{"title":"The Mike Cusinelli Collection","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"dr-deadlys-daighter","title":"Dr. Deadly's Daughter","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSculpted by Mike Cusanelli                                                                                               1\/6 Scale unpainted resin assembly kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOriginally released by Tweeterhead as Vicky in a very limited edition (rumors are 10), Danger Island Models is proud to make this beautiful kit available to a wider audience.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn 1971, Canadian sensors pressured Aurora Plastics Corp. to change the name of the then Monsterscenes \"Victim\" kit to \"Doctor Deadly's Daughter\". The word \"Victim\" was thought to be too controversial for Canadian audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis 1\/6 scale unpainted resin figure kit has been reworked from the original Tweeterhead release, and a tree has been added to the base. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis kit, authorized by Dencomm, pays tribute to the original Aurora Monsterscenes series, and is the first in a planned series of tribute kits to this classic line. The kit comes in a box featuring a full-color printed wrap reminiscent of the original kit, but with new art by pop culture artist extraordinaire, Doug P’Gosh, of Retro-A-Go-Go and instructions by \"Parts Pit\" Mike Borthwick.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Danger Island Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43421624205452,"sku":"DIM 002 MS1","price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/1396\/6988\/files\/DDD6.jpg?v=1728560400"},{"product_id":"margiana","title":"Margiana","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSculpted by Mike Cusanelli\u003cbr\u003eWith base sculpted by Jeff Wehenkel\u003cbr\u003e1\/6 scale resin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe first original kit commissioned by Danger Island Models, welcome \u003ci\u003eMargiana, Sinbad’s golden girl \u003c\/i\u003efrom Ray Harryhausen’s \u003ci\u003eThe Golden Voyage of Sinbad\u003c\/i\u003e film (1973). Sculpted in 1\/6 scale, this figure measures over 11” tall and the base adds an additional 2”. Inspired by the beautiful Caroline Munro, who has endorsed this kit, it also includes a laser-etched brass amulet and instructions by \"Parts Pit\" Mike Borthwick.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Danger Island Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43433745776780,"sku":"DIM 001","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/1396\/6988\/files\/Marjianakit1.jpg?v=1728560533"},{"product_id":"countess-karnstein-resurrected","title":"Countess Karnstein Resurrected","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSculpted by Mike Cusanelli\u003cbr\u003e1\/5 scale unpainted resin kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor over three decades, Mike Cusanelli’s original Countess Karnstein series has become one of the most recognizable and most highly sought after series on the resin model aftermarket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOriginally begun over a decade ago for the 20\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e anniversary of the series, to have been released by the original Solarwind model company, the project was shelved when the company ceased producing. Danger Island’s own Jeff Wehenkel coaxed sculptor Mike Cusanelli to revisit the figure and what has been delivered is nothing short of breathtaking. This unpainted Resin assembly kit stands well over 15” tall, and even taller atop the 4” tall base, \u003ci\u003eCountess Karnstein Resurrected\u003c\/i\u003e is in a league of its own. A resin kit that could hold its own against the very best Tweeterhead and Sideshow prepainted figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003einstructions by \"Parts Pit\" Mike Borthwick\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Danger Island Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43433747808396,"sku":"DIM 003","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/1396\/6988\/files\/Karnstein-1_Cusanelli.jpg?v=1728560629"},{"product_id":"space-ranger-1","title":"Space Ranger Beta","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eSPACE RANGER BETA\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEvery commander needs a right-hand. Space Ranger Alpha is no exception. So it is only fitting that she would seek out a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpace Ranger Beta\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto help restore peace and otherworldly beauty to the galaxy. Danger Island Models, in partnership with Mike Cusanelli, presents an all-new female space ranger on a wild 1960s-inspired extraterrestrial base. The kit comes with instructions by “Parts Pit” Mike Borthwick, in a full-color photo-labeled “coffin” box similar to the old Solarwind kits. In stock and available now!!!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1\/7 Scale\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Danger Island Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43439888433292,"sku":"DIM 005 SR2","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/1396\/6988\/files\/IMG_20250218_190430.jpg?v=1739978838"},{"product_id":"space-ranger-alpha","title":"Space Ranger Alpha","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSPACE RANGER ALPHA\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFrom the starlog of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpace Rangers\u003c\/em\u003e, an intergalactic team of female space explorers and freedom fighters, comes a new series of 1\/7 scale figure kits designed and sculpted by the incomparable Mike Cusanelli. First up, meet the commander, Space Ranger Alpha. She is a reimagined version of Mike’s Solarwind company’s classic\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eRanger\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efigure, complete with a new base. If you missed the original release of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eRanger\u003c\/em\u003e, don’t miss this second chance. Mike has wanted to “correct” the figure for a long time. Now, she’s back, and with a story and comrades. The kit comes with instructions by “Parts Pit” Mike Borthwick, in a full-color photo-labeled “coffin” box similar to the old Solarwind kits.