From the shape of the box I thought it was a huge Toblerone, but it was almost as good.
As mentioned here previously (and in the QMx Insider newsletter) a stand for the Mal Stunt Pistol replica is now available, and it’s pretty cool. The official description is:
The stand consists of three components: a black lucite base measuring 16.5? x 4? and two clear lucite risers – the front one measuring 5.25? x 2?, the rear one measuring 4? x 2?. The crystal risers give the pistol a floating effect and ensure that no part of the pistol touches the base. And we’ve add a metal plaque declaring you are the proud owner of the Malcolm Reynolds Stunt Pistol replica, for which this stand was specially designed.
Unofficially, it’s a simple and elegant stand that puts all the attention where it belongs, on the pistol. It’s suitably sturdy and easy to assemble. Except… I was thrown a bit by the cardboard paper protection on the base itself – it’s applied so carefully that I didn’t realize it was supposed to be removed till I saw a comment in the other post. It does come off, honest.
Pictured above is the stand in place on my computer desk shelf. Also pictured is the nameplate QMx got signed by Nathan Fillion at one of the Serenity cons last year. It’s not included with the stand. It’s mine. Nyah.
Updated: Well, I was going to tell you to hurry and order yours cuz they’re only making 100 of them… and Andy Gore posted the comment below. They already sold ’em all. In a day. So if you still want one, post a comment below and let him know!
Hey Chris, glad you got yours cause, um, they all sold out. Completely. In about 24 hours.
So, what do folks think – we need to make more?
I just got mine the other day too. It’s awesome. QMx definitely has to make more of these. I’m sure anyone who buys the pistol replica will want one of these stands to go with it…especially at such a good price!!!!
I got one for my dad’s birthday to go with the pistol I got him for xmas. I just talked to him today and he says it’s very nice and well-constructed. Now, dear QMx, please make a lucite cover to sit over top of this so my dad doesn’t have to make one! 🙂
Yes Andy, make more. Everyone that bought the Pistol will want this stand. I was finally able to take it out of the box and display it properly. The stand is sturdy, well designed and looks incredible. Also, you can switch the uprights so you can display the pistol facing in either direction. The two tiered base almost looks like it was designed for a future cover.
Another winner from QMx! Keep up the good work and keep em coming.
jim
I wouldn’t mind QMx releasing a holdster for the Mal Pistol either. 😉
Nice stand, but the clear risers on mine tilt noticeably, no matter how they are inserted. I will have to glue them into the upright position. I know the stand was only $35 shipped, but still, it’s a bit disappointing. Has anyone else noticed if their risers tilt any?
My risers do not tilt.
Hi Keelhauler – all the test units I inspected were rigid, so it sounds like you might have gotten a bad one. If you’re at all unhappy we’ll be happy to replace it or refund your money (actually, might be a while before we can replace it as we got completely cleaned out during the promotion.)
Jim – thanks! But it was the input of Browncoats (particularly those who responded to the Dec. survey) that really brought the stand to the next level.
Cyantre – well, here’s the thing on holsters – making one good enough quality is just too expensive right now. As you may know, we developed a pattern and got a manufacturing partner all set-up. But to make something really nice (like a real, professional holster) and totally screen-accurate would have put the price around $200. And based on the survey we put out in November, most people didn’t want to spend more than $100. That was just too big a price delta for us to leap.
However, don’t lose hope. We’re continuing to work on pricing and may be able to work something out for a super high-end “special edition”. It’ll be pricey, but at least we can get a small quantity of something extremely shiny out there for those who must have the best.
I’d like to see more made, since they sold out before I even so much as read the email 😉
How’d you get the top surface to be black? Is the wood looking surface peel off or something? Mine doesn’t appear to be but I could be a complete fool.
It takes some doing. As I said, I didn’t realize it came off until I saw a comment from someone who did it. The cardboard/wood-looking thing peels off, you have to catch the edge or corner with a fingernail and work it off. Once you get it started it peels easily enough, and the surface underneath is black and shiny.
Definately make more!
Keel, I’m sorry you are having trouble. I just checked mine and the risers fit quite snuggly into their slots.
I would recommend using a couple layers of clear cellophane tape on the sides of the risers to give them a tighter fit. Cut the tape narrow enough that it doesn’t show when they are installed back into the slots. I wouldn’t glue them just in case you want take it apart at some later date for storage.
Andy, I am considering returning it for a replacement, but I’m not to keen on waiting an unspecified amount of time. So, I am also still debating on attempting a fix. I think the stand is quite shiny, and would like to keep it – if I can get the risers straight, of course. Anyway, I’m guessing from the sellout response you’ve had with these, that there will be more in the near future!?!?
Jim, Thanks for the tip! I’d really rather not glue them, because as you said I may want to dismantle it for storage or something. But tape may not be enough. The risers do fit pretty snuggly, but they tilt. When I hold them straight with my fingers, there is significant pressure required to it. So, I’m not sure tape will do the trick. I guess it’s worth a shot though. I’ve looked closely at the slots and risers and can’t see why they would be tilting. It is very odd!
Thanks all!!
I did not realize this was available! Please make more!!
Yes, please make more! I haven’t had the chance to buy the pistol yet, but when I do I would love to buy the stand along with it!
Glad I got one when I did. Looks great. Just need another for the other pistol I got so PLEASE Make More.
Thanks
YES — please make more. I have the QMX Mal Pistol and didn’t know that the stands had sold out so quickly.