Battlestar Galactica Fan-Made Figure Scale Colonial Viper!

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WHOA! A 42-year-old Mattel blunder is redeemed BY A FAN! The Battlestar Galactica Colonial Viper toy that actually FITS the vintage figures!!!!
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[@J-T-A]

My laptop screen cannot contain Michael's enthusiasm for this.

[@stevenmoens8047]

Don’t ever apologize for passion mate.

[@AnalogToys]

You're enthusiasm is infectious and I can see why, what an incredible toy. Thank you for bringing this to our attention Michael.

[@IsaiahAmos017]

he kind of reminds me of that KZbin video of that kid opening up that in 64 and being super excited

[@KiLDELTA]

Fans are saving the culture, nicely done recreation by Robert. He can definitely win over other fans

[@jingizu149]

This is awesome. I really respect that he didn't make a screen accurate upscaled Viper, but a toy accurate upscaled Viper. The nostalgia kick is incredible.

[@Heavymetalrille]

The fans are doing the best work, because they care for all the right reasons. I loved seeing this, there is so much that can be done, so much potential and possibilities to explore.

[@tubeviewerX20]

The licensed toy makers had their chance years ago, and some of them blew it. So did some of the modern releases for collectors. But thanks to available technology, now it’s the fans’ turn. Bravo.

[@nathanabrams765]

I remember getting the Han Solo stormtrooper from kenner, through froot loops proof of purchase

[@dustycrosley486]

This just made my evening. I am in total AWE right now and I soooooo feel your pure enthusiasm for this gem of a toy. Incredible...

[@luisg.407]

Thats so badass that you got that. I cant believe how visually satisfied I was at seeing Starbuck with his vehicle next to Luke Skywalker and Buck Rogers. Its like the Starbuck figure looked happier. Haha

[@mavrck19]

You had me at functioning missile launcher. Truly amazing.

[@ScottSerkland]

If only the Cylon figure could sit down so we could get a to-scale Raider.

[@Bather12]

He's doing that right now

[@mrBaronvongunn]

YES to everything Michael has said and laid out! The industry is so far behind from where the fans and consumers are at now! They are almost clueless.

[@ericthompson3641]

I grew up in the 80s everytime I watch your videos it's like I relive my childhood all over again thank you for what you do!!!

[@rebeccacooper4816]

I'm a kid but I love doctor who, thunderbird, star trek, Blake's 7 and captain Scarlett!!

[@williamcurry4868]

This is so awesome, and cannot believe Mattel drooped the ball so badly, when ever Mego recognized what they missed out on. Great to see this, and hope to find it someday for my Adama figure. Now if we could only get a Battlestar Galactica ship itself, as they advertised but never made it.

[@funnypicturescomics]

Loved every second of Michael's enthusiasm in this video. I grinned from ear to ear the entire 20 minutes.

[@AC-gb7do]

I have waited for anything from original BSG for a while, so thank you for this Michael! How can we get this Viper? Will there be a Cylon raider as well?

[@sneakyskunk1]

That Viper is a thing of beauty. BATTLESTAR GALACTICA fans must be over the moon about this news! Nice to see fans like Michael finally getting a piece they must have waited years for. This video was very fun!

[@stevegt2682]

I went to Toys R Us as a kid to get a Viper and a Raider.They had one Raider left and as I waited on line to buy it I realized the box had been opened and the mini figure was gone.Regrettably put it back and never saw another.The one that got away.

[@gazz_N7]

I used to make Vipers out of Legos! It's great to see that someone created this.

[@IsaiahAmos017]

cardboard glue and paint I can’t tell you how many XWing and speeders I have made out of cardboard

[@waltervanwinkle6725]

I just ordered one! Thank you retroblasting!! You just made a longtime wish come true!!

[@bdaspny]

Awesome review! Glad to see your excitement. This viper is going on the must have list!

[@MichaelJShaffer]

FULLY FUNCTIONAL!!! Great review, great product and points all around.

[@WyldstaarStudios]

When I see amazing stuff like this Viper, I can't help but wonder what 3D printers are going to be capable of in another ten years. The potential is near limitless. Want a Gunstar from The Last Starfighter that you kept waiting to see at Toys R US, but never materialized? Wait no more! The Phantom Cruiser from Space Ghost? Done! Just buy the pattern online and some time on a printer, and you're set.

[@danlower7834]

A Gunstar would be amazing!!!

