New 52: Green Arrow ArtFX+ Statue

This is part of the ongoing series being produced by Kotobukiya.  If you haven't had a chance to look at any of the others, I would definitely recommend that you go back and take a look.  As I have already mentioned, I have already picked up Aquaman and the Flash.  The next one on my list is the Green Arrow.

Specs
Distributor: DC Direct
Sculptor: Atelier Bamboo

Height: 7.5”
Available: November 2014
Price: $59.99

Pros
As I tend to prefer simplified, I'm sticking to some bullets:

• Pricing.  This entire series has been the perfect price.  For beginners, budget conscious, or someone considering having the entire DC universe.   The price on this one makes it an easy to have.
• The sculpting, colors, and even the pose are spot on.  Similar to Aquaman, this is simply a pretty piece.  One of my favorite parts of the sculpture is the bow.   NICE!
• He still has an Errol Flynn look to him, with the updated look of wearing the hood.

Cons

While it is an awesome stand alone piece, he still does look better with the collection.  Other than that, I couldn't really see a con to getting him.

Recommendation:  HOT BUY!

From price, to the sculpting and colors, this is a beautiful piece.  I have a very good feeling that he will be sitting on my desk.  Finally, whether you realize it or not, Errol Flynn (who was before my time) was still cool.

Heroes of the DC Universe: Green Arrow

The next bust in the Heroes of the DC Universe is the Green Arrow, and with this Bust, I know that DC is going to be creating their entire universe in bust format.

Pro - You could end up with one of everyone; which is totally awesome.
Con - Not all of them are worth collecting.

Produced By: DC Direct
Designed By Carlos Pacheco
Sculpted By Jean ST
Dimensions 8.25"H x 7.25"W x 3D
Type: Cold-Cast Porcelain Bust
Edition Size: Limited Edition
Ship Date: November 2009
Estimated Price: $70.00
Sale Price Here: $54.99

Zimm's Two Cents
These busts continue to excite me. I am seeing different characters, decent pricing, and items that I could easily add to my collection.

Points In Favor:

• Good pose for a the bust.
• Colors are vibrant
• I actually like the sculpting. I'm going to have to look for some of Jean ST's other work.
  
• Base incorporates the various types of arrows that GA uses
• The pricing isn't that bad if you can get it on sale.
  

Points Against:

• Skin tone looks a little bit off - but that could be due to the porcelain.

Recommendation: BUY - especially if you want to start collecting more of the DC Universe characters. Also, one would a good match to the Green Lantern - if you don't mind paying for GL. (I wasn't that thrilled with GL).

Robert's Two Cents
While many of these have been hit or miss. This one looks like a hit.

Points In Favor:

• Great paint job.
• Good posing. I'd probably prefer he wasn't aiming upwards though.
  
• Really not so much a bust as a statue without legs.
  
• The bases on most of these reflect the character.
  

Points Against:

• Would prefer the Mike Grell costume.
  

Recommendation: BUY - It's a nice piece. I've been impressed with some of the busts in this series, including the Aquaman.