Icons X Files Replica Test Prototype

Here's probably the most unusual early Icons prototype that I have ever seen or had the pleasure of sharing. 

This never before seen or photographed, one-of-a-kind early prototype, produced by the pioneering collectibles company Icons Authentic Replicas, was a X Files prop replica concept, developed to submit to 20th Century Fox and X Files creator/producer Chris Carter, as a possible licensed, limited edition Studio authorized and authenticated product. 

In 1995-96, the popularity of the hit television series The X Files, was at an all-time high. 20th Century Fox wanted to capitalize on the tremendous success of the show, so it endeavored in discussions with Icons to create unique limited edition product. 

After the test piece was completed and examined, Icons Fabrication and Design Group moved swiftly to complete the finished and final prototype. And the results were extraordinary. The piece was submitted to 20th Century Fox Licensing who immediately approved the piece and in turn submitted to X Files creator Chris Carter. Everyone waited on pins and needles for Carter's decision...but what came back was what was expected from Fox Licensing. Chris loved the piece but would not approve it for manufacturing and release to the general public. Case closed. But he wanted to keep the prototype because he was so impressed with it. 

Chris Carter had a understandable but highly protective nature when it came to his creation. Carter was very concerned about over-exploiting the X Files when it came to merchandise. A source of constant frustration to Fox licensing. 

Thus ended another colorful experiment and dynamic chapter in Icons history. 

To this day, 24 years later, no one has ever seen again the original Icons finished prototype of this replica, that remains in the possession of the illusive Chris Carter... 

FYI, this X Files prototype was hand-made by the skilled and talented Vice President of the original Icons Fabrication & Design Group, Mike Moore, who was also one of Icons co-founders and Senior partners and now runs HMS-Studios.

The piece above is a concept drawing / doodle. It was rendered by James Latta. He actually read / studied UFO abductions. The alien calligraphy is based on several cases where people recalled alien writing during their abduction. So that is what Mike Moore made from scratch. Copper plated with gorgeous I.D.'s and clear lucite and plated FBI badge. 

You can read more about that replica on "The Plasma Infusion" website, owner of that awesome piece.