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Old 06-01-2016, 11:12 AM   #1
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Star Wars Ultimate Studio Edition Prop Replicas

https://collectibles.starwars.com/


Disney and Lucasfilm today launched Star Wars Collectibles: Ultimate Studio Edition bringing an unprecedented level of authenticity to prop replica products for fans. Made to order by propmakers at Propshop in Pinewood Studios using digital data collected during filming of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the production process marries cutting-edge 3D printing technology with master craftsmanship to produce replicas virtually identical to those seen on screen. Available initially in the U.S., starwarsultimatestudioedition.com is the exclusive location to purchase these products.

“We’re delighted to be able to produce such a groundbreaking line of merchandise,” said James Enright, Assets Director and CEO of Propshop. “Designed, made and finished by the hands of specialist motion picture prop makers and artists, we’ve worked extremely hard to create something that we know would make fans and filmmakers proud.”

The initial offering from the Star Wars Collectibles line features eight prop replicas from Star Wars: The Force Awakens, including Darth Vader’s melted helmet, Rey’s lightsaber hilt, FN-2187 Stormtrooper helmet and more. Each replica item is a limited production piece due to the high level of craftsmanship required to create them.

These made-to order replicas will come with custom display pedestals, packed in branded wooden crates that are inspired by the real crates used to ship the film props. Each one is custom built to accommodate the shape of the replica inside.

“We are continually looking for new ways to extend the storytelling from movies in innovative ways,” said Josh Silverman, executive vice president of global licensing at Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media. “We’ve worked hand in hand with the film makers and talented team at Propshop to create a unique product experience for fans and we’re excited to see their reactions to these incredible prop replicas.”

Props to include the following...

Rey's Graflex Hilt
Kylo Ren Lightsaber Hilt
Chewbacca Bowcaster
Poe Dameron Helmet
Darth Vader Melted Helmet
Rey's Staff
FN-2187 Stormtrooper Helmet
Kylo Ren Helmet

Sabers and staff priced at $1,250 each, helmets at between $1,750 - $3,500 each and the Bowcaster at $2,500

Average waiting time is 16 weeks for the products to ship
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Old 06-01-2016, 12:11 PM   #2
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What's silly about this is that under the product description it mentions "Import Duty". I thought, why would there be import duty on something that ships only within the US? So, I added an item to my cart and went to checkout only to see as much as $500 tacked on to the price! That's crazy, and bad business. They should have simply folded that into the prices of the items, and it wouldn't have felt like such a ripoff.
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Old 06-01-2016, 12:24 PM   #3
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So wait... why did LF/Disney even bother granting Anovos a license?

That $700 Ren helmet seems like a bargain now compared to the $2k version by this company.
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Old 06-01-2016, 12:31 PM   #4
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Priced out.
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Old 06-01-2016, 01:22 PM   #5
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So wait... why did LF/Disney even bother granting Anovos a license?

That $700 Ren helmet seems like a bargain now compared to the $2k version by this company.
Simple: Make money here, make money there.

I can't imagine anything coming out better in the future.
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Old 06-01-2016, 01:26 PM   #6
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Simple: Make money here, make money there.

I can't imagine anything coming out better in the future.
There's always the possibility that eFX could release something in the next 5-10 years.

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Old 06-01-2016, 01:56 PM   #7
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If they do this for a new Muir sculpted Vader from Rogue Squadron buyers will go ape. Only thing better would be an actual screen used one or getting Muir to custom sculpt one just for you.

Having them completely done by Pinewood at least sounds way better than a Chinese sweatshop.
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Old 06-01-2016, 03:37 PM   #8
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So wait... why did LF/Disney even bother granting Anovos a license?

That $700 Ren helmet seems like a bargain now compared to the $2k version by this company.

I just had the exact same thought go through my mind. Everywhere you look in this hobby currently, prices are insane.
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Old 06-01-2016, 03:49 PM   #9
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I just had the exact same thought go through my mind. Everywhere you look in this hobby currently, prices are insane.
I blame the secondary market. Companies see what crazed collectors are willing to pay for something and they want a piece of that action.
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Old 06-01-2016, 06:07 PM   #10
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These prices are INSANE! I ordered a light up TFA Graflex with top of the line sound card and removable blade for under $500 earlier this year. Nearly $1,300 for just a hilt is absolutely bonkers.
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