Batman Life Size Bust Sideshow

[INFECDEAD]

Looks like Andy Bergholtz is sculpting the life size Batman bust @ 23 seconds into the video.

:yess:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRZg_Tw34tg


http://i790.photobucket.com/albums/yy184/INFECDEAD/vlcsnap-2011-10-01-14h00m58s190.png

[spidermonkey]

I can't wait for this. Looks like I will be skipping the HCG Dark Knight bust for sure now. I know there different styles but
you can only have so many Batman 1:1s.

[INFECDEAD]

Well the HCG one is nice but I would have preferred a Begins version cos I like that suit more so I am just getting their Joker.
Looks like they will be quite large pieces, since a lot of DC characters have emblems on their chests they kinda need to be if they want to incorporate that.
This looks much bigger than the Marvel life size line.

[averone]

This looks huge!
Im going to need a bigger house!!

[seabiskit]

I am glad it was pointed out, I would have almost though it was a sign they were working on!

[wofford29]

If that's 1:1 Bergholtz is a midget. That thing is huge.

[attom44]

No doubt it will be great, but I'm sticking to Bats and Joker Movie versions...:) It will be hard to resist!

[Jedah Kalm]

On the last page of the new 2012 calendar that came with the Spook kit.
I don't know if this has been seen before.

http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll250/Jedah-Kalm/Misc/IMG_1322.jpg

[csutkakoma]

That bust looks sick! Can't wait for these!

[samueljd]

Now I'm going to have to buy that and I'd already decided to pass on the Cap one. This will be a must have.

[TheHulk]

Cap will go with Thor and this will go with Supes, or Joker if they make one, which they probably will

[JBElliott]

This looks huge!
Im going to need a bigger house!!

It's really sort of small. I was hoping for a 2:1 size, but I guess this is okay too. ;)

[ink]

oh damn.......

[intothevoid]

On the last page of the new 2012 calendar that came with the Spook kit.
I don't know if this has been seen before.

http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll250/Jedah-Kalm/Misc/IMG_1322.jpg

Holy ...

I know I'm not gonna have space for something like this :(

Any idea who drew the reference shot behind the bust?

[thenammagazine]

Looks like Ross.

[intothevoid]

It does look like Ross :)

Gonna look insane

[Grange Wallis]

He is the best... I love Andy's work!

[VS1976]

Holy moly :horror This will be mine. :thud:

[Batman29]

Cannot wait for this!

[JBElliott]

Holy ...

I know I'm not gonna have space for something like this :(

Any idea who drew the reference shot behind the bust?

No one has size for this, but buy it anyway and store it for when you do have space. It's going to cost a lot more if you wait and try to pick it up off eBay.

[bg188]

Man, that looks sick!

[JEDSTER]

This is without question a definite buy for me.
I must have this.

[ink]

Man, that looks sick!

indeed :exactly:

[csutkakoma]

http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll250/Jedah-Kalm/Misc/IMG_1322.jpg

It looks badass, angry, dark, wild, powerfull and sick! I hope the PF will follow the same path. This thing looks awesome.

[buzzybean]

That 1:1 Batman head looks real boss. God I hope they do Wonder Woman right!

BB

[csutkakoma]

Real boss! Yeah thats the right word! :rock

[AvatarFan]

This will be joining my Captain America on the shelves! This so far looks like it will be gorgeous!

[attom44]

Andy/Alex it can't fail!

[Professor Oreo]

Andy absolutely murdered this thing - it looks phenomenal. The art he's using as reference was provided by Sideshow's in-house concept team.

[meanstreak]

this is gonna be incredible..

[Bezzerkerr]

http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll250/Jedah-Kalm/Misc/IMG_1322.jpg

WOW, that's gonna be one serious piece. Aside from 1:1 full-statues and screen used props, the 1:1 bust are at the top of the food-chain.

[The Mike]

I'm interested to see it finished. The inspiration is definitely Alex Ross but there are some subtle differences especially around the ear length and if the finished piece doesn't have open eyeholes with that portion revealed then it would undoubtedly be simply inspired by. Either way it's looking great.

[meanstreak]

all these dc products have me feeling pretty giddy...

gonna have to get rid of some of my other stuff to fund these

[brucecamblzchin]

all these dc products have me feeling pretty giddy...

gonna have to get rid of some of my other stuff to fund these

Yep.

That is pretty tight.

[garou_terry]

HOLY frack. Of course, this is a must buy. It's a good thing i've been downsizing my action figures and some Hot Toys stuff recently. will definitely need the space for this.

[hairlesswookiee]

Awesome news. I'll definitely have to look into getting one of these.


Sent from my iPhone located on the planet Hoth.

[tommyh84]

Cannot wait to get this, shame it's probably at least a year away :(

[buzzybean]

Ordered!

BB

[JBElliott]

Ordered it already and got it last week!

[Something Sexy]

This is coming a lot sooner than I thought.

