EFX Vs Black Series Boba Fett Unboxing & Review - S05E12 - RS Prop Masters

Rob & Clarkee unbox the Black Series & EFX Boba Fett Helmets.
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[@edwardlow667]

This is like watching two wine connoisseurs ripping apart my favourite affordable Vintage.....

[@YEAR-1-RELICS]

Or two metal purists.

[@GreatPlainsChaser]

I owned both the EFX and the black series helmets. I sold off my black series, not because I didn't like it, but because I only ordered that helmet when I thought my EFX order was cancelled, and I didn't think I could reorder at the time. But I gotta say this... For all the cheese helmets released in the last 4 decades, the public finally gets something very close to screen accurate for around $99 USD, and I find that simply amazing, even with the cheap paint job, they just slam dunked the industry with that helmet, play value off the charts! Hats off to Hasbro this time. For the price point, it can't be beat. You just made a shit ton of folks very happy! Don't like the paint job, repaint it yourself, don't like the ear piece, make another, at least you get your foot in the door at a more than reasonable price.

[@poolee77]

It's like these two goofballs forgot Rubies and Don Post were the last affordable helmets available to the general public. And they were complete trash; rubber construction, half t-visors, paint thst looked like silver sharpie. Hasbro Black Series is a godsend to the average, non rich, fan. Looks better than the old Don Post Deluxe fiberglass and Altmans fiberglass helmets... the only things better are EFX, MR, and non licensed custom helmets. Guess the high end guys not longer have a strangle hold on a decent helmet and it bothers them.

[@aussiecoastie72]

Very well said

[@Synthwave89]

@@poolee77 I cannot believe Rubies is still in business, probably due to their non-star wars stuff. Their star wars stuff is worse than garbage.

[@electrashine]

Prop masters talking about something regular collectors will 100% love ... for the money get the black series hands down. The quality of theses helmets are great!

[@ericdyck1751]

Not everyone can afford the screen accurate hand painted helmets that the very serious collector can afford. Many people are on tight budgets and can only afford a helmet like these! Saying that I think for those that don't have the funds, these would make a good piece for them. Serious collectors will not like these!

[@hedlund88]

I feel a bit wierd getting a review of cheap starwars official helment when the ones making the video makes a living doing copy's av starwars stuff .. I would be perfectly fine if I had all the black series helmet, not sure if its Worth it paying much more to have it just be displayed, wouldn't go for join 501st stuff

[@mrq.3809]

I agree 100%... Some people can't afford hand painted helmet like these guys can't afford decent camera equipment.. Or decent audio Or even the most basic of editing Or a tripod that wasn't bought at a drugstore Or decent lighting But hey some people can only afford to shoot videos on what looks like a potatoe like these guys

[@megagazp8487]

i have the black series Boba fett and love it. a mate of mine has the EFX and he even says wow that looks great the black series. so much nit picking with this hobby. yes all ways going to be some thing better. that's the way it is with most things. and i so agree with what you say about affording to pay for such as EFX .

[@darrenbyrne9681]

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[@gamerknowledge539]

I find it ironic that people call a £100 toy overpriced when you guys spend upwards of £700 on the exact same thing just slightly more detailed so its "movie accurate"

[@jarrarwinks8470]

I know this is necroposting, but Im taking the bait anyways. Basically, the Black series is proportionally off by a lot; and also was made symmetrical, also it has a pretty bad paint job, so if I wanted a good helmet I would go efx, but then again I only have a black series, and honestly its near perfect to repaint as an rotj hero version, I could have someone 3d print a new ear; and buy an ople props visor, add some damage to the base, and then have an amazing helmet. Honestly, Black series is greag for repaints, for any version of the helmet, but is is still not as good as the high quality high price of the likes of custom builders like those on the dented helmet, mandomercs, or really any other group. Its not really to good, but yes for 100 and some work its great, but many of the customs are vasty siperjiszs

[@jarrarwinks8470]

Randomly found this comment while watching random videos, must say I give black series helmet a 8/10 for customization that is possible, I have model some new ears on my computer, repainted it to rotj mostly, and it’s such a great way to do it, for rotj or a cheaper helmet, especially customs(get the one with no dent though)this is the way, holy shit it cleans up so well.

[@jono-rgv9169]

I was expecting some really good close up shots of the helmets, showing the detailing of the metal parts, paint and scaring with maybe constructive criticism. What I got was 35 minutes of waffling and trash talk with some helmets on the table. I have a lot of respect for RS and what you guys do but come on, not everyone can afford £500+ for a prop replica and are proud of their £100 helmet. It’s come a long way from the Don Post or Rubies helmets and none of them were particularly cheap. I’m still waiting for you to offer an ESB Fett helmet as I don’t personally like the ROTJ paint scheme.

