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Wor-Gar
04-28-2006, 05:17 PM
Which would you prefer?
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/batmanvsbatman.jpg
Again we have a height issue here...
:D
King Darkness
04-28-2006, 05:22 PM
I would have to choose the Hot Toys Batman....There seems to be more detail in the belt and the cod peice seems to fit better....also I think the head sculpt looks a little better, but that could just be the angle that you are looking at them...and the most obvious is that the HT Batman is taller!
LOTRFan
04-28-2006, 05:22 PM
Bigger is better in most cases, but the cape on the both of them looks way too big. :monkey1
Hot Toys, hands down, the Med head and chest are way too small for that Iconic figure, plus I'm sure the HT will have better accessories knowing HT.
Not at all concerned about the height issue
Jesseawilson
04-28-2006, 05:54 PM
HT
Jesse
well....price is also an issue. They both look good but if HT is cheaper I would get that one. But if Medicom is $100 less, go for Medicom. :D
Wor-Gar
04-28-2006, 06:05 PM
HT
Jesse
OMG, Jesse and his avatar are back!
I haven't seen you two on the board for a long time, at least not around Star Wars or LOTR.
Batty
04-28-2006, 06:11 PM
I prefer the size of the HT. I also like the detail in the belt.
Shai Hulud
04-28-2006, 06:13 PM
HOT TOYS.AND I'M SAYING IT AGAIN: MEDICOM IS OVERATED: TOO EXPENSIVE AND TOO SMALL..
Jesseawilson
04-28-2006, 06:13 PM
OMG, Jesse and his avatar are back!
I haven't seen you two on the board for a long time, at least not around Star Wars or LOTR.
:rotfl Awwwwweee I was missed. :o
I have been spending some time away but things should be calming done more at work, giving me a little more free time to bless this board with my presance. :D
Jesse
Wor-Gar
04-28-2006, 06:19 PM
:rotfl Awwwwweee I was missed. :o
I have been spending some time away but things should be calming done more at work, giving me a little more free time to bless this board with my presance. :D
Jesse
Good to see you back.
Anyway, I think its pretty clear that HT is superior in almost every aspect. The cape does look a bit long but isn't that how he wore it? I remember it dragging around corners and stuff.
I know a lot of you will disagree but I'd like to see Sideshow do the Batman villains from the Burton/Schumacher films.
Nicholson Joker
DeVito Penguin
Pfeiffer Catwoman
Carey Riddler
Jones Two-Face
Thurman Ivy
yes, even Ar-nuld Mr. Freeze
The Burton ones especially, as they had great costume designs.
Buttmunch
04-28-2006, 06:23 PM
Definately Hot Toys. I don't see why Medicom is so "popular." They suck and their prices are rediculous. We got a Great Jedi Luke for about 1/3 or more of the cost of the crappy Medicom one.
Wor-Gar
04-28-2006, 06:58 PM
Definately Hot Toys. I don't see why Medicom is so "popular." They suck and their prices are rediculous. We got a Great Jedi Luke for about 1/3 or more of the cost of the crappy Medicom one.
Again, I think the support for Medicom comes from those who spent the money and now are faced with better product for a lot less. Its called buyer's remorse.
BDboystoys
04-28-2006, 07:08 PM
HT is FAR superior. The sculpt, the body, the height and stature. Its just far more realistic overall.
EVILFACE
04-28-2006, 07:21 PM
Hot Toys by far with all the points above and the gold of the belt looks far better than the plastic looking gold of Medicoms. Medicoms is way to short, is that Robin?
wookilar8
04-28-2006, 07:22 PM
Damn it! I can't believe I'm gonna be forced to buy a third Batman Begeins fig. Just when I thought I could put this character behind me and move on to something else.:monkey2
Agent23
04-28-2006, 07:45 PM
Chalk up another vote for the Hot Toys Batman.
Gruff Old Bear
04-28-2006, 08:13 PM
THANK YOU very much for posting the comparison photo; I've been wanting to see one.
Oh, Hot Toys, definitely.
Darklord Dave
04-28-2006, 08:18 PM
Is this photo real or a composite? I can't see how it could be real since the HT one isn't out yet. And let's see Takara's in there too.
But the Medicom one is pretty short. If the prices hold true to what I'm hearing, HT will be significantly cheaper as well. I'm a sucker though - I 'll get them all.
Sith Lord 0498
04-28-2006, 08:45 PM
I would have to go with the Hot Toys version. The height is better. The detail on the belt and armor is better. The face sculpt...ehhh...I can't decide. Lastly, the price on the Hot Toys version is likely to be better than the Medicom.
While I've never actually held a Medicom in my hands (with the exception of a Stormtrooper...but that's a pretty bland figure regardless of who makes it), I'd have to agree that they are overrated and way too expensive. Just seeing the side-by-side pictures of Jedi Knight Luke proves that. Medicom looks like a frickin' toy!!!
I would have to go with the Hot Toys version. The height is better. The detail on the belt and armor is better. The face sculpt...ehhh...I can't decide. Lastly, the price on the Hot Toys version is likely to be better than the Medicom.
While I've never actually held a Medicom in my hands (with the exception of a Stormtrooper...but that's a pretty bland figure regardless of who makes it), I'd have to agree that they are overrated and way too expensive. Just seeing the side-by-side pictures of Jedi Knight Luke proves that. Medicom looks like a frickin' toy!!!
Sith Lord, you might want to check out Michael Crawford's honest appraisal of the Med BB.
I found the review link, here ya go.
http://www.mwctoys.com/REVIEW_012706a.htm
Super Poseable
04-28-2006, 09:16 PM
Medicom looks like a frickin' toy!!!
But it is a toy!:lol
I'm pleased with the Medicom I have, but I can't wait to add both the Hot Toys and Takara versions to the collection as well.
Darth Rage
04-28-2006, 09:41 PM
Hot toys. I think the face looks much better.
When's it coming and how much?
Murderofcrows71
04-28-2006, 11:08 PM
Any word on if Sideshow is gonna be able to carry these here in the states?
Sith Lord 0498
04-29-2006, 07:56 AM
Sith Lord, you might want to check out Michael Crawford's honest appraisal of the Med BB.
I found the review link, here ya go.
http://www.mwctoys.com/REVIEW_012706a.htm
Thanks for the link. I had a chance to read it, and I'm even more convinced now that the Medicom Batman is a waste of money. And that cape is way too big!!!
EVILFACE
04-29-2006, 09:18 AM
The cape needs to be big, did some people not see the movie?
drbrad1975
04-29-2006, 10:05 AM
I prefer the HT Batman. The headsculpt looks better, the belt has nicer detail, the cod piece looks better and more accurate, the batsymbol isn't matted like the rest of the outfit, the transition from the gauntlets to the hands looks much better, and the cowl looks better (the ears on the medicom looks off to me). Plus I think the HT will have better accesories and it will fit in line with my other 12ers height wise. I can't imagine at this point in time that the Takara will look any better. From the pics I have seen, the cowl on the Takara isn't accurate. I am definitely getting the HT Batman and Superman. Medicom use to be the standard by which all other 12ers were measured back in the day, then SSC stepped in and now HT. Now is a great time to be a 12in collector!!!
Brad
The Medicom one looks like Robin stole Batman's suit! ..and I mean the female Robin!
DarkArtist81
04-29-2006, 01:07 PM
Yeah, the HT Batman is far superior in my mind. Just a lot more detail and better paint apps. If I were to get anything, that would be the one.
I've just never been happy with Medicom or anything they've put out so far... Not to say it's a bad company, I've just not been impressed. :monkey1
chamildav
04-29-2006, 06:16 PM
The Medicom Batman figure is actually pretty nice. It is short, I don't know why they didn't use the same almost 12" figure they did for Spidey and Vader and instead chose the 11" inch body. But I guess they had thier reason. I think it was a mistake. But this figure is not a peace of junk. It's really very well done.
I haven't seen the Hot Toys or Takara yet but I do have the Takara on order from HLJ because it looked great in the photo's. I haven't placed an order yet for the Hot Toys Batman and Superman yet but I imagine I will. Who am I kidding, I'm sure I will. The HT Superman definately looks like the cream of the crop although I do have the DCD 13" on order also. I think it looks pretty good also, just too tall and it won't have the detail work put into the much more expensive HT figure.
Maybe if Medicom and DCD could get together they'ed make a 1/6th figure instead of an approx. 1/6.5 and 1/5.5 respectively.
Darklord Dave
04-29-2006, 07:40 PM
I haven't put all my Medicom side by side, but it seems that they use the smaller body for movie based figures. Rocketeer, movie Spidey, Batman, Luke -are all on the same body I think. I know movie Spidey is smaller than comic Spidey at least.
I haven't put all my Medicom side by side, but it seems that they use the smaller body for movie based figures. Rocketeer, movie Spidey, Batman, Luke -are all on the same body I think. I know movie Spidey is smaller than comic Spidey at least.
I think you're right there, DD. They're all the same body, look at their first release Darth, great piece but it's too small too!
