I posted this review a while back on another forum ,so sorry if it's old news !
I've just managed to pick up the Argos Exclusive Doctor figure from the episode "The Satan Pit" . I say" managed" as I had to reserve the single example they were getting in stock in my local branch . Whether this is a sign of the figures exclusivity ( is that even a word?) or not, I don't know but what I do know is that it's a belter . O.k , we're not talking high-end here , but for the price ( I paid £14.99 though it's priced £17.99 in the catalogue! ) it takes some beating .
The figure is the same as the previous release and as such is not too shabby , but does suffer from strangely limited elbow articulation . (It's not a difficult job to swap to a D.M.L body , though you have to be careful as the head is quite securely glued on!) . The selling point here though is obviously the "Space Suit "and this is where the figure excels . The jumpsuit , although basic in design , appears to be screen accurate and features screen printed insignia on the chest and right arm . The pouches ,straps and detailing are all executed to a high standard and the harness even features perfectly scaled "D rings" ( I think that's what they're called) .The outfit would look extremely realistic with a little weathering if you were so inclined , but the lack of such doesn't detract from the figures overall impression . The gloves and boots , which could have just been generic items, are also great pieces and wouldn't seem out of place on a much more expensive figure . And now for the helmet . Ah , that helmet . I guarantee even non-fans will hunt down this figure just for the helmet and rightly so because it is fantastic!
The sculpting , build quality, painting and weathering are again excellent ,as is the attached breathing apparatus. Trust me ,this will be the basis of many S.F bashes for the foreseeable future ! Oh , the good Doctor is also equippedwith a torch (flashlight) and guess what ? This also is spot on . You know what , as I'm writing this and looking at the figure on my desk , it's hitting me just how good this figure is . Who fan or not , go and get one , I'm sure you'll find a use for the great outfit if nothing else !
