MR X-Wing
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Hoping the price is around Y-Wing price.
rmschneider104
Sr Member
I'm really eager for this piece. Cannot wait.
In the latest Amy chat on the MR forum, Bryan said that the X-Wing should be under $1,000 and it will include a Display Case!
http://masterreplicas.com/forum/showthread.php?t=990
http://masterreplicas.com/forum/showthread.php?t=990
ghostryder
Legendary Member
ringa
Well-Known Member
The X-wing looks to be another outstanding offering from MR. Yet, when I think about it, it seems a pity the X-wing should be the last Studio Scale Star Wars offering from MR. Think of what could have been, what we were anticipating...T.I.E. Fighters, Slave 1, a Star Destroyer...the list could go on.
Sure, another company could reach a licensing agreement with Lucasfilm, but whom and when? And if such a company does pick up where MR left off, will their quality be comparable to MR? Quality control issues aside--as I imagine most issues are resolved sooner or later--you must admit MR has made available items beyond our wildest dreams. And is it not for dreams that we are so willing to give in to enormous price tags to have in our possessions the closest replicas of our favorite on-screen icons.
I suppose we should expect that the next company to come along will learn from MR. I think especially of the MR USS Enterprise. What an immeasurable improvement upon a failed and disastrous attempt at such an offering only a few years earlier with Unobtainium. That scandal left many wondering if it were indeed not possible for studio scale replicas to be mass produced in any manner of acceptable quality. How wary we were when MR announced their intentions to release there own version of the Enterprise. What a pleasant surprise it turned out to be!
At least we who are Trek fans can, for now, expect more from MR. But it was a sad day when we learned there will be no more from the Star Wars end. After this year I expect any Star Wars item with the MR tag on it will only increase in value.
It is as though the MR X-wing is released as an encore to a magnificent performance. When the encore is finished we know the show is over. Once the X-wing is released that particular curtain closes.
As a Star Wars fan I would like to thank Master Replicas for this incredible product run, which began with Lucasfilm in 2002. It was short, but oh so sweet!
Sure, another company could reach a licensing agreement with Lucasfilm, but whom and when? And if such a company does pick up where MR left off, will their quality be comparable to MR? Quality control issues aside--as I imagine most issues are resolved sooner or later--you must admit MR has made available items beyond our wildest dreams. And is it not for dreams that we are so willing to give in to enormous price tags to have in our possessions the closest replicas of our favorite on-screen icons.
I suppose we should expect that the next company to come along will learn from MR. I think especially of the MR USS Enterprise. What an immeasurable improvement upon a failed and disastrous attempt at such an offering only a few years earlier with Unobtainium. That scandal left many wondering if it were indeed not possible for studio scale replicas to be mass produced in any manner of acceptable quality. How wary we were when MR announced their intentions to release there own version of the Enterprise. What a pleasant surprise it turned out to be!
At least we who are Trek fans can, for now, expect more from MR. But it was a sad day when we learned there will be no more from the Star Wars end. After this year I expect any Star Wars item with the MR tag on it will only increase in value.
It is as though the MR X-wing is released as an encore to a magnificent performance. When the encore is finished we know the show is over. Once the X-wing is released that particular curtain closes.
As a Star Wars fan I would like to thank Master Replicas for this incredible product run, which began with Lucasfilm in 2002. It was short, but oh so sweet!
Rogue Studios
Well-Known Member
One of the rare ting MR did was involve model builders and painters outdside the company for accuaracy and continuity. They actually trusted us to guide changes and ensure accuracy I don't think you will ever see this again. There were lots of us involved in the X-wing and I'm sure some I didn't know about but Frank and Moe were on this again loaning their eyes and talents and this was the first and last studio scale model I got to paint master for MR I was mostly involed in Fett pieces before getting the oppotunity on this one. I got to chip in a few extra model pieces for the build but that was it. I hope this turns out to be a great encore piece.
Lee
Lee
rmschneider104
Sr Member
Looks and sounds great. Glad to hear that the acrylic case/cover will be coming with it. Did MR ever get around to offering the acrylic covers for the Falcons?
vaderdarth
Master Member
No, everyone has to get them independently
Yes- and they aren't cheap! (Ususally $250-350) But a really good idea if you plonked down the cash for the model.
I agree with micdavis on the pilots by the by.
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vaderdarth
Master Member
yeah I'd be interested in getting a Luke figure too. 
No X-wing proto at Comicon today.
Just a poster with pics we have pretty much seen already.
Just a poster with pics we have pretty much seen already.
I read Bryan's post on the MR forums stating the prototype is overseas at the moment. If they displayed it at Comicon it would have pushed back production.
I can't believe the prices on some of the acrylic covers I've seen for the Falcon. I'm currently building a display case for my MR SS replicas. It's pretty large since it will be holding the Falcon, AT-AT, Snow Speeder, Y-Wing and a few smaller things like a Thermal Detonator, etc...
For the prices people are charging for acrylic covers I may just have to set up my acrylic workshop again. I still have my heat table and most of the tools.
vaderdarth
Master Member
I sure wish someone would offer us reasonable prices on display cases. I know I'd be in for several. I just shelled out 300 for the falcon cover and that was after price shopping for months.
Dave
Dave
Just found out, MR X Wing canceled.
http://masterreplicas.com/customer/community/news/detail.php?id=85
http://masterreplicas.com/customer/community/news/detail.php?id=85
Truly a SAD DAY!!!
The MR Xwing has been cancelled!!
ITs right on the front page on MR's site.
http://masterreplicas.com/
As most of you know, Master Replicas has been working hard to try to get you the replicas you want before our Star Wars license expires at the end of the year. One of the replicas we have been trying to produce is the X-Wing Studio Scale. Unfortunately, due to our time limitations, we are not going to be able to complete this product by the end of the year therefore; we are not going to be able to release it.
We know a lot of you were really looking forward to owning this replica so to make it up to you, we are offering you a $500 off code for our last studio scale we have in stock, the Millennium Falcon. That’s right $500 off! This is the last Star Wars studio scale that Master Replicas will be offering so if you don’t own this awesome replica now is your chance.
Just enter discount code: XWFCN in the promotion code box when you place your order.
*Simply Enter XWFCN in the promotion code box at checkout. This offer is valid through September 7, 2007. Cannot be combined with any other offer. All prior purchases are ineligible for discount. While supplies last.
The MR Xwing has been cancelled!!
ITs right on the front page on MR's site.
http://masterreplicas.com/
As most of you know, Master Replicas has been working hard to try to get you the replicas you want before our Star Wars license expires at the end of the year. One of the replicas we have been trying to produce is the X-Wing Studio Scale. Unfortunately, due to our time limitations, we are not going to be able to complete this product by the end of the year therefore; we are not going to be able to release it.
We know a lot of you were really looking forward to owning this replica so to make it up to you, we are offering you a $500 off code for our last studio scale we have in stock, the Millennium Falcon. That’s right $500 off! This is the last Star Wars studio scale that Master Replicas will be offering so if you don’t own this awesome replica now is your chance.
Just enter discount code: XWFCN in the promotion code box when you place your order.
*Simply Enter XWFCN in the promotion code box at checkout. This offer is valid through September 7, 2007. Cannot be combined with any other offer. All prior purchases are ineligible for discount. While supplies last.
