Custom Dutch from Predator help

[gogul1]

Hi guys I have acquired a classic Predator and I think he needs a Dutch to be displayed with. Looking on eBay seems to be a fruitless endeavour unless you have real flash pimp style money. So am considering a kitbash. In terms of parts etc what would you guys recommend? The TTM20 body is good but the joints are quite garish. I had a look at the phicen seamless muscular body but it's too short and some say the Arnie heads look too big for the neck. Just want to guage you opinions and advice on sourcing the best items. Also, clothing and weapons etc
Anyone got any pics they'd like to share for inspiration?

 

[Metatron]

What about the hot toys John Matrix body?

 

[gogul1]

What about the hot toys John Matrix body?

Yeah I'm looking at that one its a good sculpt but I'll have to wait for one to come available. Too expensive to buy and part out another Matrix figure (just bought one) right now. I've seen the muddied up versions on youtube which is one way around the joint issue. Any tips on items, clothing etc?

 

[johnautobot]

I have hot toys dutch brown vest and camo pants for trade?

 

[gogul1]

I have hot toys dutch brown vest and camo pants for trade?

That is great. I'd have to look around to see what I could trade it for though.

 

[R1ch1e]

toyanzity.com has parts you need

 

[gogul1]

toyanzity.com has parts you need

Did you mean toy anxiety? Just looked and no dutch parts available thanks anyway )

 

[R1ch1e]

Did you mean toy anxiety? Just looked and no dutch parts available thanks anyway )

Yes sorry my auto correct changed it. and you won't find it under Dutch u will find it under
John matrix

 

[gogul1]

Ok thanks will take a look )

 

[gogul1]

Decided to take a quick stab at making a torch to see if my theory would work. Doesn't look too bad imo
Bit thick at the top but can make another one

 

[gogul1]

Does anyone know what kind of vest he wears? Considering all my options at the moment so would like to know what gun he uses and any clothing he wears too.

 

[gogul1]

apparently the Chris redfield body is effective too but they're too rare and expensive I believe

 

[Stevejack2]

I can help a little in regards to the bodies, I completed a couple of Dutch's a few months back but went for a shirtless bash.

Here is the TTM-20 and as you say, the joints etc are visible.


Here is the John Matrix body. It's much larger overall, and the seamless arms and torso do look a lot better. It's definitely my preference.


Hope this helps, let me know if you have other questions regarding head fitting, clothing options etc.

 

[gogul1]

I can help a little in regards to the bodies, I completed a couple of Dutch's a few months back but went for a shirtless bash.

Here is the TTM-20 and as you say, the joints etc are visible.
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Here is the John Matrix body. It's much larger overall, and the seamless arms and torso do look a lot better. It's definitely my preference.
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Hope this helps, let me know if you have other questions regarding head fitting, clothing options etc.

That's awesome yes the commando body is a way better option imo
There aren't any available at the moment though. I will have to keep my eyes peeled on eBay most likely. However it would seem that the kitbash is going to prove quite expensive too. Not as much as dutch is but still quite a lump of cash for a kitbash. This is going to be a long road I think ;o)