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Post by Deckard on Oct 26, 2015 9:10:54 GMT -5
Metal balls and magnets aside, they are constructed of a dense (quality) plastic, probably a resin of sorts - which allows for a nice crispness of detail. Personally I enjoy their unusual feel when compared to the more run-of-the-mill gokin stuff. To me they have a high-end model kit/toy feel, and I think it's worth buying and handling at least one of their figures, even if in the end you decide against further purchases.
Their unique engineering and aesthetic is worth experiencing for yourself, not to mention their range of robots is refreshing. I'm not too fussed with the prices myself, yeah, they seem a little too pricy for what you get, but nothing like the crap Arcadia is pulling with their Macross line.
As for the metal content, when you combine all the metal ball joints together, you'll probably find more metal content than what's been in Bandai gokins of late...just a thought. Personally I'm not hung up on diecast, so the lack of metal in any of the limbs is of no consequence to me.
Bottom line, they are a somewhat acquired taste, but the unique engineering works, and they are totally worth the asking price.
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Post by Deckard on Oct 25, 2015 10:07:16 GMT -5
Hope we are privy to some production shots soon, really looking forward to these; big time. That Getter Arc is wicked, and totally digging the Shin Getter Dragon too.
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Post by Deckard on Oct 22, 2015 4:48:10 GMT -5
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Post by Deckard on Oct 19, 2015 17:12:30 GMT -5
If I see one, will do
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Post by Deckard on Oct 19, 2015 9:45:01 GMT -5
That's cool...but we are talking about the actual MSRP - as set by threezero; and both figures cost exactly the same amount. Their Mazinger Z is one of my faves. i got your point now but i dont understand with Mazinger z you get more unlike Getter and its shorter so why the charge $330 for it Didn't realize Getter was shorter...that's a silly move. To be honest, the more I look at Getter Robo, the less I feel for it. Part of what makes their Mazinger Z so cool, is the steampunk aesthetic; with the big square legs and feet, and the "realistic" hip design - it looks so interesting and different, it's brought a new twist to my collection, and is always a pleasure to look at. Unfortunately with Getter Robo, it's a little too regular looking, and it isn't keeping my interest like Mazinger Z did - and still does. I think I'd instead prefer one of Fewture's Getters in this case. I might get to see one later on this year while in Tokyo, I'll probably make my decision then.
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Post by Deckard on Oct 18, 2015 19:48:17 GMT -5
Mazinger Z was $330 shipped - direct from threezero. Unless I'm missing something, there's no price hike on Getter; they are identically priced. i paid $230 for mine on AE when it was on PO as for shipping it was around $55 because i shipped other stuff with it i liked their Mazinger so much i didn't wait for reviews or any thing but i cant say the same for Getter That's cool...but we are talking about the actual MSRP - as set by threezero; and both figures cost exactly the same amount. Their Mazinger Z is one of my faves.
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Post by Deckard on Oct 18, 2015 0:03:48 GMT -5
i honestly loved their Mazinger Z even tho that its made of plastic but its a great quality plastic and its an awesome display piece the thing with Getter is the head design its small and not accurate in any ways, also like you guys said its $330 about $100 more than what i paid for my Mazinger z (new) and it came with more accessories than Getter also hes taller so why they are charging a $100 extra ? anyways im not pulling the plug on it till i see the final product and some decent reviews Mazinger Z was $330 shipped - direct from threezero. Unless I'm missing something, there's no price hike on Getter; they are identically priced.
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Post by Deckard on Oct 17, 2015 23:59:29 GMT -5
Much like their Mazinger Z, Getter Robo is probably awesome in-hand, but I'd like to see one in person, just to be sure.
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Post by Deckard on Oct 14, 2015 19:57:21 GMT -5
Sharp work!
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Post by Deckard on Oct 13, 2015 21:31:41 GMT -5
Looks like they've bitten off more than they can chew...wait and see.
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Post by Deckard on Oct 13, 2015 6:16:48 GMT -5
Neat, but not at MSRP.
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Post by Deckard on Oct 13, 2015 6:15:42 GMT -5
Just saw these, neat.
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Post by Deckard on Oct 13, 2015 6:12:36 GMT -5
Looks great.
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Post by Deckard on Oct 8, 2015 21:03:53 GMT -5
Yeah, Angolz is generally a no go for me too, as they charge in US dollars. Living in Sydney, I always prefer stores that deal in the Yen, as the Aussie dollar is generally much weaker against the US dollar - it's pretty crap against the Yen too though I've got a 'pile of loot' waiting for me at BBTS (with stuff I couldn't buy from Japan), and I am dreading the day I hit the "ship now" tab. With crazy shipping costs and a 30% loss on every single Aussie dollar, it reminds why I don't have a hard time passing on stuff I don't really love.
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Post by Deckard on Oct 7, 2015 23:36:20 GMT -5
Regult now available at Angolz... Thanks, dude! Ordered! There you go...as I've said...where there's a will...there's a way! And of course, lotsa help from you awesome mofos on here. Thanks again! Awesome, dude!
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Post by Deckard on Oct 7, 2015 19:50:00 GMT -5
Regult now available at Angolz...
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Post by Deckard on Oct 7, 2015 19:48:55 GMT -5
Regult now available at Angolz...
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Post by Deckard on Oct 7, 2015 10:29:26 GMT -5
The parts forming parts and low metal content in this bandai's Hi-Metal valk has been mentioned like 5 years ago in some of the reviews on youtube. I dont understand why are people so disappointed? I am actually more disappointed how tiny it is compared to other Bandais small robot lineup. The price versus the engineering I guess is considered overpriced for me. Bandai has made RG Gundam model which are far more articulated and complicated compared to with this Hi-Metal valks. But then again model kits vs a toy plus the Macross fanbase that would pay top dollar$$$ for such a small but well designed valk is the selling point. I wasn't interested back then, so the metal content (or lack of it), isn't old news for me. And back then you could by a Yamato Valkyrie for $100 or so...and that no longer being the case, is a VERY big reason why this line will most likely succeed - the ever worsening global economy, helps too.
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Post by Deckard on Oct 6, 2015 23:09:48 GMT -5
come on guys, what your take on this line? Convenient size, quality product, superb incoming lineup and provides an alternative to Arcadia's uber expensive product. This is probably the first time that I'll be buying so many toys from one series/toy line. As far as I'm concerned, the Hi-Metal R line is the first series that seems to be offering the comprehensive range of mechs that we've always wanted. In summation, they take little shelf space - but present just as well as the 1/60 scale, and you can buy 3-4 of them for the price of one Arcadia. One complaint though; unless I'm missing something here, where's the "metal" content? This toy line (so far), has no right calling itself "Hi-Metal", it's false advertising playing on the diecast fetish of collectors, that kinda irks me.
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Post by Deckard on Oct 6, 2015 21:18:45 GMT -5
Which Bandai stand is compatible with these Hi-Metal R figures? Tamashii stage act 5 will work. Thank you
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