Batty
04-29-2006, 11:29 PM
A couple more shots of HT Batman.
http://img86.imageshack.us/img86/9162/newbatman37ds.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img138.imageshack.us/img138/7507/402jb.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
TheObsoleteMan
05-01-2006, 11:00 AM
Judging by the pics in this thread...
http://threads.rebelscum.com/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=UBB38&Number=1850700&page=0&view=collapsed&sb=5&o=&fpart=4
I'd say Takara Bats is the winner.
Viking28
05-01-2006, 11:04 AM
That Takara Bats is AWESOME!!!!!! Were can I find one at?
Shai Hulud
05-01-2006, 11:42 AM
Yeah Takara is the overall winner, but hot toys has a better face sculpt....And Medicom's one is not even close from those 2..he looks like a Hasbro...
TheObsoleteMan
05-01-2006, 11:46 AM
Yeah Takara is the overall winner, but hot toys has a better face sculpt....And Medicom's one is not even close from those 2..he looks like a Hasbro...The Takara face sculpt is the only one of the three that actually looks like Bale under the mask to me.
Shai Hulud
05-01-2006, 12:10 PM
The Takara face sculpt is the only one of the three that actually looks like Bale under the mask to me.
Nahh..hot toys better....but the body is better on takara...
check those faces....
TAKARA
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d139/kingshaihulud/takarabats1.jpg
HOT TOYS
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d139/kingshaihulud/newbatman37ds.jpg
TheObsoleteMan
05-01-2006, 12:18 PM
Still going with Takara, the exposed part on the HT face just looks generic to me.
Overall HT detail is superior, check out the mask, ears, etc, the faces look fairly similar to me so HT wins my order, but they're both far better than Med.
EVILFACE
05-01-2006, 12:55 PM
The mask is more acurate on the HT ones. They even have Bales big nose right. The Takara one looks good, but looks too much like a guy in a rubber suit. The movie didn't come off like that and neither does HT's.
Darklord Dave
05-01-2006, 01:01 PM
So the rumors are Takaras will include a Bruce Wayne head? That's a great selling point. Glad I have them both on order. Seems Medicom's will be the most expensive, and least desired of them all.
drbrad1975
05-01-2006, 01:26 PM
Still going with Takara, the exposed part on the HT face just looks generic to me.
I agree that the exposed part of the head is better on the Takara, and the cowl looks to be more accurate too (see pic). The bat symbol should not be matte but glossy (see pic); however, this seems to change throughout the movie. The HT version of the armour looks more like armour and the Takara version looks more rubbery in my opinion. This is a very close race in my opinion. A race where you can't go wrong in either direction. They are so similar in my opinion that any differences may be null and void. I am still leaning towards to the HT version but that Takara is looking better all the time!!! This is a win-win situation if you ask me.
Brad
drbrad1975
05-01-2006, 01:43 PM
Here is another pic from the movie for comparison....
brad
Viking28
05-01-2006, 03:29 PM
So the rumors are Takaras will include a Bruce Wayne head? That's a great selling point. Glad I have them both on order. Seems Medicom's will be the most expensive, and least desired of them all.
How much are you paying for the Takara version Dave?
Darklord Dave
05-01-2006, 06:16 PM
It's been so long since I put the down payment on it, but I think it's about $160 shipped from HK.
Deak Starkiller
05-01-2006, 11:36 PM
It's been so long since I put the down payment on it, but I think it's about $160 shipped from HK.
Who's your dealer man?
That's not too bad for a Takara, especially if it includes a Bale head. I'm going a hunting for best HT deals for BB and SR with shipping to US. I'm guessing Toy Square is going to be the best bet. They are in Canada and Both are $119 but shipping is considerably lower, especialy if you want both.
ABC Express said HK shipping for one is $30 and $50 for 2, a real turnoff.
Sith Lord 0498
05-02-2006, 08:02 PM
So, the Hot Toys Batman is fully poseable? Just from looking at the pics, I can't see any kind of joints. Forgive me if this sounds like a dumb question, but I've never seen a Hot Toys figure in person. Is the costuming flexible? Does it wear out from frequent posing?
I want to try ordering one, but I want to know what I'm in for.
Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!!
EVILFACE
05-02-2006, 08:04 PM
Hot Toys is top quality stuff.
So, the Hot Toys Batman is fully poseable? Just from looking at the pics, I can't see any kind of joints. Forgive me if this sounds like a dumb question, but I've never seen a Hot Toys figure in person. Is the costuming flexible? Does it wear out from frequent posing?
I want to try ordering one, but I want to know what I'm in for.
Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!!
Hot Toys Rules!
Yes, fully poseable, highly articulated and the best detail for accessories and weapons on the market. I recommend you visit Michael Crawford's site and peruse some of his Hot Toys reviews.
You can find his home page here
http://www.mwctoys.com/index.htm
Just click Toy Review Archives, go to sixth Scale and check them out.
Sith Lord 0498
05-02-2006, 08:17 PM
Thanks for the info so far. It's been very helpful. My next question: how hard are these to put together. As simple as a Koto? Little harder? I'm not the greatest model builder (basically, I can only do snap-togethers). Are the pieces very fragile? I don't want to spend all this money and end up breaking it before I put it together.
Darklord Dave
05-02-2006, 08:29 PM
The Batman and Superman won't require assembly like the Predators (I'm assuming). They're just standard 1/6 action figures.
wookilar8
05-02-2006, 10:22 PM
Figure I'd post Takara pics here for people too lazy to search....
Those are beautiful Wook, the Takara is a sure fire winner, it is definitely a work of art, the belt alone is simply amazing.
For me it's HT b/c Tak's are 150 vs 120 and I'm getting a SR too so I'll save on shipping. Tough choice, but if I had the lettuce, I'd get them both.
wookilar8
05-02-2006, 10:54 PM
For me it's HT b/c Tak's are 150 vs 120 and I'm getting a SR too so I'll save on shipping. Tough choice, but if I had the lettuce, I'd get them both.
Big Bad Toy Store (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=cool+girl) has Takara Batman for $140.00 and Catwoman for $95.00.
Big Bad Toy Store (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=cool+girl) has Takara Batman for $140.00 and Catwoman for $95.00.
Good to know, thanks Wook!
King Darkness
05-02-2006, 11:19 PM
The mask is more acurate on the HT ones. They even have Bales big nose right. The Takara one looks good, but looks too much like a guy in a rubber suit. The movie didn't come off like that and neither does HT's.
Yeah theres not doubt that Takara's is very high in quality, but it does seem more like a rubber suit.....I think I prefer the HT version over Takara, but judging them only on the pics is really hard to do....There is not doubt,however, that they are both far superior to Medicoms....Medicoms face looks like platic and cheap....I hope SS distributes this..
wookilar8
05-02-2006, 11:46 PM
I prefer Takara's from these pics. I like the way the thighs look on Takara's better than Hot Toys. Takara's shoulders' look broader. I'm still getting both but Takara's looks just a little bit cooler.
Takara's on left & Hot Toys on right
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g170/vennwhoelse/takarabats6.jpghttp://hktradeshow.com/abc-express/images/1189/1189_03.jpg
Wor-Gar
05-03-2006, 12:37 AM
I have to say, Wook, I've never seen those Takara pix before...but they look better than the Medicom and the Hot Toys. The suit looks wicked cool and the expression on the mouth looks grim (a good thing). I like it!!!
Nice figures.... How important is it to preorder these bad boys?
warlock664
05-03-2006, 06:16 AM
WELL! I certainly hope you all are happy! After my disappointment with the awful DC DIRECT BATMAN BEGINS figure, I had written off getting a nice 1/6 (or thereabouts) BB figure. After this thread, though, I have pre-ordered the Takara BB (Big Bad Toystore), as well as the Hot Toys BB and Superman Returns figs (Toy Square). I was so caught up in Batman hysteria, I even broke down and ordered a Medicom BB figure (don't worry, I got a good price!). Now, I'll have 4 Batman Begins figures of varying quality to display! :rolleyes:
Now I'm stuck between Tak and HT, deliberations continue!...
Does anybody know the Tak Edition size and accessories?
Link to board thread with tons of pics and comments...
http://www.superherohype.com/forums/showthread.php?t=221860
Darth Rage
05-03-2006, 06:11 PM
Well I bit the bullet and pre-ordered the HT Batman begins. :D
Darklord Dave
05-03-2006, 06:29 PM
I hadn't noticed the Takara has a cut neck joint. He'll be more posable I'm sure at the cost of the HT having a more accurate look. I'm looking forward to both - especially if the BB and SR from HT are coming in June.
Well I bit the bullet and pre-ordered the HT Batman begins. :D
Me too DR, I've decided to go with HT. I don't like the neck cut on Takara, HT's neck and cowl articulate as one piece instead Takara's Linda Blair effect, turning a head on a plate as it were. And the HT head may have a joint for tilting as well knowing HT, plus the belt and weaponry are excellent.
With Tak, you get the better face and expression, extra Bale head and maybe a training harness, rubber leggings which do look really cool, both great pieces but the look of the complete Head and cowl clinched it for me.
update: Takara now sold out @ BBTS
Darklord Dave
05-08-2006, 12:32 PM
Interesting pics about the Takara body and a pic of the Batman box. Anyone read Japanese?
http://www.takarahobby.com/kaihatsu/0605cg/index.html
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the Doctor
05-09-2006, 06:15 AM
:rotfl :lol :lol :lol :lol :lol :lol :lol :lol :rotfl
Darklord Dave
05-09-2006, 10:55 AM
What I did pull from that - it seems that an additional Bale head WILL be included. This puts it over the HT one just on that feature alone.
