Sneak Peek at Prop Pictures!

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And when I say sneak I mean sneak! During my Tetbury video review I decided to make a trip to the International Spy Museum in Washington DC...the PR blurb promises the following:

Meet Bond’s villains, uncover their evil schemes, and explore their exotic lairs and weapons in this special exhibit commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Bond films. See over 100 film artifacts from the archives of EON Productions, the Bond film producers.

What I couldn't be prepared for was the amazing amount of props they had on display. Only MAJOR problem was they were fanatical about no picture taken, and there were stern guards everywhere. Warnings of no filming or picture littered each room and entrance-way, so what's a Bond fan do...ignore signs and warnings of course! Luckily I befriended a good natured security person who gently chastised me for taking photos while simultaneously giving me a slight wink and nod...Finally though, I ran into one that wasn't as forgiving. The pictures below are what I was able to take and believe me ALL the pictures are bad because I took them while looking like I was on the phone, walking through etc. BTW, the exhibit is amazing and if you are near Washington it is a must see! Also, check out some of the cool souvenirs I purchased...the gift shop is amazing!

Asp9mm

Just looking at that rope made a part of me crawl up inside myself

ppw3o6r

Asp9mm wrote:

Just looking at that rope made a part of me crawl up inside myself

Remember.......PLEASURE!....new balls please

Great spy pics. Looks like the same "No Pics" Security team may be operating in Shanghai?

Asp9mm

They're just trying to stop people from showing what a Godawful prop that Patrice chairleg is. Can't blame them for that.

minigeff

Cheers for posting dave, I was scratching my head at the 10th pic, trying to figure out how you'd got a pic of one of danjaq_0ff's plugs, but then realised it is off course a power cell thingy from the hotel in the middle of nowhere in QoS.

ke02eww

Asp9mm wrote:

They're just trying to stop people from showing what a Godawful prop that Patrice chairleg is. Can't blame them for that.

Haha... Yep... Even that pic shows how bad it is up close...

But great pics DZ!!!

Though shame you had to grab them a bit fast....

Definitely going to DC now!

Cheers

MANDY1

Thanks for sharing the spy pics David, much appreciated -{

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BTW, below is the video that I took of the rooms...quick run but great video of Moonraker things! If the Tetbury review is not your cup of tea just fast forward about midway....

http://thebondexperience.com/bond-videos/skyfall-tetbury-boot-review/

Bond-on-a-Budget

Mantis, you're always a step ahead! BRAVO! -{

Asp9mm

ke02eww wrote:

Asp9mm wrote:

They're just trying to stop people from showing what a Godawful prop that Patrice chairleg is. Can't blame them for that.

Haha... Yep... Even that pic shows how bad it is up close...

But great pics DZ!!!

Though shame you had to grab them a bit fast....

Definitely going to DC now!

Cheers

It is the stunt gun there of course, but even so

ke02eww

Proving ajb also appreciates the real thing, not just the fibreglass fake, the official website is worth a trawl too.. More great pics and a list of the most important items on show..


http://www.spymuseum.org/exhibition-experiences/exquisitely-evil/

ics

VERY nice DZ -{

danjaq_0ff

Cheers DZ -{

Sir Miles

Thanks for sharing, DZ -{

scaramangasgoldengun

Outstanding Photos. thanks so much for sharing these.

Great to see some real cool Items and Props. Great stuff as Always David :007)

thespyboys11

minigeff wrote:

I was scratching my head at the 10th pic, trying to figure out how you'd got a pic of one of danjaq_0ff's plugs, but then realised it is off course a power cell thingy from the hotel in the middle of nowhere in QoS.

That IS what he uses!!!!!! That's why we never see it among the other props in his collection!

danjaq_0ff

Guys guys guys, you should know it is my lube dispenser

thespyboys11

OHHHHHH...my error....Sorry!

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Judging by the size of that thing, I would think it would split Pete in half! My hats off to you, sir!!!

PPK 7.65mm

Thank you for sharing the pictures David,

I had no idea that the museum had more props from the series added to its collection. I am hoping to visit the museum some time in the near future since in addition to my interest in the James Bond films, I also have an interest in Cold War era history and spying.

NeverSayDie

Great video Mantis! When I get chance I will make you a closing title sequence as well.

I enjoyed seeing all the Moonraker props. The laser pistols and rifles are really different to the ones on display at the Designing 007 exhibition.

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Video of our all access in the International Spy Museum...hi res prop pictures coming soon...let me know on this thread if you would like copies...first of two videos...

http://thebondexperience.com/all-access-pass-to-international-spy-museum-bond-tour/

S_P_E_C_T_R_E

Nice video Mantis, good job on the lift simulator too :007)

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My arms were killing afterwards....60 seconds is longer than I thought...plus the damn bar is shaking and the wind was cranked up....

Higgins

I thought the wind was a good idea to keep you off from terribly sweating on your video

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Need more wind then! And a cold beer...

thespyboys11

Damn I wish I wasn't sick and could have gone with you guys!!!
Glad you all had a good time!!!!
Ed

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You were missed, Ed. The whole day we were saying how much you would have loved it....but we got a ton of good prop reference pics for you!

Higgins

DZ, do you have good pics from the OP egg and the coach?

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I do, sir...waiting till the other gents have uploaded their pics....happy to send you what we have.

Higgins

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