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Columbia Officially Unveils New The Empire Strikes Back Crew Jacket

STAR WARS EMPIRE™ CREW PARKA

Last week we shared with you news of a new Columbia jacket based on the look of Star Wars. Now Columbia Sportswear has officially unveiled the jacket and given a release date and price.

Check out the press release below for all of the details.

Columbia Goes Behind-The-Scenes and Unveils New Jacket Inspired by Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back

Limited Edition “Star Wars: Empire Crew Parka” launches on Dec. 7

Portland, Oregon – Dec. 3, 2018 – Columbia Sportswear is unveiling the Star Wars™: Empire Crew Parka – a limited edition jacket inspired by the original cast and crew while filming the iconic ice planet Hoth scenes of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back.  The themed jackets will be available here starting at 5 am GMT on Dec. 7 and in-store at select Columbia-branded retail locations in the U.S., Canada, Europe, China, Hong Kong, Japan and Korea.  This limited edition parka is a unisex style that will be sold for $500, while supplies last.

STAR WARS EMPIRE™ CREW PARKA
STAR WARS EMPIRE™
CREW PARKA

Be a Part of Star Wars History

Nearly 40 years ago in the frigid wilderness of Norway, a small group of cast and crew filmed several of the most recognizable scenes from Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. They needed serious winter gear to keep them protected from icy winds, whiteout blizzards and sub-zero temperatures they encountered while filming the iconic Hoth scenes. To help address the weather-related challenges, producers arranged for each member of the Norway team to receive outerwear that included a colorful insulated parka for the multi-week shoot. Created to stand up to the cold conditions, that jacket features a unique design that currently make it one of the most sought-after items among Star Wars collectors. Only a handful of those original jackets exist today, but now fans can go behind rebel lines—and deep behind-the-scenes—with Columbia’s limited edition Star Wars™: Empire Crew Parka.

A Vintage Look Featuring Modern Technology

The Star Wars™: Empire Crew Parka honors the original design while incorporating Columbia’s weather-defying technologies to help protect against extreme winter conditions. The waterproof, breathable and critically seam-sealed outer layer acts like the Echo Base shield generator to protect against the elements, while the Omni-Heat™ thermal-reflective lining and insulation will keep you as warm as a Wookiee. The jacket features a removable, adjustable hood with removable faux-fur trim, two-way collar, ribbed comfort cuffs, wrist zips and multifunctional pockets.

Columbia’s designers worked closely with Lucasfilm Ltd. to capture and incorporate authentic details from the crew jackets that include the bold blue design, shoulder stripes for heightened visibility in blizzard conditions, the fiery Darth Vader chest patch developed using original artwork, Star Wars logos, and a customizable name plate on the chest pocket. Paying homage to the location where the cast and crew braved chilling temperatures to film these historic scenes, the lining of the jacket includes the coordinates of the Hardangerjøkulen Glacier in Norway.

The Ultimate Hot Toys Boba Fett Figure Revealed!

Hot Toys is getting ready to release a brand new Boba Fett figure that will blow your mind! The upcoming figure will be available toward the end of this year, so start saving your pennies now. He comes in two different flavors, so check out the details and photos below!

Hot Toys Boba Fett 1/6 scale figure pre-order links: #ad

Star Wars Boba Fett Star Wars Sixth Scale Figure

Star Wars Boba Fett Deluxe Version Star Wars Sixth Scale Figure

Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back Boba Fett 1/6th scale Collectible Figure

With his customized Mandalorian armor, deadly weaponry, and silent demeanor, Boba Fett was one of the most feared bounty hunters in the galaxy. A genetic clone of his “father,” bounty hunter Jango Fett, Boba learned combat and martial skills from a young age. Over the course of his career, which included contracts for the Empire and the criminal underworld, he became a legend.

Expanding our Star Wars classic trilogy collectible series, Hot Toys is excited to officially present the 1/6th scale collectible figure of Boba Fett from his first silver screen appearance in Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back!

The highly-accurate collectible figure is specially crafted based on the appearance of Boba Fett in Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back featuring meticulously crafted Mandalorian helmet and armor, the bounty hunter’s iconic jetpack, a cape, detailed blasters, and a figure stand.

The infamous bounty hunter Boba Fett will surely be an excellent addition to your Star Wars collection!

