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Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

At this point, I almost just want UC to make the stupid thing so it disappears from polls forever. xP I was quite surprised that it got the most votes, considering it was at the bottom on the LOTR Collectors Facebook poll. There area lot of Weta statue collectors there though, so maybe they were bu...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

Ronin wrote: Mon Sep 18, 2023 8:59 am Kit, if the Legolas bow/quiver/arrows sells well (and I'm sure they will), do you think UC would be interested in making Strider's bow & quiver?
It's so far off, I hesitate to even speculate, but my guess is that the next one they would want to do would be the Legolas Mirkwood bow.

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

I saw the results of those UC polls. 37% - Sword of Sauron 20% - Merry and Pippin's Lorien knife 16.9% - Haldir's Sword 9.7% - Sword of Denethor 9.3% - Weathertop Short Swords 7.1% - Third Ringwraith sword It's interesting to contrast that poll, which are all actual UC LOTR buyers, with the general ...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

Hi Kit, just saw a picture of the new Rohan banner, looks great! Do you know how many UC plans to do? Apologies if that's been asked before I think the plan was to release three to start, then see how they sell before making more. It is still in the sample stage, so I have not even picked the other...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

It's been forever since I read the Dune books, but could the great enemy have been the return of artificial intelligence that Herbert's son and Kevin Anderson used as the villains for their Dune novels? I highly doubt it was anything that ham fisted. Dune was all about the nature and future of huma...

Re: Asimov's Foundation novels

Not sure why Herbert had no aliens. Probably because he was more interested in the human condition, like Asimov. He never got to finish his story though, and we don't really know exactly what was found during the Scattering. The great Enemy in Paul's visions was probably the more advanced version o...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

Kit, would you say this new staff is near to exactly the same length as UC's original release (the one with the metal crown)? I never got one of those metal things, and I don't remember if the length was correct. The prop is 72", as were the later poly and wood UC replicas, and this new one. S...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

I had to do some checking as I assumed the effect ran the entire length of the staff. But just as you said it is a faded white wash especially over the lower section. It just looks darker and pronounced on the head. I suppose it makes sense it has that look, because Galadriel probably pulled an old...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

The staff is looking great, and I concur with what N2 said in that I hope some effort is made in making sure the two halves of the shaft line up so that any woodgrain lines are not visibly mismatched. I believe it's been mentioned this was a problem on the Eomer spear? It was not an issue on the tw...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

The subtle grey wash woodgraining effect looks great! I would figure it would have to be done assembled with it's corresponding lower half of the pole assembled, otherwise the paint lines wouldn't match up and making the seam even more noticeable. There is barely any wood grain effect on the shaft ...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

Hey Kit, two questions: - How close is the White Staff reissue to coming out? I'm at the crossroads point of either putting up my old version or waiting, and if the latter, would like to know roughly how long that would be. Just wary of putting extra holes on my wall when the new mount will no doub...

Re: New Weta everywhere you look!

I'm weak, I ordered the Fountain guard w/White Tree of Gondor even though I currently don't have a place for it. It's much too beautiful of a piece to pass up and something I have wanted for a long time. Same. I have no room for it or the eagle at home or in my office studio, but I had to have that...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

Excellent news all around, even if I'm living in a fantasy world because in reality I have almost zero space left for anything, but say I did... when you say Lorien "daggers", are we 100% talking plural, as in a display that includes both, or would UC view that as too redundant and only r...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

So you had the 3rd Ringwraith sword at one time? And I'm sure since UC still has the license it would possible to get something from Weta if needed? Be it measurements or additional photos, as I'd assume getting stunt versions or castings are impossible at this point. I'm pretty sure we were loaned...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

I was curious as about the items you didn't have physical props from as there are many on the list. Are these some you have more references from and that was why they are on the list? or just collector input? Drew only had the six items at the top in the original poll. It was just supposed for the ...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

Besides, from the time Kit confirms UC has approved something, it takes a year or more before it sees the light of day and that's a long time to have a blank spot on my wall. As for that list, I'd love Haldir's sword, anything for Merry and Pippin, and Gimli's Throwing Axes. I'm neutral on the thir...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

It's great to know that Denethor's sword has a chance to see the light of day. I would love to see your improved/finished version and I hope that the prop is not too rough to be improved or made look more finished and still remain authentic replica and acceptible to UC. With all the work Weta was t...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

Also, what kind of numbers (in sales or units sold) is considered successful for more items to be made? Like Eomer's sword to get the scabbard made, or the scabbard sales to get Theoden's approved, etc. 'Successful' really depends on a lot of factors. It's not just the units sold, but how fast they...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

Also, if UC makes further bows, could they please come with a vertical display this time instead of horizontal like the Hobbit bows? If it ever gets the green light UC probably won't want it vertical simply because the others they made were displayed horizontal. I much prefer them displayed horizon...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

I was hoping the Loth bow would be on UC's list too. I know the community wants it and I'm sure UC is aware of that. I'm guessing there's some development obstacles with that particular replica? Or perhaps some manufacturing hurdles? It is, but that was just the current bladed replicas list :) No d...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

