Hearts of Steel Optimus Prime

Posted by Stormrider Jan 6, 2009 at 10:56pm CST 50,959 views

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Interest in customs has grown wildly, springing up 3rd party makers over the past two years. Their attempts have been to create some of the much desired figures or accessories that fans have been demanding . TF.SG has posted images now of a 6.5" version of Optimus Prime Hearts of Steel, which will be available for fans.

The creator, Griffith76, explains how he designed this figure here. And then check out the painter's blog, by Sabrina, here to learn more details.

Griffith plans to sell these as garage kits, but he has not set a price yet. The figure presently uses around 100 parts, but he looking to combine certain parts to save space in the molding and reduce the assembly required. The mold will be cast in resin and the parts will be cast in color, two schemes. Keeping the cost down for fans is one of the creator's goal. We'll keep you updated when this kit goes on sale.

Transformers News: Hearts of Steel Optimus Prime

Transformers News: Hearts of Steel Optimus Prime

More pictures are available on Monolith Production's website.

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Comment by Stormrider Jan 6, 2009

stephenusprime wrote:Hi guys,

I am not sure where do I post this, but two fellow members, sabsabby85 and griffith76 of our Singapore Fan Forum (http://www.tf.sg) has recently done a custom of Hearts of Steel Optimus Prime. Just thought I'd share the appreciation of such nice works here with everyone.

This is actually an improved 6.5 inches tall figure which has a split in the legs which the older 10" one didn't have.

More of the pictures could be found here: TF.SG = Hearts of Steel and here sabsabby85's blog and griffith76's blog

Some of the pictures are actually here for you to see:

Cheers!

Thanks for posting these.

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Comment by i_amtrunks Jan 6, 2009

Transformers + Locomotives = Must buys.

As long as I do not have to sell off my body organs to afford it, I'll be getting one of these, HoS was a nifty story and the aesthetic of the Designs have been captured masterfully in this figure.

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Comment by Stormrider Jan 6, 2009

It's a great design. I like the rivets and details. It's amazing how the creator taught himself and used the computer to create the parts.

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Comment by Zeds Jan 6, 2009

I am a sucker for trains. LOVE THIS! :APPLAUSE:

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Comment by Bumblebeast Jan 6, 2009

This is some awesome shit.

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Comment by Oilspill Jan 7, 2009

Man, garage customs just seem so awesome these days

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Comment by dabattousai Jan 7, 2009

Depending how much he is talking, I wouldn't mind buying it as long as its under $100. Wish he would release a Megatron Hearts of Steel kit. :-?

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Comment by typh0id Jan 7, 2009

i_amtrunks wrote:As long as I do not have to sell off my body organs to afford it, I'll be getting one of these

I'll second that but somehow I'm less than hopeful

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Comment by GreenLantern of Cybertron Jan 7, 2009

I knew about this custom before, had no idea they were planning to make it available.
I hope it isnt as flimsy as it looks.
anyway... Getting this!

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Comment by Stormrider Jan 7, 2009

dabattousai wrote:Depending how much he is talking, I wouldn't mind buying it as long as its under $100. Wish he would release a Megatron Hearts of Steel kit.

He mentioned that he is doing other Hearts of Steel.

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Comment by AntBot Jan 7, 2009

I can totally do without an expensive trailer/armor for my Ultra Magnus, but dammit, I want an Optimus Prime steam engine. Will watch the progress on this.

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Comment by Forgotten Jan 7, 2009

That Optimus looks awesome. I must buy. And now I shall pray for HOS Shockwave & Starscream. And a small Ravage would be cool too. :grin:

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Comment by Covenant Jan 7, 2009

Good gawd Griffith is such a damn master. That Hearts of Steel Prime is just mad sexy.

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Comment by DevastaTTor Jan 7, 2009

I loved this concept and the figures pictured here look awesome. Very nice work.

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Comment by GuyIncognito Jan 7, 2009

That is freakin awesome looking. If they sell these, I hope it's affordable.

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Comment by Ariannus Jan 7, 2009

The original version is being made by CyberFembot, http://cyberfembot.com/CustomToys/FerrumCarboMaster/FerrumCarboMaster.htm

I have 2 on order from him. They aren't cheap, but I think that they are worth every penny. Of course now I'm probably going to have to buy the new version too. I need a second job to feed my Transformers habit...

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Comment by Wheeljack35 Jan 7, 2009

WOW That is Freaking Sweet

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Comment by GuyIncognito Jan 7, 2009

Ariannus wrote:The original version is being made by CyberFembot, http://cyberfembot.com/CustomToys/FerrumCarboMaster/FerrumCarboMaster.htm

I have 2 on order from him. They aren't cheap, but I think that they are worth every penny. Of course now I'm probably going to have to buy the new version too. I need a second job to feed my Transformers habit...

$350 each?! And you ordered TWO?! Must be nice to have that kind of money.

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Comment by dragons Jan 7, 2009

thats great lokoing figure but will bbts get him in stock i hat to buy this 500 or over $1000 for this guy on ebay.

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Comment by Ariannus Jan 7, 2009