I was just catching up on the latest goodies from Sideshow and I noticed that they have a pretty sweet deal going on with the AvP Celtic Predator Bio Helmet, they have it in-stock and reduced to $239.99!  That's a pretty sweet deal, regular retail was $299.99.  You can check it out and order by clicking here!

They're also running a butt-load of other nice deals, including $100 off on the price of HR Giger's freaky Spell 1 wall cross piece.  Check out the full list of current specials by clicking here.

Enjoy!
Dan

Good afternoon everyone, welcome to the official first new post of 2010!  I've been updating the sale thread of my ongoing collection sale, but I think it's time to show off some new pieces, what do you think?  I have quite a number of pieces up for sale that I never got a chance to photograph or review, so I thought I would get started with one of my favorites… Leonardo from TMNT!

This is a gorgeous 1:6 scale kit that was released in 2008 by Devil's Own Resin and was sculpted by CH Member Veritas and the kit is titled "Way of the Sword".  It's a heavy kit cast out of solid resin and includes a solid resin sewer grate base and real metal swords!  The gorgeous painted version seen in this review (and is available for sale) was done up by one of the greats, Mister Saul Alvarez and I was able to pick it up last year.  I am a HUGE TMNT fan, so I was completely thrilled to grab this kit.

I admit I did watch the original cartoon series on TV when I was a kid and even managed to watch 1 or 2 movies, but for me, TMNT will always be the original comic book series of Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird published back in 1984 by Mirage Studios.  In fact, I bet I still have my first editions somewhere buried in a box.  So when I saw this sculpt for the first time and saw that it was based off the comics rather than the cartoon series, I was already hooked and ready to rock.  Then I saw Saul's build-up and I relentlessly pursued him until he finally gave it up.  I had him keep Leo's cartoon blue rather than the comic book red to pay homage to the cartoon series I also enjoyed.

The kit itself is beautifully detailed, with a gorgeous sculpt FILLED with all kinds of textures and badass sculpting chops… I absolutely LOVE the shell and the twin scabbards.

And now for the bad news/good news scenario… as far as I know, this kit is no longer in production… it's been sold out for ages and I haven't heard of anyone getting a new one since last year.  In fact, we were told that Mikey was on the way next, but so far he hasn't appeared.  BUT the good news, the piece in this review is available for sale!  This is just one f the many pieces I still have for sale in my collection divorce sale, which you can check out by clicking HERE!  I am asking $599.99 for this guy, so please contact me if you are interested!

This is a MUST-HAVE for any TMNT fan, easily the best Leo I have ever seen in any format and there is just no touching the details and paint job from Saul.  I took a few pics you can check out, click on the photo icon below to have a look and please be sure to click the comment button at the end of this article to share your thoughts!

I don't have a video review yet, but I will work on one and post it as soon as it's available!  Thanks and welcome to 2010!

Dan

LATEST UPDATE – 02/02/2010 11:37PM - Hi Gang!  Just updated what's sold and what's left for sale! I'm moving in two weeks!

Thanks! – Dan

Hello everyone,

OK so some of you may have noticed that I haven't updated the site for a little bit… well unfortunately I am having some personal issues and at this point I must look at my priorities and make some hard decisions.  One of these decisions is the complete sale of my personal collection, which of course is my pride and joy and VERY hard for me to let go.  I am working on making the full list, along with links to photos and all that good stuff.  So while I work on that, please see the list below.  Over the coming days I will continue to add links to photos and more products etc.  I ask that anyone who is interested in any of these items please contact me ASAP and I will get back to you right away.

All prices are posted, but please feel free to make an offer.  Please note I am not trying to make any profit on this stuff, I just want to try and break even so please bear that in mind if you submit an offer.  All prices are in USD and I accept PayPal or certified check or money order as long as you are willing to wait until they clear through my bank.  Prices do not include shipping.  I will not be able to set items aside, so please be ready to purchase the items in question in full if you want them, I just can't keep track of payment plans and stuff like that.

To all my dear friends in the collector community, thank you so much for all your support, you guys have been awesome.  Also, I will continue to run Predatorstuff and do reviews and all that good stuff, so no worries.  I simply won't be collecting any more.

So have a look and don't hesitate to ask me questions…  this is my personal collection and it's very dear to my heart.  You know that pretty much everything here is the best of the best and come from a caring collector.

eBay Listings

Mont Blanc Starwalker Fountain Pen and case with FREE SHIPPING!

Tissot Savonnettes Mech Pocket Watch model T83.8.450.82

Painted Kits

All photos are of the ACTUAL kits for sale… many of these kits have been featured in reviews on Predatorstuff.com, featured in magazines and used to produce product Box art.  These kits are the best of the best.

