Hot Toys Darth Vader 40th Anniversary Star Wars Empire Strikes Back Unboxing & Review

Hot Toys 40th Anniversary Star Wars Empire Strikes Back Darth Vader Unboxing and Full Review! @Hot Toys Official doing amazing work as always!
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[@campbellpaterson5003]

“Obi wan never told you what happened to your figure” “He told me enough! He told you lost it!” “No. I am your figure”

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Lol

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@Eiji Kobayashi search your toy box you know it be true

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@@arthurmorgan1007 thx

[@campbellpaterson5003]

@@snea8533 That is HILARIOUS!!!🤣🤣🤣😂😂

[@sierratrist9484]

Great review, Vader looks incredible! I just realized while watching the review that Anakin's general Skywalker costume from the clone wars is shaped like exactly the same as the Vader costume with the robes and the armor it's pretty seamless, really genius on the designers. And I never use the light up effects for the saber they're not strong enough.

[@JustinsCollection]

He does!

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[@noah_films]

Dude I just realized that too and it makes the design hold so much more importance I feel

[@deleted-cg9of]

"Impressive, most impressive" - Vader

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Lol

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RIP Dave prowse

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RIP

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Sad

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@@JustinsCollection you king

[@timocalatayud8035]

RIP

[@Oh_jenna_my_love]

Yes R.I.P

[@hectorvizsla87]

And today, our loved David Prowse die, my maximum apologies. Care all and May the Force be with our beloved David, the best Vader who we can haved.

[@JustinsCollection]

RIP

[@davinoldrey3083]

Literally video came out a few days out before the passing of david prowse. RIP, he is now one with the force

[@JustinsCollection]

RIP

[@maso7775]

Would you ever review the Sideshow 1/6 scale Vader? You’re like the only reviewer I actually enjoy watching lol.

[@JustinsCollection]

Maybe!

[@kronos6948]

The problem with a white light on red plastic is that it will come across as pink or if the white bulb is a bluish white, purplish pink.

[@JustinsCollection]

Not if the blade is redder

[@HURRIC4NEyt]

I want this to be my first ever like 1:6 scale figure. All figures I have are just crappy cheap toy action figures from when I was younger, this thing, is on a new level its so epic

[@JustinsCollection]

Save for him for sure!

[@kikbxr1]

Thanks for the review, going to have to get him as I don't have a Vader yet.

[@JustinsCollection]

Do it!

[@antoniovelkan9206]

7:55 He looks like a T Rex xD jajaja

[@JustinsCollection]

Lol

[@darthkirbaybey8733]

Can't wait for Toys Wonderland to start shipping the second batch! I'll finally have a Vader back in my collection!

[@JustinsCollection]

Soon!

[@StarchildL7]

Great review as always! 🙌🏽 This will be my 1st Vader so I’m excited to pre-order this! I might need to grab 2 as you said, one to display and one to leave in box! As always your comments are spot on! Love that base! 🔥🔥🔥Thank you again, glad I’m a loyal member! 💪🏽

[@JustinsCollection]

Thank you! I freaking love that base!

[@santiagoibanez7284]

This YT channel is just AMAZING

[@JustinsCollection]

Thank you!

[@darthrizzen9349]

Thanks for the review. I'm quite pleased that this is a straight reissue as I missed out on the first release. The nostalgic box is just icing on the cake. 👍 As it turns out I do use the light up arm on Jedi Luke. I wanted to use the non light up lightsaber for Crait Luke. But for the most part, I don't use them, or most light up features in all fairness. I mostly use the Death Star walls lights in photos, once in a while. I'd like to see Revenge of the Sith Darth Vader in armour. As for The Return of the Jedi version, I'm still very pleased with Sideshow's Deluxe figure, currently trading blows with Jedi Luke as it were.

[@JustinsCollection]

No probs! I hope we get the last 2!

[@enrique6335]

Thanks for the review! ESB Darth Vader is my favorite version. As you said, the costume looked better put together and personally I always liked how shinier it was compared to the original film's suit. Only downside to the mask, though, seems to be they didn't replicate the very dark amber lenses . They just seem to be pure black, which wasn't really a thing until Revenge of the Sith. Also, I get your comment about the blade color but depending on who you ask and which version of the film you watch, Vader's lightsaber blade was never really A full red; it was more of a crimson, OR pinkish red. Just throwing that out there. Maybe Hot Toys was trying to replicate that here? I have the recently announced ESB Luke on preorder so I will need to track this one down, LOL.

