Chris Howes: Maximus project!

[Lord Vicious]

your welcome LV. i've said it before but i'll say it again - you're a dude for offering this to everyone.

No problem, mate.

 

[C.Howes_Sculptor]

Trying to get to the point tonight where I can post some photos of different shoulder options!

 

[Lord Vicious]

Trying to get to the point tonight where I can post some photos of different shoulder options!

Can't wait to see them, mate! Also got some pics of the chest armor by any chance?

 

[Gruff Old Bear]

Yer a prince among men, Chris.

Now let's see if I have my upgrade math straight: I've prepaid for the armor and head. We ignore the head. I deduct the $100 for the original armor from the package price, so I send an additional $75 for everything on your list.

Does shipping also bump up two bucks? I can't remember, but I think all I've paid for shipping is five, so probably the answer's yes. $77 domestic upgrade then?

Additionally, we deal directly with Lord Vicious for the Sideshow Exclusive shoulder gear...forgive me; couldn't resist...which would ship with the other stuff directly from you.

We may or may not be sending you the payment for the blue cloth tunic; TBD after you've heard from Michael.

Deal directly with elvis1976 for the alternate leather outfit. Same with Shawn for the arm skins if desired.

Have I missed anything? I've been away from this thread for a while.

What we do in this thread echoes in eternity.

 

[C.Howes_Sculptor]

Yer a prince among men, Chris.

Now let's see if I have my upgrade math straight: I've prepaid for the armor and head. We ignore the head. I deduct the $100 for the original armor from the package price, so I send an additional $75 for everything on your list.

Does shipping also bump up two bucks? I can't remember, but I think all I've paid for shipping is five, so probably the answer's yes. $77 domestic upgrade then?

Additionally, we deal directly with Lord Vicious for the Sideshow Exclusive shoulder gear...forgive me; couldn't resist...which would ship with the other stuff directly from you.

We may or may not be sending you the payment for the blue cloth tunic; TBD after you've heard from Michael.

Deal directly with elvis1976 for the alternate leather outfit. Same with Shawn for the arm skins if desired.

Have I missed anything? I've been away from this thread for a while.

What we do in this thread echoes in eternity.

You got it! except, go ahead and pay me for Michael's tunics. Looks like there is an issue with PayPal in Brunei where he lives being able to accept foreign payments. I'll probably need to send off a MO to him for the whole shebang. I'm checking with him to see when a proto is done. He has the proper fabric, just a case of getting some done.

The extra shipping, as much as I hate to do it, is due to the need to package all the elements safely.

 

[C.Howes_Sculptor]

Can't wait to see them, mate! Also got some pics of the chest armor by any chance?

It isn't pretty yet, but yes I'll have the shoulder bits on the armor. The details are just outlines of wax, detailing is last moment thing so I don't screw it up while handling.

Boots will not be articulated, BTW. They just look dumb that way!

 

[lilnoosh1]

I really badly wanted to build two of these guys so i could distribute accessories amongst the two, but unfortunately between James Dean and Don Vito projects ill have to stick to 1 figure.

 

[Lord Vicious]

It isn't pretty yet, but yes I'll have the shoulder bits on the armor. The details are just outlines of wax, detailing is last moment thing so I don't screw it up while handling.

Boots will not be articulated, BTW. They just look dumb that way!

Thanks for the info about the boots, Chris! I'm sure they'll look great.

This will be the perfect Christmas gift for.... me

 

[C.Howes_Sculptor]

Thanks for the info about the boots, Chris! I'm sure they'll look great.

This will be the perfect Christmas gift for.... me

Finishing up the decoration on your shoulder piece! It's looking good.... Photos tonight, I swear!

Update: 2:18 AM EST....
I'm charging my camera battery and catching a few hours sleep. Lord Vicious' shoulder piece is done, decoration and all. Looks pretty cool!
When I get up I'll shoot photos of both shoulder armor styles.

 

[Lord Vicious]

Finishing up the decoration on your shoulder piece! It's looking good.... Photos tonight, I swear!

Update: 2:18 AM EST....
I'm charging my camera battery and catching a few hours sleep. Lord Vicious' shoulder piece is done, decoration and all. Looks pretty cool!
When I get up I'll shoot photos of both shoulder armor styles.

Come on Chris, sleep is for the weak!!

Just kidding, buddy. Get some rest, take your time. I'm sure the armor will look amazing!

 

[Mr Barlow]

I thought you didnt sleep Chris

 

[darkchylde80]

Oh boy, is it too late to be put down for the full kit, plus screaming head and paint job by Kuato? If not, put me down and I will send funds.

******* i'm gonna be broke!

 

[C.Howes_Sculptor]

I thought you didnt sleep Chris

Occasionally I do collapse. Usually, my dear wife just drapes a blanket over me wherever it happens! I slept a good solid 9 hours..... that hasn't happened in weeks.

OK!!!! Here are some quick snaps of the 2 types of shoulder gear. I'll put it on the figure with the chest plate later today after I clean up the chest a little....
Shown are both the finale shoulder Piece and the LV shoulder piece and strap. The LV piece goes on the left shoulder and the strap is used on the right when wearing the chest plate. The strap is not needed with Seb's leather. The pink wax details will be the silver bits against the black of the armor.

The Finale shoulder piece will go on both left and right shoulders.

A dead on shot of the LV piece

The LV piece and strap option alone.

 

[C.Howes_Sculptor]

Oh boy, is it too late to be put down for the full kit, plus screaming head and paint job by Kuato? If not, put me down and I will send funds.

******* i'm gonna be broke!

I hope I don't make you go broke!!!! After all, there are lots of other projects I want you to be able to afford.

Sure, just send me an official order email..... you can find details a few pages back.

Thanks!

 

[Ultramanimator]

Occasionally I do collapse. Usually, my dear wife just drapes a blanket over me wherever it happens! I slept a good solid 9 hours..... that hasn't happened in weeks.

OK!!!! Here are some quick snaps of the 2 types of shoulder gear. I'll put it on the figure with the chest plate later today after I clean up the chest a little....
Shown are both the finale shoulder Piece and the LV shoulder piece and strap. The LV piece goes on the left shoulder and the strap is used on the right when wearing the chest plate. The strap is not needed with Seb's leather. The pink wax details will be the silver bits against the black of the armor.

The Finale shoulder piece will go on both left and right shoulders.

A dead on shot of the LV piece

The LV piece and strap option alone.

YES!!! This is absolutely beautiful! So glad I have one coming!

 

[Lord Vicious]

Chris, mate... that looks... unbelievable!!!!

Wow,.. just.. wow

 

[C.Howes_Sculptor]

Chris, mate... that looks... unbelievable!!!!

Wow,.. just.. wow

Glad you like it!
It's all coming together now.

That cat looks like he tweaking on acid...

 

[elvis1976]

man it looks awesome! You trully are an artist!!!!

 

[lilnoosh1]

that's the bees knees right there, they are looking really good

 

[galactiboy]

Man, unbelievable Chris! Stellar work