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1\/7 Scale\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Danger Island Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44106131865740,"sku":"DIM 004 SR1","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/1396\/6988\/files\/20250414_093125.jpg?v=1747178038"},{"product_id":"yesterdays-heros-flash-and-dale","title":"Yesterday's Heroes (Flash and Dale)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eYESTERDAY’S HEROES\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIf you are like the Danger Island Models team, you grew up watching vintage serials including\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eBuck Rogers, Undersea Kingdom, Commando Cody\u003c\/em\u003e, and more on Saturday and Sunday morning television. So why not take a nostalgic trip back to 1936 with Danger Island Models as we proudly introduce our first two-figure kit, entitled “Yesterday’s heroes,” featuring actor and Olympic swimming champion, Larry “Buster” Crabbe and Flash Gordon, and Jean Rogers as the damsel in distress, Dale Arden. The figures stand atop an art deco based ornamented with astral maps. The kit captures the spirit of the great, now public domain Universal Studios serial,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eFlash Gordon\u003c\/em\u003e, and its first sequel,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eFlash Gordon’s Trip to Mars.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThere was also a third serial,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eFlash Gordon Conquers the Universe.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a truly special kit featuring the quintessential space opera couple, Flash and Dale, in a protective embrace. sculpted by the incomparable Mike Cusanelli. Flash comes with two options for his right hand, one with fingers outstretched, and one holding a ray gun.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe kit comes with detailed instruction sheet designed by “Parts Pit” Mike Borthwick, a full-color booklet featuring commentary by Danger Island Models’ co-founder, Steve Smith, and color art by the late Thomas Haller Buchanan, and with box art by Douglas Klauba (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/douglasklauba.com\/\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/douglasklauba.com\/\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1747494292147000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw0iRGOCJIVwaPZBpI8D2XKa\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/douglasklauba.com\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1\/6 Scale\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Danger Island Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44106146513036,"sku":"DIM 007","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/1396\/6988\/files\/20250623_111518.jpg?v=1752102764"},{"product_id":"tera-reborn","title":"Tera Reborn","description":"\u003cp\u003eFigure and Base sculpted by Mike Cusanelli\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1\/6 scale resin model assembly kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstructions by \"Parts Pit\" Mike Borthwick\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBox art by Frederick Cooper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDanger Island Models is proud and excited to announce the availability of our latest resin model kit, featuring the iconic character, Tera, the resurrected Egyptian Queen, portrayed by the beautiful Valerie Leon in the 1971 Hammer film 'Blood from the Mummy's Tomb\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis extraordinary kit comes with a themed base featuring artifacts straight out of the film.  Measuring over 12\" tall on the base, the figure is dressed in the unforgettable Queen Tera outfit, in a pose inspired by a Frank Frazetta drawing. Valerie Leon is endorsing the kit and the first 50 copies will include a full color numbered certificate of authenticity signed by Ms. Leon personally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Danger Island Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44549602476172,"sku":"DIM-008","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/1396\/6988\/files\/20250717_093429_a2959a6d-4a43-4805-9831-608c7fc2b7b5.jpg?v=1759613819"},{"product_id":"tala-a-fine-catch","title":"Tala, A Fine Catch","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFigure and Base sculpted by Mike Cusanelli\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1\/6 scale resin model assembly kit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eInstructions by \"Parts Pit\" Mike Borthwick\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBox art by Douglas Klauba\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDanger Island Models is proud to present\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTala – A Fine Catch\u003c\/em\u003e, an all-new original prehistoric fantasy resin model kit inspired by the classic lost-world adventures and jungle fantasy art of the 1960s and 1970s.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eStanding knee-deep in a jungle pool, Tala returns from the hunt carrying her prize upon a primitive fishing spear. Surrounded by tangled roots, ancient swamp waters, and the hidden dangers of a forgotten world, this striking 1\/6 scale figure captures the spirit of classic fantasy heroines while bringing a fresh level of realism and detail to the genre.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis beautifully sculpted kit by Mike Cusanelli features a dramatic environmental base with translucent water effects and intricate organic textures throughout. 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Inspired by the unforgettable fantasy adventure films, paperback covers, and garage kits of a bygone era, this dynamic 1\/6 scale figure blends classic “cave girl” imagery with modern sculptural detail and realism.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMaster sculptor Mike Cusanelli has created a striking figure filled with rich textures and dramatic movement, from Tala’s primitive costume and jewelry to the rugged scenic base beneath her feet. Standing approximately 12 inches tall including the spear, this kit was designed to evoke the spirit of classic adventure fantasy while remaining a sophisticated collectible for today’s resin kit enthusiast.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFeaturing atmospheric box art by celebrated illustrator Douglas Klauba,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTala of the River People\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a perfect companion piece to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTala – A Fine Catch\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand an exciting addition to the growing Danger Island Models fantasy line.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Danger Island Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49699585327244,"sku":"DIM 012","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/1396\/6988\/files\/1000021818.png?v=1778450523"}],"url":"https:\/\/dangerislandmodels.com\/collections\/the-mike-cusinelli-collection.oembed","provider":"Danger Island Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}