[@gazm1688]

Agreed, massive respect for RS , but this would have been more interesting if it was more constructive.

[@ggriffaw]

It seems odd for a company that sells finished helmets and full commision costumes to not understand that many people don't want to buy a kit and paint it themselves. Some do. Some don't. That's why RS Propmaster sells certain items as kits or finished.

[@dennyking]

Absolutely meaningless review without regard to price point. I have a myriad of metaphors for what this review was like but, a bit like the vibe in this review, I can’t be arsed either.

[@anechoicchamber3237]

I respect what you do at RS - the Hero I have is amazing, but you need to balance your opinions. You talk about lineage, but the Hasbro version is scanned from an original, so while Hasbro have stylised the original and made it symmetrical, and then compromised on the paint to make it possible at that price point, it does actually have some lineage, and is an amazing deal for the price point. Remember RS - you don't make anything original, you copy other people's work, then go on about being authentic. Love what you do but get some perspective.

[@vaiman7777]

Scanned is hardly lineage lol. That's like saying my laser scanned F1 tracks have lineage. I do agree with you you on perspective, all these helmets are just toys. The higher priced one's are just toys for men with more money... still standing in their bedrooms going 'pew pew pew'

[@bikerscout7467]

I think for the price point, the Black series is an amazing representation of the screen used helmet! Of course if you look up close, it doesn't compare as well with the higher end/custom made versions out there, but sitting at a resonable distance away, I honestly can't tell the difference at all! I generally don't tend to sit for hours on end staring at the paint job up close to my eye on these things or other collectables, so things like paint application are not usually a major issue! It is like watching the movie, even on high def, you can't make out that the visor on the actual prop is aysmmetrical. I don't think the harsh comparison is fair considering what the Black series helmet is going for. Since most fans don't have £500 to fork out on a helmet, I think the Black Series helmet for what it is and it's price, has to be really appreciated and commended! It's the first reasonably priced, screen accurate helmet available to Star Wars fans. That is a great thing!

[@benbaker8637]

i got one on order the black series and i also have RS and others. Black series is a good price point for what it is. it's a boba fett so cool. I got the proto type also or order. if your a fan you will love them all I think. get what you can Afford.

[@ThemePark-a-gogo]

I think it’s a matter of apples and oranges. You guys have the POV of screen accurate props. These helmets are not targeted to people who are trooping or looking for true screen accurate reproductions. Getting a proper fiberglass caster helmet costs as much or more than the EFX. Then the cost of supplies to paint yourself or have someone paint it for you. It should be rated as value for the price. Not accuracy for the price. Obviously the Hasbro one is a “toy” and some of the value is a detailed interior and electronics. Where as the EFX is in the better looking “paint” on the bucket, metal ears but no interior and not much better plastic used. Is the value worth the price difference? These can’t compare to a fiberglass bucket cast with lineage and a proper paint job. Those two things for collectors give increased value and with that a higher price.

[@leemalone3416]

Rob, thank you for the shout out. Things have really progressed over the years. Many of us have improved out techniques. It's amazing to see one of those still around so happy it's being cared for and appreciate for what it is. RS does amazing work and I'm going to get something from you guys mark my words. Cheers! hope to see you at Celebration again.

[@thestorm99]

For a $100 toy, it's fantastic. It's a million times better than the MR one, with that crooked visor.

[@DevelDogg48]

The visor is crooked on the actual prop

[@poolee77]

@@DevelDogg48 no, the bottom of the MR had a pinched visor. It was a known error with the MR version.

[@DevelDogg48]

@@poolee77 Ah I thought he was referring to the asymmetrical visor that the prop had. Never had an MR

[@Algorithmpropspainting]

@@poolee77 the reason for the pinch is because MR mistakenly cast the Pre Pro #3 helmet instead of the ESB/SE. It is painted similarly to the ESB. The pinch is there on the prop.

[@bongofett6992]

Terrible you didn’t even care about the padding and you used a crappy camera

[@ethan_bronzi]

What is TDH? I seriously have no clue.

[@jednorogpoop]

The dented helmet, website

[@RSPropMastersTV]

It’s a forum and amazing resource for folks putting together a Boba Fett suit. It’s recommended if you are into Fett. thedentedhelmet.com

[@calumryan6328]

Id heard of it but didnt know that cool people refused to call it anything but TDH

[@Paultv38]

Personally I think for the price I think it's a really good helmet, yes there are a few things that don't match the screen used helmet of course there will be, show me a helmet that I can buy for less than a hundred quid that is the the correct shape, size and has the correct angles etc. Even Bobamakers helmet is off slightly on the mandibles section and his helmets are 275 quid unpainted.

[@RyanSintonOneVanguard]

I’m thinking about cancelling my preorder for the boba fett black series but if I were to replace the range finder and respray, would it be more accurate?

