New Marvel 3.75" Appreciation Thread

IcantBseriouS · 08-06-2015, 03:00 PM

Well for drax I was thinking about just taking ares from the knee down & putting on the MU Drax. Then I was thinking about going full Marvel now Drax, Herc Body, Ares Legs & Boots, Omega Reds lower arms. Plan 3 is a green HACKS body & plan 4 would be that new Larger Ultimate Spartan HACKS figure. My biggest problem Is figures can be expensive just to purchase for fodder. We should make a fodder trading thread I know Hisstank has something of that sort. I seriously dig the hell outta the Starlord/Groot kitbash I may have to watch for a cheap ML Starlord. Has anyone checked out the kickstarter for the MTF Valkyries yet? they met there goal the 2nd day, I'm really thinking about hitting up the all in package but I'm also planning to preorder the halo 5 xbox one console which may not happen because unlike sony limited edition on xbox means it will be around forever.

UrsaMagnus · 08-06-2015, 05:29 PM

Zend · 08-06-2015, 06:06 PM

Nice! What bike is that?

I'm still looking for a 40's 1:18 scale motorcycle with a sidecar for Bucky and Cap. Can't really find any.

Kernel · 08-06-2015, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Ninjinister

Speaking from someone who has done professional business with Taobao (i.e. NOT buying/selling... more in the intertubes side), be very careful with any and all things on there. It may be China's eBay, but keep in mind that it's still wild wild east, unregulated, you-have-no-leg-to-stand-on-if-you-get-screwed China, and is sketchy as shiiiiiiiiiiiiit.

I find myself salivating over some of those hella cheap figures but I won't even bother with TB. To me, it's not worth the hassle. It's why I stick with what I call cBay (the Chinese/Hong Kong sellers on eBay) because A) I've bought from most of them before so I know how they roll (they even have given me good customer service when I've needed it) and B) if you do get hosed there's steps you can take to recover losses - they're not flawless, but at least you're not boned by default.

That does sound like a hassle, I'll just wait for some of these to hit retail/eBay. As much as people hate eBay at least it offers buyer protection. I'm also pretty happy with the drax they released.
As for customs fodder I really like daredevil and namor on the super articulated buck. I'm working on a Shang chi and werewolf by night, so many customs so little time. Also saw some new joe 2 packs at TRU today, good fodder for $12.99. I missed out on that riot shield 3 pack.

K Dubious · 08-06-2015, 10:04 PM

After some motivation on the UK thread I finally molded my Kang's Chair. If you are interested in one let me know.

En Sabah Nerd · 08-07-2015, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Zend

Nice! What bike is that?

It looks like a 2008 HD Cross Bones, so it's from Maisto which is where I got my Ghost Rider's bike from.

ukmu · 08-07-2015, 12:58 AM

Wow that was quick for them to hit their goal! Shows their is a HUGE following in our scale that is hungry for well made figures!

Kit bashing is SOOOO expensive! Got to buy three or four figures sometimes to make into one. It is ridiculous. A thread for fodder trade, could work. Most people hoard their MU fodder like dragons gold. Joe fodder has 30+ years to build off of.

Nice bike Ursa, I always look forward to seeing shots from you! I try often but rarely do, but I really want to take some good outdoor pics this weekend! We only get about 12 days of sunshine it seems in England, better git r dun.

A beefy Drax would be nice. Just worth the money and hassle to me though. As he is , he is in my sons top five figures. Maybe I will take pics of his top five this weekend? Maybe we all could if the opportunitie arises for everyone.

Pilkster · 08-07-2015, 02:24 AM

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Originally Posted by K Dubious

After some motivation on the UK thread I finally molded my Kang's Chair. If you are interested in one let me know.

Chair looks Awesome dude

Pilkster · 08-07-2015, 02:25 AM

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Originally Posted by UrsaMagnus

The bike looks amazing but im still in 2 minds to get ether a chopper or get the SHS motor bike that came with Ghost rider

UrsaMagnus · 08-07-2015, 06:05 AM

I found that bike in a local drug store, so regrettably I can't recall what the line is that it's a part of. Apologies. En Sabah is most likely correct.

