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Chandler, AZ

Maybe do a scope, red-dot sight and bipod?

That is certainly doable, probably in a separate set of bits.

Speaking of the hellgun backpack, that would seem a good part to make

Again, good suggestion.

Aren't you pushing your luck continuing to use the Mobile Infantry eagle instead of designing one of your own?

The design was started over a month ago and I didn't really think about it. I don't anticipate using it anymore.

Whilst the rifles are good, the stocks are...less so. The first is straight off a Nerf Longshot and the second just looks like a confused mess that would be unconfortable to shoulder. Sorry. If it were me, I'd replace the first with something like the Magpul Masada stock and the second with something more like the actual pulse rifle stock.

The top rifle does need a new stock, I'll look at the Masada and see how it shapes up.

Thanks for the input!

 
   
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Chandler, AZ

I'm happy to announce further price decreases, this time on shipping within the U.S. It doesn't seem right to have someone pay $6 shipping on an item that costs $3.50. So, effective today, we will be now be sending U.S. orders under 13oz. via 1st Class Mail. All orders will still include delivery confirmation.

I'll be monitoring this to see how it works, hopefully it will help ease the hesitation on some people who only want to purchase an item or two.

New items are off to the printer this weekend, expect to see some new things for sale before December 1st.


-Steve

 
   
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Skelleftea, Sweden

 mad robot wrote:
Here's an update on some weapon designs. Overall I'm pretty happy with them. I'd love to know your thoughts...

-Steve


Speaking of the pulse-las(er) in ze bottom:
Moving the pump handle forward so you could actually pump would be nice...
... as would adding a grenade shell ejector
- and perhaps even enhance/make the underslung grenade parts bigger (so the gun would differ/stand out more from an ordinary lasgun).
Oh, and make sure you make them as heroic scales as the GW ones.

Would love to convert my Cadians to not-Colonial Marines (I have a few with Hasslefree pulse carbines - but they are tiny).
   
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 kendoka wrote:
Speaking of the pulse-las(er) in ze bottom:
Moving the pump handle forward so you could actually pump would be nice...
... as would adding a grenade shell ejector.

From the size of the barrel the grenade launcher as currently-modelled is single-shot, so the grip slides forward to exchange shells. It could also double as a secondary flashlight, in which case the grip is just a grip. If you'd prefer a shotgun/mini-grenade launcher instead now's certainly the time to be making those breathy 3am phonecalls though.


Looking at the guns again I'm noticing a couple of things that escaped me before: 1) There's no triggers on the grips, 2) the cut-out on the grenade launcher grip to clear an ejection port is superfluous given it's single-shot and therefore doesn't have one, and 3) is there any particular reason the area between the handle and the receiver is filled in on the second gun?
   
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Skelleftea, Sweden

I would suggest something like this:


   
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Sorry but that ejection port is clearly too small for the size of round that barrel expells. It is a one shot weapon like the M203. Working just as described by Construct. No ejection port needed.

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Chandler, AZ

Thanks for the feedback, guys!

The handle is where it is because that's where it rests in the hand of the left arm it will be held by.

This preview is from almost 3 weeks ago, some things have been updated since then. Trigger is there. There are some severe undercuts around the space at the top of the receiver, hence the solid wall.

 
   
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Any time frame on when the next sneaky preview will be unveiled for us? :-) I am just waiting on the rifles so i can buy a bunch of stuff together! looking great so far you Mad Robot you!

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Chandler, AZ

Here's a sneak peak of one of the new items I hope to have up by the end of the month.




Also coming are the 2 rifles and...some other things

 
   
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I sense smartguns in the future!

Those are some really nice colonial marine heads. I'll be keeping an eye on these!

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Heads wearing the same helmet but with unique faces - yay! For some strange reason, many manufacturers seem to have great trouble with that concept :( although to be really picky, a selection of more than three would be even better
   
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Chandler, AZ

 Clang wrote:
a selection of more than three would be even better


It's a "sneak preview"...lol. There will be a total of 5 heads in the set.

