Popeye & Bluto
Stormy Seas Ahead Deluxe
- Property:
- Popeye
- MSRP:
- $165.00
- Pre-Order Date:
- Dec 11, 2019
- Expected Ship Date:
- July 2020 - September 2020
- Release Date:
- Oct 26, 2020
- Exclusive Release:
- —
- Limited Production:
- 5,440
- Diamond:
- —
Summary
The "Stormy Seas Ahead" Deluxe Box Set introduces the first official Bluto figure in the One:12 Collective line, delivering a bulky, weathered design with real metal accessories that embody his dockside brawler persona. Popeye receives a refreshed look with three head sculpts, including a new roughed-up portrait that complements Bluto’s beat-up version, expanding the narrative potential. Together, they form a definitive and highly detailed duo that elevates the Popeye property within the line, offering extensive accessories and standout costume details that go beyond simple recolors.
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Reviews
Pros
- Bluto’s soft goods are tailored with weathered, realistic fabric textures and details like dust and fading
- Includes heavy metal accessories for Bluto: wrench and kettlebell, plus a realistic gaff hook
- Bluto features over 28 points of articulation, with multiple interchangeable hands and two expressive head portraits including a battered look
- Popeye comes with multiple iconic outfits including a navy and white trimmed shirt, pea coat, and a bright yellow rain slicker with removable hat and coat
- Popeye includes a comprehensive accessory set: three hats (captain’s, sailor’s, longshoreman’s), six corncob pipes (with and without smoke), two spinach cans, compass with open/close lid, collapsible spyglass, and duffle bag
- Popeye has seven interchangeable hands for posing and holding accessories, plus three detailed head portraits including a new roughed-up, battle-damaged version
- Hand-painted authentic detailing on both figures with realistic skin textures, paint weathering, and injury effects
- Both figures come with One:12 Collective branded display bases and adjustable posts
- Bluto’s large, heavy, and solid sculpt perfectly conveys his bulky, brutish presence and contrasts well with Popeye’s smaller frame
Cons
- Bluto’s articulation is somewhat limited, especially in knees and elbows, due to bulky clothing and figure size
- Popeye’s elbow joints may be single-jointed and somewhat restricted by soft goods
- Popeye’s raincoat hat is flimsy, hard to position naturally, and does not sit well on the head or with the raincoat
- Pea coat and raincoat soft goods on Popeye show some quality inconsistencies, including uneven sleeve lengths and weak velcro attachments
- Bluto’s display stand grips are too small to securely hold his large frame, limiting posing options
Original Announcement and Product Info
Product Description
Popeye, spinach-loving sailor, goes head-to-head with his brutish arch-rival: Bluto. This deluxe “Stormy Seas Ahead” box set sets the stage to spin a tale of two salty sailors and their ongoing titanic conflict.
The One:12 Collective Popeye gets a refresh. From his crisp white sailor slacks, to his navy and white trimmed shirt, Popeye looks shipshape and in bristle fashion! Included are three different head portraits: two classic One:12 Collective Popeye options and an all-new roughed-up portrait. Popeye comes complete with a wide range of iconic sailor accessories and outfitting listed below.
The One:12 Collective Bluto completes the set. Appearing like he has been hanging around the docks and is up to no good, Bluto cuts a choppy wake wearing a collared shirt over a long-sleeve undershirt, work pants, and work boots - all featuring his classic colors. He is packaged with two head portraits displaying varying levels of brawn and brawl. Bluto is well-equipped with some heavy, real metal gear to give his adversary a run for his money.
THE ONE:12 COLLECTIVE POPEYE & BLUTO FIGURES FEATURE:
- Popeye One:12 Collective body with over 28 points of articulation Three (3) head portraits Hand painted authentic detailing Approximately 14cm tall Seven (7) interchangeable hands One (1) pair of fists (L&R) One (1) pair of posing hands (L&R) One (1) holding hand for spinach and compass (L) One (1) holding hand for spy glass (R) One (1) pointing hand (L)
- Bluto One:12 Collective body with over 28 points of articulation Two (2) head portraits Hand painted authentic detailing Approximately 18 cm tall Six (6) interchangeable hands One (1) pair of fists (L&R) One (1) pair of posing hands (L&R) One (1) pair of holding hands (L&R)
COSTUME:
- Popeye Tailored dress shirt Slacks Work boots
- Bluto Collared shirt Long sleeve undershirt Slacks Belt Work boots
ACCESSORIES:
- Popeye Three (3) hats Captain’s hat Sailor’s hat Longshoreman’s hat
Three (3) corncob pipes (fit into mouth of all heads) Three (3) corncob pipes with smoke (fit into mouth of all heads) Two (2) spinach cans Open can Closed can
One (1) Compass (Lid opens & closes) One (1) Spy glass (collapsible) One (1) set of rain gear (hat & coat removable) One (1) pea coat (removable) One (1) duffle bag One (1) One:12 Collective display base with logo One (1) One:12 Collective adjustable display post - Bluto One (1) fisherman’s cap (fits on both heads) One (1) real metal wrench One (1) real metal kettlebell One (1) gaff hook One (1) One:12 Collective display bases with logo One (1) One:12 Collective adjustable display posts
Each One:12 Collective Popeye & Bluto – Deluxe Box Set is packaged in a collector friendly box, designed with collectors in mind.