They will probably just give the party line and say the actual production piece may differ from the prototype. But what I really hate is how different the plate looks from the original prop. That was an important design feature of the original and they should have left it the way it was.
MR Assualt Phaser Delivered!
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Mola Rob
Sr Member
MR has failed for the most part to address any issues with their products in the past and I don't see them starting now. I was on a list for both the AP and the Tricorder but I'm giving up my spots. Too much money to spend on a product that clearly was cheapened during the transition to production model. No more MR for me. Gotta get me some kits and fan made goodness.
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The sad part is that Art Asylum has matched what MR has put out for the most part and done a better job for the price. AA has done the TOS phaser, tricorder, and communicator. I would love to see them do this phaser. With some aftermarket parts I'm sure it would be acceptable. The only prop AA has not done is the cobrahead. I think I will stick to the AA stuff and modify them instead of spending the money for this stuff from MR.
kuyadavid
Well-Known Member
Reading through the posts in MR's forum, I am even more discouraged. Enough people are reporting the bad paint job that I am wondering if this is even worth having.
Do we still have the same options for replacement or refund when we go with an authorized dealer? (seems obvious that we would, but I have bought all my previous MR pieces either direct or in after-market resale where there are no such options)
Do we still have the same options for replacement or refund when we go with an authorized dealer? (seems obvious that we would, but I have bought all my previous MR pieces either direct or in after-market resale where there are no such options)
WinstonWolf359
Master Member
Wow, I can't believe how funky that paint job looks, and that seam is pretty nasty looking too!
The tag on the clip copies a screen used phaser exactly, though. There were (at least) two different versions of the bottom tag that I'm aware of. Roddenberry's matches the other version, so both are correct.
The tag on the clip copies a screen used phaser exactly, though. There were (at least) two different versions of the bottom tag that I'm aware of. Roddenberry's matches the other version, so both are correct.
Hey Cliff! Yes...it sure has been a long time. Hope life is treating you well.
Hi Chad, it sure has....thanks! Same goes for you. And Jim, thanks for posting the pics; my paint job is in the exact same shape as yours.
cdw
Before signing up on an authorized dealer's list for both the Assault Phaser and Mark IX Tricorder, I asked whether we would have the same protection as if we ordered directly through MR. I was assured that authorized dealers do offer the same options as MR for replacement or return.
Onigiri
Sr Member
Oi
Ive already heard some bad things about the tricorder which WAS supposed to be metal like the FC Phaser then MR tried to go on teh cheap and have that done out of plastic as well but that caused some issus as it really mucks up the production process.
Im not sure whats going on with the finish on the phaser there. I think they may have been trying to repro the original finish which was not gloss black and not regular paint. My original HERO AP has a charcoal colored finish to it as well that looks like silicon spray not gloss or semi gloss paint.
Ive already heard some bad things about the tricorder which WAS supposed to be metal like the FC Phaser then MR tried to go on teh cheap and have that done out of plastic as well but that caused some issus as it really mucks up the production process.
Im not sure whats going on with the finish on the phaser there. I think they may have been trying to repro the original finish which was not gloss black and not regular paint. My original HERO AP has a charcoal colored finish to it as well that looks like silicon spray not gloss or semi gloss paint.
We'll dammit!!!
SFPROPS
Sr Member
Weren't most all these pieces originally plastic to begin with?
I understand it's kind of cooler in metal, but it's not like doing it in basically the original materials is ripping someone off (unless of course they specifically say what parts are going to be metal before hand and don't deliver).
The Assault Phaser for instance - you're going to pay over $200 for an unlicensed resin kit that has to be put together and have no base/case/cover.
I'd be more concerned with what they may have gotten wrong (paint?) than the price or materials, based on what's been said.
I understand it's kind of cooler in metal, but it's not like doing it in basically the original materials is ripping someone off (unless of course they specifically say what parts are going to be metal before hand and don't deliver).
The Assault Phaser for instance - you're going to pay over $200 for an unlicensed resin kit that has to be put together and have no base/case/cover.
I'd be more concerned with what they may have gotten wrong (paint?) than the price or materials, based on what's been said.