[the Doctor]

http://oi52.tinypic.com/4pvc44.jpg

[tommyh84]

I just saw that as well, surely not?

[The Mike]

I am fairly surprised this is a Spooktacular order.

[KBA]

Another bust tempting me to collect 1:1. Going to be hard to resist.

[VS1976]

I am fairly surprised this is a Spooktacular order.

It is?? :dunno

[VASith]

It is?? :dunno

Yep...usually if an item is teased on the official Spooktacular calendar and they state that it will be up for order during Spook....that kinda hints it as being a Spook release.

[averone]

Surprise!!!! :lol

[ink]

gotta get this

[VS1976]

Maybe its a PF?

[The Mike]

The tweet specifically mentions a 1:1:

::day 17 of the #Spooktacular2011 Countdown:: HolyLife-Size Bust! @DC_Nation #SideshowCollectibles ow.ly/i/jmlC

[tommyh84]

I'd be extremely surprised if this is the Sideshow Life Size Bust

[attom44]

Hmmm maybe the Batman Pf or most likely the Batman LSB...:) Either way.. win, win, and win!

[The Mike]

*sigh

Why would they tease with "Holy Life Size Bust" to give is an LSB or PF?:cuckoo:

[Custo]

*sigh

Why would they tease with "Holy Life Size Bust" to give is an LSB or PF?:cuckoo:

Exactly what I was thinking :lol

[JEDSTER]

I am soooooooooooooo stoked beyond words !!!!!!!!!!

[VS1976]

The tweet specifically mentions a 1:1:

:slap LOL... So much for reading the web page. :monkey1

[the Doctor]

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i think this makes perfect sense.Release the top 2 characters to get the ball rolling...joker pf and batman bust.Its what most of us want right?

[The Mike]

Top 2 characters is debatable but it's definitely coming right out of the blocks with heavy hitters.

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i think this makes perfect sence.Release the top 2 characters to get the ball rolling...joker pf and batman bust.Its what most of us want right?

I prefer a 1:4 Batman PF though. The bust though looks so sweet. Wonder what the ES will be?

[ink]

I'd be extremely surprised if this is the Sideshow Life Size Bust

surprise! :rotfl

[the Doctor]

I prefer a 1:4 Batman PF though. The bust though looks so sweet. Wonder what the ES will be?

Looking at the ES of joker i'd say loads...:slap:lol

[ink]

I prefer a 1:4 Batman PF though. The bust though looks so sweet. Wonder what the ES will be?

the 1:1 busts are usually inbetween 300-500 for the ES

[ink]

Looking at the ES of joker i'd say loads...:slap:lol

the joker PF wasn't $500 either :dunno

[The Mike]

I wouldn't be shocked if this were slightly higher because it's Batman but it won't crest 1000. SSC knows that 1:1 is a niche market and that people don't have the space. Realistically I'm more interested in the quality, price and overall look than the piece itself. With the costs rising on everything and DC SSC looking to be amazingly awesome the only thing bigger than 1:4 for me will be Green Lantern items but I'm still excited to see this thing premiered.

[ink]

I wouldn't be shocked if this were slightly higher because it's Batman but it won't crest 1000. SSC knows that 1:1 is a niche market and that people don't have the space. Realistically I'm more interested in the quality, price and overall look than the piece itself. With the costs rising on everything and DC SSC looking to be amazingly awesome the only thing bigger than 1:4 for me will be Green Lantern items but I'm still excited to see this thing premiered.

I could see sideshow making 550-600 of these

[the Doctor]

the joker PF wasn't $500 either :dunno

True but this being there first DC bust the demand for it will be hyper do you think?

[ink]

True but this being there first DC bust the demand for it will be hyper do you think?

I dunno, some 1:1's sell like a mofo like cap & wolverine and some sit there

most people can't drop $500 or more on these busts, size is also a deterrent for some collectors too

[the Doctor]

One thing i dont get is they used the dark knight movie bat logo on the chest when the rest of the sculpt looks to be comic book based.

http://i790.photobucket.com/albums/yy184/INFECDEAD/vlcsnap-2011-10-01-14h00m58s190.png

[automaton]

that doesn't look like TDK (movie) logo at all...

[VS1976]

One thing i dont get is they used the dark knight movie bat logo on the chest when the rest of the sculpt looks to be comic book based.

http://i790.photobucket.com/albums/yy184/INFECDEAD/vlcsnap-2011-10-01-14h00m58s190.png

It still looks good....:wink1:

[ink]

that's not the movie bat

[ink]

It still looks good....:wink1:

andy B never disappoints :lecture

[the Doctor]

that doesn't look like TDK (movie) logo at all...

They're not identical but there are definate similarities.


It still looks good....:wink1:

True!:lol

[automaton]

"They're not identical but there are definite similarities".


yeah, 2 ears and 2 wings.

[Pass Da Joint]

I made a promise to myself that I would only buy DC PFs and Comiquettes but damn it SS you're pushing me.

