Star Trek TNG Cricket Phaser replica
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Their website says Spring so we still have some time.
Sean
Sean
Just got an email update from FE citing supply chain issues delaying the cricket phaser (along with many of their other prop replicas).
Cricket phasers now expected June/July.
Sean
Here’s the complete note:
As everyone knows by now, the continuing Covid situation in many countries, particularly those in which consumer products are manufactured, coupled with sustained port congestion, has contributed to ongoing delivery issues. While we continue to develop and produce our prop replicas and other collectibles at a vigorous pace, Factory Entertainment is unfortunately not immune to supply chain delays.
As of today, these are the expected shipping windows for our most anticipated products:
Star Trek TNG Cricket Phaser Prop Replica
June-July 2022
Star Trek TNG Cricket Phaser Prop Replica First Season Version
June-July 2022
Star Trek Borg Queen Skull Prop Replica Signature Edition
June-July 2022
1966 Batcave Desktop Sculpture
June-July 2022
The Batman Batarang Prop Replica
August-October 2022
Wolf Man Cane Prop Replica
August-October 2022
Princess Bride Inigo Montoya Sword Prop Replica
August-October 2022
Princess Bride Dread Pirate Roberts Sword Prop Replica
August-October 2022
Princess Bride Count Rugen Dagger Prop Replica
September-October 2022
Masters of the Universe He-Man Power Sword Prop Replica
September-October 2022
ThunderCats Sword of Omens Prop Replica
September-October 2022
Wonder Woman 1984 Golden Helmet Prop Replica
June 2022 (1st batch)
October 2022 (2nd batch)
It should be noted that not all of these dates involve delays from the originally expected ship dates, but we want to be as comprehensive as possible. We will keep you informed if any of these dates change.
Thank you, as always, for your patronage and support.
THE FACTORY ENTERTAINMENT TEAM
Cricket phasers now expected June/July.
Sean
Here’s the complete note:
As everyone knows by now, the continuing Covid situation in many countries, particularly those in which consumer products are manufactured, coupled with sustained port congestion, has contributed to ongoing delivery issues. While we continue to develop and produce our prop replicas and other collectibles at a vigorous pace, Factory Entertainment is unfortunately not immune to supply chain delays.
As of today, these are the expected shipping windows for our most anticipated products:
Star Trek TNG Cricket Phaser Prop Replica
June-July 2022
Star Trek TNG Cricket Phaser Prop Replica First Season Version
June-July 2022
Star Trek Borg Queen Skull Prop Replica Signature Edition
June-July 2022
1966 Batcave Desktop Sculpture
June-July 2022
The Batman Batarang Prop Replica
August-October 2022
Wolf Man Cane Prop Replica
August-October 2022
Princess Bride Inigo Montoya Sword Prop Replica
August-October 2022
Princess Bride Dread Pirate Roberts Sword Prop Replica
August-October 2022
Princess Bride Count Rugen Dagger Prop Replica
September-October 2022
Masters of the Universe He-Man Power Sword Prop Replica
September-October 2022
ThunderCats Sword of Omens Prop Replica
September-October 2022
Wonder Woman 1984 Golden Helmet Prop Replica
June 2022 (1st batch)
October 2022 (2nd batch)
It should be noted that not all of these dates involve delays from the originally expected ship dates, but we want to be as comprehensive as possible. We will keep you informed if any of these dates change.
Thank you, as always, for your patronage and support.
THE FACTORY ENTERTAINMENT TEAM
LeoCor Replicas
Well-Known Member
Man, part of me really wants to get one of these, because they look absolutely gorgeous in terms of their execution. I just was never really a fan of the early cricket or dustbuster phasers. Maybe if they release a cobra or dolphin-style model in the future, I'll pull the proverbial trigger.
(I guess in this guess, it would be "press the proverbial button"?)
(I guess in this guess, it would be "press the proverbial button"?)
Feltman Langer
Member
IF they get it right I'd be keen Crickets didn't really change too much (to be noticeable on screen)
Just got this email from FE:
Great News! We are anticipating the arrival soon for the following item.
Star Trek - The Next Generation Type-1 Cricket Phaser Limited Edition Prop Replica
The reason you are receiving this e-mail is that you have ordered this item on an installment plan. We will start installment payments on or about 6/15/22 with the other payments on or about 7/15/22 and 8/15/22. The amounts will be as sent on a previous e-mail which included that information...
So hopefully, these will start being delivered soon!
Sean
Great News! We are anticipating the arrival soon for the following item.
Star Trek - The Next Generation Type-1 Cricket Phaser Limited Edition Prop Replica
The reason you are receiving this e-mail is that you have ordered this item on an installment plan. We will start installment payments on or about 6/15/22 with the other payments on or about 7/15/22 and 8/15/22. The amounts will be as sent on a previous e-mail which included that information...
So hopefully, these will start being delivered soon!
Sean
simonwaters
Well-Known Member
They never made a hero cricket with anything but green LEDS. I've seen one dustbuster with the last few red, and the rest green.Mm... Yeah, not a fan of this one. It's decent, but I've just spent a while prepping my Stapleton replica and am working on upgraded electronics possibilities including metal-film touch-sensitive "buttons" to mimic the early appearance and three-color LEDs for the setting bar (1-5 green, 6-8 all illuminated LEDs turn yellow, 9-10 all illuminated LEDs turn red -- plus an overload setting). With all of that scrutiny, comparing to and analyzing photos of the original early and late props, and planning sequence of construction to eliminate light leaks and seams... This one just looks like what Galoob should have released in 1987 after staring at the originals for so long...
simonwaters
Well-Known Member
They never made a hero cricket with anything but green LEDS. I've seen one dustbuster with the last few red, and the rest green.Mm... Yeah, not a fan of this one. It's decent, but I've just spent a while prepping my Stapleton replica and am working on upgraded electronics possibilities including metal-film touch-sensitive "buttons" to mimic the early appearance and three-color LEDs for the setting bar (1-5 green, 6-8 all illuminated LEDs turn yellow, 9-10 all illuminated LEDs turn red -- plus an overload setting). With all of that scrutiny, comparing to and analyzing photos of the original early and late props, and planning sequence of construction to eliminate light leaks and seams... This one just looks like what Galoob should have released in 1987 after staring at the originals for so long...
