The Transformers: Masterpiece (トランスフォーマー マスターピース) MP-20 Wheeljack Opening!

#Transformers #Wheeljack #TransformersMasterpiece MP-20 Wheeljack opening with photos and video!

The latest offering in the Transformers Masterpiece line hit shelves across Japan yesterday with the excellent representation of Wheeljack from G1 Transformers.

Firstly I want to say this is an excellent looking model though I was a bit disappointed at how 'plasticy' he looks. This is due to the white plastic not being painted. I think it would have given the model a higher quality look if they had given the white areas a paint job as well. I would have also liked to see rubber tyres on his wheels. 

The highlight of this Wheeljack is his head. As soon as I see it, I can imagine him working away building the Dinobots or in the tragic scene from the movie. Wheeljack is a must have for any Masterpiece and Transformers collector/fan! While I was disappointed with the quality I am still really happy I got him. Check out the photos and video for a closer look at him and if you end up getting Wheeljack for yourself make sure you transform him when you are in a good mood as he was a pain to transform to robot mode the first time!

Transformers Masterpiece MP-19 Smokescreen

#Transformers #TransformersMasterpiece MP-19 Smokescreen on my doorstep Saturday morning #InternetShopping ftw.

What’s the best way to start the weekend? By opening up and playing with the latest Transformers Masterpiece release you say? Well you are correct! Smokescreen arrived on my door this morning and he looks fabulous! Smokescreen is definitely my favourite car release so far. His build quality is the same as the previous releases. His paint job is good all over and is very vibrant which makes him stand out. Sadly, my Smokescreen has a few scuff marks on the windshield which was quite disappointing. It would be good to see higher quality control from Takara Tomy (hinthint). If anyone is interested in picking one up we can do him for $65US + shipping. Please message us if you would like to purchase one. I can also track down any of the older releases for you.

Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave review

Transformers Masterpiece MP-13 Soundwave review. #G1 #Transformers #Masterpiece #Soundwave

The war on Cybertron had taken its toll on the mighty Soundwave at the start of the year when he was ripped from the shelves in a fierce battle to own this fantastic Masterpiece edition remake. Thankfully he was able to rebuild and was rereleased in September when I managed to get my hands on him. I was pleasantly surprised when I still saw him in a few stores so I thought I would give you a quick review in case anyone is hunting him down.

Firstly for those that are unfamiliar with the MP range. They are rereleases of the original Transformers toys. However thanks to modern day technology they are in scale with each other and are very accurate to their animated forms. This Soundwave in robot form is the splitting image of what I grew up watching.

Soundwave stands at about 23cm and comes with his trusty companion Lazerbeak! Like the others in the MP range he has fantastic articulation and has a very solid build quality. The only down side is that there are some paint markings and defects in parts. However I can look past this because he looks amazing on my shelf with Lazerbeak.

If anyone is looking to pick this guy up or any of the previous or upcoming Transformers Masterpiece releases please let me know either via our Facebook page or message on Ebay and I will try my best to get you the best price.

Transformers Masterpiece MP-17 Prowl review

New Transformers Masterpiece MP-17 Prowl. #G1 #Transformers #Masterpiece

Check out MP-17 Prowl! This recent release in the Transformers Masterpiece line from Takara Tomy is absolutely stunning. They managed to capture the essence of him from the animation and crafted an amazing replica of him in toy form. Like the previous released Autobots he is scaled to fit inside Opitimus Prime’s trailer. This was my first Masterpiece purchase after holding back for the past few years and within two days of receiving him I suddenly had four more! So be prepared to make shelf space if you are a Transformers fan as this is a must have. The alt mode is based on the Nissan Fairlady 280Z-T to really drive home the 80s nostalgic. After a few minutes of transforming, which is straight forward in this model, you really start to get that little kid giddy feeling as you see him take form. Equipped with his two shoulder mounted cannons and his hand held blaster he is ready to take out some Decepticon no gooders!

My only disappointment with the toy, and this goes for all of the Masterpiece line, is I feel it should be painted/crafted to a higher quality to match the Masterpiece name. However, the overall design makes up for this let down. Overall this is a must have for any Transformer fan and I foresee the upcoming Masterpiece releases joining him on my shelf.