Specifications:
– Product Code: MMS463
– Product Name: Boba Fett
– Height: Approximately 30 cm tall
– Points of Articulations: 30
– Special Features: Newly crafted Boba Fett Mandalorian helmet with articulated rangefinder, Specially applied distress effects on armor, weapons and accessories, One blaster sidearm with leather-like holster
– Artists: Head Sculpted by N/A.
– Head Painted by N/A. Figure Painted by Lok Ho
– Head Art Directed by N/A. Figure Art Directed BY JC. Hong

The 1/6th scale Boba Fett Collectible Figure specially features:

– Authentic and detailed likeness of Boba Fett in Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back
– Newly crafted Boba Fett Mandalorian helmet with articulated rangefinder
– Specially applied distress effects on armor, weapons and accessories
– Body with over 30 points of articulations
– Approximately 30 cm tall
– Seven (7) pieces of blue-colored interchangeable gloved hands including:
– One (1) pair of fists
– One (1) pair of relaxed hands
– One (1) pair of hands for holding weapons
– One (1) gesturing left hand

Costume:
– One (1) Boba Fett’s Mandalorian armor with weathering effect
– One (1) gray flight suit
– One (1) yellow cape
– One (1) leather-like brown belt with pouches
– One (1) pair of green gauntlets
– One (1) pair of yellow knee guards
– One (1) pair of brown boots

Weapons:
– One (1) blaster rifle with battle-damaged effect
– One (1) blaster sidearm with leather-like holster

Accessories:
– One (1) jetpack with weathering effect (equipped with magnetic feature)
– One (1) survival knife
– One (1) sonic beam weapon
– One (1) anti-security blade
– One (1) jetpack adjustment tool
– Specially designed figure stand with Boba Fett’s nameplate and Star Wars logo

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Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back Boba Fett (Deluxe Version) 1/6th scale Collectible Figure

Armed with a customized Mandalorian armor, dangerous weaponry and highly trained combat skills, Boba Fett has earned a notorious reputation as one of the deadliest bounty hunter in the galaxy as he takes on contracts from the criminal underworld and the Galactic Empire.

Boba Fett has left an unforgettable impression for many Star Wars fans when he was introduce on the silver screen in Star Wars: The Episode V The Empire Strikes Back, and today, Hot Toys is thrilled to present a very special Deluxe Version of the 1/6th scale Boba Fett collectible figure that will surely excite many Star Wars diehard fans with its unique display option!

Based on his appearance in Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back, the Boba Fett collectible figure features a meticulously crafted Mandalorian helmet and armor with distressed effects, his iconic jetpack, a cape, detailed blasters, and a figure stand!

The biggest highlight of this Deluxe Version is none other than the fact that Boba Fett’s Alternate Version armor based on his “movie pre-production” look is realized for the first time on a 1/6th scale collectible figure and exclusively include a range of interchangeable parts such as helmet, jetpack, gauntlets, cape, and a number of gloved hands for fans to display this infamous bounty hunter’s stylistic look before his official appearance in Star Wars: The Episode V The Empire Strikes Back!

This new Boba Fett 1/6th scale collectible figure by Hot Toys will definitely be a remarkable movie masterpiece for your Star Wars collection!

Specifications:
– Product Code: MMS464
– Product Name: Boba Fett (Deluxe Version)
– Height: Approximately 30 cm tall
– Points of Articulations: 30
– Special Features: Newly developed interchangeable Boba Fett’s Mandalorian helmet with unique markings and articulated rangefinder, One green, yellow and white color jetpack with weathering effect(with magnetic feature)
– Artists: Head Sculpted by N/A.
– Head Painted by N/A. Figure Painted by Lok Ho
– Head Art Directed by N/A. Figure Art Directed BY JC. Hong

The 1/6th scale Boba Fett (Deluxe Version) Collectible Figure specially features:

– Authentic and detailed likeness of Boba Fett in Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back
– Newly crafted Boba Fett Mandalorian helmet with articulated rangefinder
– Specially applied distress effects on armor, weapons and accessories
– Body with over 30 points of articulations
– Approximately 30 cm tall
– Seven (7) pieces of blue-colored interchangeable gloved hands including:
– One (1) pair of fists
– One (1) pair of relaxed hands
– One (1) pair of hands for holding weapons
– One (1) gesturing left hand

Costume:
– One (1) Boba Fett’s Mandalorian armor with weathering effect
– One (1) gray flight suit
– One (1) yellow cape
– One (1) leather-like brown belt with pouches
– One (1) pair of green gauntlets
– One (1) pair of yellow knee guards
– One (1) pair of brown boots

