Sideshow King Kong armature question

[SpaceCrawler]

Does the Sideshow King Kong armature tend to get very loose, to where it cannot stand up? I imagine it can be tightened, but am not that familiar with the item. Any info would be appreciated.

Sean

 

[wax murderer]

It's not so much a question of getting"loose" as the materials it's made from. Most of the limb sections are cast in what I believe is"white metal", a tin -lead alloy.Unfortunately, this material has a rather low strength to weight rativer time the sections bend, so the joints loosen and the figure sags.I keep mine in a "4 point"pose;not as impressive as standing tall, but much safer(he damn near brained my wife once when he collapsed and pitched forward off the shelf).The only way I can see to resolve the problem would be replacing the long limb sections with a sturdier material, like machined alluminum.Haven't checked into the actual cost, but I imagine it would be pricey...PS

 

[SpaceCrawler]

So it's not possible to tighten the joints? (Were the joints ever tight to begin with?)
I was told it was cast metal (as you also said) so this made me question whether or not the joints can be tightened, which you seem to confirm. I have an opportunity to purchase one but am unsure of what the worth is and if the loose joint issue effects worth/price.

Sean

 

[wax murderer]

Please don't get me wrong;this IS my Grail piece, as it is for any Kong fan.The joints are designed to be tightened as needed;a wrench is even provided with the figure.Is it perfect...no. Am I glad I purchased it?Hell yeah!.You just have to be aware of, and willing to accommodate it's limitations...PS

 

[SpaceCrawler]

Any idea what price these go for these days?

Sean

 

[buzzybean]

It's not so much a question of getting"loose" as the materials it's made from. Most of the limb sections are cast in what I believe is"white metal", a tin -lead alloy.Unfortunately, this material has a rather low strength to weight rativer time the sections bend, so the joints loosen and the figure sags.I keep mine in a "4 point"pose;not as impressive as standing tall, but much safer(he damn near brained my wife once when he collapsed and pitched forward off the shelf).The only way I can see to resolve the problem would be replacing the long limb sections with a sturdier material, like machined alluminum.Haven't checked into the actual cost, but I imagine it would be pricey...PS

Wow, what a disappointment. Not worth the price people seem to be asking for this...

BB

 

[buzzybean]

Please don't get me wrong;this IS my Grail piece, as it is for any Kong fan.The joints are designed to be tightened as needed;a wrench is even provided with the figure.Is it perfect...no. Am I glad I purchased it?Hell yeah!.You just have to be aware of, and willing to accommodate it's limitations...PS

That's some limitations I wouldn't be happy with... I'll be content with looking at pics of the original for now.

BB

 

[wax murderer]

Let me put it this way; if you are a fan of the original Kong, this is a must-have. It's a near exact replica of the only surviving complete armature, for cryin' out loud.Limitations or not, it is the Grail of Kong...PS

 

[Adolfo]

One on ebay new in box now going for 1000, I bet it gets lot of interest.

 

[wax murderer]

Low number from the run-#46 of 500.Hell, mine's #133!Be interesting to see who gets it...PS

 

[Adolfo]

I'm very curious how it does. It is such a unique prop replica that I can't even think of what to compare it to?

 

[IronFingaz]

Low number from the run-#46 of 500.Hell, mine's #133!Be interesting to see who gets it...PS

#42 here

 

[occulum]

yes the joints can be tightened. I did mine on a few occasions.
Just don't over do it.
Don't try to make a stop-motion animation with him.
Its fairly easy to tighten everything and maybe place one hand down to help for balance and to help support the other joints from carrying all the weight.

IMO one thing to be aware of more than the joints is scratches on the base. It is very easily scratched by the armature....

 

[SpaceCrawler]

yes the joints can be tightened. I did mine on a few occasions.
Just don't over do it.
Don't try to make a stop-motion animation with him.
Its fairly easy to tighten everything and maybe place one hand down to help for balance and to help support the other joints from carrying all the weight.

IMO one thing to be aware of more than the joints is scratches on the base. It is very easily scratched by the armature....

Thank you for the answer.

Sean

 

[Adolfo]

Low number from the run-#46 of 500.Hell, mine's #133!Be interesting to see who gets it...PS

I think this will go for over 1200 and might be a rare chance to get one at that price. I'm still trying to figure out what to compare this prop too?

 

[wax murderer]

Now a second one has shown up, for a rather steep price($2500!). The new one is #126;#46 is up to a grand(so glad I got mine early)...PS

 

[Kingofthehill78]

Now a second one has shown up, for a rather steep price($2500!). The new one is #126;#46 is up to a grand(so glad I got mine early)...PS

That king kong armature did not just "show up" It has been up since October . $2500 is the price it has gone for in the past.(check the other king kong armature threads here, it has been sold for upwards of $3000)

 

[wax murderer]

Ok, now I'm really glad I got mine retail!...PS

 

[Bucephallos]

#46 here