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  • SonofSeanSonofSean
    Posts: 207
    TR007 wrote: »
    SonofSean wrote: »
    TR007 wrote: »
    SonofSean wrote: »
    There's a video review of the figure on Youtube. It is a great figure.
    Apart from the accessories I honestly see very little difference between this and the Sideshow version.

    You should go Specsavers. Seriously. I have both. The difference is night and day. The face sculpt alone is incredibly well done, but look...save your money if your not convinced but don't talk utter rubbish when the difference is HUGE. I'm a 1/6 figure addict. This is an impressive (not perfect) figure.
    Steady on. It’s just a shame they didn’t make the most of the license while they had it. It’s sad as a Bond fan to see that the quality dropped massively from the initial GF line to this DN one.
    I do hope that if another company takes the license they will be more proactive in making a wider variety of figures and to a much higher standard than Big Chief.

    Apologies, old chap. Didn't mean to be rude (the Specsavers line was meant in jest). Sorry about that. Differences of opinion are the spice of life.
  • SonofSeanSonofSean
    Posts: 207
    Birdleson wrote: »
    @SonofSean No need to be antagonistic to make your point.

    Agreed. Didn't mean to come across that way. I've apologised.
  • delfloriadelfloria
    edited March 2022 Posts: 2,040
    Regarding the video; I love the fact he says he is a BIG Bond fan and then calls the Beretta pistol a PPK and says the the cards and "shoe" will enable you to play at Casino Royale........instead of The Circle Club (Club Le Cercle).
  • SonofSeanSonofSean
    edited April 2022 Posts: 207
    delfloria wrote: »
    Regarding the video; I love the fact he says he is a BIG Bond fan and then calls the Beretta pistol a PPK and says the the cards and "shoe" will enable you to play at Casino Royale........instead of The Circle Club (Club Le Cercle).

    It's a quick review of a figure. I looked at the Youtube clip and he acknowledged his mistake in the comments. Doubt he'd be buying it if he hated James Bond, ergo he's a Bond fan, otherwise I guess he'd be making video reviews of Red Post Boxes.
  • SonOfSean2SonOfSean2 United Kingdom
    Posts: 7
    The figure has now sold out on both Big Chief Studios site and the official 007 Store.
  • RogueAgentRogueAgent
    Posts: 12,596
    I received my models a couple of days ago and to be honest? I love them, Their is certainly a clear step up in sculpt quality and clothing attire as well accessories compared to the Sideshow line which i love and own all their line too, with the exception of the 1/4 scale Connery Thunderball variant.

    I wasn't aware that their licence had expired with Eon? Certainly explains why they couldn't tell me what their next release was then? My biggest complaint with Big Chief was the lack of regular product. When it is produced far away in China like most goods is not ideal.

    Whoever gets the opportunity next? I hope the product and opportunity is fully exploited moving forward?
  • MajorDSmytheMajorDSmythe "I tolerate this century, but I don't enjoy it."Moderator
    Posts: 14,208
    There are other companies out there, but I don't know if they could afford the licence. I am a big fan of Phicen/TB League, I have approximately 10 (9 are licenced and 1 is a kitbash of my own creation) of their figures, but I don't know if they could afford the Bond licence.

    Star Ace are another possibility, but again, I don't know if they could afford Bond. I have their Sir Christopher Lee, Scars Of Dracula figure, and it's a very nice figure. The tailoring needs no futzing, just put the cape on, and display.
  • RogueAgentRogueAgent
    Posts: 12,596
    How much is the Bond license? How long does it last for? Do we think the game is up for Big Chief? Is this an Eon only type thing or does Amazon have say on it? When would a new licence be issued baring in mind it is now the 60th Anniversary?
  • delfloriadelfloria
    Posts: 2,040
    SonofSean wrote: »
    delfloria wrote: »
    Regarding the video; I love the fact he says he is a BIG Bond fan and then calls the Beretta pistol a PPK and says the the cards and "shoe" will enable you to play at Casino Royale........instead of The Circle Club (Club Le Cercle).

    It's a quick review of a figure. I looked at the Youtube clip and he acknowledged his mistake in the comments. Doubt he'd be buying it if he hated James Bond, ergo he's a Bond fan, otherwise I guess he'd be making video reviews of Red Post Boxes.

    Thanks for the clarification because i missed his correction in the comments.
  • MajorDSmytheMajorDSmythe "I tolerate this century, but I don't enjoy it."Moderator
    edited August 2023 Posts: 14,208
    It doesn't make any difference to Bond fans, as the Bond already died, but Big Chief Studios has now ceased trading.

    It is with heavy heart that I must inform our customers that despite our best efforts Big Chief Studios, the Company, has been forced to cease trading.

    Having gotten through the global pandemic, the subsequent numerous knock-on effects have combined, creating a perfect storm that has extended delays to both the manufacture and release of our products. The current cost of living crisis and economic downturn have resulted in plummeting sales, which has seriously impacted our ability to continue and for us to be able to negotiate the renewal of our key licenses with any certainty.

    I have carefully considered the financial position of the Company and following receipt of specialist advice from Begbies Traynor, I have concluded that the Company is unable to pay its debts and can no longer continue to trade. The necessary steps need be taken to place the Company into creditors’ voluntary liquidation. You will shortly be receiving a formal notification from them detailing the liquidation process and steps that you may be able to take to secure a refund of any deposits you may have paid.

    Having worked tirelessly for over a decade to deliver high-end collectables, it is deeply wounding for myself and the team. I am sincerely sorry to all our loyal customers and apologise wholeheartedly for the situation.

