New Mjolnir Thor Dark World Hammer

[one4smoke]

I've got one coming. Should arrive in about a week. I'll let you know what I think.

Happen to get it yet?!?

 

[Y4NK33 PL4N3T]

That kid looks like he's having the time of his life!

 

[Vitus]

That kid looks like he's having the time of his life!

I get nervous when my kid gets his Thor hammer that close to my stuff!

 

[one4smoke]

Has anyone else gotten one of these? If so, what do you think?

 

[Darth Lam]

Actually, yes, got it, and.....returned it. Handle is paint, not leather, and sloppy paint at that. Had some paint rubbed off the handle as well. The hammer has some good weight to it, but the grey paint is so flat and dull that it makes it look like a toy. Like a big, heavy, plastic toy.

 

[mrsparkle]

Actually, yes, got it, and.....returned it. Handle is paint, not leather, and sloppy paint at that. Had some paint rubbed off the handle as well. The hammer has some good weight to it, but the grey paint is so flat and dull that it makes it look like a toy. Like a big, heavy, plastic toy.

Did you manage to take any pics of it before you returned it?

 

[Darth Lam]

I did. I'll upload them for you guys tomorrow. It was a big letdown, since I really love the design of this hammer.

 

[Darth Lam]

Alright. Here is the hammer next to eFx's hammer. Yes, both the head and handle are slightly larger.

 

[Darth Lam]

Sorry, but I'm having some trouble getting the other pictures to load. Anyways, you can see how the paint on the Beast Kingdom hammer doesn't have much, if any, depth to it. In person, it looks almost a uniform grey. The paint rubs on the handle are on the other side of the handle, so you can't see them in the photo. I would have preferred a leather wrapped handle for this price. The base is insanely heavy.

 

[toycrypt]

I dunno. It looks pretty good in that pic. What's the handle made out of? Wood?

 

[one4smoke]

I dunno. It looks pretty good in that pic. What's the handle made out of? Wood?

It might be OK for $300, but not for $750 as BBTS had them shipped. I agree with lamtsunfung, the painted handle is ridiculous, and the head isn't much better. To me, this is simply a heavier version of the Lager hammer. So, do you want this heavy one for $750 or the lighter Lager for $125?

I'll give up the weight until someone comes along with a efx quality version.

 

[one4smoke]

Anyone else have an experience with this one?

Or does anyone know of any plans for another company to produce one?

 

[vb1979]

I've been searching everywhere for a Thor Dark World/Age of Ultron hammer... a proper replica with a metal head or at least EFX quality.

The Beast Kingdom one is out of my head now because of the previous comments and pic...even though that's the only one I have found from a known and reliable store in Australia.

so what does that leave us with? King Arts and Cattoys?

Any idea where those can be bought from?

I have been communicated with ebay sellers who say they have the Cattoys and King Arts versions but I would prefer to buy from a trusted source that you guys have tried and are happy with..so any advice much appreciated...

Please

 

[Redrobin023]

I bought a Cattoys one from this seller: https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Metal-M...lnir-Hammer-1-1-Replica-Mjolnir-/121940127658
No problems at all it's everything as it's described.

I also bought a metal Cap shield from him but not through ebay, as to avoid ebay's fees. All arrived no problem either, payed with Paypal, got to me in Melbourne.

 

[vb1979]

Hi Everyone,

I am obsessed with the Thor films and the concept of Thor's hammer..etc.

Took the plunge(s) and here are my critiques for each in case anyone wants a true comparison of the higher end 'licensed' models out there:

-Museum Replicas/Sideshow Thor Hammer from the first movie:
This one looks great from a distance and a nice piece to have in your living room. As long as nobody comes too close to it…which believe me is unavoidable... Now: up-close once you check the runes/finishing of the hammer head: the lousy work done on the details and poor craftsmanship is visible and a true shame. This hammer's movie design is significant cause it's the original we all saw in the first movie... from the ending of Iron Man 2 and the first THOR movie when people were trying to pull it off the ground... Epic... It's a damn shame that the Museum Replicas guys didn't put the right effort here... seriously poor and rushed overall job. But like I said: from a distance is looks good... up-close: tragically bad. Features: Real metal head, real leather handle and strap. But the metal used for the head is just overall bad... The lines are not straight, the details are blurry and messed up... Overall shame. But I repeat: from FAR it looks amazing especially the way it looks when placed in the original stand it comes with. The stand for me is the highlight. Up-close: not worth the price it’s going these days on ebay.

