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KIT AND STATUE MAKERS

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Includes outfits large and small that actually creates and sells model kits and accessories. For third-party sellers see: KIT, FIGURE AND STATUE RETAILERS

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As always when dealing with businesses, buyer beware. Inclusion here does not necessarily constitute a recommendation.

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144TH SQUADRON
https://www.jt-graphics.com/MK_144.html
144th Squadron only produce 144th scale fighters, shuttles and some transport vessels from a variety of Sci-Fi shows. These kits are very highly detailed, accurate and high-quality resin kits. These kits are engineered for a precise fit from Computer Generated (CG) files and take advantage of today's 3D printing technology. Kits are cast by a Master who has been casting for 20+ years. All kits come with full color instruction sheets.

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ACTION HOBBIES
http://www.actionhobbiesstore.com
Action Hobbies is a resin kit manufacturer of classic sci-fi, space, missiles, x-Planes, figures and prehistoric animals. Committed to bringing the hobbyist quality kits at affordable prices for over 20 years. They also carry plastic model kits from Aurora, Lindberg, Hawk, Monogram, Revell and more just to name a few.

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ALCHEMY WORKS
https://www.thealchemyworks.com
The Alchemy Works strive to bring the model maker the finest quality in resin cast replicas of dinosaurs, prehistoric mammals and science fiction subjects.

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ALFRED'S MIND
http://www.alfredsmind.ca/
Alfred Wong is currently freelance pattern-maker and modeler. He also has a small range of models here to purchase.

AMT
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https://hobbymodels.com/collections/amt-sci-fi-models
A good range of styrene Star Trek models and a couple from Batman.

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ANCIENT ERA ARTISTRY
https://www.ancienteraartistry.com
Ancient Era Artistry is a company that sells scientifically accurate, realistic paleoart dinosaur model kit sculptures by artist M. Ramieri. They make highly accurate, realistic "scientifically possible" dinosaur figures and dioramas. The company is the culmination of the artist, M. Ramieri's life and career as a professional sculptor.

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ANIGRAND CRAFTSWORK
https://www.anigrand.com
Anigrand Craftswork is a manufacturer of quality resin model kits established in Hong Kong since 2002. We specialize in unusual, experimental, and conceptual aircraft and spacecraft. Most of these subjects have never been kitted before and today can only be found under the Anigrand brand name.

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AOSHIMA
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R ... 6147b021ba
An extensive range of SF kits including Back to the Future, Anderson universe, anime and robot kits in styrene.

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A.P. SCULPTURE STUDIO
https://www.apsculpturestudio.com/
The official site of Alfred Paredes' commercial sculpture work of fine, strange, fantastical and scary things in life. From big to small, resin to bronze.

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ARTIST PROOF STUDIO
https://artistproofstudio.bigcartel.com/
An outlet for the work of three sculptors: Paul Komoda, Mikey Rotella and William Paquet.

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ASIS FILM MODELS
https://asisfilmmodels.com/
AFM create top quality sculptures for serious collectors of Star Wars figures. All our pieces are numbered and made one by one to the delight of our customers.

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ATLANTIS MODELS
https://atlantis-models.com/models-sci-fi/
Atlantis have a couple of UFO kits, spaceships and monster figures and are re-releasing several 70's Prehistoric Scene kits.

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ATOMIC CITY
https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/atomiccity/
Resin kits from Captain Cardboard.

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BAD-AZZ MODEL KITS
https://www.jt-graphics.com/MK_BA.html
BAD-AZZ Models produces a deep range of small to large scale Battlestar Galactica kits. The kits are engineered for a precise fit from Computer Generated files and take advantage of today's 3D printing technology. Kits are cast by a technician with 20+ years. All kits come with full color instruction sheets.

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BANDAI
https://www.culttvmanshop.com/search.as ... e=1&catid=
Known for their extensive range of Star Wars styrene kits.

