MEDICOM TOY, the renowned Japanese toy manufacturer, is set to release a new BE@RBRICK figure in March 2022, inspired by NASA's groundbreaking manned spaceflight program, "Project Mercury." This latest addition to the popular BE@RBRICK series, known for its unique interpretations of various IP characters, will be available as both a "100% & 400% Set" and a colossal "1000%" version.
Project Mercury, initiated in 1959, was the United States' first human spaceflight program, designed to put humans into Earth orbit. The "Mercury Seven" astronauts were rigorously selected from elite pilots across the U.S. Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps. This NASA-licensed BE@RBRICK meticulously recreates their iconic spacesuits, featuring the distinctive NASA logo on the right chest, intricate zipper details, and equipment accents on the abdomen, legs, and arms. The overall metallic silver finish is stunning, and the blank face hidden within the helmet adds an intriguing sense of mystery to the figure.
▼ The Mercury Seven.
BE@RBRICK PROJECT MERCURY ASTRONAUT 100％ & 400％
Suggested Retail Price: ¥16,500 (Tax Included)
Product Specifications: Approximately 7 cm and 28 cm tall
Estimated Release Date: March 2022
BE@RBRICK PROJECT MERCURY ASTRONAUT 1000％
Suggested Retail Price: ¥74,800 (Tax Included)
Product Specifications: Approximately 70 cm tall
Estimated Release Date: March 2022
Source: MEDICOM TOY, Wikipedia