[@gamerknowledge539]

Apple's and orages my friend. You guys fully remind me of thoes goober PC players that will constantly brag about how there £8999 system runs better than a £300 console. Just saying "why would you buy this shit" is not only arrogant but also incredibly insulting to me and quite a few others. Not everyone can drop hundreds or even thousands on a bit of plastic and paint. £100 is already a stretch for someone like me so paying £500 is laughably stupid. I think the sculpt, texture and detail is at least decent for what you are paying. You had clearly made up your mind before even purchasing the thing. Maby if you invested less money into helmets and more into camera equitment I might be able to see what you where talking about.

[@davidz2016]

Ya cant knock the black series for $100.00 bucks it awesome compared to some horrible others . A repaint would be for a really big fan .

[@OX71]

Rs props, I'll buy the black series helmet from you for how much you think it's worth based on the video, does that sound good?

[@scmiller33]

I’m seeing this two years late as I wasn’t a Fett Head two years ago. I have both helmets and the EFX is hands down the better helmet in comparison. The paint job is spot on and the damage is pretty much the same say missing some cheek weathering, rabbit ears and added weathering on the dent, the “Nike swoosh” on the back left panel, the thumb print and smudge on the back red mandible, and smudge on killstripes. I added these details and used Testors Matte on it and it looks like it’s been painted and the improved the texture. You guys should try it … I know it’ll look and feel better. I’ve purchased a lineage from MF to paint up so I’ll have a better helmet once it’s completed however, the EFX (now that I’ve modified it) was a quick way to get approved. The one thing I hate on the EFX is the little seam in between the dome and upper red mandible.

[@rogerchallender6352]

I agree that a more expensive helmet does give you greater quality but is it really five times the quality? I would argue three times the quality. At least here in the US I don't see a $300 price point as something you can buy for the EFX helmet. And $120 US is a decent value for what you get for the Hasbro helmet. I do agree a $300 helmet at the EFX quality would be outstanding. Again as I have said you just can't get that cheap.

[@goalieben20]

As the proud owner of an RS Dickey Beer signature edition Scout Trooper helmet, I appreciate lineage, accuracy, and attention to detail, but this review is far too dismissive of the Hasbro Boba Fett--dare I say snobbish even. For $100 that helmet is fantastic! As a kid I would have killed for a helmet that accurate. Don Post anyone??? And as an adult and collector one could modify/have it modified pretty easily.

[@Pantheragem]

I agree. Snobbish and dismissive.

[@richardstevens2242]

I bought the Black Series helmet. It is the "good enough" bucket for people who cannot justify spending three times more for a more accurate replica. You can't even touch a decent kit for less than US $200 unless you want to risk Etsy and some 3D printed pieces shipped from somewhere in Russia. The paint could be better on the Black Series, but...it's a mass-produced toy. It should be only about US $60, but Mandalorian armor is hot now, and the Mouse needs to be paid. If I paid US $300 for the EFX, I would feel ripped off. The thin plastic and general feel of the helmet does not reflect what I think I should get for the price. If I was really able to spend $300 on a helmet to sit on a shelf, I'd probably just get a Wasted Fett kit and paint it myself.

[@mattclifton4493]

Not every body has early $400+ to spend on helmet to put on a shelve for display.

[@kylerrrr]

Hi there, which website/company would you recommend for helmets, also are websites for example Korbarnth well made and movie screen accurate? Are they that different to e.g. black series boba fett, thanks.

[@antwaynetube]

I agree with Rob on packaging. I don’t want to see an unboxing when I could be seeing the item inside. But, for the money, the Hasbro Black Series is a great helmet. No one would believe I walked off the set with it, but it is MORE than I ever would expect for $100.

[@Dented_Battle_Armor]

So much hate. So will RS be able to offer their helmet at lower than the price of the eFX? Afterall u guys do not need to pay for licensing Lol. Any proof the RS had direct lineage to a screen used helmet? Anyone can claim that

[@RSPropMastersTV]

Thanks for taking the time to comment. This video is a comparison of two helmets that on paper should be comparable due to the materials used and manufacturing process. Our opinion is The eFx helmet is the better of the two, the warning should be that the Hasbro looks great in photos on social media but disappoints in hand, no matter what the price point. If you are digging the Hasbro lid that’s fine, is a personal choice.

[@LookingTheBest]

So where do I get good helmets like yours? I would love to have helmets on my shelf, and dont wanna spend big money if its not worth it

[@poolee77]

Be ready to cash out 1400+ for a painted one, at least the ones on their site are priced that high.

[@Chalor.]

