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Action Figure Customs BlogThis blog is dedicated to discussing the world of custom action figures. There are many talented people creating customs from toy lines such as Transformers, GI Joe, Marvel Legends, and Star Wars. I also interview various customizers and they shed light on their philosophy and showcase their talent. The blog is updated daily so check back often for updates.
Sam Fisher Splinter Cell Custom GI Joe 25th Anniversary Figure by bigtadoPosted by Mig on Saturday, May 31, 2008 @ 9:29 AM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() Bid on bigtado's Custom Splinter Cell GI Joe Sam Fisher cross over figure on eBay today! Labels: Custom GI Joe, Custom GI Joe 3 3/4, Custom Video Game Figures, GI Joe, GI Joe 25th Anniversary, Sam Fisher, Splinter Cell American Dream Custom Marvel Legends Figure by boskoestoysPosted by Mig on Friday, May 30, 2008 @ 6:53 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() American Dream is in peak physical condition for a non-powered human, and is a skilled martial artist. She has disc weapons similar to those used by Ricochet and has terrific aim. Later she was given a duplicate of Captain America's shield (more accurately, the shield itself from another dimension), and she uses it well (both defensively and offensively). Bid on this awesome Custom Marvel Legends American Dream figure by boskoestoys. Labels: American Dream, boskoestoys, Captain America, Custom Marvel Legends, Marvel Legends Custom GI Joe Dusty 25th Anniversary Figure by axandsmashPosted by Mig on Wednesday, May 28, 2008 @ 9:27 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() Labels: axandsmash, Custom GI Joe, Custom GI Joe 3 3/4, Dusty, GI Joe, GI Joe 25th Anniversary Custom Stealth Iron Man Marvel Legends Figure by Central Cali CustomsPosted by Mig on Tuesday, May 27, 2008 @ 8:34 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() "Here is the story behind him. A week ago, I went through my bench work and usually clean up some un useful stuff. Then I found this repulsor Iron Man without the head and was ready to throw it away. I thought that I had no use for it. Then all of sudden, there is a little voice that says.....it could be customized rather than throwing it away. Then I found a head for him, so here you have it. He was hand painted multiple times with the glossy blue to depict his armor. His head was modified so that he could look up more than the original. The helmet is detachable; I personally love when he takes off his helmet (mask) as it looks like one of the statue. He also comes with his blaster blue fire when he's taking off (they are detachable). All of his sounds are working perfectly as he's taking off." ![]() Bid on C3's Custom Stealth Iron Man Marvel Legends figure by heading over to eBay! Labels: Central Cali Customs, Custom Iron Man, Custom Marvel Legends, Iron Man, Iron Man Movie 2008, Ironman, Marvel Legends, Stealth Iron Man, Tony Stark Custom Tony Stark Iron Man Marvel Legends Style Figure by CREG CustomsPosted by Mig on Monday, May 26, 2008 @ 11:01 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() I would highly recommend that everyone head over to eBay and check out CREG's Custom Marvel Legends Tony Stark figure. Labels: Creg Customs, Custom Iron Man, Custom Marvel Legends, Iron Man, Iron Man Movie 2008, Tony Stark Barricade Custom Transformers Movie Figure by Jin SaotomePosted by Mig on @ 9:00 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() ![]() Labels: Barricade, Custom Transformers, Custom Transformers Movie Figures, Jin Saotome, Transformers Custom Cobra Ninja B.A.T. GI Joe 25th Anniversary Figure by Jin SaotomePosted by Mig on Sunday, May 25, 2008 @ 10:42 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() Jin Saotome keeps the custom GI Joe 25th Anniversary figures coming with his Custom Ninja B.A.T. figure. The Battle Android Troopers are a mainstay of the Cobra Army and Jin has made them more versatile and more deadly. Keeping in tradition to the style of the B.A.T. line with removable weapons and accessories, Jin adds some very nice touches to this robot of war. With flip out blades on the elbows, this Ninja assassin is ready for battle and his opponent will not know what hit him! This auction just went up on eBay so head over to place an early bid for this unique Custom Ninja B.A.T. figure or check out the other pictures. Labels: