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Topic: Dragon 1:6 Apollo Astronaut (A11 Commander)
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cspg
Member Posts: 6224
From: Geneva, Switzerland
Registered: May 2006
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posted 05-05-2011 11:29 AM
   
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Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 44102
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 05-05-2011 02:45 PM
This figure is still in development. I've seen some of the progress shots from Dragon's model shop and it's coming together nicely. |
dog320
Member Posts: 49
From: West Sussex, United Kingdom
Registered: Jul 2010
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posted 05-05-2011 03:07 PM
I hope that they give him a Hasselblad. Even better if its optionally detachable from the EMU RCU bracket. |
backof
Member Posts: 32
From: Katonah, NY USA
Registered: Oct 2005
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posted 05-05-2011 05:09 PM
I hope the give him a more "pressurized" look than the originals. I also hope they include the black gloves and yellow slippers this time. |
golddog
Member Posts: 210
From: australia
Registered: Feb 2008
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posted 05-05-2011 09:36 PM
At this point he would appear to be lacking the contingency sample pocket. |
cspg
Member Posts: 6224
From: Geneva, Switzerland
Registered: May 2006
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posted 05-16-2011 07:31 AM
Updated picture:  |
nasamad
Member Posts: 2153
From: Essex, UK
Registered: Jul 2001
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posted 05-16-2011 04:00 PM
All the signs in the pictures imply that Mr. Armstrong has not licensed his likeness to this product, such as the obvious lack of his name on the advert and also no tag on the RCU or suit. However the fact that the figure is obviously modeled on him makes me wonder if it will get into production without his blessing. I'm sure he would have a case to stop it if he so wishes. |
Rick Mulheirn
Member Posts: 4234
From: England
Registered: Feb 2001
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posted 05-16-2011 04:35 PM
I understand Neil Armstrong "signed over" his image rights to Purdue University.In the event that Purdue were to gain financially from the use of Armstrong's image on this model would members think it more likely that it would be approved? |
PeterO
Member Posts: 408
From: North Carolina
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 05-16-2011 05:48 PM
quote:
Originally posted by nasamad:
All the signs in the pictures imply that Mr Armstrong has not licensed his likeness to this product,such as the obvious lack of his name on the advert and also no tag on the RCU or suit.
This was also true of the first issue of the Apollo astronaut in 2002. It was generically called Apollo Astronaut "Buck", but the head sculpt looked a lot like Buzz. The second edition was called Buzz Aldrin, so apparently Dragon had licensed it by then. |
starhopper
Member Posts: 58
From: Kathleen, GA, USA
Registered: Aug 2005
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posted 05-17-2011 07:40 AM
quote:
Originally posted by PeterO:
It was generically called Apollo Astronaut "Buck", but the head sculpt looked a lot like Buzz.
I own the "Buck" Astronaut - it actually looks nothing like the Buzz Aldrin head sculpt - it is a pleasing, generic sculpt.I would love to see an Armstrong sculpt released but also wonder whether Neil would allow his likeness to be used. I would think he would be very cautious about giving his permission since his partner, Buzz Aldrin, has basically over-commercialized himself and his likeness and in my humble opinion has lessened the dignity of the Apollo program. |
GoesTo11
Member Posts: 1321
From: Denver, CO
Registered: Jun 2004
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posted 07-05-2011 10:03 AM
quote:
Originally posted by nasamad:
All the signs in the pictures imply that Mr. Armstrong has not licensed his likeness to this product...
As you say, the resemblance is too strong to be a coincidence, but I'm pretty sure Dragon is in the clear regarding licensing, so long as they don't attach Armstrong's name (or an actual image of him) to the product or packaging. I'm no lawyer, though. |
alexbaja
Member Posts: 448
From: Naxxar, Malta
Registered: Dec 2010
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posted 07-29-2011 09:35 AM
I managed to snap a few photos of Dragon's new Apollo 11 Astronaut (2011). I am very pleased with this model and as you can see from the photos below, all the equipment seems to be there including the camera, watch, etc. The resemblance to Neil Armstrong I think they are still a bit far off so Chris it should not worry you if it finds a place in your home. Excuse my photography, okay!  