[Bezzerkerr]

I could see sideshow making 550-600 of these

i think this is an accurate estimate

most people can't drop $500 or more on these busts, size is also a deterrent for some collectors too

:goodpost: but for me the scale is what makes it great.

[thenammagazine]

"They're not identical but there are definite similarities".


yeah, 2 ears and 2 wings.

:lecture:lecture:lecture:exactly: Other than being a bat, they're as different as any other Batman sigils. :lol

[The Mike]

You guys do realize that over the character's 72 year history, the batsymbol has changed an amazing amount of times right?

http://www.bite.ca/bitedaily/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/Bat-Symbol.jpg

While I haven't pinned down Andy's specific symbol yet, I wouldn't be shocked if it wasn't a mix of various symbols.

[buzzybean]

There's gotta be more than that.

BB

[Pass Da Joint]

You guys do realize that over the character's 72 year history, the batsymbol has changed an amazing amount of times right?

http://www.bite.ca/bitedaily/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/Bat-Symbol.jpg

While I haven't pinned down Andy's specific symbol yet, I wouldn't be shocked if it wasn't a mix of various symbols.

I don't see the DKR version there...:nana:

[intothevoid]

The symbol on this looks like a mix between the TDK and Jim Lee's versions.

Or even a mix between Batman Begins suit (which had a very similar symbol to Jim Lee's design) and TDK versions.

It's classic Batman though, can't wait to see more pics of this beauty

[INFECDEAD]

I hope this is it - Spooktacular 17th October. Sorry I can't capture the pic...:slap

http://www.sideshowtoy.com/?page_id=36137#

[demorathis]

Looks like Andy Bergholtz is sculpting the life size Batman bust @ 23 seconds into the video.

:yess:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRZg_Tw34tg


http://i790.photobucket.com/albums/yy184/INFECDEAD/vlcsnap-2011-10-01-14h00m58s190.png

Personally I'm looking forward to the 1/6 Batmans - the OG Batman, Jim Lee (I think - or Frank Miller), Current (new 52), Arkham Asylum versions shown in the illustrations...=)

[VS1976]

Can't wait to order this baby.

[Pass Da Joint]

So around $700 for this?

[krec9]

want this but $700 is a lit to much

[MachineGunMan]

Very tempted by this, It will be a purchase depending on how it looks after paint. And as long as its not too expensive.

[VS1976]

So around $700 for this?

$500 :wink1: quit giving SSC ideas:thwak

[NorthernLadMSP]

I want this too, but I don't think I'll go for $700 . . . Probably will get him if he's $599 like the Marvel 1:1 busts!

[averone]

He is much bigger, I think $799.99 sounds about right.

[VS1976]

He is much bigger, I think $799.99 sounds about right.

:thud: why don't we make it an even $1k? :thwak

[averone]

:thud: why don't we make it an even $1k? :thwak

Sure why not! :lol

But VS, look at Cap 1:1 bust at $599, this Batman looks to be twice the size, Im just saying...

[VS1976]

Sure why not! :lol

But VS, look at Cap 1:1 bust at $599, this Batman looks to be twice the size, Im just saying...

True but there is more detail on Cap then Batman. It surely can't be more then $600.

[SolidLiquidFox]

Unless they tax you for being Batman who is way more popular than Cap

[averone]

True but there is more detail on Cap then Batman. It surely can't be more then $600.

We hope it will be less!
I cant wait to see that Catwoman!

[VS1976]

I want a Wonder Woman bust now!

[MachineGunMan]

I want a Wonder Woman bust now!

Ive wanted wonder woman's bust for some time as well :rotfl :peace

(someone had to do it):yess:

[INFECDEAD]

Looks a good half a foot taller than the Marvel 1:1's, I'm expecting $700 for this at least*






*but I won't pay over $500 sideshow :monkey3

[attom44]

Ive wanted wonder woman's bust for some time as well :rotfl :peace

(someone had to do it):yess:

Just the bust????...:)

[MachineGunMan]

Just the bust????...:)

:rotfl for starters... it might be best not to buy any wonder woman statues second hand guys.........:horror

[Pass Da Joint]

Just the bust????...:)

I'll take her back-side. I will absolutely destroy it too ;)

[yodasan]

Another bust tempting me to collect 1:1. Going to be hard to resist.

You know what they say about resistance.

1:1 :lecture

[Cifer85]

Oh, this Bust could be soooo amazing... Want to see more pics SSC!!!

[thenammagazine]

:rotfl for starters... it might be best not to buy any wonder woman statues second hand guys.........:horror

:exactly::lecture:lecture:lecture Or Power Girl for that matter. :lol

[ink]

:rotfl for starters... it might be best not to buy any wonder woman statues second hand guys.........:horror

:exactly::lecture:lecture:lecture Or Power Girl for that matter. :lol

that could go for any female statue :rotfl

[thenammagazine]

that could go for any female statue :rotfl

Not really. Who would wank to a Death statue? :dunno

[The Mike]

for starters... it might be best not to buy any wonder woman statues second hand guys.....

