View Full Version : ROTF: Bumblebee (Deluxe)
mechafacture
08-09-2010, 08:28 PM
Mechafacture is proud to present you the custom painted and modified version of Hasbro's Deluxe Class Battle Blade BUMBLEBEE from the Hunt for the Decepticons line which based on the 2009 blockbuster movie Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen. This figure were painted all over as accurate as possible referring to it's onscreen appearance and movie concept design. This figure comes with several modifications and additional accessories to reach the accuracy, to increase the articulation and playability.
To view more images of this figure, check out our site (http://www.mechafacture.com) or our web gallery (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mechafacturecustoms/sets/72157624680557168/).
Features and Details:
Custom modified chest piece for a more onscreen appearance.
Additional beads were used for the eyes, cannon, and lower light/ chest piece.
Tinted windscreen and windows.
Painted with Mechafacture's signature shading and toning style.
Painted in realistic weathering effects, metallic and chrome paints.
Under different lighting angle, different shades of yellow will be seen.
Used high quality finishing and coatings to maintain the durability of this figure.
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darkpsi
08-09-2010, 09:29 PM
Nice work. I really like how the chest and head sit. He also has a bit of a slouched stance which is interesting.
His eyes also look a bit evil which is VERY slick.
mechafacture
08-09-2010, 10:37 PM
Nice work. I really like how the chest and head sit. He also has a bit of a slouched stance which is interesting.
His eyes also look a bit evil which is VERY slick.
Thanks bro!
OMEGAPRIME1983
08-09-2010, 10:41 PM
yup. still awesome. Is that the actual auto paint you used, or just a mimic?
Matticus Prime
08-09-2010, 11:41 PM
Really nice piece! The details and weathering are excellent!
Hotwire
08-10-2010, 01:25 AM
Wow! You got the right shade of metallic yellow and everything. I was actually just thinking the other day. Bumblebee is not just plain yellow. He's actually got a bit of a gold tone to him. Way to go!
mechafacture
08-10-2010, 02:57 AM
yup. still awesome. Is that the actual auto paint you used, or just a mimic?
Thanks again bro! But I don't really get what you mean...
Really nice piece! The details and weathering are excellent!
Thanks Matticus!
Wow! You got the right shade of metallic yellow and everything. I was actually just thinking the other day. Bumblebee is not just plain yellow. He's actually got a bit of a gold tone to him. Way to go!
Yo HW! Thanks bro! Yes indeedy!
Solrac333
08-10-2010, 03:02 AM
I am blown away! JEEZ!
How was painting the head and battle mask?
mechafacture
08-10-2010, 03:54 AM
I am blown away! JEEZ!
How was painting the head and battle mask?
Hehe! Thanks a gain Solrac333! Upon separating the parts, I can say that painting the head ain't that bad. He's still alright if were compared to Megatron!
This is pretty. Love this mold and love the custom work done to it.
Wish the HA sized Bumblebee was like this one (second hand, inverted legs, feet, etc).
mechafacture
08-10-2010, 08:48 AM
This is pretty. Love this mold and love the custom work done to it.
Wish the HA sized Bumblebee was like this one (second hand, inverted legs, feet, etc).
Thanks bro! Yeah! I'm hoping that I got time to put my hands on HA figures soon!
speedleescustoms
08-10-2010, 02:44 PM
Wow, this is @#$@# awesome ! Top notch paintwork as usual ! But i really like how this BB turns out ! Great work bro ! :D
optimuscarlos
08-10-2010, 09:12 PM
Gorgeous, amazing
I love it
Very good job!!
Love what you do for the lights!!
OMEGAPRIME1983
08-10-2010, 09:39 PM
Thanks again bro! But I don't really get what you mean...
I mean did you happen to use the real automotive paint, or did you mix your own and try to get it close to it.
robdavidaustin
08-11-2010, 03:11 AM
wooooow... it's so smooth looking! You did a great job!
mechafacture
08-11-2010, 03:40 AM
Wow, this is @#$@# awesome ! Top notch paintwork as usual ! But i really like how this BB turns out ! Great work bro ! :D
Thanks bro!
Gorgeous, amazing
I love it
Very good job!!
Love what you do for the lights!!
Thanks to you too Carlos!
I mean did you happen to use the real automotive paint, or did you mix your own and try to get it close to it.