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BILL WIEGER
http://www.billwieger.com/Sci-Fi---Fantasy.html
Bill Wieger is a world class artist creating some of the most dynamic and ultra-realistic artwork in the world. His exceptional talent in sculpture, illustration and conceptual design sets him apart from other working artist by enabling him to create just about any subject at any scale. Sculpture is Bill's main discipline, creating works in bronze, resin, fiberglass, foam, and epoxy. The above link will land you on a gallery of his sci-fi and fantasy models where he invites you to contact him for sales information of any of the displayed pieces.

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DE BOERS HULLS
https://deboerhulls.com/
This site sells their Northstar model kits including the 46" Enterprise A and Reliant. They also offer a range of RC kits including the Seaview, Flying Sub and Diving Bell.

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DINOSAURIA CREATURES
https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/Dinosauria ... 1473991064
Hyper-realistic models of mostly Mesozoic animals. Expertly detailed and with a high degree of scientific precision, made to scale and prototyped in resin.

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BLACKHEART MODELS
https://blackheartmodels.com/
Black Heart Models is a collaboration of artists and artisans working together to create horror/sci-fi/fantasy products for collectors, hobbyists, miniaturists and other fans of beautiful, spooky, fantastic, and/or weird stuff.

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BTTG MODEL STUDIOS
https://www.facebook.com/people/BTTG-Mo ... 280786054/
BTTG Studios is a Colorado based company specializing in unique custom resin model kits and busts.

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CREATIVE BEAST STUDIO
https://creative-beast.com/
Creative Beast Studio specialize in action figures and resin model kits, Creative Beast Studio's main subjects are dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals. Founded by toy designer David Silva, the company's goal is to create unique and dynamic natural history-inspired products.

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CTHULHUGIZZARD CUSTOM
https://www.etsy.com/shop/CthulhuGizzar ... =734086800]CthulhuGizzard
The Art of Mike Swisstack comes from his love of monsters, robots. His goal is to provide people with cool resin kits at an affordable price and also provide some finished pieces for people who don't have the time or desire to paint up a model themselves.

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COZMIC SCALE MODELS
https://www.cozmicscalemodels.com/
Cozmic Scale Models is a small business based in the UK and are passionate about all things Sci-Fi especially models. We aim to produce affordable high-quality products for sci-fi modelers and collectors. They offer their own extensive rang resin model kits, decals, parts and accessories and lighting kits for Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica, Star Wars, Serenity and Space 1999.

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DIMENSIONAL DESIGNS
https://www.dimensionaldesigns.com/index.html
Dimensional Designs is a company that specializes in Horror, science fiction and fantasy-related collectibles. We have been serving collectors in their quest for rare and unusual collectibles since 1985, and currently produce our own line of unique model figure kits, accessories and limited-edition collectible items.

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DINOSAUR CORPORATION: DINOSAUR MODELS
https://www.dinosaurcorporation.com/models.html
Top quality, hard to find reproductions of extinct dinosaurs and prehistoric animals in the form of resin models for the hobbyist, model builder and Paleontology enthusiast. All models are produced from original sculptures and are hand cast in association with professional mold makers.

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DOLL AND HOBBY
https://www.culttvmanshop.com/search.as ... ND%20HOBBY
In addition to Doll and Hobby distributing other company's science fiction, fantasy, and comic related model kits they produce a range of their own kits. Among these are those in The Fantasy Worlds of Irwin Allen series.

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ESCAPE HATCH
https://escapehatchhobbies.com/
Escape Hatch Hobbies is a company that provides aftermarket parts to enhance model kits from popular brands such as Aurora, Polar Lights, Revell Monogram, Moebius, Monarch, Atlantis, and MPC but who also produce an expanding line of their own kits.

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E STUDIO
http://sculptorforhire.com/index.html
Freelance Artist and Sculptor Christopher Elizardo provides prototyping services utilizing traditional or digital sculpting methods to obtain highly accurate prototypes to meet your needs.

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ETSY: PREHISTORIC MODEL KITS
https://www.etsy.com/market/prehistoric_model_kit
Results of a search for "prehistoric model kit" at Etsy. This search returns a large selection of quality kits, many from the 3D modelmaking community as well as a few red herrings and a number of fantasy dinosaur kits. The detail is often remarkable.

