NEW! (Metal) Cross of Coronado - Progress Thread

[Imahomer]

Just checking in to see how your cross is coming along. Thanks for the updates and fielding what seems to be an endless stream of questions. I find this facinating.

Happy Holidays.

Mike

 

[MooCriket]

Indeed, this is a great thread. I really am looking forward to more

 

[Mr. THX]

Examples of the finish!

Before:

After!!!

love perfect

 

[GeordieIndy]

The anticipation to see this cross finished is killing me!!!

Just wanted to wish you alll a Merry Christmas & all the very best for 2010!

Andy

 

[GeneralFROSTY]

LC has been out long enough now that you would think someone out there would have been able to do a screen accurate version a bit sooner - but this one looks to be 'the' replica of this prop, anywhere in the world. Fantastic work - watch out for those grave robbers!

 

[Pastor Jedi]

Could you tell me if the mold you made of the body is made out of clay, wax or something else?

 

[Jedifyfe]

Could you tell me if the mold you made of the body is made out of clay, wax or something else?

I believe Brenton uses a high heat resistant RTV.

Brad

 

[Rebelscum]

Could you tell me if the mold you made of the body is made out of clay, wax or something else?

Smooth-On Mold Max 60, high temp silicone. Great for casting pewter.

 

[Pastor Jedi]

I'm sorry, I meant what is the actual body sculpted out of?

 

[RelicMaker]

I'm sorry, I meant what is the actual body sculpted out of?

The body of ****** is sculpted out of clay, and the cross is laser cut acrylic.

 

[bend215]

Looks great.

 

[RelicMaker]

Update:

Good news! The Akoya Pearls are in, they work great and are nice and round! They don't fit in real tight, since they range in a size difference of 6.5mm-7mm, but is barely noticeable.
So, I will be using real pearls for the cross!thumbsup

I've got the cross back from being gold-plated and aged and it looks awesome!!!:eek
I now just have to get the almighty "Rebelscum" to help me out in laser cutting some custom fit Mother of Pearl inlay for it. I don't have time to take a picture of it right now, but I hope to finish it soon to show it off complete.thumbsup

I hope everyone's having a great holiday!:cheers

 

[TazVader]

Ooooh. Sounds nifty. I like the "real pearls" aspect.

Looking forward to a look see.

Regards
TAZ

 

[Pitbull]

Getting VERY excited for this brenton :love.Thanks for the update.

 

[TheMechanic]

Can't wait to see the finished product. "Last Crusade" is my sons favorite Indy movie.

 

[Jedifyfe]

Hell Yes!!

Brad

 

[temponaut]

Great news, Brenton! Looking forward to more progress pics. :thumbsup

Happy Holidays, everybody! :love

 

[Sarednab]

Wonderful news!!! I can't wait to see final picture

 

[GeordieIndy]

Great news, I can't wait to see this baby in all it's glory!!!!!

How are you set for a chain for this cross??

Hope everyone is enjoying this festive season!

GeordieIndy

 

[RelicMaker]

Great news, I can't wait to see this baby in all it's glory!!!!!

How are you set for a chain for this cross??

Hope everyone is enjoying this festive season!

GeordieIndy

I've got the chain and all the other materials to finish the cross. thumbsup