Or Power Girl for that matter.

that could go for any female statue

http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_li0d384ly61qablhto1_500.gif

Not really. Who would wank to a Death statue? :dunno

DC Comics Death?

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_QnmKlzDOMjA/TDjyvxwmc7I/AAAAAAAAMUA/45P1jPTYZ4g/death.jpg


:monkey3:monkey3:monkey3:monkey3:monkey3:monkey3

[thenammagazine]

DC Comics Death?

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_QnmKlzDOMjA/TDjyvxwmc7I/AAAAAAAAMUA/45P1jPTYZ4g/death.jpg


:monkey3:monkey3:monkey3:monkey3:monkey3:monkey3

Goth tweens just don't do it for me. :dunno

[The Mike]

Technically Death isn't a Tween although that Finch drawing could be interpreted as such. She is a waify Goth chick.

This was the inspiration.
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/db/Cinnamon%2BDringenberg.jpg

While she still may not do it for you, for me if I can ____ an Amazon, I can ____ a personification of Death done up like a chick who shops at Hot Topic.

[thenammagazine]

I'm sorry. :wave :lol

[The Mike]

What can I say, when it comes to hypothetical, comic book female bedhopping, pepe sees few limitations.

http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_les7xwlO1R1qbsj1d.gif

:lol

[thenammagazine]

What can I say, when it comes to hypothetical, comic book female bedhopping, pepe sees few limitations.

http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_les7xwlO1R1qbsj1d.gif

:lol

http://sideshowcollectors.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=1611&pictureid=20741

[The Mike]

That would be one of the few. :lol I leave those to this guy:

http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2010/09/13/article-0-0B2B0259000005DC-45_233x423.jpg

[Andr3w]

:rotfl for starters... it might be best not to buy any wonder woman statues second hand guys.........:horror

LOL :rotfl:rotfl

[Bezzerkerr]

is this gonna be put up for order during Spook?

[The Mike]

Yeah, according to SSC's teasers it looks like it will.

[Hellz Manik]

do you think they will ever do a michael keaton one?

[INFECDEAD]

From Ask Sideshow
Friday, September 30th, 2011
Will we ever see a Nicholson Keaton Batman Joker PFF?
Dare to dream, my friend. We certainly are. And we have BIG plans for the DC license!
If PF's are a possibility busts should be also.

[The Mike]

Remember how Spider-Man has two versions, Venom, Iron Man? I'm sure they'll be a few Batvariants in every medium. 1:1 included

[Bezzerkerr]

Yeah, according to SSC's teasers it looks like it will.

Oh boy, i hope Sideshow takes it easy on us.

[MachineGunMan]

Remember how Spider-Man has two versions, Venom, Iron Man? I'm sure they'll be a few Batvariants in every medium. 1:1 included

Agreed batman will be done numerous times in every format, he is gonna be a cash cow for sideshow, which should be good for collectors who want a certain version.

[garou_terry]

From Ask Sideshow
Friday, September 30th, 2011
Will we ever see a Nicholson Keaton Batman Joker PFF?
Dare to dream, my friend. We certainly are. And we have BIG plans for the DC license!
If PF's are a possibility busts should be also.

"BIG" plans.

actual meaning = 1:1 busts, Premium Formats, LSBs, LSFs, Comiquettes.

somewhere out there, i can hear a thousand wallets screaming.

[tommyh84]

So how does this spooktacular work? Will this Batman Bust be up for pre-order today?

[Mr. Green]

From 24-31, Spooktacular will preview a new items each day. But you won't be able to order for at least a few weeks.

I am keeping my wallet n budget in check for sure. Only Hulk n Bats.

[JEDSTER]

I am on the edge of my seat waiting for the full reveal !!!
Can't f^&*ing wait !!!!!!

[INFECDEAD]

From 24-31, Spooktacular will preview a new items each day. But you won't be able to order for at least a few weeks.

I am keeping my wallet n budget in check for sure. Only Hulk n Bats.

I thought the Previews were from the 1st to the 23rd and then they all went up for order during the Spooktacular this week? :dunno :pray:

[Mr. Green]

I thought the Previews were from the 1st to the 23rd and then they all went up for order during the Spooktacular this week? :dunno :pray:

No, I doubts it. About half of the 1st - 23rd are like early trick r treats. Notice the countdown.

[Gipetto0812]

The new P1 Predator Statue was a preview piece and now is up for PO :huh

[JEDSTER]

can't wait for the PO !!!!
aaaaaaaahhhhhhhh

[Bezzerkerr]

can't wait for the PO !!!!
aaaaaaaahhhhhhhh

I too am eagerly anticipating the PO, but it's gotta be mind-blowingly awesome for me to drop $600+ on it.

