x-wing

Well it's that time of year again (Halloween) and since I'm not making a big costume for myself, I decided I wanted to make something cool for my son. It started out, as all of these do, to make a 'simplified' version, but I get carried away. Plus, I already have all the plans to make the pieces...

Ok I've put this up on my blog in full detail, so I'll put a condensed version here. https://www.propchopshop.com/2019/08/13/x-wing-control-stick/ There are two different X-wing control sticks. There is the one that Wavey has a thread on: ANH X-Wing Control Column - Stick And the one that I'm...

This is my first posting on the RPF. I just completed a DHPFX X-Wing helmet kit and custom paint job. I went with a heavily weathered and battle worn look. I learned a lot and enjoyed the process. I have a second bucket on order. ;)

Hey, all! Been working on some custom corellian gunships and a frigate lately, trying to fill out the background of a couple of rebel fleet shots I plan on doing for a short film I have in mind. They're all completely CG, rendered in 3dsmax with VRay Next 1.1 on my GPU.I'm pretty happy with the...

At a time when the licensed producers are constantly delaying release of "pre-order" replicas, I have to say its a very pleasant experience ordering and then receiving a replica prop on time! So here's my latest acquisition, the RS Prop Masters Biggs X-Wing helmet, signed by ole Biggsy...

STAR WARS' COLIN CANTWELL PRESENTATION & SIGNING, WITH THE 501ST! | EC! Not exactly a convention per se, but I think this is worth noting. Star Wars Ship Creator and Modeler, Colin Cantwell, for Star Wars Looks like he'll be making a tour of the FL-GA area in March, so check his website for...

This is my Bandai 1/48 scale X-Wing starfighter. I have heavily modified this kit with additional electronics and a custom base. The torpedo firing and and wing functions are all that were kept from the original kit. I added full cockpit lighting with targeting computer lighting, engine...