New MAFEX Comic Spider-Man

RamenRider · 04-27-2018, 10:03 AM

I usually don't bother with unmasked heads but dang, that's a good one!

jeff117 · 04-28-2018, 11:53 AM

I hope they make the extremis suit iron man next. So far these are looking great!!

webz · 04-28-2018, 12:00 PM

Meh... I miss the days of puny Parker... with the glasses, schmuck face, etc. Wish this had the teenager Parker face, not the Calvin Klein underwear model Parker face.

I miss the days when Marvel Comics were about the “kid next door” but with powers. Now everyone is Adonis blended with Brad Pitt. It’s getting harder and harder to tell the difference between Marvel and DC.

deecee4 · 04-30-2018, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by webz

Meh... I miss the days of puny Parker... with the glasses, schmuck face, etc. Wish this had the teenager Parker face, not the Calvin Klein underwear model Parker face.

I miss the days when Marvel Comics were about the “kid next door” but with powers. Now everyone is Adonis blended with Brad Pitt. It’s getting harder and harder to tell the difference between Marvel and DC.

But, puny Parker, HS nerd with the glasses was only for a couple of years when the character first started. Since then he's been a perpetual twenty-something college student for decades (drawn a bit idealized as well).
Anyway, seems like the head sculpt reflects the 90s iteration of that Peter Parker (as drawn by Mark Bagley during the 90s IMO).

webz · 04-30-2018, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by deecee4

But, puny Parker, HS nerd with the glasses was only for a couple of years when the character first started. Since then he's been a perpetual twenty-something college student for decades (drawn a bit idealized as well).
Anyway, seems like the head sculpt reflects the 90s iteration of that Peter Parker (as drawn by Mark Bagley during the 90s IMO).

Love Mark Bagley, especially his Venom. Still, imho Spidey loses his relatability when he’s drawn as a god, instead of geeky origin. Not saying they should make him look like the Spleen. Reminds me of the “comedies” where a character is the “ugly nerdy” friend, but takes off glasses, gets a makeover from the “pretty friend” and suddenly it’s Cindy Crawford.

I personally wish he never left high school. The best Spidey comics were his high school ones. If Bart Simpson can be 10 for 30 years, Spidey should be 16.

Tom Holland was a great choice. He still looks like a teen, has the cute-dork look, but doesn’t look emo like Maguire or angsty like Garfield. He sells puny Parker.

Hugh Jackman’s portrayals as wolverine have influenced the comics. Hope Holland’s Spidey influences the eventual next marvel reboot.

Masterless · 05-06-2018, 01:39 PM

I'm pretty sure this is going to be on my preorder list soon, here. Mafex is starting to roll in some serious cash from me.

BWfan86 · 09-09-2018, 04:30 PM

Can he do a 4-point crouch?

RamenRider · 09-09-2018, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by BWfan86

Can he do a 4-point crouch?

Yes!

BWfan86 · 09-10-2018, 01:20 AM

Nice! And here I just started enjoying my one:12 spidey...

BWfan86 · 09-10-2018, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by webz

Meh... I miss the days of puny Parker... with the glasses, schmuck face, etc. Wish this had the teenager Parker face, not the Calvin Klein underwear model Parker face.

I miss the days when Marvel Comics were about the “kid next door” but with powers. Now everyone is Adonis blended with Brad Pitt. It’s getting harder and harder to tell the difference between Marvel and DC.

I prefer the college and beyond Peter Parkey myself, but do agree that the face sculpt doesn't fit a Peter Parker and looks more like a male model

Booster Gold · 03-11-2019, 11:55 AM

Mine arrived. Looks great, feels a bit....cheap. I posed him a couple of times...his wrist joint snapped.... disappointed and frankly livid that it was so easy to do. Fairly sure I'm not not buying another MAFEX figure again.

webz · 03-11-2019, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Booster Gold

Mine arrived. Looks great, feels a bit....cheap. I posed him a couple of times...his wrist joint snapped.... disappointed and frankly livid that it was so easy to do. Fairly sure I'm not not buying another MAFEX figure again.

Whew. Glad I flaked last minute and cancelled. I’ll wait for the “special Chinese edition” in a few months for $25.

Dr Kain · 03-11-2019, 08:59 PM

I watched a few reviews on him and he looks cool, I just can't justify spending $80ish on him as he's not my prefered version of Spider-Man. I don't care for the darker blue and red on him and he totally should have had the web wings.

Booster Gold · 03-12-2019, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by webz

Whew. Glad I flaked last minute and cancelled. I’ll wait for the “special Chinese edition” in a few months for $25.

Would that be a KO? Might be my only chance at a replacement joint for his wrist. Where can you purchase such things?

I've sent a message to Anime Export asking for a replacement but I'm not holding out much hope.

jwyss234 · 04-12-2019, 09:01 AM

BBTS has Spider-Man up for preorder again with a June 2019 arrival date.

https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Produ...nDetails/73161

Grant C · 04-12-2019, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by BWfan86

Nice! And here I just started enjoying my one:12 spidey...

