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Post by KumaStyle.com (TJ) on May 4, 2020 20:04:47 GMT -5
The version in Kuma’s photo is technically the Arcadia/Marusan release based on the CM’s original mold. It came out a few years later (after CMs unfortunately liquidated and sold off several of their molds, I think?). For all intents and purposes it is exactly the same as the original CM’s Brave 08 with anime accurate finishes applied and no chrome. If I recall, I think Arcadia also purchased CM’s Gordian mold and released it with interchangeable heads for Garbin (capturing both designs described in the anime) which was a pretty cool feature. This is correct. They're pretty one-and-the-same but there are a few improvements to the Dica-Model Marusan as well. Here's a listing from the CDX review:- Better hip articulation. This version now features an extending hip for greater articulation. - Bigger sword and axes (by 25%) - Improved horn to prevent breakage. - improved shoulder joints. So the post stating that the old CMS version is superior is inaccurate even if you prefer the coloring. Regardless just for someone outside looking at the two the color is really the only visual tell at a glance.
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Post by nickgreat on May 4, 2020 23:03:21 GMT -5
The version in Kuma’s photo is technically the Arcadia/Marusan release based on the CM’s original mold. It came out a few years later (after CMs unfortunately liquidated and sold off several of their molds, I think?). For all intents and purposes it is exactly the same as the original CM’s Brave 08 with anime accurate finishes applied and no chrome. If I recall, I think Arcadia also purchased CM’s Gordian mold and released it with interchangeable heads for Garbin (capturing both designs described in the anime) which was a pretty cool feature. This is correct. They're pretty one-and-the-same but there are a few improvements to the Dica-Model Marusan as well. Here's a listing from the CDX review:- Better hip articulation. This version now features an extending hip for greater articulation. - Bigger sword and axes (by 25%) - Improved horn to prevent breakage. - improved shoulder joints. So the post stating that the old CMS version is superior is inaccurate even if you prefer the coloring. Regardless just for someone outside looking at the two the color is really the only visual tell at a glance. Thanks for the comparison photo! I have the CM's one with the chrome thighs and I'm wondering if I should splurge on the new Pose+ one. So I just checked out Ebay prices for reference... wow... ouch.
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Post by gpa on May 4, 2020 23:23:47 GMT -5
This is correct. They're pretty one-and-the-same but there are a few improvements to the Dica-Model Marusan as well. Here's a listing from the CDX review:- Better hip articulation. This version now features an extending hip for greater articulation. - Bigger sword and axes (by 25%) - Improved horn to prevent breakage. - improved shoulder joints. So the post stating that the old CMS version is superior is inaccurate even if you prefer the coloring. Regardless just for someone outside looking at the two the color is really the only visual tell at a glance. Thanks for the comparison photo! I have the CM's one with the chrome thighs and I'm wondering if I should splurge on the new Pose+ one. So I just checked out Ebay prices for reference... wow... ouch. If you know a good middleman service, there's one on Yahoo Japan Auctions at just about retail. There's even a buy it now option for 36800 yen. Looks like the seller has 2 for sale. I bought one from them recently but my middleman can't ship it to me because of the EMS shut down. page.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/m409060730
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Post by monari on May 8, 2020 17:54:10 GMT -5
So the local guy I preordered this with just told me that his supplier won't be able to fulfill the order. Argh. Wish i'd known this a few months ago. At this point, I think i'm sh*t out of luck to find this for a decent price.
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Post by getterjehuty on May 8, 2020 18:30:32 GMT -5
I finally got mine. It is an awesome figure but I got QC issue on the mouthpiece. Like obvious QC issue. I decided to sell it. PM me if anyone wants it.
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Post by KumaStyle.com (TJ) on May 9, 2020 2:55:58 GMT -5
I finally got mine. It is an awesome figure but I got QC issue on the mouthpiece. Like obvious QC issue. I decided to sell it. PM me if anyone wants it. Can you describe or show a pic of what's going on with it? Sorry you got a dud.
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Post by getterjehuty on May 9, 2020 5:23:01 GMT -5
I finally got mine. It is an awesome figure but I got QC issue on the mouthpiece. Like obvious QC issue. I decided to sell it. PM me if anyone wants it. Can you describe or show a pic of what's going on with it? Sorry you got a dud. This one. Shucks that the figure is awesome but my ODness makes me disappointed and want to rid it. Attachments:
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Post by gpa on May 9, 2020 10:15:38 GMT -5
Hmmm.... call it "battle damage"??
Sorry to see that right out of the box on such a pricey figure.
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Post by moleman on May 9, 2020 11:15:14 GMT -5
Can you describe or show a pic of what's going on with it? Sorry you got a dud. This one. Shucks that the figure is awesome but my ODness makes me disappointed and want to rid it. Yikes! Sorry to see that. That is a damn shame, a mediocre paint touch-up right on the front of the face. QC Guy #25 must have been 5 mins away from ending his shift before passing this sample along. Can you contact your retailer and request a replacement head?
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Post by KumaStyle.com (TJ) on May 9, 2020 11:50:46 GMT -5
Can you describe or show a pic of what's going on with it? Sorry you got a dud. This one. Shucks that the figure is awesome but my ODness makes me disappointed and want to rid it. Jesus. What really sucks IMO is that you can tell it was an attempted fix of something vs. just getting another face or head or whatever.
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Post by getterjehuty on May 9, 2020 12:28:20 GMT -5
This one. Shucks that the figure is awesome but my ODness makes me disappointed and want to rid it. Jesus. What really sucks IMO is that you can tell it was an attempted fix of something vs. just getting another face or head or whatever. I know. Sucks truly. Could have been an amazing figure If I get another chance to own one, I’d rather take an open box one from a truster seller so i can ask for pics. Sigh...
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Post by getterjehuty on May 22, 2020 16:46:30 GMT -5
FINALLY. I got an Amazing copy!!!! I love the heft, the paint, and the premium feel about it. And I am not a fan of Goshogun but owning this makes me a fan.
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Post by gpa on May 22, 2020 18:57:49 GMT -5
...Man, I hope Japan Post lifts it's US ban soon. My GoShogun is still stuck at my middleman's house...
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Post by getterjehuty on May 22, 2020 19:43:49 GMT -5
...Man, I hope Japan Post lifts it's US ban soon. My GoShogun is still stuck at my middleman's house... How long was it stuck?
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Post by gpa on May 22, 2020 21:28:22 GMT -5
I got it at the beginning of April, and then like 2 days later the export ban happened while my middleman was waiting for it to arrive.
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Post by S_Gokin on Jul 10, 2020 10:37:45 GMT -5
Hello gang
due to some stupidity i wasn't able to share my review with you, but its all good now
full review in this
photos in this
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Post by gpa on Jul 10, 2020 17:20:01 GMT -5
Thanks for the review S Gokin!
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Post by S_Gokin on Jul 13, 2020 10:02:45 GMT -5
most welcome man, glad you like it
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Post by clayrebel on Jul 13, 2020 13:51:14 GMT -5
At this point, I am ruling out any US distributors in securing a copy of future POSE+ products.
With that said, what are the best international retailers to obtain Pose+ stuff?
I am looking at Baikanfu.
Amiami? NY? HLJ?
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Post by Magmatron on Jul 13, 2020 13:57:39 GMT -5
At this point, I am ruling out any US distributors in securing a copy of future POSE+ products. With that said, what are the best international retailers to obtain Pose+ stuff? I am looking at Baikanfu. Amiami? NY? HLJ? AmiAmi and HLJ are safe bets. Pick whoever is cheaper. Try to avoid NY if you can.
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