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Army Men – Plastic Apocalypse
Sunday, June 16th, 2013Action Figure Therapy – Ask Ranger
Thursday, May 30th, 2013Check out the latest AFT video, where Ranger replies to fan questions regarding the Obama umbrella incident, the eventual release of Stanley the Honey Badger’s origin story videos, and how he deals with anti-gun lobbyists.
“Special” Forces Resin Model
Monday, May 27th, 2013
This 1/6 scale model of a ‘”special” forces’… model is sculpted Roberto von Behr. It comes in 27 separate unpainted resin parts with two wire parts for the grenades. Also included is 11 pieces of resin gravel to create a dynamic model of fragments of debris from bullet impacts.
http://resinbenchmodels.com/Special-Forces-Special-Forces.htm
Hot Toys – Roadblock 1/6 Scale Figure
Saturday, May 25th, 2013
Sideshow Toys has this film accurate Hot Toys 1/6 scale figure of Roadblock from G.I. Joe: Retaliation available for pre-order. The figure is approximately 30 cm tall and features over 30 points of articulation. It comes with three pairs of interchangeable gloved hands (fists, palmed for holding weapons, and relaxed palm), one “military camouflage” (MultiCam) uniform with tactical armor vest, one black t-shirt, two holsters, one machine gun, and one suppressed pistol. Additionally, the figure also comes with one pair of brass knuckles, which attach to the following accessories: one pair of daggers, one knife, one baton, and two pistols. The figure is estimated to ship out December of this year.
sideshowtoy.com – Roadblock Figure
Inflatable Minigun Arm
Monday, April 29th, 2013I’d post a link, but (sadly) you can’t get these from ThinkGeek anymore…
White Bronze Cast Army Men
Wednesday, April 17th, 2013
Mazooka: The Marshmallow Bazooka
Sunday, April 14th, 2013It’s a shoulder-mounted marshmallow bazooka with a built-in air compressor that shoots projectiles up to 40 feet. ‘Nuff said.
http://www.vat19.com/dvds/mazooka-marshmallow-bazooka.cfm
Paper Shooters On Indiegogo
Friday, April 5th, 2013
Paper Blasters are a project currently on Indiegogo for high-quality, durable cardboard models of AR-15s that fire prepared paper wads up to 75ft via a spring-loaded action. The basic kit includes: skeleton with all internal mechanics, layer one camo skin, layer two camo skin, 8 gold shells with 50 pieces of pre-made ammo, mold to make additional ammo, and a zombie head target. The camos shown are Digital Ops, Golden Touch, and Zombie Slayer.
http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/cardboard-warfare-blast-paper-ammo-up-to-75ft
Michonne Resin Statue – Pre-Order
Monday, February 11th, 2013
McFarlane Toys is offering this highly-detailed and bad-ass resin statue of the Michonne from ‘The Walking Dead’. The 14.5″ statue is hand signed by series creator Robert Kirkman with a certificate of authenticity signed by Todd McFarlane and details Michonne, katana in hand, mid-combat against two walkers. Limited to 1500 pieces, the statue will be available for sale at noon, EST today, the time of this article’s publication.
http://store.spawn.com/products/Michonne-Resin-Statue.html
Live Resin
Saturday, December 8th, 2012
Live Resin is a company that specializes in highly detailed resin figures and accessories in 1/35 and other scales. This is achieved through advanced 3D modelling and rapid prototyping last generation technology. They current have over 350 individual models available, including modern military personnel, weaponry, and equipment.
Agent Phil Coulson Figurine
Monday, November 26th, 2012
Hot Toys’ latest offering in their line of highly detailed ‘The Avengers’ 1/6 scale figurines is Agent Phil Coulson. The figurine features 30 points of articulation, and comes with the following accessories: destroyer gun, pistol, sunglasses, headset, watch, walkie talkie, mobile phone, S.H.I.E.L.D folder, staff card, and a pile of Captain America trading cards. Additionally, the figure comes with five interchangeable hands and a stand with nameplate and movie logo. Set to be released Q2 2013.
Bandit Guns: Rubber Band Shotgun On Kickstarter
Friday, November 23rd, 2012
Touted as the “Worlds first, multi-action rubber band shotgun…”, the Bandit Guns are one of two models that come in a kit style and are assembled from 14 pieces of laser cut birch plywood held together with binding bolts. Seen above is “The Sheriff”, which holds up to ten rubber bands, and can be fired one of three ways: single shot, rapid fire, and shotgun blast. A smaller model, “The Outlaw”, lacks a trigger, allows for 9 rubber bands, and single shot and rapid fire firing modes. Made in the USA.
Bandit Guns – Kickstarter
Giant Plastic Green Army Man
Thursday, November 15th, 2012
This giant-sized Green Army Man is made from cold-cast resin and stands at one-and-a-half feet tall. Seam lines and injection mold rings were added to the figure to stay true to the appearance of the original plastic Army Men, although additional details such as buttons, shoelaces, hair, and a USA insignia were also added. A great nostalgia piece.
http://www.greatbigstuff.com/toysoldiera.html#
Fallout 3 Terrible Shotgun Replica
Friday, November 9th, 2012
This incredibly detailed replica of the Terrible Shotgun, a unique, higher damage variant of the in-game combat shotgun, from Fallout 3 features a rear stock and forward grip cut from red oak. The barrel, heat shield, aluminum, trigger mechanism, sights, and forward pump piston are all constructed from aluminum. The right side cocking lever and trigger are both spring loaded, and the two included drum magazines are built to lock in place with magnetic catches to simulate on-screen reloads for the replica’s use in the web series ‘Fallout: Nuka Break‘. The Terrible Shotgun replica is the work of Volpin Props.
http://www.volpinprops.com/portfolio/fallout-3-the-terrible-shotgun/
Action Figure Therapy Animated (NSFW!!!)
