King Kong: 1933 Stop Motion Armature
$225.00
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Now you can own a representation of cinematic history with our King Kong: 1933 Stop Motion Armature!
Our Kong armature resin kit is a meticulously detailed and highly accurate replica of Marcel Delgado's "18-inch" armature used in the 1933 classic RKO picture.
It is based entirely on reference photos, but so much care was taken to make this sure this kit captures all of the details of the original. All of the textures, scarring, adhesive residue, and various bolt shapes and sizes are accurately represented. Once completed, Kong is approximately 17.5-inches high (including the base).
Each kit comes with a 15-page, highly illustrated instruction booklet.
Each kit is made to order and takes a considerable about of time to produce. PLEASE be patient.
PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE ESTIMATED DELIVERY TIME prior to ordering. I try and keep it up to date, but keep in mind, this is only an estimate.
PAINTED VERSION can be found HERE.
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MUST READ!
- This is NOT articulated. His jaw can open and close and head can swivel left and right.
- This is NOT a metal armature (it is made of high-quality resin)
- This is NOT a toy - it is not meant to be played with.
- No parts of this kit were molded or cast from the original armature. It is an original sculpt.
DELIVERY TIME
Orders placed today have an estimated ship time of about 9-10 weeks due to high demand.
(Updated 3/1/26)
DIMENSIONS
Height: 17 inches (including base)
Width: 11.7 in
Depth: 10 in
KIT VERSION
This item is a resin model kit that requires intermediate to advanced modeling skills.
Photos showing the built and painted model are for reference only.
Reviews
Just ordered this marvel, so thrilled to finally get this. Great looking model. Well done for a fantastic piece.
I want to start off by saying that I don’t consider myself an expert, but I am a very dedicated fan of the 1933 classic King Kong! I have collected and produced resin and 3D printed kits for 30+ years. When StannArts announced this release, I was very hopeful given the quality of their previous releases. Well, I was NOT disappointed one bit!!! The Kong armature arrived in great shape. I was hooked as soon as I unpacked the base, and it only got better from there! The kit comes with an illustrated instruction booklet that if you follow, the kit builds itself! David used a ton of reference and it shows with every little nut and bolt along with the spots of rust. This kit is not poseable but the pose is great! You can pose the mouth open or closed which is nice as well. I decided to fit mine together and I have to say everything fit well. There are a few pegs that will need a little sanding but overall everything went together beautifully. Why do I say this? Well…….I literally built mine with no glue and had him standing there. Engineering like this doesn’t happen often but when it does it is an absolute pleasure to build. Years ago I bought the Sideshow Kong armature and although beautiful the thing can’t even stand on it’s own. Quality materials were not used. It’s still a beautiful piece but frankly I may sell mine now that I have this kit from David!! I highly recommend this piece. It’s a great price for a pretty good sized kit. Now if we can get him to do one WITH FUR!! And folks……remember……there’s only one Kong…..THE OTK (One true Kong) and that’s the 1933 and for this picky Kong kit buyer this one passes with flying colors!
I haven't assembled it yet but wow! The quality of the sculpt and castings are perfection. I have wanted a replica of the Kong armature for many years and now, I do.
All the parts look beautiful... super-clean... just a pleasure to look at... That armature is BIG too... very nice. I am glad, I decided to pick this kit up. I try not to buy too many new kits these days - since I have a basement full of unbuilt kits in boxes... BUT - I had to make an exception for this one! It's also the kind of 'object' that I could 'shamelessly' display in my living room... almost like a piece of art. Thanks for creating this kit. I almost bought one of the SIDESHOW Kong Armatures - back in the day...but for some reason, I didn't pull the trigger in time - and then it was sold out... Well - I think YOURS is definitely better! So, all is good if you are just patient enough.