Takara Tomy Masterpiece MP-44 Convoy/Optimus Prime Ver. 3

Discussion in 'Transformers News and Rumors' started by Retroheavy, Feb 21, 2018.

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  1. Teletran-1

    Teletran-1 Wellest-Known Member

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    It's $600 for Canadians, so it's definitely worth being pissed about for us at least!



     
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  2. KayODave

    KayODave Still a grey prototype

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    Transformed for the second time, sans instructions. Took me sonewhere between 10-20 minutes. Pretty much got it memorized now. This thing is incredible!
     
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  3. Arie

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    Until now I've only used it on chrome paint, such as that of Ironhide and Hot Rod, and it has protected it perfectly, without any discoloration.
     
  4. God Orion

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    I guess people have waited for so long that they just want to enjoy it now.

    How are the knees on yours ?
     
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  5. jcb213

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    Mine's the same and has been since it arrived in my city at 8:00 AM yesterday. I assumed it just missed the truck for delivery yesterday and I would get it today, but since it still shows as "on hold" today I'm going to call DHL at lunch and see if I can get more information.
     
  6. Predaking EX

    Predaking EX I am Power.

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    As long as the anger is directed in the right place, Castro's son(Trudeau) and not TT. TT are not responsible for the CAD being in the toilet.
     
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  7. LizardbotHero

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    Alright, someone's going to need to break down this whole "knee issue" for me. I'm not paging through 100+ pages just to find bits of information that don't paint a whole picture. I saw the fix but after staring at the broken vs. unbroken pictures, I fail to see any difference aside from a minor stress mark. I transformed mine with no issues and so far both knees look and feel exactly the same and the ratchets seem to work as they should. What do I look for to determine whether or not mine is defective?
     
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  8. RoboW4rrior298

    RoboW4rrior298 Maximum blast!

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    I have MS-01 and while he’s pretty good, MP-44 looks way too attractive. I didn’t think I’d ever be able to buy a copy a year ago but if only I knew that I’d be sitting pretty waiting for my shipping notice from Kapow a year later I’d have probably told you that you were beyond mad
     
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  9. SPLIT LIP

    SPLIT LIP Be strong enough to be gentle

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    I wish I could afford this guy. That transformation is incredible, and the articulation is beyond what I expected.
     
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  10. Optimus Prime23

    Optimus Prime23 Lighting our Darkest Hour

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    LOL you noticed that, too, huh? :lol 
     
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  11. Prime of Shadows

    Prime of Shadows Quick as Lightning

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    Yikes! That sucks, my friend. Hopefully you get yours today! My copy is officially in Houston and out of the Customs department so he should be sitting on a truck at this very minute barreling down the road.
     
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  12. Sam

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    Please update when you get info. I hope it's something as simple as missing the delivery truck.
     
  14. chchchch

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    Well quick update, good news, mine is out for delivery now! Happy about yours too!!!
     
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  15. KayODave

    KayODave Still a grey prototype

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    Yeah, the top joint of the stand absolutely refuses to hold his weight. If anyone can figure out a fix for this that’d be awesome
     
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    Opened my second copy to check the knees. Glad to say they're intact. Did the hairdryer thing on the antennas last night and it came out great. It's not 100% straight but at least it's a whole lot better than when it came out of the box.
     
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  17. Optimus Prime

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    Mine were on hold for a while but at long last they're out for delivery :D  I can't remember the last time I've been this excited for a new TF, even if it's another Optimus Prime!
     
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  18. Prime of Shadows

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    Same! Just got a text from DHL!
     
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  19. betsuni

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    DHL is holding mine hostage on behalf of Megatron. They said that he demands the Matrix.

    Edit: Odd, that should have been partially in blue.
     
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  20. franpincho

    franpincho NOT a FT Only collector

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    Thank you for that. I have always enjoyed your reviews, back from the old SSF boards. Your love for TF's makes yours stand out IMO, and I truly care about your input when it comes to these things.

    I personally don't care for ANY other reviewer out there, other than actual collector's.

    Excellent job Khai.

    Mine arrived yesterday, but I have been so busy. Fuck.
     
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