Upon first inspection, I was surprised by just how large the mask was.
The packaging keeps the mask and base as two separate pieces to avoid damage during shipping. Their new approach gives a better first impression, but, more importantly, having recently moved to a new home, the additional box makes it easier to relocate your pieces and ensure their safety. They have given us a look at the new mask and it is a worthy addition to any Predator fan's collection.Īs someone who owns Sideshow's 1:1 busts from Alien and Aliens that didn't come with the custom-designed boxes, I'm really enjoying the new box design they've been including with their larger pieces. Sideshow Collectibles has produced more than a dozen collectibles based on the Predator franchise and their most recent release is the expertly crafted 1:1 replica of the mask from the 1987 movie. What initially sold audiences on this creature from another world was its high-tech gear that was highlighted by the now-iconic hunting mask. While the Predator's trademark set of mandibles may be the first thing people think of when visualizing the alien hunter, it wasn't until the very end of the first film that his face is revealed.
