Military Figure in 1/6 Scale

Like most of us I am on every doll related mailing list in existence. This morning I got an email from Hobby Search. The figure that caught my eye is called "Crazy Dummy - 1/6 U.S. Army Saw Gunner in Afghanistan." It is classified as a fashion doll! This guy is going for about $203. and is the most detailed, realistic military figure I've seen in a long time - not that I see many - but it's incredible.  It's a pre-order. Hobby Search is based in Japan so added postage raises the price.
Take a look at these pictures. It looks like a real man.

When I see what can be achieved in 1/6 scale at this price, I realize how much I've overpaid for so many dolls. Perhaps I should start my own little army.

Anyway, the description of this character is as follows:

- From [crazy dummy], Sogan'na lineup in the United States Army in Afghanistan!
Accessories - of fulfilling,
MICH 2000 HELMET WITH OCP COVER MICH2000
UNIVERSAL GOGGLE RETENTION STRAPS
ARMY T-SHIRT
OCP ACS SUIT
OCP ACU PANTS
BDU BELT
OCP IOTV GEN2 VEST
MOLLE2 100R POUCH
MOLLE2 200R POUCH
DOUBLE M4 MAG POUCH
RADIO POUCH
MOLLE2 CANTEEN POUCH
1QT CANTEEN
MOLLE2 FIRST-AID POUCH
TRIPLE PISTOL MAG POUCH
SMOKE GRENADE POUCH
HYDRATION POUCH
HYDRATION TUBE
MOLLE2 WAIST PACK BUTT PACK
USGI KNEE PADS One pair
43513X BOOTS One pair
WORK GLOVES (BLACK) One pair
COMBAT APPLICATION TOURNIQUET
IR FLAG
RANK TAB
NAME TAB
ARMY TAB
ISAF PACH
ARMY DIVISION PACH
M249 PARA WITH AR STOCK AND GRIP
100R M249 AMMO BOX
5.56MM METAL CHAIN \u200b\u200bAMMO X10
M4 30R MAG X4
ACOG TA31 SCOPE WITH KILLFLASH
AN/PEQ15 LASER
MCTAR SLING ADAPTOR
MACHINE GUN SLING
M9 PISTOL WITH PISTOL LANYARD
M9 MAGX3
M9 CQC CHEST HOLSTER
USGI NVG MOUNT
AN/PVS-14 NVG
AN/PRC152 RADIO
HANDMIC
SF HELMET LIGHT
G-SHOCK WATCH
2.0 M FRAME BALLISTIC EYEWEAR
FORE TREX 201 GPS
MS2000 STROBE
M18 SMOKE GRENADE

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If you're not familiar with Hobby Search, they carry Obitsu, Azone, Takara, doll magazines, doll hair and more. The website is fun to look at and, of course, is in Japanese first but other languages are available via built-in translator.

HobbySearch - Fashion Doll Store

Sybarites: New Dolls, Accessory Packs, Convention:

If you have a subscription to Dolls Magazine you will see a picture of a gorgeous new basic Sybarite, Dionysis.

"Dionysis" Photo from Dolls Magazine. Small print refers to Sour Grapes wig pack and something else I can't read.

There is also a brief, entertaining video of this same doll dancing. 

http://youtu.be/yyPuM92HPSM

The new accessory pack called "Champ_Paq" consists of a set of assorted hands (which I MUST have), a space blanket, a wreath, champagne, 5 pairs shorts, 2 tube tops, two wigs, opera gloves and stiletto sandals. How fun is that?

There is a wonderful multi-page spread on the new Abbe Lane dolls with gorgeous photos. One of the dolls, "Wolf Whistles," is a Marl & B exclusive.

This was posted on Facebook:

The dates: October 19, 2012-October 21, 2012.

JAMIEshow Haute Doll Exclusive "FLYING DRAGON" Now Available to order at Haute Doll

FLYING DRAGON, LING LAN DRESSED DOLL

This dressed doll is a brand new Haute Doll exclusive by JAMIEshow and renowned haute-couture designer Guo Pei. The lovely 50-piece limited edition showcases exquisite design and hand-beading, new detachable hands, a new sculpt, and a new-generation body. “Flying Dragon, Ling Lan” has 19 points of articulation and is made out of fine opalescent J-Resin. “Flying Dragon, Ling Lan” is a doll-sized replica of a design from designer Guo Pei’s “Legend of the Dragon” fashion collection, featuring layers and layers of silk tulle, intricate crystal dragon shoes, an elaborate bejeweled tiara, dragon hand jewelry, and glass-drop earrings. Entwined in laser-cut dragons, “Flying Dragon, Ling Lan” makes a stunning entrance into the fashion doll arena! Dolls will ship early September.

 http://shop.dollsmagazine.com/flying-dragon-ling-lan-dressed-doll.html $475.

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http://shop.dollsmagazine.com/flying-dragon-ling-lan-dressed-doll.html

Sybarite Neurotica

Inti on Prego posted a load of pictures of the new Hells Belles doll, Neurotica, from Marl & B.
Here are a few of them:

If you would like to see more of Inti's pictures, click HERE. 

Moving Update

All of my dolls except Domina and Neurotica are now in storage. Everything including props, clothing, wigs...my photo studio...YIKES.
What a strange feeling. I was going to photograph the mountain of boxes before locking up the room but I forgot and was so tired that I didn't care.

Thanks to all my readers for waiting until we're up and running once more. That should be sometime in August if I survive.

A few words of advice...get rid of all your extra stuff NOW. It's a nightmare. 

There's a fine line between collecting and amassing.

I Cannot Believe the Price of These Dolls on Sale

Cherished Friends New Jersey Store has put a few dolls on sale that are irresistible at these prices. I've been saved only because I'm packed and ready to move in a few days. I probably would get Lust to go with my Vice Cissy.

Lust by Jason Wu Cissy 21" Doll is now $99.99.

OMG

I feel for those who paid the full SRP of $349.95 although it probably wasn't that many people. 

"L'Enfant Terrible" Neo Cissy and "Blu Belle" Neo Cissy are both on sale for $39.99.

This only serves to reinforce the fact that Cissy Doll lovers will not be swayed to go freaky when it comes to their dolls. 

The shop has a nice selection of dolls at decent prices so if you are one of the few that has any money at this time...go on over there and buy, buy, buy!
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In other news on the homefront: Domina arrived on Friday and I haven't even looked in the box yet. I feel like what's the point?  I won't be able to take her out and play because I don't have time.  I want to savor the experience of a new Sybarite as fully as possible and under these circumstances that's impossible. I'm just dying to open the box, though.