What does your Bond shrine look like?
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I have been a James Bond collector for many years, and I have amassed quite a lot of goodies. So, I thought the time has come for me to them show off a bit (and I encourage others to do the same).
Here is my James Bond wall (I put TSWLM on the TV to make it complete). You will see my Sideshow collection, as well as a few Action Man figures and corgi cars. I also have the OHMSS & TWINE posters, a Portuguese calendar that was used in OHMSS (this one was a back-up in case the screen-used one was damaged), and a beret from one of Stromberg's soldiers as well.
On the other wall (not shown) I have a framed Max Zorin cheque, and a piece of Graves' Ice Palace.
I have added more things since I took the photo.
I would love to know what you think, and to see what your collection is like. And, hopefully, this thread will prosper.
Here is my James Bond wall (I put TSWLM on the TV to make it complete). You will see my Sideshow collection, as well as a few Action Man figures and corgi cars. I also have the OHMSS & TWINE posters, a Portuguese calendar that was used in OHMSS (this one was a back-up in case the screen-used one was damaged), and a beret from one of Stromberg's soldiers as well.
On the other wall (not shown) I have a framed Max Zorin cheque, and a piece of Graves' Ice Palace.
I have added more things since I took the photo.
I would love to know what you think, and to see what your collection is like. And, hopefully, this thread will prosper.
Drawn Out Dad.
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I noticed a Liverpool poster on the wall. Oh dear! I am an Everton Fan!
My room was full of all my bond stuff until we went on Holiday to Australia and New Zealand and now the bond stuff is in boxes and my souvenirs are in their place.
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We will see what happens in the merseyside derby..:))
-Roger Moore
Oh dear indeed ! A bitter blue
I promise not to mention the Champions League, oh... sorry
Back to the subject at hand. Nice stuff there asio, lets see the other walls.
Tee Hee, I was flirting with the idea of knifing my OHMSS Calendar, but it's such a rare prop that I really don't want to ruin it. I would have no qualms about doing it to a replica calendar though.
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I will hold back on all the things I could say about Perluigi Collina *cough* Homer *cough*!
It's a bit bare, but here goes.
My updated figurine collection:
My Max Zorin cheque:
My Gustav Graves Ice Palace piece:
My remaining props #1:
My remaining props #2:
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Any chance of a close-up of the Liverpool picture ?
Sir Miles, if you give me your email address (via PM) I will send you a jpeg of the Liverpool picture. Go Reds.
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I have these same items but from other sources. Given the sheer number of Zorin checks in circulation, I'm beginning to wonder if EON were forced to purchase the minimum 500 that come with opening a new account! :-)
I'm curious if anyone knows a means of differentiating a real Zorin check from a fake, as most of them have to be forgeries. I suspect mine isn't real but I didn't pay much and it's not the sort of piece I would be devastated to learn was a deception.
BTW, given the Propstore's reputation, I'm confident yours is authentic.
BTW, propstore is not the only webiste I've purchased from. The t-shaped device (in the photo amongst some of the other props) is a radioactive core extraction device that was used by Dr Christmas Jones during the pipe bomb sequence in TWINE. I purchased this from www.bondcollectibles.de and it's one of my favourite props, mainly because the gorgeous Denise Richards once held it! :x
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My only peeve in this shot are the shawl lapels on Connery's dinner jacket (taken from Ken), which should be peaked. I will have this fixed eventually. Oddjob received a new body from Sideshow's Hunchback of Notre Dame figure, which is shorter than the average SS body. The golfbag can be found in craftstores for around $10.
Yeah, I finally got the Ronson. Unfortunately the filler screw is absolutely frozen, and I practically stripped the screw driver slot trying to open it. Oh well, I originally intended to just display it, but later actually using it appealed to me, probably the closest I've gone to actually immitating Bond in real life
You have a fantastic display! I particularly like your Aston Martin and Bently. Did you go slightly larger than 1/6th on the Bently to accomodate the figure? I'm seriously considering getting a 1/6th Aston Martin made. And as I said before that cafe Bond is simply awsome and thanks for the kudos on the GF holster.
DG
"People sleep peacefully in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf." Richard Grenier after George Orwell, Washington Times 1993.
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Hmm... how does one go about getting these cars made? I'd love to do that with a TSWLM Lotus Esprit.
Collecting the figures has never been one of my things, as I'm always disappointed in the relative scale and weight of the fabrics used. It always surprises me that manufacturers go to such great lengths with the likeness, then dress it in some awful lumpy outfit. Your customised versions look vastly better and have forced me to reappraise my preconceptions. I particularly like your Houndstooth-clad Hoagy-Bond and the Cafe figure.
Must have more details on the Bentley, I'll PM you.
Donald, on the Bentley's size, I measured it, and it is correct, "approximately." For one of the references, I provided the model-maker a 1/20th scale die-cast miniature of the Bentley SII by Solido. This car, as well as the speculated "Bond" Bentley on www.continental.org.uk/bond.htm , has rear seats. But in making the Fleming version having only two seats, with a top that totally "coverts" flush, the longer body surface to the rear of the cockpit gives the illusion that it's a bigger car.
Nightshooter and DG, these cars are made primarliy out of wood in the Philippines. With the spate of 1/6th scale military toys, some manufacturers of miniature vehicle like tanks and helicopters have utilized these craftsmen to make prototypes, with the lines later produced in Chinese toy factories. I can certainly hook you up but the process can be pretty expensive and drawn out. The DB5 and Bentleys are the first two models to be custom made for me. I have a Maserati in the works now, to be followed by a Bladerunner Spinner, then a SAS "Pink Panther" Landrover, spread out for several years, of course so I can in effect amortize the cost!
Nightshooter, I will PM you on Brosnan's outfit.
Bill, just sent a reply.
Sigh! Why is the grass always greener on the other side of the fence?
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Thanks for the info. I would defifnitely like to do an Aston Martin DB5. Although, I've always liked the lines of the Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato. It has a smaller wheelbase than the DB5 but the smooth italianate lines are quite lovely. I know to be strictly Bond it would have to be a DB3 or DB5, but that Zagato is so Bond like and so cool looking, it might have to be done. Again, I think your shrine is quite excellent and it has my Bond acquisition juices flowing again, Damn! Oh well, it's only money.
DG
"People sleep peacefully in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf." Richard Grenier after George Orwell, Washington Times 1993.
I too think that the Zagato Bodied DB4 is a beauty to behold, obviously the inspiration for the DB7, Vanquish and DB9. I prefer the racing version with roundels and in British racing green.
The exact sentiments I live by...but don't tell my wife! Actually DG, I am quite envyous of your 5510 Submariner!
Well, NS, that "responsible" rep that all parents have, it's just an illusion
Ha! I knew it!
Yeah, the 5510 Submariner is one of those items I've been after for a long while and prices for them are regretably ridiculous. It pays to look around. One day, I'll complete my Bond watch collection. Can you say Red Grant Girard Perregaux or Scorpius Chronometer? When you include the novels it's even tougher. For the time being, however, thoughts of 1/6th scale Aston Martins and Bentlys dance in my head. Once again, I think your collection is top notch as well as your obvious respect for Bond source material. Now I want to re-read all the novels.
DG
"People sleep peacefully in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf." Richard Grenier after George Orwell, Washington Times 1993.
As I collect various different things, ie: action figures, CDs, DVDs, novels, props, etc, I have them positioned in various different locations of my room.
So therefore my Bond shrine is in fact 4 shrines in the one room.
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