Tf prime hasbro or tfprime takara.

[kristofferrer]

I just couldn't get over the extra block holes over the body of the vehicle modes of the Japanese ones, I do like their partners but not enough to damage my bank account for a second figure just for the micron.

i had a look at the comparisons of the current releases and there isnt really that much significance (which is kinda sad). the only gripe i have is the weapons. they dont seem to have stuck to the show.
i do like the microns as well but not the stickers as much

[KalEl]

I just couldn't get over the extra block holes over the body of the vehicle modes of the Japanese ones, I do like their partners but not enough to damage my bank account for a second figure just for the micron.

this is my thoughts on it http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showpo...23&postcount=8

[SkyWarp91]

I'm not really fussed on whether I'm consistent with getting the Hasbro or TakTom releases for one series of Toys. I'm more fussed with availability, sometimes Hasbro doesn't even get the figures that TakTom gets - e.g. Deluxe Leadfoot. So long as I have the toy, I'm not that fussed. Though I do prefer Hasbro as they are cheaper, but as for PRIME toys - unless you really love the show I say go for the Hasbro releases as you wouldn't be missing much by getting the Takara releases.

[UltraMarginal]

I'm not really fussed on whether I'm consistent with getting the Hasbro or TakTom releases for one series of Toys. I'm more fussed with availability, sometimes Hasbro doesn't even get the figures that TakTom gets - e.g. Deluxe Leadfoot. So long as I have the toy, I'm not that fussed. Though I do prefer Hasbro as they are cheaper, but as for PRIME toys - unless you really love the show I say go for the Hasbro releases as you wouldn't be missing much by getting the Takara releases.

I really love the show and I'll be getting the hasbro releases.

The mechtech ports are Uuugly, the minicons aren't in the show and don't really fit the aesthetic.
Because there are minicons, you don't get the normal weapons that come with the hasbro toys and, Ratchet especially, the hasbro toy has far superior weapons.
Over time the stickers just aren't going to look as good as the paint.

[GoktimusPrime]

I say go for whichever version you personally prefer and can get for a good price.

[UltraMagnus]

I say go for whichever version you personally prefer and can get for a good price.

I tend to second this.

Only thing I would mention about takara's version that in Hong Kong the price is only marginally more expensive.

The key thing about the takara packaging is that you can happily put it back and keep the MIB feel.
The issue collectors in HK have with the Takara are the stickers and putting the weapons together... but I tell them to stop bitching and moaning because you didn't complain at G1 when we did this

If you haven't started collecting yet, its a great time to start. I have a feeling this series will be one of the most popular and will be hard to find toys in a year or so time.
(except bumblebee - there THOUSANDS of that toy around...)

[GoktimusPrime]

but I tell them to stop bitching and moaning because you didn't complain at G1 when we did this

Yeah but there were a lot of things in G1 that we didn't complain about as much that we would be up in arms about if it happened with TF toys today.

e.g.:
+ Lack of articulation/poseability in robot mode
+ Lack of durability (G1/G2 TFs are much more fragile than most post-G2 TFs - many post-G2 TFs have parts that are designed to pop back on if they become detached - if a part of a G1 TF came off, you were usually screwed)
+ Lack of incorporation or self-containment of robot parts/accessories in alt mode. e.g. fists, weapons etc. that we had to set aside -- and were easier to lose. Imagine if they released TFs today with detachable fists that had nowhere to go in alt mode! That'd SUCK!

[kristofferrer]

Only thing I would mention about takara's version that in Hong Kong the price is only marginally more expensive.

If you haven't started collecting yet, its a great time to start. I have a feeling this series will be one of the most popular and will be hard to find toys in a year or so time.
(except bumblebee - there THOUSANDS of that toy around...)

I found that Takara toys were generally cheaper in HK than they were in JP (unless of course you went to those Kmart/Target stores in Japan where they sold United voyagers for $17AU).

I think this series will go up as well - i dont want it to. I've already noticed Target/Kmart smelling the trend of collectors and upping their prices to be on par with the Classics.

I really want to mix and match with Takara and Hasbro, though im not currently in the best position to splurge on the hobby as much.

I say go for whichever version you personally prefer and can get for a good price.

This is indeed an approach im going with. It's new for me as i've usually only stuck with one line. However, since value is a lot more distinct (i.e. different accessories with the toys), the mix and match approach "would be the most prudent course of action."

getting a good price is part of the fun

[KalEl]

Yeah but there were a lot of things in G1 that we didn't complain about as much that we would be up in arms about if it happened with TF toys today.

e.g.:
+ Lack of articulation/poseability in robot mode
+ Lack of durability (G1/G2 TFs are much more fragile than most post-G2 TFs - many post-G2 TFs have parts that are designed to pop back on if they become detached - if a part of a G1 TF came off, you were usually screwed)
+ Lack of incorporation or self-containment of robot parts/accessories in alt mode. e.g. fists, weapons etc. that we had to set aside -- and were easier to lose. Imagine if they released TFs today with detachable fists that had nowhere to go in alt mode! That'd SUCK!

This is like chalk and cheese, you cant really compare G1 toys to modern toys.
Technology alone makes that argument mute.

[SkyWarp91]

This is like chalk and cheese, you cant really compare G1 toys to modern toys.
Technology alone makes that argument mute.

Hey now, chalk and cheese are comparable. You can't eat cheese...