-EFX Thor Hammer from Avengers Assemble:
This is a beautiful piece but I don't like the handle color on this one nor the angle the strap comes connected with the hammer in (the strap cannot hang down, it's positioned in a way where it always stands). The bright leather is distracting compared to the other versions from the other films which have a darker leather handle (much more fitting IMHO). I would have been happier with a darker leather like the first THOR movie hammer or the DARK WORLD/AGE OF ULTRON version. Having said that, this is the best hammer head. Some will complain that it is not real metal: yes that's true, and I always have the fear that I might bump or drop or scratch it somewhere which could damage the paint job (as this is mirror paint)... But... If you are extra careful and care about a nice hammer head, this is the one you want. Too bad about the handle though. The price it’s going for these days is high, but if you don’t mind the handle color and the way the strap stands , then this is the hammer you want.

-King Arts Thor Hammer from Avengers Age of Ultron/Thor the Dark World:
Now I was torn between getting this one or the CATTOYS or the BEAST KINGDOM version of the same hammer.
I did some research and found out (like the rest of you) that the Beast Kingdom does NOT have a leather handle…it’s apparently painted. Also found some reviews on the CATTOYS that said the handle was leather and others who said the handle was NOT leather. Too much inconsistency… Didn’t want to take a risk on this and get surprised or disappointed. All signs pointed to the KING ARTS version. An online reviewer from the UK did a nice review on youtube and he said the handle was leather with a metal hammer head and he seemed happy with the overall result which encouraged me further so I took a leap of faith with this.
Note: The hammer comes with an IRON MAN gauntlet which I personally didn’t like as it is made of soft plastic.
So it finally arrived and I have to say this King Arts hammer is interesting, the handle is real leather (and the strap too ofcourse)
The head is made of not too shiny actual metal and overall the hammer is HEAVY..the heaviest of the 3 I own. However the main 'critiques' is that the hammer head is a bit dull looking... and if you knock on it, it gives off a slightly hollow sound….This might not bother others but it sort of bothers me when compared to the Museum Replicas and EFX hammer which have more solid/full from the inside hammer heads. I repeat: a slightly hollow sound.
Comparing the shine to the EFX hammer’s paint job leaves something to be desired here.
So that’s the comparisons for you!

Meanwhile:
I read online that Pannaus Props make a nice Thor hammer with a very well designed and detailed hammer head with leather handle design of the Dark World/Age of Ulton .. so I placed an order and currently waiting for it... Will this finally tick all the boxes!??!?! Time will tell!


I will update you guys as soon as I get that one.

If any of you have found a custom shop that makes the original Thor movie hammer design (similar to the Museum Replicas) but with a proper leather handle and a detailed/faithful and properly finished hammer head please let me know.

Thanks!

 

[vb1979]

thanks Redrobin023

check my insane post above

 

[one4smoke]

Hi Everyone,

I am obsessed with the Thor films and the concept of Thor's hammer..etc.

Took the plunge(s) and here are my critiques for each in case anyone wants a true comparison of the higher end 'licensed' models out there:

-Museum Replicas/Sideshow Thor Hammer from the first movie:
This one looks great from a distance and a nice piece to have in your living room. As long as nobody comes too close to it…which believe me is unavoidable... Now: up-close once you check the runes/finishing of the hammer head: the lousy work done on the details and poor craftsmanship is visible and a true shame. This hammer's movie design is significant cause it's the original we all saw in the first movie... from the ending of Iron Man 2 and the first THOR movie when people were trying to pull it off the ground... Epic... It's a damn shame that the Museum Replicas guys didn't put the right effort here... seriously poor and rushed overall job. But like I said: from a distance is looks good... up-close: tragically bad. Features: Real metal head, real leather handle and strap. But the metal used for the head is just overall bad... The lines are not straight, the details are blurry and messed up... Overall shame. But I repeat: from FAR it looks amazing especially the way it looks when placed in the original stand it comes with. The stand for me is the highlight. Up-close: not worth the price it’s going these days on ebay.

