Just read the whole thread and I am nearly speechless with admiration! Many of us settle for building a kit or following a build. A talented few make a sculpture of a beloved character or scratch-build a one-off prop replica. This work enters the rarified atmosphere at the very top and may actually occupy the pinnacle itself: original design, sculpture, heiroglyphs, mold, base and plate, castings, finishes, packaging, bonuses! Each step carefully researched, planned, executed and documented so as to inspire, educate, and, yes, entice your forum-mates!
This thread should be required reading for everyone here and for everyone hoping to make a commercial venture of their art.
I am in awe! (and I want one on my desk!)