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Dalek leader Davros from Dr Who has been 3D-modelled  in  Perspex, self-adhesive 'stained glass' film and lead by Whovian (or possibly anti-Whovian) Toby Bateson.

Bateson was helped by glass specialist RegaLead which supplied him with the film, adhesive and lead - and a great deal of advice on how he might complete his project.

Doctor Who fans are called Whovians. Bateson can often be found driving around his Blackpool home town dressed as Davros - suggesting he is more of a fan of the Doctor's arch enemies.

 “I asked lots of companies but most didn’t want to know before I got in touch with RegaLead, who were very helpful.”

– Toby Bateson 

Davros and Doctor Who, fan

Tardis-like choice

“I wanted to create a stained-glass effect but couldn’t use glass, so I needed advice on how to create this effect on Perspex. RegaLead got back to me and pointed me in the right direction and I eventually got some self-adhesive film and lead to create the designs. I asked for some swatches so I could pick the right colours and they provided me with more than 400 samples to choose from.  I ordered around 30 or 40 sheets and the lead, which helped me create the design.”

Guy Hubble, Joint MD at RegaLead, adds: “Over the years we have been involved in some fantastic projects and the whole team love seeing the stunning creations that can be made with our products. We were amazed when Toby sent through the images of the completed job and this project really is one of a kind!”

The year-long project saw Toby build the device from scratch and is complete with a steel frame, wheels, a control panel as well as an anti-gravity device to make it look as if he is hovering.

Picture: Doctor Who's Davros in 3D stained glass effect.

Article written by Cathryn Ellis
15th October 2021

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