Darth Kustomizer
05-09-2006, 02:40 PM
I would have to go with Hot Toys!
Darth Kustomizer
05-09-2006, 02:44 PM
Nice figures.... How important is it to preorder these bad boys?
How important is it to preorder these bad boys?
Very!
warlock664
05-09-2006, 04:20 PM
What I did pull from that - it seems that an additional Bale head WILL be included. This puts it over the HT one just on that feature alone.
C'mon, Dave, who ya kidding ? We know you'll get both ! But who am I to talk, I've pre-ordered both as well, and I already have the crappy DC DIRECT & Medicom (which I just got for a good price).
Darklord Dave
05-09-2006, 06:43 PM
Oh, yeah - I'M getting them all - Medicom, Takara, HT, DC - whatever - I'm a sucker for movie superheroes.
warlock664
05-09-2006, 08:19 PM
Oh yeah, me too; I've also pre-ordered the HT SUPERMAN RETURNS and the Medicom ROCKETEER V2 ( I have the first one, but the addition of the mauser & increased poseability of the head sold me on the re-release). I just received the Medicom Batman Begins, and I think it's gotten an unfair rap; it is worlds better than the DCD, and the costuming is excellent. Issues of scale aside, I think it was well worth the price I paid.
Murderofcrows71
05-10-2006, 06:35 AM
Hot Toys web site now has new pictures and more info about the Batman Begins figure and the Superman Returns figs.
http://www.hottoys.com.hk/product.php?cat=23
TheObsoleteMan
05-10-2006, 12:04 PM
Well, this seals the deal for me...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v251/fedexpope/bale1.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v251/fedexpope/bale2.jpg
Got my Takara Bats pre-ordered.
EVILFACE
05-10-2006, 12:05 PM
Nice sculpt.
But the suit and mask sculpt on the HT seals the deal for me.
Darklord Dave
05-10-2006, 01:08 PM
That sculpt is great - but does it look photoshopped?
That sculpt is great - but does it look photoshopped?
Doesn't look photoshopped to me, but it does look a bit "boyish", like Bale is 17. He was quite beefed up for the part and this sculpt doesn't reflect that at all.
Here is a pic of the HT PMC body and Bearded "Bale" head, quite a difference, don't you think?
http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j88/pjam07/untitled.jpg
http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j88/pjam07/159PMC_056s2.jpg
TheObsoleteMan
05-10-2006, 02:34 PM
I do think the HT Bale sculpt is a bit sharper, but since it doesn't come with the Batman figure it's kind of a moot point.
Darklord Dave
05-10-2006, 02:56 PM
Where can we get that figure - perfect for a Reign of Fire custom!
Where can we get that figure - perfect for a Reign of Fire custom!
Or a Batman Begins Legion of Shadows Training kitbash
You can order one at Toy Square or find it on ebay, it is the Hot Toys PMC, make sure you get the right one, jointless body looks amazing.
Well, this seals the deal for me...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v251/fedexpope/bale1.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v251/fedexpope/bale2.jpg
Got my Takara Bats pre-ordered.
Seals the deal for me, too, but the otherway. Sideshow must have spoiled me because that sculpt doesn't do much for me. Time for me to jump off the fence and land in the Hot Toys yard...
Yeah, I'm staying with HT too, something about the Tak cut neck joint doesn't cut it with me but it is definitely a beautiful piece and includes the extra Bale head and training harness, all in all $150 is a great price.
But for me, the Tak body is too slender and the Bale sculpt is not very strong. The HT body is totally bad ass, mask amazing and the weaponry and belt are exceptional.
For those on the fence I recommend getting both!
Scott45
05-10-2006, 06:40 PM
Actually, THIS is the only one I'd pay that much money for (Medicom, Hot toys et al)
http://p223.ezboard.com/fmenwithdollsfrm1.showMessage?topicID=19640.topic
:google
Scott45
Shai Hulud
05-10-2006, 06:45 PM
Actually, THIS is the only one I'd pay that much money for (Medicom, Hot toys et al)
http://p223.ezboard.com/fmenwithdollsfrm1.showMessage?topicID=19640.topic
Scott45
Looks good but he has no neck...
Batty
05-10-2006, 06:47 PM
It looks good, but it must be cold outside.
It looks good, but it must be cold outside.
Indeed, Shrinkage!
Scott45
05-10-2006, 06:52 PM
Well it *is* a pre-codpiece Movie Batman.
warlock664
05-10-2006, 07:11 PM
I think Batty's referring to Batman's "headlights" ! :lol
Batty
05-10-2006, 07:28 PM
I think Batty's referring to Batman's "headlights" ! :lol
Right! :lol
Darth Rage
05-10-2006, 07:38 PM
Nice sculpt.
But the suit and mask sculpt on the HT seals the deal for me.
Agreed!
Interesting idea, the cowl-less Bale sculpt, but how often am I going to display him like that? Not very, if at all. Probably end up with a head and harness in the box or in a drawer. HT still looks much much better to me.
And that custom in that link is pretty awesome. Though I can't help but think about Joel Schumacher's batman for some reason.....
:rotfl
Murderofcrows71
05-11-2006, 12:08 AM
I did one like that a while back as well, would like to resculpt the head now that I've had more practice. I have the Hot Toys Begins fig ordered as well. I had the Takara ordered but cancelled. The neck joint seperate from the cowl just takes away from the figure too much.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v202/Murderofcrows71/Murderofcrows71figs/rossbatman.jpg
anti-hero
05-25-2006, 01:37 PM
Just found out about these figures and so I had to resurrect this thread.
I preordered the HT one but does anyone know if the arms and legs will be of the Rambo type without as much mobility?
Gruff Old Bear
05-25-2006, 06:24 PM
Dunno about that, but thanks for resurrecting the thread all the same. I hadn't read about BBTS's pre-sales of the Takara Bats, and hadn't seen the Bale sculpt. That's my display. Unmasked. Ordered!
Also, never heard of Toy Square before. THANKS guys!
Dunno about that, but thanks for resurrecting the thread all the same. I hadn't read about BBTS's pre-sales of the Takara Bats, and hadn't seen the Bale sculpt. That's my display. Unmasked. Ordered!
Also, never heard of Toy Square before. THANKS guys!
We're here for you Gruff, and everyone else. I have both HT BB and SR on order @ Toy Square (with discount coupon). Once they are out I think anyone who pre-ordered them will be very happy they did, with only 800 for each, they will be going up for sure. And once they're sold out, Evil Bay.
We're here for you Gruff, and everyone else. I have both HT BB and SR on order @ Toy Square (with discount coupon). Once they are out I think anyone who pre-ordered them will be very happy they did, with only 800 for each, they will be going up for sure. And once they're sold out, Evil Bay.
First:
I went the Toy Square route myself. Thanks for pointing me in their direction! (Notice he's selling Robocop and Ed directly from Hong Kong with the early release dates?)
And secondly:
There's a discount coupon??
First:
I went the Toy Square route myself. Thanks for pointing me in their direction! (Notice he's selling Robocop and Ed directly from Hong Kong with the early release dates?)
And secondly:
There's a discount coupon??
I got one, I think for for first timers they might give you a coupon code if you are a member (simply sign up and request via email). That's what I did, the discount is small (10% if I remember correctly) but I was ordering 2 figs so it made sense. They have Takara also for 149 so if you are placing multiple orders I highly recommend taking advantage of it.
Btw, Tak BB back up on BBTS for 140
I got one, I think for for first timers they might give you a coupon code if you are a member (simply sign up and request via email). That's what I did, the discount is small (10% if I remember correctly) but I was ordering 2 figs so it made sense. They have Takara also for 149 so if you are placing multiple orders I highly recommend taking advantage of it.
Btw, Tak BB back up on BBTS for 140
Thanks for the info! Alas, I think I did everything right except sign up for the newsletter...
Murderofcrows71
06-29-2006, 06:25 AM
Just wondered if anyone's heard when the Hot Toys Batman Begins fig is shipping,,the hot toys site said June
Darklord Dave
06-29-2006, 10:54 AM
I just heard from my dealer that both the Takara and Hot Toys BATMAN are both in as of today. As well as the Takara Catwoman. I've emailed him for clarification, thinking he might have meant Superman, haven't heard back yet.
anti-hero
06-29-2006, 10:59 AM
http://www.toysdaily.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=45013
Link to Takara pics here. There's also pics of HT's I think but I'm not a member of OSW so I can't tell. Someone want to help a freak out?:monkey2
edit: abc express has him!
http://cgi.ebay.com/HOT-TOYS-Movie-Masterpiece-BATMAN-BEGINS-12-figure-NEW_W0QQitemZ110003277883QQihZ001QQcategoryZ348QQs sPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
edit again: signed up for OSW and those are just the pics of the Takara one in attachment form. Still no pics of Hot Toys yet that I can find.
Thanks guys, very exciting news. Also "heard" Supes was released but no confirmation yet although 2 different ebay sellers (ozziegoods, abcexpress) state this item is in stock so I'm assuming Supes was just released as well.