The LEDs in the Factory Entertainment cricket aren't surface mounted. It's just the lens cover sticks up in segments instead of completely flat.
I’ve also read that Factory Entertainment is planning a TNG “dustbuster” phaser, but I suspect that’ll be dependent on how these cricket and the hypo units sold/sell. I pre-ordered the season 3 cricket, but agree with Kert, FE’s season 1 version (which is my favorite version by far) is ghastly with that emitter seam. Hell, I hate the side seam on both versions, but I want to support FE’s efforts to make these props available so decided to go with the season 3.
Let’s just hope these crickets turn out better than FE’s horribly out-of-scale TNG hypo set. That was a pretty big (well, small) error on their part. Their “Ressikan flute”, on the other hand, is fantastic.
Also: FE, cool it with the “humidor style” display boxes. They’re terrible. If I want a cigar, I’ll just give Q his powers back!
Let’s just hope these crickets turn out better than FE’s horribly out-of-scale TNG hypo set. That was a pretty big (well, small) error on their part. Their “Ressikan flute”, on the other hand, is fantastic.
Also: FE, cool it with the “humidor style” display boxes. They’re terrible. If I want a cigar, I’ll just give Q his powers back!
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Yes, I know. I'm trying to get functionality to match the lore. The LEDs will be colorless except when illuminated. I'm also aiming to get more of the "anodized metal" look of the original prop (goldish for the 'collar' and darkish for the emitter and thumbplate) over any of the replicas I've seen. All part of what I call my "more accurate than the original prop" ethos. I try to make things that will stand up to in-person scrutiny, rather than hew to however the original item was detailed (or not).
FE just sent out an email that the cricket phasers are now in-stock.
Hope they start shipping the pre-orders soon...
Sean
Hope they start shipping the pre-orders soon...
Sean
Hope for the best, prepare for the worst.
This is one that I had decided to wait on until they were delivered and to see what people thought of them. I'm glad they have arrived and I look forward to the reviews. I did the same with the hypo and I'm really glad I did since there appeared to be problems with it.
Sad it has come to that.....
True.
Well some concerns already. I haven't seen mine yet to know if I have a similar problem. I will know next week when I return from work. I recieved this email yesterday from Factory Entertainment.
Dear Star Trek TNG Cricket Phaser Replica Purchaser:.
It has been brought to our attention by several of the first people to receive their cricket phaser prop replicas that damage may occur to the display box when the vinyl cling, which was applied to the window to protect it from scratching, is removed.
After examining the products in our warehouse, we’ve determined that the problem was likely caused by our factory applying the vinyl cling while the paint on the boxes was not fully dry, causing it to bond with the paint. That’s why some discoloration or damage to the paint finish may occur when the cling is removed. Some customers may not find minor discoloration bothersome, but that does not meet our customary standard of quality.
We have discussed the issue with our factory and they will be manufacturing replacement boxes, which we will send to everyone who purchased the cricket phasers and requests a replacement. To request a replacement box, please send an e-mail to cricketbox@factoryent.com with the following information:
1. Your name
2. Your Order Number
3. Which version or versions of the cricket phaser you purchased; and
4.The address to which your replacement box or boxes should be sent, if your address has changed since the original order was shipped
The estimated time frame for the mailing of replacement boxes is October/November. We suggest that you keep the phasers and the plaques in their original boxes for their protection until the replacement boxes arrive, at which time you can transfer them and discard the damaged boxes.
We sincerely apologize for this inconvenience. Product quality is of paramount importance to Factory Entertainment. When something like this occurs, we are committed to remedying the situation to our customers’ satisfaction, and we hope you will continue to have faith in us and our products.
The Factory Entertainment Team
Dear Star Trek TNG Cricket Phaser Replica Purchaser:.
It has been brought to our attention by several of the first people to receive their cricket phaser prop replicas that damage may occur to the display box when the vinyl cling, which was applied to the window to protect it from scratching, is removed.
After examining the products in our warehouse, we’ve determined that the problem was likely caused by our factory applying the vinyl cling while the paint on the boxes was not fully dry, causing it to bond with the paint. That’s why some discoloration or damage to the paint finish may occur when the cling is removed. Some customers may not find minor discoloration bothersome, but that does not meet our customary standard of quality.
We have discussed the issue with our factory and they will be manufacturing replacement boxes, which we will send to everyone who purchased the cricket phasers and requests a replacement. To request a replacement box, please send an e-mail to cricketbox@factoryent.com with the following information:
1. Your name
2. Your Order Number
3. Which version or versions of the cricket phaser you purchased; and
4.The address to which your replacement box or boxes should be sent, if your address has changed since the original order was shipped
The estimated time frame for the mailing of replacement boxes is October/November. We suggest that you keep the phasers and the plaques in their original boxes for their protection until the replacement boxes arrive, at which time you can transfer them and discard the damaged boxes.
We sincerely apologize for this inconvenience. Product quality is of paramount importance to Factory Entertainment. When something like this occurs, we are committed to remedying the situation to our customers’ satisfaction, and we hope you will continue to have faith in us and our products.
The Factory Entertainment Team