Weapons:
– One (1) blaster rifle with battle-damaged effect
– One (1) blaster sidearm with leather-like holster

Accessories:
– One (1) jetpack with weathering effect (equipped with magnetic feature)
– One (1) survival knife
– One (1) sonic beam weapon
– One (1) anti-security blade
– One (1) jetpack adjustment tool
– Specially designed figure stand with Boba Fett’s nameplate and Star Wars logo

The following “Alternate Version Boba Fett Armor” parts are exclusive to DELUXE VERSION:

– Newly developed interchangeable Boba Fett’s Mandalorian helmet with unique markings and articulated rangefinder
– Seven (7) pieces of dark red and light brown colored interchangeable gloved hands including:
– One (1) pair of fists
– One (1) pair of relaxed hands
– One (1) pair of hands for holding weapons
– One (1) gesturing left hand

Costume:
– One (1) green colored cape with weathering effect
– One (1) light brown colored pouch (attachable top the belt)
– One (1) red-orange colored pouch (attachable top the belt)
– One (1) yellow colored left arm gauntlet
– One (1) red colored right arm gauntlet
– One (1) pair of spats

Weapon:
– One (1) blaster pistol with stock

Accessory:
– One (1) green, yellow and white color jetpack with weathering effect (equipped with magnetic feature)

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New Han Solo Premium Format Figure from Sideshow

Han Solo Premium Format Figure

Sideshow Collectibles has released official images and details for their upcoming Han Solo Premium Format Figure!  Check out all the details and photos of the upcoming statue below!

He just got back from making the Kessel Run, and now he’s ready to join your collection- Sideshow is proud to present the Han Solo Premium Format Figure.

For the look of this figure, Han Solo has been brought to life straight from Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back.  His detailed portrait has been sculpted to capture the likeness of Harrison Ford.

The Han Solo Premium Format Figure has an authentic Episode V costume sewn from fabric and leather elements to give his look an added sense of realism, down to the details of his belt.

Taking an action stance with his blaster, Han is ready to shoot first when his enemies come to collect what he owes.  He stands on top of a Millennium Falcon inspired base to complete the scene, proving this smuggling scoundrel has the heart of a rebel.

The Exclusive edition of this statue comes with a right hand equipped with an E-11 blaster for additional display options.

No time to discuss this as a committee, pre-order the regular edition of the Star Wars Han Solo Star Wars Premium Format(TM) Figure, or pre-order the exclusive Star Wars Han Solo Star Wars Premium Format(TM) Figure edition, from Sideshow Collectibles!

Artists:

  • Rachel Roubicek (Design)
  • Jean-Paul Mavinga (Design)
  • Matt Black (Design & Sculpt)
  • Daniel Staig (Design & Sculpt)
  • Tom Gilliland (Design)
  • Trevor Grove (Sculpt)
  • Tim Niver (Sculpt)
  • Adam Smith (Mold & Cast)
  • Chadwick Anderson (Mold & Cast)
  • Wan Lee (Paint)
  • Bernardo Esquivel (Paint)
  • Esther Skandunas (Costume Fabrication)
  • The Sideshow Design and Development Team

ADDITIONAL DETAILS & DIMENSIONS
Expected to Ship
May 2018 – Jul 2018
Item shown is a prototype. When shipped, the final production piece may differ in appearance.

Product Size – 20″ H (508mm) x 14″ W (355.6mm) x 15″ L (381mm)*
Product Weight – 15.00 lbs (6.8 kg)*
Dimensional Weight – TBD
Int’l Dim. Weight – TBD
* Size and weight are approximate values.

SKU – 3005001
UPC – 747720233775

Hot Toys Reveals The Empire Strikes Back Princess Leia Figure

Empire Strikes Back Princess Leia Figure

To kick off the official day known as Star Wars Day, Hot Toys has revealed a new 1/6 scale Star Wars figure. The company has released photos and details for their Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back Princess Leia Figure. Princess Leia is featured in her Hoth outfit. The figure includes multiple interchangeable gloved and regular hands, a breathing mask, goggles, a welding torch, a blaster pistol and a specialized figure stand.

You can check all the details below and you can Pre-Order your Princess Leia Figure now from Sideshow Collectibles.

Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back – Princess Leia 1/6th scale Collectible Figure

The strong and fearless Princess Leia holds a very special place in many Star Wars fans’ heart. With her courageous personality and dedication to end the tyranny of the Empire, she ranks among the galaxy’s greatest heroes and one of the most beloved heroines of all time.