Billiken Predator 1 Kit with Custom Base $599.99
Here is the kit that started it all!  This is an original Predator 1 kit from Billiken and it was painted by Neal Pepper aka Vindicator and it was the kit that got me in to kit collecting!  I was collecing McFarlane/NECA type stuff and I did have a couple of kits in my collection, but when I picked this up from Neal, I was totally blown away and that's why I dropped the toys and went to the world of Garage Kits!  This is my oldest piece and still one of my best.

Custom Geometric Alien Base $169.99
This is a custom made base by Joe Dunaway.  He created this from two generic alien bases from Geometric Designs and then added additional burns and details and then gave the entire thing a kick as paint job!  And as with all Joe Dunaway buildups, this piece is signed and dated on the bottom.

Painted Kit Nosferatoy's Female Predator $599.99
Painted by Joe Dunaway

Painted Kit Super Edge Predator 2 Kit $699.99
Painted by John Allred and includes both the disc and spear.

Painted Kit Super Edge Hunter of Darkness Kit $599.99
Painted by Joe Dunaway (please note the photos with "nayuta" in the name are the photos of the kit being sold).

Painted Kit Female Predator with Sword $599.99
Painted by Joe Dunaway and featured in Kitbuilders Magazine.

Painted Kit Geometrics Celtic Predator Bust $499.99
Painted by Joe Dunaway

Painted Kit Geometrics P1 masked Predator Bust $499.99   
Painted by Joe Dunaway

Painted Kit Geometrics P1 unmasked Predator Bust $499.99   
Painted by Joe Dunaway

Painted Kit SuperDeformed Scar Predator $199.99 (Photos pending)
Painted by Thai Artist

Painted Kit Indiana Jones Bust and Idol by Jeff Camp $399.99
Painted by Jeff Camp, includes COA and Idol.  I also did a small review on this guy, you can check it out by clicking HERE!

Painted Kit Narin AvPR Predalien kit $699.99
Painted by Joe Dunaway, this is the first Predalien piece to ever be released on the market and was one of our best sellers.  This particular piece is the one that Joe did for the review, announcement and all the box art.  This piece is simply insane in person, the skin details are mind blowing.  Check out the little announcement when this was released by clicking HERE.

Painted Kit Narin Bug Killer P1 vs Alien Diorama $899.99
Released by Nightmare Collectibles and painted by Joe Dunaway, this is my favorite Alien vs Predator kit to date… I love that it's a P1 style Predator going after an Alien and the statue comes with a masked or unmasked head you can switch around.  This kit is the one that was used in all the promotional material AND for all the box artwork.  This is also the piece that was featured at Wonderfest 2009 at the Nightmare Collectibles booth!  You can check out the review and announcement I did on this kit by clicking HERE!

Painted Kit TMNT Leonardo Kit $599.99   
Painted by Saul Alvarez

Painted Kit ESB Fullsize Yoda Maquettes by Howard Senft.  1 of only 2 ever made. $4,999.99   
Painted by Howard Senft and includes COA and Metal Nameplate.. this is extremely rare with only 2 ever made.  This one is 2 of 2.  Edition size is on the metal name plate.

Painted Kit SMO Creations Aliens Derelict Crewmember $69.99
Made by SMO Creations – only 10 made.

Prop Replicas

Prop Replica P2 Bio Helmet includes lasers $329.00
Here is my custom made P2 Bio Helmet from Art Gonzales.  It's gorgeous with awesome weathering and working lasers with a cool trigger system to turn them off and on.

Prop Replica Bone Hunter Predator Helmet $299.99
Made by Mike Loh, first in the series of 4 bios in his apocolyptic series.

Pre-painted Statues and Figures

Repainted Sandy Collora Predator Bust $199.99
Painted by Joe Dunaway – No retail box.

LOTR Battletroll Helm $19.99
Sideshow Collectibles – Includes retail packaging.

REPAINTED Indiana Jones PF with Repainted Head by Joe Dunaway! $499.99   
Sideshow Collectibles and head repaint by Joe Dunaway – Includes retail packaging.

Lifesize Emperor Palpatine Bust $499.99
Sideshow Collectibles – Includes retail packaging.

Hot Toys Iron Man Mark II $169.99
Hot Toys – Includes retail packaging.

Prepaint NECA 18" Jack Sparrow $59.99   NECA – No retail box.

Prepaint NECA 18" Hellboy $59.99   NECA – No retail box.