[@daleeden1324]

Sir I know that you have done the Cylon Raider and the land ramp one vehicle out of all Battlestar Galactica I want you have in your friend made is there any way that he can make one for me because I have been trying ever since the show began and I saw it way back when I was about two maybe three years old I've always wanted a toy sniper because I love the show and I love the way the ship looks so if you please help a fellow fan collection finishes collection of cool and badass spaceships

[@Riceball01]

3D printers can already make amazing prints these days, check out the RPF to see what people are doing with their 3D printers. There are also 3D printers that can print with far less noticeable to no lines, but these are high resolution printers and are usually too expensive for the average hobbyist.

[@WyldstaarStudios]

@@Riceball01 Yes, modern 3D printers can make amazing things already, but only for people with a lot of expertise working with these machines. Computers were capable of all sorts of things in the 70's and 80's, but it wasn't until the time came when they became easy to use for the average person that they came into common usage. That day hasn't arrived for 3D printers yet, but it will. The sooner the better.

[@trentrolfingsmeier]

The Viper in scale with the figures really does make the vintage collection feel complete. Looking forward to your next suprise video.

[@jjojo2004]

I NEED THIS IN MY LIFE!! Awesome Viper!!

[@fatdaddyeddiejr]

I miss going to Toys R Us and walking down the toy aisles. You had Star Wars, Buck Rodgers, Battlestar Galactica, G.I. Joe, Transformers and later Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The late 70's to late 80's was the golden age for toys for boys.

[@TheRanblingjohnny]

"There’s not a ding or a scratch on it. It’s got the same tail number as the one she flew out on. But I’ve been fixing up that old bird since day one, and this thing looks like it’s been rolled off the showroom floor."

[@edjoshlyn448]

As always excellent video thank you. I can recall conversations as a kid about what we would play and it always turned away from BG because of the disconnect between the ships and figures.

[@beatrixwickson8477]

Thank you so much for showing the three ships together at 16:30 I feel like part of my childhood was healed that I didn't realize was still hurting.

[@jerryparks3706]

I appreciate you guys so much! You always put out such high quality videos every time! Thank you for remaining awesome!

[@rameybutler6555]

It makes me feel good when michael is this happy. Great video. 2 thumbs way up.

[@anthonywhitehead5576]

Wow!! That's amazing... I still have all of my Battlestar Galactica figures... Michael you are correct I need this... another great video... Thank you RetroBlasting.

[@portland-182]

Your enthusiasm and joy, makes me happy. The viper looks spot on with the X-Wing, and the Thunderfighter. If it was slightly more yellow you'd never know...

[@timothyjohnholmes3738]

Nice one Michael 👌 thanks for reviewing this gem

[@cmshazam3785]

Love what you and other fans do! Love it man

[@daschyt2225]

Beautiful work Robert & congratulations Michael!

[@arctrooper999]

That Viper is totally awesome! If Mattel made that back in the day I would have begged for it to use with my Star Wars collection. Man imagine Luke's X-wing gets shot down by Vader's TIE and General Madine is like "ok send out our secret weapon" bam Viper! And Madine's figure had something to do!

[@Batdude39]

This is one of the greatest toys I've ever seen. OMG that will indeed fill the void on my BSG shelf! I sent you an email and hope I don't miss out! Thank you so much for bringing this beauty to light!

[@ThatBrownBat777]

Hard to believe that there are still retro fans out there that haven't heard of RetroBlasting.

[@sidemachine]

Hello, Michael! I just wanted to thank you very kindly for posting this video. I came across it almost 3 weeks ago and it launched me into a HUGE nostalgic Battlestar Galactica kick since. Binged ALL the classic BSG episodes (and Galactica 1980 - please don't hate me for that). It's been quite a ride. And it's not over yet. I'm still enjoying this stroll down memory lane AND learning new things as I go along. In any case, you have my gratitude.

[@zabu7912]

Mike's enthusiasm is awesome. I want one now!

[@Geerladenlad]

I had a gold Cylon and a regular silver Cylon action figure. My brother had a Colonial Viper model and my other brother had a Cylon fighter model. I told him that the Cylon fighter model look like the Cookie crisp. Someone needs to do this for the Galaxy Rangers toy line.

[@deadlyraver4454]

ROTFLMFAO!! I said the SAME thing when I was little!! I had half a box of Cookie Crisp spread out on the table one day making a cylon invasion.

[@daverage4729]

Stunning bit of work. My hat off to Robert for the quality.

[@WilliamTheMovieFan]

I can’t fault your enthusiasm, that thing is nice!

