prototype feedback, and tops in the hobby when it comes to customer service and shipping safety