Prepaint NECA 18" Willy Wonka $59.99   NECA – No retail box.

McFarlane 18" Edward Scissorhands $69.99
McFarlane – No retail box.

NECA 18" Crow $69.99
NECA – No retail box.

McFarlane 12" Terminator $29.99
McFarlane – No retail box.

Prepaint Lance Henrikson AvP Yile Proof 10 of 10 Framed $599.99
Sideshow Collectibles – Includes framed tile and framed COA

Ironman Stealth Version LSB $129.99
Sideshow Collectibles – MIB.

Complete set of NECA Alien and Predator head-knockers $79.99
NECA -  Set includes the masked Predator 1, unmasked Predator 1, Predator 2, Facehugger, Alien, and Alien Queen. (See top shelf in photo) – No retail box.

Alien Warrior VCD $39.99
Sideshow Collectibles MIB.

Hot Toys Jack Krauser (Transformed) $69.99
Sideshow Collectibles – MIB.

Hello Spookfest fans!  Today is day 7 and we've got lots of action today in contests and product… I am especially excited about the AMAZING Star Wars Gamorrean Guard Life-Size Bust, it looks INSANE!  We've also got a very limited set of AvP Superdeform figures from Plastic Arts, so check it all out…

Sideshow Collectibles is proud to bring you Plastic Arts' line of high-quality vinyl collectibles! Designed by Three-B, the 'Aliens VS Predator: Requiem' line of vinyl figures capture each character in a uniquely stylized design and come complete with trademark accessories. There are three limited edition figures, and they are selling out very fast.

The PredAlien Super Deformed Vinyl Figure – Special Version stands over 8 inches high.  Click here for all the photos or to Pre-Order!

The Predator Super Deformed Vinyl Figure – Special Version stands over 8 inches high and includes a switch-out portrait for masked or unmasked display.  Click here for all the photos or to Pre-Order!

The Alien Super Deformed Vinyl Figure – Special Version stands over 8 inches high.  Click here for all the photos or to Pre-Order!

As of right now, there are only a handful of these left (less than 10) so if you want the complete set, get them now or you'll miss out.

From the planet Gamorr, the Gamorrean species consists of brutish, porcine humanoids who maintain a feudal level of technology and tolerate a remarkable amount of violence in their everyday activities. Interstellar procedures programs for visiting Gamorr consist of one line: DO NOT VISIT GAMORR.

While Gamorreans have been introduced to modern blaster and weapon technology, they prefer to hack and slash with axes, swords and maces. They only use modern weaponry when off-planet. Most Gamorreans have green skin, pig-like snouts and yellowed tusks protruding from jowled cheeks. These complement the small, yellow horns the Gamorreans have growing from the top of their heads. Jabba the Hutt was known to use dim-witted Gamorreans as enforcers and bodyguards, outfitting them with leather and metal uniforms.

Sideshow is proud to announce the latest addition to the STAR WARS Life-Size Bust series, the Gamorrean Guard. Capturing every detail of Jabba's porcine enforcers, each Gamorrean Guard bust is individually painted and finished to exacting standards, each with its own unique quality and detail that is the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles product. The Gamorrean Guard Life-Size Bust is a truly outstanding addition to any STAR WARS collection

Product Size: 17" H x 11" W x 14" D

Product Weight: 20.00 lbs

This thing is HUGE and looks AMAZING!  Check out all the badass photos or place a pre-order from the Gamorrean product page HERE!

Personally I was sticking to Sith related busts, but I'm thinking this guy needs to join my collection… the price is excellent!  Hard to imagine why this bust with all it's detail and HUGE size is $100 cheaper than the HellBoy bust, weird.  Either way, I think it's safe to say you'll see a review of this guy on Predatorstuff.com some time in the future.

As for the contests, there's been tons on the site and the scavenger Hunt is now at 13 words out of 20.  There is an AWESOME contest still on where you can win a Ringwraith on Steed Statue statue that had been sold out for ages!  Check that out by clicking HERE.  And don't forget to check out the product specials for Spook, there's been some nice ones this week… check that out here.

That's about it for now gang, stay tuned for more Spooktacular action tomorrow!

Enjoy,
Dan

Good evening everyone, here is tonight's rundown of what's been happening at Sideshow's Spooktacular…  we've had a few new goodies and lots of prizes and coupons since the last update, but let's start off with one ugly Legendary Scale Bust.  Here she is, the nasty and slimey Meg Mucklebones from the movie Legend!

