Uncommon wrote:Does the Platinum Edition have die cast? I have the original with all die cast except Headstrong and Divebomb.
Headstrong actually works better in all plastic, because the metal back makes the robot mode tend to fall over
fenrir72 wrote:You don't own one right?
fenrir72 wrote:Anyway, to the OP, if financial value is the reason for collecting, I think you will be in for disappointment. It's the collecting that makes it fun.
euphoricallydead wrote:Would you rather have an Original Predaking or a Platinum Edition Predaking?
Do you think the Platinum Edition Predaking depreciate the value of the original?
Regards.
Uncommon wrote:Does the Platinum Edition have die cast? I have the original with all die cast except Headstrong and Divebomb.
Headstrong actually works better in all plastic, because the metal back makes the robot mode tend to fall over
gavinfuzzy wrote:I own the 2010 Predaking. It looks similar to me...
The platinium one even has a "new" sword! For cheaper!
But, it looks great on display. I much prefer the new shinier colours than the original yellow.
The Diecast is kinda an issue. Either that or Razorclaw's legs are loose, Predaking bends forward a little. Not too noticeable, but it's there.
Autobot032 wrote:The Platinum Edition is ridiculously heavy and off balance because of all the die-cast content.
Autobot032 wrote:The Platinum and the 2010 reissue are the same item. In fact, the sticker sheet has Japanese writing all over them. It's exactly the same, right down to the paint apps and stickers.
Autobot032 wrote:Divebomb: Forearms separate, head wants to droop in beast mode, ratchets too tight.
Rampage: Front legs don't want the ratchets to go all the way, leaving it as though he's tip toeing. (Fortunately, robot mode is excellent.)
Razorclaw: Beast mode head and mane tend to flop around, arms too tight, legs waaaay too loose (it's a load bearing piece and it doesn't feel like it can bear the weight.) Front legs very much like Rampage's. One ratchet click off.
Autobot032 wrote:Tantrum: Too tall in combined mode, you end up having to mistransform it to make it work. Very heavy. Reports of the head breaking off. (I can see why.)
GuyIncognito wrote:So they added new die-cast parts that weren't on the original G1 version? That's weird.
euphoricallydead wrote:Autobot032 wrote:The Platinum Edition is ridiculously heavy and off balance because of all the die-cast content.
So was the original just as off balance?
euphoricallydead wrote:Autobot032 wrote:The Platinum and the 2010 reissue are the same item. In fact, the sticker sheet has Japanese writing all over them. It's exactly the same, right down to the paint apps and stickers.
So, anyone buying the previous $199 edition are going to be upset.
I think the sword is different in this edition.
euphoricallydead wrote:Autobot032 wrote:Divebomb: Forearms separate, head wants to droop in beast mode, ratchets too tight.
Rampage: Front legs don't want the ratchets to go all the way, leaving it as though he's tip toeing. (Fortunately, robot mode is excellent.)
Razorclaw: Beast mode head and mane tend to flop around, arms too tight, legs waaaay too loose (it's a load bearing piece and it doesn't feel like it can bear the weight.) Front legs very much like Rampage's. One ratchet click off.
Sound like I will be opening up these guys for surgery.
[/quote]euphoricallydead wrote:Autobot032 wrote:Tantrum: Too tall in combined mode, you end up having to mistransform it to make it work. Very heavy. Reports of the head breaking off. (I can see why.)
Does anyone have a side by side to determine why he is too tall?
I heard people are missing sticker sheets and accessories. I already expected to realign stickers. Are the paint apps that bad? Pictures would be appreciated.
Thanks for all of the in details. I genuinely appreciate it.
GuyIncognito wrote:So they added new die-cast parts that weren't on the original G1 version? That's weird.
JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:GuyIncognito wrote:So they added new die-cast parts that weren't on the original G1 version? That's weird.
G1 Predaking was released during the "material transition phase": early releases had die cast, while later more common releases (including the Japanese version) were all plastic.
euphoricallydead wrote:Autobot032 wrote:The Platinum and the 2010 reissue are the same item. In fact, the sticker sheet has Japanese writing all over them. It's exactly the same, right down to the paint apps and stickers.
So, anyone buying the previous $199 edition are going to be upset.
I think the sword is different in this edition.
fenrir72 wrote:Fyi 1986 Predaking metal parts
1. Razorclaw his hips
2. Divebomb his ips
3. Rampage his hips
4. Headstrong his back
5. Tantrum his his back
As for the issues mentioned by Autobot032, chuck it all to mold degradation.
gavinfuzzy wrote:euphoricallydead wrote:Autobot032 wrote:The Platinum and the 2010 reissue are the same item. In fact, the sticker sheet has Japanese writing all over them. It's exactly the same, right down to the paint apps and stickers.
So, anyone buying the previous $199 edition are going to be upset.
I think the sword is different in this edition.
Thats me.
Oh well. I bought the 2010 version while in Japan. Had a nice time visiting the collector shops in Tokyo, plus I only paid around $160US for it... So i guess its alright.
Autobot032 wrote:1.) My Razorclaw has plastic hips and legs. (the rod running through the torso to connect them to the body is metal.)
Autobot032 wrote:2.) You received all the stickers, including the eyes. (I'd have wanted those. Badly.)
Autobot032 wrote:4.)The Star Saber he comes with ain't worth it.
GuyIncognito wrote:Well I'm glad I read this because I've had my eye on Platinum Predaking for a while, I've just been waiting for the price to come down. After reading all this, the only way I'll buy it is if it comes down to like $50-$60 on clearance at some point.
euphoricallydead wrote:Autobot032 wrote:1.) My Razorclaw has plastic hips and legs. (the rod running through the torso to connect them to the body is metal.)
I'll let you know what is metal on mine. If there are variants it will add a whole nother level of confusion.
euphoricallydead wrote:Autobot032 wrote:2.) You received all the stickers, including the eyes. (I'd have wanted those. Badly.)
The red eye stickers are for the "Decepticons have red eyes rule"? I don't remember the eyes being red in the cartoon. From the pictures I've seen the eye stickers are plain red. Anyone else have the red eye stickers to show?
euphoricallydead wrote:Autobot032 wrote:4.)The Star Saber he comes with ain't worth it.
Is this an extra sword or does it replace one of the originals?
Who wants to put these guys on a scale and see what they weight in at? Would a food scale work or are we going to need a bathroom scale?
euphoricallydead wrote:Would you rather have an Original Predaking or a Platinum Edition Predaking?
Do you think the Platinum Edition Predaking depreciate the value of the original?
Regards.
meggytron wrote:euphoricallydead wrote:Would you rather have an Original Predaking or a Platinum Edition Predaking?
Do you think the Platinum Edition Predaking depreciate the value of the original?
Regards.
If you only had choose one, choose the original. Nothing beats the original and the original does not depreciate either. The original is still priced higher brand new.
You can get some more info on this site:http://www.sirgo.com/buy-predaking-reissue-or-transformers-predaking-pl.aspx
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