I think I can understand where many here are coming from. The MR TOS Phaser, (which I had one of those myself), was made it seems far better than the MR Assault Phaser. It was a really well done piece. I think many, (if not all), of us we're thinking the Assault Phaser should be at that same level of quality particularly at that high a price.
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Well, that make me feel a little better. If it were not for the finish on this piece I would be happy with it. I just don't understand the reason for the overspray.
Luke Skyvader
Sr Member
Let me put it this way....The Master Replicas TOS phaser is not an exact prop replica. I guess the term is idealized. I have two and I'd rather go homeless then sell them....if you get my drift.
I'll take my lumps on this one but I'll also pick up a roddenberry kit...give it a couple of years dump the MR on ebay & keep the Roddenberry.
Pete
Its obvious that whom ever is making the decisions on cost and quality control does not care about what they are popping out. I don't think the management there gets it. MR needs to be creating true high quality collectors pieces. They have lost their focus and do not understand anymore what the customer is looking for.
I predict this company is going to fall apart in the next year or so if they do not take a hard look and change direction from what they are doing currently. With this economy, it is hard enough finding customers to purchase good products. Turn out pieces like this and your dooming your business to failure.
I predict this company is going to fall apart in the next year or so if they do not take a hard look and change direction from what they are doing currently. With this economy, it is hard enough finding customers to purchase good products. Turn out pieces like this and your dooming your business to failure.
I just recieved my Assualt Phaser and I guess I'm one of the few people that is okay with it. From what some of the people were saying, I thought this thing would weight next to nothing, but it does actually have some heft to it, it seems like it is very close in weight to my MR TOS Phaser. As for the finish, mine seems to be pretty good, I don't have the poorly finished seems that I've seen on some the of the others. I do have the oxidation or whatever you call it on the finish, but it is not bad and to me, it doesn't look bad at all. The only problem I've got with it is the plate on the bottom, but someone here posted that there were 2 different types on the originals and that this was indeed one of them. So that being the case, then I don't mind it.
I don't know if it is worth what they are charging for it, but I'm happy with it and I would suggest that for those of you who have ordered one, wait until you receive it before canceling your order, you may be surprised. For those of you who are sitting on the fence, try and look at one in person before making up your minds.
I don't know if it is worth what they are charging for it, but I'm happy with it and I would suggest that for those of you who have ordered one, wait until you receive it before canceling your order, you may be surprised. For those of you who are sitting on the fence, try and look at one in person before making up your minds.
I hope it works out. I think most of the problems are QC rather than being a bad replica. You might want to verify with MR that if in the replacement is just as bad, that you can still get a refund.
I have the feeling that if some people change thier minds because of what I wrote and are not happy with what they get, that I'm going to be run out of town
Good luck.
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konar
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I'm also happy with mine -- I like the finish... very matte. A am disappointed in the P1 and the wobbly display base though. I'd give it a B+ overall -- could be better, but not a disaster, and certainly not anywhere near bad enough to assume MR is in a downward spiral or is unconcerned about quality control. Also remember that the prices of these pieces do not necessarily reflect materials... but the exclusivity, and intangible "collectors" value. I have a lot of pieces of shoddy plastic that I've paid plenty for. Even my last car!
kuyadavid
Well-Known Member
The positive posts have given me hope that I will not be too disappointed with mine when it arrives.
Regarding the metal vs plastic... The Rod.com resin kit is $219, fully licensed and appears to be a beautiful kit. What I have loved about all my MR pieces is the combination of beauty, durability and the sense of it being a real piece of hardware. If MR is facing a cost crunch on producing the items, I for one would rather pay an extra $50 or $75 and get a piece with more metal and a beautiful finish. Perhaps the price increase would scare off the broad market, but I have to think these MR replicas appeal much more to the hardcore fan than to the broad market.
I am praying that the tricorder has a metal body.
Regarding the metal vs plastic... The Rod.com resin kit is $219, fully licensed and appears to be a beautiful kit. What I have loved about all my MR pieces is the combination of beauty, durability and the sense of it being a real piece of hardware. If MR is facing a cost crunch on producing the items, I for one would rather pay an extra $50 or $75 and get a piece with more metal and a beautiful finish. Perhaps the price increase would scare off the broad market, but I have to think these MR replicas appeal much more to the hardcore fan than to the broad market.
I am praying that the tricorder has a metal body.
