First images of Hollywood Collectible Group's Aliens Marine PRODUCTION Pulse Rifle!
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MooMooEgg
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I second that. God, I want mine so bad. I wonder what the OD rifles will look like ^_^
I second that. God, I want mine so bad. I wonder what the OD rifles will look like ^_^
tommin
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Re: FedEx delivered a little piece of happiness today. =)
Review time:
Mark of Hollywood Collectibles Group was kind enough to see to that I had the opportunity to receive one, of the first two, production PR's to reach the US. How awesome is that! The remaining production PR's are scheduled to ship in five to six weeks and I am certain, that the fans will find this to be exciting news.
Over the last two days, I've taken the time to unpack, examine, and photograph this beautiful replica. It is truly the most amazing production 'blaster' that I have EVER seen in my life. As a modeler and fabricator myself (building several quality PR's in the past) I do have a great appreciation for the thought and craftsmanship that is required to make something like this become a reality. Given the very nature and complexity of a prop such as this, there is no way to win all the hearts and minds of the avid fans of an old film called ALIENS. But I would argue now, more than ever, the people of HCG have managed to do the impossible. The attention to detail, accuracy, features, customer service, and packaging far exceeds the price point that they managed to offer these units.
For those of you that managed to reserve one, you will not be disappointed. The shrouds are comprised of a very durable cast aluminum. The butt stock, barrel, and heat sink are comprised of steel. The grenade launcher pump moves and affects the movement of the 870 bolt. The Thompson's charging handle and bolt are spring loaded and can be pulled back to simulate loading. The magazine is removable and houses the two 'AAA' power supply for the digital counter. The digital counter is static reading, by default, '95'. The butt stock can be adjusted and locked at four lengths, ...and FINALLY someone has produced a screen accurate butt stock!! =)
Over all, this pieces has an incredibly accurate look and feel to it. Some may say that it is a little on the heavy side, but I for one, would not want it any other way. The display wall rack included, is everything they advertised it to be and more. I will simply leave it at that and let the surprise make it to you on its own. =)
In conclusion, I am a builder and collector. Will probably always build as long as I can. I have only positive things to say about this piece. The odds favor that there is probably something here that I forgot to mention but, for now, I will simply be content with being one of the first PROUD owners of the only licensed production pulse rifles from ALIENS in existence, in the US.
Thanks for your time and attention. - Tom
Same as posted on m41a.com. Placed it over there, as well in the interest of time.
Review time:
Mark of Hollywood Collectibles Group was kind enough to see to that I had the opportunity to receive one, of the first two, production PR's to reach the US. How awesome is that! The remaining production PR's are scheduled to ship in five to six weeks and I am certain, that the fans will find this to be exciting news.
Over the last two days, I've taken the time to unpack, examine, and photograph this beautiful replica. It is truly the most amazing production 'blaster' that I have EVER seen in my life. As a modeler and fabricator myself (building several quality PR's in the past) I do have a great appreciation for the thought and craftsmanship that is required to make something like this become a reality. Given the very nature and complexity of a prop such as this, there is no way to win all the hearts and minds of the avid fans of an old film called ALIENS. But I would argue now, more than ever, the people of HCG have managed to do the impossible. The attention to detail, accuracy, features, customer service, and packaging far exceeds the price point that they managed to offer these units.
For those of you that managed to reserve one, you will not be disappointed. The shrouds are comprised of a very durable cast aluminum. The butt stock, barrel, and heat sink are comprised of steel. The grenade launcher pump moves and affects the movement of the 870 bolt. The Thompson's charging handle and bolt are spring loaded and can be pulled back to simulate loading. The magazine is removable and houses the two 'AAA' power supply for the digital counter. The digital counter is static reading, by default, '95'. The butt stock can be adjusted and locked at four lengths, ...and FINALLY someone has produced a screen accurate butt stock!! =)
Over all, this pieces has an incredibly accurate look and feel to it. Some may say that it is a little on the heavy side, but I for one, would not want it any other way. The display wall rack included, is everything they advertised it to be and more. I will simply leave it at that and let the surprise make it to you on its own. =)
In conclusion, I am a builder and collector. Will probably always build as long as I can. I have only positive things to say about this piece. The odds favor that there is probably something here that I forgot to mention but, for now, I will simply be content with being one of the first PROUD owners of the only licensed production pulse rifles from ALIENS in existence, in the US.