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ETSY: SCIENCE FICTION MODELS
https://www.etsy.com/au/market/sci_fi_m ... pagination
Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods. It's home to a universe of special, extraordinary items, from unique handcrafted pieces to vintage treasures. The listing here returns a search for items that are tagged as "science fiction models."

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EXECUTIVE REPLICAS
https://www.executivereplicas.com/
Executive Replicas is a company that produces limited edition, licensed, high-end figures, statues, props, and other collectibles.

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FANTASTIC PLASTIC
https://fantastic-plastic.com/onlinecatalog.htm
Fantastic Plastic Models is our exclusive line of unique, limited-edition resin model kits that capture in miniature unusual and exotic air- and space-craft from both fact and fiction including X-planes and prototypes, concept aircraft, real space, concept spacecraft, film and television and "grab bag." The site also features an extensive 'museum' of kits from these categories.

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FEDERATION MODELS
http://www.federationmodels.com/
Federation Models distribute science-fiction resin model kits and related items offering original products from many different suppliers. There many models and other products with offer different levels of quality and complexity, ranging from novice to advanced. Most of the resin model kits offered here are highly detailed and easy to assemble. They also stock significant collections of decals and aftermarket parts.

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FINEMOLDS
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R ... I&_sacat=0
Fine Molds as a company focuses on Japanese Military & Anime scale kits. All of the molds are referred to as being fully accurate with excellent exterior details. The interior of each kit can be enhanced using dedicated photo-etched elements designed together with the kits themselves. Known for their highly regarded Star Wars kits.

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FUJIMA
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R ... &_osacat=0
Fujimi Mokei, a Japanese company based in Shizuoka, specializes in designing and manufacturing model kits related to various themes, including automobiles, aircraft, ships, famous castles, and buildings. The highlight of their SF line are spinners and cars from Blade Runner.

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G-FORCE MODELS
http://www.gforcemodels.com
In addition to Sideshow Collectables G-Force offers a range of its own fantasy, horror and science fiction models as well as pre-loved toys and built kits.

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GILLMAN PRODUCTIONS
https://www.facebook.com/people/Gillman ... 660789387/
Facebook page of this well-known and respected creator of high quality resin monster/creature kits.

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HASEGAWA
https://www.megahobby.com/categories/sc ... d:Hasegawa
A range of Macross meca and fighters, Maschinen Krieger and spaceships.

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HOWLIN WOLF PRODUCTIONS
https://www.jt-graphics.com/MK_HW.html
These kits were designed by the late Kip Hart. Kip was a master pattern creator and caster. Subjects are from BSG, Star Trek and other sources. Most of these kits were patterned by hand before the advent of 3D printing.

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JEFF JOHNSON: SCULPTING WARRIOR
http://sculptingwarrior.com/index.html
High quality sculpting services and model kits by talented sculptor Jeff Johnson. This site offers kits of three themes: prehistoric animals, cryptids and several movie monsters.

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JOE LAUDATI
http://www.joelaudati.com/
Joe Laudati works as a prototype sculptor for the model and figurine industries. Working traditionally in clay, He has hand-crafted the original templates for many toys, statues, and armies of 'garage' model kits that have become quite popular on the collector's circuit. He is something of a Ray Harryhausen specialist.

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JIMMY FLINTSTONE
https://jimmyflintstonestudios.com/
Shifter knobs, figurines and wall hangers, many of which are sci-fi and monsters related.

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JURASSIC ARTS
https://jurassicartsstore.com
Model kits created in the style of the 1970s Aurora Plastics Prehistoric Scenes 1/13TH scale models kits and created to fit in with the original dioramas. They are produced in white or off-white resin and require assembly and painting. Each kit has a limited-edition initial production run of 10-30, or until the molds give out. Occasionally new molds are produced for popular kits that have a higher demand. All kits include a color box, collectible color insert, base layout diagram, timeline, and illustrated instructions.