And I agree that I'd much rather have a chopper, but they only had two bikes there and this was the only one that was black. And wasn't a crotch rocket.

K Dub, I totally want one of those chairs!

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Originally Posted by ukmu

Nice bike Ursa, I always look forward to seeing shots from you! I try often but rarely do, but I really want to take some good outdoor pics this weekend! We only get about 12 days of sunshine it seems in England, better git r dun.

Thanks! Funnily enough, when my wife and I got married (lo, those many years ago) we honeymooned in Ireland. The lady at the B&B we stayed at said it had rained all week up until we got there, stopped the whole time we were in country, and started again the day we left. She said we brought the sunshine with us from America. LOL

TheLongestDay · 08-07-2015, 06:15 AM

Head swapped Dr.Who figure = live action Purpleman (kinda..well it'll do...for now

)

Might use the other figure as a human Jarvis...needs better shoes though :P

Pilkster · 08-07-2015, 06:44 AM

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Originally Posted by TheLongestDay

Head swapped Dr.Who figure = live action Purpleman (kinda..well it'll do...for now

)

Might use the other figure as a human Jarvis...needs better shoes though :P

Nice! I think Jedi will be using this recipe

K Dubious · 08-07-2015, 07:08 AM

If any one is interested in the Kang Chair I have recently molded I figured I would let you guys know the prices.

I'm not trying to get rich, but I'm not trying to lose money either. So they are priced at $15 plus shipping. If you buy 3 or more I can knock the price down to $10 each plus shipping. I am also willing to trade with these as well.

In the pic you can see an imperfection on the front, but this was due to a loose piece of silicone that has been removed from the mold. Im sure there will be some bubbles and slight imperfections as in all casted parts, but I am sure you will appreciate the quality and effort that I have put into these as well.

ukmu · 08-07-2015, 07:14 AM

The Henry Jones figure is on eBay for three quid shipped. Ursa used him as Jarvis and it rocks, with that 12th doctors head would be perfect. You could get a Tony Stark head off Pilk to use on the 10th doctor buck???? Two new kitbashed awesome customs with cast head all in for under a tenner shipped. Just throwing out a different idea to ponder.

Nailed the Purple Man look. I am sure we will see that version in several collections across the globe for many years.... Good job buddy!!!

IcantBseriouS · 08-07-2015, 07:16 AM

The Chair is awesome. Now If I could just get a Kang figure.

ukmu · 08-07-2015, 07:18 AM

Also, I have used Dubs cast for a long time, perhaps even one of his first. I can vouch for his quality. Top notch work!!! I have bought from every caster you can list as well. His could take the Pepsi challenge against any one of them. I love that he will cast in the colour you want as well.... Top man.

Pilkster · 08-07-2015, 07:22 AM

I can vouch for KDUBS work too. Very impressive!

K Dubious · 08-07-2015, 07:38 AM

Thanks for the positive reviews guys. Like I've said many times before I do this as a hobby and I love the community, if I can contribute I will.

I really just want to create something that we could all use and fill in some of the gaps in the collection. Whether it be Customs, accessories, vehicles, or dio pieces I feel like there are certain things that need to be in everyone's collection.

And also wanted to point out what UKMU said, I can cast parts in almost any color at this point. Since I now have all the primary colors after yesterdays Hobby Lobby run. So if you would prefer the chair in any other color just let me know. I do think this would make a cool looking throne in gray or black even.

IcantBseriouS · 08-07-2015, 08:07 AM

So, If some fellow US MU collectors are looking for a chair I would be interested in getting in on that lot. Maybe we all do a joint bulk order & one of us would just ship out to the rest of us. Just an idea.

UrsaMagnus · 08-07-2015, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by ukmu

The Henry Jones figure is on eBay for three quid shipped. Ursa used him as Jarvis and it rocks, with that 12th doctors head would be perfect.

I did indeed use that for Jarvis with the head from a Star Wars guy I can never remember the name to...