[JEDSTER]

My friend who paints for SS have seen it and he can assure me that I will love it.

I will love it, it's batman and it's not Adam West or Clooney. But a serious representation of more of a comic book Batman. It's a must have.

[JEDSTER]

I am hoping we will see it today from that Spooktacular reveal.

[averone]

My friend who paints for SS have seen it and he can assure me that I will love it.

I will love it, it's batman and it's not Adam West or Clooney. But a serious representation of more of a comic book Batman. It's a must have.


I am sure you will love it!
I am putting one on order as soon as I see it.
Price is not much an issue as is the size of the thing. It looks to be massive!

[JEDSTER]

I am sure you will love it!
I am putting one on order as soon as I see it.
Price is not much an issue as is the size of the thing. It looks to be massive!

Most definitely man.
I am an avid (NON-campy) Batman collector, so this is an automatic must-have.
Everyday I search for worthy Batman stuff to own to enrich my collection hahahaha.

[Bezzerkerr]

My friend who paints for SS have seen it and he can assure me that I will love it.

I will love it, it's batman and it's not Adam West or Clooney. But a serious representation of more of a comic book Batman. It's a must have.

I'm not committing to anything until i determine for myself that it is in fact the definitive Batman representation.

I am sure you will love it!
I am putting one on order as soon as I see it.
Price is not much an issue as is the size of the thing. It looks to be massive!

Averone, it sounds like you have already seen it...

[averone]

I'm not committing to anything until i determine for myself that it is in fact the definitive Batman representation.



Averone, it sounds like you have already seen it...

The painted version? Yes (Dont ask, I cannot show)
Its splendid! Just wait a few, it will be up for order Im sure. I dont know when but I am waiting along with everyone else to order him.

[Bezzerkerr]

The painted version? Yes (Dont ask, I cannot show)
Its splendid! Just wait a few, it will be up for order Im sure. I dont know when but I am waiting along with everyone else to order him.

waiting implies that i must be patient, we all know that's impossible.

[Andr3w]

My friend who paints for SS have seen it and he can assure me that I will love it.

I will love it, it's batman and it's not Adam West or Clooney. But a serious representation of more of a comic book Batman. It's a must have.

you got me excited. I envy your friend.

[JBElliott]

I'll have to wait and see images of it before I order it.

[MachineGunMan]

I'll have to wait and see images of it before I order it.

That is very true because it wont be for sale until images are up...:goodpost::rotfl

[Mr. Green]

I am sure its nice but pass....no room and no $$$ for it. :(

[The Batman Professor]

My friend who paints for SS have seen it and he can assure me that I will love it.

I will love it, it's batman and it's not Adam West or Clooney. But a serious representation of more of a comic book Batman. It's a must have.

Don't be hatin' on West. He's the reason some of us started collecting Bats in the first place. It's hard for the young'uns to understand, but Batmania reigned supreme in 1966, the like of which we haven't seen since. 1989 was close, 2008 was awesome, but '66 was THE YEAR OF THE BAT.

However, I give you leave to pour your hatred upon Schumacher/Clooney.

[JEDSTER]

Don't be hatin' on West. He's the reason some of us started collecting Bats in the first place. It's hard for the young'uns to understand, but Batmania reigned supreme in 1966, the like of which we haven't seen since. 1989 was close, 2008 was awesome, but '66 was THE YEAR OF THE BAT.

However, I give you leave to pour your hatred upon Schumacher/Clooney.

I guess i just don't see and could not appreciate the campy and almost funny take that West portrayed.

I mean, yes during the ____ Sprang run on the comic books, Batman was kinda wacky and the atmosphere was just really campy (to me personally it's just not Batman at all and really stupid in my personal opinion).

I grew up reading Batman books by Dennis O' Neil and Neal Adams, and that was the dark batman I like and I believe that is how it should be. I mean for a guy who was surrounded by anger and sadness watching his parents got killed and living that trauma and having those negativity aspect of crime that pushes Bruce to fight crime.... I don't think an angry man like Batman could do campy in fighting crimes.

But that's my two cents and my personal opinion. I started collecting batman because of that first taste of Batman from the Dennis O' Neil/Neal Adams era books.

But if we talk about movie wise, I think my favorite is Batman Begins. I think Batman Begins is greater movie to TDK. Of course i love the 2 movies that Tim Burton directed too and absolutely love the visuals of Batman Returns.

[JEDSTER]

I am hoping this bust to be Black / grey suit version or a really dark blue / grey version kinda like Arkham City color scheme, but if not it's still cool. :)

[The Batman Professor]

Batman is the most malleable character in comics. He works as both the brooding creature of the night as seen in the Nolan films, as well as the kid-friendly sensei to the DC Universe that we see on BRAVE AND THE BOLD. As a four-year old kid in 1966, I really believed that shark was hanging off his leg, and it was serious business!

