New Edition Flak 38 with Luftwaffe Crewman Minifig

Flak 38

We have brought back the Flak 38 2cm Cannon kit and are now including a custom pad-printed Luftwaffe crewman minifig in each kit!

WW2 in LEGO Tour Update: February 17th in Henderson, NV

WW2 in LEGO

We have just received confirmation that Brickmania will be setting up our WW2 in LEGO display at the American Legion Post 40 in Henderson, NV on Tuesday, February 17th! American Legion Post 40 is located at 425 East Van Wagenen Street, Henderson, NV 89015. Hours will be 3pm-8pm and admission price is $5.

Word War Brick Anaheim Preparations — News Digest #1

Here is an update of news and some of activities happening at World War Brick Anaheim… Now just one month away!

BrickArms ModCom Build

ModCom

Every Weekend Pass holder at World War Brick Anaheim will have a chance to create (and keep) a special BrickArms ModCom weapon! Will Chapman will personally lead this activity and there is no extra cost. You will have to sign up for one of four ModCom sessions to participate. Limit one ModCom per Weekend Pass holder.

Micro Tank Battle Tournament

Micro Tank Battle

We are holding a bracket style tournament of the fast-paced table top Micro Tank Battle game. Matches will be take between 30-45 minutes and winners of each battle will be eligible to advance to the next battle. As the battle progresses, new weapons will be introduced for an added twist. Tournament participation limited to Weekend Pass holders.

BrickArms Skill Crane

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Every World War Brick attendee will have an opportunity to try the BrickArms skill crane! What might you get? It will cost you a raffle ticket to test your skill, but the reward could be huge!

Robotic Tank Tournament!

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We will be holding a points-based competition using a LEGO® MINDSTORMS® robotics system. Each player or team will control a robot that will complete a series of tasks with double points for each task completed autonomously (i.e. without remote control). We encourage participants to bring their own Robot Tank, but will have 2-3 robots available. Tournament map will be available for practice during any Open Game Play session on the schedule.

Event Kit Teaser Posted

M249 Crate

Will has just released another preview teaser for of the BrickArms printed crate included in the World War Brick Anaheim event kit. Yes, it will include the photo M249 Light Machine Gun (aka SAW). Look for the full event kit reveal next week!

More news posted daily at worldwarbrick.com!

RESTOCK: M4 Sherman Tank with Minifig & BrickArms M2HB

M4 Sherman Kit

The M4 Sherman tank was the most widely produced tank by the Western Allies of World War II and one of the most legendary tanks of all time. Our popular M4 Sherman kits have been sold out since early December and we’ve finally had a chance to make a new batch!

World War Brick Anaheim + Brickmania’s WW2 in LEGO Tour

World War Brick 2015

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Join us February 13-15, 2015 for World War Brick Anaheim for the first-ever specifically historic military LEGO® modeling event on the West Coast. Sponsors for World War Brick Anaheim include BrickmaniaBrickArmsGI BrickBrickstuff, Citizen Brick,  Brick Brigade Toy Labs and more. There will be displays created by LEGO® enthusiasts from across the country, fun and games, friendly competitions and more. Our gathering is meant to share our enthusiasm for historic modeling, building with LEGO® bricks, and to raise awareness and money for Veterans.

World War Brick Anaheim will take place at the Embassy Suites Anaheim South (11767 Harbor Boulevard, Garden Grove,California, 92840). We have secured the 10,000 SF main ballroom and will have plenty of space for displays, workshops, activities, games and the WWB store. The hotel is a 17 minute drive from the Orange County Airport and 45 minutes from LAX. We have chosen Anaheim for its central location for all of our Souther California friends and of course it’s easy proximity to the Disney Resorts and other local attractions.

