The BrickGun Book
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- Set number
- ISBN9781593274900-1
- Availability
- In production
- Released
- 2013
- Theme
- Other
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Where it came from
The BrickGun Book, authored by Jeff Boen and published by No Starch Press in 2013, emerged from the burgeoning niche of adult fan of Lego (AFOL) custom building. The book provides detailed, step-by-step instructions for constructing realistic, non-functional replicas of iconic firearms using standard plastic building bricks. It was designed to cater to hobbyists interested in mechanical complexity and aesthetic mimicry, pushing the boundaries of what could be achieved with conventional building systems.
Jeff Boen, a long-time enthusiast known for his intricate custom builds, approached the design with an emphasis on structural integrity and authentic scaling. The publication reflects a specific era of the community where custom, instruction-led building for display pieces gained significant traction. It was well-received by its target audience for its clear photography and technical drafting, though it remains a niche artifact within the broader landscape of hobbyist literature.
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