Thanks for your time and attention. - Tom
Same as posted on m41a.com. Placed it over there, as well in the interest of time.
Prince NEO
Sr Member
Re: FedEx delivered a little piece of happiness today. =)
Cool, sounds like a nice piece, maybe I'll get one for my dad when I get a job since he loves Aliens, I'm more of a predator kinda man myself. It's a shame that the digital counter doesn't change, I can imagine that it wouldn't be that hard to put a sensor on the trigger so that the counter counts down.
Cool, sounds like a nice piece, maybe I'll get one for my dad when I get a job since he loves Aliens, I'm more of a predator kinda man myself. It's a shame that the digital counter doesn't change, I can imagine that it wouldn't be that hard to put a sensor on the trigger so that the counter counts down.
rkpetersen
Sr Member
Re: FedEx delivered a little piece of happiness today. =)
Thanks a lot for the review. So, still 6 weeks or more away for the rest of us? That's a bit of a letdown but I guess we'll live.
Thanks a lot for the review. So, still 6 weeks or more away for the rest of us? That's a bit of a letdown but I guess we'll live.
Is it straight or drooping? That seems to be the main concern, from the pictures you've posted.
Prince NEO
Sr Member
Re: FedEx delivered a little piece of happiness today. =)
Oh please oh please oh pleaseeeeeee with a cherry on top
Oh please oh please oh pleaseeeeeee with a cherry on top
tommin
Sr Member
Re: FedEx delivered a little piece of happiness today. =)
Sorry for missing this and YES, I do intend to go back and address any question(s) that I may have missed.
The 'drooping' effect is more than likely a visual 'fisheye' bi-product of the macro settings on my camera. (Still getting use to it.) It comes with a very informative instruction CD but, I've not really had the chance to take a semester off to master all of the info there.
In any event, I will pull this beast back out of the box to re-examine it.
However, the optical illusion may simply be part of the design. Take a look at the following image. This is borrowed from Willie's site so if there is any problem with my use of it, please inform and I will remove it.
This image depicts one of the screen used Bapty originals. Somebody feel free to red line it as well.
And just so you all know, Kevin/SSgt Burton is a long time friend. He can get away with the "Tom... You suck!" quote. He knows I'm gonna do my very best to get one of these to him.
Sorry for missing this and YES, I do intend to go back and address any question(s) that I may have missed.
The 'drooping' effect is more than likely a visual 'fisheye' bi-product of the macro settings on my camera. (Still getting use to it.) It comes with a very informative instruction CD but, I've not really had the chance to take a semester off to master all of the info there.
In any event, I will pull this beast back out of the box to re-examine it.
However, the optical illusion may simply be part of the design. Take a look at the following image. This is borrowed from Willie's site so if there is any problem with my use of it, please inform and I will remove it.
This image depicts one of the screen used Bapty originals. Somebody feel free to red line it as well.
And just so you all know, Kevin/SSgt Burton is a long time friend. He can get away with the "Tom... You suck!" quote. He knows I'm gonna do my very best to get one of these to him.
SSgt Burton
Sr Member
Re: FedEx delivered a little piece of happiness today. =)
Thanks Bro! :thumbsup
Yeah those darn customs officials and replica guns laws!
Kevin
Thanks Bro! :thumbsup
He knows I'm gonna do my very best to get one of these to him.
Yeah those darn customs officials and replica guns laws!
Kevin
Re: FedEx delivered a little piece of happiness today. =)
Some of the originals and custom builds do droop. It takes a little work and proper spacing with washers to level everything out. I used spacers in varying thickness in conjunction with one of Tommins adapters on my current PR.
Now seriously get to the meat and potatoes. How easily does this shroud come apart?:love
Some of the originals and custom builds do droop. It takes a little work and proper spacing with washers to level everything out. I used spacers in varying thickness in conjunction with one of Tommins adapters on my current PR.
Now seriously get to the meat and potatoes. How easily does this shroud come apart?:love
