Ant-Man - Prepwork: The Manifold

With some left-over putty, I filled in the three random air holes in the casting, and rebuilt the portion of the collar that broke-off while removing the helmet. I would point out that the collar would have required reworking regardless, but more on this when the time comes. . . 

I had enough putty left to rough-in the shape of the "backpack"--the Pym Particle manifold. This will be the main additive element of the figure, and--as of this writing--the only item that will be scratchbuilt. 

The putty is now curing in the oven. . .

“When the cost of a hobby exceeds the fun and doesn't attract new people, the game is over.” -
Oscar Koveleski, August 2003

Ant-Man, part I

One of Gentle Giant's 2015 San Diego Comic Con exclusives was a limited edition (500), pre- painted collectible figurine of Ant-Man as portrayed by Paul Rudd in the eponymous film. Price- wise it was a steal! And even at the price that I luckily managed to pick one up long after they were sold-out, it was a steal. . .


The figurine is comprised of  5 pieces: helmet, body, arms, and the display pedestal. Overall height sans pedestal is ~90mm. Casting quality: EXCEPTIONAL!

I would say that it is ~75-80% screen accurate; which afaic means that you get to start the race on the final lap! The main restorative focus will be on the helmet and the Pym Particle manifold (i.e., the "backpack", which was given rather short shrift on the figure), with secondary consider- ation given to the gauntlets and bracers, and the belt. The rest of the piece is more than accept- able: it could use with additional detailing, etc., however, that remains at the discretion of the miniaturist.

So much for the figure, which is now 90% paint-free going into its second day in "the bath". Part II of this introductory review will hopefully follow within the fortnight.

Stay tuned!  

“When the cost of a hobby exceeds the fun and doesn't attract new people, the game is over.” -
Oscar Koveleski, August 2003