Ben Fridley

Jib,

The figure I used for my Pirate was bought at a Big Lots store for 5.00.He is about 6" tall. I usually crazy glue the joints into the desired pose, and then attach the figure to a base using small screws which go through the base into the legs of the figure. This way I can work on the figure, holding it by the base. The clothing is made from an air drying clay material which can me molded, sanded and painted.

I have made a number of 12" figures, but frankly I have run out of room to display them!I now stay with mainly 6" figures. I have made a Pirate from a MR Incredible superhero toy. I will post him as soon as I get a photo of him. I make these figures while I watch TV...doing this keeps my eating while watching TV to a minimum!

Thanks for your interest!

Ben

I was thinking of going as a spectator, but was pushed by several to go to Paynetown as a participant and period camper. So, I made plans for there. I had not realized they were the same weekend. Therefore, I must miss the closer one for the one further away from me.

I'll be in Paynestown.

See ya there! It is a blast!

I've personally seen his work and it's very, very good. I love the pirate that he did out of the WWE figure that lives at his Brother in law's house....it's very cool. And the steampunk weapons out of squirt guns too. Awesome!

Why, thank you!!!! I do have to get some photos taken. I have another pirate figure

I am thinking of taking to Paynetown to donate to the non auction-auction. That should

drum up some interest. Thank you for the goos word!!!

Jennie, Mark and I will be driving to Paynetown on Thursday afternoon (the 6th). It is really a nice event, with nice people in a great setting...ok so it isn't the Atlantic...but fun anyway!

PICTURES!!!!!

Where?

??????????

Jack,

I am way better at actually making the figures...than I am at actually posting them...as if that weren't obvious!

Hello,

I have made many customized action figures over the last few years. While

I have made a number of 12" action figures - mostly Captain America related, I

have made a couple of 6" figures - one based on a MR Incredible toy, and the other

on a WWE wrestling figure. I am pondering the possibility of creating Pirate action

figures based on people's photos of themselves (or photos I would take). I am more than happy to send anybody examples of my work - I have to get some shots of my pirate figures. Please feel free to send me a request to see some of what I have

made. My e-mail address is : dandycat@wowway.com

I also would like to get some opinions on what folks would be interested in paying for

an action figure based on themself in all of their Pirate regalia.

Thanks!

Ben Fridley (actually Dan Needham)

Hello,

I have made many customized action figures over the last few years. While

I have made a number of 12" action figures - mostly Captain America related, I

have made a couple of 6" figures - one based on a MR Incredible toy, and the other

on a WWE wrestling figure. I am pondering the possibility of creating Pirate action

figures based on people's photos of themselves (or photos I would take). I am more than happy to send anybody examples of my work - I have to get some shots of my pirate figures. Please feel free to send me a request to see some of what I have

made. My e-mail address is : dandycat@wowway.com

I also would like to get some opinions on what folks would be interested in paying for

an action figure based on themself in all of their Pirate regalia.

Thanks!

Ben Fridley (actually Dan Needham)

i drove 8 or so hours from st. louis to columbus... and this was even after working part of the day... AND the whole weekend was well worth it !!

just wish someone told me about that whole time change thing , kinda got me off kilter a bit..

Hello there! Paynetown is a great event! Great places to camp under the trees, very nice people all the

way around, and hot and cold running water/showers to boot!!!

Great! Then I will see you in a few weeks in Indiana!

Hello everyone...

Yeah, bet you never expected this out of me... :) We all have our dark little secrets...

Here's some steampunk stuff that I doubt I'll get around to. Maybe someone else will get some use out of it. I am looking for cash, but I'm open to trades for historical repro pirate gear, natural fiber fabric, or any old blocks for block and tackle sets. (Preferably small wooden blocks in the 3-4 inch range)

Anyway, here's what I've got:

Prices: (not including shipping... I'll figure actual shipping based on location and weight.)

Port/Starboard lamps (repro) $25.00

Multi-lens adjustable projector (antique 19-teens?) $40.00

Black wool Victorian top hat, Size Large (repro) $40.00

WWI German steel helmet with chin strap and liner (repro) $35.00

Brass bicycle horn with rubber bulb (antique-WORKS!) $8.00

4 iron gears in graduating sizes (antique) $8.00

Victorian style silver bracelet (repro) $15.00

Victorian glass bottle (antique) $5.00

2 Edwardian brass faucets (antique) $15.00

Victorian-Era wool vest with brass buttons, Size 44" chest. (repro,Brand-New!) $75.00

Canvas suspenders, adjustable with leather tabs (repro,Brand-New!) $10.00

Will sell it all for $225 plus shipping. (Separately comes to $276)

Or... Whatcha got to trade?

Here are additional pictures of the stuff:

Nate,

Dan Needham here - (Mark Gist's brother in law).

I would like to buy the canvas suspenders! 10.00...what a deal!

I will be at Paynetown - wouldn't miss it! Can you have the suspenders there and I can give you

the 10.00?

My home e-mail address is : dandycat@wowway.com.

This is a great event! This is a very nice (tree covered) location in which

to set up camp. There is running water and showers even!!! A really nice bunch

of friendly folks and a great location right on a lake make for a great time! If you

had been thinking about coming...just do it. You will not regret it!!!