In his quest to recover the last unicorn from the Lord of Darkness and rescue Princess Lili, young Jack must travel a perilous course riddled with unexpected obstacles. Reaching a swamp, Jack faces Meg Mucklebones, the water hag. Meg makes clear her plan to eat Jack, scraping her gnarled fingernails along his mirror-like shield, but his silver-tongued flattery distracts the hag from her meal just long enough for Jack to recover his sword from the swamp, allowing his escape.

Sideshow Collectibles proudly presents the Meg Mucklebones Legendary Scale Bust. Each piece is individually painted and finished, each with its own unique quality and detail that is the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles bust. Cast in highest quality polystone, hand-finished and hand-painted to exacting standards, the Meg Mucklebones Legendary Scale bust is a perfect addition to any display.

Product Size: 14" H x 10" W x 9" D
Product Weight: 9.00 lbs

Pick up the evil swamp witch or check out all the photos on Meg's product page by clicking HERE!

Aside from Meg, there's been lots of updates and contests… for those of you following the Word Scavenger Hunt, we are currently at 9 of 20 words.  If you haven't found the most recent, be sure to check out Mistress of the HR and the Help Wanted movies!  There's also been a TON of coupon codes, so be sure to look out for those.  There's saving all over the place!  There's also the T-800 Exclusive figure contest still open, check that out by clicking here.  Tomorrow should be fun, the CEO of Sideshow will be stopping by to chat with us Sideshow freaks in the IRC chat.  Check it out:

As a reminder, we've managed to persuade Sideshow's President and CEO, Greg Anzalone to join our live chat with collectors during Spooktacular! Greg will be on-hand to chat with all of our chatters tomorrow, Tuesday, October 27th, at around 3:30 PM (Pacific Time)! So, get your questions ready and remember to be on your best behavior so that you don't scare him off! Strict chat etiquette will be enforced, meaning no spamming of questions, no foul language, etc. Read all the information through the following link, and we HIGHLY suggest accessing our chat through a dedicated IRC client! (And please give Greg a little break if he doesn't make it in at EXACTLY 3 – he's a busy man!)

That ought to be interesting, I'll see about posting the log of that conversation so those of you that can't catch the chat session don't miss out on what he had to say.

As for prizes, chat and online prizes have been flowing pretty steadily and with 5 days to go, you know the best is yet to come!  I've already managed to haul a VCD Alien, Medicom Han Solo figure and a Sideshow keychain so I'm definitely a happy camper.  I love contests and trivia, BOOYA!

Several products have been revealed and posted for pre-order (you can check the complete list by clicking here) but one of the pieces I am MOST curious about is the mystery Life-Size Bust.  Could it be a Life-Size Gamorrean Bust from Star Wars?  Check out the trailer from Help Wanted:

I'm thinking yes, and if it, AWESOME!  Will he become an addition to the collection?  We shall see…  if quality is king, price is queen, and we all know the woman is ALWAYS right!

PREDATOR 2 BUST ON THE WAY!!!

Sideshow JUST posted a new Ask Sideshow post and there's some Predator stuff in there!  Read it by clicking HERE!

A. Would you consider creating another statue of the original Predator? I revisit the PF/maquette version that you created a few years ago, and I am still amazed at how beautiful and detailed it was. No on else has come close the quality that you bring to this subject/character, and I am sure I am not alone in this opinion and request!

Q. Absolutely – the original Predator will reappear in full-bodied form, in some format, at some point.

A. As a follow up to your beautiful Predator 1 life-size bust, is there any chance that fans will get a Predator 2 bust in the near future? If so, I would love to see a closed mandible sculpt that has a more aggressive look!

Q. Yes, we do plan to release a Predator 2 Life-Size Bust. We’ll pass along your facial expression suggestion!

OH SWEET MAMMA!!!!!!!!!!  Bring it!!!!!

That's it for tonight gang, see you tomorrow!
Dan

Good evening folks!  Day 2 of Sideshow's Spooktacular is just about closed up as the last of us are hanging around in chat hoping for another contest or giveaway!  Be sure to tune in to chat if you can, you can get all the information on how to join up by clicking HERE!  In terms of new products, the only thing that was cool was the ENORMOUS Hulk Buster Iron Man Comiquette, it's a beauty!  The exclusive sold out in 1 minute and 48 seconds!  You can still check out the regular version though…

The latest to join Sideshow's line of Marvel collectibles is the Hulkbuster Iron Man Comiquette. Each piece is individually painted and finished to exacting standards, each with its own unique quality and detail that is the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles product. Perfectly capturing Tony Stark's most formidable armor in approximately 1:6 scale, the Hulkbuster Iron Man Comiquette is a stunning representation of Old Shell Head as the Hulk fighting hero, and is a perfect complement to your favorite Hulk collectible!

