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Post by epicasino on Aug 29, 2005 20:42:44 GMT -5
Well, I'm finally getting my first SOC, it's Mazinger Z, GX-01R!!! I bought it from ebay, it still hasn't shipped, but I will post again as soon as I get it and post pics! I'm really excited about this figure, it's the ultimate Mazinger Z figure as far as I'm concerned!
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Post by Shin Getter P on Aug 29, 2005 20:45:34 GMT -5
Congrats! ;D Hope you enjoy it.
SGP
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Post by Kuro Kishi on Aug 29, 2005 21:18:16 GMT -5
You will enjoy it,epicasino! GX-01R is practically flawless,nearly all die-cast, and has tons of gimmicks(including the firing missile and Jet Scrander) and accessories(Jet Scrander,too).
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Post by epicasino on Aug 29, 2005 21:29:33 GMT -5
Shin Getter P: Thanks! I'm sure I will.
CHOGOv9: This is the Mazinger Z figure that should have been available when I was a kid. I was a real fan of the cartoon as a kid, that's why I'm getting this SOC. I appreciate the quality of the line and the designs, but I must know the character to buy it, and Mazinger Z is a favourite of my childhood.
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Post by Ben-Ohki on Aug 29, 2005 22:26:41 GMT -5
Great! GX01R was also my first SoC and I gotta say, it definitely is one of the best. Tons of option accessories and gimmicks - you'll enjoy it. And the best part? No sprue-attached parts to cut or stickers to apply so you get to keep this guy minty fresh and enjoy displaying him at the same time!
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Post by mechapunk on Aug 30, 2005 0:44:35 GMT -5
I started with GX-01R myself. I am so glad I waited and did not allow myself to get ripped off by scalpers when it was only GX-01 that was available. GX-01R captures the essence of what a modern gokin of a classic super robot should be. my warmest congratulations to you Epicasino!
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Post by changetter123 on Aug 30, 2005 1:53:07 GMT -5
Congrats on your first purchase of the SOC GX-01R, yes, do post some pictures up ;D It's your first SOC purchase and I think it won't be your last, once you started there's no ending ...
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Post by Chen on Aug 30, 2005 4:12:16 GMT -5
Gx-01R is the perfect first SOC to get, the price is right and the figure itself is practically perfect. Once you do receive it I would love to see some pictures and comments of what you think.
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Post by Omni Existence on Aug 30, 2005 9:58:34 GMT -5
Congrats! ;D 01R is a great SOC, but I very much prefer the 07 version myself. In any case, it's a great acquisition. Enjoy it!
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Post by Actarus on Aug 30, 2005 12:36:42 GMT -5
Yeah it's really a nice piece of art!
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Post by 00silvergt on Aug 30, 2005 13:53:40 GMT -5
Congratulations to your first step in the membership of adults collecting toys of robots from the past that are both of excellent quality and extremely addictive. So addictive and costly in fact that I say get another job or two just to sustain the hobby! And/Or get used to having Instant Ramen for your meals lol Of course this is followed by gut-wrenching anticipation for the next one or a favorite, often resulting in some sense of non-fulfillment! ;D That was of course tongue in cheek! Enjoy your GX-01R
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Post by ataru on Aug 30, 2005 17:25:09 GMT -5
Congrats on the GX-01R. One of my favorite SOCs easily, perhaps even my favorite.
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Post by GC8 Monkey on Aug 30, 2005 20:36:12 GMT -5
Great choice. GX-01R is still one of my favorites. Very well designed and as it has been stated before, a wonderful amount of accessories.
Enjoy and welcome to the cult of SOC! ;D
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Post by epicasino on Aug 30, 2005 21:10:30 GMT -5
I started buying toys as an "adult" with some MOC Gobots (I never had them as a child, so I had to have them). I got Turbo, Leader-1 (blue), Night Ranger and Crasher. I also got a loose Scooter. After that, I started buying the new Masters Of The Universe line, and a Commemorative edition of the classic He-Man. I bought two more robots, 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime and the GT-01 Mazinger Z. Now, it's time to get another quality Japanese robot, that's why I've ordered GX-01R, the perfect Mazinger Z. I know there are bigger and more expensive versions, but none of them come with these amount of accesories, the thing shoots its fists! When I get it, I'll post pics of Mazinger and my other toys!
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Post by epicasino on Aug 30, 2005 21:11:36 GMT -5
I forgot to say that I'm also getting GT-03 and GT-08 in the same deal!
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Post by 00silvergt on Aug 31, 2005 20:02:41 GMT -5
I started buying toys as an "adult" with some MOC Gobots (I never had them as a child, so I had to have them). I got Turbo, Leader-1 (blue), Night Ranger and Crasher. I also got a loose Scooter. After that, I started buying the new Masters Of The Universe line, and a Commemorative edition of the classic He-Man. I bought two more robots, 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime and the GT-01 Mazinger Z. Now, it's time to get another quality Japanese robot, that's why I've ordered GX-01R, the perfect Mazinger Z. I know there are bigger and more expensive versions, but none of them come with these amount of accesories, the thing shoots its fists! When I get it, I'll post pics of Mazinger and my other toys! I remember having both leader-ones as a kid. The grey one we all know and love along with the All-american blue one. I wonder if it is still lurking around my paren't house. I had the Red Turbo as a Kid and the semi that look like Optimus Prime...Road something or rather.
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Post by roboto on Sept 1, 2005 7:59:07 GMT -5
GX-07 Mazinger Z OVA Version was my first Mazinger Z SOC. It's still my favorite. I got the rest of the SOC Mazinger Zs later on. They all have their own special characteristics. If you watch the original TV anime series, the GX-01 resembles the Mazinger Z in the first few episodes while the GX-01R resembles that in the final episodes. You just got to get them all. BTW, do you know that the first production of the GX-01 has some quality problems with the mouth (Rust Tornado outlet)? It's actually where the lower jaw connects with upper part of the head. In Taiwan they call this the "waizui ban" (Twisted Mouth Version). Anyway, even with the qc problem, this GX-01 is selling at higher prices with Taiwanese and Hong Kong SOC collectors. Strange...
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Post by 00silvergt on Sept 1, 2005 17:15:45 GMT -5
I don't think GX-01's face was ever right...hence GX-01R and for some extent GX-07. I personally like the anime version instead of the manga version.
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Post by Chen on Sept 1, 2005 17:26:27 GMT -5
GX-01R's face is more accurate to the later eps of Mazinger and the last 2/3 eps of Great Mazinger. I like GX-01R's face better than GX-07 which was is little horse faced for me but atleast it was a completely different Mazinger design.
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Post by Ben-Ohki on Sept 2, 2005 13:56:32 GMT -5
GX-01R's face is more accurate to the later eps of Mazinger and the last 2/3 eps of Great Mazinger. I like GX-01R's face better than GX-07 which was is little horse faced for me but atleast it was a completely different Mazinger design. I couldn't put my finger on it but something about GX-07 always bugged me and now I know what it is - thanks, Chen! "So GX-07 walks into a bar. Bartender says, why the long face?"
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