-EFX Thor Hammer from Avengers Assemble:
This is a beautiful piece but I don't like the handle color on this one nor the angle the strap comes connected with the hammer in (the strap cannot hang down, it's positioned in a way where it always stands). The bright leather is distracting compared to the other versions from the other films which have a darker leather handle (much more fitting IMHO). I would have been happier with a darker leather like the first THOR movie hammer or the DARK WORLD/AGE OF ULTRON version. Having said that, this is the best hammer head. Some will complain that it is not real metal: yes that's true, and I always have the fear that I might bump or drop or scratch it somewhere which could damage the paint job (as this is mirror paint)... But... If you are extra careful and care about a nice hammer head, this is the one you want. Too bad about the handle though. The price it’s going for these days is high, but if you don’t mind the handle color and the way the strap stands , then this is the hammer you want.

-King Arts Thor Hammer from Avengers Age of Ultron/Thor the Dark World:
Now I was torn between getting this one or the CATTOYS or the BEAST KINGDOM version of the same hammer.
I did some research and found out (like the rest of you) that the Beast Kingdom does NOT have a leather handle…it’s apparently painted. Also found some reviews on the CATTOYS that said the handle was leather and others who said the handle was NOT leather. Too much inconsistency… Didn’t want to take a risk on this and get surprised or disappointed. All signs pointed to the KING ARTS version. An online reviewer from the UK did a nice review on youtube and he said the handle was leather with a metal hammer head and he seemed happy with the overall result which encouraged me further so I took a leap of faith with this.
Note: The hammer comes with an IRON MAN gauntlet which I personally didn’t like as it is made of soft plastic.
So it finally arrived and I have to say this King Arts hammer is interesting, the handle is real leather (and the strap too ofcourse)
The head is made of not too shiny actual metal and overall the hammer is HEAVY..the heaviest of the 3 I own. However the main 'critiques' is that the hammer head is a bit dull looking... and if you knock on it, it gives off a slightly hollow sound….This might not bother others but it sort of bothers me when compared to the Museum Replicas and EFX hammer which have more solid/full from the inside hammer heads. I repeat: a slightly hollow sound.
Comparing the shine to the EFX hammer’s paint job leaves something to be desired here.
So that’s the comparisons for you!

Meanwhile:
I read online that Pannaus Props make a nice Thor hammer with a very well designed and detailed hammer head with leather handle design of the Dark World/Age of Ulton .. so I placed an order and currently waiting for it... Will this finally tick all the boxes!??!?! Time will tell!


I will update you guys as soon as I get that one.

If any of you have found a custom shop that makes the original Thor movie hammer design (similar to the Museum Replicas) but with a proper leather handle and a detailed/faithful and properly finished hammer head please let me know.

Thanks!

Any updates on the Pannaus Props hammer?

I'm thinking of pullin' the trigger on the Cattoys version, but not sure yet. There's also another metal version on eay with a base, but it's the lighter leather(?) handle. At least the strap is angled the right way. https://www.ebay.com/itm/1-1-Full-M...691631?hash=item5d6b367d2f:g:BKYAAOSwImRYNNL8

Who can give a definitive opinion on which hammer is the best one going right now? Anyone making a metal, leather handle, highly detailed "Dark World" version?

 

[Chapter 2099]

Hi Everyone,

I am obsessed with the Thor films and the concept of Thor's hammer..etc.