[@drvnwolfwolfie1377]

Just like to say THANK YOU for being so honest and passionate about your reviews. I have never enjoyed watching reviews as much as I love watching yours. VERY RARELY do I actually disagree with you on anything, and the ones I have had issues with are more about a slightly askew view on the topic. However, it has not been a major issue for me. There have been times and videos I wish I could have been able to sit down and have a discussion on a topic, an honest discussion on a different point of view, not an argument like it seems most want to do. I hope you can keep this channel going and Growing, For those that LOVE collecting.

[@LightOfReason7]

The fans do the best work because they LOVE what they are doing!!

[@silverwolf8972]

Wow! I ordered mine after seeing your video. BANG ON REVIEW! My Viper came very quickly and it was packed superbly. Well worth the cost and the short wait. Love your channel and the honest opinions good and bad.👍

[@rjholman8034]

Love your work as always RB.

[@brycevo]

The fans are doing the best work. This is so awesome

[@stephenlozano2816]

That’s incredible!! Well done 👍🏼

[@jasoncaldwell8199]

I love seeing you so happy and positive about a subject! Fans are indeed the future and many subjects are possible with 3D printing. Personally, I want a Gunstar 1 in this scale!

[@xtroyboy7338]

THERE ARE THOSE OF US WHO BELIEVE! JUST AWESOME, AWESOME, AWESOME.... THNKS ROBERT😲😲😲😀😀😀♥️♥️♥️

[@markniemann2807]

your excitement is infectious, Love it!!

[@thorshammer8033]

Love your enthusiasm.

[@HansZarkovPhD]

I had one of these when I was a kid. Brings back memories.

[@ProBreakers]

Great content! Always love your stuff.

[@shifty0212]

Made an order this morning! Can't WAIT to add it to my Viper collection!!!

[@earthmanbrick]

Great video, man. Really like your hype for this model.

[@marcgordon3462]

That is a amazing piece.....your right fans are doing the best work

[@MRaadesign]

I agree with you 110%. The fans are making the stuff that we want. This REALLY started back in the mid 90's with the Resin Garage Kit hobby. Which sprang from the 60's monster kids collecting the Aurora monster model kits. I personally have been making repro vinyl decals for many toylines for the last 15 + years. Love you vids!

[@markgarrard2910]

it looks super cool. plus i love how it's half praise and half rant

[@TheFree2last1]

I love those fan made toys, and Battlestar Galactica never looked better than this. RB I adore You for showing this kind of fan made toys. So cool.

[@genesanford9412]

That ship is BADASS ! i cant believe how tight that thing is.Extra creds for the sweet vintage ships. Your right ,corporations aren't artists ,or collectors,why let them control the scene.Power to new blood ,and less greed.I see hella figs lately ,& say ," finally ,someone made this fig !"

[@retrogaminghippie3720]

Retro gaming hippie approves! Love all your work that I have seen. I now need to go find this and a raider. I have the old ones that fire of course and love the line/show. I recently saw a vintage remote control cyclon raider at a local toy shop. Never knew that even existed.

[@georgelea4297]

That is a work of art Michael

[@michaelthomas5433]

This is simply frigging amazing!

[@CuteFluff8]

Gorgeous work!!

[@christopherulichney]

That missile appears to be un-swallowable too. That one ups Mattel. So when are we getting the 2 part Battlestar Galactica review now?

[@YourUncleBenis]

"Unswallowable." Challenge accepted.

[@johnr7279]

Ha ha ha ha! But in all seriousness, I see what you mean. Un-swallow-able enough to hopefully sell in the current litigious retail environment!

[@kaaawasakiproductions]

I just want to thank you for this video. I bought 4!!!! The fans are doing it the best!! Because of you, I found about Robert and I was more than happy to support him. Thank you. Keep up the great work!! Aloha!!

[@retroblasting]

Hope you enjoy your Vipers!

[@kaaawasakiproductions]

@@retroblasting I decided to come back and revisit this video. Dude! Its great seeing you excited about this product. Its infectious. Makes me want to go buy more. LOL. I put Roberts Etsy site info on the video I released this week. I hope it helps to get more fans to him like you did for me. Please forgive me, and I fan boy out. I FRAKKING LOVE MY VIPER!!!!! It was the best gift that I gave out for Christmas last year! I'm so glad to have one for myself. So I wanted to thank you again for making this great video!! I hope all is well in your world. ALOHA!!!!! IMUA RetroBlasting!!!!

[@drozwalker9]

Amazing things can happen when it is put in the hands of fans. This is a fantastic custom creation. I have wanted to see a Colonial Viper toy on this scale for a very long time.