[@JustinsCollection]

No problem!

[@cjkalandek996]

Vader will forever be my favorite villain in anything fiction.

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@marcelomendoza881]

the best DAR VADER figure, amazing

[@JustinsCollection]

Thanks!

[@bobdylan5705]

That diorama base clinched it for me. I am not so keen-eyed, so any Vader is good for me. Interestingly, I only now realize that his shoulder armor really reminds me of the Clone Wars armor in the upcoming Anakin

[@JustinsCollection]

I totally love that base!

[@DancyHercules3]

This is okay, but nothing beats the quarter scale Vader!

[@JustinsCollection]

Agreed!

[@thesovietunion88]

You’re the greatest you tuber ever love the vid

[@georgeleorgebeorge2354]

The quarter scale is ok, but nothing beats the real life costume!

[@joshmccoy7899]

@@georgeleorgebeorge2354 the real costume is ok. David Prowse himself in that costume tho......

[@hectorb3960]

Got it yesterday. Great figure. He’s a lot more sleek looking than I expected, which I rather like. I do worry about creasing; I have the right hand stretched out holding the lightsaber so not worried about that one. The other is for that pose where he’s pleading for Luke to join him. That’s the one I worry about. But I refuse to just pose him with arms hanging down.

[@JustinsCollection]

Epic!

[@iBeatBoxz8]

Hey Justin I wanted to comment on ur thoughts about the use of red light instead of white. The reason is, the blade piece being already sort of washed out and slight pinkish color, giving it a white light would make the blade completely pink and wouldn’t look as good or accurate. Anyways great vid😜

[@JustinsCollection]

Then make the blade more red, problem resolved 😛

[@SithLadyDarhVamp]

I ordered this guy just now, he'll be my first HT collectible, can't wait to get him in hand!

[@JustinsCollection]

Dope!

[@oliverchang9852]

Darth Vader to me is a classic

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice

[@adultishbambino7296]

Just unboxed mine today!!!!! My second Hot Toy!! Magnificent.

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Nice!!

[@konanelbarbaro1221]

My first Hot Toys and it's just BEAUTIFUL

[@JustinsCollection]

It is!

[@fakecrazy3792]

This Darth Vader is amizing

[@JustinsCollection]

He is!

[@Star-qc4br]

Another GREAT REVIEW, Justin! Every time I start to consider pulling the trigger on one of these...I see that articulation! For the price these carry I'd expect better range. For as limited as the articulation is on these I think I'd just opt for a statue instead. As for posable figures...I'll stick with my SH Figuarts Star Wars.

[@JustinsCollection]

Thank you! Glad I can help!

[@Native.Heathen]

Dude, i JUST spent almost $800CAD on this set on ebay, but i am a die hard darth vader fan! & justified this big purchase as an early b.day gift😂

[@JustinsCollection]

Damn!

[@salnathattarakkal7791]

I love Star wars. Me and brother always watch your videos

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@martinamurphy8864]

that figure is so freaking coooooool 😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱 I love his helmet

[@JustinsCollection]

He is!

[@floppysocks4489]

I never understood why hot toys doesn’t make the lightsaber light up instead of the arm.

[@encinocervantez1358]

The hilt is too thin to hold the batteries.

[@floppysocks4489]

@@encinocervantez1358 there are smaller batteries though like the cr1025.

[@JustinsCollection]

True

[@3by2youRreal]

The nostalgic box was awesome..... Worth everything! Got bearbrick bobbafett bape 40th anniversary.. Both could be outstanding. On da showcase ...

[@JustinsCollection]

Totally dope!

[@humansrants1694]

Got Hot Toys Vader today I'm more than impressed, love the battery puzzle it comes with. I've got to learn how to do a lightsaber in Blender now.

[@JustinsCollection]

Awesome!

[@robertwilliams7842]

Vader look's great even as A reg toy his suit is amazing!

[@JustinsCollection]

Agreed!

[@tonyswain99]

A removable mask would have been a stupendous upgrade to this new version; still fantastic.

[@JustinsCollection]

Well we didn't see the front of his face till ROTJ

[@dipanwitadas9693]

I became a star wars fan because of darth vader.best star wars character for me.

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@I_N_F_E_R_N_O_]

That figure looks sick

[@JustinsCollection]

He is

[@xbox360dm]

I have the Hot Toys Robocop Die cast figure, and it is absolutely amazing the detail is just insane.

[@JustinsCollection]

It is!

[@jonathanchin3396]

Thanks for posting, Justin! Can't wait to see your review of the Beskar Mando!

