Archive for September, 2013

Nick Fury (Pop! Vinyl Bobble Head)

Nick Fury (Pop! Vinyl Bobble Head)

As you may know, I’m bald. I’m also a bit angry. So when I saw the Nick Fury Pop! Vinyl, I couldn’t pass him up. For a fairly small figure, he captures Fury’s attitude pretty well. The two tiny fists of fury are balled up making him look like he’s itching for a fight. All […]

September 30, 2013 | By | 1 Reply More
April O’Neil

April O’Neil

After getting all four of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, I found myself craving some more of those toys. After a quick inspection to the stock available at my local stores, I decided to go for the one that seemed to be the less abundant in the first series of figures by Playmates.

September 27, 2013 | By | Reply More
The AFB Podcast Episode 84: Hot Toys Hulk / Toy Dilemmas

The AFB Podcast Episode 84: Hot Toys Hulk / Toy Dilemmas


Episode EIGHTY-FOUR of the AFB Podcast is live at iTunes and is now available for direct downloadDownload and subscribe to the podcast at iTunes now! 


Join Eli, Scott, Adam and John for Episode Eighty-Four of the Action Figure Blues Podcast! The AFB Podcast is a weekly look at action figures, statues and other collectibles from the worlds of comic books and pop culture.

Scott checks out the Hot Toys Hulk, and despite all of the magic surrounding The Avengers on film, this isn’t completely smooth sailing. Then, John tests the morals and ethics of our hosts with some interesting “Toy Dilemmas” which make for a great listen!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Eighty-Four here now! Click on the link to listen, or right click to save the file! The podcast will always be available from the “Podcast” tab here – but if you can subscribe and give us positive ratings at iTunes, that will help us greatly! 

The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

Have a listen, and please give us some feedback at podcast@actionfigureblues.com – we might even read out your feedback on the next show!

Happy listening!






September 26, 2013 | By More
Name That…Angry Bird Head

Name That…Angry Bird Head

This guy looks like he has a Yellow Angry Bird for a head to me.  

September 26, 2013 | By | 1 Reply More
Name That…Holy Metal, Batman!

Name That…Holy Metal, Batman!

Oh dear, I’ve hit bottom when I’m quoting a Batman movie for a title for one of these.    

September 24, 2013 | By | Reply More
Moto Superman

Moto Superman

If asked what action figure line was the most disappointing in 2013, it would be hard to come up with any other than Mattel’s 4-inch scale line for the Man of Steel movie.

September 23, 2013 | By | Reply More
Aayla Secura

Aayla Secura

Aayla Secura is one of the few characters in the prequels that had always come out looking gorgeous in action figure form.

September 21, 2013 | By | Reply More
Phil Robertson

Phil Robertson

Well, I’m sure if you read the other Duck Dynasty figure reviews, you saw this coming. Phil is the fourth figure in the series and really one of the essential ones. Especially, if you consider he’s the one that founded Duck Commander. Appearance: Phil’s appearance is much more like Uncle Si’s. On the show, Phil […]

September 20, 2013 | By | Reply More
The AFB Podcast Episode 83: Superman Color n Recolor Mug / Frank Diorio of Diorama Workshop

The AFB Podcast Episode 83: Superman Color n Recolor Mug / Frank Diorio of Diorama Workshop


Episode EIGHTY-THREE of the AFB Podcast is live at iTunes and is now available for direct downloadDownload and subscribe to the podcast at iTunes now! 


Join Ben, John and Jeremy for Episode Eighty-Three of the Action Figure Blues Podcast! The AFB Podcast is a weekly look at action figures, statues and other collectibles from the worlds of comic books and pop culture.

Returning friend of the show Jeremy shows off another item from his superhero drinkware collection – the Avalon Superman Color n’ Recolor Mug, and then the guys have a fantastic chat with Diorama Master Frank Diorio of Diorama Workshop. It’s a wonderful interview which you are sure to enjoy!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Eighty-Three here now! Click on the link to listen, or right click to save the file! The podcast will always be available from the “Podcast” tab here – but if you can subscribe and give us positive ratings at iTunes, that will help us greatly! 

The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

Have a listen, and please give us some feedback at podcast@actionfigureblues.com – we might even read out your feedback on the next show!

Happy listening!






September 19, 2013 | By More
Name That…Big Thumb

Name That…Big Thumb

I do not understand what possible advantage having an extra long thumb would be.

