willocrew
Super Freak
Pfft. So disappointing. Everytiem I click this thread, I'm hoping there some news.
eFX Darth Vader A NEW HOPE Helmet!
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furystorm
Super Freak
Just got a newsletter from eFX.
Surprised the "Legend" edition of this came in at a grand and they are only making 250, with more regulars, or idealized I suppose.
Too rich for my blood now. Good luck everyone!
Surprised the "Legend" edition of this came in at a grand and they are only making 250, with more regulars, or idealized I suppose.
Too rich for my blood now. Good luck everyone!
furystorm
Super Freak
Yep!
Wednesday, April 20th at 9 AM PST, with a $350 deposit!!!
Wednesday, April 20th at 9 AM PST, with a $350 deposit!!!
Qrest Fourstar
Super Freak
Since I never get the newsletter, could you cut and paste the info here?
furystorm
Super Freak
We have some very special surprises for you!_ First is obviously this newsletter!__There are some long anticipated announcements and_shipping updates, but let's start out with something special!
Luke Skywalker_“Reveal” Lightsaber
Episode VI: The Return of the Jedi
“You'll find I'm full of surprises.”-Luke Skywalker
_
You guys are great! You made the pre-orders for the Luke Skywalker “Reveal” Lightsaber a roaring success! We've all been patiently waiting to see the elusive deleted scene from Episode VI: Return of the Jedi, which features Luke constructing this new lightsaber. And now it'll finally be revealed this fall in the Bonus Materials of the Blue Ray Disc.
_
To show our appreciation for pre-ordering from us, or one of our authorized retailers, EVERY pre-order will include an exclusive_6" X 9"_print of Jerry VaderStelts's_compelling “Knight of Passage ” made by our friends at ACME Archives! How cool is that?
_
Check_our website_soon! More pictures of the lightsaber (including the electronics!) will be posted as all the pieces 'come together'
_
Darth Vader Helmet
Episode IV: A New Hope
"I find your lack of faith disturbing!"- Darth Vader
_
Luke Skywalker may have had no patience before his Jedi training, but all of you sure do! And it’s paid off! We are thrilled to (finally) announce_one of our most anticipated products:_Darth Vader’s original helmet as first seen in Episode IV: A New Hope !_ This replica_was cast from the vintage molds in the Lucasfilm archives, which are believed to be_Rick Baker’s original molds from 1977._ Lucasfilm allowed us to make a direct casting from these molds for our master pattern – this is NOT a digital scan! And this is what makes this a truly_exciting_collectible:_a direct lineage to the original helmet, and thus be as true to the original filming prop possible!
_
There will be 2 different versions of the Darth Vader Helmet replica to choose from:
_
Limited Edition
This version will possess all of the qualities of the original prop seen on-screen such as the correct, asymmetric geometry, accurate lenses, metal tusks and metal mouthpiece/chin grills._This version will be a little more 'idealized' for a_slightly more pristine look._The face mask's two-toned black and gunmetal paint pattern will be sprayed on for a more even coating and the dents and scratches found on the original helmet will be_filled-in or removed. As usual, the edition size will be determined by the pre-order, but limited to 1000 pieces worldwide.
_
Legend Edition
This version will replicate the helmet as it appeared on screen! Perfect for the Star Wars purist (you know who you are)._It will have all of the qualities of the Limited Edition, but the face mask's two-toned black and gunmetal paint pattern will have the film-accurate brush-painted look and will have some of the more identifiable dents and scratches found on the original helmet. The edition size will be limited to only 250 pieces worldwide, thus_making this one of our rarest collectibles.
_
Mark your calendars and set your alarm clocks to pre-order this_essential_piece of history for every Star Wars collection._ Your collection will not be 'complete' without it!
_
The Legend Edition will be available for pre-order starting _Wednesday, April_20 at 9AM PST. This version is EXCLUSIVE to our website._ There is a $350 Non-Refundable deposit required_when you_place your pre-order.
_
The Limited Edition will be available for pre-order on Friday, April 22 at 9AM PST. This version will be available through our website and all of our authorized retailers_and distributors._ There is a $300 Non-Refundable deposit required at the time you place your pre-order.
_
*Plus S/H and_applicable CA Sales Tax._ For our international customers, you will be responsible for all duties and taxes levied by your country.