With the Black Series version, I wonder what the X shaped piece of plastic that's at the bottom of the visor is for. One of the first things I noticed when taking it out the box. I keep watching every review, but still no one's noticed it, or either I've overlooked that. I guess it's for keeping it stable during transit, but never saw a Fett helmet that had that piece. I still need to see if I can remove that from mine without damaging it. Such a strange thing indeed; cause I'm certain it's not cannon...like the interior details.

[@historex54tamiya]

It's to splay the visor so it keeps the gab, bearing in mind they are shipped all over the world and temps. You can unscrew that bit and in a settled environment a brass rod cut to keep the spread and placed just level with the lowere cut of the visor will do, and paint it black. You will never notice it

[@christasker1481]

Come on then guys, do a run of Fett helmets....

[@benh763]

Maybe time for RS to start doing the Boba helmet kits again! *nudge,nudge,wink,wink*

[@jasonfrost5025]

And so it came to pass.

[@geoffdymond9754]

I'll be picking up the prototype version of the Black series when it's available over here. For some reason I like the fact they've left the damage/texture on it

[@PaulA-sy1xl]

For a fairer assessment surely it would of been better to have included the RS version into the mix.

[@themachanic6416]

I have a black series helmet I removed the hard hat liner and put a foam liner instead so when I put it on my nose is smashed up against the visor so which helmet do you suggest I get where I’m not?

[@jeremydrew1227]

I respect RS Prop Masters for the items you guys offer. But its very very pricey. You guys offer high end pieces and it seems here you let it go to your head. Dont act all high and mighty and blow off lower end pieces as complete garbage. Since when has Hasbro offered a replica piece that has lineage? Never. This is brand new and a game changer for the toy end of the prop market. And ill be honest the paint looks the same quality on all 3 when looking at them on video. Hasbro mass produces theirs in a way to set the price at $119.00. Hand painted fiberglass ones are over $500. The hasbro can easily be repainted if one knows how and is inclined to. Get your head out of your asses.

[@finnickrinzler8907]

Buy whatever makes you happy.

[@menamgamg]

Just curious - how much does a RS Prop Masters Fett helmet go for?

[@michaszawerna8787]

On the RS Prop Masters' website Boba Fett ROTJ helmet is priced at 499.99 GBP, so it's quite reasonable for a fiberglass helmet, but it's been "out of stock" for as long as I can remember...

[@poolee77]

They charge over $1200 for a painted Fett. Hardly a fair comparison.

[@iamanisland]

The Black Series BF helmet is an excellent value for the buck. Not everyone can afford or is willing to spend upwards of 4-500 $ on a helmet.

[@historex54tamiya]

A coat of satin varnish and the black would look completely different, and more green. I love RS but wrong to slur a nice helmet that many can only hope to afford

[@RSPropMastersTV]

Thanks for your input. We don’t dislike the BS helmet or eFx helmet, I think this is misunderstood. They work for their price point and intended market. The video is a warning to those who see images of the helmets are may be disappointed because they leave a lot to be desired when in hand for reasons discussed in the video. We do say these may likely be gateway helmets when collecting helmets and understanding the replica prop scene takes hold. Please don’t be offended by our views.

[@historex54tamiya]

THANKYOU for that. I will happily spend a lot of money with RS and will, the £100 is small fry to a talent you guys have and those of us that luckily can build from the best. I wasn’t trying to be rude, just for £100 it’s pretty close and far better than the £30 helmet as explained in the vid. It’s not a bad stand off IMO for the price. Best wishes

[@djscarygary]

Whoa check out the helmets on their shelves. Is that Nick Frost on the right POV?

[@nuggles75]

I enjoyed this a lot. Certainly, it’s from the perspective of people (nay prop makers) that do this for a living and have a critical eye for detail and an idea of price mark up. I’m a mid level helmet collector and although I haven’t bought a Fett helmet, I absolutely love the black series Vader. Really great entry point and/or if you want something to put up on your shelf and you’re not caring if it has mk3 outdoor chrome paint on the gribbly.

[@Winter----]

Ppl Just want a f.. COOL helmet on the shelf.... The last Black series darth vader and this boba helmet does that Job Awesome. Ive got an efx stormtrooper helmet and its Awesome but im getting Black series darth and boba couse of the price and its more than ok on my shelf

[@AlbaHistory]

Well said

[@MyZippy13]

It's cheap yes but for the cost its really not that bad.

[@FlyAndFight]

The comparisons are unfair. It's like comparing a Jaguar F-Type with a Toyota Corolla in both pricing and performance and stating that the Toyota can't keep up with the Jag. Each has its own market and the Hasbro helmet isn't even trying to compete at the same level. But enough of the Boba discussion - Where's the Gold Leader helmet pre-order?? ;)

[@Chalor.]

