Goldstode, how one man crafted an incredible 24k Gold version of a Warhammer 40k Adeptus Cusotode miniature for the ages!
We all know hobbies are expensive, but this takes it to a new level. Ever wonder what a gold-plated GW miniature might look like? Well, this incredibly skilled hobbyist decided to show the world and make his own!
This happened back in the year that shall not be named, but with the new codex coming out, we wanted to take a look back on this awesome project. Check out this “Goldstode” that is ready for the tabletop or jewelry store.
Crafting a 24k Gold-Plated Adeptus Custodes Model
Image Credit: Klipse11
User Klipse11 on Reddit managed to actually make a 24k gold-plated Adeptus Custodes Warden miniature over fine silver! Meet the Goldstode Warden, Goldmember! Here are the progress pics of how he did everything, with a full album you should check out on Imgur.
Before you ask, yes, this is real gold on a GW sculpt. However, it’s not just a thin layer of gold over plastic. He created a silver form first.
Image Credit: Klipse11
Once the silver pieces were all separated, he laser welded the seams and joints of the model together.
Image Credit: Klipse11
With the model cleaned up and all pieced together, the silver Custodes are just as cool. But to make this dude shine with the glory of the Emperor, he plated it with 24K gold.
Image Credit: Klipse11
This guy is made of pure .999 fine Silver and plated in 24K Gold.
Image Credit: Klipse11
Once it was plated, he came out looking FRESH. This really puts the real gold look into perspective. The natural gold color is way more intense than the gold pigments found inside paints normally used to create gold effects on minis.
Is it Cheaper Than Forge World (Expert Kits) Resin?
But what might be one of the funniest comments on the thread even plating an Adeptus Custode model in silver and gold is cheaper than Forge World.
An ounce of silver currently costs about $17.22 versus a whopping $1650 for gold ($28.79 and $2,373, respectively, in 2024 money). So, at least in theory, the estimate of $40 seems reasonable depending on the actual amount of gold used by volume.
The skill and knowledge to do this, along with the labor and supplies to make your own, would cost a bit more.
Still, just Constantin costs $124, and coincidentally, a golden-plated guardian squad was for sale when they first made these, going for about $100 a model, which is an interesting comparison as well.
Either way, great job hobbying outside of the box on this one! Between 3D printing and now metalworking, who knows what miniatures we may see in the future?
The Goldstode miniature is a remarkable example of hobbying outside the box and taking it to the next level. The detail and craftsmanship in creating a 24k gold-plated Adeptus Custodes miniature over fine silver is simply awe-inspiring. It’s exciting to think about what other creative endeavors hobbyists will come up with in the future, and the possibilities are endless.
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About the Author: Travis Pasch
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About Travis Pasch: Travis has been a Warhammer 40k hobbyist since the 1990s, playing the game since Third Edition. Through extensive traveling, he’s seen a lot of the miniatures hobby from across the world, giving him a unique perspective on the latest gaming topics and trends.
Travis’s brother even owns a commission painting studio, where he’s picked up a lot of good advice and techniques for painting Warhammer and tabletop miniatures over the years, as well. Travis joined the Spikey Bits team in 2019 and has been the lead writer since 2020.
Currently, he’s working on converting all his 40k Adeptus Mechanicus models and becoming a true tech enjoyer, complete with both sad and happy robot noises!
