Takara Transformers MP-30 Masterpiece Ratchet In-Hand Images

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Thanks to fellow Seibertronian Cyberpath we have some new in-hand images of Masterpiece Ratchet! This Masterpiece uses the Ironhide mold with some retooling. The images were originally from Blacklai's toybase. Check out some of the mirrored images below, and visit the link for all the images. Let us know what you think in the comments section below, and as always stay tuned to Seibertron.com for all your latest Transformers News and Galleries!

Transformers News: Takara Transformers MP-30 Masterpiece Ratchet In-Hand Images

Takara Transformers MP-30 Masterpiece Ratchet In-Hand Images

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Comment by Sabrblade Apr 21, 2016

Man, I SO want them to make a Marvel comics Ratchet redeco, like how they did for King Grimlock.

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Comment by Desslok2201 Apr 21, 2016

Wow, it's really not going to be that hard to give him proper cross stickers on the shoulders, is it? The only way to make that easier is to include a pamphlet on how to use a pair of scissors

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Comment by Cyberpath Apr 21, 2016

itscramtastic wrote:
Cyberpath wrote:When you think about it, it's kind of funny that we buy the same toy again (pretty much,) because it represents a different character on the cartoon.
It's the G1 in all of us, cause that's where the repaints started (well Diaclone..but more G1). I also find it funny that I get annoyed with repaints/retools in other lines sometimes but don't question it on MP. I think the Bayverse stuff may have angered me, with first release then premiums, then 80 Bumblebees.

I draw the line at Decepticons jets who aren't Starscream.

(Though I don't have him yet either, heh.)

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Comment by Burn Apr 21, 2016

When I first saw pics of him I was all "Oh yeah, this is MUCH better than Ironhide!"

Then I got Ironhide in hand, and looking at those pics I just see a sea of white.

Got a long way to go to beat Ironhide Ratchet! I might just have to bite the bullet and have you shipped on your own.

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Comment by hinomars19 Apr 21, 2016

I got Ironhide today after much much thinking and near ordering and backing off-and I was right, the mold irritates me

Just looks odd.

The super cartoony blue windows on Ratchet just add to me simply not caring about these 2. I mean, Ironhide is here now, but had I never ordered him I wouldn't be missing anything

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Comment by Ironzeus Apr 21, 2016

I'm extremely excited for this. I just got my soon in stock pre-order notice from BBTS. I also bought Ironhide on release. I understand its the basically the same mold but its just too major of a character to not want it for completion of a G1 Masterpiece collection. I think the white makes a pretty big visual difference on the mold and the character doesn't look like "White Ironhide".

The mp line has been sooo good this year I gladly will pay to keep Takara churning new MPs out. I mean we've had like 4 sweet releases in just the first 4 months of 2016.

They've been making insane progress on the MP characters but i cant wait till Jazz, Galvatron and maybe a Beast Wars Scorponok or Tarantulas get a shot at getting a MP-##.

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Comment by Cyberpath Apr 22, 2016

From the Chosen Prime:

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Comment by huryochagi Apr 22, 2016

I'm going to pass this one. I'm glad I skipped Ironhide and bought Shockwave instead. Of course, Masterpiece Shockwave is way overpriced, but at least he looks perfect.

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Comment by galvatron00 Apr 22, 2016

Anyone else choosing to use the smile face more than the no-expression face?

That's what I'm doing. Happy Ratchet FTW :KREMZEEK:

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Comment by fenrir72 Apr 23, 2016

huryochagi wrote:I'm going to pass this one. I'm glad I skipped Ironhide and bought Shockwave instead. Of course, Masterpiece Shockwave is way overpriced, but at least he looks perfect.

So what would be the the right MP Laserwave price be then?

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Comment by Ravage XK Apr 23, 2016

My Ratchet has just arrived, I'm opening it now.

First impressions of the alt mode and it's a good even white all over, maybe some panels aren't quite aligned properly but that is sorted easily. A couple of minor defects in the plastic surface, typical sort of stuff. Collector coin is nice but not thrilling.

No jet pack with Ratchet, shame as it looks really nice on Ironhide but I suppose we get a set of tools to make up for it.

During first transformation I got quite a bit of white paint flakes chip off, easily seen on my black trousers.

No issues, no floppy joints.

He looks good.

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Comment by Cyberpath Apr 23, 2016

In-hand pix from Sixo --

Comparison pix with 3P figure:
https://www.facebook.com/DaimChocReport ... 6221552479

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Comment by william-james88 Apr 24, 2016

Fans are already getting their Masterpiece Ratchets in the mail, have you received yours yet? What do you think about it? Optibotimus got his and shared his thoughts in this video review below.

optibotimus wrote:Enjoy guys!

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Comment by Optimum Supreme Apr 25, 2016

william-james88 wrote:Fans are already getting their Masterpiece Ratchets in the mail, have you received yours yet? What do you think about it? Optibotimus got his and shared his thoughts in this video review below.

optibotimus wrote:Enjoy guys!

For some reason the figure looks a lot better than Ironhide to me. Only thing, those windows as pointed out in the vid let you see too clearly into the "guts".

I don't think it even needs the red +'s on the shoulders, it looks fine as is.

I'd still like to see it done in Marvel colors.

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Comment by Starsaber468 Apr 25, 2016

uh how come charles (OptimusPrimeSG) didn't get meantioned first for revealing it first?

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Comment by william-james88 Apr 25, 2016

Starsaber468 wrote: uh how come charles (OptimusPrimeSG) didn't get meantioned first for revealing it first?

Because he didnt contact us. Its right there in my signature, you think something deserves front page, you contact us and let us know, if not there are no guarantees.

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Comment by shajaki Apr 25, 2016

Did anyone else watch Bot's review? I became terrified when I saw the broken thumb on his Ironhide :shock:

Is that a widespread issue?

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Comment by Starsaber468 Apr 25, 2016

william-james88 wrote:
Starsaber468 wrote: uh how come charles (OptimusPrimeSG) didn't get meantioned first for revealing it first?

Because he didnt contact us. Its right there in my signature, you think something deserves front page, you contact us and let us know, if not there are no guarantees.

True though some odd reason his review didn't even come up in my video descriptions must be one of those weird youtube things

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Comment by Cobotron Apr 29, 2016

Oh MAN! I had no problems with Iron Hide, but damn Ratchet takes the mold.

Have I ever mentioned how much I love how well MPs scale with Microman in robot mode?

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Comment by fenrir72 Apr 29, 2016

Cobotron wrote:

Oh MAN! I had no problems with Iron Hide, but damn Ratchet takes the mold.

Have I ever mentioned how much I love how well MPs scale with Microman in robot mode?

Those treads. Are those from that botcon exclusive Ironhide from Superlink or something?

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