Tom Scherman mastered the creation of Nautilus models. The great Ray Bradbury posessed one of Tom's models and displayed it on his desk at the opening of his TV show.
Many Nautilus collectible models were released since Tom passed away but the biggest one available for everyone in a collector's edition is for sure the eFX Nautilus replica that was designed by Scott Brodeen and which will be released in Summer 2010.
Visitors of the 2009 Comicon and D23 Expo had a preview of it and were amazed by this new and gorgeous 4 foot long Nautilus replica produced by eFX, and now eFX is taking pre-orders for this highly awaited replica. The pictures of this article are official pictures from eFX, but two things will change - for the better - in the final version: First, the battery box with a cable that you can see under the Nautilus - needed for the lights inside the submarine - will be located inside the Nautilus. Also, there will be a new design for the stand inspired by an architecture element of Nemo's Grand Salon.
Price of this beautiful replica is $1799. This total can be paid in four installments; you'll get all details on the eFX web site.
Below is the press release with all details on this "ultimate" Nautilus replica. You can see additional pictures shoot at D23 Expo by Andy Castro HERE. And also on the eFX web site great pictures of the making-of by Scott Brodeen.
BURBANK, Calif. (December 7, 2009) – Disney fans will soon be able to add an element of epic adventure to their collections as eFX Inc. begins accepting orders at www.efxcollectibles.com for its eye-popping, four-foot replica of Captain Nemo’s Nautilus, inspired by Disney’s 1954 live-action version of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea.
Shipping is anticipated to take place in spring 2010 for the Nautilus, the first of three incredible replicas offered in eFX’s new Disney line. The Nautilus is priced at $1,799, and payments can be made in four installments. Full ordering and shipping details are available at www.efxcollectibles.com.
This four-foot replica of the Nautilus offers features not incorporated in any previous model of the iconic submarine. Produced at approximately 1/45th scale, the replica features finely detailed interior views of the wheelhouse and Capt. Nemo’s salon, as well as LED lights to illuminate those rooms as well as the circular salon observation window.
In addition to a removable skiff, the Nautilus incorporates a freely rotating propeller and pivoting rudder, and includes a custom display stand. Each Nautilus will have a numbered plaque and certificate of authenticity, and production will be strictly limited to 500 pieces worldwide.
“The feedback we received when we previewed on this Nautilus at Comic-Con and the D23 Expo was fantastic, and we’ve many inquiries asking when fans could order these new Disney collectibles, so we’re really happy to be entering the production phase,” said Bryan Ono, president of eFX Inc. Orders for eFX’s Nautilus can be placed at www.efxcollectibles.com. For complete details of the products, the ordering process and shipping information, visit the eFX Inc. website.
Pictures: copyright eFX collectibles or Andy Castro
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