Adam West is just as an integral part of Batman's history as is Keaton or Bale. That a person may not care for that iteration is perfectly fine, but it sure as hell is not "stupid" to those of us who were there.

[cokebabies]

Batman is the most malleable character in comics. He works as both the brooding creature of the night as seen in the Nolan films, as well as the kid-friendly sensei to the DC Universe that we see on BRAVE AND THE BOLD. As a four-year old kid in 1966, I really believed that shark was hanging off his leg, and it was serious business!

Adam West is just as an integral part of Batman's history as is Keaton or Bale. That a person may not care for that iteration is perfectly fine, but it sure as hell is not "stupid" to those of us who were there.

I really don't like West's Batman, or the show at all. But I do understand why people would like it, and why it was so important to its time, as well as to the overall Bat mythos.

I'm sure there are a lot of people who weren't around in this time period who like West's Batman, but I would think that being around when it was big is pretty integral to liking it.

[SolidLiquidFox]

There are younger people that don't care for the Keaton Batman. The sun sets and rises with Bale because that's what they know of now. It's a generation thing. You had to be a kid and watch West's show to feel anything for it. Otherwise I can see people thinking it's stupid.

It's funny how the 90's animated series transcends the split of the live action stuff. It really is almost universally loved by all Bat-fans.

[ink]

Don't be hatin' on West. He's the reason some of us started collecting Bats in the first place. It's hard for the young'uns to understand, but Batmania reigned supreme in 1966, the like of which we haven't seen since. 1989 was close, 2008 was awesome, but '66 was THE YEAR OF THE BAT.

However, I give you leave to pour your hatred upon Schumacher/Clooney.

I like west & keaton, but I don't really care for bale

[MachineGunMan]

Every batman fan/collector has their favorite era's and the great thing is since he is such a popular character i see lots of different products/versions for us all to enjoy :)

[JEDSTER]

There are younger people that don't care for the Keaton Batman. The sun sets and rises with Bale because that's what they know of now. It's a generation thing. You had to be a kid and watch West's show to feel anything for it. Otherwise I can see people thinking it's stupid.

It's funny how the 90's animated series transcends the split of the live action stuff. It really is almost universally loved by all Bat-fans.

BTAS is just SOOOOOOO awesome !!!!!!! :)
especially with Kevin Conroy that really defines that Batman voice. Pure awesome.

[tommyh84]

Another day and no sign of this, can't take much more waiting :p

[The Mike]

It's funny how the 90's animated series transcends the split of the live action stuff. It really is almost universally loved by all Bat-fans.

Absolutely. Kevin Conroy will always be my favorite Batman and Tim Daly my favorite Superman.

[VS1976]

Another day and no sign of this, can't take much more waiting :p

I wouldn't be suprise if this is launched on Halloween. :monkey1

[JEDSTER]

Another day and no sign of this, can't take much more waiting :p

I KNOW RIGHT !!!!!!!!

[Bezzerkerr]

i hope sideshow puts this up for order on a reasonable day like today or tomorrow. Saturday or Monday would be a real kick in the *****...especially after such a weak day of pre-orders (Wed).

[Bezzerkerr]

more crap up for PO, still no sign of batman

[MachineGunMan]

more crap up for PO, still no sign of batman

:goodpost::exactly: Oh c'mon you would rather have the bat man bust then ragady ann?!? :gah:

[Bezzerkerr]

:goodpost::exactly: Oh c'mon you would rather have the bat man bust then ragady ann?!? :gah:

for the most part the pre-orders have been BRUTAL.

[JBElliott]

Mine showed up the other day and it looks great!

[blue_rogue]

Another day and no sign of this, can't take much more waiting :p

Saving the best for last looks like.

[MachineGunMan]

[QUOTE=blue_rogue;3925174]Saving the best for last looks like.[/QUOT

The wait for me is too hard, i wish i didnt know it was coming then i wouldnt be checking every five minutes :gah:

[JEDSTER]

I am the same dude !!!!! Hahahahaha.

[azurepred]

Saving the best for last looks like.

yea, that sucks I have to wait 3 more days for Wolf.........oh wait.

[bg188]

Hoping they reveal this today.

[attom44]

It's up!! It's awesome ordered!

[DFanatic]

Hoping they reveal this today.

They did:

http://www.sideshowtoy.com/mas_assets/jpg/400112_press01-001.jpg

[MachineGunMan]

My bank account is officially murdered!!!! thank you sideshow!

[Mamba]

Damn he looks freaking good

[ilikethat69]

the price is way too over...

[DFanatic]

the price is way too over...

Really? I thought it was pretty good. I'm not a huge Batman fan but If I was I would definitely get this. Looks like the same price range as all other Marvel busts. In fact, it's cheaper than the Iron Man ones.

[tommyh84]

No EX version?

[Corrose]

Looks amazing, too much for me to let go of though.
Grats to those getting it.

[ilikethat69]

No EX version?

if ever there is a ex for it, its always a nameplate, and we all know who he is :D:D

[IrishJedi]

I like it. May order it from a retailer.

