Dune: Atreides Ornthopter Replica

 

I discovered Frank Herbert's novel Dune in the early 1980s. Like JRR Tolkien's novel The Hobbit, it opened an entirely different world to me. Dune was a visionary novel, with an impressive sweep, and more on the level of The Lord of the Rings than anything else I had ever read. In the late '80s and early '90s, I read Herbert's six volume series and Tolkien's Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings every year. 

One aspect of Herbert's novels that intrigued me was the Ornthopters. Along with stillsuits, lasguns, and personal shields, they imbued his future world with reality. Now, you can purchase your very own Ornithopter. You may not be able to fly it between Arrakeen Palace and Stilgar's sietch, but it can transport your imagination to Arrakis and beyond. 

Here's all the info from Insight Editions: 

INSIGHT EDITIONS EXCLUSIVE:
Dune: Atreides Ornthopter Replica Has Arrived

Available exclusively from Insight Editions, this meticulously engineered replica brings the iconic Atreides Ornithopter from DUNE into your hands. Crafted using the original VFX files from Denis Villeneuve’s visionary adaptation, this model captures the sheer power and elegance of the Imperium’s most formidable flying craft. Here's why you'll want one for your collection:

✹ Authentic to the Film: Modeled from official VFX files for ultimate accuracy ✹ Expert Craftsmanship: 10.5 inches long, die-cast metal & ABS construction ✹ Display-Ready Details: Flight mode with gear raised and weapons deployed.  ✹ Weathered Finishes: Film-accurate paint and aging effects

This is a limited-edition pre-order item and ships late September. You’ll be notified when your order ships.

For more photos and information, see the pre-order page at Insight Editions.