Murderofcrows71
06-29-2006, 03:06 PM
Don't know I ordered mine from ABC express and have heard nothing
Don't know I ordered mine from ABC express and have heard nothing
You may want to contact them for a shipping update if their new listings state the item is in stock
EVILFACE
06-29-2006, 03:45 PM
Can't wait for the HT World's Finest to get on my porch!!
DarkArtist81
06-29-2006, 08:45 PM
Thanks guys, very exciting news. Also "heard" Supes was released but no confirmation yet although 2 different ebay sellers (ozziegoods, abcexpress) state this item is in stock so I'm assuming Supes was just released as well.
Yeah, I ordered my Supes from Ozziegoods and they say he's in... As for Batman, I want one too!! I'm bidding on him now, I hope I win... :monkey2
Yeah, I ordered my Supes from Ozziegoods and they say he's in... As for Batman, I want one too!! I'm bidding on him now, I hope I win... :monkey2
You can pick up HT BB here, hate to be the Toy Square guy again but there are no other dealers for this in North America...
http://www.toys2.net/product.php?productid=19853&cat=112&page=1
Collector Freak
06-29-2006, 09:13 PM
Takara's Batman is definitive and amazing.
TheObsoleteMan
06-29-2006, 09:18 PM
Takara's Batman is definitive and amazing.I started out a Takara fan, but the HT version has won me over. The more I see of it the more impressed I am, and vice versa with the Takara version. You really can't go wrong with either though.
The pics I've been seeing of the HT Superman makes me glad I went with the DC Direct version though.
Collector Freak
06-29-2006, 09:19 PM
They're both Batman, but then Takara went and added the Bale head and harness. That's just awesome.
DarkArtist81
06-29-2006, 09:26 PM
They're both Batman, but then Takara went and added the Bale head and harness. That's just awesome.
Yeah, I thought that was a nice addition and very cool as well...
Oh and thanks for the link Pjam! :D
Oh and thanks for the link Pjam! :D
Anything for a fellow freak... :D
Mookeylama
06-29-2006, 09:33 PM
can i get links to the HT Bats? i love both TAK and HT and can't decide.
and is the Medicom Bats shorter than the Medicom Spidey Symbiote?
can i get links to the HT Bats? i love both TAK and HT and can't decide.
and is the Medicom Bats shorter than the Medicom Spidey Symbiote?
http://www.toys2.net/product.php?pro...cat=112&page=1
btw, love your avatar, wasn't that the SNL Blue Oyster Cult skit?
Mookeylama
06-29-2006, 09:47 PM
thanks! yeah, i love that SNL skit!
NEED MORE COWBELL!:rotfl
hmm. link says access denied.
Batty
06-29-2006, 09:53 PM
Try this one:
http://www.toys2.net/search.php?mode=search
Darth Rage
06-30-2006, 06:21 AM
You can pick up HT BB here, hate to be the Toy Square guy again but there are no other dealers for this in North America...
http://www.toys2.net/product.php?productid=19853&cat=112&page=1
Hate to be the toysquare guy? Why? That's where I am getting mine and I would have never heard of them if it weren't for this forum. Pimp the dealers I say!:D
Hate to be the toysquare guy? Why? That's where I am getting mine and I would have never heard of them if it weren't for this forum. Pimp the dealers I say!:D
I wish there were more choices, but you are correct, Sir!!
Now, More Cowbell, goddamit!!!!
Some side-by-side comparison shots of the Tak and Hot Toys Batman's can be found here...
http://www.toysdaily.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=45085
DarkArtist81
06-30-2006, 01:12 PM
The Takara has a nicer head but a much worse body IMO... I really think that Hot Toys did an outstanding job on the costume, top notch work.
Either of them are gonna be sweet on the shelf though, so no matter what route you take.... it's awesome.
I just ordered mine today, again through Ozziegoods, just to save on shipping. So I should be getting them within a few weeks or so.... SWEET!! :D
anti-hero
06-30-2006, 01:44 PM
The Takara has a nicer head but a much worse body IMO... I really think that Hot Toys did an outstanding job on the costume, top notch work.
Either of them are gonna be sweet on the shelf though, so no matter what route you take.... it's awesome.
I just ordered mine today, again through Ozziegoods, just to save on shipping. So I should be getting them within a few weeks or so.... SWEET!! :D
To me the HT one has the nicer head. If you scroll down you'll see pics of bale in the cowl and it's absolutely amazing how close that sculpt is. Big schnoz and all.
DarkArtist81
06-30-2006, 01:46 PM
To me the HT one has the nicer head. If you scroll down you'll see pics of bale in the cowl and it's absolutely amazing how close that sculpt is. Big schnoz and all.
Yeah, I think that the HT cowl is better, but I really think Takara nailed the mouth.
Still, I think that the HT version is gonna be the best bet to have and I cannot wait to see it up close and in person!!!
:chew :chew :chew :chew
anti-hero
06-30-2006, 01:50 PM
Yeah, I think that the HT cowl is better, but I really think Takara nailed the mouth.
Still, I think that the HT version is gonna be the best bet to have and I cannot wait to see it up close and in person!!!
:chew :chew :chew :chew
Me too. I'm debating on ordering from the same guy you did and cancelling my predorder. Have you ordered from him before? How long does his shipping normally take?
Mookeylama
06-30-2006, 02:00 PM
wow! the sculpt on the Tak version is sooo much better than HT, but i like the HT boots better.
anti-hero
06-30-2006, 02:14 PM
wow! the sculpt on the Tak version is sooo much better than HT
:lol I must be nuts cause I've got this converstation going on in 2 forums and everyone keeps saying that. I just don't see it. All I know is that if the one that shows up on my doorstep is as good as the one in the toysdaily pics I'll be happy. Guess that's all that counts really.
Batty
06-30-2006, 02:14 PM
The Takara face sculpt looks great, but the neck joint and the rubber suit bother me.
I can't wait for my HT Batman and Superman to show up.
EVILFACE
06-30-2006, 03:49 PM
Hot Toys all the way. The mask sculpt is dead on, they have Bales large snout even. I don't like the cut joint neck the Takara has.
Murderofcrows71
06-30-2006, 04:12 PM
abc express just e-mailed me and said the HT Batman Begins and Superman Returns figures will begin to be mailed out by them on Monday.
Hot Toys all the way. The mask sculpt is dead on, they have Bales large snout even. I don't like the cut joint neck the Takara has.
Me too, I can do without the slender body, guillotine neck look and HT makes the best weaponry (and belt detail) in the world IMO but that's just me,
both are extraordinary figures...
DarkArtist81
06-30-2006, 06:14 PM
Me too. I'm debating on ordering from the same guy you did and cancelling my predorder. Have you ordered from him before? How long does his shipping normally take?
No, this is my first time ordering through him... But word of mouth was very good, as well as his feedback. Whatever he's doing, he's doing it right.
I also have to say that the belt detail and weapons on the Hot Toys Batman are sick as Hell and that profile shot is what sold me immediately on him. I love how they got the nose as pointy as it should've been... Perfect. :D
Darklord Dave
07-01-2006, 06:00 PM
Woohoo! My Takara Batman and Catwoman and Hot Toys Batman and Superman are shipping Monday! I'm now broke! Anyone want to buy a grey hulk? :monkey2
Collector Freak
07-01-2006, 08:48 PM
Hot Toys all the way. The mask sculpt is dead on, they have Bales large snout even. I don't like the cut joint neck the Takara has.
I wonder if you'll still feel the same way after seeing this:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v225/swcgphotos/7a7bd206.jpg
Takara is on the left, Hot Toys on the right...
I do, the HT head sculpt is Dead On sick with no visible cut neck joint, belt is far better made and fits better (doesn't hang and is larger), weaponry has amazing detail, best ever made in the world, better body. etc. Takara body is too slender fro me (I don't remember Bale doing push-ups with a slender body)
Takara expression is better, lower leg outfit looks cooler but the Takara Bale sculpt looks West Hollywood boyish IMO...
Overall they are both excellent collectibles, I just prefer HT...
besides, that pic is not a fair comparision, the flash is washing the HT Head, they should both be shot in the same light
Batty
07-01-2006, 09:21 PM
The both have huuuuge capes!
Collector Freak
07-01-2006, 09:24 PM
Yep. And neither of them are accurate. The cape in the film was flocked.
The both have huuuuge capes!
Have you heard anything "special" about the HT cape and how it works? Apparently there is something we don't know about it -- like it splays out like in the movie or some crazy thing. Maybe it has wires sewn into it.
Collector Freak
07-01-2006, 09:27 PM
Have you heard anything "special" about the HT cape and how it works? Apparently there is something we don't know about it -- like it splays out like in the movie or some crazy thing. Maybe it has wires sewn into it.
LOL! Yeah and the Takara Batman dispenses $100 bills. These figures are just amazing!
LOL! Yeah and the Takara Batman dispenses $100 bills. These figures are just amazing!
I'm not kidding...
This is from the ABC Express desc and I have read somewhere else about the HT cape action but I really don't know what if anything was done. if you knew Howard Chang (?), the head guy at HT Toys, he is fairly nuts when it comes to stuff like this, have you seen their design for the Robocop leg holster? It is genius according to the guys at sideshow, they've seen it.