Thursday, November 8th, 2012Still funny, but kinda defeats the purpose of ‘”Action Figure” Therapy’. Still, it’s always nice to see some change, and of course there’s no indication that the series will go this route; seems more like a one-off thing.
Portal 2 – Portal Gun Mini Replica
Sunday, October 21st, 2012
This officially licensed miniature Portal gun replica is for everybody who didn’t get a chance at the full-sized (and expensive) version. It features orange and blue LEDs with corresponding sound effects, a functioning trigger, extendable and posable claws, and a display stand. The whole package come in a Portal-themed, full color gift box. Powered by 3 AAA batteries.
http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/ef3c/
Chris Costa “Trainer” Figurine
Saturday, September 8th, 2012
New Magpul PTS CIBoys
Wednesday, September 5th, 2012
Seen above are Bag Man, Dr. Drake, Pink Fluffy Bunny, and White Bunny, the four new CIBoys created through a collaborative effort between Magpul PTS and Mad Rabbit Studio, a Taiwan based creative design house. The four CIBoys are inspired by Magpul Industries and as such feature the Magpul logo somewhere on their design. No word on pricing and availability at the moment. Also, I’ll be damned if Pink Fluffy Bunny doesn’t look like an unholy union of Frank the Bunny from Donnie Darko and the Trollface of internet fame, but with a red suit.
Hat Tip: magpul-pts.com
Dutch Schaefer Premium Format Figure
Monday, August 27th, 2012
Another amazingly detailed 1:4 scale (20.5 inches) replica figurine from the folks at Sideshow Collectables. This time, its of Dutch Schaefer, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s character in the cinema classic ‘Predator’. The Dutch figurine is clad in a real fabric costume that includes woodland camo pants and shirt, a detailed vest, and jungle boots and comes armed with an M-16 with M203 grenade launcher, .45 caliber pistol, machete, and knife.
You can pre-order from Sideshow Collectables.
RC S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier
Friday, August 24th, 2012It seems when the Russians stole the plans for S.H.I.E.L.D.’s helicarrier, they drastically misinterpreted the proper dimensions when building their own version.
RPG-7 PET (Plastic Bottle) Launcher
Sunday, July 29th, 2012
Marudai has introduced this model RPG-7 that fires liquid-filled bottle rockets from what looks like pressure induced by a common bicycle pump. It retails for approximately $360 US, but as far as I know it’s only available in Japan; better find an importer if you want one of these.
Marudai-Corp.com – RPG-7 PET Launcher
Hat Tip: nerdapproved.com
BugASalt
Sunday, July 22nd, 2012Another kickstarter Indiegogo project. This time for a toy shotgun that shoots ordinary table salt for the removal of unwanted house flies and other annoying critters.
The Desktop Ballista
Sunday, July 15th, 2012Another Kickstarter project with a cool product, this time from a group named Legion-10 for the creation of Desktop Ballistae. The kits consist of laser cut hardwood and take roughly 30 minutes to construct. A deluxe version that uses a horse hair rope along with brass and steel parts (for added realism) and a ballista target is available at higher donation levels. Additionally, custom laser engraving is also an option.
The project’s already over 10 times its minimum required pledge level, but a sufficiently high donation will guarantee a Ballista for those interested.
Kickstarter – Desktop Ballista
Seal Team 6 With Zodiac CZ7 Custom LEGO Set
Monday, July 9th, 2012
From Minifig World comes this awesome Seal Team 6 with Zodiac CZ7 custom LEGO set. Each minifig comes equipped with a SI-Dan Toys G1 Tactical Belt, G17 Glock Pistol, PT202 Helmet with ANVIS 9 Goggles and M08 Tactical Vest with the driver also having a LEGO beanie. The Zodiac CZ7 itself comes with 3 sets of flippers, 3 airtanks, 2 MP5SD6, 1 MP5K, 1 Mini Uzi, 1 Minigun, and 1 Mountable Combat LMG kit. Full-color instructions are included for the Zodiac CZ7. If only it weren’t already sold out.
Minifig World – Seal Team 6 with Zodiac CZ7
Assassin’s Creed Replica Hidden Blade Vambrace
Friday, July 6th, 2012
NECA is releasing a replica of the hidden blade as used by Ezio Auditore da Firenze in the Assassin’s Creed series of video games. Made of PVC and ABS plastics, it’s highly detailed with a surprisingly quick spring loaded action that launches the roughly 15″ plastic blade with the push of a button; a safety lock mechanism helps to prevent any unwarranted deployments of said blade. An adjustable buckle and Velcro straps keep the replica secure on the user’s wrist. It’s available exclusively through GameStop and will be released October 30th of this year. There’s also a video the pre-order site, so you can see it in action.
