Actual-sized velociraptor claws. A molding and casting tutorial. (image heavy)

[red4]

This is based on the proportions of a real velociraptor, which is about 1/3 the size of the raptors from the Jurassic Park movies.

 

[zapwizard]

Thanks for making such a clear step-by-step post, this makes me want to try my hand at making my first mold.

 

[red4]

Thanks for making such a clear step-by-step post, this makes me want to try my hand at making my first mold.

It's always daunting to me, even now. The 2 things I hate most about it are the clay (it's so stiff and requires a ton of kneading), and the waiting time for all of the curing (silicone, mold release, resin, and paint).

 

[DWVinny]

Excellent tutorial

 

[cavx]

This is awesome

 

[Customrelic]

Fantastic. Perfectly done

 

[Kylash]

Where does one get a piece of "expanded black pvc"?

 

[red4]

Where does one get a piece of "expanded black pvc"?

I get large scraps from work (sign manufacturer). Our supplier is Reece Supply, and their supplier for expanded PVC sheets is a brand called Komatex. The sheets are 4 feet by 8 feet. They come in different thicknesses. The thicknesses I have personally worked with are 1/4 inch, and 1/8 inch.

EDIT: I'm seeing it available in smaller sheets on Ebay and Amazon, so you might try those sources.

 

[hydromatic93]

Wow that looks gorgeous, was there any particular reason you decided to make this or was it more a dino-passion project?

 

[red4]

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Wow that looks gorgeous, was there any particular reason you decided to make this or was it more a dino-passion project?

Trying to earn a little. I had made some larger claws which were popular, but not convenient for daily carry, so I figured people might appreciate these smaller, keychain-friendly ones.

 

[hydromatic93]

Nice, they seem like they would sell better being keychain size. Might have to hit you up one day to buy one (no play money at the moment ...).

 

[HULKSMASH1120]

possible run? jw

 

[Sheeple]

Really great tutorial! Considering doing a run of these?