Today, Hot Toys is proud to officially present the Princess Leia 1/6th scale collectible figure from Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back!

The highly-accurate collectible figure is specially crafted based on the appearance of Princess Leia in the film. Featuring a newly developed head sculpt with stunning likeness, sophisticated tailoring of Leia’s outfit as seen in the battle of Hoth, an assortment of weapon and accessories, and a specially designed snow-theme figure stand, this collectible captures all of the details of the great Rebel leader.

A long time in the making, the 1/6th scale Princess Leia collectible demonstrates undoubted quality. The dearest princess will surely become a cherished addition to all Star Wars fans’ collection!

Specifications

  • Product Code: MMS423
  • Product Name: Princess Leia
  • Height: Approximately 26 cm tall
  • Points of Articulations: 28
  • Special Features: Newly developed head sculpt with movie-accurate facial expression and make-up, Detailed hair sculpture of Princess Leia in the battle of Hoth, – Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted
  • Artists: Head Sculpted by So Young, Lee
  • Head Painted by JC. Hong
  • Head Art Directed by JC. Hong

Special features of the 1/6th scale Princess Leia Collectible Figure:

  • Authentic and detailed likeness of Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia in Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back
  • Newly developed head sculpt with movie-accurate facial expression and make-up
  • Detailed hair sculpture of Princess Leia in the battle of Hoth
  • Body with over 28 points of articulations
  • Approximately 26 cm tall
  • Eight (8) pieces of interchangeable hands including:
  • One (1) pair of relaxed hands
  • One (1) welding torch holding right hand
  • One (1) pair of blaster holding gloved hands
  • Three (3) accessory holding gloved right hands
  • Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted

Costume:

  • One (1) sophisticated tailored off-white color jumpsuit
  • One (1) beige color vest
  • One (1) pair of grey color boots

Weapon:

  • One (1) blaster pistol

Accessory:

  • One (1) pair of safety goggles
  • One (1) welding torch
  • One (1) breath mask
  • Specially designed rectangular-shaped figure stand with Princess Leia nameplate and Star Wars logo

No release date has been given for this figure at this time.

 

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SPOILERS: Smuggler’s Bounty The Empire Strikes Back Box Review

Empire Strikes Back Box Review

A nice surprise showed up at the door today in the form of Funko’s latest Smuggler’s Bounty box. Thanks to the fine folks at Funko for providing the box, the newest addition to the line, The Empire Strikes Back Box contains all sorts of Star Wars goodies!  So let’s dive right in to our Smuggler’s Bounty The Empire Strikes Back Box Review.

WARNING!  If you have not yet received your box and you want to remain in the dark on the content in the box, then I highly suggest you stop reading here.  I am going to spoil the mess out of this box, with pictures of every item that is contained within.

LAST CHANCE!  Okay on with the Smuggler’s Bounty The Empire Strikes Back Box Review.

If you are still reading then congratulations, you are in for a nice treat from this box. Just like each box before, the shipping box itself is a total work of art and a collector’s items in and among itself.  Since this is an Empire Strikes Back themed box, we get artwork of a Luke Skywalker (Dagobah training) Pop vinyl, in some sort of inverted color scheme.

Now you are probably asking, why is Luke holding a red lightsaber?  He didn’t have that in the film.  Well you are right, but this three-tone color scheme of red, black and white is the typical color scheme for a Smuggler’s Bounty box.  So instead of going with something different, Funko decided to leave well enough alone, and ride with this look.

The Empire Strikes Back Box Review

Of course the first collectibles you are greeted with are the patch and pin that come in every box.  The Empire Strikes Back Box contains a Yoda patch which is a must for an Empire box, because it was technically the first movie to feature the character (and the best). The pin also features a must have character from the film, Lando Calrissian. These are excellent additions to the ever growing patch and pin line from Smuggler’s Bounty.

Empire Strikes Back Box Review
Smuggler’s Bounty Star Wars Rebels Ad

After flipping the box open even further, we are greeted with an ad for the next Smuggler’s Bounty box which is Star Wars Rebels (yay).  On the back of the ad, we get a nice information sheet with all sorts of Star Wars facts, and a little information on some of the decisions for the box.

After looking at the Star Wars Rebels ad I realized something was a bit off about this box, aside from the extra large size of the thing.  Normally after lifting the ad we are greeted with a cool tee shirt.  Was mine missing?  Did it not get shipped with this box?  Nope, the simple answer is, this box comes with a pair of Imperial socks.

