KO MP-36 THF-Dynastron

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  1. SMOG

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    Didn't yours come with the alternate "squiggle" toy-style chest? At least you have a back-up! :) 

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    Of course!! I actually pulled it outta the box to check it out...

    But that's like having the metal masked Cobra Commander, when you prefer the hooded version! Or vice-versa ;) 

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    Dynastron just looks so good. I actually had it... sold it... and bought another one, because it just looks so much nicer than IT-01, and it's better built than Magten. (I kept all three, LOL)
     
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    I have a PO paid for for the IT-01 version But I just asked my retailer if I can exchange that for store credit. For two reasons. Number one, it doesn’t seem like it’s ever going to actually come out. The second reason is because I think I really prefer the metallic color of the THF version better the more I think about it
     
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    It does look nicer, and my THF has no particular QC issues that I've noticed. Maybe the I'd be able to feel a quality difference if I had IF and THF in-hand to compare, but I think you're good with either one. Might as well go with the one that looks nicer to your eyes. :) 

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    Now if only THF would reissue theirs.
     
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    I had IT, THF and Magten all at the same time. The IT was definitely the best built and the finish was great. But ultimately, the THF is close to IT quality and I liked the metallic gray finish on the THF more- so I sold on the other two (Magten was too silver, had the red accents and was the worst quality of the three).
     
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    I have my IT-01 fully paid off too and i'm at the end of my rope on this. Makes no sense why this is so hard for them to release. :redface2: 
     
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    UPDATE:

    As noted on the previous page.. I was becoming a bit obsessed with the missing paint dot on my THF Dynastron.

    After a while, all I would see when staring at Dynastron was a black dot on a chestplate with a figure surrounding it.

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    So I sought to rectify the situation.

    The number one issue I experienced was a lack of knowledge with respect to the colours used by ToyHouseFactory in manufacturing this figure.

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    If I had known the colour tones used to manufacture Dynastron, this project would have been a five minute endeavor... instead of a three day nightmare.

    When someone is creating a custom figure, they can decide their preferred colours. But when one is trying to colour-match, there is no Pantone chart to inform us as to the colors/tones used... and as far as I know, we have no option but guessing, and the fun of trial and error.

    After several attempts, applying the color, stripping it down using 90 percent isopropyl rubbing alcohol, trying to scrape off paint layers... I finally found a colour that matched very closely to the original silvery/grey tone and finish of THF Dynastron.

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    The Rustoleum Aluminum Metallic paint appears to be a close match in consistency, tone, and finish. I really wish I knew this at the onset of this undertaking.

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    The Proof is in the Pictures...

    So here we see my THF Dynastron in its original tones, complete with the original blemish on the chestplate.

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    And here we can see the updated result after multiple attempts of applying colour, scraping it off, and re-applying new colour.

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    Overall, I think the colour-match is nearly exact. I just wish I hadn't had to remove previously applied paint three or four times. Doing so led to a couple scrapes on the chestplate.

    So NOW... it would seem that I traded one blemish, for a few others.

    UGH!!!

    But at least Dynastron looks fairly respectable in group photos.

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    Another before and after. . .

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    I thought about adding another coat to see if it reduces the abrasions... but I don't have that much confidence in an improved outcome.

    I mean for now, I think Dynastron looks pretty good... and I'm not sure if the scratches and abrasions are more noticeable than the dot was.

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    But I really wish I had access to a Tardis or a DeLorean so I could travel back to three days ago with my current knowledge, and a can of Rustoleum Aluminum Metallic paint!!

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    Although if I had access to a Tardis or a DeLorean, I'd probably just return in 2018 and purchase two or three Dynastrons from Show.Z since they were only like $80.00 or $90.00 USD at the time.

    Kinda makes me think... with NewAge and MagicSquare, right now Legends-scale collectors have access to the greatest looking Megatron designs...

    Mightron and Apollyon are several years old now. So isn't it about time for an updated 3P Megatron for collectors in 2021.

    FansToys, I'm looking in your direction.

    Until that happens, Make Mine Marvel... **ahem** that is... I mean... Make Mine THF DYNASTRON!!!

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    I saw lots of people saying the IT-01 Was perhaps the best built, and I think that’s what led me to purchasing that in the first place. Luckily showZ Was willing to convert my purchase to store credit, which I think is pretty good customer service. This way I don’t have to wait and I can use that money towards something else I want and then also get one of the slightly more metallic versions of Megatron. So overall I’m pretty happy with how that turned out
     
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    Back right is THF. Holding up great. received_366699328261787~2.jpeg
     
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    Pretty late to the party here! Was all set to order IT Megs, until I saw the sporadic yellowing issues. Don't particularly want to spin the wheel on that, so THF it is.

    I suppose it speaks to his quality how sold out everywhere he is! Really hope he gets a reissue, otherwise the DS Starscream and THF Soundwave I just ordered are gonna look silly :lol 
     
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    Just as well you didn't order IT megs. I've been sitting on that preorder for over a year and it's ETA gets bumped up every single time it gets close. At this point I'll bite at the first mp36 megs that gets restocked.
     
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    Heh yeah only reason I hadn't jumped previously was cos I figured I'd wait til showz's annual discount period. Glad I didn't! It's a shame THF don't have a board presence.
     
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    Good news, the ShowZ rep over in the ShowZStore thread said it was bumped to November now. So December is likely but maybe even as soon as January.

     
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    Just in time for national tater tot day
     
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    or chinese new years and and a further wait
     
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    Not sure if it helps... but after my "fix blemish/repaint Dynastron's chest" misadventure, I panic-purchased a KO-MP-36 from Best Grey's Amazon Store.

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    After inking in some uni-brows, it's not a bad figure for $105.00 USD!!

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    It could be a nice alternative if THF Dynastron isn't reissued.

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    So now I have two viable Megatrons for less than the price of one official MP-36!!
     
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    The KO Megatron looks as metallic as Dynastron in these photos. Is that just a trick of the light?

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    It's definitely something I'm thinking about. THF looks amazing and I want one, but I also want MP36 again now.
    Only thing that's been holding me off the regular KOs is just how much of a crap shoot it could be. Like I've had two MP Grapple KOs now, the first an utter lemon and the second official quality worthy. If there were a way to guarantee the latter and not the lemon I'd just jump now.
     
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