[tommyh84]

if ever there is a ex for it, its always a nameplate, and we all know who he is :D:D

I know but it would still be nice to have :p

I've ordered regardless, couldn't turn this one down

[VS1976]

Damn looks sweet but the price is so ......... mofo..... Ordered!

[ilikethat69]

I know but it would still be nice to have :p

I've ordered regardless, couldn't turn this one down

:hi5: :hi5:

[fashizal1]

EDIT: found it :wave

[fashizal1]

you guys think this is a better buy than the hcg bust?

[Bullseye]

Great looking bust.

[creature4000]

This is awesome! One of the great BM collectibles out there IMO.

I wish I had room of a BM collection. :(

BTW.. price is right. Considering SS prices have all raised.

[Smooth Criminal]

Sweet looking bust woulda been even better with light up feature!

[xYx]

A definite order but will hold out for a week or so.

[ecanes09]

Love batman but I will wait for the PF congrats on those who pick this one up looks nice

[Darth Snoopy]

Looks awesome to me! :rock :rock

[bumblebee]

F@cking epic!!!! Ordered!!!!

[SolidLiquidFox]

Sweet looking bust woulda been even better with light up feature!

Wait...what?

[wookielovin]

WOW i dont collect DC but DAM This is a nice piece

[The Josh]

Pretty badass looking bust. :rock

[xYx]

Wait...what?

I think Smooth is talking about the sonar thing he had in the Dark Knight movie.

[creature4000]

Pretty badass looking bust. :rock

Sideshow's only Homerun this Spook!

[howardsstudios]

Expression is weird... likes he's about to start laughing?

Overall it is a very nice bust!

H

www.howardsstudios.com

[NorthernLadMSP]

Wow!!!!! This is _____*ing awesome!!! This will probably be my first life size bust! :clap

[IrishJedi]

I think Smooth is talking about the sonar thing he had in the Dark Knight movie.

That's not sonar eyes, though. This is the comic version.

[sarakawa]

Wow, this looks seriously awesome. I prob won't get it due to money and space constraints though. I'm gonna hold out for a batman PF but this is def tempting...awesome piece!

[Natrix]

Looks great but the prices on the new releases are getting crazy...this is $80 more than the more detailed Captain America 1:1 bust?

[JEDSTER]

freaking AWESOME !!!

[bg188]

Wow! Been waiting for this all week!

[NorthernLadMSP]

So, I did a scale comparison shot of him side by side with the Joker PF, and it is going to make one AWESOME display!!! Now, I'm hoping the Catwoman we've seen is a PF too, and she can go on the opposite side of the Joker with Batman in the center!

[Collector_Neo]

Holy ____!
Thats one piece of awesomeness.

I'm Confused. Totally

SS's FB update hints that the Wolf is up next!

[xYx]

That's not sonar eyes, though. This is the comic version.

I know but I think that what Smooth was implying with the light up feature statement he made.

Speaking of which did Sideshow ever stated that they'll be tackling DC's other properties, like the movies or anything?

Wonder how big the ES will be on this one?

[Capulet1984]

Amazing Piece!!! the detail is absolutely swesome

I can say when it's gonna be one of most significant piece to any collection.

[SolidLiquidFox]

If they are tempting people to get at least the big 7 in bust form...

It's working!

[averone]

Ordered

Another very expensive year. With all this new DC stuff coming out this year and the next, my wallet is going to be empty

[xYx]

Ordered

Another very expensive year. With all this new DC stuff coming out this year and the next, my wallet is going to be empty

Stop lying Alex, you're not fooling anyone. :thwak

[vorpoll]

Will probably be my first 1:1 bust. Looks great IMO

[VS1976]

Stop lying Alex, you're not fooling anyone. :thwak

:lol :rotfl:lol

[JBElliott]

The detail is nice, but the price is not and the art direction isn't either. It's not any better than the half scale bust that DCD released a few years back.

I ordered one because it's pretty nice and will be a nice addition to my Batman collection, but if I couldn't get one I wouldn't cry.

[averone]

Stop lying Alex, you're not fooling anyone. :thwak

What??

Its going to look very nice next to the PF!!

[ecanes09]

So, I did a scale comparison shot of him side by side with the Joker PF, and it is going to make one AWESOME display!!! Now, I'm hoping the Catwoman we've seen is a PF too, and she can go on the opposite side of the Joker with Batman in the center!

Nice thanks for that side by side.

After looking at it for a while I think I must bite on this looks great and reminds me of the Arkham Batman. Time to use sideshow points

[spazzy]

Very cool!

Not rush to order, but I will have this!

[meanstreak]

This is awesome.... definately considering this (even though i'm broke as hell) :lol

[Khev]

DC isn't my thing but that is one great looking bust!