Denethor's sword is still on the UC list to develop at some point, but not the Gondorian sword. Very little interest in that one. The UC crew had interest in Denethor's sword until I showed them a closeup of the hilt. The prop pommel is very rough, not symmetrical, and looks unfinished. I don't thin...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

I was looking for other potential designs Weta had drawn for Orcrist and found this article. Those are my photos and drawing. I have a vague memory of that. I think there was a video interview done too, but I never saw it. I've often seen numerous times where companies mention "licensor approv...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

Another Adam Savage LOTR prop video, this time with the Morgul-knife. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMac8MpWhns The knife prop looks nearly spot on to my Weta prop. Adam repeatedly says he has the "sideshow" replica. I assume he means the UC replica, as he has confused the companies in p...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

Looks like the Legolas scabbards have been "unlisted". I'm not surprised considering Kit stated there were no plans to reissue them. Ah well. Maybe one day. Interestingly, Smith Blades mentioned in his last email that he would be taking preorders for them once a release date was announced...

Re: New Weta everywhere you look!

Also, I received an email yesterday from someone asking if I thought the shape of the end the the GG spear shaft on the statue was prop accurate. I guess that is the latest controversy. I cannot tell for sure from the Weta statue photos, but it does not appear to have the same curve shape and thinne...

Re: New Weta everywhere you look!

Dan has updated his previous statement on the forum to better clarify his words and thoughts on this subject. It was nice of him to respond to the controversy, but honestly, I did not think it was that big of a deal. LOTR was a massive undertaking and I'm sure he was pulled in all different directi...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

Forgive my impatience, but is there any more info or maybe any new pictures for the MC Anduril and pictures for the new Isildur sword that could be shown? :D :D Sorry, no new images. The sword is essentially approved and ready to go into production, but I am still waiting for UC's factory to send m...

Re: New Weta everywhere you look!

Although, in the context that UC designed the back of the simpler common soldier shield and not the King's own, then his comments feels less... offensive? :huh: I can't be offended for something that is Weta's design, but that did come off like a slam on me the first time I read it. I'm sure there ...

Re: New Weta everywhere you look!

Dan's direct quote "The original prop also never had a back, so we designed one for it while I was still an art director for collectibles (I am not anymore). The High Elven shields made for the films were never intended to be seen from behind, so the backs of the props were never designed or f...

Re: New Weta everywhere you look!

I ordered it, but I have to admit, I almost passed on it when I saw the price and that unnaturally flowing cape in the back. I hate it when Weta does that weirdly blowing cloth stuff. It's what turned me off off of getting their elven warrior statue. At least this one only looks goofy in the back. H...

Re: The War of the Rohirrim

I know a lot more that I can't talk about, but I can say UC looked at getting a license to replicate the weapons or helms. We were primarily interested in Helm and some of the other key characters I know of from Tolkien's story, as I assumed they would be following the basic events as outlined in th...

Re: The War of the Rohirrim

I hope it is true and that those involved treat the story with more affection and respect than what Amazon did with ROP. Don't get your hopes up. https://boundingintocomics.com/2023/06/14/more-details-emerge-about-the-lord-of-the-rings-war-of-the-rohirrim-edoras-is-destroyed-movie-explores-female-p...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

How likely is it that they will follow your suggestions, Kit, especially around changing out the bracket? If they're changing that, I'll definitely hold off on putting the old one and just swapping staves later since the mount might be different. Also, I'm assuming it will come in two pieces, like ...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

I'm not sure, but it's just the item page and nothing is in stock and no potential date for future stock. The same for the Gandalf the White staff. I check their listings and do searches everyday just to check for new items and this popped up. It sounds like someone at BudK has peeked at UC's idea ...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

I'm attempting to restore another UC item, specifically the wooden plaque, which had the metallic decorum on the surface significantly worn off. Does Kit or anyone here know the specific paint/color tone used for those so I can touch it up? UC's various LOTR factories were given a specific PMS colo...

Re: United Cutlery's - LOTR & The Hobbit - Movie Props!

Just noticed that UC1381LTNB the scabbard to Legolas's daggers just showed up on Budk, so they should be rereleased fairly soon for any that were looking to pick them up. I'm not sure how that is possible, unless BudK has some old stock? UC is not making a new run. In fact, they just recently learn...

Re: Adam Savage unboxing video for Sauron and WK helms from Purearts

Hmmm interesting. I still haven't opened my Sauron helm from the last run UC made. Maybe I'll sell it while the demand is high and bank on UC making a premium version. I think the odds are good on UC following through with it. A new Witch King helm is still in the works, right? Yes, that will happe...

Re: Adam Savage unboxing video for Sauron and WK helms from Purearts

I don’t know how the new run compared to the old one, but I definitely feel that the Purearts looks better painted than the one I have at the very least, which is from the newer run. I don’t know how accurate it is to the prop though in its paint application. At times I feel that mine looks a littl...

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