SHIPPING UPDATES
For the latest updates, just click on one of the products and it will take you to our website for complete information.
SANDTROOPER
HELMET - PCR
Now Shipping
CELEBRATION V LUKE SKYWALKER ESB X-WING PILOT HELMET
July, 2011
ANH TIE FIGHTER
FX MODEL
Summer, 2011
LUKE SKYWALKER "REVEAL" ROTJ LIGHTSABER
July, 2011
CAPT. NEMO'S NAUTILUS
FX MODEL
Summer,_2011
UPCOMING
PRE-ORDERS
LUKE SKYWALKER ANH X-WING PILOT HELMET
Limited Edition
STAR TREK P1 STUNT PHASER__
"Redshirt" Edition
BATTLESTAR GALACTICA VIPER PILOT HELMET
Signature Edition
For the most updated information, check our website
CLICK HERE for more information about D23!
TRON’S Helmet
TRON – 1982
_
“We made it!… this far.” -TRON
No need to hack into our computer system, here’s a sneak peek at our replica of TRON’s Helmet. This technological challenge has been in the works since the days of the floppy disc (OK, maybe not that long). This_is a replica of the original helmet worn by TRON (Bruce Boxleitner) in the original 1982 film._ Keep your quarters handy; this game is just getting started.
_
_
Capt. Nemo's Nautilus
20,000 Leagues under the Sea
_
All ashore who’s going ashore! Pre-orders for our 4' model of Capt. Nemo's Nautilus will close on April 30._ You
don't want to miss this boat… or submarine, rather.
_
Disney has given the aye-aye on our latest pre-production sample._ Once final changes are addressed, it’s full steam ahead into production._
_
Don't get shipwrecked on Vulcania. Order today!_ For more details and information, just click on the Nautilus above!
_
STAR TREK - THE ORIGINAL SERIES
Rare original fabric set (Final name pending)
"For God's sake Jim, I'm a doctor, not a seamstress" - Dr. Bones McCoy . . . possibly!
_
Own a piece of Star Trek history! Literally._
Can you believe there’s still left over fabric from the_tunics for Season 2 of the original series? During a product meeting last year, Steve Horch gave us this fabric. According to him,_he acquired these_pieces of fabric_many years ago and it was actually being used as a dust cover for garment racks!!!__ What a waste of good memorabilia!
_
It’s ours now, thanks to Steve, and turned into a unique collectible for you. This set will include the gold of the Command Tunic and the blue of the Science Tunic. (Unfortunately, there was no red fabric left over, probably because they used all of the red material due to_all the "redshirt" crew they killed off . . . just a theory!)
_
The edition size will be determined by the number that we can make from the small amount of fabric we have.
Revenue generated from this historic Star Trek product will be shared with the Horch family.
_
On a more serious note . . . . We would like to thank all of you who placed a pre-order for the Celebration V Exclusive Luke Skywalker' s ESB X-wing Helmet,_the ANH TIE Fighter and the Nautilus and have been so patient with us. As we have stated on our website, in addition to_production issues, we have also encountered a labor shortage_since the Chinese New Years holiday._Fortunately, all of the manufacturing issues encountered are easily resolved, but unfortunately, it causes further delays. Rest assured that we are working closely with our vendors to complete the production of these items as soon as possible, without compromise.
_
We will be updating our website in the next few days with latest updates.
_
Well that is it for this newsletter._ We appreciate your continued support_as we bring the highest quality replicas to you._ We will have some great things to share with you as we draw closer to Comic Con!
_
Product specifications are subject to change without notice._ Some prototypes shown.
© 2011 Lucasfilm & TM._ All rights reserved._ © Disney_ TM & © 2011 Universal Studios_TM &© 2011_ CBS_Studios Inc.
© 2011 eFX In. & TM
Luke Skywalker_“Reveal” Lightsaber
Episode VI: The Return of the Jedi
“You'll find I'm full of surprises.”-Luke Skywalker
_
You guys are great! You made the pre-orders for the Luke Skywalker “Reveal” Lightsaber a roaring success! We've all been patiently waiting to see the elusive deleted scene from Episode VI: Return of the Jedi, which features Luke constructing this new lightsaber. And now it'll finally be revealed this fall in the Bonus Materials of the Blue Ray Disc.
