1/6 Lieutenant Columbo WIP

VashDStampede · Mar 16, 2023

Still an early work in progress, but I’ve been in a Columbo mood lately and have re-watched six seasons in the past two weeks.
I don’t know why I didn’t have this figure in my collection for all these years, but I figured it is about time to add my favorite detective to the shelves.
Anyway, here’s where I’m at after two sittings. Still trying to tighten up the likeness before getting to the hair and details.

“I’m sorry to bother you. Just one more question.” What’s your favorite Columbo moment?

-Ely

Mr.E · Mar 16, 2023

Nice work! Always refreshing to see the classics get some 1/6 attention.

VashDStampede · Mar 19, 2023

Mr.E said:
Nice work! Always refreshing to see the classics get some 1/6 attention.

Thanks! Hopefully I can do justice to Columbo.
Still waiting on a few more pieces, but here’s where I’m at so far with the body:

VashDStampede · Mar 20, 2023

Just test printed a head to see the size and I think it's a pretty good scale to the body.

VashDStampede · Mar 20, 2023

Just some new modifications to the sculpt:

VashDStampede · Mar 20, 2023

Here's a print test of the new head, and I think it's looking a lot better:

VashDStampede · Mar 23, 2023

Not much to update with the sculpt, but I got the Lt. a little companion:

VashDStampede · Mar 25, 2023

Working on making the first season badge. The top is my first trial but the more chrome badge on the bottom will be mounted on a pleather badge holder.

VashDStampede · Mar 25, 2023

Here's the v2 of Columbo's badge. There's a working pocket on the picture side so I can replace it with a new photo if needed:

Mike86 · Mar 25, 2023

Pretty cool! I only discovered Columbo within the past few years or so. My fiancée’s parents (especially her dad) watch a lot of classic tv shows and it’s among them. Pretty well made show for the time.

VashDStampede · Mar 26, 2023

Mike86 said:
Pretty cool! I only discovered Columbo within the past few years or so. My fiancée’s parents (especially her dad) watch a lot of classic tv shows and it’s among them. Pretty well made show for the time.

Thanks! Glad you enjoy the show as well. I grew up watching reruns of the show and we looked forward to the tv specials. Watching the seasons again and still enjoying each episode so many years later is a testament to the writing as well as the acting ability of Peter Falk. Columbo is my second favorite detective next to Sherlock Holmes.

VashDStampede · Mar 27, 2023

More props for Columbo:

I designed, printed, and painted the pencils.
I tried to replicate the Citadel notebook as seen in one of the earlier episodes as well as the writing and doodle.
My wife wanted me to make him his peanut butter and raisin bread, so I did.
I may never get to it, but I really would like to get his 1959 Peugeot 403 Cabriolet printed out to go with the figure.

VashDStampede · Mar 28, 2023

Finally got around to shortening the body and I think the proportions look a lot better now:

VashDStampede · Mar 28, 2023

Not too much progress, but I did muss up his hair a bit:

Kevin Sigmund · Aug 13, 2023

VashDStampede said:
Still an early work in progress, but I’ve been in a Columbo mood lately and have re-watched six seasons in the past two weeks.
I don’t know why I didn’t have this figure in my collection for all these years, but I figured it is about time to add my favorite detective to the shelves.
Anyway, here’s where I’m at after two sittings. Still trying to tighten up the likeness before getting to the hair and details.
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“I’m sorry to bother you. Just one more question.” What’s your favorite Columbo moment?

-Ely

You should also make a 1/12 scale version for this body Manipple MP72 1/12 Scale Report Costume set

Mondragon · Oct 12, 2023

He's looking terrific ...

VashDStampede said:
I may never get to it, but I really would like to get his 1959 Peugeot 403 Cabriolet printed out to go with the figure.

Ahh, ....just one more thing,
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If you do ever find that car, please do share the pics. with the 1:6 vehicles thread :wink1:

Mondragon said:
I don't know what's older, more rumpled, and beat-up? His trench-coat or.... his 1959 Peugeot cabriolet ?
If ever a car matched it's owner, this is it!

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rheks · Feb 5, 2024

Dear VashDStampede, I was looking for a 1/6 figure including clothes, just like the photo you posted on 03/28/2023. Only the body/props, without the head. Could we get in contact about this? You can find me on X as The Real Hekscher. Thanks so much, Ralph

ferris209 · May 24, 2024

I already have a Columbo figure, but his clothes look nowhere near as good as yours, if possible, I like as many details on his clothes and accessories. Thank you

rheks · May 24, 2024

rheks said:
Dear VashDStampede, I was looking for a 1/6 figure including clothes, just like the photo you posted on 03/28/2023. Only the body/props, without the head. Could we get in contact about this? You can find me on X as The Real Hekscher. Thanks so much, Ralph

ferris209 said:
I already have a Columbo figure, but his clothes look nowhere near as good as yours, if possible, I like as many details on his clothes and accessories. Thank you

I got this info:
• 1/6 Scale KHAKI Color Suit Full Set For 12" Hot Toys Coomodel Male Figure U.S.A.
• 1/6 Jacket Trench Coat Windcoat Outerwear Clothing for 12inch Figure Khaki.
• 1/6 Brown Plastic Shoes Boots Model For 12inch Male HT PH TBL Action Figure Body.

rheks · Jul 31, 2024

Dear VashDStampede, can you make a 1/6 Scale Citadel Notebook with pencil for me? I’d love to obtain this prop. Greetings, Ralph

VashDStampede said:
More props for Columbo:
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I designed, printed, and painted the pencils.
I tried to replicate the Citadel notebook as seen in one of the earlier episodes as well as the writing and doodle.
My wife wanted me to make him his peanut butter and raisin bread, so I did.
I may never get to it, but I really would like to get his 1959 Peugeot 403 Cabriolet printed out to go with the figure.

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