Weekend Pass is Your All-Access Ticket

Weekend Pass holders will be eligible for all three days of activities and will receive a goodie bag that includes a T-shirt, event kit, and special gifts from the event sponsors. They will also be first to see and purchase new products from the event sponsors, participate in various building challenges, attend the charity Auction (proceeds to the Wounded Warrior Project) and interact with the creators of the most cutting edge custom LEGO® and after-market products. Weekend Pass holders are also invited to bring their MOCs (My Own Creations) to share with the general public and be eligible for one of the prestigious WWB MOC Award Trophies. Weekend Pass advanced registration ends January 31. PURCHASE HERE

Public Exhibition

The merely curious are invited to attend during the Public Exhibition taking place Saturday and Sunday. During this time you will be able to see hundreds of unique historic military models, shop exclusive items from our sponsors, watch exciting tournament action, meet the craftspeople behind the exhibits, and join games and activities that benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. The public exhibit hours are 10am to 4pm Saturday and Sunday only. Visitors who pre-pay online will be admitted entrance starting at 9:30 and will receive a free ticket good for one activity or the raffle. Advance ticket sales end February 11th. PURCHASE HERE

Museum Quality Displays

World War Brick was founded by Daniel Siskind, an award-winning maker of historical models and displays built from LEGO® Bricks. Founded in 1999 under the name Brickmania, Daniel and his team produce the finest quality historical displays featured in museums, memorials, reunions, and schools, and whose custom kits are enjoyed in homes around the world.

Brickmania will have several major works viewable at World War Brick like a model of the World War II destroyer USS Nicholas that measures 11 feet in length. Other displays include a Battle of the Bulge diorama, a Vietnam War montage, a homage to the Battle of Mogadishu (made famous in the book and movie “Black Hawk Down”) and more.

There will be many other creations and models on display created by World War Brick attendees, mainly in historical themes, but also a smattering of science fiction and other subjects.

We’re Building to the Next Level

The official LEGO® product line does not include modern military themes. To help fill this gap, BrickArms founder Will Chapman began manufacturing his own injection-molded plastic weapons designed specifically for use with the LEGO system. Since it’s humble beginning in a garage in a suburban Seattle in 2006, BrickArms has gained a huge international following and a reputation one of the finest-quality American toy manufacturers. BrickArms has been a major sponsor of the World War Brick event since day one. Will Chapman is giving the featured presentation on Friday evening to Weekend Pass holders.

World War Brick has also been joined by several other companies who also seek to further broaden the LEGO hobby with custom printing, lighting systems, model kits, etc.*

Supporting Our Veterans

World War Brick has been dedicated to supporting our Veterans since the first one was held in Chicago in 2012. Many activities such as the raffle and auction are specifically designed with fund-raising in mind, with all proceeds being donated to the Wounded Warrior Project. At World War Brick 2014 we raised $5487 and plan to far exceed that figure in 2015.

WW2 in LEGO

Brickmania will be taking several of our large displays on a mini tour around the country in February 2015. These include the 11 foot long World War II destroyer USS Nicholas, plus several World War II and other historic military dioramas. We will also have many of our kits, BrickArms weapons and other products available for the historic LEGO building enthusiast. Please note that our schedule permits us only one date in most locations. Click HEREfor photos of our previous WW2 in LEGO exhibit from 2014.

  • Kansas City – VFW Post 1000,  1002 E. US Highway 24, Independence, MO  on Sunday, February 8, 2015 – noon to 6pm
  • Oklahoma City, OK – American Legion Post 73,  500 SE 24th, Del City, OK  on Monday, February 9, 3 – 8pm
  • Albuquerque, NM – VFW Post 41, 2011 Girard Boulevard Southeast, Albuquerque, NM on Tuesday, February 10, 3-8pm
  • Flagstaff, AZ – American Legion Post #3, 204 W. Birch Ave., Flagstaff, AZ on Wednesday, February 11, 3-8pm
  • Las Vegas, NV – TBD Tuesday, February 17, 3-8 pm
  • Provo, UT – Elks Lodge No. 849, 1000 South University Ave, Provo, UT on Wednesday, February 18, 3-8pm
  • Denver, CO – VFW Post 2461, 1350 South Broadway Blvd. Denver, CO on Thursday, February 19, 3-8pm
  • Omaha, NE – VFW Post 2503, 8904 Military Rd, Omaha, NE on Friday, February 20, 3-8pm and Saturday February 21st, 10-5pm (additional models by talented local builders will also be on display in Omaha).