B.A.T., BAT, Cobra, GI Joe, GI Joe 25th Anniversary, Jin Saotome, Ninja BAT Custom Iron Man War Machine Sigma Six Crossover Figure by cPosted by Mig on @ 9:36 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() Labels: Custom Iron Man, Custom Sigma Six, Iron Man, Ironman, Sigma Six, War Machine, yabemc Custom Marvel Legends Minotaur Figure by DayYotePosted by Mig on @ 8:38 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() In Greek mythology, the Minotaur was a creature that was part man and part bull. It dwelt at the center of the Labyrinth, which was an elaborate maze-like construction built for King Minos of Crete and designed by the architect Daedalus and his son Icarus who were ordered to build it to hold the Minotaur. DayYote brings this mythic creature to life with his Custom Marvel Legends Minotaur figure. The detailing on this figure is a site to be seen and held. The sculpting and the paint washing techniques give this figure true depth and realism. Here is how DayYote describes how he created this wonderful beast: "My Minotaur has been painted and sculpted with the finest materials. Aves apoxie sculpt,golden airbrush paint,and vallejo paint were all used in the creation of this masterpiece. Not only the finest materials but also the finest techniques were used also in the creation process. I applied a lot of sculpting, airbrush, paint washes, paint layers, dry brushing, and leather work. I even made my own battle axe. The Minotaur started out as a legendary heroes Pitt with everything being hand made. Original design of the armor came to me in my dream with a huge monster wearing armor that had huge teeth. A monster within a monster." Bid on DayYote's Custom Marvel Legends Minotaur figure on eBay today! Labels: Custom Marvel Legends, DayYote, Marvel Legends, Minotaur Evil Jetfire Custom Transformers Classics Figure by boggs6ft7Posted by Mig on Friday, May 23, 2008 @ 9:18 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() Labels: boggs6ft7, Custom Transformers, Evil Jetfire, G1, Generation 1, Jetfire, Transformers Custom Star Wars Imperial Tie Fighter by Vintage ScumPosted by Mig on Wednesday, May 21, 2008 @ 7:52 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() Vintage Scum has a very cool twist on one of my favorite Star Wars vehicles with his Custom Star Wars Imperial Tie Fighter. One of the aspects I really like about this custom is the wing design. The wing have an aerodynamic flair to them with the flat pieces in the middle of craft. The cockpit is very different as it protrudes from the front but it still retains the classic imperial look and feel of all of the classic Star Wars vehicles. This is why I made this website! It is talented customizers that keep their imagination flowing, which keeps me writing and writing. Let's hear how Vintage Scum describes this one of a kind vehicle: "Here we have a custom tie fighter for the 3 3/4 scale. The tie fighter has been painted and weathered to give it a "battle worn" look. Acrylic model paints were used with a finishing dull coat. The entry/exit hatch is one piece. The custom tie pilot is also included. He is articulate only at the neck, shoulders, waist and upper thighs (again made from figs of the potf2 line). His blastech e-11 is included but not shown in the pix. The 4 round torpedo magazine below the canopy can be removed if desired. The flaps on the magazine open and close. The stand is also included. The tie is built pretty sturdy and may be handled just be careful if you place the pilots hands on the steering mechanism." ![]() Labels: Custom Star Wars, Custom Star Wars Vehicles, Star Wars, Tie Fighter, vintage_scum Speed Demon Custom Marvel Legends Figure gipsy83Posted by Mig on Tuesday, May 20, 2008 @ 11:31 AM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe
Labels: Custom Marvel Legends, gipsy83, Marvel Legends, Speed Demon Black CatCustom Spiderman Marvel Legends Figure by 2dtoysPosted by Mig on Monday, May 19, 2008 @ 8:12 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() "Inspired by the art of Terry Dodson, she was pieced together from different figures and handsculpted together to create a deadly and accurate rendition of her comic appearance. Figure has 34 points of articulation and is completely poseable. You won't have to worry about paint rub so you can pose her around as much as you like. A great addition and perfectly in scale with your Marvel Legends and Spider-man collection." Bid on this excellent custom on eBay today and secure your place to win 2dtoys' Custom Marvel Legends Black Cat figure. Labels: 2dtoys, Black Cat, Custom Marvel Legends, Marvel Legends, Spider Man Custom Bespin Luke Skywalker Star Wars 12" Figure by grizzleleePosted by Mig on Friday, May 16, 2008 @ 9:09 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]()