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LARSON DESIGNS
https://www.facebook.com/LarsonDesignsCatalog
Larson Designs/Lunar Models is a company that produces a wide range of resin model kits and parts. They have a variety of products, including kits for popular science fiction franchises such as Star Wars, Star Trek, and Lost in Space. They also produce kits for other subjects, such as the Man from Atlantis submarine. Their kits are highly detailed and are popular among model builders and collectors.

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MARSHALL MODELS
https://www.marshallcustommodels.com/
Marshall Models specializes in building highly accurate electrified models of all kinds. These models can be taken from any year or company of models and modified to look like the actual studio model used in movies, TV show or comic books. We also specialize in scratch building and basic motorization to bring an extra level of realism to your model. Many focused on Star Trek ships of the line.

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MASTERPIECE MODELS: PREHISTORIC ANIMALS
https://masterpiecemodels.com/product-c ... dinosaurs/
Dinosaurs and prehistoric megafauna in resin. Also, replica dinosaur teeth and skulls.

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MASTERPIECE MODELS: SCI-FI
https://masterpiecemodels.com/
Masterpiece Models manufactures and sells the highest quality resin assembly kits on the market today. Featuring kits for a variety of interests including WWII, Vietnam, Sci-fi, and aircraft bases.

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MENG MODELS
https://www.hobbylinc.com/meng-plastic-models
Producers of sci-fi kits from Dune, Wandering Earth and Evangelion.

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MERLIN MODELS
https://www.merlinmodels.com/
Merlin Models upholds the highest standards in quality and craftsmanship. This is recognized by our owners and by experts in the collectibles industry.

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MOEBIUS MODELS
https://moebiusmodels.com/index.html
Producers of an extensive range of TV monster, science fiction, superhero, classic automotive and military model kits. Battlestar Galactica, Lost in Space, Batman, 2001 and Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea are particularly well represented.

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MONARCH MODELS
https://culttvman.com/main/tag/monarch-models/
Monarch offers a diverse range of styrene kits including monsters, moon suits and Sinbad.

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MOONCREST MODELS: SCIFI AND FANTASY
http://www.mooncrest-models.co.uk/
A UK site stocking scale kits, replica kits and parts and ready-made displays and props. Dr. Who material is prominent.

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MPC
https://www.hobbylinc.com/mpc-science-f ... tic-models
The MPC range of plastic model kits features highly detailed science fiction models. Their Space: 1999 range is particularly popular, featuring the huge 1/48 scale Eagle Transporter. Their SF line also includes a number of Star Wars kits.

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PALEOCRAFT
http://www.paleocraft.com/
Paleocraft is dedicated to creating quality hard to find reproductions of extinct animals in the form of resin models for the hobbyist, model builder and general paleontology enthusiast. All models are produced from original sculptures and are hand cast in association with professional mold makers.

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PEGASUS HOBBIES
https://internethobbies.com/collections ... -fi-models
Pegasus offers a range of sci-fi models including a range of flying saucers and kits from 'The War of the Worlds'.

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QUARANTINE STUDIO
https://quarantinestudio.com/
Quarantine Studio produces limited edition collectible pre-painted and unpainted horror and fantasy statues.

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RANDY COOPER'S MODELS AND DESIGN: SCIENCE FICTION MINIATURES AND PROPS
https://randycoopermodelsdesign.squares ... me-aviator
A model maker with extensive movie model experience, Randy Cooper offers a range of high-end kits for sale.

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RESIN KIT
https://www.resin-kit.com/
Works of sculptor PP King are quite different from other sculptor's works which are about famous cartoons or comics characters, his kits is related to Oriental myths, telling about the story of the ancient world that how Gods, human beings, goblins and monsters interact, cooperate and even fight for their lives or rights and interests. And the world is balanced through the interaction of nine elements.

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RESIN REALITIES
https://resinrealities.net
Resin figures and busts by the finest sculptors. They pride themselves in providing quality and excellent service to its customers.

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REVEL-MONOGRAM
https://hobbymodels.com/collections/rev ... ram-sci-fi
Offering a wide range of Star Wars styrene kits.