And count me among those interested in a chair if we can get a bulk/group order going. It looks fantastic.

Autobot_Goldbug · 08-07-2015, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by UrsaMagnus

I did indeed use that for Jarvis with the head from a Star Wars guy I can never remember the name to...

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UrsaMagnus · 08-07-2015, 11:35 AM

Thanks. I still doubt I'll remember it.

Jay West · 08-07-2015, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Pilkster

Nice! I think Jedi will be using this recipe

The Blue Suit Tenth Doctor is hard to find around these parts ever since Walgreens stopped carrying Dr. who.

ukmu · 08-07-2015, 12:45 PM

I pretty much commuted to memory Ursa's Avenger display like a year ago... I love that Jarvis.... Just wrote it down on the short list!

I will see if I can find a group of Tenth Doctors. I once saw like 7 or 8 hanging, probly won't find any now that I am looking though.

UrsaMagnus · 08-07-2015, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by ukmu

I pretty much commuted to memory Ursa's Avenger display like a year ago... I love that Jarvis.... Just wrote it down on the short list!

*pshaw*

You flatter me, sir.

08-06-2015, 03:00 PM	#17451
IcantBseriouS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 387	Well for drax I was thinking about just taking ares from the knee down & putting on the MU Drax. Then I was thinking about going full Marvel now Drax, Herc Body, Ares Legs & Boots, Omega Reds lower arms. Plan 3 is a green HACKS body & plan 4 would be that new Larger Ultimate Spartan HACKS figure. My biggest problem Is figures can be expensive just to purchase for fodder. We should make a fodder trading thread I know Hisstank has something of that sort. I seriously dig the hell outta the Starlord/Groot kitbash I may have to watch for a cheap ML Starlord. Has anyone checked out the kickstarter for the MTF Valkyries yet? they met there goal the 2nd day, I'm really thinking about hitting up the all in package but I'm also planning to preorder the halo 5 xbox one console which may not happen because unlike sony limited edition on xbox means it will be around forever. __________________

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En Sabah Nerd Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 9,789	Quote: Originally Posted by Zend Nice! What bike is that? It looks like a 2008 HD Cross Bones, so it's from Maisto which is where I got my Ghost Rider's bike from. __________________

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ukmu Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: United Kingom Posts: 4,295	Wow that was quick for them to hit their goal! Shows their is a HUGE following in our scale that is hungry for well made figures! Kit bashing is SOOOO expensive! Got to buy three or four figures sometimes to make into one. It is ridiculous. A thread for fodder trade, could work. Most people hoard their MU fodder like dragons gold. Joe fodder has 30+ years to build off of. Nice bike Ursa, I always look forward to seeing shots from you! I try often but rarely do, but I really want to take some good outdoor pics this weekend! We only get about 12 days of sunshine it seems in England, better git r dun. A beefy Drax would be nice. Just worth the money and hassle to me though. As he is , he is in my sons top five figures. Maybe I will take pics of his top five this weekend? Maybe we all could if the opportunitie arises for everyone. __________________

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UrsaMagnus Not the new guy anymore! Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Tyrone, PA Posts: 450	I found that bike in a local drug store, so regrettably I can't recall what the line is that it's a part of. Apologies. En Sabah is most likely correct. And I agree that I'd much rather have a chopper, but they only had two bikes there and this was the only one that was black. And wasn't a crotch rocket. K Dub, I totally want one of those chairs! Quote: Originally Posted by ukmu Nice bike Ursa, I always look forward to seeing shots from you! I try often but rarely do, but I really want to take some good outdoor pics this weekend! We only get about 12 days of sunshine it seems in England, better git r dun. Thanks! Funnily enough, when my wife and I got married (lo, those many years ago) we honeymooned in Ireland. The lady at the B&B we stayed at said it had rained all week up until we got there, stopped the whole time we were in country, and started again the day we left. She said we brought the sunshine with us from America. LOL Last edited by UrsaMagnus; 08-07-2015 at 06:14 AM..