I don't remember seeing it on mine now that you mention it. Shipper box says exclusive though.
Sideshow 1/6 R2-D2
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I don't remember seeing it on mine now that you mention it. Shipper box says exclusive though.
kirklondon
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What's the silver pen being referred to? I'd like to just touch up the place without silver and just get a new dome for the cracked light. Thanks!
Pixelpiper
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Testors, among others, make paint markers, readily available online, hobby shops, even Staples may have something.
kirklondon
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No sticker on mine either.
Shipper states 'Exclusive'.
I think I recall someone getting theirs early saying there was no sticker.
Chakaman
Super Freak
I just got back in town and finally got to open and inspect R2. The back projector was loose inside the dome when I opened it up(like Waller's and Barryo's). I was able to fish it out and put in place. It was kind of a pain, but I didn't want to send it back. The legs are kinda loose on mine, I have to tilt him forward a bit to get him to stand when the drinking tray is in place. Everything else is pretty nice.
I havent seen too many pictures of him with the tray on, here are a few...
I havent seen too many pictures of him with the tray on, here are a few...
Show off. All your awesome Jabba Palace creatures. What ev-er....
I've never used the Tamiya kits but I've always wanted too. Id really like to give it a try on my Tama Threepio.
And just fyi, for those that are using alcohol to wipe off the weathering on R2 you can do the same for the over done goop on the HT BD T2 Terminator. I did it the first day I got the figure, and it looks way better. The silver underneath looks excellent.
Just opened up my Artoo, and was a little bummed at some of the paint app issues along the ring around his body.
They're only minor marks, but due to their location facing near the front and position on the silver, it makes them very obvious. Since this is really the only Artoo figure I'll ever need, I think I might ask Sideshow if they can give me a replacement.
It's a shame they marks are on that ring since it doesnt seem to be easily removeable.
I was looking around to see if anyone else had these issues! I am not alone I guess! Are you contacting SSC about it? I am thinking about it.
Raiders March
I shouldn't have bought that!
That second pic looks great, it's a shame we have'nt seen more of these characters from jabba's palace get done.
Bounty Hunters need to be finished first. At least Zuckuss and 4-LOM.
Is anyone here planning to make a Death Star-D2 unit?
I took some pictures of this little guy with his bigger Premium Format counterpart. Comparing the two I think they did a better job on the Premium Format. The dome has no seams, the weathering is better and more natural, the paint job is a bit more accurate, it doesn't have bit's opening at the slightest touch, it has metal hoses attached to the legs, the third leg looks better out and the lighting sequencing and effect looks much nicer. I tried to do a video of the lighting difference but it didn't turn out (only have a crappy mobile phone camera and the glare washed out the subtlety of the effects). If they had shrunk down the PF this would have been a much better figure in my opinion.
That said, I still really like my sixth scale R2. He does have a lot more posing options which is a major plus. His third leg when retracted goes in better as well, the touch panel is much nicer then the push button of the PF and the restraining bolt can actually be put in the correct place. My major gripe with the sixth scale one is really the seams on the dome. The one at the front stands out like dogs balls. I can't understand "it's not noticeable" comments because it's plain as day in most pictures and in hand. As fas as I can see there is no excuse for it. If there is some reason it was unavoidable it really should have been at the side and not visible from front viewing. I am considering a second - one to pose with Hot Toys Bespin Luke and the other with the SS C3PO.
That said, I still really like my sixth scale R2. He does have a lot more posing options which is a major plus. His third leg when retracted goes in better as well, the touch panel is much nicer then the push button of the PF and the restraining bolt can actually be put in the correct place. My major gripe with the sixth scale one is really the seams on the dome. The one at the front stands out like dogs balls. I can't understand "it's not noticeable" comments because it's plain as day in most pictures and in hand. As fas as I can see there is no excuse for it. If there is some reason it was unavoidable it really should have been at the side and not visible from front viewing. I am considering a second - one to pose with Hot Toys Bespin Luke and the other with the SS C3PO.
Great collection.
No, but I am planning on repainting the blue on mine brown.
Chakaman
Super Freak
Show off. All your awesome Jabba Palace creatures. What ev-er....
To be honest with you, the main reason I picked up R2 was that he came with the drinking tray and serving attachment. I have been wanting a proper R2 to add to my Jabba display for ages. I agree, its too bad more creatures have not been produced. Hopefully with HT doing Star Wars now SSC will focus on what they do best, secondary creatures and aliens.
Lejuan
Super Freak
I initially felt the same way after all the talk about fragility etc. But then I opened it up and realised that I finally have a high-end R2 in my hands. Not a crappy clock, or puny medicom, or Gentle Giant statue that never happened... but a really good example of R2 that belongs with any other SW figure on the shelf. Or even as a stand-alone piece. I became even more excited after seeing what Lopie and now King have done with taking the weathering off. I've got a free Saturday today and a project
Have to spread reputation around... That looks smashing. Really, really good
My pair is small, but I'm going to have a go. If I don't stuff it up there's no way you will
I had to count my accessories, and then I saw the shipper marked 'exclusive'. Missing the gold sticker I thought I'd been short-changed
Now that's dedication to the cause.But you're right about the seam on yours, in the pics looks like you got a severe one, the seam on your dome is really noticeable.
loki2371
Super Freak
I took some pictures of this little guy with his bigger Premium Format counterpart. Comparing the two I think they did a better job on the Premium Format. The dome has no seams, the weathering is better and more natural, the paint job is a bit more accurate, it doesn't have bit's opening at the slightest touch, it has metal hoses attached to the legs, the third leg looks better out and the lighting sequencing and effect looks much nicer. I tried to do a video of the lighting difference but it didn't turn out (only have a crappy mobile phone camera and the glare washed out the subtlety of the effects). If they had shrunk down the PF this would have been a much better figure in my opinion.
That said, I still really like my sixth scale R2. He does have a lot more posing options which is a major plus. His third leg when retracted goes in better as well, the touch panel is much nicer then the push button of the PF and the restraining bolt can actually be put in the correct place. My major gripe with the sixth scale one is really the seams on the dome. The one at the front stands out like dogs balls. I can't understand "it's not noticeable" comments because it's plain as day in most pictures and in hand. As fas as I can see there is no excuse for it. If there is some reason it was unavoidable it really should have been at the side and not visible from front viewing. I am considering a second - one to pose with Hot Toys Bespin Luke and the other with the SS C3PO.
Been looking forward to a comparison, thanks for posting the pics. You do have to admit though that they're pretty close in detail & quality considering the scale difference and price difference (1/6 $150, 1/4 $400).
But you're right about the seam on yours, in the pics looks like you got a severe one, the seam on your dome is really noticeable.
I feel like a "that's what she said" is in order here... Hopefully I'm getting a new dome as mine has some problems. With luck I might get one of the "hardly noticeable" ones.
I just tried to pose R2 looking down/leaning forward and the damn left hatch won't stay closed in that position. Gonna have to do something about that.
I had to count my accessories, and then I saw the shipper marked 'exclusive'. Missing the gold sticker I thought I'd been short-changed
WOW! So no more gold stickers...??? The old days really are gone now, aren't they?
Absolutely. Small R2 is much better value and a fantastic figure.
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