Each week we take a close look at a comic book collectible. That means taking it out of the package. Even though we just looked at the Superman Sixth Scale figure from Sideshow Collectibles a few days ago, we're going to look at another amazing figure, Captain America and Steve Rogers Sixth Scale figure set from Hot Toys.
This is an amazing set. There's actually two full figures. That means it's going to cost you more than the average figure from Sideshow Collectibles. It's available for preorder right now HERE.
This isn't the first time I've looked at sixth scale Captain America figures. Over the summer we looked at the Golden Age costume version from The Winter Soldier (you can see the video and images HERE) and the figure from Captain America: The First Avenger (HERE).
The Captain America figure comes in his stealth S.T.R.I.K.E. suit from when he was working with S.H.I.E.L.D.
It looked great in the movie and makes another great Cap figure. The detail in the costume and stitching is simply amazing.
It's a new figure so of course it has a new head sculpt. There's so much going on in the suit even if a lot of the details are subtle. If you've watched the video at the top of the page, you've seen the close details with his pants, pockets, and so on.
The figures come with their own stands but it's always nice to see them able to stand without one.
There's a tiny S.H.I.E.L.D. emblem on his right shoulder and, if you want, you can put a little hook on his back to place his shield back there.
He also comes with a little handcuff like they tried putting on him in the movie.
Then there's the Steve Rogers figure.
I think I might like this one a little better. He comes with the scratched up shield and a helmet he can hold (it won't go on his head.
I think what impresses me more is the details in his street clothes. His jacket has a zipper. The jeans look worn and not like they were just made for the figure. There's a lot of nice touches like the belt buckle and boots.
This figure also has a little more movability. The S.T.R.I.K.E. suit is a little thicker and it's a little harder to move his arms up compared to this one.
We also looked at the Winter Soldier figure (video and images HERE). They look pretty great together.
This figure also has a longer neck joint. It goes deep into the figure. This prevents any seams from showing at his neck or jawline. You can even inter-change the heads if you want Cap in costume but without his helmet.
Where does that leave the Steve Rogers figure? You could always put the helmeted version on him.
As you can see in the video and some of these pics, there are several different hands. This allows you to put the figures in many different positions or situations.
You can compare these Cap figures to the past ones.
I do think each time the figure somehow keeps getting better.
As mentioned above, the figure is now available for preorder. Click on the link for more information and some more pics:
The two figures will cost you $339.99. That's not bad considering the Winter Soldier figure was $239.99 on his own (but did come with a ton of weapons and accessories) and the Golden Age Cap was $209.99.
I shouldn't have to tell you by now but the Hot Toys and Sideshow Collectibles figures are truly amazing. These are figures you can proudly display. This article may have "toys" in the title but clearly these are not toys. At the same time, there is so much articulation and accessories, you can almost play around with how you want to position them. That's what makes them more fun than a statue.
With the gift-giving/receiving holiday almost upon us, it's not too late to consider this set. It won't ship until January but, again, you can preorder now (before it sells out). Visit Sideshow Collectibles to check out what else they have. Of course a big thanks to Sideshow for letting us get our hands on these figures early. Let us know what you think of them.