ephrael Posted March 9, 2013 Share Posted March 9, 2013 have you considered making the mold, and doing the casting by yourself? as a fellow sculptor i can tell you it is a lot less challenging that one might think. I cant say much about companies based in the UK, but here in the states, a company called Smooth-On makes excellent molding and casting products. I am a huge fan of their stuff and use if for most all of my projects. All in all, what im saying is mold and cast yourself. The knowledge is absolutely invaluable and it will save you a FORTUNE. if you have any questions at all feel free to PM me. I'm making some headway into this area myself. Would you mind if I PM'd you and picked your brain a little with a few questions of my own some time sombrero master? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3324172 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gargantuan Posted March 9, 2013 Share Posted March 9, 2013 This is way too big to be true scale. If you're going to sell it then GW can rightfully try to shut you down. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3324209 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sombreromaster Posted March 9, 2013 Share Posted March 9, 2013 feel free, brother mikhail. ill be checking my inbox soon. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3324501 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dechande Posted March 10, 2013 Author Share Posted March 10, 2013 @Somberomaster. I appreciate the info. My biggest problem is having the time to learn and do the casting. I did try to cast it myself/with a friend who has experience but the results were not ideal and no where near what I have now, thanks to paying a professional to do it. Obviously it does cost a fair bit to have it cast in small runs, hopefully I'll make some of it back when I sell these. I'd certainly be interested in some pics of what you have made and cast though, if you'd like to share? @Gargantuan. Thanks for the constructive post?? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3324738 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Mike Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 This is way too big to be true scale. If you're going to sell it then GW can rightfully try to shut you down. ... but other than that, good job? I think it's a great model, very detailed and well executed. Would love to see one painted! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3327430 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Somar Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 this is awesome work, loving it and also hope to see one painted. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3327505 Share on other sites More sharing options...
EPK Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 @Gargantuan. Thanks for the constructive post?? To be fair, he's right. You have a whole lot of GW icons and bits in that model. You could always do a more generic version which in turn could even sell better as the buyer can customize as needed. We don't all play the boys in blue. An amazing sculpt nonetheless. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3328013 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Ambroz Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Yes and when you're done with that, do some traitor marines! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3328049 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dosjetka Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 @Gargantuan. Thanks for the constructive post?? To be fair, he's right. You have a whole lot of GW icons and bits in that model. You could always do a more generic version which in turn could even sell better as the buyer can customize as needed. We don't all play the boys in blue. An amazing sculpt nonetheless. He is indeed correct. Too much gives this away as a GW-based model and so unless you want GW lawyers knocking at your door, you'd better make the model more generic if you plan on selling it. Excellent work though :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3328153 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dechande Posted March 1, 2014 Author Share Posted March 1, 2014 It's been some time since I last posted. Unfortunately I was in hospital last year with a fairly serious head injury and I didn't pick up a paintbrush or sculpting tools for just over a year. In January I decided to start this project, it has gone quite quickly but has still taken many hours to complete. It isn't quite finished really, there are a few gaps I need to fill in before I can get it cast. I may add some wiring/more bits to the axe yet also. This figure isn't anyone in particular, the original thought was Odin in terminator armour. I used the legs and torso from my last figure after plenty of cutting and filing. He stands 55mm at the tallest point and 45mm to eye level. I got a pic of him next to a GW figure for comparison. The feedback I got on the Ultramarine was really helpful, so, with that in mind, all comments and criticism welcome as well as any questions The sword is the same height as the right hand figure, the axe is longer. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606102 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aqui Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 That is gorgeous! Loads of detail without it being too crowded Russ himself would be proud! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606104 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deathstrike_Chimera Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Oh :cuss that's fantastic! One if he best models/sculpts I've ever seen! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606117 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyaenidae Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Holy guacamole, that dude is freakin' awesome. The detail alone is absolute madness. Fantastic job, man. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606122 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt Lazarus Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 WOW!! Just wow... i'm green with envy of your skills. well done Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606126 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Sgt. Steine Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 That's really tight man. Hope to see more. BSS Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606130 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aridene Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Awesome brother Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606177 Share on other sites More sharing options...
reckoning Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Just echoing everyone else at this point. Fantastic job! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606197 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mortarion Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Amazing. The pose is really great and the details look fantastic. I really like the face. However, if I were to offer some constructive critisism, I think that the fur is a bit too even. It looks carefully trimmed rather then a wild wolf. Especially the loincloth - it almost looks like chainmail. But that is just a minor critique on an otherwise amazing figure. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606242 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doghouse Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Superb, absolutely gorgeous mini. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606329 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astartes-ULTRA Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Outstanding work, brother. My favourite part of the sculpt has to be the face. Proof that you dont always need protruding fangs to show the character of a space wolf, just nordic charm. Welcome back, my only question is has the head injury improved your modelling skills? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606361 Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionofjudah Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Welcome back to the Fang!!! That is fantastic man! Only crit would be the even bottom edge of the pelt.... the detail is incredible!!! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606695 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honda Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 First off, welcome back and I wish you continued healing. Head injuries are not fun. Secondly, what a beautiful monster he is. You have given him so much character and presence. <stands and applauds> I do agree regarding the above comments, that the pelt could be a tad more uneven, but other than that...just wow! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606765 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vash113 Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Amazing work, I agree with the other posters. Only thing I would suggest is maybe add something to the back of the pelt, like a chain with some wolf teeth or runic totems, something to break up the large expanse of fur. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606817 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kronus Stormbringer Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 Im not sure that anything I write here does what you have posted above justice .. completely gorgeous Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606841 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koriel Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 Wow.....just wow. The amount of detail on that guy is just epic. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/261091-dechandes-true-scale-thread-1109-war-walker-cockpit-added/page/3/#findComment-3606852 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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