What are your standards when it comes to the "perfect" reissue?

[GoktimusPrime]

One thing I cant consider perfect though is if the reissue has defects ( even though sturdy) in the mold - like that of the nosecones of the seekers, just looks bad... the original nosecones are just more "perfect".

I agree. Hence I find it a peculiar claim that Encore Devastator could be considered "perfect" when it has numerous flaws/defects in its design/manufacture.

Also price range - the reissues (encores) have been pretty much cheaper and hence affordable to get than originals or much earlier reissues) - which is one detraction ( although I have the figure) from E-hobby Astrotrain. Yes it has the show accurate ( or near to it) color scheme but the price is just off putting...

To be fair, you're talking about inflated aftermarket prices. eHobby Astrotrain originally sold for 3000JPY ($38). I find aftermarket prices to be off-putting in general for any toy... but yeah, limited exclusive toys like eHobby Astrotrain would be more prohibitive than others on the aftermarket. But it doesn't mean that the toy was overpriced to begin with.