ON SALE December 11!!! eFX RED 5

[Kuhn Global]

Well? After MR gave up on Star Wars,... and eFX bought the license, The RED 5 prototype that MR had was transfered to eFX. Unfortunately, according to Barry Jones (of eFX) the MR prototype was not up to standard of what he considered to be what the fans were looking for. So they started from scratch and now have something to show at 2008 Comic Con. Even though this prototype has obvious assembly issues, I must give eFX credit for showing as much as they were able in the short time they had before this event. Their RED 5 is quite good in my opinion, even though it has a few differences from what I know the Ep IV RED 5 actually has. They did a marvelous job! Especially in the Full Sized cockpit mock-up! I lOVE IT!

That stated... I WILL be purchasing one when they become available!

Thanks to Rebelscum.com for providing photos for everyone to view of this bird!

[R L Bleecker]

I'm impressed with the seat. It looks just like that Recaro-thing they used in the set pieces AND as rolling chairs in the docking bay office station on the Death Star.

I think it's a good amalgam of several sources and should make the collectors who buy them happy campers.

I sure wish they had THESE when we were kids!

[Kuhn Global]

Originally Posted by Out Of Time

I sure wish they had THESE when we were kids!

LOLOLOLOLOL...indeed!

[REL]

I love that cockpit.

[Kuhn Global]

Originally Posted by REL

I love that cockpit.

AGREED! They really made it look like the full sized version! VERY nice indeed!

[REL]

Is it just the way it's put together for the display, or will this have the possibility of multiple mounting points? It looks like the side panels are removable.

[Kuhn Global]

Originally Posted by REL

Is it just the way it's put together for the display, or will this have the possibility of multiple mounting points? It looks like the side panels are removable.

That would be a killer twist... and great selling point, but I just can't see them taking time and effort to do that. Especially with the electronic package. It looks as if they may have done this rather quickly to get it seen. So I think I will agree with your first assessment as accurate! It is just assembled less than perfect right now. LOLOLOL I think the final birds will be much better.

[79 daytona]

I agree the cockpit looks very good and for an over all prototype it looks promising. But iam scared to ask what will they be asking for it.

[rider]

I hope this happens, it'll be a killer

[Kuhn Global]

Originally Posted by rider

I hope this happens, it'll be a killer

I have been told this will be released by the end of 2008... or at least that is what they are trying for. No matter what, this beastie WILL make it to the public. I look forward to it!

[nightrider]

That cockpit rocks, but as daytona said, holding my breath on what this things gonna wind up costing. I may just have to get a V3 and do it the way I want it, will probably be way cheaper, we'll see.

[Kuhn Global]

Originally Posted by nightrider

That cockpit rocks, but as daytona said, holding my breath on what this things gonna wind up costing. I may just have to get a V3 and do it the way I want it, will probably be way cheaper, we'll see.

I know what ya mean.

I think I will make an estimated prediction now of $1,200 to $1,500, with possibly a signed edition at $2,000. Actually, I don't believe there will be a signed edition... just thinking to far ahead I guess! LOLOLOL

I can say that with little modification, the V3 can be made into any of the onscreen X-wings.

Steve is posting some interesting stuff on the RPF regarding this beastie in response to RKW's questions. Good reading indeed!

[777]

Where's the full size cockpit picture?

[Kuhn Global]

Drew... I will get back to ya on the full sized cockpit..

In the mean time.. there is some GREAT discussion spawned from the accuracies and inaccuracies of the eFX bird started by BEAZ and with GREAT participation by Jason, Lee and other notable modelers. This discussion may just solve a mystery of Reds 4 and 6. Jerry... take note... I know you are looking for 4 reference right now.

Here is the RPF thread...

http://www.therpf.com/showthread.php?t=47417

[777]

Originally Posted by Kuhn Global

I know you are looking for 4 reference right now.

You the man!!