eFX TIE fighter at SDCC

[Jedi Dade]

About a million times more accurate... being completely subjective of course...

There is no really good way to quantify more accurate... just to say that this is VERY close to the original... even if its off in small ways.

Not going into the super anal differences with the hatch... they are there we see them, and its still OK with me I've had one of these on order since about 2 minutes after they went on sale and other that the wait, I'm very happy about it

Jedi Dade

 

[jkno]

Thanks Beaz. Will be interesting to see a comparison face to face when eFX is released.

 

[bighead5]

Loving all these comparison photos and information along with the other kits as well. Lots to learn about these TIE's I've come to realize! Really enjoying this thread and I'm anxiously awaiting the release of the eFX version despite some of its inherent flaws or discrepancies!

 

[Clutch]

Fine Molds made a bigger Tie!?

 

[mceddiemac]

Fine Molds made a bigger Tie!?

They have a 1/72
FINE MOLDS 1/72 TIE Fighter

...and a 1/48
FINE MOLDS 1/48 TIE Fighter

 

[Clutch]

Thanks, I never realized there were two versions.

 

[NAZGÛL]

They have a 1/72
FINE MOLDS 1/72 TIE Fighter

...and a 1/48
FINE MOLDS 1/48 TIE Fighter

And bigger is a good word, as finemolds scales have nothing to do with the studio scale versions.

 

[Mr Walker]

And bigger is a good word, as finemolds scales have nothing to do with the studio scale versions.

To be fair though, they're a lovely representation.

Disclaimer: I've built a couple myself. Fun kits, and ideal for a "quickie".

 

[NAZGÛL]

Sure, I also like them! The scales are off compaired to the studio scale models though.

 

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From another thread:

Assuming the original studio miniature is 1/24, then yes the "1/48" scale FM TIE is actually 1/64.

 

[ckwanwoo]

Gene,

Thank you very much for sharing the progress of eFX.

Actually, I lost the courage to build my Tie through your pics.:cry

thanks Eric.

 

[BigLeagueChu]

Love these behind the scenes pics...more please!!

 

[jedimaster]

Check it...

http://www.therpf.com/f9/efx-tie-fighter-any-volunteers-161669/

 

[Turrican]

Just pre-ordered mine today.Sure it will look nice beside my Code 3 X1.
Is it correct that there will be only 657 pieces, not 1000 ?

From the efx homepage:

The pre-order of our incredible TIE Fighter FX Model is now closed. The final edition size is 657 pieces worldwide

http://www.efxcollectibles.com/p-96-imperial-tie-fighter-episode-iv-a-new-hope-pre-order.aspx

And.... i need another class case.

 

[bighead5]

Wow, 657 is pretty low; I really expected it to be higher!

 

[Turrican]

Is something wrong again at efx?
Today i have seen that mine should be around at 15.01.2013 now.
Last date i had was around 15.11.2012.

Well...better January 2013 as never...:rolleyes

 

[jkno]

Is something wrong again at efx?
Today i have seen that mine should be around at 15.01.2013 now.
Last date i had was around 15.11.2012.

Well...better January 2013 as never...:rolleyes

Same here. At least they might have the time to find out all the problems that might occur and fix them until then.

 

[Turrican]

I doubt it.

It might maybe unfair to say this, but i have never seen any project from efx what succeed straightaway.
Never heard of any of that problems at Master Replicas,Code 3 , Icons etc.
Strange.

The X Wing SS model... some of them arrived damaged, The X Wing helmets..many of them arrived damaged... ,The legend/limited Vader helmet...some of them arrived damaged.
At nearly each product they had to make replacements.
I think if they not can handle that problem in future, we will not see many things from them in future again.

In 2010 the Tie Fighter got anounced with a limited run of 1000 pieces.
3 years later there are only 657 pieces left.

Maybe not let make all that high end stuff in China, from guys who have no clue about what they are doing, just get told it in 3 weeks crash course for cheap dumping labor costs.

Not want to be harsh or unfair, it's just my opinion.
It's just...it looks very strange for someone outside, how efx seems to do there work...it's strange...i don't know..well strange :confused

 

[Stormy320]

This is a problem many US businesses have. If the product isn't made in China, then labor cost may be higher therefore resulting in the item being more expensive. The more expensive the item, the fewer will be sold (in theory).

 

[Fett_Ish]

I doubt it.

It might maybe unfair to say this, but i have never seen any project from efx what succeed straightaway.
Never heard of any of that problems at Master Replicas,Code 3 , Icons etc.
Strange.

The X Wing SS model... some of them arrived damaged, The X Wing helmets..many of them arrived damaged... ,The legend/limited Vader helmet...some of them arrived damaged.
At nearly each product they had to make replacements.
I think if they not can handle that problem in future, we will not see many things from them in future again.

In 2010 the Tie Fighter got anounced with a limited run of 1000 pieces.
3 years later there are only 657 pieces left.

Maybe not let make all that high end stuff in China, from guys who have no clue about what they are doing, just get told it in 3 weeks crash course for cheap dumping labor costs.

Not want to be harsh or unfair, it's just my opinion.
It's just...it looks very strange for someone outside, how efx seems to do there work...it's strange...i don't know..well strange :confused

Master Replicas had the same issues,but were good with replacements.Also if I'm not mistaken EFX is the same folks more or less. After I found this darn place I'll never buy a mass produced prop again. I've always loved building models and thanks to talented folks here I have an SS Tie that I built and love. Vintage Koolshade just waiting for wingstars to really make it awesome. Now that I've seen this though I also need decals.