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Bill Lehecka
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Re: Batman Modern Age PF
After being in this hobby for many years, you can't judge a prototype figure in comparison with a production figure fairly. The prototype/artist model will ALWAYS look superior in every way possible. We don't know if the paint apps will be better. There could be different issues. We don't know yet. Point is, you really can't use the proof model as a fair comparison to what's out there.
After being in this hobby for many years, you can't judge a prototype figure in comparison with a production figure fairly. The prototype/artist model will ALWAYS look superior in every way possible. We don't know if the paint apps will be better. There could be different issues. We don't know yet. Point is, you really can't use the proof model as a fair comparison to what's out there.
Josh-A-Tron
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Re: Batman Modern Age PF
I guess the good part is, hey, it's only $30, the bad part is, everyone knows that 70% of the R&D, sculpt costs, and tailoring was already done on the first PF at a lesser cost, so the $30 more is just an up charge because they deffered most of the start-up costs on this one to the Black PF.
Could be worse I guess.
I guess the good part is, hey, it's only $30, the bad part is, everyone knows that 70% of the R&D, sculpt costs, and tailoring was already done on the first PF at a lesser cost, so the $30 more is just an up charge because they deffered most of the start-up costs on this one to the Black PF.
Could be worse I guess.
mistermark
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Re: Batman Modern Age PF
It's true. And with the exchange rate to Canada plus customs being so brutal I just cannot afford to keep buying these pieces. This would cost me $650+ and that's just too much. Especially since if you ever need to resell these pieces with their high ES you never get back nearly what you paid. I like him but I will stick to statues that Sideshow does with a much lower ES. Also higher ES means more problems. I hope the production piece turns out great tho. I do like how he looks I just wish he wasn't so meaty.
It's true. And with the exchange rate to Canada plus customs being so brutal I just cannot afford to keep buying these pieces. This would cost me $650+ and that's just too much. Especially since if you ever need to resell these pieces with their high ES you never get back nearly what you paid. I like him but I will stick to statues that Sideshow does with a much lower ES. Also higher ES means more problems. I hope the production piece turns out great tho. I do like how he looks I just wish he wasn't so meaty.
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Re: Batman Modern Age PF
Well when they've already mass produced 9000 of the originals i would make a bet that they've learned things along the way
Especially with things like Ivy that didnt go as planned, usually the 2nd edition is better than the first. I wouldnt be surprised that the pics are from a production piece and that theyve fixed the armpit issue. Weve seen an early factory sample of Classic Catwoman on the site. Maybe the whole point of the "prototype" logo not appearing on certain preorders is to reassure consumers
Well when they've already mass produced 9000 of the originals i would make a bet that they've learned things along the way
Especially with things like Ivy that didnt go as planned, usually the 2nd edition is better than the first. I wouldnt be surprised that the pics are from a production piece and that theyve fixed the armpit issue. Weve seen an early factory sample of Classic Catwoman on the site. Maybe the whole point of the "prototype" logo not appearing on certain preorders is to reassure consumers
Re: Batman Modern Age PF
I would love the new head on the black version. Don't get me wrong, i love me some Neal Adams Blue Bats but i prefer him in black.
Will think about it for now and wait for in-hand to see if they fixed issues like the symbol and armpits.
The repaint of the old head reminds me how bad it was (especially next to this new one)
I would love the new head on the black version. Don't get me wrong, i love me some Neal Adams Blue Bats but i prefer him in black.
Will think about it for now and wait for in-hand to see if they fixed issues like the symbol and armpits.
The repaint of the old head reminds me how bad it was (especially next to this new one)
Josh-A-Tron
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Re: Batman Modern Age PF
I always preferred the Long earred head on the Black PF, he shorter earred one just doesn't look like Batman to me. When I get this one, that will stay in the box, much like it does with the original.
I would love the new head on the black version. Don't get me wrong, i love me some Neal Adams Blue Bats but i prefer him in black.
Will think about it for now and wait for in-hand to see if they fixed issues like the symbol and armpits.
The repaint of the old head reminds me how bad it was (especially next to this new one)
I always preferred the Long earred head on the Black PF, he shorter earred one just doesn't look like Batman to me. When I get this one, that will stay in the box, much like it does with the original.
Pork Chop Express
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Re: Batman Modern Age PF
If SS managed to resolve the armpit issue this should turn out to be a really nice piece despite the bulky build. Had to pass on the original black due to the 1+ year delay but will have to consider this one. Like many this is the Bat I grew up on. I also like the belt...
If SS managed to resolve the armpit issue this should turn out to be a really nice piece despite the bulky build. Had to pass on the original black due to the 1+ year delay but will have to consider this one. Like many this is the Bat I grew up on. I also like the belt...
mistermark
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Re: Batman Modern Age PF
I hope so. Superman turned out great but I was never a fan of how the original Bats PF turned out so I passed on him. This one should still be 399.99 but it is what it is. Sideshow prices are getting crazy tho. Too rich for my blood and the quality at these price points really needs to be there.
I hope so. Superman turned out great but I was never a fan of how the original Bats PF turned out so I passed on him. This one should still be 399.99 but it is what it is. Sideshow prices are getting crazy tho. Too rich for my blood and the quality at these price points really needs to be there.
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Re: Batman Modern Age PF
The Definitive Batman is going to be subject to an individual's opinion on which version the they consider to be definitive. There is no one true definitive Batman for everyone.
The Definitive Batman is going to be subject to an individual's opinion on which version the they consider to be definitive. There is no one true definitive Batman for everyone.
Spidey976
Super Freak
Re: Batman Modern Age PF
What has it been since the first one went up for PO 3-4 years. Average rate of inflation for everything is about 3% a year which means a price difference of $30-$40 to make these. The increase in price is reasonable. If you don't like it but he black Reg.
What has it been since the first one went up for PO 3-4 years. Average rate of inflation for everything is about 3% a year which means a price difference of $30-$40 to make these. The increase in price is reasonable. If you don't like it but he black Reg.
Re: Batman Modern Age PF
About two and a half years. I pre-ordered it back in July 2012.
About two and a half years. I pre-ordered it back in July 2012.
Josh-A-Tron
Super Freak
Re: Batman Modern Age PF
Yep, July 10th 2012....of course I didn't actually receive him until January of 2014...
Yep, July 10th 2012....of course I didn't actually receive him until January of 2014...
BurningRage
Super Freak
Re: Batman Modern Age PF
Hope this isn't delayed as much as the first pf.
Hope this isn't delayed as much as the first pf.
jpuli28
Super Freak
Re: Batman Modern Age PF
Im into Neal/Aparo art but have to agree, the belt here has no depth or articulation especially when compared to the rest of the paint app.
Im undecided on the $30 (principle over expense). I didn't get the 1st Ed EX so a batarang here would be nice... I suppose.
Im into Neal/Aparo art but have to agree, the belt here has no depth or articulation especially when compared to the rest of the paint app.
Im undecided on the $30 (principle over expense). I didn't get the 1st Ed EX so a batarang here would be nice... I suppose.
BurningRage
Super Freak
Re: Batman Modern Age PF
You gotta own this if you have the modern age life size bust.
You gotta own this if you have the modern age life size bust.
jpuli28
Super Freak
Re: Batman Modern Age PF
^This is true
^This is true