ABC Express desc:
the Batman has more accessories than the Medicom one, and its cape is bigger which can be made as same action as movie. The details of belt and the accessories finishing and the amour fitting, all of them are better than the Mediocm!!
Batty
07-01-2006, 09:47 PM
I'm not kidding...
This is from the ABC Express desc and I have read somewhere else about the HT cape action but I really don't know what if anything was done. if you knew Howard Chang (?), the head guy at HT Toys, he is fairly nuts when it comes to stuff like this, have you seen their design for the Robocop leg holster? It is genius according to the guys at sideshow, they've seen it.
ABC Express desc:
the Batman has more accessories than the Medicom one, and its cape is bigger which can be made as same action as movie. The details of belt and the accessories finishing and the amour fitting, all of them are better than the Mediocm!!
I haven't heard anything about this! I hope he can glide across the room. :lol
I haven't heard anything about this! I hope he can glide across the room. :lol
If it's too good to be true...
Collector Freak
07-01-2006, 10:46 PM
http://www.xl-shop.com/forum/batman5.jpg
Terrific... Terrific.
EVILFACE
07-01-2006, 10:54 PM
I wonder if you'll still feel the same way after seeing this:
Yup still feel the same way. Cut joint in the neck still bugs me and he looks like a slim guy in a rubber suit. The HT doesn't. Better belt and acurate mask. Neither cape is flocked, but that isn't a big deal. Both are great figures, just the HT is the better one.
I'm not kidding...
This is from the ABC Express desc and I have read somewhere else about the HT cape action but I really don't know what if anything was done. if you knew Howard Chang (?), the head guy at HT Toys, he is fairly nuts when it comes to stuff like this, have you seen their design for the Robocop leg holster? It is genius according to the guys at sideshow, they've seen it.
ABC Express desc:
the Batman has more accessories than the Medicom one, and its cape is bigger which can be made as same action as movie. The details of belt and the accessories finishing and the amour fitting, all of them are better than the Mediocm!!
Do you think they mean "same action [poses] as movie"? I would love it to have some sort of wire action, don't get me wrong.
Do you think they mean "same action [poses] as movie"? I would love it to have some sort of wire action, don't get me wrong.
Don't know what he really means...
Sith Lord 0498
07-02-2006, 04:54 PM
Yup still feel the same way. Cut joint in the neck still bugs me and he looks like a slim guy in a rubber suit. The HT doesn't. Better belt and acurate mask. Neither cape is flocked, but that isn't a big deal. Both are great figures, just the HT is the better one.
This is probably a dumb question but oh well...does the "cut joint" mean it can only move left and right rather than in all directions? If that's the case, does the Hot Toys version have full mobility in the head?
Personally, I want a Batman that is as poseable as a Sideshow figure, and it doesn't seem like the Takara version will deliver.
This is probably a dumb question but oh well...does the "cut joint" mean it can only move left and right rather than in all directions? If that's the case, does the Hot Toys version have full mobility in the head?
Personally, I want a Batman that is as poseable as a Sideshow figure, and it doesn't seem like the Takara version will deliver.
I may be mistaken but I believe both heads rotate side to side only, know that's true with Tak but not positive with HT, sure looks that way, but it may tilt down as well.
EVILFACE
07-02-2006, 05:20 PM
It looks like the Takara neck has a ball end on it, so the head should rotate around it.
It looks like the Takara neck has a ball end on it, so the head should rotate around it.
I clearly don't know anything about this neck joint articulation issue! :lol :google
Collector Freak
07-02-2006, 05:37 PM
I don't really know what the neck problem is for you guys... :confused:
EVILFACE
07-02-2006, 05:42 PM
What is hard to figure out?
He has a ugly neck cut joint. They should have the cut at the base of the neck or where the neck meets the bottom of the skull, not in the damn center.
Sith Lord 0498
07-02-2006, 05:53 PM
What is hard to figure out?
He has a ugly neck cut joint. They should have the cut at the base of the neck or where the neck meets the bottom of the skull, not in the damn center.
But what kind of motion will that allow? Does anyone know for certain (pics, reviews, etc.)??
screamingmetal
07-02-2006, 06:33 PM
I'm used to exposed joints so that's not an issue for me. I used to be siding more on the Takara side but now I'm leaning more towards the Hot Toys version. Takara's best features are the head sculpts and additional accessories like the repelling harness. But Hot Toys has the best overall presentation for me. I only have enough to buy one, so which is better is an important issue. I just need to know what the range of articulation is on the Hot Toys version, if it's much less then I might get the Takara version.
One things for sure, this is terrible timing having both Takara and Hot Toys Batmen coming out along with Superman and Catwoman and all the other stuff from Sideshow.
Even worse, the Marvel Icon 12" figures are starting to show up in stores now, and apparently the masked versions of Captain America and Wolverine are short packed. :(
anti-hero
07-02-2006, 06:42 PM
I'm used to exposed joints so that's not an issue for me. I used to be siding more on the Takara side but now I'm leaning more towards the Hot Toys version. Takara's best features are the head sculpts and additional accessories like the repelling harness. But Hot Toys has the best overall presentation for me. I only have enough to buy one, so which is better is an important issue. I just need to know what the range of articulation is on the Hot Toys version, if it's much less then I might get the Takara version.
One things for sure, this is terrible timing having both Takara and Hot Toys Batmen coming out along with Superman and Catwoman and all the other stuff from Sideshow.
Even worse, the Marvel Icon 12" figures are starting to show up in stores now, and apparently the masked versions of Captain America and Wolverine are short packed. :(
Ask and you shall receive...
http://www.toysdaily.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=45085&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=60
Looks to me like they can each do about the same stuff. Whew! That's a load off considering I've already paid for my HT one! :chew
EVILFACE
07-02-2006, 06:43 PM
From those pics Anti posted, they both are nice looking and have great articulation. You can't go wrong with either choice. Flip a coin if you must lol.
As for the Marvel Icons, I only plan on getting Hulk and Spidey!!
Darklord Dave
07-02-2006, 07:25 PM
The Takara is about $50 more just at MSRP. Although that price means very little now that the HT figures are climbing the ebay charts.
screamingmetal
07-02-2006, 08:12 PM
Ask and you shall receive...
http://www.toysdaily.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=45085&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=60
Looks to me like they can each do about the same stuff. Whew! That's a load off considering I've already paid for my HT one! :chew
Thanks for the link Anti-Hero! They both look pretty good. The Takara version looks to have a better flow to the rubber costume when it's compressed into poses, but overall I like the detail on the HT version. I'll hopefully place an order for the Hot Toys version this week.
screamingmetal
07-02-2006, 08:20 PM
The Takara is about $50 more just at MSRP. Although that price means very little now that the HT figures are climbing the ebay charts.
Actually, mine would be about $139.267 USD if I keep my order. That's only $20 more then the Hot Toys version. Of course those prices don't include shipping which would be less from Canada then from Japan.
DannieDarKo
07-02-2006, 08:43 PM
Tough choice, I love them both but can't swing two Batmans. Hot Toys it is since I had one on order before I knew about the Takara version. :monkey2
Thanks fellas for the pics and comments. I'm very excited now to get my HT batman in.
Collector Freak
07-02-2006, 09:15 PM
http://static.flickr.com/59/179938007_6d6363d580_o.jpg
Bad A**.
DannieDarKo
07-02-2006, 09:22 PM
Collector Freak your making this hard for me! lol
Ok who can pm me with a link to buy a Takara batman? Anyone?
EVILFACE
07-02-2006, 09:24 PM
I believe he wore a 4 hole ski mask in the movie, not a single one.
Collector Freak
07-02-2006, 09:47 PM
I believe he wore a 4 hole ski mask in the movie, not a single one.
3-hole, actually. It's not that big a deal to me. Still better than nothing.
3-hole, actually. It's not that big a deal to me. Still better than nothing.
Gotta admit, that's a great shot CF. :D
anti-hero
07-03-2006, 12:56 PM
BBTS still has the Takara up for preorder for 159.99. Considering their shipping for the US that's a pretty good price. Still listed as arriving in August tho. Their HT preorder is sold out BTW.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK10536&mode=retail
Batty
07-03-2006, 07:39 PM
Does the Tak Batman come with a jacket and sweater for Bruce or is this someone's custom?
http://img151.imageshack.us/img151/8876/bruce17gl.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
Does the Tak Batman come with a jacket and sweater for Bruce or is this someone's custom?]
Looks like a proto pic of a Medicom, HT or Tak Bruce Wayne fig coming out
EVILFACE
07-03-2006, 08:13 PM
Looks kewl, but would be a pass.
Collector Freak
07-03-2006, 09:05 PM
Looks like a proto pic of a Medicom, HT or Tak Bruce Wayne fig coming out
:confused:
It looks like a Takara Bruce with custom clothes.
Batty
07-04-2006, 06:28 PM
Some more photos:
Hot Toys
http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/8691/839172dsc7059a9wv.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
Takara
http://img83.imageshack.us/img83/1139/179934582d47629a0a4o0wq.jpg (http://imageshack.us)http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/2295/179938543e9ce7750c8o4fr.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
And someone's Takara repaint. Nice lipstick!http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/7189/batman012sf2lv.jpg (http://imageshack.us)http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/3522/batman028cg3go.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
Sith Lord 0498
07-04-2006, 08:14 PM
Looks kewl, but would be a pass.
