leitPROPS Batman Begins and TDK/R linked resin hero belt!! (IMPORTANT NOTE!! below)
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Streethowitzer
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Re: leitPROPS Batman Begins and TDK/R linked resin hero belt!! (IMPORTANT NOTE!! bel
This stuff looks fantastic!!
This stuff looks fantastic!!
leiter22
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Re: leitPROPS Batman Begins and TDK/R linked resin hero belt!! (IMPORTANT NOTE!! bel
Hi Everyone!
I'm so thankful to all of you for the positivity! And I apologize profusely for the lack of updates.
This is what I can say to date. I've been working hard to perfect the molding process for these. I want it done right, everything will be box molded, not just the necessary parts, but EVERYTHING, which means I will not be relying on my hand to finish of the backs of pieces from flat molds. Every piece will come out identical. Also have figured out how to get little to no flashing again meaning less prep work and variance from piece to piece. It was important to me because I spent considerable time initially on the masters, why rush the molding process and get inferior pulls.
Second, I've received some ferrous metal powders to test in cold casting the rails. I am very hopeful it will solve the problem of attaching the begins accessories while eliminating the need for machining metal rails and upping costs in the process.
My hope is to share images of a few molds this weekend, and pulls from those molds early next week....so stay tuned.
Addressing the expressed interest in the project. I'm pretty certain, but may be wrong, that I am not allowed to discuss sales in the main forum, but I can say that there have already been numerous inquiries via personal email that will receive information first. I would recommend emailing me personally at leiter28@gmail.com if interested in the project so you can be personally notified of progress.
To answer the question of a black version. I have not entertained the idea personally. My interest is in recreating as accurately as possible the film belts. I was however approached about doing a batman beyond "black" version because the belt apparently lends itself well to the look. Long story short, I'd prefer not to do custom color schemes as this would complicate the process, but if there's enough interest and we could come to an agreement on the look colors and finishes involved I am certainly willing to go for it.
Cheers!
Johann
Hi Everyone!
I'm so thankful to all of you for the positivity! And I apologize profusely for the lack of updates.
This is what I can say to date. I've been working hard to perfect the molding process for these. I want it done right, everything will be box molded, not just the necessary parts, but EVERYTHING, which means I will not be relying on my hand to finish of the backs of pieces from flat molds. Every piece will come out identical. Also have figured out how to get little to no flashing again meaning less prep work and variance from piece to piece. It was important to me because I spent considerable time initially on the masters, why rush the molding process and get inferior pulls.
Second, I've received some ferrous metal powders to test in cold casting the rails. I am very hopeful it will solve the problem of attaching the begins accessories while eliminating the need for machining metal rails and upping costs in the process.
My hope is to share images of a few molds this weekend, and pulls from those molds early next week....so stay tuned.
Addressing the expressed interest in the project. I'm pretty certain, but may be wrong, that I am not allowed to discuss sales in the main forum, but I can say that there have already been numerous inquiries via personal email that will receive information first. I would recommend emailing me personally at leiter28@gmail.com if interested in the project so you can be personally notified of progress.
To answer the question of a black version. I have not entertained the idea personally. My interest is in recreating as accurately as possible the film belts. I was however approached about doing a batman beyond "black" version because the belt apparently lends itself well to the look. Long story short, I'd prefer not to do custom color schemes as this would complicate the process, but if there's enough interest and we could come to an agreement on the look colors and finishes involved I am certainly willing to go for it.
Cheers!
Johann
leiter22
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Re: leitPROPS Batman Begins and TDK/R linked resin hero belt!! (IMPORTANT NOTE!! bel
Ha Ha,
Yes, still happening. Goal for the first run of these things will be halloween. Here's a little teaser I've been working on.
the finish is amazing in my opinion...can't muster much better. Main buckle color is perfect. Bezel needs less bronze, and buttons need to be darkened up. Here's the version I was going for...
Cheers!!
Ha Ha,
Yes, still happening. Goal for the first run of these things will be halloween. Here's a little teaser I've been working on.
the finish is amazing in my opinion...can't muster much better. Main buckle color is perfect. Bezel needs less bronze, and buttons need to be darkened up. Here's the version I was going for...
Cheers!!
epicspidey
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Re: leitPROPS Batman Begins and TDK/R linked resin hero belt!! (IMPORTANT NOTE!! bel
im jealous..... I must has this for my batman beyond costume. albeit id have to paint it. but its worth it. perhaps I will get a second one as well, just for a show piece or future dark knight suit. to leiter22: would you be able to sell me a couple belts? with covered with the cylinder like pouches instead of the square ones to give it that "beyond" look?
im jealous..... I must has this for my batman beyond costume. albeit id have to paint it. but its worth it. perhaps I will get a second one as well, just for a show piece or future dark knight suit. to leiter22: would you be able to sell me a couple belts? with covered with the cylinder like pouches instead of the square ones to give it that "beyond" look?
Re: leitPROPS Batman Begins and TDK/R linked resin hero belt!! (IMPORTANT NOTE!! bel
Thanks to Leiter, finally have some containers to go in my case. The foam is still my test set while I finish designing its replacement that will be professionally machine cut.
He did a great job matching the container color to the belt buckle.
Thanks buddy
Thanks to Leiter, finally have some containers to go in my case. The foam is still my test set while I finish designing its replacement that will be professionally machine cut.
He did a great job matching the container color to the belt buckle.
Thanks buddy
leiter22
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Re: leitPROPS Batman Begins and TDK/R linked resin hero belt!! (IMPORTANT NOTE!! bel
Hey man, so sorry I've been away. Shoot me an email to leiter28@gmail.come and we can discuss ;-)
Hey man, so sorry I've been away. Shoot me an email to leiter28@gmail.come and we can discuss ;-)
