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Post by mpchi on Feb 5, 2023 1:36:14 GMT -5
How much are they easy to deal with mostly curious since never used them ? I shop from them regularly. They are pretty good, but can be a bit slow on shipping orders. They usually release hot item preorders in batches. First batch usually have very good price discount, but sold out very fast. Then they may put up a second batch with less or no discount hours/a day later. Then a 3rd with higher price, then another...until they sold out all they can get. S_Gokin ran into some hiccups with them, while I have been good with my orders so far (shopped there for a few years now since Nippon-Yasan folded and took a bunch of customers' money). You can read some of our exchange talking about Nin-nin a bit in the "Online Shop" thread. See if you feel comfortable buying from them. Their Private Warehouse service is particularly slow. robotjapan.proboards.com/thread/26402/online-stores-feedback
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Post by ImpactKaizer on Feb 5, 2023 4:24:56 GMT -5
I'll Probably wait for HobbySearch or Amiami at this point kinda not in the mood to pay upfront this month at as got quite a bit of stuff but I'll definitely bookmark them
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Post by zetaking on Feb 5, 2023 15:27:59 GMT -5
Im gonna wait and pick it up on my next trip back to asia....
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Post by S_Gokin on Feb 6, 2023 7:30:41 GMT -5
it sold out almost everywhere
i thought it would be collecting dust since they are alot of other options (better options in my opinion)
but here we go lol
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Post by Magmatron on Feb 6, 2023 7:48:38 GMT -5
it sold out almost everywhere i thought it would be collecting dust since they are alot of other options (better options in my opinion) but here we go lol It's still a Metal Build, so there's a stronger following. Some people are very loyal to Bandai and like to pick up figures from a single line, rather than mix and match.
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Post by ImpactKaizer on Feb 6, 2023 12:09:59 GMT -5
it sold out almost everywhere i thought it would be collecting dust since they are alot of other options (better options in my opinion) but here we go lol It's almost the case with Ever Bandai Product Pre-order Sold out once released 3 month & the price falls off a cliff with all of them with some few exception
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Post by mpchi on Feb 6, 2023 18:25:46 GMT -5
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Post by ImpactKaizer on Feb 7, 2023 7:59:29 GMT -5
Huh a 2 month gap that's actually decent for his release
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Post by mpchi on Feb 7, 2023 10:39:36 GMT -5
A lot of closeup shots, also showing some side angles of the huge forehead in some. Details on the green clear parts on the body look a bit blurry overall, can't make out of the patterns or designs underneath even at this close. howzatoy.blogspot.com/2023/02/3.html?m=1
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Post by S_Gokin on Feb 7, 2023 13:51:30 GMT -5
It's still a Metal Build, so there's a stronger following. Some people are very loyal to Bandai and like to pick up figures from a single line, rather than mix and match.
you know me bro im only loyal to the product not the company for example if a company called "duck bee" will offer a good figure for a robot that i need i will get it in heart beat lol
dont get me wrong i think this is one is cool but not as cool as what others are offering especially CCS, the LEDs in the effects parts is such a neat feature and i guess its first in the market along with the figure LEDs as well
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Post by Chen on Jun 15, 2023 12:03:48 GMT -5
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Post by zetaking on Jun 15, 2023 13:04:48 GMT -5
From photos it looks better than some of the previous SOC plastic releases...
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Post by mpchi on Jun 15, 2023 16:40:43 GMT -5
Huh, so the MB Shin Getter is almost exactly the size of the Sentinel Riobot. Would be an interesting comparo between those two, knowing their size is so close. Sculpt wise, my preference is Riobot. But I am sure this MB will have some better joint constructions and be an overall sturdier figure.
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Post by amr on Jun 15, 2023 17:52:28 GMT -5
It's still a Metal Build, so there's a stronger following. Some people are very loyal to Bandai and like to pick up figures from a single line, rather than mix and match.
you know me bro im only loyal to the product not the company for example if a company called "duck bee" will offer a good figure for a robot that i need i will get it in heart beat lol
dont get me wrong i think this is one is cool but not as cool as what others are offering especially CCS, the LEDs in the effects parts is such a neat feature and i guess its first in the market along with the figure LEDs as well
Agreed with you saud , I think the Ccstoys still the best shin getter 1 until now (not forgotten the beast of fewture too) but let’s see the reviews and decide then.