Especially since it resembles Val Kilmer more than Christian Bale. :lol :rotfl :lol
HT has released Batman Begins and Asian Collectors have already received it. Boxed pic not great, only one I could find.
http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j88/pjam07/a3_1.jpg
Batty
07-06-2006, 12:51 PM
So the outer slipcase should be holographic like Superman, correct?
So the outer slipcase should be holographic like Superman, correct?
link to listing
http://cgi.ebay.com/HOT-TOYS-BATMAN-BEGINS-12-figure-Movie-Masterpiece_W0QQitemZ270004954925QQihZ017QQcategor yZ2480QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Batty
07-06-2006, 01:06 PM
Sweet! Thanks.
Sith Lord 0498
07-06-2006, 01:10 PM
While I probably won't be able to get one in the near future, I find myself leaning more toward the Takara version now. Previously, it seemed as though the HT version was better, but it seems as though you get more range of motion and definitely more accessories with Takara.
Just my $0.02.
Batty
07-06-2006, 01:17 PM
The more photos I see of the Takara, the more I like it. It's definitely an excellent looking figure, but there's something about the detail in the HT version that I like just a little more. Both are very high-end.
anti-hero
07-06-2006, 01:20 PM
While I probably won't be able to get one in the near future, I find myself leaning more toward the Takara version now. Previously, it seemed as though the HT version was better, but it seems as though you get more range of motion and definitely more accessories with Takara.
Just my $0.02.
Accessories yes, but from the pics I've seen the only edge in range of motion that Takara has is the head from the cut neck joint. The biggest differences i've noticed (besides accessories) is the belt (edge HT), the cape (edge Tak) and the body (tie IMO since HT's is too thick and Tak's is too skinny). All IMO of course.
I've found some mood shots of the Hot Toys Bats...
http://www.toysdaily.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=45563&start=0
Sith Lord 0498
07-06-2006, 04:15 PM
Accessories yes, but from the pics I've seen the only edge in range of motion that Takara has is the head from the cut neck joint. The biggest differences i've noticed (besides accessories) is the belt (edge HT), the cape (edge Tak) and the body (tie IMO since HT's is too thick and Tak's is too skinny). All IMO of course.
It is a very close call between the two. I tried analyzing each part as you did, and I kept stalemating. Just as many strengths as weaknesses. Neither really had the edge that way. I guess it's the accessories and the alternate head that are drawing me toward Takara. I'd rather spend a little more and get more options. Plus, I have a feeling HT will sell out long before Takara.
EVILFACE
07-06-2006, 04:30 PM
Competition is grand :D
It is a very close call between the two. I tried analyzing each part as you did, and I kept stalemating. Just as many strengths as weaknesses. Neither really had the edge that way. I guess it's the accessories and the alternate head that are drawing me toward Takara. I'd rather spend a little more and get more options. Plus, I have a feeling HT will sell out long before Takara.
I was on the fence a long time. In the end I decided that there were two different philosphies driving these two projects: likeness vs. articulation.
I fully expect Hot Toys to be less malable and less posable. The main difference seems to be the suit. To my eye it looks both more film accurate and more constricting. Hot Toy's reputation is in their likenesses, while Takara seems to pride themselves on the poses that their Batman will be able to hold.
And the Bruce Wayne head ... would have tipped me over to Takara except it looks like it's naked plastic with only hair and eyes painted. If it turns out to be beautifully fully painted, then I'll suffer more than a tinge of buyer's remorse on that point.
In the end, I'd love to get both and bash them together to make one, ultimate Batman. But g.d., the prices on these guys makes that idea wilt.
figuremaster_les
07-06-2006, 04:55 PM
I ordered the Hot Toys just a day before learning of the existence of the Takara. After going through all the posts, with all the great shots (thanks guys) I am now feeling a great sense of relief.
One: Hot Toys is a crisper finish, with sharper detail and better overall vinyl look.
Two: Articulation looks to be about the same. I do not like the neck on Takara anyway. I know why it's there, but I don't like it visually.
Three: I wanted the Best Batman for my money. I think I got it.
However...
Four: If I want a Bruce Wayne, then the first night out version is the only justification for the Takara. It can be repainted. The head looks good to me. Not finished, but good sculptwise. Just costly.
That's my 0.02
Basically, I am glad I got the one I got. Thanks. A load has been lifted. :D
EVILFACE
07-06-2006, 05:03 PM
Yea, the head and harness are nice, but I would have never set him up like that, they would have sat in the parts bin.
Batty
07-06-2006, 05:20 PM
EVILFACE, do you have the Takara on order?
EVILFACE
07-06-2006, 05:46 PM
Nope, the HT version!
Batty
07-06-2006, 06:03 PM
Nope, the HT version!
Cool! Any idea when you'll be getting him?
EVILFACE
07-06-2006, 06:15 PM
Sure don't. I thnk PJam said they are being shipped over now, so I would think end of July early aug.
Man, expensive month.
Kit Fisto
Darth Vader
DW Freddy
Subject 5
HT Batman
HT Superman
head$, cam and tune for my car :monkey5
DarkArtist81
07-06-2006, 06:19 PM
I ordered the Hot Toys just a day before learning of the existence of the Takara. After going through all the posts, with all the great shots (thanks guys) I am now feeling a great sense of relief.
One: Hot Toys is a crisper finish, with sharper detail and better overall vinyl look.
Two: Articulation looks to be about the same. I do not like the neck on Takara anyway. I know why it's there, but I don't like it visually.
Three: I wanted the Best Batman for my money. I think I got it.
However...
Four: If I want a Bruce Wayne, then the first night out version is the only justification for the Takara. It can be repainted. The head looks good to me. Not finished, but good sculptwise. Just costly.
That's my 0.02
Basically, I am glad I got the one I got. Thanks. A load has been lifted. :D
That's exactly how I feel.... I'm very happy with my decision, as I like the Hot Toys look a lot better. Takara is still nice, but I'm glad I chose HT. Besides, as EVILFACE said, I doubt I would even display him with the harness and other head.... Just wouldn't see myself doing that.
Darklord Dave
07-06-2006, 06:27 PM
Well with both you can display Takara as Bruce with Harness and HT as Batman.
Super Serg
07-06-2006, 06:35 PM
Man, expensive month.
Darth Vader
Which Vader did you get?
!ss!
DarkArtist81
07-06-2006, 06:36 PM
Well with both you can display Takara as Bruce with Harness and HT as Batman.
Good point Dave!! Wish I had that kind of money though... :lol
Kinda tapped out with the Con exclusives and Superman/Batman...
EVILFACE
07-06-2006, 06:40 PM
Which Vader did you get?
!ss!
Well so far there is only one 6th scale SS Darth Vader
Sure don't. I thnk PJam said they are being shipped over now, so I would think end of July early aug.
HT shipping this week, TS will receive by 15th and ship to us within 2 days, figure last week of July for both BB and SR.
Collector Freak
07-06-2006, 09:11 PM
After seeing tons of pictures of both, Takara beats Hot Toys hands down. There are just a lot of Hot Toys fans here so the overall opinion on this board is biased.
Batty
07-06-2006, 09:25 PM
After seeing tons of pictures of both, Takara beats Hot Toys hands down. There are just a lot of Hot Toys fans here so the overall opinion on this board is biased.
Both figures look great, but I wouldn't say either one beats the other hands down. And Superman and Batman will be my first HT figures, so I guess my opinion isn't biased.
Both figures look great, but I wouldn't say either one beats the other hands down. And Superman and Batman will be my first HT figures, so I guess my opinion isn't biased.
I have No HT figures except for a Keanu Reeves Speed (LAPD SWAT) although I am a HT fan and have a number of figs on P.O.
Batty
07-06-2006, 09:35 PM
So I guess that makes two of us who aren't biased unless you're basing everything on Keanu. :lol
screamingmetal
07-06-2006, 09:48 PM
Well, I think I'm going with the HT version. I received a payment request from HLJ for the Takara version which I'll cancel.
My main reasons are HT looks crisper in detail as has been mentioned, HT will be slightly cheaper then Takara; mine's $169.00 shipped from Japan, HT will be at least $30 cheaper, which I can apply to my future Sideshow orders, HT's cast suit looks like it'll last longer then the thinner cast suit from Takara, and HT has a better looking grapple gun then Takara, theirs looks too small.
Takara bests HT version in Cape, number of accessories, extra head, and head likeness. Which to me doesn't warrant the extra $30 at this time.
And the Bruce Wayne head ... would have tipped me over to Takara except it looks like it's naked plastic with only hair and eyes painted. If it turns out to be beautifully fully painted, then I'll suffer more than a tinge of buyer's remorse on that point.
Yep, Takara is mostly cast in color plastic. On the one hand it does hide the joints a little by allowing light to defuse the joint line, on the other it makes the whole head look kind of cheap which for $100+ figures is unacceptable to me. Also another point against Takara is that they don't put enough detail into their weapons.
But if you're even somewhat interested in getting the Takara Catwoman figure, buy one now. Takara can't be beat when it comes to female figures and I doubt that one will be available in 3 months at retail price.
