Figures James McCullen Destro by CrazyLegs44

CrazyLegs44 · 05-24-2025, 02:36 PM

I have always love seeing prototypes and learning about unreleased figures. A couple of 5-packs that I wish had been released were shown off at JoeCon during the Rise of Cobra years. One set featured Destro and the Iron Grenadiers. I would have loved to army build those figures. The IGs were eventually released through the club, but Destro never made it out, so I made my own. It is a simple custom. I used the 50th head (I prefer it) instead of the movie one, but otherwise stuck close to original concept.

Head: 50th Destro
Legs: 25th IG Destro
Torso, arms, holster: ROC Destro

280-CUSTOMS · 05-24-2025, 03:24 PM

I like it and I don’t mind that head @ all especially on that body it looks better than when we got it stock years ago I liked the head before but IMO it didn’t fit the body it was on , I kind of miss the 4” ME figs but the 6 Scale has won me over ..

It is nice I like the browns maybe a little earth shade to make the browns pop a bit ..

Ponygt50 · 05-25-2025, 12:38 PM

Excellent Destro!

AxonRey · 05-25-2025, 01:10 PM

That’s pretty damn cool

CrazyLegs44 · 05-26-2025, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by 280-CUSTOMS

I like it and I don?t mind that head @ all especially on that body it looks better than when we got it stock years ago I liked the head before but IMO it didn?t fit the body it was on , I kind of miss the 4? ME figs but the 6 Scale has won me over ..

It is nice I like the browns maybe a little earth shade to make the browns pop a bit ..

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Originally Posted by Ponygt50

Excellent Destro!

Quote:

Originally Posted by AxonRey

That?s pretty damn cool

Thank you gentlemen.

MTN · 06-08-2025, 05:55 PM

This Destro is great! I love the parts used and the outfit he has is so well suited for the character. I'm curious about this joecon 5 pack. Is there a link you could share for reference?

zbs · 06-08-2025, 06:57 PM

Love this Destro. Great wok all around

MTN I believe he is talking about this. It’s in the Hispano archives. Simple google search for this will take you there
Rise Of Cobra Howler And Hasbro Archive Images - Additional Images

Mr Hebime · 06-08-2025, 08:04 PM

He looks amazing! You made a great choice with that head sculpt, it's one of my favorites.

shishi · 06-09-2025, 01:59 PM

I really like this.

Clockwise · 06-10-2025, 06:30 AM

Great mix of parts, makes for a grounded look with a touch of outlandish.

05-24-2025, 02:36 PM	#1
CrazyLegs44 Cobra Viper Join Date: Sep 2024 Location: The Pit Posts: 119	I have always love seeing prototypes and learning about unreleased figures. A couple of 5-packs that I wish had been released were shown off at JoeCon during the Rise of Cobra years. One set featured Destro and the Iron Grenadiers. I would have loved to army build those figures. The IGs were eventually released through the club, but Destro never made it out, so I made my own. It is a simple custom. I used the 50th head (I prefer it) instead of the movie one, but otherwise stuck close to original concept. Head: 50th Destro Legs: 25th IG Destro Torso, arms, holster: ROC Destro Attached Images

05-24-2025, 03:24 PM	#2
280-CUSTOMS Desecrator of toys Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Back in the BUS until further notice Posts: 6,433	I like it and I don’t mind that head @ all especially on that body it looks better than when we got it stock years ago I liked the head before but IMO it didn’t fit the body it was on , I kind of miss the 4” ME figs but the 6 Scale has won me over .. It is nice I like the browns maybe a little earth shade to make the browns pop a bit .. __________________ BST http://www.hisstank.com/forum/g-i-jo...-s-t-list.html FEEDBACK http://www.hisstank.com/forum/buy-se...eedback-4.html Check it out and add to what isn?t shown already classified parts compatibility list https://www.hisstank.com/forum/g-i-j...ty-thread.html

05-25-2025, 01:10 PM	#4
AxonRey A Cimmerian Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Mountain of Power Posts: 11,997	That’s pretty damn cool __________________ AxonRey’s Servicable Customs (perpetually under construction): http://www.hisstank.com/forum/g-i-jo...masterhub.html Customizer’s Water Cooler (All Purpose Custom Talk): http://www.hisstank.com/forum/g-i-jo...ml#post5316347 BST: https://www.hisstank.com/forum/g-i-j...rey-b-s-t.html

06-08-2025, 08:04 PM	#8
Mr Hebime Joe Gramps aka Mr H Join Date: May 2012 Location: NJ ▬▬ι═══════ﺤ Posts: 17,272	He looks amazing! You made a great choice with that head sculpt, it's one of my favorites. __________________ Feedback BST Collection

06-10-2025, 06:30 AM	#10
Clockwise Crimson Guard Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: midwest Posts: 4,002	Great mix of parts, makes for a grounded look with a touch of outlandish. __________________ https://www.figurerealm.com/customfi...eator&id=58103

06-09-2025, 01:59 PM	#9
shishi Shabba Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: England Posts: 1,434	I really like this.

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