Help needed with technique for building a replica (pic heavy)

[av32productions]

I need help. I really want to build a replica of the wizard from an old disney show called Phil of the future. Its not so much that i need help with dimensions or with the normal help with building a prop but help with what technique i could use. i have gathered as many reference pics as i can being that the show was only released on dvd once. That dvd only having two episodes featuring the prop in question. I am wondering what materials look like i could use to recreate this piece of my childhood.



































These are literally all the pictures i could find. Again im just looking for help with people who have made props before and maybe how i could go about doing this. also any possible kit bashing done here

 

[Duncanator]

I'd use layers of acrylic and MDF(medium density fiberboard). The clear parts; obviously, would be acrylic. The painted parts could be acrylic too, but MDF is easier for most people who aren't comfortable with acrylic to work with.

 

[av32productions]

I'd use layers of acrylic and MDF(medium density fiberboard). The clear parts; obviously, would be acrylic. The painted parts could be acrylic too, but MDF is easier for most people who aren't comfortable with acrylic to work with.

What would i use to fill in the gaps of the mdf?

 

[Duncanator]

I like Bondo type fillers, but regular wood spackle works great too. It just takes a little longer to dry.

 

[av32productions]

Thanks. Any idea as to how i could do the curved clear bit around the handle, or how to do the shiny metal parts, other than spinning aluminum?

 

[Dracosfire83]

The shiny metal top piece shape reminds me of a souvenir rolled penny.

 

[av32productions]

*bump*

 

[paulp]

Yeah, I like the rolled penny idea. The other option would be to cut it out of thin layer of K&S Metals aluminum sheets. Two or three layers would be enough to give thickness. Bend them to the shape you want, then use thin superglue to hold them together.

 

[av32productions]

Yeah, I like the rolled penny idea. The other option would be to cut it out of thin layer of K&S Metals aluminum sheets. Two or three layers would be enough to give thickness. Bend them to the shape you want, then use thin superglue to hold them together.

that isn't a bad idea on the antenna. ive been playing with the idea of vacuum metalizing or using crome paint but I don't have any experience with that

 

[av32productions]

UPDATE: I have found some low quality episodes online and more reference pics. still not sure how ill do the chrome antenna or the clear grips. i might try casting in resin