The EFX is like a $100,000 Accord, while the Hasbro is like a $25,000 Camry. The EFX has marginally better paint apps, the more accurately longer rangefinder, and the more accurate T-visor; but it's what's under the hood that majorly makes the difference for me. Unbiasedly, it's like comparing apples and oranges to me. There's "equal" pros and cons; and my discriminating taste prefers the Hasbro. But I totally can see many others preferring the EFX. Although totally illogical to consider either one not a beautiful work of art. Maybe the ppl that don't like them would prefer the Don Post or Rubie's deluxe versions lol. Those are two examples of non-toy Fett helmets for collectors on a budget.

[@barrypethers9439]

the details on the Hasbro helmet are printed on, so there are variations like the kill strips, on some helmets it is level and on others it slopes down

[@michaszawerna8787]

I own the EFX helmet. Sure it's not perfect, and it's expensive for what it is, especially in the EU, with the price inflated by outrageous shipping costs, taxes and import duties, but it's the only more or less readily available Boba Fett helmet on the market. Seriously: Where can I get a beautiful, hand-painted fiberglass Fett helmet like the one you showed, how much will I have to wait for it, and how much will it set me back? BTW: The interior of the ESB hero was not crazy elaborate, was it? In fact, it was a lot like what EFX did.

[@metadude1234]

I used to be able to get a near 99% accurate helmet for less than the EFX regularly - now? Can't even find one at a decent price. At least here in Australia; It's either an inaccurate 3d print with a good paintjob from Etsy, or a 'lineage' cast with almost no effort applied in paintwork for the same price. So, for now - the Black Series will do just fine despite the errors and misgivings it has On display, it looks rather nice

[@LeonidasSparta-Fun-History]

i don't know what TDH is lol

[@RSPropMastersTV]

TDH stands for The Dented Helmet. It’s a forum. 👍🏻

[@kevindoyle4153]

You guys are reviewing these helmets through fogged lenses. You are professional prop makers. The Black Series helmet was designed and made as a “toy” helmet...given as a Birthday gift, a Holiday gift or whatever. Twenty years ago, as a costumer, this “toy” would have rocked and had been more than acceptable to troop in. And it’s a “toy”. Kids today are drooling over this helmet...for crying out loud, collectors are loving it. As for the EFX helmet...for a straight out of the box Boba Fett helmet...it’s gorgeous! I get what your saying about picking up a solid fiberglass screen accurate pull with solid lineage but you are going to pay a heavy price not to mention wait several lunar cycles to get it in hand and if it still needs to be painted. Don’t hold your breath. The inside? I don’t know any maker that decks out the interior. Would at least a liner have been nice? For sure, but it’s not a deal breaker. As a collector of props and prop making...if I had the money and time to wait for the “center piece” to my collection I’d be looking you guys up or connect with one of many very fine artisans on the RPF or TDH. I’m just saying, for where we are in 2021 in this highly evolved hobby these two helmets are really tight and worth every penny. IMO. Cheers!

[@grahamoliver3306]

They all have the place in the market. I’m only starting out and Black Series is a good way to start and build from there

[@Profound79]

You guys are spot on. I like what you said about the damaged box, as a collector I don't want to have to store a damaged box which I paid good money for. Too bad a lot of retailers don't understand that. As for the quality and price points, I totally agree. The price of the EFX is a massive rip off, especially in the UK. The Hasbro isn't so bad for what it is but again it is overpriced. I ordered two of the Hasbro and they were both badly damaged despite being unopened. They had huge scratch marks and dents all over from what looks like really poor handling during production. I've honestly never seen anything like it. I didn't expect such low standards from a company like Hasbro. Both are going back.

[@poolee77]

Remember the days when shitty vinyl Don Posts were going for $60+? Yeah, the Hasbro suddenly dosen't feel so overpriced.

[@ronfrisby925]

I have the Black Series helm. My kill stripes are proper, does not blend down like your helm. Also for $99 dollars you can't beat that for this detail in a mass produced helmet.Also I'm going to repaint my black series helm. I redid the Black Series Incinerator stormtrooper helm And it turned out spectacular.I even redid the back plate and made it smooth. Added padding into the inside, and put in proper lenses. With a little work these make great base helmets for the price.

[@jarrarwinks8470]

BS repaints so well into rotj, and should for the pre pro helmets, , loving it. Have modeled and will 3d print a new rangefinder and ears if I can get a friend to do it for me, and some dental files too, and of course a new visor, but it is a great base.

[@Dane69]

Hasbro helmet is a laserscan of the arcived helmet-

[@gunnerkermit7885]

I’ve seen one of the RS Boba Fett helmets for sale, yes the scratches and battle damage are screen accurate but the helmet itself isn’t all that. 😂

[@hiramrod7777]

Consider the source of the criticism.

