|
|
Post by thetoyroom on Oct 22, 2006 15:26:56 GMT -5
Owned one of these from the G.I. Joe line when I was a kid. Actually, he was my first toy trade back around '76...traded an unstrung Mego Robin (my brother's!) for him! But he's been M.I.A. for years (garage sale, maybe?) so I thought I'd do one in 8"...   Now to eventually do his buddies Eagle Eye Joe and Mike Power, Atomic Man. |
|
|
|
Post by Wild Willy on Oct 22, 2006 15:40:37 GMT -5
Although I had several 12" Joes, I can't recall this guy. I think its cool to see a Gijoe realized in 8" format.
Nice costume with emblem and I especially like the artwork on the card. That old Gijoe logo brings back some fond memories for me.
Hope to see more from the old series done in this scale from you.
Will
|
|
|
|
Post by martingb on Oct 22, 2006 16:07:43 GMT -5
Good job! I like this guy as I do the original figure. He came out around about the same time as Nova so I always kinda connect them. The UK and US TV ads for him are brilliant. BulletMan....the Human Bullet. Like what else is he if he is called BulletMan??? The UK box art for him is a stunner too. This is a novel idea and very well executed. Maybe a rejigged Hulk could become an Intruder too.
|
|
|
|
Post by aburabusimbutu on Oct 23, 2006 0:52:47 GMT -5
Wow what a clever idea!! I have this guy in my collection- I picked him up many years ago at a garage sale- you don't suppose, maybe....
Great job on re-inventing him at a smaller scale- even the belt looks just right. I'm curious how you fashioned the helmet- an Easter egg?
Hey if it's at all possible I'd love to get a repro of the chest emblem you've made at GI Joe scale as mine is missing his.
Anyway the packaging is really keen and I love the backside comic ad as it whips up all kinds of excitement and nostalgia.
I really love this idea and seeing him presented this way and executed so wonderfully is really a treat!!
|
|
|
|
Post by faithfulbutler on Oct 23, 2006 1:38:23 GMT -5
Heehee this tickled my fancy a lot.It's good to see old Bulletman get some love at last.The Costume is great,the Helmet priceless and the Logo really is spot-on.And of course your Cardwork is the usual high standard we all expect.
You may know that Alex Ross[yeah i know i'm obsessed] managed to sneak Bulletman and Bulletgirl into Kingdom Come so one day i hope to add them to my ranks.
Giving you a big K point for immortalising this guy in plastic at last!
|
|
|
|
Post by glorbes on Oct 23, 2006 6:53:28 GMT -5
You have a real talent for capturing the retro style of both the packaging an the toy itself. Its pretty cool also that you made this figure out of a desire to fill a vacancy in your childhood toy collection...I suppose that, in some way, that's precisely what customizers are trying to do on a regular basis...anyway, lovely work on the finished piece, as always.
|
|
|
|
Post by thetoyroom on Oct 23, 2006 12:06:59 GMT -5
Thanks, guys. I've been looking forward to making him for quite some time now. I'm curious how you fashioned the helmet- an Easter egg? Nope all-new, all-original sculpt. |
|
|
|
Post by aburabusimbutu on Oct 23, 2006 21:58:43 GMT -5
Wow, all the more impressive Anthony. You got that shape nice and smooth!
|
|
|
|
Post by BlackKnight on Oct 24, 2006 23:33:49 GMT -5
Great Stuff Bro, very nice Detail & Love the Helmet. Card is a very nice added touch, congrats. & Karma !  |
|
|
|
Post by Figuremaster Les on Oct 25, 2006 21:38:25 GMT -5
Hey A! Cool stuff!
I like this one. Never heard of him, but I like him.
ANy flying guy with a bullet head, is ok by me.
It helps that your custom is a sweet one.
K point from me too! ;D
|
|