Now I get what'cha mean. Yeap self blend mixture!
wooooow... it's so smooth looking! You did a great job!
Thanks!
OMEGAPRIME1983
08-11-2010, 03:43 AM
self blended huh, pretty damned close to the real deal, nice work man!!
mechafacture
08-11-2010, 05:10 PM
self blended huh, pretty damned close to the real deal, nice work man!!
That's my specialty! hehe! ;)
Solrac333
08-14-2010, 12:46 AM
Thanks bro! Yeah! I'm hoping that I got time to put my hands on HA figures soon!
Screw that! Get the BIGGER version that just came out. :D
Jeez! How much sanding and prepping go into this custom? I just started doing a full repaint of this mold and all of the rubbing is kicking my ass. Every time I transform it, there are parts getting chipped.
mechafacture
08-14-2010, 03:58 AM
Screw that! Get the BIGGER version that just came out. :D
Jeez! How much sanding and prepping go into this custom? I just started doing a full repaint of this mold and all of the rubbing is kicking my ass. Every time I transform it, there are parts getting chipped.
Yeah! Speaking of that mold!!!! Hmmm... it's about time to customize the leader class!
stevescustoms
08-14-2010, 04:20 AM
God Damn that is just sweet. Excellent paint work. I love how you brought out his eyes. Did you paint the racing stripes back on or are they decals or stickers?
BigHank
08-14-2010, 04:24 AM
This is top notch work Mechafracture! You are definitely at the top of the game. With that being said I think you owe it to yourself to start addressing the minute details, like sanding down the mold seams and the cast in lettering that doesn't belong. I kinda feel like I'm searching for something to critique, but your work is stellar and you need to take it to the next level, and I feel those little things would elevate your work to new heights!:cool:
jicco
08-14-2010, 10:17 AM
This doesn't look deluxe. Top top work and detailing
mechafacture
08-15-2010, 04:13 AM
God Damn that is just sweet. Excellent paint work. I love how you brought out his eyes. Did you paint the racing stripes back on or are they decals or stickers?
Thanks bro! Painted stripes.
This is top notch work Mechafracture! You are definitely at the top of the game. With that being said I think you owe it to yourself to start addressing the minute details, like sanding down the mold seams and the cast in lettering that doesn't belong. I kinda feel like I'm searching for something to critique, but your work is stellar and you need to take it to the next level, and I feel those little things would elevate your work to new heights!:cool:
Thanks bro! but I don't really get what you're pointing at... :(
This doesn't look deluxe. Top top work and detailing
Thanks jicco!
BigHank
08-15-2010, 04:21 AM
Thanks bro! but I don't really get what you're pointing at... :(
Okay, for example in pic 15 (of his left arm) you can see the circular mold impression on the tip of his forearm guard. This might look better if it was sanded off.
In pic number 19 (his lower left leg) you can see the letters "AL2" molded in. That should have been sanded off too.
Don't get me wrong now, I am being WAY TOO CRITICAL, but I am being so because you are at a level where these are about the only things left to address. I hope you don't take offense because I love your style, I'm just pointing out the last little things needed to be absolutely perfect.:cool:
this is deluxe???? wow!!!
mechafacture
08-16-2010, 07:23 AM
Okay, for example in pic 15 (of his left arm) you can see the circular mold impression on the tip of his forearm guard. This might look better if it was sanded off.
In pic number 19 (his lower left leg) you can see the letters "AL2" molded in. That should have been sanded off too.
Don't get me wrong now, I am being WAY TOO CRITICAL, but I am being so because you are at a level where these are about the only things left to address. I hope you don't take offense because I love your style, I'm just pointing out the last little things needed to be absolutely perfect.:cool:
Yeap you're right bro! But not much people did sand off those parts numbering when they repaint any figures.... but it's a good point.
this is deluxe???? wow!!!
Thanks bro!
WOLMANSGOTNARDS
01-26-2011, 05:09 PM
This is pretty. Love this mold and love the custom work done to it.
Wish the HA sized Bumblebee was like this one (second hand, inverted legs, feet, etc).
I feel the same way about HA BB. This mold blows it out of the water with all the transformable parts/panels. I especially love the built in hidden cannon. They really should of made it a HA fig with extra detail. We all know BB is more expensive and they skimped on us. The chest/bumper pieces are awesome on this one.