Nice shot!

You've pretty much just shone the "Tailsman Signal" in the sky just now :lol

You're right. He'll soon be making an appearance. And if he doesn't, color me shocked.

What are some key differences between the original and reissue of Kamen Rider Kabuto?

Are you talking about the original Figuarts Kabuto versus the Shinkocchou Seihou? Or between the first and second releases of the latter?

I'm not aware of any differences between SS Kabuto between its original and subsequent releases.

The most dramatic difference between the two are the accurate proportions. The Shinkocchou Seihou is slightly larger, and some colors are more accurate. Heck, you can boil most of it down to accuracy. SS Kabuto also has some unique articulation like the movable pecs.

I'm asking what's the difference between this:
http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q...6E5598DD3E.jpg
And this:
http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q...79F189D74D.jpg

They're completely different figures. The first picture is a nine year old figure that's extremely dated, and the second is the first entry in Figuarts' premium sub-brand "Shinkocchou Seihou" that deals in highly detailed, better proportioned figures.

The one on top is this:

http://www.airliners.net/photos/airl.../0/1172033.jpg

The one on the bottom is THIS:

https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikiped..._(cropped).jpg

That doesn't explain anything. I asked for whats different not metaphor. ��

Early, at-the-time adequate product vs. the absolute cutting edge of modern technology in both cases.

The original Kabuto- the one on top- is superior in exactly two aspects: Affordability and Availability. The SS Kabuto- the one on the bottom- is superior in every other aspect.
Detailing? Check.
Paint? Check.
Proportions? Check.
Articulation? Check.
Suit/show-accuracy? CHECK.

Its kind of hard to compare the differences between two entirely different figures, It's an apt metaphor they are both figuarts, generations apart, except the original kabuto should go in the trash, not a museum. You can get the original for dirt cheap, but it doesn't hold up and will look really out of place next to anything but the other old riders people can't sell because an SS was released.

Thanks. I guess my question now, is, is the first one worth the $20 I paid for it?

If it was $20 shipped, sure. It's an okay figure and if you want Kabuto representation, there are a lot worse options. It honestly comes down to whether or not you have the desire, time, and money to hunt down the SS or if you're fine with the original.


Now, I understand someone attempted to edge in on my game. To them I have this to say:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4RXUlxUcAAqMoc.jpg

Stay out of my territory.

I'm happy with it. I guess in the end that's what matters most.

https://68.media.tumblr.com/c509d977...dw9zo1_500.jpg

https://68.media.tumblr.com/59602ab5...dw9zo2_500.jpg

Tell me you didn't pay $100+ for that figure... and if you didn't tell me where to get one ;)

He's taken a dive in recent months, it's not unusual to find him for around 6500.

I got him for $60 flat XD

I am confused about the hate for earlier Figuarts. Ok, so the SS figures are arguably better. The earlier figures are still Figuarts which are loads better than anything Hasbro puts out.

So they may not be the hottest newest thing. They may not be as accurate as a SS. There's STILL plenty of figures they look great with, and they still outnumber the SS line. So, my "old" Kabuto fits in with the older figures. They outnumber the new figures three to one. Are you gonna hate on the older figures who don't yet have an SS, or may never get one?

It just doesn't make sense. The old Kabuto is a great figure. It might have been outclassed by the new one, but it still outclasses almost every other 6" figure on the market, EXCEPT the new one.

That's true, but does that mean that just because that every Figuart is better than what Hasbro puts out means no Figuart is to be criticised?

Red Buster is still loads better than anything Hasbro put out. But that doesn't mean that Red Buster isn't a HUGE disappointment compared to any other Sentai Figuart.

No, but there's a difference between an old figure and an old figure that's scrawny and suffers from noticeable bow legged-ness. THAT's the issue with the old Kabuto Figuart, it hasn't stood the test of time like many other Figuarts do and a newer one has only served to highlight those flaws even more.

As above. But hey, if you're happy with the figure that's all that matters.

I really don't see the bowleggedness, but I don't have the new one to compare it to.

It's not hatred. I don't know of anyone actually regarding the older versions with contempt. It's just that times have changed, technology has advanced, and some of us prefer the more modern, more accurate, more robust version over the older one.

And it makes perfect sense. We all have our own preferences. You find the old Kabuto to be suitable, and that's good, for you. Personally, I never thought for a second to add any of the pre-Ryuki SHFs to my collection because their engineering is so outdated that it'd be an eyesore, especially alongside modern figures like Blade, Gaim, and Drive. "Better than everyone else" doesn't mean much for people who want better than that- and that's what SS is. It's the creme de la creme.

I suggest you check out some of the comparisons here.

I'll put it this way: the only pre-SS Kabuto figures I have are Hyper Kabuto and Sasword. Hyper Kabuto does not even belong in the same universe as the new S.S. Kabuto, even though Hyper Kabuto itself isn't a bad figure. Sasword is more or less serviceable next to the new ones.


But I'd take new versions of either of those figures in a heartbeat.....once they release TheBee, of course.

EDIT: Speaking of which, I meant to post this:

http://i.imgur.com/oF4HbDx.jpg

My apologies; my camera and lighting are not very good.

http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h1...pszdt6cpp2.jpg

That's a great Black + RX display, I love it!

Man I love this figure far more than I thought I would.

http://i.imgur.com/Vo3Knqm.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/yPyAUgl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/BD2K7IT.jpg

Still wondering if they're gonna make the bikes for ZO and J. I mean, they've been making them for every other Showa Rider so far.

Nice pics! J is a great looking figure. I could kick myself for forgetting to order him in time.

Well J has a set "bike" hands, so I wouldn't rule it out.

Thanks! I definitely recommend picking him up if you ever come across him on the aftermarket.

I attempted to do a Samurai Troopers-inspired shoot with Gaim. Again.

No idea how to use these effects properly.

http://i.imgur.com/sgcBRADl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/kRYNCa2l.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/O4MFu9tl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/SN1c0Q0l.jpg

SCIENCE!

http://i1131.photobucket.com/albums/...-DOScience.jpg

http://i1131.photobucket.com/albums/...OScience02.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C7Mxxo1WwAEJUx8.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C7M6aRqXUAAJevj.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C7M0zCOX4AAIbm-.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C7M4y7qX0AA3CyM.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C7M7-BBXUAEZvNc.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C7M95-VW4AAZLuI.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C7M_aw2WwAAbhRE.jpg

Alpha and Omega are absolute figuart gems. Sculpting, paintwork, accessories, articulation...There's very little to fault them for. And I'm sure Sigma's gonna have the same quality.

Can only hope Amazon Neo meets these standards when it's time for S2 releases.

And I still don't know why I dislike Alpha's headsculpt so much :lol

But I'm also very excited to see how Amazon Neo turns out.

Great pictures ElConvoy :)

http://i.imgur.com/Xzew27O.png

PS Sorry for the bad image quality. Had to use me phone for this one.

That is too funny. :lol

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C8OII2cUMAI4VA4.jpg
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C8NdIr2UQAIenl0.jpg
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C8NafJAVYAAT8Ms.jpg

Splurged on Type Tridoron a while back. At first, I only wanted one figuart per each Rider from Drive, but seeing so many pictures and reviews of this guy made me want him and he doesn't disappoint. I love the accessory count you get with the Bonus Tires.


http://i.imgur.com/Gupvcwm.jpg