This Custom Bespin Luke Skywalker Star Wars figure is available on eBay now so head over and place a bid! Labels: 12", Bespin, Custom Star Wars, Custom Star Wars 1/6 Scale, grizzlelee, Luke Skywalker, Sideshow Style Scarlet Witch Custom Marvel Legends Figure by krossivPosted by Mig on Thursday, May 15, 2008 @ 8:21 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() ![]() Labels: Custom Marvel Legends, Custom Marvel Legends X-Men, Custom Marvel Legends XMEN, krossiv, Marvel Legends, Marvel Legends X-Men, Scarlet Witch, X-MEN, XMEN Custom Iron Man Sigma Six Figure by tdm-studiosPosted by Mig on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 8:39 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() "This figure has been customized to include a removable chest plate with light up led system, and a removable arm gauntlet. Many hours were spent creating certain designs and features for the figure. From the original sculpted head (not a cast) to the modifications to the hands and light up system, the attention to design was in every step. Some details include: original sculpted head (on top of the S-6 head), light blue acrylic inserts in the eyes, modifications to hands (open & closed fist), removable chest plate & led light system (it can be turned off & on with the turn of a screw and the batteries are replaceable), additional sculpted liberties throughout the body & a custom red (pearlecent) and gold paint scheme." ![]() Labels: Custom Iron Man, Iron Man, Iron Man Movie 2008, Ironman, Sigma Six, tdm-studios Iron Man Custom Marvel Legends Sigma Six Cross Over Figure by Jin SaotomePosted by Mig on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 @ 8:13 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() ![]() Labels: Custom Iron Man, Custom Marvel Legends, Iron Man, Iron Man Movie 2008, Ironman Movie 2008, Jin Saotome, Marvel Legends, Sigma Six Namor The Sub Mariner Custom Marvel Legends Figure by Michael AmorePosted by Mig on Monday, May 12, 2008 @ 9:41 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() "I really wanted the flesh tone to be realistic and not to rub at all when you move him...so I made my own custom flesh color and attacked his joints by: cutting, scrapping, grinding, sanding and smoothing...he is fully possable, plus he has two sets of hands...one of which holds ah custom trident I fashioned...the other has jointed fingers...and I lined his Speedo w/green felt on the inside so his legs would not rub...thus he retains ALL of his perfect paint apps!!!....His feet and head from the neck up are from the later version or Namor from the last FF line...I used putty and apoxy-scultp to make them seamless w/the rest of the figure...I also sculpted his Speedo to be comic book correct...and dry-brushed his Speedo and ankle wings to give them an awesome look!...you got yer gold gauntlets...yellow belt...gold N for ah buckle...pointy ears...who could ask for anything more huh!!!...all hand painted...mostly custom colors...gloss, semi-gloss and flat pants used!!!...this figure took forever to make..." ![]() Labels: Custom Marvel Legends, Marvel Legends, Michael Amore, Namor, Namor The Sub Mariner Red Laser Custom GI Joe 25th Anniversary Figure by Jin SaotomePosted by Mig on Sunday, May 11, 2008 @ 6:01 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() Since there are so many great customs out there to write about, I can't possibly cover everything so sometimes I will troll around in the Completed Listings section of eBay and come across some gems that I missed. Jin Saotome has created a blast from the past with an updated version of an International figure with this Custom GI Joe 25th Anniversary Red Laser figure. Jin has made a really nice addition to this figure with the wrist gauntlet/backpack and weapon. The addition of the helmet logo pays great homage to the original Red Laser figure. For those not familiar with International GI Joe's, Red Laser was an exclusive figure that was available in the United Kingdom and Europe around 1983 by the Palitoy toy company. He was available packaged with the Action Force Laser Exterminator - a red and black repaint of the HAL (Heavy Artillery Laser). Although the auction has ended already, you can view Jin's Custom Red Laser to find out more about him and also see more photos. Iron Man Custom Marvel Legends Figure by boskoestoysPosted by Mig on Saturday, May 10, 2008 @ 9:42 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() Iron Man figure features:
Exchangable heads: Like two action figures in one. swap out heads for Tony stark, and turn you movie Mark 7 into an Ultimate Mark 7. Exchangeable pieces fit very snug and are not wobbly or loose. Chest lights up 2 different colors. The acrylic shield over his chest piece is clear blue, but there are two different buttons on his back. On makes his chest smolder red, and the effect from this light spreads through his right torso (kinda a lunar armor effect). The other button is bright orange glow. runs on small watch batteries (batteries are replaceable). Real metallic paint additives, careful attention to detail, and a multi layered paint ap finish this figure off! ![]() Labels: boskoestoys, Custom Iron Man, Custom Marvel Legends, Iron Man, Ironman Movie 2008, Marvel Legends Laserbeak Custom G1 Transformers Figure by ShinobitronPosted by Mig on @ 9:09 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() "I believe one of these guys was made for Botcon a few years back but some people complained he lacked a classic G1 flair. I tried to pay homage to the G1 character with added mortar canons/ thrusters to his back and BA paint scheme that, when in bot mode, says "Hi I'm a Ninja and I look like Deadpool!" Along with the thrusters I have also made him twin canons that can attach to his side in bird mode and be used as guns in bot mode. This figure has super articulation and can be put into all kinds of neat poses to strike fear into your autobots!" ![]() Labels: Botcon, Custom Transformers, Decepticon, G1, Generation 1, Laserbeak, Transformers Scrap Iron Custom GI Joe Sigma 6 Cobra Figure by ShinobitronPosted by Mig on Friday, May 9, 2008 @ 8:07 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() ![]() Labels: Custom GI Joe, Custom Sigma Six, GI Joe, Scrap Iron, Shinobitron, Sigma Six Cable Custom Marvel Legends X-Men Figure by collectablekidPosted by Mig on Thursday, May 8, 2008 @ 8:14 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() ![]() Labels: Cable, collectablekid, Custom Marvel Legends Cable, Custom Marvel Legends X-Men, Custom Marvel Legends XMEN, X-Force, X-MEN, XMEN Custom Transformers Movie Barricade 1:18 Scale RC Dub City Mustang GT-R by sdub442Posted by Mig on Tuesday, May 6, 2008 @ 7:42 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() Labels: Barricade, Custom Transformers, Custom Transformers Movie Figures, Decepticon, Transformers Iron Man Movie Lab Diorama Custom Marvel Legends Style by rayscustomsPosted by Mig on Sunday, May 4, 2008 @ 9:23 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() Labels: Custom Iron Man, Custom Marvel Legends, Iron Man, Iron Man Movie 2008, Marvel Legends, Tony Stark Custom GI Joe Battle Android Trooper C.O.M.B.A.T Figure by Jin SaotomePosted by Mig on Friday, May 2, 2008 @ 9:38 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() ![]() "Cobra BATs are all the rage these days, disposable troopers that Cobra Commander can flood the battlefield with while he cheats Zartan at cards in the Terrordrome. No complaining, no need for medics, what more could you ask? Well what goes around comes around, enter C.O.M.B.A.T. standing for Command Oriented Military Battle Android Trooper. More sophisticated than the earlier models (and based on my Sigma 6 Combat) this trooper is ready to deploy wherever you need him. This Combat unit 055 is ready to handle your basic trooper needs and wields a PDW and machine gun. Out of ammo? No sweat, Combat can deploy its shoulder mounted machine gun for a quick attack. Check out the hand painted weathering, shading, and detail. He even has an American flag to show off his patriotic spirit!" Labels: B.A.T., C.O.M.B.A.T., Custom GI Joe, GI Joe, Jin Saotome Cosmos Custom Transformers Generation 1 Figure by ShinobitronPosted by Mig on Thursday, May 1, 2008 @ 9:48 PM | PERMALINK | More Custom Figures: Custom Transformers | Custom Marvel Legends | Custom Star Wars | Custom GI Joe![]() Labels: Cosmos, Custom Transformers, G1, Generation 1, Shinobitron, Transformers |