    For further information kindly send any queries to [email protected]



    Yours sincerely

    Mark Andrews
    Managing Director, Big Chief Studios Ltd.

    https://www.bigchiefstudios.co.uk/


    I figured that the Doctor Who line would run out of steam before it got to McCoy, but I didn't expect this. This is also the reason why I never pre-order.
  • cooperman2cooperman2 Uk
    Posts: 408
    First Network and now Big Chief. This is sad news
  • MajorDSmytheMajorDSmythe "I tolerate this century, but I don't enjoy it."Moderator
    edited August 2023 Posts: 14,208
    cooperman2 wrote: »
    First Network and now Big Chief. This is sad news

    I noticed they'd gone too. Network were a treasure trove of older British films and tv shows.
  • RogueAgentRogueAgent
    Posts: 12,596
    I wonder if or who will step forward to try for the Bond license?
  • MajorDSmytheMajorDSmythe "I tolerate this century, but I don't enjoy it."Moderator
    edited February 8 Posts: 14,208
    It looks like Hot Toys have picked up the Bond licence.

    https://www.sideshow.com/whats-new/james-bond-figures

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  • dragonskydragonsky
    edited February 9 Posts: 2,501
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    It looks like Hot Toys have picked up the Bond licence.

    https://www.sideshow.com/whats-new/james-bond-figures

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    Dang they have a "sign up for info" part, but it forces you to create an account..

    How's their quality?

    edit: ok after googling..great quality, but pricey....
  • MajorDSmytheMajorDSmythe "I tolerate this century, but I don't enjoy it."Moderator
    Posts: 14,208
    dragonsky wrote: »
    MajorDSmythe wrote: »
    It looks like Hot Toys have picked up the Bond licence.

    https://www.sideshow.com/whats-new/james-bond-figures

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    Dang they have a "sign up for info" part, but it forces you to create an account..

    How's their quality?

    edit: ok after googling..great quality, but pricey....

    Generally good quality, but the prices have skyrocketed over the years.
  • LeonardPineLeonardPine The Bar on the Beach
    Posts: 4,403
    Just looked at their website. Not as expensive as i thought. There is a Lt. Valeris figure from Star Trek The Undiscovered Country for pre-order at £170 with flexible payment options with no interest.

    Looks like excellent quality. So hopefully the Bond range will be in a similar price range.
  • RogueAgentRogueAgent
    Posts: 12,596
    Is the deal affected by the Amazon take over though? I have all the Sideshow Bond figures with the exception of the 1/4 scale Connery Thunderball variant. I am so excited for this! :-bd
  • RogueAgentRogueAgent
    Posts: 12,596
    Signed up with Sideshow for early alerts on the Hot Toy line figures. Hoping their will be some sort of release announcement as to what will be done first?

    Personally? I want a Casino Royale Bond, LeChiffre and Mr White!!! [-O< However? I feel they would substitute White for Lynd?
  • imranbecksimranbecks Singapore
    Posts: 1,000
    Hot Toys just unveiled their first Bond release and it's Daniel Craig from No Time To Die.

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  • MalloryMallory
    Posts: 2,296
    Very nice! He is £200.

    https://www.sideshow.com/collectibles/james-bond-james-bond-hot-toys-914550
  • imranbecksimranbecks Singapore
    Posts: 1,000
    Headsculpt looks decent for an early prototype. Definitely room for improvement. One thing I've learnt about Hot Toys is that their final product they'll release would usually end up looking better. So I think that headsculpt of Craig would look even better on the final release product.

    Hope to see them do all the other Bond actors as well as villains and Bond girls.
  • LucknFateLucknFate 007 In New York
    Posts: 2,012
    I don't like the cuffs. Did Craig wear that IRL?
  • Mathis1Mathis1
    Posts: 8,329
    The eyes don't seem right, and not only the cuffs look wrong! Whole suit looks a bit naff!
  • imranbecksimranbecks Singapore
    Posts: 1,000
    LucknFate wrote: »
    I don't like the cuffs. Did Craig wear that IRL?

    As per the movie, yeah he did. https://www.jamesbondlifestyle.com/product/tom-ford-atticus-tuxedo-jacket-and-trousers
  • LeonardPineLeonardPine The Bar on the Beach
    Posts: 4,403
    Something doesn't look right with the face. I was hoping for the 'assault on the Island' outfit. Pretty disappointed...
  • Mathis1Mathis1
    Posts: 8,329
    LeonardPine wrote: »
    Something doesn't look right with the face. I was hoping for the 'assault on the Island' outfit. Pretty disappointed...

    Definitely think it's the eyes mate! They look off!
  • LeonardPineLeonardPine The Bar on the Beach
    Posts: 4,403
    Mathis1 wrote: »
    LeonardPine wrote: »
    Something doesn't look right with the face. I was hoping for the 'assault on the Island' outfit. Pretty disappointed...

    Definitely think it's the eyes mate! They look off!

    Yeah, i think you're right mate. He looks like Billy Bragg :))
  • LucknFateLucknFate 007 In New York
    Posts: 2,012
    imranbecks wrote: »
    LucknFate wrote: »
    I don't like the cuffs. Did Craig wear that IRL?

    As per the movie, yeah he did. https://www.jamesbondlifestyle.com/product/tom-ford-atticus-tuxedo-jacket-and-trousers

    Looks bad in real life too in that enhanced image.
  • cooperman2cooperman2 Uk
    Posts: 408
    Not really seeing it myself, the eyes look fine to me. Not a bad price either. Some Hot Toys stuff is rather expensive, but this figure is not too overpriced.
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