I'll stick with my one 12. I've had him for a while now and he has held up nicely. If done right, cloth looks more realistic than molded plastic which looks better on my shelf.

webz · 04-12-2019, 05:17 PM

I flaked on my flaking and bought this. He’s amazing! Mafex figures are getting better with each release.

Dr Kain · 04-12-2019, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by jwyss234

BBTS has Spider-Man up for preorder again with a June 2019 arrival date.

https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Produ...nDetails/73161

I'm mixed. $95 plus shipping plus tax (since now BBTS charges me tax) is a lot of money for a figure that isn't my preferred version, but the figure does look pretty cool and comes with some great accessories.

adcatalano · 04-13-2019, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr Kain

I'm mixed. $95 plus shipping plus tax (since now BBTS charges me tax) is a lot of money for a figure that isn't my preferred version, but the figure does look pretty cool and comes with some great accessories.

Save $20 and order from amazon japan

Dr Kain · 04-13-2019, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by adcatalano

Save $20 and order from amazon japan

Not really when you include shipping.

Plus, like I said, I'm just not sure I want to spend that kind of money when I know sooner or later I'll find a Spider-Man like that one in my preferred lighter blues and reds.

adcatalano · 04-13-2019, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr Kain

Not really when you include shipping.

Plus, like I said, I'm just not sure I want to spend that kind of money when I know sooner or later I'll find a Spider-Man like that one in my preferred lighter blues and reds.

Comes out to $70-$75 shipped from Amazon JP, much better than BBTS which will send you over $100 with shipping and taxes

Dr Kain · 04-13-2019, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by adcatalano

Comes out to $70-$75 shipped from Amazon JP, much better than BBTS which will send you over $100 with shipping and taxes

$75 via DHL?

04-28-2018, 12:00 PM	#53
webz Zero social skills Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2,410	Meh... I miss the days of puny Parker... with the glasses, schmuck face, etc. Wish this had the teenager Parker face, not the Calvin Klein underwear model Parker face. I miss the days when Marvel Comics were about the “kid next door” but with powers. Now everyone is Adonis blended with Brad Pitt. It’s getting harder and harder to tell the difference between Marvel and DC. __________________ Bah! Humbug! Instagram @webzphotomania Facebook page: webzphotomania

04-30-2018, 09:15 AM	#55
webz Zero social skills Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2,410	Quote: Originally Posted by deecee4 But, puny Parker, HS nerd with the glasses was only for a couple of years when the character first started. Since then he's been a perpetual twenty-something college student for decades (drawn a bit idealized as well). Anyway, seems like the head sculpt reflects the 90s iteration of that Peter Parker (as drawn by Mark Bagley during the 90s IMO). Love Mark Bagley, especially his Venom. Still, imho Spidey loses his relatability when he’s drawn as a god, instead of geeky origin. Not saying they should make him look like the Spleen. Reminds me of the “comedies” where a character is the “ugly nerdy” friend, but takes off glasses, gets a makeover from the “pretty friend” and suddenly it’s Cindy Crawford. I personally wish he never left high school. The best Spidey comics were his high school ones. If Bart Simpson can be 10 for 30 years, Spidey should be 16. Tom Holland was a great choice. He still looks like a teen, has the cute-dork look, but doesn’t look emo like Maguire or angsty like Garfield. He sells puny Parker. Hugh Jackman’s portrayals as wolverine have influenced the comics. Hope Holland’s Spidey influences the eventual next marvel reboot. __________________ Bah! Humbug! Instagram @webzphotomania Facebook page: webzphotomania Last edited by webz; 04-30-2018 at 09:18 AM..

05-06-2018, 01:39 PM	#56
Masterless Ronin Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Heaven. Posts: 194	I'm pretty sure this is going to be on my preorder list soon, here. Mafex is starting to roll in some serious cash from me. __________________ My Game Room: Masterless.Me

03-11-2019, 04:53 PM	#62
webz Zero social skills Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2,410	Quote: Originally Posted by Booster Gold Mine arrived. Looks great, feels a bit....cheap. I posed him a couple of times...his wrist joint snapped.... disappointed and frankly livid that it was so easy to do. Fairly sure I'm not not buying another MAFEX figure again. Whew. Glad I flaked last minute and cancelled. I’ll wait for the “special Chinese edition” in a few months for $25. __________________ Bah! Humbug! Instagram @webzphotomania Facebook page: webzphotomania

03-11-2019, 08:59 PM	#63
Dr Kain King of Nerdom Join Date: May 2012 Location: Melbourne FL Posts: 11,771	I watched a few reviews on him and he looks cool, I just can't justify spending $80ish on him as he's not my prefered version of Spider-Man. I don't care for the darker blue and red on him and he totally should have had the web wings. __________________