EVILFACE
07-06-2006, 09:49 PM
Hot Toys T-800 Rules.
The jacket alone beats any 1/6th clothing made by anyone.
EVILFACE
07-06-2006, 09:51 PM
But if you're even somewhat interested in getting the Takara Catwoman figure, buy one now. Takara can't be beat when it comes to female figures and I doubt that one will be available in 3 months at retail price.
She is pretty sweet looking and much cheaper that Takara's Bats.
So I guess that makes two of us who aren't biased unless you're basing everything on Keanu. :lol
I gotta tell ya bro, the detailing on the outfit, weaponry and accessories (headset) are absolutely sick, I have never seen anything like it and that's what sold me on HT quality.
wait till you see the BB weapons and belt, you are gonna ^^^^^ smiles...
btw, HT LAPD Swat figs sell for $200 now on Ebay...
wookilar8
07-06-2006, 10:04 PM
I have both on order (thanks pjam for T2 info) but I like Takara's better from what I've seen. The accessories and belt look more to scale with the figure than HT does.:monkey5
Batty
07-06-2006, 10:05 PM
I gotta tell ya bro, the detailing on the outfit, weaponry and accessories (headset) are absolutely sick, I have never seen anything like it and that's what sold me on HT quality.
wait till you see the BB weapons and belt, you are gonna ^^^^^ smiles...
I have no doubt! I will definitely post a bunch of pics. :D :D :D
I have both on order (thanks pjam for T2 info) but I like Takara's better from what I've seen. The accessories and belt look more to scale with the figure than HT does.:monkey5
Yeah, both are great, can't really go wrong with either one. I just think you can't beat HT when it comes to weapon detail, the belt is more detailed, larger and fits snug on the fig. Tak belt sags a bit, as I said both will be collectors items and the Tak Catwoman is a home run.
Sith Lord 0498
07-07-2006, 05:01 AM
HT's cast suit looks like it'll last longer then the thinner cast suit from Takara, and HT has a better looking grapple gun then Takara, theirs looks too small.
What do you mean by lasting longer? I was wondering how durable the plastic is on these figures in terms of repetitive posing. I'm the kind of person who will be posing constantly for the first two weeks while I photograph and Photoshop it. Afterward, I keep the same pose for a little while and then change it to spice up the display.
How long do these usually last?
Shai Hulud
07-07-2006, 07:13 AM
How long do these usually last?
2-3 days...:lol
figuremaster_les
07-07-2006, 07:32 AM
No way I am spending that kind of money on that Takara when all it has going for it is a spare Bale head and first night out gear (All it's good for). The suit parts look too much like what they are, a molded rubber suit. The knees and other areas do not look like the seperate armored bits that they are supposed to be. The HT has that. After seeing that both can pose to about the same degree, that the HT is not restrained by it's obviously thicker overlays, it's a no-brainer to me. The HT is simply crisper and sharper in detail, with more consistant overall finish.
The Takara looks like a cheap Halloween costume in comparison. And I can't stand the Batman head on it. It looks like one of those large Batman pencil erasers. Not even close on a match texturewise with the rest of the figure.
NOT worth $300....that's a joke...and a lot of presale madness....
The Takara Catwoman on the other hand...that's a nice peice.
Of figure....I mean...
IMHO...:D
figuremaster_les
07-07-2006, 07:36 AM
Hot Toys T-800 Rules.
The jacket alone beats any 1/6th clothing made by anyone.
And yes. I agree.
I've reworked that figure into a less beatup version of the Terminator four times now, once for myself and three times for others.
See here (bottom of page): http://figuremasterles.tripod.com/id29.html
Every time, that jacket is the clencher. Absolutely stunning. IT has me sold on Hot Toys for a while. Good call Evilface.
DarkArtist81
07-07-2006, 12:48 PM
And yes. I agree.
I've reworked that figure into a less beatup version of the Terminator four times now, once for myself and three times for others.
See here (bottom of page): http://figuremasterles.tripod.com/id29.html
Every time, that jacket is the clencher. Absolutely stunning. IT has me sold on Hot Toys for a while. Good call Evilface.
I love that costume on the Hot Toys Terminator... just fantastic work on HT behalf and also what sold me on their product. The costume for Kyle Reece was equally nice...:D
chamildav
07-07-2006, 04:44 PM
I have a Hot Toys and a Takara preordered. I hope that I'll get my Takara in the next week or so from HLJ. I can't state a definitive opinion yet, but from the photo's I've seen the Takara is awfully nicely done and I think may be superior to the HT and Medicom versions. If you take a look at the photo's posted over at MWD I think objectively you'd probably agree based on the photo's it's simply a better representation of the film character. It also includes an awful lot of interesting accessories as well as a nicely sculpted Bale head. All three are very nice. But Takara's looks darned near perfect. I'll let you know if I still think so in a week or two.
Takara wins!! He's got....
http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/519/800357702pw7qs.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
JAZZ HANDS!!
Super Serg
07-07-2006, 05:17 PM
So the HT version doesn't have the double neck joint that the Takara does?
Will the HT version be able to look up & down naturally? The Takara pics over
at MWD DO look impressive though (I was on the HT side... until now)
!ss!
warlock664
07-07-2006, 05:19 PM
I've got both the Takara and Hot Toys BB on order, as well as the Medicom and (ugh!) DC Direct, and from the pics I've seen, I'd favor the Takara. If that opinion changes once they're "in-hand", I'll let ya know.
screamingmetal
07-07-2006, 06:33 PM
What do you mean by lasting longer? I was wondering how durable the plastic is on these figures in terms of repetitive posing. I'm the kind of person who will be posing constantly for the first two weeks while I photograph and Photoshop it. Afterward, I keep the same pose for a little while and then change it to spice up the display.
How long do these usually last?
What I mean is that the Takara version looks to have a thinner rubber suit that's a bit more elastic then the Hot Toys suit. It's also in two hole pieces with no breaks in the suit at major joints like the Hot Toys version.
I get the feeling that either Takara's suit might degenerate more quickly over time then the HT version or Takara's might crack and tear more easily.
Now HT has had problems in the past (almost two years ago) with a soft and elastic rubber skin that has degenerated on people's shelves over a period of time. Hot Toys knows about that problem and said they tried preventing that with their newer rubber skin used on the Rambo and the PMC figures. I have one of the older skin bodies and two of the newer ones that don't show any degeneration. And I think HT might be more aware of that problem then Takara.
Takara's Batman looks great now, and it could still look great a year from now, but It might not last as long as HT's Batman. It's just a bad feeling I get from the way the rubber looks on Takara's version.
screamingmetal
07-07-2006, 06:39 PM
So the HT version doesn't have the double neck joint that the Takara does?
Will the HT version be able to look up & down naturally? The Takara pics over
at MWD DO look impressive though (I was on the HT side... until now)
!ss!
There's some pictures here showing the range of movement on the HT Batman neck:
http://www.toysdaily.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=45085&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=60
EVILFACE
07-07-2006, 06:44 PM
Takara wins!! He's got....
http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/519/800357702pw7qs.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
JAZZ HANDS!!
Takara - Metro Toy
Hot Toys - Mans Toy
:rotfl
There's some pictures here showing the range of movement on the HT Batman neck:
http://www.toysdaily.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=45085&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=60
Yeah, looks like the head definitely moves up and down but with restricted articulation, I know it articulates left and right so that's all cool with me.
Mookeylama
07-07-2006, 09:05 PM
http://p223.ezboard.com/fmenwithdollsfrm1.showMessage?topicID=20035.topic
that thread has the best side by side pics of the Tak and HT Bats (scroll down) and i don't think there's any contest. the Tak has better proportions (HT looks waaay bulkier than Bale in the movie), articulation (ball joint ankles), no cloth under the suit (whole suit is rubber, yet still allows good posing due to very tight joints), ect. actually the only thing i can pick at on the Tak is the different colors of the mask and neck. i don't mind the neck joint because of the other head (not to mention that unmasked head can be used for bashes) and it moves better because of the joint.
http://p223.ezboard.com/fmenwithdollsfrm1.showMessage?topicID=20035.topic
that thread has the best side by side pics of the Tak and HT Bats (scroll down) and i don't think there's any contest. the Tak has better proportions (HT looks waaay bulkier that Bale in the movie), articulation (ball joint ankles), no cloth under the suit (whole suit is rubber, yet still allows good posing due to very tight joints), ect. actually the only thing i can pic at on the Tak is the different colors of the mask and neck. i don't mind the neck joint because of the other head (not to mention that unmasked head can be used for bashes).
I just don't like the cut neck and the slender body on the Tak, Bale was beefier in the Movie, guess we're going around in circles at this point
so I'll just say
MORE COWBELL!
Mookeylama
07-07-2006, 09:48 PM
lol! for u Pjam, anything!
*clank* *clank*
The big disapointment in the Tak for me are both Bale head related. It looks like naked plastic with eyes, lips and hair painted -- big turn off. But most of all -- the head doesn't look like it can be posed with the cape on. I don't want the harness Bruce Wayne, I would want Batman with his head exposed.
Batty
07-07-2006, 10:22 PM
Yeah, looks like the head definitely moves up and down but with restricted articulation, I know it articulates left and right so that's all cool with me.