_
To show our appreciation for pre-ordering from us, or one of our authorized retailers, EVERY pre-order will include an exclusive_6" X 9"_print of Jerry VaderStelts's_compelling “Knight of Passage ” made by our friends at ACME Archives! How cool is that?
_
Check_our website_soon! More pictures of the lightsaber (including the electronics!) will be posted as all the pieces 'come together'
_
Darth Vader Helmet
Episode IV: A New Hope
"I find your lack of faith disturbing!"- Darth Vader
_
Luke Skywalker may have had no patience before his Jedi training, but all of you sure do! And it’s paid off! We are thrilled to (finally) announce_one of our most anticipated products:_Darth Vader’s original helmet as first seen in Episode IV: A New Hope !_ This replica_was cast from the vintage molds in the Lucasfilm archives, which are believed to be_Rick Baker’s original molds from 1977._ Lucasfilm allowed us to make a direct casting from these molds for our master pattern – this is NOT a digital scan! And this is what makes this a truly_exciting_collectible:_a direct lineage to the original helmet, and thus be as true to the original filming prop possible!
_
There will be 2 different versions of the Darth Vader Helmet replica to choose from:
_
Limited Edition
This version will possess all of the qualities of the original prop seen on-screen such as the correct, asymmetric geometry, accurate lenses, metal tusks and metal mouthpiece/chin grills._This version will be a little more 'idealized' for a_slightly more pristine look._The face mask's two-toned black and gunmetal paint pattern will be sprayed on for a more even coating and the dents and scratches found on the original helmet will be_filled-in or removed. As usual, the edition size will be determined by the pre-order, but limited to 1000 pieces worldwide.
_
Legend Edition
This version will replicate the helmet as it appeared on screen! Perfect for the Star Wars purist (you know who you are)._It will have all of the qualities of the Limited Edition, but the face mask's two-toned black and gunmetal paint pattern will have the film-accurate brush-painted look and will have some of the more identifiable dents and scratches found on the original helmet. The edition size will be limited to only 250 pieces worldwide, thus_making this one of our rarest collectibles.
_
Mark your calendars and set your alarm clocks to pre-order this_essential_piece of history for every Star Wars collection._ Your collection will not be 'complete' without it!
_
The Legend Edition will be available for pre-order starting _Wednesday, April_20 at 9AM PST. This version is EXCLUSIVE to our website._ There is a $350 Non-Refundable deposit required_when you_place your pre-order.
_
The Limited Edition will be available for pre-order on Friday, April 22 at 9AM PST. This version will be available through our website and all of our authorized retailers_and distributors._ There is a $300 Non-Refundable deposit required at the time you place your pre-order.
_
*Plus S/H and_applicable CA Sales Tax._ For our international customers, you will be responsible for all duties and taxes levied by your country.
SHIPPING UPDATES
For the latest updates, just click on one of the products and it will take you to our website for complete information.
SANDTROOPER
HELMET - PCR
Now Shipping
CELEBRATION V LUKE SKYWALKER ESB X-WING PILOT HELMET
July, 2011
ANH TIE FIGHTER
FX MODEL
Summer, 2011
LUKE SKYWALKER "REVEAL" ROTJ LIGHTSABER
July, 2011
CAPT. NEMO'S NAUTILUS
FX MODEL
Summer,_2011
UPCOMING
PRE-ORDERS
LUKE SKYWALKER ANH X-WING PILOT HELMET
Limited Edition
STAR TREK P1 STUNT PHASER__
"Redshirt" Edition
BATTLESTAR GALACTICA VIPER PILOT HELMET
Signature Edition
For the most updated information, check our website
CLICK HERE for more information about D23!
TRON’S Helmet
TRON – 1982
_
“We made it!… this far.” -TRON
No need to hack into our computer system, here’s a sneak peek at our replica of TRON’s Helmet. This technological challenge has been in the works since the days of the floppy disc (OK, maybe not that long). This_is a replica of the original helmet worn by TRON (Bruce Boxleitner) in the original 1982 film._ Keep your quarters handy; this game is just getting started.
_
_
Capt. Nemo's Nautilus
20,000 Leagues under the Sea
_
All ashore who’s going ashore! Pre-orders for our 4' model of Capt. Nemo's Nautilus will close on April 30._ You
don't want to miss this boat… or submarine, rather.