Now this might be a disappointment to some fans, but it comes as a welcome surprise to me.  After all, I like showing my love for Star Wars in every way possible.  Sporting some cool socks, is just another way to do that.  The black socks feature Darth Vader and Stormtrooper heads randomly printed on the sock.

Another nice entry for this box was the inclusion of the first Galactic Plushies.  The Wampa is the first (I believe) in this line, which we mentioned a few days ago.  The Wampa was another no-brainer inclusion for the box.  The question was just how to include him, and Funko has done a tremendous job with that.

Empire Strikes Back Box Review
Galactic Plushies Wampa

The Wampa sits up with no problem, due to the fact that his butt seems round and flat, with his legs dangling out in front.  This provides the plushy with the ability to sit up without the need of a stand, or something to lean him against.  In all honesty, I am not a fan of these sorts of plush items, so I wasn’t excited about the Galactic Plushies announcement.  But after checking out the Wampa, and seeing that he can actually sit up on a shelf on his own, it might be time for me to plop down some money for more of them.

Finally we get to the big daddy of the box, the POP!  This isn’t just any Pop either, but a nice big deluxe Pop!  We knew we were getting this when the box was first announced, but you just can’t appreciate it until you have it in your hands.

First this thing is sculpted to perfection.  Every little thing from the Tauntaun’s horns, down to the design on Han’s jacket are downright awesome.  I found myself just staring at this guy for about ten minutes after taking him out of the box.  I would sit there and turn him in all directions, looking at the care that went in to designing this thing.

The paint application is also pretty darn good. For the most part, since these items are mass produced, paint application can be hit or miss, but this one is a big hit for me. I couldn’t find any bleed over on any parts, the eyes were perfectly in place.

Like all Funko Star Wars Pops, this one comes with a base and pegs, so that you can make sure your Pop stands without falling.  Unlike other Star Wars Pops, this comes with a white base, with the Star Wars logo front and center.  The white base is nice, because it replicates the snowy planet of Hoth, where one would find Han riding a Tauntaun around Echo Base.

This guy makes an awesome display piece and one that you just can’t afford to pass up.

If you are a Star Wars fan and collector, then you will most likely love this box.  If you are a Funko fan, again this will be a winner for you.   This box was packed with some excellent surprises in addition to the Pop that we already knew we were getting.  The lack of a tee shirt could have some fans up in arms, but it doesn’t matter that much to me.  Change is always good. Don’t forget to sign up for the Star Wars Rebels box, which you can only get at SmugglersBounty.com!

Check out the various images from the box below, and also check out The Outer Rim News Podcast this week, where Austin and I will be doing an in-depth review of the box.

The Empire Strikes Back the Next Focus for Smuggler’s Bounty

Smuggler's Bounty

Funko has announced the next Smuggler’s Bounty themed box.  The next box will be an Empire Strikes Back themed box and will contain a Hoth Han Solo and Tauntaun deluxe POP set.  It is very interesting that the company has already revealed one of the items in the box at the same time that they announced the actual box.

Check out the first official image of the set below.

Smuggler's Bounty
Smuggler’s Bounty – The Empire Strikes Back Box

Each box costs just $25. With that $25, you get $50 in value of exclusive, high-quality collectible products including but not limited to apparel, accessories, toys and memorabilia. No fluff, no filler!  You can pre-order your box at smugglersbounty.com!

Hot Toys Reveals New Empire Strikes Back Yoda Figure

Empire Strikes Back Yoda Figure

“Do or do not. There is no try.”

Jedi Master Yoda was the most wise and powerful of all Jedi. For over 800 years, Yoda instructed young Jedi and instilled in them a profound sense of discipline, strength, and unity. During the dark times when Galactic Empire ruled the galaxy, Luke Skywalker went to Dagobah in search of Yoda for training to become a Jedi which led to path that will restore balance to the galaxy!

Today, Hot Toys is excited to officially present the 1/6th scale Collectible Figure of Luke’s wise mentor Yoda from Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back!

The highly-accurate collectible figure is specially crafted based on the image of Yoda in Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back. It features two newly developed head sculpts, specially developed body, finely tailored costume, a range of detailed accessories including a cane, crate container, small lamp, LED-light up power unit, and Dagobah diorama figure base with rocks.

Star Wars fans should not miss out on the opportunity to add the legendary Jedi Master to your collection!