BL Batman -- Pre-prep

This is my first DC Direct bust that has been detoured to the work- bench and the learning curve has proven to be rather harrowing. Not overwhelmingly so--at least not yet; but definitely a "stay focused" experience. 

1. The bonded porcelain was softer than I have come to expect. This is not all bad, especially with what lay/lies ahead, but somewhat disconcerting.
2. I cannot say for certain, but it appears that DC Direct--or rather whoever does their figures/busts--does some serious post- casting finishing. Again, good and bad. Good--GREAT!--for the collector, as the finish is amongst the best I've seen. Not so good for the re-finisher, especially if stripping is involved. . . 
3. Accessory pieces (I do not have a final count) are music wire-pegged!
4. The adhesive used is excellent! Yet again a good/bad issue, depending on your perspective.

The very nice display base is, alas, no more; and the figure is ready for its final stripping phase. Hopefully the figure will be ready to start being worked-on by the end of the weekend.

More to follow. . .