[@samanthaadams619]

That is nice! =D I would have loved something like this back in the day.

[@MrAlexEart]

Everything you stated was spot on awesome!

[@waltercoon2103]

I agree with you on everything that you said that toy companies don't know what their customers want all they care about is the bottom line and it's awesome that fans of the various franchises know what fans want and that's what they give and I appreciate what they do and I hope to see more because that is the future toy companies will eventually have to submit to these fan-based companies or whatever because it's not how much money you make it's the quality of the toys that you create that brings back memories very cherish memories of a childhood that you enjoyed

[@jasonfox2620]

Patiently awaiting mine. I ordered mine “all” grey including the engine with the orange “Pegasus” decals. Can’t wait to see how it looks.

[@chickenbouilloncube7038]

Spottedfeather read the video description

[@chickenbouilloncube7038]

@@Spottedfeather Idk how to myself, but email Retroblasting, like it says

[@Michael_Johnson_5446]

If 3D printer-ownership becomes ubiquitous, it could revolutionise the toy industry. Consumers could purchase the designs online and print them at home. No tooling, shipping or warehousing; no restrictions on what toys to make; no exploitation of workers; no loss for failed movies or trend changes; an ever-expanding catalogue.

[@AL-ws5yi]

I’ve never watched BattleStar Galactica. But it’s fun to watch you enthusiastically review this vehicle.

[@JameSSpeedCo]

I share ur enthusiasm! Great video!

[@mechamanblade8465]

That is a beautiful peice. Just by looking at the thumbnail, I thought it was a vintage Colonial Viper.

[@dwightgrant6360]

Enjoyed the series. This is supper cool.

[@markmartinez2933]

Man that is one hell of a squadron with all those fighters lined up like that! Quite the sweet toy really wish something like that was around in those times of yore.

[@craigdixon6496]

That is an awesome Viper! I would ask my parents to buy me one and would have enjoy hours of play time back in the day with it! Robert did an incredible job!

[@GregorySesma]

Congratulations!!

[@johnr7279]

Looks pretty amazing. "I don't want one" said no viewer ever!

[@dthbllz]

The excitement level is locked ,loaded, and Fully functional!!!

[@jime6688]

Already got Robert’s Cylon Raider. Hope to get the Viper next paycheck. Thanks for doing the vids Michael. This is how I discovered these.

[@afterwit3620]

I completely get the enthusiasm. I had several figures and one vehicle, but it was that weird modular Colonial Stellar Probe. It could come so close to resembling a Viper that it only ended up frustrating me. Young me would have floated home from the store if this would have been available when I got that Probe. Excellent video.

[@garyshaller8294]

Gorgeous product!

[@marcusdarkallius1194BC]

Im over 50 and i still collect action figures! I enjoy customizing my figures and display them. I don't collect for money tho. I collect cause i love the old retro figures. I take my figures out of their packaging and actually play with them.

[@drfaireborn1582]

Hey Michael. I never got into Battlestar, but your joy lifted my spirits. And I was bummed NC Toycon was cancelled, but hope to see you and others at Joefest.

[@borderline_normie]

"...giddy as a schoolboy." Elsa from Indy and The Last Crusade describing Michael ;)

[@brent1975]

That is Awesome 😀 Thank you for the review

[@Christolclear101]

I remember coming across a vintage Viper at a flea market and thought “this looks cool, but it’s too small for my liking”, and seeing this has me saying “woah, now THAT’S what I’m talking about!” Definitely a stand out piece in any respectable collection!

[@toymatt]

Excited Michael is awesome. I really miss being able go to a retailer and pick up a toy that I want.

[@jimkuna8687]

It's nice to see you happy and yes I think fans are the new toy builders I'm having my friend 3d print me a 18 inch alien so il see how it comes out the channel is so fun to watch a learn about all the different toy lines ohh or doctor out fit as perfect I grew up on tom baker my favorite doctor. Ohh loved the pod casts melinda is a true metal head. I liked the same music she did and still do.

[@skabcat242]

Wow.They totally nailed the vintage look on that vehicle.

[@dial3]

I remember puzzling over the scale of the originals... my neighbour had both ships. This is an amazing achievement, seriously looks perfect!!!

[@monsterzero8805]

Just ordered mine damn this is a dream come true

[@cerethpainting6606]

I think Matell was swallowing one too many missiles in those days. This was a great video and I love when you find something cool like this. BTW, look out, or that KZbin troll will say there is no Robert and your trying to sell Colonial Vipers! Lol