September 19, 2013 | By | Reply More
Cyber Ninja (Retaliation)

Cyber Ninja (Retaliation)

The Cobra Cyber Ninja is not a terrible concept, but execution leaves something to be desired. The Cyber ninja wears bulky armored vests over a very generic body sculpt. In fact, the whole figure is kitbashed from various sources, most notably the Rise of Cobra EliteViper, with a head taken from some vehicle driver and the legs from the wave 1 version of Storm Shadow.

September 18, 2013 | By | 2 Replies More
Name That…Jungle Hat

Name That…Jungle Hat

I’ve never owned a real one of these. Always wanted one, just never had an occasion to wear one.

September 17, 2013 | By | Reply More
War Machine (Pop! Vinyl Bobble Head)

War Machine (Pop! Vinyl Bobble Head)

I’ll say it. I prefer the War Machine armor over the Iron Man armor. No, I’m not saying war is the solution to things. I just think it makes more sense. Of course, it’s hard to be warlike when you are stylized as a bobble head. Fan’s of Funko will not be surprised by his […]

September 16, 2013 | By | Reply More
Lieutenant Thire (Clone Wars)

Lieutenant Thire (Clone Wars)

Well, today I’ll be reviewing Clone Lieutenant Thire, from the Clone Wars gift set released back in 2011. Lieutenant Thire had already been released both as a single carded figure (2009) and in a two-pack with another member of his team (2010), but since those releases are long gone now, I had to get a boxed set to get him.

September 14, 2013 | By | 1 Reply More
Dalek (Doctor Who Titans)

Dalek (Doctor Who Titans)

Exterminate! I couldn’t have the Doctor running around with at least one Dalek. I ended up with two. I was actually trying for a Tardis and a Dalek, but I’m not going to complain. I was trying to feel for something that was big and bulky in the Doctor Who Titans boxes. You can almost […]

September 13, 2013 | By | Reply More
The AFB Podcast Episode 82: Interview with Sculptor Joe Menna

The AFB Podcast Episode 82: Interview with Sculptor Joe Menna


Episode EIGHTY-TWO of the AFB Podcast is live at iTunes and is now available for direct downloadDownload and subscribe to the podcast at iTunes now! 


Join Scott, Justin and Ben for Episode Eighty-Two of the Action Figure Blues Podcast! The AFB Podcast is a weekly look at action figures, statues and other collectibles from the worlds of comic books and pop culture.

This week we have the great priviledge of speaking to sculptor Joe Menna about his career, his journey to becoming a digital sculptor and his work with companies like Gentle Giant, DC Collectibles and Bowen Designs. It was great to speak to Joe and we think you’ll enjoy listening! 

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Eighty-Two here now! Click on the link to listen, or right click to save the file! The podcast will always be available from the “Podcast” tab here – but if you can subscribe and give us positive ratings at iTunes, that will help us greatly! 

The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

Have a listen, and please give us some feedback at podcast@actionfigureblues.com – we might even read out your feedback on the next show!

Happy listening!






September 12, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 81: Star Wars Black 6″ Series One Unboxed!

The AFB Podcast Episode 81: Star Wars Black 6″ Series One Unboxed!


Episode EIGHTY-ONE of the AFB Podcast is live at iTunes and is now available for direct downloadDownload and subscribe to the podcast at iTunes now! 


Join John, Ben, Adam and Scott for Episode Eighty-One of the Action Figure Blues Podcast! The AFB Podcast is a weekly look at action figures, statues and other collectibles from the worlds of comic books and pop culture.

This week we look at the first four figures in the Hasbro Star Wars Black 6″ Series – and we have a ball discussing them! It remains to be seen if Ben and Scott can change the minds of John and Adam about collecting this line!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Eighty-One here now! Click on the link to listen, or right click to save the file! The podcast will always be available from the “Podcast” tab here – but if you can subscribe and give us positive ratings at iTunes, that will help us greatly! 

The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

Have a listen, and please give us some feedback at podcast@actionfigureblues.com – we might even read out your feedback on the next show!

Happy listening!






September 12, 2013 | By More
Name That….I Have The Power

Name That….I Have The Power

Power poses. Always a great display option.

September 12, 2013 | By | 1 Reply More
1942 WLA Flathead Harley Davidson

1942 WLA Flathead Harley Davidson

Well, today I’ll be talking about something a little different, a 1:18 vehicle I found at a local store. The vehicle is a WLA 1942 Flathead Harley Davidson motorcycle, and was produced by Maisto.

September 11, 2013 | By | 4 Replies More
Name That…Mech Snake

Name That…Mech Snake

Mechanical snakes seem like something that you would see more of.  

September 10, 2013 | By | 1 Reply More