Product Size: 21" H x 18" W x 18" D
Product Weight: 15.00 lbs

This thing is MASSIVE, you have to check out the photos of it next to the Hulk PF, it's insane!  Photos and pre-order can be found by clicking HERE!

In addition to the new products, chat finally opened today and we had a few giveaways… they gave out a 12 inch trooper, an LOTR frame and a Spooktacular hat and keychain.  I actually wasn't around tonight so I missed the contests, but it's all good, we'll make up for it later on in the week!  Please make sure you check the contest page though, there's a few new ones that were posted today.  And for those of you participating in the word scavenger hunt, there are currently 3 words out of the 20 that have been added somewhere on the site, so keep an eye out *cough* new videos *cough*.

Some specials have all been posted if you're interested… they have Executive Officer Kane from Alien at $112.49 instead of $149.99 and The Samaritan from Hellboy II is at $339.99 instead of $399.99.

It's great to see the old familiar faces from other chats and Sideshow events… Ozz, Guru, Fury, Happyboy, Shropt, Snake, binny, avfin, Pitu and all the rest, so good to see you guys again!

See you all tomorrow!
Dan

The fun begins!  Here are tonight's posted pre-orders for Day 1 of Spooktacular… starting off with some kickass Halo goodies, LOVE the Master Chief bust, hope to have one of those to review soon!  Let's check out today's new offerings:

Sideshow Collectibles is proud to present the brand new range of 1:2 scale busts from the massive Halo franchise by One2One. This Master Chief bust has been sculpted to capture one of the best-known icons within the Video Game industry. This 1:2 Scale Bust stands 12 inches tall and 12 inches wide. It is beautifully painted and the visor and the middle of the base are both faux gold plated. Sculpted by Peter Mook, the Master Chief Bust is cast in high-quality polystone, hand painted to the highest standards. Each piece is packed inside a molded foam interior, ready for safe shipment, and packaged in a beautiful full-color box with an authenticity card.

Product Size: 12" H x 12" W

Product Weight: 15.00 lbs

Check out all the photos or place your pre-order by CLICKING HERE!

Sideshow Collectibles is proud to present the brand new range of 1:2 scale busts from the massive Halo franchise by One2One. The latest in the bust series is the 1:2 scale Red Spartan. This Red Spartan bust has been hand sculpted to create another one of the iconic characters within the Halo universe. The 1:2 Scale Bust stands 12 inches tall and 12 inches wide. It is beautifully painted and the visor and the middle of the base are both faux gold plated.

Product Size: 12" H x 12" W
Product Weight: 15.00 lbs

Check out all the photos or place your pre-order by CLICKING HERE!

Sideshow Collectibles and Marvel Comics proudly present the latest addition to the Marvel Legendary Scale Bust series: Spider-Woman. This outstanding bust meets the standard of excellence that is the hallmark of a Sideshow sculpture, hand-finished, hand-painted and cast in the highest quality polystone. Capturing the alluring arachnid superhero perfectly, the Spider-Woman Legendary Scale Bust is a perfect addition to any Spider-Man or Marvel collection!

Product Size: 18" H x 9" W x 8.5" D
Product Weight: 9.00 lbs

Check out all the photos or place your pre-order by CLICKING HERE!

No Predators yet, but I'm hoping we see something very soon!  Stay tuned for more goodies and swag!

Enjoy,
Dan

Awhile back you guys may remember a cool Predator bust I showed off by a new name in the Predator sculpting world, mister Terry Norton.  You can check out that article by clicking HERE (scroll towards the bottom of the article to see Terry’s work).  Well folks, he’s back with some awesome new sculpts that are now available as kits and I thought you would like to see this.  He’s got a killer new T-Rex piece and a fairly huge Kong bust!

The T-Rex was sculpted in Super Sculpey and measures 27" from head to tail, so he’s a BEAST!  Kit is cast in Resin and looks absolutely STUNNING!  Check out the gallery link below for more photos of this beauty:

Next up is the Kong bust, based off the recent King Kong movie directed by Peter Jackson in 2005.  He’s sculpted using water based clay and measures 15" in height, so he’s definitely got some size to him!  Check out additional photos in the gallery by clicking the icon below:

For pricing, order info or for additional details, please contact Terry directly by clicking HERE!  Just be sure to tell him you saw his sexy sculpts on Predatorstuff so he knows where you’re coming from and please be sure to send me photos if you pick one up and paint it up.  Would love to see final build-ups!

Enjoy,
Dan