 
   
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 kendoka wrote:
I would suggest something like this:


Actually, I would suggest that there be no round-counter.

I have actually handled a "working" replica of a Colonial Marines Pulse-carbine - working in the sense that it was an air-soft gun - and true to the movie-version of the carbine the red LCD (or whatever) round-counter was displayed on the side of the carbine that would be visible to an enemy. While this makes for a neat effect in a movie, the user of such a weapon would be making themselves more visible by shining a red light at the enemy.

If such a gun were actually in use, it would make more sense to have the counter on the side of the carbine that would be closest to the body of the bearer (assuming most bearers would be right-handed), otherwise a sensible bearer would obscure the counter with something opaque in order to make themselves less visible.

My suggestion is to do away with the counter completely.
   
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Chandler, AZ

@Scott: The picture you're reacting to was kendoka's suggestions for changes to the model.

The only major change was making the tip of the barrel larger and removing some of the bolts and minor details that didn't even show up on the test print.

I will have new pics when I get the prints back in a few weeks.

 
   
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@mad robot: I understand that, but was providing a counter-point since you take into consideration the recommendations of others.

edit: While I appreciate a beautifully painted mini displaying OSL as much as the next nerd, such displays are more appropriate for some armies than others - typically ones whose members are so powerful or disdainful of camoflage that they proudly display their presence to their enemies. I don't see that level of theatrics extending to the normal "human" grunts (or jar-heads,etc) who would be carrying a pulse-carbine. YMMV.

Thanks.

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Chandler, AZ

Scott wrote:
was providing a counter-point since you take into consideration the recommendations of others.


Understood and much appreciated!

 
   
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Pleasant Valley, Iowa

 Clang wrote:
Heads wearing the same helmet but with unique faces - yay!


Those helmets look terrific, and yes - well said about the unique faces.

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Chandler, AZ

2 new head sets going on sale this week at Mad Robot Miniatures, first is Mohawk Heads:



Next is Bald Heads:



-Steve

 
   
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I love you steve!

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Chandler, AZ

 nerdfest09 wrote:
I love you steve!

LOL...right back at ya!

 
   
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New Zealand

More unique faces - yay!
   
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Hi I have a question on the size of the heads are they guard or marine sized?
   
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rhodry wrote:
Hi I have a question on the size of the heads are they guard or marine sized?



I purchased the Helmeted heads with mask and goggles and the beret heads and the fit great with GW Cadian IG sized models.

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Chandler, AZ

Bald Heads & Mohawk Heads are now available for sale HERE





-Steve

 
   
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Old School Space Marine Scout goodness right there!

   
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Just bought myself some bald heads and some of the goggled heads from MadRobot :-) can't wait to see what they're like in my hands!

i'll keep a body or two painted up ready for a little head when they arrive! and i'll paint and show you as soon as i can!

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" I will constantly have those in my head telling me how lazy and ugly and whorish I am. You sir, are a true friend " - KingCracker

"Nah, I'm just way too lazy to stand up so I keep sitting and paint" - Sigur

"I think the NMM technique with metals is just MNMM. Same sound I make while eating a good pizza" - Whalemusic360 
   
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Chandler, AZ

Thanks! I'm packing your order right now, it will be in the mail this evening.

 
   
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Thanks steve! much appreciated :-)

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" I will constantly have those in my head telling me how lazy and ugly and whorish I am. You sir, are a true friend " - KingCracker

"Nah, I'm just way too lazy to stand up so I keep sitting and paint" - Sigur

"I think the NMM technique with metals is just MNMM. Same sound I make while eating a good pizza" - Whalemusic360 
   
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Chandler, AZ

Our next wave of releases will be in a few weeks; 2 different rifles and out Colonial Defense Heads.

Here is a WIP preview of an upcoming release...



The mic is being repositioned to come out of the ear cup along the outside. Still considering goggles or no goggles...any thoughts?

-Steve

 
   
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I prefer goggles... hate doing eyes.

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