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Post by kaeruze on Jan 13, 2014 18:18:14 GMT -5
That is well known in GX-47 mine is too! Sorry to hear that, but yeah it seems to be a common issue. I hope this Getter doesn't suffer from this problem although black matte paint is probably easier to touch up than GX-47 if needed. Awesome pictures Typev3, I love that last dynamic pose!
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Post by greengetterguy on Jan 13, 2014 18:23:18 GMT -5
Got mine in this morning and have been messing around with it most of the day. I'm of two opinions here: 1. I'm probably one of the few who hasn't quite been sold on Sentinel toys. I like them a lot and respect their engineering/paintwork but I've found the build quality (specifically the RIOBOT line) to be sub-par. Black Getter addresses that issue and now I don't think I have anything to complain about. So in that respect this is the best Sentinel toy I own and I'm officially on the bandwagon! 2. As great as it is, I'm not sure it blows the competition out of the water. I'll admit it's better than most of the SRC lineup but not by much. I think the higher price tag is really coloring my expectations here. These are still my initial thoughts and as I'm about to write a full review, opinions might change. I should have a video posted within the next day or two for those interested. Also, took some quick pictures: ![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bd48_KLCYAA5bFe.jpg:large) ![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bd5D134IQAAvtjM.jpg:large) I eagerly await your video. Thanks for the trouble. ![:)](http://lemonstre.fr/robot-japan/smileys/smiley.png)
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Post by Gakken on Jan 13, 2014 18:57:01 GMT -5
Idk, the average SRC cost $50-60 bucks before shipping. For $20 bucks more you get a really solid stand, and amazing cloth cape, a bit of innovation, and a better finish/fit/paint apps imo.
I'd say the diecast is about the same, though I don't remember the SRC Shin having any diecast in the arms.
For me the SRC line doesn't look right on my shelf along side my Yamato's, Hot Toys, and MP's, but this guy fits in fine. It feels more like a toy than an action figure. I honestly think SRC's are overpriced, but I feel good buying these at around $100 shipped.
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Post by Chen on Jan 13, 2014 19:02:10 GMT -5
I should get mine tomorrow hopefully.
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Post by typev3 on Jan 13, 2014 19:23:38 GMT -5
Idk, the average SRC cost $50-60 bucks before shipping. For $20 bucks more you get a really solid stand, and amazing cloth cape, a bit of innovation, and a better finish/fit/paint apps imo. I'd say the diecast is about the same, though I don't remember the SRC Shin having any diecast in the arms. For me the SRC line doesn't look right on my shelf along side my Yamato's, Hot Toys, and MP's, but this guy fits in fine. It feels more like a toy than an action figure. I honestly think SRC's are overpriced, but I feel good buying these at around $100 shipped. Yeah, I can see your point - especially with the additions of the display stand and cape. Then again it's hard to draw a straight comparison. When it comes to the larger SRCs like Shin Getter and Mazinkaiser, I agree and think they're slightly overpriced for what you get. But if I were to compare Black Getter with something like SRC Shin Mazinger or MMPR Megazord, then things get more tricky. Both of these SRCs retailed at ¥5000 while Black Getter is ¥10,000. Obviously Black Getter is better but is the core figure twice as good? Personally, I don't think so. For me, Black Getter feels like a $70 toy with $30 worth of accessories, and I guess in that respect, the price is starting to make more sense to me. Of course, I don't expect my method of thinking to apply to anyone so in the end it's all about what you value most in your toys.
