Figures Retro Roadblock

SlicesCustoms · 04-14-2021, 03:47 PM

Every household with GI Joes had ole Roadblock in their line up.
How couldn’t you not? He literally is part of GIJoe and the history of it.

In my book, 1986 v2 Roadblock was the best version we got of him. Even though he came with one weapon he looked badass.

Throughout the years, I’ve seen a few versions trying to capture that 1986 look but for me, it was always missed marks.

I want to challenge myself in not getting to much into a new era version, but rather a very detailed nostalgic piece where are the right ingredients paid homage to this beloved character.

I started with his head. Handpainted to match my darker skin tones, adding a matte black to his beard.

I then went for his build and equipment. Believe it or not, everything came together with him very easily.

The. Only thing I changed from his OG version was that bright lime shade of green to a military green on this current one.

I absolutely love how he turned out and feel like this is one we should get in the near future:

Here is v2 Roadblock!

Untitled by Slice's Customs, on Flickr

Lion · 04-14-2021, 03:59 PM

Awesome

megatron77 · 04-14-2021, 04:01 PM

Great job on Roadblock, Steve Harvey is jacked, I like the spiked knuckledusters!

nighthawk · 04-14-2021, 04:21 PM

I did not expect this when I clicked on the link. Was expecting to see an updated V1 style RB.

This was the first version of RB that I had as a kid too and I loved it. Great job on yours.

Mr Hebime · 04-14-2021, 04:25 PM

This is my favorite version of RB and you did him justice. Excellent job!

46 Zone · 04-14-2021, 05:26 PM

Wow!!! That's great work!!! Really like the light grey paint work on the legs!!!! Really smooth looking!!!

Yeet · 04-14-2021, 05:28 PM

Awesome!!!! V2 is my favorite version of good ole Block!

AxonRey · 04-14-2021, 06:01 PM

Expertly updated. Just make sure you’re giving proper credit (>wink<)

Erik Mona · 04-14-2021, 07:17 PM

Nailed it.

Excellent use of a fantastic head. Your customs are an inspiration!

[Edited to remove unintentional offense.]

Steel Brigade · 04-14-2021, 08:08 PM

Top Notch! Also my favorite version of Block! You can see all the care put into capturing him just right!

04-14-2021, 03:47 PM	#1
SlicesCustoms Troll Hunter Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Mindbenders Laboratory Posts: 4,318	Every household with GI Joes had ole Roadblock in their line up. How couldn’t you not? He literally is part of GIJoe and the history of it. In my book, 1986 v2 Roadblock was the best version we got of him. Even though he came with one weapon he looked badass. Throughout the years, I’ve seen a few versions trying to capture that 1986 look but for me, it was always missed marks. I want to challenge myself in not getting to much into a new era version, but rather a very detailed nostalgic piece where are the right ingredients paid homage to this beloved character. I started with his head. Handpainted to match my darker skin tones, adding a matte black to his beard. I then went for his build and equipment. Believe it or not, everything came together with him very easily. The. Only thing I changed from his OG version was that bright lime shade of green to a military green on this current one. I absolutely love how he turned out and feel like this is one we should get in the near future: Here is v2 Roadblock! Untitled by Slice's Customs, on Flickr Untitled by Slice's Customs, on Flickr Untitled by Slice's Customs, on Flickr Untitled by Slice's Customs, on Flickr Untitled by Slice's Customs, on Flickr Untitled by Slice's Customs, on Flickr Untitled by Slice's Customs, on Flickr __________________ vvvvSlices Customsvvvv http://www.hisstank.com/forum/g-i-jo...s-customs.html 1st place Winner in The Joes Customs contest http://www.joecustoms.com/forums/vie...p?f=24&t=48010 Remember : true art speaks for itself. Shout out to my biggest Simp: Firmpulse Last edited by SlicesCustoms; 01-13-2022 at 11:52 AM..

04-14-2021, 03:59 PM	#2
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04-14-2021, 04:21 PM	#4
nighthawk Hisstank.Com General Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 16,915	I did not expect this when I clicked on the link. Was expecting to see an updated V1 style RB. This was the first version of RB that I had as a kid too and I loved it. Great job on yours. __________________ Nighthawk's Feedback \| HasLab figures FS Wants: Classified Snake Supreme Cobra Commander (or just his belt and pistol) My Ebay auctions: kalwin_woo \| eBay

04-14-2021, 04:25 PM	#5
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04-14-2021, 05:26 PM	#6
46 Zone Hisstank.Com General Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Georgia Posts: 14,025	Wow!!! That's great work!!! Really like the light grey paint work on the legs!!!! Really smooth looking!!! __________________ Feedback Thread: http://www.hisstank.com/forum/buy-se...-feedback.html B/T Thread: http://www.hisstank.com/forum/g-i-jo...-b-t-list.html

04-14-2021, 06:01 PM	#8
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