[@Wolf9019Gaming]

It would help if they could properly white balance and color correct the video

[@Chalor.]

They're both very comprable. The EFX has the better paint apps, the more accurate narrower T-visor, and the more accurate longer rangefinder. The Hasbro has the texture, the better LEDs, the decked out interior, and a fraction of the cost. Even if they were the same cost, I'd go with Hasbro. Even though I'm not displaying the interior; just the fact that it's there elevates the premiumness. And it's certainly not a toy lol, neither one. But I definitely don't consider my '96 Don Post one a toy either; although that one looks like a money's asshole compared to either of these.

[@Peacefrog35]

The LEDs better in black series? Do you mean you prefer those more? The LEDs in the EFX are more screen accurate.

[@Chalor.]

@@Peacefrog35 No, I literally mean what I say. But then last week I was informed that the faster blinking lights like the EFX one are actually more accurate. So even though we don't get to see that in the movie, I'll take their word the rangefinder lights worked like that. So now, I have to retract what I say; and yes, you're right...I just prefer the Black Series one blinking slower. Something I was thinking about the other day is how no company I know of has made a ROTJ replica helmet. With Hasbro making a prototype version, surely we'll get a Jedi one at some point. They'll definitely need to produce an entirely new bottom half. I'd certainly snatch it up, despite preferring everything more with the Empire costume and weapons.

[@Chalor.]

@@Peacefrog35 Okay, so I now remember the time I saw the rangefinder lights blink on an official Fett costume. It was the '78 screen test footage. So comparing the two to that, Hasbro's more accurate. Albeit a bit too fast, but closer to what was shown. Which I'd think the light pattern would be the same on the screen used helmet (the rangefinder just transfered over to the Empire helmet), but maybe not?

[@YEAR-1-RELICS]

There's a difference between cheep and afordable. The black series boba helmet is afordable but it's not made out of cheap materials. Its a pretty sturdy helmet with electronic functions and deco inside the helmet. Paint job is a direct scan from the origional prop. It's not exact but it doese its job pretty well. They allso have a blank white prototype helmet if you wanted to paint it yourself. All in all for the price this thing goese for I'd say is more than worth it. Not every body is willing or even has athousand dollars to spend on a boba helmet. Truthfully i think you two are a bit snoty and cockey. What's really horrible is your lighting and camera.

[@CloneShockTrooper]

Honestly, you do yourself and your business big discredit to act so unprofessional. I must say after watching this video, decided to take my business elsewhere. Shame because I was about to buy a full Tie Fighter armor and helmet,, but nope 👎🏻 sorry won’t happen. Keep it.

[@madcowrebel4216]

for the price, Black series is excellent. EFX is radically overpriced.

[@bjrnhalfhand2258]

Not sure how it's a fair comparison really. The Black Series one is £100 and the EFX one is £500.

[@poolee77]

And theirs is $1200+ pained from their website, cheaper as a kit but come on.

[@Themiddleagedkid]

I really appreciated this video. As a prop maker in a different genre I fully understand where you were coming from. Currently on my shelf is an RS Hero Stormtrooper helmet, an EFX PCR Vader helmet, an Anovos Kylo Ren and a Black Series Mandalorian that I modified. I would love to get one of the RS Bobas but last I checked they are sold out aka, not in production. I ended up getting the EFX simply because it at least has SOME lineage to the original. A minor amount I am sure but it is at least there. I wanted something more than a toy and the EFX fits the bill. The Black Series helmet I simply wouldn't respect. To explain... If down the road I didn't want it anymore I would either give it away or toss it out. I literally just gave away my Black Series First Order Stormtrooper helmet. The EFX Vader isn't my favorite piece but it is worth more than giving it away or tossing it. One thing I do like about EFX's PCR pieces is they are worth more than Black Series as well as being more accurate... but I don't worry about damaging them. If I had a custom painted Boba or a fiberglass Vader helmet I would always be cautious when handling them. My Vader helmet I have let my daughter put on and goof around in. But it still makes a great display piece. It all depends on what kind of collector you are. I am a casual Star Wars collector. Maybe someday that will change but for now I am happy with what I have. If I upgrade the Vader or Boba... there is a decent market for the EFX stuff even if it is the PCR line.

[@jasonfrost5025]

I'm really sad that I missed out on the Boba helmet run this time. I 100% would have done everything I could have to get my hands on one of these from RS. They're amazing. I can only hope they do it again in another couple years.

[@rjallen70]

The people who collect the black series helmet also collect Funko pops and action figures. I would argue that that helmet is more accurate than either one of those. They're collecting a property. It's the license that makes it collectible.

[@angelopapas3521]

Lost a bit of respect for these guys. Seriously..they're comparing apples with oranges..bagging on the BS lid...it's a toy, a very affordable toy for people who always wanted one and didn't want to pay a high end price. Really disappointing attitude, expected more from these guys.