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ROCCO THE SCULPTOR
https://www.roccotartamella.com/shop
A freelance artist specializing in custom creations.

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ROUND 2
https://www.round2corp.com/
Round 2 specialize in plastic model kits, die-cast replicas, electric slot cars, and model train accessories. Their family of brands includes AMT, MPC, Hawk/Lindberg and Polar Lights among others. Several of these brands have extensive sci-fi subjects.

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SHAWN NAGEL
https://www.facebook.com/shawn.nagle.77
A veteran of the garage kit industry Shane continues to produced highly sort after resin kits.

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SHIFLET BROTHERS FANTASY SCULPTURES
https://shiflettbrothers.com/
Yes, mostly fantasy but with the occasional sci-fi/monster crossover and worth a look for the quality, the brothers’ work sits in video game design firms, special effects houses, and art departments across several industries, as well as the personal collections of film directors Peter Jackson and Robert Rodriguez, and Weta Workshop founder Sir Richard Taylor.

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SIDESHOW
https://www.sideshow.com/collectibles
Statues, figurines and kits from a very wide range of fantastic media franchises.

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SKYHOOK MODELS
http://www.skyhookmodels.com/
A long-established producer and retailer of their own line of garage resin kits. Most are spaceships from classic science fiction films.

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SPACECRAFT CREATION MODELS
https://spacecraftcreationmodels.angelfire.com/
Selling a small range of models including several early Star Trek offerings.

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SPEARDRAGON
https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/SPEARDRAGO ... 6178#items
High quality horror kits.

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STANARTS
https://www.stannarts.com/
Stanarts offers a high-quality range of classic Universal monsters and several Star Wars kits. They also offer a kit painting service.

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TODD CAROLAN
https://www.facebook.com/todd.thumbprint
Todd Carolan is an artist who owns and operates Thumbprint Sculpture Studio in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He specializes in creating monstrous art from resin and other materials.

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WETA WORKSHOP COLLECTABLES
https://www.wetanz.com/
Weta Workshop’s collectibles are developed by their artists of film and are available for purchase here. Their collectibles range from figures to sculptures to prop replicas. Some of their popular collectibles include The Lord of fhe Rings, The Hobbit Trilogy, The Dark Crystal, Tomb Raider, Tomb Raider Anniversary, The Witcher, and Stranger Things.

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WHITWORTH SCULPTURE STUDIO
https://whitworthsculpturestudio.bigcartel.com/
Whitworth Sculpture Studio produces high quality resin busts, resin magnets, and resin model kits as well as fully finished/painted busts, magnets, and statues. Working with sculptors from the movie special effects, collectible statue, and garage kit industries. Every bust, magnet, and statue were hand sculpted and hand molded, individually hand casted in high quality translucent and opaque resins and hand painted.

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YAY MONSTERS!
A Denver-based prop and replica studio specializing in custom fabrication for cosplay, the film and TV industry, and private collectors. They create practical special effects, including intricate model kits like the one-third studio scale replica of the ET The Extra Terrestrial Mothership known as Zero Charisma. If you’re a fan of unique and imaginative creations, their shop offers a variety of model kits, including the All Terrain Defense Pod (AT-DP) Walker and the Aries 1B 1:144 Scale Model Kit.

WARP MODELS
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https://severnviewhobbies.co.uk/warp-mo ... e=1&mode=6
A diverse range of garage kits from Starship Troopers, Space 1999, Star Trek, Stingray and others.
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Absolutely fantastic resource Squiddy! 👍🤠
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bucketfoot-al wrote: January 22nd, 2024, 12:15 am Absolutely fantastic resource Squiddy! 👍🤠
Thanks so much BA for taking the time to comment. It's encouraging as I'm about to reengage with Resources after a break.
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Fantastic, thank you for your work. ( my wife is gonna hate you) :D :D
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LOBOREX wrote: January 22nd, 2024, 5:16 am Fantastic, thank you for your work. ( my wife is gonna hate you) :D :D
Thanks Loborex,
I'm pleased you like it. Oh, and your wife wouldn't be the first. :wink:
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