_
Disney has given the aye-aye on our latest pre-production sample._ Once final changes are addressed, it’s full steam ahead into production._
_
Don't get shipwrecked on Vulcania. Order today!_ For more details and information, just click on the Nautilus above!
_
STAR TREK - THE ORIGINAL SERIES
Rare original fabric set (Final name pending)
"For God's sake Jim, I'm a doctor, not a seamstress" - Dr. Bones McCoy . . . possibly!
_
Own a piece of Star Trek history! Literally._
Can you believe there’s still left over fabric from the_tunics for Season 2 of the original series? During a product meeting last year, Steve Horch gave us this fabric. According to him,_he acquired these_pieces of fabric_many years ago and it was actually being used as a dust cover for garment racks!!!__ What a waste of good memorabilia!
_
It’s ours now, thanks to Steve, and turned into a unique collectible for you. This set will include the gold of the Command Tunic and the blue of the Science Tunic. (Unfortunately, there was no red fabric left over, probably because they used all of the red material due to_all the "redshirt" crew they killed off . . . just a theory!)
_
The edition size will be determined by the number that we can make from the small amount of fabric we have.
Revenue generated from this historic Star Trek product will be shared with the Horch family.
_
On a more serious note . . . . We would like to thank all of you who placed a pre-order for the Celebration V Exclusive Luke Skywalker' s ESB X-wing Helmet,_the ANH TIE Fighter and the Nautilus and have been so patient with us. As we have stated on our website, in addition to_production issues, we have also encountered a labor shortage_since the Chinese New Years holiday._Fortunately, all of the manufacturing issues encountered are easily resolved, but unfortunately, it causes further delays. Rest assured that we are working closely with our vendors to complete the production of these items as soon as possible, without compromise.
_
We will be updating our website in the next few days with latest updates.
_
Well that is it for this newsletter._ We appreciate your continued support_as we bring the highest quality replicas to you._ We will have some great things to share with you as we draw closer to Comic Con!
_
Product specifications are subject to change without notice._ Some prototypes shown.
© 2011 Lucasfilm & TM._ All rights reserved._ © Disney_ TM & © 2011 Universal Studios_TM &© 2011_ CBS_Studios Inc.
© 2011 eFX In. & TM
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Limited Edition is good enough for me. can't wait
furystorm
Super Freak
Still a $300 deposit on that one, but no mention of the price anywhere. Probably $900 though, based on the deposit.
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yeah, I'm assuming the price will be pretty hefty with that kind of deposit, but at least it's $300 less to worry about when they're ready to ship in a few years
Qrest Fourstar
Super Freak
Ok, so I've never ordered from Efx before. To make it easier, I should probably have my CC info in their system. Will it be like a SS PPO? Or can I call in?
Cool that they are doing a TRON helmet.
Cool that they are doing a TRON helmet.
jkno
Stormtrooper
DeadLeaves
Super Freak
Cool, finally a PO date. 
What's the price tag on the limited? They don't seem to mention it in the newsletter, unless I missed it.
What's the price tag on the limited? They don't seem to mention it in the newsletter, unless I missed it.
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Hey guys!
Here are some additional shots of the two versions.
I couldn't be more pleased with how they turned out.
A big thanks to eFX for bringing a replica of this caliber to the fans!
BTW, if your collection does not focus on replica helmets, you might want to consider making an exception in this case.
LEGEND EDITION
.
Here are some additional shots of the two versions.
I couldn't be more pleased with how they turned out.
A big thanks to eFX for bringing a replica of this caliber to the fans!
BTW, if your collection does not focus on replica helmets, you might want to consider making an exception in this case.
LEGEND EDITION
.
I'll be the first to agree, we buy these things because we like them. But, I tend to justify paying the prices by looking at the ability of the item to at least hold up the value of the purchase price in case I need fast cash in an emergency. I've gotten alright at gauging Sideshow and Hot Toys, but have nothing to go by on eFX. Does something like this tend to hold up well?
furystorm
Super Freak
I opted out of my McVader, which had the same edition size as the Legend edition of this, and retailed for $900. The end result was, I made about $300...
You be the judge. This will be a sought after masterpiece.
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