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Post by mpchi on Jun 16, 2023 13:30:38 GMT -5
Watched this review from HK, pretty detailed, but only in Cantonese. A few of the main points to point out is that, joints engineering on the shoulders and upper chest is quite impressive. Multiple chest and shoulder panels move together as you move the shoulders or the butterfly joints. Also looks like the whole figure is painted, not much bare polished plastic can be seen (unlike some Metal Builds or SOCs). Needs to be quite careful with the wings and arm blades, very pointy thin plastic that can snap easy. But one major flaws on this reviewed copy is the joints sturdiness, very inconsistent. Hip has diecast ratchet, but both wobbles quite a bit between each click. His waist joint is quite loose, one butterfly joint looser than the other, wings can droop, and both ankles are pretty loose to support the figure (my main concern, always hate loose ankles). If other copies are similar, then joint sturdiness/consistency on this MB Shin Getter can be a real issue. It does look very good though, if you dig the aesthetics.
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Post by zetaking on Jun 16, 2023 13:55:40 GMT -5
Watched this review from HK, pretty detailed, but only in Cantonese. A few of the main points to point out is that, joints engineering on the shoulders and upper chest is quite impressive. Multiple chest and shoulder panels move together as you move the shoulders or the butterfly joints. Also looks like the whole figure is painted, not much bare polished plastic can be seen (unlike some Metal Builds or SOCs). Needs to be quite careful with the wings and arm blades, very pointy thin plastic that can snap easy. But one major flaws on this reviewed copy is the joints sturdiness, very inconsistent. Hip has diecast ratchet, but both wobbles quite a bit between each click. His waist joint is quite loose, one butterfly joint looser than the other, wings can droop, and both ankles are pretty loose to support the figure (my main concern, always hate loose ankles). If other copies are similar, then joint sturdiness/consistency on this MB Shin Getter can be a real issue. It does look very good though, if you dig the aesthetics. Ruler to open the box... good tip...lol I think I prefer the CCS but still going to get this guy. Im hoping in person it will feel along the lines of mazinger metal builds which were decent.
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Post by mpchi on Jun 16, 2023 14:06:15 GMT -5
Here is a shorter review, but with some brief comparison with Riobot towards the end. Commentary wasn't as detailed, so can't compare too much with the previous review, aside they both have loose torso/chest joint. And they both feel the generic MB display stand not sturdy enough with just that one peg to support the whole figure. Both reviewers like the MB enough, with 2nd review more positive.
Spoilers: Stylistic preferences aside, Metal Build wins in paint finish, but Riobot still wins in articulation.
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Post by mpchi on Jun 16, 2023 15:01:15 GMT -5
More negative take from ToysTV. Joints sturdiness and stability was their main concern, with the figure barely able to support itself (loose wobble legs) unless you rely on the display stand. And they are quite upset on those "big diecast balls" designs on the arms/elbows, which looks like they will give you great range of articulation, but turns out mostly for decoration and not that functional, with the elbow bend only slightly more than 90 degree. Overall articulation is lower than what they expected, and they felt like they got mislead by the 'awesome' promo photography picking all the right angles for the articulation, now that they have it in-hand. MB Shin Getter starts at the 1h 29m 29s
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Post by bocasas on Jun 16, 2023 15:55:24 GMT -5
I'd like to see a three side comparison with the riobot and CCS. watching the reviews seems like riobot is better (and looks better to me). CCS has its merits, I'm not so sure about its aesthetics though...
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Post by mpchi on Jun 16, 2023 16:27:17 GMT -5
I'd like to see a three side comparison with the riobot and CCS. watching the reviews seems like riobot is better (and looks better to me). CCS has its merits, I'm not so sure about its aesthetics though... Probably will be something like: Riobot - Nice sculpt and best in articulaion of the 3 with most natural poses. But both joint material and paint can be better. Joints can get loose if you go too crazy posing it a lot. CCSToys - Feels the best in hand, big, heavy, sturdy, metal joints, lights, magnets, but not the best looking in some areas. Metal Build - (speculation) Cool broad proportion, nice paint finish, some parts with great joint engineering, but some parts fell short with limited articulation for no good reason. Some joint tightness and wobble issues.
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