Took the plunge(s) and here are my critiques for each in case anyone wants a true comparison of the higher end 'licensed' models out there:

-Museum Replicas/Sideshow Thor Hammer from the first movie:
This one looks great from a distance and a nice piece to have in your living room. As long as nobody comes too close to it…which believe me is unavoidable... Now: up-close once you check the runes/finishing of the hammer head: the lousy work done on the details and poor craftsmanship is visible and a true shame. This hammer's movie design is significant cause it's the original we all saw in the first movie... from the ending of Iron Man 2 and the first THOR movie when people were trying to pull it off the ground... Epic... It's a damn shame that the Museum Replicas guys didn't put the right effort here... seriously poor and rushed overall job. But like I said: from a distance is looks good... up-close: tragically bad. Features: Real metal head, real leather handle and strap. But the metal used for the head is just overall bad... The lines are not straight, the details are blurry and messed up... Overall shame. But I repeat: from FAR it looks amazing especially the way it looks when placed in the original stand it comes with. The stand for me is the highlight. Up-close: not worth the price it’s going these days on ebay.

-EFX Thor Hammer from Avengers Assemble:
This is a beautiful piece but I don't like the handle color on this one nor the angle the strap comes connected with the hammer in (the strap cannot hang down, it's positioned in a way where it always stands). The bright leather is distracting compared to the other versions from the other films which have a darker leather handle (much more fitting IMHO). I would have been happier with a darker leather like the first THOR movie hammer or the DARK WORLD/AGE OF ULTRON version. Having said that, this is the best hammer head. Some will complain that it is not real metal: yes that's true, and I always have the fear that I might bump or drop or scratch it somewhere which could damage the paint job (as this is mirror paint)... But... If you are extra careful and care about a nice hammer head, this is the one you want. Too bad about the handle though. The price it’s going for these days is high, but if you don’t mind the handle color and the way the strap stands , then this is the hammer you want.

-King Arts Thor Hammer from Avengers Age of Ultron/Thor the Dark World:
Now I was torn between getting this one or the CATTOYS or the BEAST KINGDOM version of the same hammer.
I did some research and found out (like the rest of you) that the Beast Kingdom does NOT have a leather handle…it’s apparently painted. Also found some reviews on the CATTOYS that said the handle was leather and others who said the handle was NOT leather. Too much inconsistency… Didn’t want to take a risk on this and get surprised or disappointed. All signs pointed to the KING ARTS version. An online reviewer from the UK did a nice review on youtube and he said the handle was leather with a metal hammer head and he seemed happy with the overall result which encouraged me further so I took a leap of faith with this.
Note: The hammer comes with an IRON MAN gauntlet which I personally didn’t like as it is made of soft plastic.
So it finally arrived and I have to say this King Arts hammer is interesting, the handle is real leather (and the strap too ofcourse)
The head is made of not too shiny actual metal and overall the hammer is HEAVY..the heaviest of the 3 I own. However the main 'critiques' is that the hammer head is a bit dull looking... and if you knock on it, it gives off a slightly hollow sound….This might not bother others but it sort of bothers me when compared to the Museum Replicas and EFX hammer which have more solid/full from the inside hammer heads. I repeat: a slightly hollow sound.
Comparing the shine to the EFX hammer’s paint job leaves something to be desired here.
So that’s the comparisons for you!

Meanwhile:
I read online that Pannaus Props make a nice Thor hammer with a very well designed and detailed hammer head with leather handle design of the Dark World/Age of Ulton .. so I placed an order and currently waiting for it... Will this finally tick all the boxes!??!?! Time will tell!


I will update you guys as soon as I get that one.

If any of you have found a custom shop that makes the original Thor movie hammer design (similar to the Museum Replicas) but with a proper leather handle and a detailed/faithful and properly finished hammer head please let me know.

Thanks!

Impressive review.

Thanks for the info.

 

[vb1979]

Hi,
Regarding Pannaus I am still waiting.
Until then I recommend the EFX (even though it is not the DARK WORLD version) it is by far the most impressive at the moment

 

[Chapter 2099]

I've never even heard of Pannaus? What other pieces have they made? Props only?