Transformers Earthrise Leader Class Doubledealer

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  1. TickTockGoesTheClock

    TickTockGoesTheClock Dōmo arigatō, Mr Roboto.

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    You're sure?? (Not tryin to be a non-believer but this is good news if true!)
     
  2. Wespy

    Wespy Well-Known Member

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    I’m in Canada guys. Southern ontario. I got him at a Walmart close to where I live. For real.
     
  3. TickTockGoesTheClock

    TickTockGoesTheClock Dōmo arigatō, Mr Roboto.

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    While I'm not canadian, this bodes well for the states.
     
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  4. Wespy

    Wespy Well-Known Member

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    So far we have seen wave 2 battle masters and leaders. I’m still waiting on voyagers as snap dragon is the only other figure I’m excited for.
     
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    Interesting.

    How does it work with tape?
     
  6. ziltama

    ziltama Mods, molds, and casts. Also full of hot gas.

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  7. gbm

    gbm Well-Known Member

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    interesting read. I just tighten that screw on the back of the hips and then seem to do enough of the job for me
     
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  9. gbm

    gbm Well-Known Member

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    LOL

    That was like the ultimate in, "cool bro, here's what I did."

    Yeah, I didn't see that helping in this case, but for sure sometimes it is that simple. My left hip ratchet was barely catching before hand. Like I said, I had to use this technique for a few figures over the years. (I believe the Constructicons and Predaking had a few figures I had to)
     
  10. gbm

    gbm Well-Known Member

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    Please welcome Double Dealer to the party!

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  11. G1Wheeljack

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    So there's only supposed to be one black piece and not two? That's good to hear mine wasn't missing anything. Side note, I swapped the black piece to the other grey piece and the legs are much better, not sure if it's as effective as your solution but it's easier and gets the job done.
     
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  12. Wespy

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    After playing around with him I think he’s a great figure.

    I have only a couple gripes about him. My hips are pretty solid and ratchet well so I don’t need a putty trick. I just tightened all the screws for now.

    I also had one of the mushroom pegs at the knee pop off and and that was a chore to put back on. I was looking at it trying to see how I could tighten them up because the black mushroom peg on the knee is pretty loose and travels a lot. Also my copy fits knok great but scar is very loose. It’s ok to pose but kids wouldn’t be able to play with him that way.

    transforming him is more difficult than most other figures in the wfc line. He’s maybe as difficult as springer. The leg transformation to bird mode is finicky.

    overall though, I love the colours, the head sculpt rocks, and I have no issues with the parts forming.

    he’s beefier than the other ER leaders but galaxy prime and Magnus are beefier.

    the power master gimmick is also a great throwback. There are lots of ways to store the minions in the three modes and I’m happy to have gotten them earlier this year.

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  13. Nemesisprime1975

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    Still waiting on mine.

    Looks a big chunky bot. Congrats to those who have him
     
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  14. Snake_eyes1975

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    Was eagerly awaiting this one.

    It does not disappoint. Transformation is not too easy, not to complicated. Really hits a sweet spot there.

    Bird mode is the weakest, but by no means is it a bad mode per say. My son has the original G1 version and this one is pretty true to it. I wish there was a way that the peple minion could fill out his back a little better design wise. and if the tail were matching the color of the wings it would really look fantastic.

    Missile truck mode is fantastic. I love the way the rocket can move to launch position. It totally bricks into a solid form and is really good looking too. It seems the wings can hamper rolling, but a bit of massaging can alleviate that.

    Bot mode is utterly awesome. The switching sigil panels, and the powermaster easter eggs are just killer. Looks good from all angles. The 2 cassettes I ordered in anticipation of getting this guy are almost a necessity. Just get those to minions for him.

    This is one that I think anyone can own and enjoy. They nailed it.
     
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    Nemesisprime1975 Well-Known Member

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    This is great to hear. I have the minions and I'm just waiting for this guy to ship.

    Isn't it amazing how tfs with double identities can be so interesting to fans like him and punch counterpunch and we really do need proper figures of them. He's gonna be a Christmas present for my nephew so I'm glad to hear he's fun.
     
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  16. DoubleClouder

    DoubleClouder Prototype / Testshot collector

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    Anyone else's Doubledealer lean to his right, even with all weapons off?
     
  17. Predakwon

    Predakwon ...Green Lantern's light!

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    I've had the issue, where the leg popped off at the knee on one of the legs as soon as I took it out of the package. Not fun putting it back in.

    Fun figure though, very hollow from the front view like ER Hoist.

    Makes me want to buy the G1 figure and holy crap, he's like $100 complete. WTF?!
     
  18. Wespy

    Wespy Well-Known Member

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    got a case of gangsta lean? I haven’t noticed that on my copy.
     
  19. gbm

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    Nice!

    I do a similar thing. (I think someone posted about this in the appreciate thread)

    I skip the extra leg compression step, and keep it the legs in truck mode instead. Then give it click upwards. The tail feathers can still click in, although it leaves the underside a bit less streamlined.

    Either way, options are always good.

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  20. BlackHawkOmega

    BlackHawkOmega Just trying my best.

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    I love the little engine pieces. I had no idea he came with them until a few minutes ago.
     
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