Yeah, this is pretty much how it was in the movie anyway. If he had to look up or left or right, he had to move his body and not just his head.
anti-hero
07-08-2006, 12:25 AM
Yeah, this is pretty much how it was in the movie anyway. If he had to look up or left or right, he had to move his body and not just his head.
That's what I've been thinking too. It doesn't bother me that he can't look up since he doesn't really in the movie. I think whenever he does he actually stains his back backwards and barely tilts his neck.
Tak's great, but too skinny, I'd rather go with the beefier version since it's more (I think) movie accurate. The Tak version looks like a comic book version with that skinny waist. Just my .02. I think no matter which version you go with tho you'll be happy.
That's what I've been thinking too. It doesn't bother me that he can't look up since he doesn't really in the movie. I think whenever he does he actually stains his back backwards and barely tilts his neck.
:lol Excellent point!
Super Serg
07-08-2006, 07:00 AM
I can see why people like the Takara bat's better (hell, I'M starting to like it
better!), but is it really worth DOUBLE the HT's cost? THAT'S the part that's
bugging me! I'm going to get 1 of them, just not sure now which 1...
*sigh*
!ss!
creecher
07-08-2006, 07:25 AM
You don't seem to have a dilemma to me Super Serg. Get the Hot Toys one. You know you'll be happy, and with the Con coming, there'll be ample opportunity to spend money. There's sure to be specials, and prizes to be had.
I can't afford either. I have the DC one, which will do me, and fits in with my collection because I have other 13inch DC figs. You may be more of a Batman collector, and want several versions. Whatever your collecting style or reasons and circumstances, there's something for everyone, and wants aplenty.
chamildav
07-08-2006, 08:41 AM
I think both versions appear to be very well done. And I don't find a huge difference anywhere between them. It's all detail issues. Some prefer one body type over the other, specific details on the belt or boots, etc.. But overall both look great in the photo's. I think you get a bit more in the Takara box than the HT but your paying more as well. I think they are comparable values. I doubt that many are going to have buyers remorse either way they go. I don't think production figures really get much better than this.
The one I couldn't pull the trigger on was the Medicom. It had the highest retail and I already knew the Takara was coming when I saw it available. I just thought I'd like the Takara better, and I think I was right. It's just too short. I can't understand the choices Medicom makes on which figure gets which base body size. If they had just used the almost twelve inch body they used for Vader and comic version Spiderman I would probably have bought it. But it's just too short for display with other 1/6th figures. I think it's a very nice figure but both the Takara and Hot Toys versions look superior in almost everyway. I'm not sorry I didn't get this figure.
Darklord Dave
07-08-2006, 03:27 PM
Medicom is consistant on their bodies. ALL the movie based figures get the smaller scale ones. Rocketeer, Batman, Star Wars - all have the smaller bodies. Vader is taller so he uses the one that they use for the comic book based figures.
BUT I JUST GOT THE HT BATS, SUPES and Takara Bats and Cats in!!
The head sculpt on the Takara Batman is so very, very superior to the HT one that it isn't funny. It makes HT's look like DC's. Even the Medicom one is better than HTs. Unfortunately that's the only thing better on Takara's. Sure there's more in there, but looking just at the Batman set-up- the suit is all rubber. Not rubber armor over a rubberized suit like the other three. The body is indeed too slim and the belt sits lower on his hips and doesn't look right. The cape is a single, thin layer and much shorter. It hangs better, but doesn't look right. He can point his toes due to the boots being 2 parts, but it looks like he's wearing shoes rather than they're part of the boot. The detail isn't as crisp on the suit and belt either. I'm unsure which I'll display at this point.
Thanks Dave on your initial take, guess you are the very first one here to have these in hand. Since I'm not getting the Tak I have nothing to compare my HT BB to and that may be a good thing for me. :monkey1
Gruff Old Bear
07-08-2006, 07:31 PM
-- the head doesn't look like it can be posed with the cape on. I don't want the harness Bruce Wayne, I would want Batman with his head exposed.
Me too. And when I saw this (thanks anti-hero) I was very happy, because these are the two I've ordered, and this is how I want to display them:
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i24/Gruff_Old_Bear/BBoard%20Pix/BothBadBoys.jpg
I'm thinking I'll find the cheapest Mattel with a decent helmet and create a helmet he can hold without tampering with my Takara cowled head...:D
Darth Rage
07-08-2006, 07:46 PM
I am still glad I ordered my HT Batman, even after seeing all the pics. I was tempted to order the Takara to pose with the Bale head and harness getup, it does look cool. Too much money though. So I ordered the Takara Catwoman instead. :D :lol
screamingmetal
07-08-2006, 10:34 PM
Dave what does the rubber material feel like on the Takara version compared to the HT version? Is the HT rubber suit thicker and less pliable, is the Takara version more elastic and thin? Do you think either will tear very easily over time from posing?
Me too. And when I saw this (thanks anti-hero) I was very happy, because these are the two I've ordered, and this is how I want to display them:
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i24/Gruff_Old_Bear/BBoard%20Pix/BothBadBoys.jpg
I'm thinking I'll find the cheapest Mattel with a decent helmet and create a helmet he can hold without tampering with my Takara cowled head...:D
NICE! Good choice. The idea of making a helmet to add... brilliant.
This photo does give me a tinge of buyer's remorse. Just a tinge, but... a very tangible one.
pickard
07-09-2006, 12:11 PM
This photo does give me a tinge of buyer's remorse. Just a tinge, but... a very tangible one.
That photo gives me a great deal of non-buyer's remorse.
Collector Freak
07-09-2006, 08:07 PM
Batman is shorter than Superman. Not the other way around.
Jiminydog
07-13-2006, 02:56 PM
Here's a Batman for you:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230007726231
Batman5
07-13-2006, 03:00 PM
That is with out a doubt the best Adam West Batman custom I have seen. Excellent work.
That is with out a doubt the best Adam West Batman custom I have seen. Excellent work.
Had to drop this in! :D
http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j88/pjam07/DSC01703.jpg
pixletwin
07-13-2006, 04:02 PM
Nice shot of his Bat-Nips! "To the gar bar, Robin!"
Wor-Gar
07-13-2006, 04:12 PM
Nice shot of his Bat-Nips! "To the gar bar, Robin!"
Which did you mean:
1. gar bar
2. gay bar
3. gar bay
4. gay bay
Nice shot of his Bat-Nips! "To the gar bar, Robin!"
1) What's a gar bar?
2) Are you older than ten? :lol
Before you answer, please note these are from my personal collection and you don't even want to know who worked on them. :D
Batty
07-13-2006, 04:54 PM
Nice shot of his Bat-Nips! "To the gar bar, Robin!"
"Bat-Nips"! Tee-hee!
pjam, what other Batman figures do you have?
"Bat-Nips"! Tee-hee!
pjam, what other Batman figures do you have?
I'm not answering until pixel boy apologizes for his misspelled juvenile homophobic remarks about my boys and you shouldn't encourage him! :lol
screamingmetal
07-13-2006, 08:07 PM
Has anyone received a shipping notice from Toy Square on HT Batman Begins?
Has anyone received a shipping notice from Toy Square on HT Batman Begins?
Not yet, just a few days away if not tomorrow, hang in there!
Batman5
07-13-2006, 08:17 PM
Hey Pjam do you have a website of your custom work? I am going to assume that the C. Reeve figure in your avater is yours? Very nice. You did him justice.
Hey Pjam do you have a website of your custom work? I am going to assume that the C. Reeve figure in your avater is yours? Very nice. You did him justice.
Yes, it's mine, thanks. I am not a customizer, just a passionate collector, I leave that to my talented friends out there. The Reeve Tribute figure was sculpted and put together by the amazing Les Walker (Masterfigure Les) and was featured in Eternal Collector.com. It is 12.5 " tall and was made from a 1978 Mego body and outfit which makes it pretty cool IMO. I was lucky enough to purchase the one Les made for himself, only the second one he made at the time and he even signed the stand for me #2. It came with a custom box as well, also featured in EC.
here is a link to the EC article Les posted in which he tells his story on its evolution and how he made it.
http://www.eternalcollector.com/lessup.htm
Les also did an amazing repaint of my Burt Ward head you saw pictured with the Adam West TV Batman (thanks for your gay slam joke pixletwin) it was a generic Asian Robin soft vinyl head and to get it to look ANYTHING like Burt Ward was a spectacular feat, believe me, only a very talented artist could come close.
I am in the middle of having a highly detailed TV accurate 1/6 scale r/c 1966 TV Batmobile made by another amazing talent, Giink, specifically for these Batman TV figs. Don't think there will be anything quite like it anywhere in the world with the figs seated inside.
The Batmobile is 32 inches long, has working electronic function blinkers, headlights, tailights, beacon and will look like this when complete.
http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j88/pjam07/newbat.jpg
Darth Rage
07-13-2006, 09:16 PM
Has anyone received a shipping notice from Toy Square on HT Batman Begins?
Yup. Mine should be here tomorrow! :chew
And I didn't even notice Robin was in that pic you posted pjam, on my screen all I could see was batman. (missed that scroll bar at the bottom of my screen.) The Adam West Batman figure is truly amazing and I can't wait to see the pics of your batmobile. Brings back some memories. Thanks for posting.