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Post by TheMazingerZ on Jan 13, 2014 19:36:44 GMT -5
Like I said, I love this Black Getter. But like typev3, I don't think it is king between all SRC and alike type figures. How do you guys think this Black Getter will fair against the upcoming SRC Genesic GaoGaiGar? Hell, even against simpler SRCs like Mazinkaiser?! It is hard to get past the character preferences, but IMO the Sentinel looking better engineered doesn't necessarily mean it is a better figure. Either way, I'm getting the Sentinel Getter-1 as well! ![;)](http://lemonstre.fr/robot-japan/smileys/wink.png) }D
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Post by mojacko on Jan 13, 2014 20:02:25 GMT -5
Idk, the average SRC cost $50-60 bucks before shipping. For $20 bucks more you get a really solid stand, and amazing cloth cape, a bit of innovation, and a better finish/fit/paint apps imo. I'd say the diecast is about the same, though I don't remember the SRC Shin having any diecast in the arms. For me the SRC line doesn't look right on my shelf along side my Yamato's, Hot Toys, and MP's, but this guy fits in fine. It feels more like a toy than an action figure. I honestly think SRC's are overpriced, but I feel good buying these at around $100 shipped. Yeah, I can see your point - especially with the additions of the display stand and cape. Then again it's hard to draw a straight comparison. When it comes to the larger SRCs like Shin Getter and Mazinkaiser, I agree and think they're slightly overpriced for what you get. But if I were to compare Black Getter with something like SRC Shin Mazinger or MMPR Megazord, then things get more tricky. Both of these SRCs retailed at ¥5000 while Black Getter is ¥10,000. Obviously Black Getter is better but is the core figure twice as good? Personally, I don't think so. For me, Black Getter feels like a $70 toy with $30 worth of accessories, and I guess in that respect, the price is starting to make more sense to me. Of course, I don't expect my method of thinking to apply to anyone so in the end it's all about what you value most in your toys. IMO its really hard to argue about the price for each robot....but im more inclined to Mazinger figures so i would be biased with the SRC lineup.... if for some reason the SRC line up doesnt look right on your shelf....then why dont you re-arrange your shelf??? i would guess that this new getter look great displayed with the hot toys is because it has a fabric on it.....thats why it suits your "taste".... price wise im OK with the SRC...just sayin....peace!!!
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Post by Gakken on Jan 13, 2014 20:48:57 GMT -5
Idk, I'm not trying to insult SRC lovers, but they just didn't look as "finished". More in the vein of a Figarts figure status. The only SOC I have is Big O with the upgrade kid so I don't have a ton of Gokin in my collection. I had Gunbuster and Shin Getter but I sold them.
Also, I'm sure sentinel has much, much smaller runs of figures than Bandai, so that will make them more collectible and it should decrease QA issues.
Everybody likes different things, or has a different direction for their collection.
Well, BG retailed for $80ish and Src's retail for $50ish. So if you say it feels like a $70 dollar toy it was haha. Src's are $70 with shipping.
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Post by typev3 on Jan 13, 2014 21:09:26 GMT -5
Idk, I'm not trying to insult SRC lovers, but they just didn't look as "finished". More in the vein of a Figarts figure status. The only SOC I have is Big O with the upgrade kid so I don't have a ton of Gokin in my collection. I had Gunbuster and Shin Getter but I sold them. Also, I'm sure sentinel has much, much smaller runs of figures than Bandai, so that will make them more collectible and it should decrease QA issues. Everybody likes different things, or has a different direction for their collection. Well, BG retailed for $80ish and Src's retail for $50ish. So if you say it feels like a $70 dollar toy it was haha. Src's are $70 with shipping. Nah, Black Getter retailed for $100; $80 was the amiami discount price. If we're going to use that then to put things in proper perspective SRCs on average cost about $35-40. But that's besides the point; everyone likes different things and that's totally cool. For example, I personally still like the SRC Gurren Lagann over this Getter (and I know that's going to be a VERY unpopular opinion!). Speaking of which... ![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bd57sdBCEAALhlw.jpg:medium) In my hands I could have sworn BG felt a lot bigger! And the cape is damn awesome! ![](http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3746/11942412304_9c71b029dc_c.jpg)
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Post by silverdonz on Jan 13, 2014 21:28:57 GMT -5
I dont know when I will get to hold this fat baby ![:P](http://lemonstre.fr/robot-japan/smileys/tongue.png) I picked small packet sall shipment, usually with EMS it only takes 3 days max after recieving shipment notice. ![:P](http://lemonstre.fr/robot-japan/smileys/tongue.png)
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Post by silverdonz on Jan 13, 2014 21:32:53 GMT -5
Got mine in this morning and have been messing around with it most of the day. I'm of two opinions here: 1. I'm probably one of the few who hasn't quite been sold on Sentinel toys. I like them a lot and respect their engineering/paintwork but I've found the build quality (specifically the RIOBOT line) to be sub-par. Black Getter addresses that issue and now I don't think I have anything to complain about. So in that respect this is the best Sentinel toy I own and I'm officially on the bandwagon! 2. As great as it is, I'm not sure it blows the competition out of the water. I'll admit it's better than most of the SRC lineup but not by much. I think the higher price tag is really coloring my expectations here. These are still my initial thoughts and as I'm about to write a full review, opinions might change. I should have a video posted within the next day or two for those interested. Also, took some quick pictures: ![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bd48_KLCYAA5bFe.jpg:large) ![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bd5D134IQAAvtjM.jpg:large) Bro u should try RIOBOT DELPHENE N GURREN LAGANN, I think this getter is not from riobot line ![:)](http://lemonstre.fr/robot-japan/smileys/smiley.png)
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Post by Gakken on Jan 13, 2014 23:23:22 GMT -5
Idk.. I never see SRC's PO for $35.. only discounted after months of being on amazon. I never saw this figure for $100, unless it was on BBTS or EBAY. HLJ, NY, and AA had it for $80.