[VS1976]

Just got a shipping quote for a Thor 1:1 Bust which is similar to Batman and it will only cost $25 to Canada. Its an easier route to buy it throught SSC versus getting it from an etailer. I would think this would cost at leasr $60 to $80 to ship from them.

[NorthernLadMSP]

Just ordered mine from CornerStore Comics!!! AWESOME, so excited :clap

[ecanes09]

After reward point applied 510 remaining not bad. Last item to order this year will be ringwrath pf if it comes out

[ecanes09]

Just ordered mine from CornerStore Comics!!! AWESOME, so excited :clap

Great price at CsC how much is shipping ?

[ink]

ordered as well

[ink]

No EX version?

1:1 busts don't have an EX

[ink]

andy B + sculpting tools = win :lecture

[David Dunn]

Thank goodness we're getting the comic version and not some Alex Ross version. LOVE THE WHITE EYES!!! This is epic. Ordered!!!

[NorthernLadMSP]

Great price at CsC how much is shipping ?

The shipping came to $48.

[VS1976]

The shipping came to $48.

Checked the Cornerstore & it was over $100 to ship. Paying more so it was cheaper to go direct.

[NorthernLadMSP]

Oh . . . well, I assume that is because you're in Canada. I got the UPS quote to me from CornerStore for $48, plus their price is $68 cheaper than Sideshow, and no NRD.

[matt85]

This bust is awesome. And it must be massive 29 inch is huge. I don't even think my wolf bust is that tall and it is massive

[MachineGunMan]

This was my easiest order of the year, what a great bust :clap

[automaton]

not my format, but if it was i would be all over this... looks amazing!

[ink]

The shipping came to $48.

same here



.

[daikkenaurora]

Eyes seem to be a little too far apart. (especially in the 8th pic)

[NorthernLadMSP]

same here



.

Did you order from Sideshow direct, or CornerStore?

[ink]

Did you order from Sideshow direct, or CornerStore?

cornerstore. I don't buy 1:1s direct since there's no EX

[NorthernLadMSP]

cornerstore. I don't buy 1:1s direct since there's no EX

Cool! Yeah, they had a really good savings, and I've ordered from them before. Their service is top notch.

[ink]

Cool! Yeah, they had a really good savings, and I've ordered from them before. Their service is top notch.

I ordered cap from alterego

[NorthernLadMSP]

I've never ordered from them before, are they good?

[ink]

I've never ordered from them before, are they good?

very

prices are sometimes a couple bucks cheaper than most retailers too

[VS1976]

I ordered cap from alterego

It would cost me $715 to go with Alterego. Geesh shipping is $102.

With SSC (rewards points = $34) after it would really cost me $671 shipped. :panic:

[ink]

It would cost me $715 to go with Alterego. Geesh shipping is $102.

With SSC (rewards points = $34) after it would really cost me $671 shipped. :panic:

not me lol

I live straight south of it, off the same highway about 2 hours & no state sales tax :yess:

[VS1976]

not me lol

I live straight south of it, off the same highway about 2 hours & no state sales tax :yess:

:monkey1 must be nice yah damn yankees :pfft:

[ink]

:monkey1 must be nice yah damn yankees :pfft:

:lol:lol:lol

[JBElliott]

For the price that Side Show is asking, I don't know why they didn't make it bigger, 1:1 is pretty tiny for that price. I would like something like 5:1 or 10:1, that would really be great.

[JBElliott]

This was posted over on Statue Forum:

http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac256/MoochRex/BatBustCompare.jpg

There are changes made mostly to the jaw line. The changes make the bust look a lot better.

[LOTRFan]

Fantastic looking piece, the first two SS DC offerings have been more than solid. :hi5:

[yautja31337]

awesome, really tempted to get this, debating on getting it or wait for the inevitable pf.

[JEDSTER]

I ordered mine from cornerstore.
And the total including CA tax is $660
and no shipping charge for me, as I am picking it up from there myself.
FTW !

[averone]

I ordered mine from cornerstore.
And the total including CA tax is $660
and no shipping charge for me, as I am picking it up from there myself.
FTW !

Nice congrats!!
Will you be getting the PF?

[meanstreak]

damn it i'm tempted to sell a lot of my hot toys to fund this.

[VS1976]

damn it i'm tempted to sell a lot of my hot toys to fund this.

3 HTs would do it. :goodpost: WHo collects HT anyways :dunno :wink1:

[Balsquat]

Nice thanks for that side by side.

After looking at it for a while I think I must bite on this looks great and reminds me of the Arkham Batman. Time to use sideshow points

Your better off using the points for a cheaper item, unless you have enough for a Significant discount. Remember, if you use points, you wont gain any on the purchase. It sucks not getting points on a $600+ item.:(

[The Mike]

This is very tempting, especially with the five FPs. I said originally only GL in this scale but I'm beginning to waver. I'm glad that even though Alex Ross was the base that they went Modern Comic book styling and gave him the lenses.

[wofford29]

Don't like it. Really bizarre anatomy on that head.