Ax Demolition WWE Elite Collection Series 123 Review
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Huge thanks to Big Bad Toy Store for coming through in the clutch and sending over this Ax Demolition WWE Elite Collection Series 123 figure, which gave me the perfect excuse to finally show this one off properly and add another absolute classic to my wrestling shelf. Demolition has always been my all time favorite tag team from the WWF gimmick era, so getting Ax in hand like this really hits on a personal level. I vividly remember staying up late to watch Saturday Night’s Main Event, waiting for that iconic face paint to hit the screen as Demolition marched out to win the belts, defend them, and sometimes even lose them, only to come back stronger the next time around. There was just something about that era of wrestling where larger than life characters felt truly unstoppable, and Demolition embodied that feeling every single time they stepped into the ring. Seeing Ax realized in Elite form taps right into that nostalgia and feels like a direct line back to those late nights in front of the TV, volume turned down so I would not wake anyone up, completely locked in on tag team chaos at its finest. Always check stock status after the jump but Ax can be found at Big Bad Toy Store!
Packaging
The box leans hard into Ax’s classic Demolition look with the open mouth and tongue out images I always remembered, immediately setting the tone before you even get to the window display with the figure showing through. The figure is packed straight on inside a tall, rectangular blister with accessories arranged along the side, including the alternate hands and the clasic mask head tucked into their own cavities. I really like how everything is laid out here as it lets you see everything at a glance.
The back of the package uses an in ring action photo of Ax, showing him with the red and silver face paint, black gear, and studded straps as he grips the ring rope mid match. I like that this feels grounded in a real moment and ties the figure directly to how Demolition looked on TV during their peak. Along the bottom, the cross sell lineup runs across the panel, spotlighting the rest of Series 123 so you can quickly see who else is available in the wave.
The side panel sticks with the same Ax photo that appears on the front, repeating the screaming face paint shot rather than switching things up. I get why they went this route for consistency, but part of me wishes this had been another in ring moment or a different pose to give this side a little more variety as you turn the box. The vertical layout still frames the image cleanly and leads your eye down the panel, but a second action shot here could have added a bit more visual payoff.
The opposite side panel mirrors the rear by reusing the same in ring photo of Ax, carrying that action shot straight through to this angle of the box. It keeps the presentation consistent, but, again, I wish this side had featured a different moment or pose to break things up visually as you rotate the package. With so many great Demolition photos out there, another in ring shot here could have added a little more variety.
Figure Details
The figure is shown without the entrance gear, and he comes with removable entrance pieces, including the spiked vest, mask, and alternate hands, giving a clear look at everything included right out of the box.
The back view shows how clean the overall layout is, with the black harness wrapping across the shoulders and fastening neatly at the center of the back before meeting the trunks. The paint apps stay consistent here, with the stud details carrying through the straps and gear without looking sloppy. I like how the boots, knee pads, and trunks all line up from this angle, giving a solid, uniform look from top to bottom.
With the entrance gear on, the figure really leans into the classic Demolition look, with the spiked vest and forearm guards layered over the harness and trunks. The silver studs are applied cleanly across the gear and line up nicely with the details already sculpted into the boots and knee pads.
The face paint is a strong match to how Demolition actually wore it, with the silver base and red sections laid on in a way that feels hand applied rather than overly clean. I really like that the black line work slightly bleeds into the red, which mirrors how Ax and Smash painted their faces themselves instead of going for perfectly sharp edges. From this angle, the sculpted hair and paint application work together nicely, giving the head a very authentic, lived in look.
The silver paint has a slightly uneven, metallic finish that catches the light in a very natural way and avoids looking flat or overly smooth. From the side, the sculpted hair is slicked back with layered texture, flowing cleanly into the neckline and matching Ax’s familiar ring look. I like how the contrast between the silver paint and the darker hair helps define the profile without needing extra detailing.
The vest shows off some really convincing detailing, especially around the straps, buckles, and ring hardware that wrap around the torso. The silver paint on the metal bits is slightly worn looking, which helps sell the idea of real leather gear rather than something overly clean. I like how the studs are evenly placed but still have enough variation to keep the surface from feeling flat.
The lower legs keep things simple and accurate, with black knee pads sitting above tall boots that feature sculpted folds and seams to give them a worn leather look. The shin guards are finished with evenly spaced silver studs that tie back nicely to the vest and forearm gear. I like how the paint stays clean around the edges here, letting the sculpted texture stand out.
With the mask on, the softer, pliable material really hugs the head sculpt instead of sitting rigidly on top, which helps it conform naturally to the face. You can still see hints of the silver and red face paint peeking through the eye openings and even along the lower edge near the chin, which I love because it mirrors how the mask looked in real life.
The studded texture is packed in tightly across the top and sides, and the eye cutouts line up well with the sculpt underneath. I like how the softer material lets it sit naturally over the face while still holding its form.
From the back, the mask shows soft folds and natural creases that really sell it as fabric rather than a solid shell. The material drapes down over the head with subtle wrinkles, and the studded pattern continues across the top without breaking the flow. I like how those folds add a sense of weight and realism, making the mask feel worn in instead of rigid.
The included alternate hands open things up nicely for different looks, whether he’s gripping the mask or holding it just off to the side. The hand sculpts feel natural and match the scale of the arms, so nothing looks oversized or awkward when swapped in. I really like how this lets you recreate those classic entrance moments.