[@historex54tamiya]

I do think the black series Boba is ok for a stand off piece, and let's face it the money we save, I personally spend with RS. It's not that bad and a win win rather than the days when we spent a fortune in a cast and would have cost £100 in paint and upgrades

[@simonfarrell6585]

Great comparison guys, The black series Vader is highly stylised, that put me right off, at least their Fett is faithful to the movie helmet, although the finish looks a bit dull

[@JustinYarborough]

Oh Clarkee, the hasbro bDC submission days! lol

[@jaycannon8371]

Terrible review i got the black series one today and i LOVE IT for the price its amazing details are awesome if your thinking about getting the black series one GET IT! DO NOT LISTEN TO THESE IDIOTS! Just 2 grumpy old men saying everything thats "wrong" with it wise up! Let people enjoy them for what they are!!

[@Chalor.]

Wondering what's up with the loud beeping. I've just never come across a collectible video where they *_beeped_* out certain words. Like, this was originally on network TV. Plus, the many commercials. Never come across that either with any of the hundreds of reviewers I've watched. I'm leaving so many comments cause this is such a fascinating and perplexing video.

[@iceman4965]

Black series helmet is not that bad.. not bad at all

[@drakeangelheart]

Put in some extra work and add a custom paint job and the Black Series helmet will be quite excellent, especially for that price.

[@Wolfstanus]

I found the two tools to be very useful tools

[@NEEJER]

I got a dent on my helmet when I shoved it in something I shouldn't have.

[@harrycorbett342]

Funny how they didn’t show theirs 🤣🤣🤣

[@harrycorbett342]

Hypocrites

[@Ricman-dz9ov]

What a couple of pricks, don’t forget to say “do you want to see my helmet” a few more times, the black series is £100, it’s great for the price, I’ve collected some great fett helmets over the years, spending thousands and think for the price it’s fine...it’s not really aimed at serious collectors.

[@jeremydrew1227]

Im a serious collector and i have the BS version to represent Boba in my collection. Not everyone can afford to spend thousands on every piece in the collection. My thousands spent go towards Vader as I prefer him. My point Is the BS works even as for Hard Core collector such as my self.

[@nathandavern7030]

This video made me fill sad me being very proud about the black series one being in my collection and boba fett Is my favourite character and I wanted a helmet like it since I was small with there never being one that looks good with out it being 600nz dollars the only one you could get at the time was the kids toy with the really fat T viser :(

[@elpatron6537]

Dont mind them. They can not expect everyone to spent 600-700$ on a helmet only to look a bit „sharper“

[@lxnley1887]

The black series helmet is a mold from the original screen used helmet what are these old dudes on about

[@poolee77]

Scanned, but they changed some details. Made it more symmetrical and widened the visor for safety when kids play with it.

[@jeremydrew1227]

@@poolee77 it appears the wider visor is due to mirroring. The one side is wider like that on the original.

[@poolee77]

@@jeremydrew1227 that makes sense

[@Chalor.]

I was so blown away by the Black Series version, I ordered Vader. And that Vader one is an amazing three piece, all the details, bells and whistles helmet, _especially_ for the price. No other replica has recreated all of that. And I'm saying all this as a middle-aged, old school Star Wars collector/artist...that's super picky. Definitely, they could've giving it more of a neck, and gave it the two-tone look on the mask; but it's still stupendous. To say it's horrible is extremely asinine. Really not trying to be rude, it's just a ridiculous adjective to use for that piece.

[@niersebastian2442]

To be real,the Hasbro is the only accurate Vader Helmet on market.All others are David Prowse Masks.In the first two films you dont see the cut between the upper and lower peace of the mask,so it is unrealistic:).Hasbro did a vader helmet between return of the jedi and the revenge of the sith.And i want the dark lord in all black,and not the gun metal grey oh there is a camera and the light could be bad anakin.

[@jeremydrew1227]

To be honest the overall sculpt on the BS Vader is extremely stylized. Its absolutely nothing like its screen counterpart as its still under 1:1 and the proportions are all wrong. The reveal detail also has been compromised as well. There are fan made versions of the reveal that are much more accurate but they do cost triple the price. The value to detail ratio on the BS is very good but the overall look killed it for me.

[@Chalor.]

lol, I really can't tell if you guys are putting on a show; as in playing sarcasm seriously. I just get a kick out of you calling the Hasbro helmet a toy lol. I would've paid $200+ for it. Coming in at $119.99 is a steal. And we all know this ain't for kids. But if it's a toy, then the EFX is even more of a toy; with the interior not matching the Star Wars visual dictionary. I could see you doing a video with some Threezero, Hot Toys, Blitzway, etc. figures; calling them dolls and saying they're not worth more than 15 quid. So I know you consider your custom helmet to be the best one; so I'm really curious with what collectibles produced by a company you'd consider super high quality. Your commentary is so peculiar, akin to Anthonys Customs. I'll have to check out more of your videos.

