The innovative Rebor Zombie T. rex figure has proved to be popular with collectors.  This imaginative dinosaur model has some incredible detail, and it has been skilfully painted. The design team at Rebor wanted to make the body proportions of this figure reflect the theropod fossil record.  To this end, the feet are not oversized.  A transparent support stand is provided to prevent this beautiful figure from toppling over.  The models we have tested stand fine on a hard, flat surface. However, we do recommend the use of the support stand.

The Rebor Zombie T. rex in the plain colouration with the transparent support stand in place. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

We have received enquiries about displaying the figure.  There are the Rebor diorama bases “Summer Kisses” and “Winter Tears”, these bases could be considered. Unfortunately, we have not had the opportunity to see how the model looks on these bases.

To view the Rebor range of figures and models: Rebor Models and Figures.

Moreover, we have been experimenting with the use of clear, plastic packaging that we could reuse to make a base for the figure.

Using a Transparent Base with the Rebor Zombie T. rex

If you prefer to display this figure without the support rod, then an alternative might be to create your own base.  We have used some clear plastic material that was due to go into our recycling bin.  The transparent plastic would be difficult to spot and virtually invisible.

Transparent plastic packaging can be reused to provide a base for a dinosaur model. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

We could make a base for each foot. However, we opted to use a single piece of plastic and place both feet on it.  Firstly, we had to make sure that the piece of plastic we had chosen was big enough.  If you are going to make a dinosaur display base, we recommend you make sure it is the correct size.

Check the size of the proposed base against the model to ensure that it is big enough to fit both feet. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The correct size of display base was cut out.  For simplicity we chose a rectangle shape that permitted both feet to be placed on it with plenty of room to spare.  Other shapes could be tried but we decided to stick with the rectangle as this provided us with a large base for our model.  The bigger the base the greater the stability.  We took care not to leave any sharp edges on the plastic.

The Rebor Zombie T. rex (plain colouration) on the clear, plastic display base. Providing a base helps to stabilise the figure and prevent it from toppling. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The image (above) shows the Rebor Zombie T. rex (plain colouration) on our clear, plastic display base.  When viewed from above, the base can be seen, but viewed from the side the base is difficult to spot and unobtrusive.

Displaying the Rebor Figure

For our experiment, we only tacked the feet of the dinosaur model to the base.  However, stronger glue would provide a more permanent solution. If the plastic is a little thin, we recommend cutting out two pieces and doubling the thickness by sticking them together.  This thicker base would give the model greater stability.

The figure has amazing detail and is a welcome addition to any model collection. Can novel ways be found to help display the figure without the use of the transparent support stand? Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

This Rebor Zombie figure is available in two colour variants – plain and jungle.  To read more about these two fantasy figures: Rebor Zombie Models Reviewed.

The lighting in our studio was adjusted to see if we could make the base in our photographs a little more visible.  That’s the problem with a clear, plastic base, spotting it can be tricky!

A close-up view of the Rebor model on the base. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The picture (above) shows the display base more clearly.  It also highlights the amazing details on the limbs and torso of the Rebor Zombie T. rex figure.

The Everything Dinosaur website: Prehistoric Animal Models.