I think Getter 1 will be more expensive though by about 10 bucks.
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Post by choryujin on Jan 13, 2014 23:32:35 GMT -5
I PO'd Getter 1 for 8300 yen at AmiAmi. Now they need to ship my Black Getter. I got the last one they had and paid on Saturday with a status of paid in the order. How long does it take them to fully process and ship?
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Post by chogokinabdul on Jan 14, 2014 1:33:55 GMT -5
Guys , most of the src are priced around the 40 when pre ordered from ami ami except for kaiser and shin getter while black getter is priced around 84 at pre order at ami ami so that is double the price Heck at one point src were pre ordered at the 35 price tag at ami ami!
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Post by hkj711 on Jan 14, 2014 2:32:23 GMT -5
Just had my preorder for the black getter from Nippon-Yasan cancelled with no stated reason (assume they ran out of stock since it shows "not available" now). Just curious if anyone else had this happen to them.
Update: I asked N-Y why it was cancelled and they told me that when I preordered, the figure was already released and sold out (but their website was not updated to reflect this) but since they were closed for the new year, they only now cancelled my order
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Post by Chen on Jan 14, 2014 7:35:59 GMT -5
Go f**k yourself baron. Or is that action awesomes job? Who exactly gets to be the man in your guys relationship? You sir have exactly 24 hours to make a public appolgy or be banned. That was totally un-called for and rude. Times up.
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Post by TheMazingerZ on Jan 14, 2014 10:22:57 GMT -5
Keep your eyes peeled for a new member joining soon. Should be fairly easy to tell if it's the same person... ![;)](http://lemonstre.fr/robot-japan/smileys/wink.png) }D
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Post by typev3 on Jan 14, 2014 10:55:51 GMT -5
Guys , most of the src are priced around the 40 when pre ordered from ami ami except for kaiser and shin getter while black getter is priced around 84 at pre order at ami ami so that is double the price Heck at one point src were pre ordered at the 35 price tag at ami ami! Actually, just last summer I believe the SRC Mazinger Z re-issue was 25! --- Sentinel put up a video to show how not to break your Getter`s arms: Though, if I'm honest I don't think this is why the forearms are snapping. On my Getter, the first elbow joint on the left arm (The plastic one that goes inside the gold section) was paint fused together. I had to carefully pry it open with some tools to get it to work. However, had I just gone about it forcefully I'm pretty sure it would have easily snapped.
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Post by Chen on Jan 14, 2014 10:56:11 GMT -5
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Post by TheMazingerZ on Jan 14, 2014 12:08:06 GMT -5
Guys , most of the src are priced around the 40 when pre ordered from ami ami except for kaiser and shin getter while black getter is priced around 84 at pre order at ami ami so that is double the price Heck at one point src were pre ordered at the 35 price tag at ami ami! Actually, just last summer I believe the SRC Mazinger Z re-issue was 25! --- Sentinel put up a video to show how not to break your Getter`s arms: Though, if I'm honest I don't think this is why the forearms are snapping. On my Getter, the first elbow joint on the left arm (The plastic one that goes inside the gold section) was paint fused together. I had to carefully pry it open with some tools to get it to work. However, had I just gone about it forcefully I'm pretty sure it would have easily snapped. Thanks for the video. The last part was juzt too funny! Looked like BG dropped a load! ![(rofl)](http://lemonstre.fr/robot-japan/smileys/rofl.png) }D
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