Pictorial and Video Reviews for Authentics Optimus Primal
Wednesday, January 18th, 2023 10:15PM CST
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While the Authentics line is not covered heavily since it isn't part of any reveals and is not even meant for big box retailers, the Optimus Primal toy did interest fans since it works with the core class collection Hasbro has been setting up in the Generations lines. However, as you will see below, this is not a core class toy, size wise. It is between the core class and deluxe class, being almost as big as a Studio Series Bumblebee toy. We have two reviews below to give you a better look at the figure. We don't have more info regarding his availability since there is no set rule for where figures like these may end up or when they will show up in various markets.
From TF fan France who posted on Botposting.
From TF fan France who posted on Botposting.
Authentics bravo class Optimus Primal.
He's... actually pretty good. I expected this to be very hollow and weightless like the other ones from the same toyline, but no. It's the opposite.
He has a decent amount of articulation, NONE of the pieces have fallen off, he doesn't look very hollow except on his legs and a little on the arms, and he actually has weight.
The painting and sculpting are good.
The arms and legs can bend and because they're on a balljoint they can also swivel. The head can only look from side to side in robot mode and the gorilla head can only look up and down.
For the accessories he has two blasters which are stored on his back.
He unfortunately doesn't have his two swords.
I'd say it's a good Optimus Primal for those looking for cheap.
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Re: Pictorial and Video Reviews for Authentics Optimus Primal (2154044)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 18th, 2023 @ 11:29pm CST
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 18th, 2023 @ 11:29pm CST
The hollow bits are less incongruous than I thought. The bot looks great, the gorilla looks great, and that transformation is quick and easy. If I ever see it at Canadian Tire, I'll pick him up for sure.
Re: Pictorial and Video Reviews for Authentics Optimus Primal (2154049)
Posted by Bumblevivisector on January 19th, 2023 @ 3:33am CST
Posted by Bumblevivisector on January 19th, 2023 @ 3:33am CST
I know producing reprolabels for evergreen figures would kind of defeat the point pricewise, but this Primal's chest is like a blue canvas BEGGING to be embellished! Have toyhax ever done that for Authentics?
Re: Pictorial and Video Reviews for Authentics Optimus Primal (2154050)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 19th, 2023 @ 4:30am CST
No sets for any Authentics toys so far.
Not even 3D printed filler pieces or upgrade kits exist for any and those seriously needs them. Sure, those would also defeat the point of Authentics, but some designs are really good and could deserves the upgrade.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 19th, 2023 @ 4:30am CST
Bumblevivisector wrote:I know producing reprolabels for evergreen figures would kind of defeat the point pricewise, but this Primal's chest is like a blue canvas BEGGING to be embellished! Have toyhax ever done that for Authentics?
No sets for any Authentics toys so far.
Not even 3D printed filler pieces or upgrade kits exist for any and those seriously needs them. Sure, those would also defeat the point of Authentics, but some designs are really good and could deserves the upgrade.
Re: Pictorial and Video Reviews for Authentics Optimus Primal (2154062)
Posted by Emerje on January 19th, 2023 @ 9:34am CST
Shame that because some figures like Barricade are really good but terribly painted. He'd really benefit from window and door decals.
Emerje
Posted by Emerje on January 19th, 2023 @ 9:34am CST
-Kanrabat- wrote:Bumblevivisector wrote:I know producing reprolabels for evergreen figures would kind of defeat the point pricewise, but this Primal's chest is like a blue canvas BEGGING to be embellished! Have toyhax ever done that for Authentics?
No sets for any Authentics toys so far.
Not even 3D printed filler pieces or upgrade kits exist for any and those seriously needs them. Sure, those would also defeat the point of Authentics, but some designs are really good and could deserves the upgrade.
Shame that because some figures like Barricade are really good but terribly painted. He'd really benefit from window and door decals.
Emerje
Re: Pictorial and Video Reviews for Authentics Optimus Primal (2154126)
Posted by TulioDude on January 20th, 2023 @ 5:38pm CST
Posted by TulioDude on January 20th, 2023 @ 5:38pm CST
He looks pretty good! Its an official downsizing of the Kingdom mold, it makes me wish to see
other charactes and molds receive the same "Authentics" treatment.
Day 1116 of waiting for Transformers Armada Masterpiece news.
other charactes and molds receive the same "Authentics" treatment.
Day 1116 of waiting for Transformers Armada Masterpiece news.
Re: Pictorial and Video Reviews for Authentics Optimus Primal (2173253)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on November 6th, 2023 @ 6:07pm CST
Posted by -Kanrabat- on November 6th, 2023 @ 6:07pm CST
Here's a video review of the Transformers Authentics Bravo Class OPTIMUS PRIMAL by Soundwave 8084 on YouTube:
This may be the best Bravo so far.
I NEED IT!
This may be the best Bravo so far.
I NEED IT!
Re: Pictorial and Video Reviews for Authentics Optimus Primal (2173259)
Posted by Emerje on November 7th, 2023 @ 1:10am CST
You might be right, that looks really good and big for a Bravo. Definitely need to keep an eye for these at the usual suspects (Five Below and Big Lots).
Emerje
Posted by Emerje on November 7th, 2023 @ 1:10am CST
-Kanrabat- wrote:This may be the best Bravo so far.
I NEED IT!
You might be right, that looks really good and big for a Bravo. Definitely need to keep an eye for these at the usual suspects (Five Below and Big Lots).
Emerje
