bman89
Just a little freaky
Well, if you're going to spend $1800, what's another $1800 to hire a DP to light your dented Batmobile. Then, learn how to not tilt your head and you'll be fine. (Perhaps wear an 89 Batman cowl when looking at it?)
I’m more distracted by that acid splotched Batsuit than the injection mold folds, I think the dents give the car some character.@Nick D Man I'm still contemplating canceling. Been trying to find more pics and vids of in-hand users just to see how invisible or apparent the injection mold dents are and how much it'd bother me. Anytime there's some specular sheen they're going to show up. Are you still keeping yours?
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I am as well if I’m being honest.@Nick D Man I'm still contemplating canceling. Been trying to find more pics and vids of in-hand users just to see how invisible or apparent the injection mold dents are and how much it'd bother me. Anytime there's some specular sheen they're going to show up. Are you still keeping yours?
It is a very difficult decision. Like every one, I wanted this to be great so badly I was willing to forgive a lot. But, imho, those dents are not acceptable at any price point, much less $1800.I am as well if I’m being honest.
Thankfully my order has been pushed to January so
I have a bit of time to see more examples of what it’ll be.
I think ultimately, I must see this reviewed in a Moducase DF120 with cool white lighting, as that’s what I own now (DF1801). If the dents and off-putting inaccurate rims are clearly visible in that setting, it’s a wrap.
They absolutely must not be visible in that setting as there’s zero ability to adjust the light that blankets it. I have more faith the rim color will be a bit more subtle under those conditions, but not injection molding, we’ll see. I mean, we’ve seen some major indentations by the wheel well (think BC review). That’s not something our minds made up all by themselves.
I will say, it’s odd we haven’t seen anyone review it like that, as that’s the obvious choice to display it in. I can’t believe some people will actually display this with no coverage, all of that dust, all in the cracks and crevices finding its way into the vents unable to ever be removed.
I will say, it’s annoying that people think we should expect any quality for $1,800 USD just because the car features details only JazzInc has implemented, that’s not a valid reason at all.
It is a very difficult decision. Like every one, I wanted this to be great so badly I was willing to forgive a lot. But, imho, those dents are not acceptable at any price point, much less $1800.
It is worth considering that at some point Jazz will almost certainly do a Returns vehicle. If that happens you can bet the number one concern among would-be buyers will be those dents. The wheels + turbine + mesh would also be black and not as controversial and the semigloss clear coat would be more accurate to the Returns vehicle. They may also address other defects and inaccuracies such as the brass bullets + their orientation, the lights in the cockpit, the magnetic emblems, and the locking mechanisms on the guns. A canopy that actually locks and isn’t just gently held in place by silicone feet would also be nice but, who knows.
I think your last remark is spot-on. It’s great that the Jazz Inc Batmobile is the correct length and shape, and there are other details that are admirable (the lettering on the tires, the bolts on the gun covers) but sadly these things don’t outweigh the inaccuracies + manufacturing defects. We all want to believe but in our heart of hearts, if we search our feelings, we know the truth.
You can’t be serious.What a couple of “Debbie Downers!”
I reserve the right to make up my own mind. This car is a _masterpiece_ as far as I can tell. The “dents” you refer to are hardly dents; they are just very minor mold imperfections that can be found in almost any everyday object in this modern world. Most people never notice these.
I wouldn’t hold out hope for a ‘92 version that’ll manage to eliminate your “dents” any time soon.
But don’t let me stop you from holding your breath.
Z
And why is it when they do something wrong they're "my dents"? They're your dents too.
Respectfully, just listen to yourself. This is insanity. You're literally describing the word dent:No. They are not dents. I put that in quotes for you for a reason. I do not accept your use of the term.
What we _can_ see are actually only minor surface discrepancies due to the pressure the mold makes and the hardness (or lack) of the plastic. This manifests as nano level variations in the surfaces, which can never resolve as optically flat. These angstrom scale variations in depth reflect light at different angles which we may see as a different shade. They are not dents.
Z
He’s stated a lot of them are ex Hot Toys & InArt people, I guess we know why they didn’t make the cut huh.perhaps it's time for Jazz to find new manufacturing partners who are more skilled and have higher standards when it comes to quality control.
I'm certain nobody here is attempting to make your mind up for you.What a couple of “Debbie Downers!”
I reserve the right to make up my own mind. This car is a _masterpiece_ as far as I can tell. The “dents” you refer to are hardly dents; they are just very minor mold imperfections that can be found in almost any everyday object in this modern world. Most people never notice these.
I wouldn’t hold out hope for a ‘92 version that’ll manage to eliminate your “dents” any time soon.
But don’t let me stop you from holding your breath.
Z
Yes, but you have to email Jazz and request the cancellation before shipment. All of my payments were refunded as separate transactions and were processed quickly. While the final product wasn’t for me, no complaints with their customer service.Catching up on this thread - it is still possible to cancel and get all the payment refunded?
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