Entrance cost is $5.00 per person, Family of 4 or more $20.00 maximum. With each paid admission you will receive a coupon for $5.00 off a $50.00 purchase either that day or through our web store.

Final “Second Saturday” Open House Tomorrow!

K'nex Ball Contraption

Brickmania Toyworks will be closing our doors at the end of January while we undertake a series of major new projects. Saturday, January 10th is our last “Second Saturday” open house of which the LEGO Train Room will be open for several months. You will also be able to see a working preview of Austron’s latest K’nex ball contraption that will eventually be built into the biggest such construction in the world!

Brickmania’s main gallery, play area and store will remain open on weekends though the end of January. We will reopen for special events starting in late spring.

Get The Zombie Apocalypse Mega-Bundle… Before It’s Too Late!

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Brickmania is proud to present our most comprehensive apocalypse bundle to date. Fight the horde with the best equipment possible.

This bundle features two previously unreleased products. Supplies are limited, and the savings are huge. Don’t wait!

The Brickmania Apocalype Bundle Includes:

Rare BrickArms Premium Figure “Shaun” includes:

  • Custom printed LEGO minifigure with BrickArms Display Stand
  • Overmolded BrickArms Lever-Action Rifle
  • Custom printed BrickArms Cricket Bat

Exclusive Brickmania UN Soldier includes:

  • LEGO minifigure with yellow head (zombie head included in Zombie Defense Pack)
  • Exclusive custom printed blue BrickArms Modern Combat Helmet
  • BrickArms SAW Lightweight Combat Vest

Brickmania Bug Out Crate includes:

  • Transparent Smoke BrickArms crate with exclusive custom printing
  • Black Mosin Nagant
  • Brown SABR Shotgun
  • Gunmetal Machette
  • Silver Combat Knife
  • OD Green M1911 (hard to find!)
  • 3 different custom-printed BrickArms Ration tiles (hard to find!)

The BrickArms Bug Out Crate is a Brickmania exclusive!

BrickArms Zombie Defense Pack includes: 

  • Black M16
  • Black Combat SMG
  • Black Cricket Bat
  • Black Machete
  • Black Magnum Revolver
  • Black Longslide
  • Black M23 SOCOM
  • Black Spy Pistol
  • Black Sawed off Shotgun
  • Black M1911
  • Black M16-DBR
  • Black PSR
  • Gunmetal Lever-Action Rifle
  • Brown SABR Shotgun
  • Brown Bat
  • Silver Combat Knife
  • Silver Machete
  • SPECIAL Sand-green zombie head printed with puffy ink!

FREE bonus Zombie Infestation Decals:

  • Squad pack contains decals for TEN complete figures
  • Recommended for use with white, yellow or gray figures
  • Includes detailed application instructions

World War II Minikit and Minifigure Bundle Offer

Nebelwerfer Bundle

Save money with this Brickmania exclusive bundle. Featuring our popular Nebelwerfer 41 and our new MP40 German Soldier, this is the perfect combination to reinforce the front!

M3 37mm Anti-Tank Gun with WW2 US Rifleman Figure

M3 37mm Anti-Tank Gun

At the onset of World War II, the 37mm Anti-tank gun was the chief anti-armor weapon in the US military inventory. The M3 was mounted on a  wheeled carriage, making it small enough to be towed behind the standard 1/4 ton Jeep and easily positioned by it’s crew. While it’s effectiveness would diminish against increasingly more heavily armored German vehicles, the M3 soldiered on for the duration of the war in North Africa, Europe and the Pacific.

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This M3 37mm Anti-Tank is an essential piece of equipment for any WW2 collection or diorama. To help build your army we have included a custom printed WW2 US Rifleman with BrickArms M1 Steel Pot Helmet and Garand Rifle. This is the perfect entry level kit for anyone new to Brickmania’s historical building kits, which are made to the highest standards and only included genuine LEGO® and BrickArms® parts.

 

M3 Stuart Light Tank Restocked (Only For a Limited Time!)

We just completed a new batch of M3 Stuart Light Tanks in preparation for our upcoming road trip to World War Brick Anaheim. A small amount have been diverted to our web store to fill the demand left after our December batch sold out. Another production run is not slated for the immediate future, so get them while you can!