[@barryburton1457]

Mark Curtis mark there cabling arrogance and belief that they are the be all and end all of Star Wars props is laughable!

[@rafaeldav4864]

now that i´ve seen that huge and fat ear piece in the black series one i cannot unsee it, i don´t own one but i had one in my hands and the paint print job is really bad, feels so digital, not real

[@JamieTateJamieTate]

My left ear enjoyed that.

[@theboregasms]

My man's in love with that crazy overpriced empty bucket with the asymmetrical T visor. Buy the Black Series and spend the difference on the rest of the costume or get the EFX that makes you look like a bobblehead when you move? Come on.

[@stang8914]

They obviously are out to talk shit because they make their own shit I would like to say their dented fett helmet looks like a return of the Jedi helmet with a empire fett paint job tell me that's not a mistake

[@nathandavern7030]

The guy on the right is scared of the guy on the left you can tell because he tries to mind what he says good about the helmet before saying It because the guy on the right is scared of the guy on the left's face expressions it scares him

[@ClarkeeClarkee]

My right or your right?

[@nathandavern7030]

@@ClarkeeClarkee I'm talking about Rob the guy opening the efx he's scared of the guy that opened the black series

[@ClarkeeClarkee]

@@nathandavern7030 He’s definitely not.

[@nathandavern7030]

@@ClarkeeClarkee yes he is he hesitated each time he wants to say something good about something and articulates it where they won't be to far off from each other's opinions because when he's saying something good and articulates his words he does so because when he starts saying something good the other guy starts to look more angry so when he says something bad the other guy laughs Rob does that to make him feel better because he looks way to angry other wise

[@ClarkeeClarkee]

@@nathandavern7030 I can guarantee you he isn’t.😂

[@ajc4477]

What a pair of sneery bastards. There are still quite a lot of folks not prepared to pay hundreds for a toy made from a tenners worth of fibrglass.

[@paulellisuk]

Seen RS Prop Masters Boba fett one it not that great for the money

[@Pantheragem]

For $100, I think the bs is a great helmet. I've got 4 Vader helmets, from different makers/lineages. I'm used to looking at different helmets. I could be a snob about it I wanted to. But, for the price it's a great helmet, and has a nice interior (and actually fits quite well) to boot.

[@Chalor.]

I didn't mean to come across like a twat...with being like: Nope, your opinion doesn't matter, only mine. I thoroughly enjoyed the sit-down discussion. Between your video, and the two from the guy that has a huge Fett collection, these are my favourites.

[@karstenjackson-lange1698]

I just got my black series bob felt and love it for the price you two talk crap

[@MrCougarjo]

That's pretty much what the Black serie is, a glorified toy for people with a budget and maybe lower expectations. I would have killed to get that as a kid. Now, I think I could still buy it to sit on my shelves. 300 / 400+ for not trooping is a bit out of my league.

[@nathandavern7030]

Wouldn't want to buy my kids anything if these were my kids lol 😂😂😂😁😂😁😂😂😁😂😁😂😁😂😂😁😂😂😂

[@jayholmes4147]

My helmet got bumps on it when I took it with me to Las Vegas

[@LookingTheBest]

Which helmet and what do you mean it got bumps?

[@Pantheragem]

Did someone sit on your helmet?

[@jayholmes4147]

@@Pantheragem lol

[@watupkidd1]

Lmao. These guys never have anything good to say of other currently active company’s SW helmets. EFX has made BY FAR the best most accurate boba fett helmet ever produced. You guys are completely biased due to the fact that 2 years ago RS planned on making a BF helmet of their own. Complaining about the box it comes in, the inside of the helmet being bare, it being labeled “not a toy”; sly, sarcastic comments towards EFX. This isn’t supposed to be worn, but is supposed to be displayed. The inside of the helmet shouldn’t be an issue. This item being mass produced shouldn’t be an issue if the accuracy is there. This is the only video on KZbin complaining about this EFX helmet lol. Not one positive word from you guys towards this helmet without sarcasm. I’m tired of your biased videos. Get a license from Lucas Film/ Disney. Then talk.

[@vincebrown6923]

Thank you for the review. Guess I'll try and buy a custom made one.

[@Tony-cheesy]

I know this is probably direct competition to your business so I can understand the negativity but it would have been best to not make it so obvious it just sounds terrible.

[@brutalityarts7679]

This review is awful😂

[@soraisfinallyhere1305]

You people are what is wrong with some of the fandom disliked will never watch one of your videos again.