Iron Man Gets Birthday Surprise!

28 novembre 2007 Non Par Comic Box

ironman0.jpg(Conyers, GA- November 28, 2007) Museum Replicas Limited announced today, that their premium Classic Iron Man replica helmets will ship the end of November.  Two helmets, one in brass plated steel and the other in nickel plated steel, are preserving the costume of the original Iron Man from the characters first appearance in Marvel Comics’ Tales of Suspense #39.  The nickel helmet is being limited to 1,463 pieces while the brass helmet’s run is 500 pieces, so their combined total is 1963, the year of Iron Man’s first appearance. 

ironman2.jpgParamount Pictures will be bringing the adventures of Iron Man to movie theatre screens in May of 2008 with actor Robert Downey Jr. portraying billionaire playboy Tony Stark.  “As Hollywood delves into the comic book world more and more, we are seeing new fans take an interest in the comic books from which these movies are based and the original fans are revisiting the books that first stole their imaginations,” mused Museum Replicas’ Director of New Products, Dave DiPietro.  “The quality of these helmets will not disappoint any Iron Man fan.”
ironman1.jpgEach helmet has been hand made of steel, then richly plated, giving them the look, weight and the feel of what this metal superhero would wear. Costume aficionados will also enjoy the attention to detail from the padded interior to the adjustable liner, allowing for a comfortable fit. Every helmet comes with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity and full metal display stand with name plate. Wholesalers can place an order by calling 800-241-3664 ext. 49 and consumers can place their order by visiting www.windlassstudios.com .
About Marvel Entertainment, Inc.

With a library of over 5,000 characters, Marvel Entertainment Inc. is one of the world’s most prominent character-based entertainment companies. Marvel’s operations are focused on utilizing its character franchises in licensing, entertainment, publishing and toys. Areas of emphasis include feature films, DVD/home video, consumer products, video games, action figures and role-playing toys, television and promotions. Rooted in the creative success of over sixty years of comic book publishing, Marvel’s strategy is to leverage its character franchises in a growing array of opportunities around the world. More information about Marvel can be found on the company’s World Wide Web site, which is located at marvel.com (http://www.marvel.com).

About Museum Replicas/Atlanta Cutlery: Vision, historical accuracy, and quality are the bonds that make up the two companies, owned by renowned swordmaker, Windlass Steelcrafts. With Atlanta Cutlery formed in 1971
and Museum Replicas formed in 1985, these two companies have devoted decadesof research, design, and craftsmanship to creating historical swords & weapons,elegant jewelry, period clothing, and other assorted products that makes a purchase the equivalent to stepping back in time. With the inception of Windlass Studios in 2007, customers can reach beyond the past and into a future of licensed properties including Frank Miller’s 300, Wheel of Time, Forgotten Realms, G.I. Joe and many others.

Museum Replicas/Atlanta Cutlery- “One Company – Many Worlds”


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