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Discussion on MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!! UPDATED 5/2 within the Replica Movie Props forum, part of the PROPS category; Hey guys (and gals)! Well, a lifelong prop (replica) dream
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Join Date: Dec 2007
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MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!! UPDATED 5/2
Hey guys (and gals)!
Well, a lifelong prop (replica) dream has been reached!! Ever since I was young, this was the sword that I wanted. Sure, the movie's not the best (and that may be an understatement!) but this sword in particular was THE one that I've always wanted to own and I've NEVER seen a replica of it!! About 4 months ago, I found a local prop maker and began talking to him about the possibility of making this into a reality. He was eager for the work and the project seemed to excite him, so he agreed! He's not a sword maker, per se, but he has an impressive body of work that got me even more excited to see the final product!! The sword blade is made of Aluminum, as the original prop was (steel being just too darn heavy with a blade that size!). The guard was meticulously hand carved out of hard wood and painted gold. The pommel is machined brass. The handle is just wrapped right now, and that's something i am going to tackle separately - I have some ideas to make it perfect. I'm sure many of you are curious about the price, and I will be honest here, this project was pretty costly, but given the craftmanship, materials, and overall look, it's worth every penny to me. Plus...I've been saving for it for a long time! Anyways, I hope you all enjoy this, as it's the first of it's kind that I've ever come across. I'll let the pictures speak for themselves... Also, if you'd like to know more, feel free to PM me. I told the prop maker I wouldn't plaster his info all over the boards, per his wishes, but if someone is genuinely interested in this or pretty much any other prop, my experience with him was quite good. AND YES, I am definitely posting this on the HE-MAN Boards!!! ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
Last edited by Tim9d9; 05-02-2010 at 07:09 PM. |
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Join Date: Jan 2001
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
Tim, welcome to the RPF, and congrats on a VERY strong first showing on the forum. REALLY impressive piece there, with a good write up. Great pics too. Glad to have you onboard!
I find this piece particularly interesting, though mainly because I'm impressed by your attention to detail and the pursuit of perfection. Like you, I've seen the movie but wasn't particularly impressed. And I am NO stranger to being passionate about props from oddball movies, so I guess seeing your work on display resonates with me closely, as I know how great it feels to reach the end of a long road. Great work dude! Looking forward to seeing your future contributions to the board
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Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: New York, NY
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
wow! that's beautiful!
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Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: atlanta, georgia
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
YOU have the POWER!
Very cool sword from a weird movie. |
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Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: Illinois
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() THAT is some incredible craftmanship!!! Welcome to the RPF
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Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Kentucky
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
Haha just saw your post over on he-man.org!
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Join Date: Jun 2000
Location: Tulsa Okie-dokie
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
Some serious work went into that.
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
I would say... YOU have the power...very beautiful and welcome !!
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Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Fort Worth, TX
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
Seeing that sword brings back memories, that is most impressive, I love it, the pommel/handle looks superb!
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Join Date: Dec 2007
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
Thanks everybody! I'm happy that you guys are digging it. I gotta figure out how to display it properly, though...laying across my bed isn't gonna work for too long!
Gotta couple ideas...
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Join Date: Jun 2008
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
V nice sword. I always liked the one from the cartoon and this one is v skillfully executed.
Its reminiscent of the Conan sword without being a rip off at all at all. |
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Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: Michigan
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
That's awesome!!!! I gotta ask you though......were fabulous secret powers revealed to you the day you held aloft that magic sword and said "BY THE POWER OF GREYSKULL!!!"
Just curious. |
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Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Baltimore MD
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
Amazing work! Can't wait to see what you do next
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
Very nice!!! Get that cross guard done in "investment cast' Brass !!!
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Join Date: Dec 2007
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
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Oh yes, Mr Fett. Happens every day!Bowelrock - I'm SERIOUSLY looking into that!! |
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Join Date: Aug 2002
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
Extremely impressive. I'd forgotten what a large blade it was, very nicely done.
JJ |
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Join Date: Nov 2006
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
That is a thing of beauty there man, love the craftsmanship and the pommel end/butt cap work too.
Welcome and dang, nice showing! |
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Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: Sunny Arizona
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
Big fan of this sword, I'd love to hold it in my hand one day! Any chance on doing the Skeletor Sword from this movie??? That would be an awesome set.
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Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: The Twilight Zone
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
I thought the movie was actually pretty enjoyable! Guess I'm one of the few, I tried to find it at a dvd store that just went belly up but to no avial.
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Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: The Twilight Zone
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
p.s. nice sword!!! lol
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
I really like this tread
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Join Date: Dec 2007
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
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It'll happen...Also, about the Skeletor sword...I just recently bought an extremely rare set of hilt castings taken from the original film molds!!! I'm blown away by the great details that went into this sword that was only onscreen for about 3 seconds!! But with so many of these awesome props, that's the way it goes, I guess. It's a HUGE find for any MOTU fan!! I'll post pictures soon. And yes, I do have plans for this one as well. |
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Join Date: Nov 2006
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
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Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Slocala Fl
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
hey are you gonna make any for sale? I really want one.
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Join Date: Dec 2007
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Re: MASTERS of the UNIVERSE movie POWER SWORD!!!
Jennigirl,
I've just recently found out some really exciting info about getting the blades made!! In aluminum, of course, as it's much more reasonable (price-wise) and the original was made of it as well. As for the guard, since this is a custom piece, I would definitely have to remake it and NOT just recast the piece I have. There are a few obstacles to get through, but I know there are collectors out there that really do want these, and I'd love to be able to help make that possible!! |
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