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  • ZICA
    Persistent Member
    • May 7, 2006
    • 2330

    Michael Crawford Review

    Michael Crawford posted his review of the Buck Rogers figures and it has some really nice pics: Michael Crawford Review
  • michael crawford
    Museum Super Collector
    • Dec 15, 2008
    • 233

    #2
    You guys beat me to it!

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    • enyawd72
      Maker of Monsters!
      • Oct 1, 2009
      • 7904

      #3
      I agree with most of MWC's comments, but not all.

      I have no scale issues with the outfits at all. I think they look perfect, and couldn't be done any better at this scale. I also have no problem with the size of Buck's shoes. Since he is wearing tights, the shoes will appear slightly larger, just as they do in the show.

      I think these are the best 8" figures on the market.

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      • jessica
        fortune favors the bold
        • Nov 5, 2007
        • 4587

        #4
        Michael I always love reading your reviews, and I especially love how you intersperse it with screen shots because as usual, I have no clue about who these people are. The photography is fantastic and I am so glad that you rated the figures very well. For the price, they've got the most bang for your Buck. The figures are very impressive for this scale, and once you get smaller than 1:6 scale, realism is compromised. I can't wait until the Zica bodies are available, and I am so glad that the Buck Rogers figures have been made. It's really a fabulous thing. Congratulations Craig and again, thank you Michael for your wonderful reviews.
        Last edited by jessica; Apr 4, '11, 2:21 PM.
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        To do list:
        1:6 boots for Mathilda, 1:1 Romulan Commander outfit, Ursus helmet; Cornelius appliance
        1:9 scale ape's new suit for Cornelius;

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        • Teemu
          Persistent Member
          • Dec 15, 2010
          • 1742

          #5
          Originally posted by enyawd72
          I agree with most of MWC's comments, but not all.

          I have no scale issues with the outfits at all. I think they look perfect, and couldn't be done any better at this scale. I also have no problem with the size of Buck's shoes. Since he is wearing tights, the shoes will appear slightly larger, just as they do in the show.

          I think these are the best 8" figures on the market.
          Totally agree...I felt he was a little harsh some on his assessement...He is so used to Reviewing Hot Toys figures and he doesnt need to really mention them here vs. these 8" figures....Hot Toys command a $150-250 price range and this line is only $30 each,which is a small drop in the bucket compared to Hot Toys....these are the best made,sturdy Mego-like figures out there...and they blow away what Mattel is doing (especially body-wise)

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          • kennermike
            Permanent Member
            • Nov 4, 2007
            • 3367

            #6
            Hellz yeah agreed what Craig has done is an amazing achievement!

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            • michael crawford
              Museum Super Collector
              • Dec 15, 2008
              • 233

              #7
              Actually, it is important to mention them vs Hot Toys because people are becoming spoiled - even those not buying HT figures - by the quality of those sculpts. It's important to remind people that these are 1/5th the price, and expecting them to be the same is foolish.

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              • Anarchy
                Career Member
                • May 26, 2009
                • 564

                #8
                I absolutly love these figures, and Michaels review i think is very objective and he has valid points.
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                • The Bat
                  Batman Fanatic
                  • Jul 14, 2002
                  • 13412

                  #9
                  Originally posted by michael crawford
                  Actually, it is important to mention them vs Hot Toys because people are becoming spoiled - even those not buying HT figures - by the quality of those sculpts. It's important to remind people that these are 1/5th the price, and expecting them to be the same is foolish.
                  I agree.
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                  • REMOVED
                    • Mar 28, 2024
                    • 0

                    #10
                    That's a very detailed and fair review. Nice photos too.

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                    • torgospizza
                      Theocrat of Pan Tang
                      • Aug 19, 2010
                      • 2747

                      #11
                      Excellent review as always, Michael!

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                      • Gorn Captain
                        Invincible Ironing Man
                        • Feb 28, 2008
                        • 10549

                        #12
                        I always enjoy Michael's reviews. If you want a detailed look at a new figure, his website will provide it. I would enjoy reading more reviews about some of the more affordable figures that are out there these days.
                        I know that Hot Toys is doing outstanding work, but find their prices too much. I have to make rent every month. The new Tracker Predator looks outstanding, but I'll have to pass.
                        That is why I enjoy ZICA figures, the best value for money, and in my price range. Can't wait to buy Hawk!
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                        • SlipperyLilSuckers
                          MeGoing
                          • May 14, 2003
                          • 9031

                          #13
                          I enjoyed that review, thanks, and it's nice to see exactly what they look like without taking mine out of their boxes.

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                          • lucasd4
                            Member
                            • Jun 1, 2007
                            • 61

                            #14
                            These figures are incredible and worth every penny. They deserve nothing less than 4 stars, so I'm a little disappointed with the 3 star review.

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