Sideshow 1/6 R2-D2

[Rheul01]

I broke one of his doors. It wouldn't stay closed

Is this a known issue? I'm thinking about picking him up.


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[Sardo Numspa]

Is this a known issue? I'm thinking about picking him up.


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Generally, the doors staying ajar is typically due to the position of the droid-arm inside the compartment. In my R2, I have to have the arms positioned up/down in a certain position for the doors to close properly. There was some discussion earlier in the thread, and that seemed to be the consensus.

 

[Rheul01]

Generally, the doors staying ajar is typically due to the position of the droid-arm inside the compartment. In my R2, I have to have the arms positioned up/down in a certain position for the doors to close properly. There was some discussion earlier in the thread, and that seemed to be the consensus.

Hmmm... That's enough to make me reconsider... Thanks for the info.


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[Pro Design]

Think Geek is running their sale again... 25% off if you wanna pick him up at a discount. add something to the cart that pushes the total price over $150 (he's $149.95) and the discount jumps to 30%.

 

[Fia2k9]

Hmmm... That's enough to make me reconsider... Thanks for the info.


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I wouldn't. I think he's one of shideshow's better efforts. even with the delicate nature of the parts. A little more engineering would have been preferable but hes a great deal.

 

[stickman]

Looking at him he looks great, and when his lights go on, he looks amazing. As many others have posted the light weight and flimsiness of the body may be a put off, but past that he is quite cool. I would recommend him. Here he is with Ben.

 

[Pro Design]

very cool pic!!

 

[Rheul01]

very cool pic!!

Yeah. It is... Seeing this pic pretty much negates any of the bad stuff... I'll probably end up getting him.


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[Asta]

R2-D2 Unpainted Prototype Sixth Scale Figure

Sideshow and Hot Toys will be offering the R2-D2™ Unpainted Prototype exclusive at select conventions happening in 2016! To learn more about this Star Wars™ droid, check-out this article!

Sideshow and Hot Toys.

In celebration of the eagerly anticipated release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens on December 18th, Sideshow is announcing a special convention exclusive, the R2-D2 ‘Unpainted Prototype’ Sixth Scale Figure.

The Exclusive R2 is based on Sideshow’s R2-D2 Deluxe Sixth Scale Figure. Now everyone’s favorite Astromech has been re-imagined with a unique monochromatic silver finish, and features hinged panels, and an articulated light-up dome.

This convention exclusive Artoo will make his debut at the upcoming Toy Soul show in Hong Kong, December 18-20, where visitors to the Hot Toys booth will have the first opportunity to place their pre-orders, and he’ll appear at the following select locations and events throughout Asia:

Singapore
Big Box International Pte Ltd
Star Wars: The Force Awakens Exhibition at VivoCity
Vivo City
December 1-20, 2015

Taiwan
Beast Kingdom Toys Co Ltd
Star Wars: The Force Awakens Mall Event
IN SHIN KONG MITSUKOSHI A11 6F
December 12-27, 2015

Thailand
Kingdom Come Co Ltd
Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Eden Zone @ Central World
December 12-20, 2015

Indonesia
Multi Toys
Star Wars: The Force Awakens Event at Senayan City
Senayan City Mall, Jalan Asia Afrika Lot. 19, Jakarta Selatan 10270, Indonesia
December 4, 2015 – January 10, 2016

The Philippines
Filbar’s
The Alliance Fan Screenings
Promenade Hall, Greenhills Shopping Center, San Juan City
December 19, 2015
Star Wars: The Force Awakens Exhibit
The Annex, SM North Edsa, Quezon City
December 26, 2015 – Jan 2, 2016


Fans around the world will also have a chance to purchase this limited edition exclusive at select events throughout 2016, including in March by visiting the Sideshow booth at Wondercon, in July at Star Wars Celebration in London at the Amerang booth, and at the San Diego Comic-Con at the Sideshow booth.

Be sure to sign up for email updates above, and stay tuned for more information on how to secure this special addition for your collection!

In the meantime, find all of the droids you’re looking for with our colorful selection of astromechs below, including the sleek black and bronze Imperial R2-Q5, the dysfunctional yet beloved R5-D4 unit, and our R2-D2 Deluxe figure, complete with all the bells and whistles! As for power converters, you’re on your own…

 

[FlyAndFight]

Not sure what the attraction would be to an unpainted prototype of R2.

 

[earthdog]

If you're going through the effort, how about releasing one with more accurately colored blue panels?

 

[FlyAndFight]

This pic alone should help sell a large number of R2 and Ben figures.

 

[Rheul01]

If you're going through the effort, how about releasing one with more accurately colored blue panels?

What's not accurate?


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[Wor-Gar]

I thought this was a joke at first.

Now Sideshow is re-releasing figures and not even bothering to paint them...? Money in the bank, baby!

 

[TonTon]

Not sure what the attraction would be to an unpainted prototype of R2.

Probably the same attraction as a copper stormtrooper.

 

[FlyAndFight]

Probably the same attraction as a copper stormtrooper.

True.

I don't see too many of these selling, unless there are collectors picking up every 1/6 droid version.

 

[stickman]

This might sell to all those collectors that solely want astromech droids and want to paint them all the colors of the rainbow?

I know this picture doesn't really show R2 but I have him currently working in the Cantina serving Holiday Drinks to all the troops that stop by.

 

[FlyAndFight]

You've got one trooper smoking "Old Toby"...

 

[stickman]

Had a Stormtrooper stop by today and buy a round for the boys. Awfully nice of him.

 

[Mike86]

If I was going to get another Astromech I'd probably go with R2-Q5. I guess I am getting R5-D4 but it's a different color plus a different dome.