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PeterO
Member Posts: 408
From: North Carolina
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 07-29-2011 10:23 AM
Thanks for the photos! They confirm that other than the head sculpt, this version is essentially identical to the original two versions that were released. |
apolloprojeckt
Member Posts: 1468
From: Arnhem, Netherlands
Registered: Feb 2009
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posted 07-29-2011 10:29 AM
Looks great! Has the visor also a gold mirror layer? |
alexbaja
Member Posts: 448
From: Naxxar, Malta
Registered: Dec 2010
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posted 07-29-2011 11:30 AM
Yes it is there, the gold visor slides in the outer helmet. |
ringo67
Member Posts: 184
From: Seekonk, Mass., USA
Registered: May 2003
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posted 07-30-2011 07:59 PM
It also look like the microphone booms are on the Snoopy cap. On the other two versions, the Snoopy cap is just a cowl.I've been thinking of adding some detail to the cap, I just haven't had the time. Of course, I still have the backpacks in pieces. |
Kevin 61
New Member Posts: 5
From:
Registered: Nov 2010
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posted 09-14-2011 10:19 PM
I pre-ordered one of these from Timewalker several months ago and it finally showed up yesterday. I'm pretty blown away by it. The level of detail is so much higher than my old GI-Joe mercury astronaut I got as a kid back in the 60's. Of course that's to be expected..."Neil" also cost exponentially more than "Joe" (and Joe came with his own Mercury capsule and a record).The bubble helmet on this latest version is split into two pieces so it is easy to get on over the head although technically not correct to the one piece original. You can't tell when the outer helmet is in place (which does have the gold visor). I do wish there were some (any) instructions included. Even just a diagram of some sort would have helped. It took me nearly an hour to figure everything out and I'm still not sure everything is correctly in place. For example, I don't know if the EVA boots are supposed to go on over the regular suit boots. I would guess they should, and it looks like they would, but I couldn't get them to fit so "Neil" is now barefoot in his moon walking boots (not that you can tell).
Overall I am quite happy to add this to my small collection (it will look nice near my 4D Saturn V). Now if someone would just make a 1/6th scale Apollo capsule or Lunar Module (not that I could afford one if they did). |
megofan
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posted 10-15-2011 08:04 PM
For the life of me, I cannot get the backpack and chest piece connected. Can someone help me please? |
GoesTo11
Member Posts: 1321
From: Denver, CO
Registered: Jun 2004
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posted 10-16-2011 11:22 AM
There are four small loops on the inside corners of the main PLSS unit, to which you need to attach the metal hooks at each end of the two straps that come with the chest pack. I recommend attaching two connections on the same side first, putting the figure's arm through the loop, and then attaching the opposite side. It's a delicate operation (tweezers recommended). |
Daugherty54
Member Posts: 604
From: Cabot, Arkansas, USA
Registered: Sep 2010
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posted 12-09-2011 06:07 PM
Do these come with any sort of display base like the earlier "Buck" models did? |
GoesTo11
Member Posts: 1321
From: Denver, CO
Registered: Jun 2004
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posted 12-09-2011 07:51 PM
No base included. |
model maker
Member Posts: 130
From: NEVADA , USA
Registered: May 2012
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posted 07-02-2012 01:57 PM
I noticed a square piece of clear plastic measuring 3 inches by 2 inches that has a horseshoe shaped raised area open at one end and was included with my 1/6 Dragon Apollo Astronaut. It has a raised area that almost looks like one of the boots would fit into it but it seems to be a little small for that. There are no instructions with this thing and I have no idea what it is for, if anything. What is this part for? |
the clocks running
Member Posts: 382
From: Rochester, NY
Registered: Jan 2012
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posted 07-02-2012 02:47 PM
If it is a thin piece of clear plastic in a horse shoe shape it may have been a part of the packaging that was used to separate the head of the figure so it would not move during shipping. Your model may have been opened before you received it. I own this model and this is how Dragon ships the package. |
model maker
Member Posts: 130
From: NEVADA , USA
Registered: May 2012
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posted 07-03-2012 01:15 PM
I just found out what it is. Turns out it is for the foot to slip into to help the figure stand up. The lunar overshoes are too big to fit in the horseshoe shaped opening and it must be for displaying it with the pressure suit boot which I have seen people displaying him with just his pressure suit and no boots, gloves on. Thanks for your reply. Dragon sure needs to include instructions with their products when they need assembly and have unfamiliar parts. I thought it may have been for the backpack at first. |
the clocks running
Member Posts: 382
From: Rochester, NY
Registered: Jan 2012
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posted 07-07-2012 02:10 AM
I opened the package of my 2011 Apollo 11 Astronaut figure and found the plastic stand in the box. I apologize for not describing the correct part. I also own the 2004 Buzz Aldrin figure and this stand was not included with that figure. |
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