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mikomatsing
 Post subject: Conrad "Duke" Hauser- My Take
PostPosted: Thu Apr 19, 2012 2:07 pm 
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This was actually born due to my nagging need to have a good duke to stand next to my POC Snake Eyes. I had considered using POC hawk as a base but I really couldn't wait until the weekend, so I bashed this guy together in a span of 2 days, then for the next few days after that there were minor changes done, like changing a thigh or adding kneepads. right now, this is the current and final state of my Duke custom. I'm quite happy how it came out :)


...well, almost. I need to replace his helmet and backpack :P

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Keenan
 Post subject: Re: Conrad "Duke" Hauser- My Take
PostPosted: Thu Apr 19, 2012 2:11 pm 
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That's a really solid take on him. I dig it.

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Chief
 Post subject: Re: Conrad "Duke" Hauser- My Take
PostPosted: Thu Apr 19, 2012 2:27 pm 
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Nice! I always like traditional-looking Duke customs (he's supposed to be a crusty old First Sergeant, after all, not a pretty-boy) - and this one has its own unique style while still being totally recognizable. Cool job on the little details like the kneepads and the scar.

If this is typical for your custom work, then I'm eager to see more. Awesome stuff :D

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 Post subject: Re: Conrad "Duke" Hauser- My Take
PostPosted: Thu Apr 19, 2012 2:37 pm 
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That's a pretty cool Duke.

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 Post subject: Re: Conrad "Duke" Hauser- My Take
PostPosted: Thu Apr 19, 2012 2:42 pm 
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Very cool!
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Greyryder
 Post subject: Re: Conrad "Duke" Hauser- My Take
PostPosted: Thu Apr 19, 2012 8:50 pm 
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DUDE! I saw this on your blog. As a long time Duke fan, I love this updated take on him. All my unfinished customs, and now you've got me looking into redoing my own Duke.

Speaking of your blog, I'd love more information on the ball joints you used on that Renegades Snake Eyes you made.

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mikomatsing
 Post subject: Re: Conrad "Duke" Hauser- My Take
PostPosted: Fri Apr 20, 2012 12:01 am 
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Greyryder wrote:
DUDE! I saw this on your blog. As a long time Duke fan, I love this updated take on him. All my unfinished customs, and now you've got me looking into redoing my own Duke.

Speaking of your blog, I'd love more information on the ball joints you used on that Renegades Snake Eyes you made.



you mean Resolute?

it's actually those lego parts they use as levers :) I'm actually looking for cheaper alternatives now. anyone have a suggestion? also thanks for the warm welcome guys

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Greyryder
 Post subject: Re: Conrad "Duke" Hauser- My Take
PostPosted: Fri Apr 20, 2012 12:15 am 
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Yeah! That one!

Hhmmmm, I have some of those....

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 Post subject: Re: Conrad "Duke" Hauser- My Take
PostPosted: Fri Apr 20, 2012 12:24 am 
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Link to the blog?

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 Post subject: Re: Conrad "Duke" Hauser- My Take
PostPosted: Fri Apr 20, 2012 3:42 am 
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danielb wrote:
Link to the blog?


here you go man: http://nomintfigures.blogspot.com//sear ... l/GI%20Joe :)
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mikomatsing
 Post subject: Re: Conrad "Duke" Hauser- My Take
PostPosted: Fri Apr 20, 2012 8:13 am 
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okay, here's the final, FINAL tweak. lol

gave him dusty's helmet and straps on the shoulders.

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also i have a question, how can i update my gallery for this guy on the JC site?
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Blakwulf
 Post subject: Re: Conrad "Duke" Hauser- My Take
PostPosted: Fri Apr 20, 2012 10:04 am 
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Awesome Duke, that's how a POC vers. should look. . .
Rugged and not generic. . .

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 Post subject: Re: Conrad "Duke" Hauser- My Take
PostPosted: Fri Apr 20, 2012 1:26 pm 
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Oh man I love this custom. Great take on the character.

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 Post subject: Re: Conrad "Duke" Hauser- My Take
PostPosted: Fri Apr 20, 2012 1:35 pm 
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Somehow you managed to make the starched khaki shirt look of v1 Duke actually seem bad ass. It's damn impressive! With all the gear and removable bits, it's versatile enough for the office and the field, SO COOL!

Hasbro's never done a 'First Shirt' Hauser that works as well as your custom.
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Tanstoys
 Post subject: Re: Conrad "Duke" Hauser- My Take
PostPosted: Fri Apr 20, 2012 4:11 pm 

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I like him, Everything besides the pants since they are so old now with better legs out but he does have the classic look. Nice work and welcome
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