[@JustinsCollection]

No problem!

[@EagleLeader1]

I own the 1st version of this Hot Toys figure, I had lots of difficulty unscrewing to get to the electronics & also inserting his right arm never seemed to fit. Still beautiful though. You would think they would fix the helmet situation at re-release. I watched reviews before buying & was warned it falls off easily, I was super careful & it still ends up hitting the ground multiple times lol; luckily it's soft carpet. Hope I'll be more satisfied with my 2nd figure of Jango Fett as it's still in the mail & has no electronics.

[@JustinsCollection]

It's a direct re-release they didn't really change anything

[@EagleLeader1]

@@JustinsCollection I have the worst luck in the world, I just got my Jango today and slipped trying to insert one of his hands and jammed my finger into his gauntlet. 2 of the spikes broke off his gauntlet. Took out a chunk of my finger. Wish I was joking but Hot Toys just ain't for me. Bad experiences every time.

[@J0r-El]

Did Hot Toys ever make a 1/6 Return of the Jedi Darth Vader figure yet?

[@JustinsCollection]

Not yet

[@Lucas-db6pg]

I really wish that someone made Anakin with hair in the Vader suit

[@JustinsCollection]

Would be dope!

[@Drachenhannes]

I would love for a Star Wars Rebels Design with the cut in the helmet for an Ahsoka diorama

[@JustinsCollection]

Oh yes true!

[@theonemasterwarhero]

It is inevitable that pleather will degrade eventually no matter how well you try to preserve it...It happened even with the old kenner figures even one I kept in box for years and never removed...but it isn't the end of the figure...I removed cleaned off the rotting pleather from my kenner figure and it still looks great without it despite no shine...but at least I don't have to worry about rot anymore.

[@JustinsCollection]

Ok!

[@salnathattarakkal7791]

I love Star wars. Me and brother always watch your videos. And we two love your videos. 😁

[@JustinsCollection]

Thanks for watching!

[@salnathattarakkal7791]

@@JustinsCollection 😃😁

[@youtubeuser9057]

I only have one vader and that’s the rogue one version. Skipped the regular release of the ESB but pulled the trigger on this one just because of the packaging lol

[@JustinsCollection]

Fair enough haha

[@JeremyC007]

this is going to be my first star wars hot toys. I missed out on the first release but im glad i have this one on preorder

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice

[@trip606]

Thank you Justin very cool

[@JustinsCollection]

Thanks!

[@freedomfighter8276]

I just ordered off of Amazon should be here next week can't wait to display him on my shelf

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@freedomfighter8276]

@@JustinsCollection Just came in today, awesome piece, I had a big Hot Toy's collection but had to sell fell on hard times this is my first Hot Toy in 4 years and my first Vader love the retro box and fig6is truly a classic!

[@Don-xr9qu]

Excellent review Justin! Definitely worth it especially for those who missed the first release (like me!)

[@JustinsCollection]

Totally!

[@DarkAlastar]

Hello there, I have the "normal" version of Darth Vader "the empire strikes attack". I have a question: with the exception of the box, is there a quality difference on the figurine between the "normal" version released in 2017 and the anniversary version released in 2020? Thank you. 😉🙂

[@JustinsCollection]

Nope they’re the same

[@DH16193]

So I pose this Vader with the fist up. Like the pose where he is telling Luke that he is his father, and I was wondering if there was something to put on the figure to make it so the suit will not crack over time? Like a leather cleaner or conditioner? Or would it be best for the figure to not leave it in that pose for a long time and leave his arms straight to maintain the figure over time?

[@JustinsCollection]

Nothing can stop it from cracking forever unfortunately

[@potatochips829]

I love this figure

[@JustinsCollection]

Me too!

[@generalkenobi8752]

This is the kinda dude to wield the youngling slayer 9000

[@JustinsCollection]

Lol

[@thefourthchairman4151]

on the saber's hilt LED, hot toys will never listen, it's "take it or leave it" by them because they know some action figure and star wars fanatics will still buy it especially when they put the word "anniversary edition" on it

[@JustinsCollection]

True

[@Blahaj_Hugger]

Just ordered mine. I cannot wait!

[@JustinsCollection]

Epic!

[@kunjiklub]

Nice review once again. The collectors community really appreciates the thorough comparison.

[@JustinsCollection]

Thank you!

[@dacollector4452]

What’s the chances we get ROJ Vader?

[@ethand.3]

Pretty high

[@JustinsCollection]

I hope we do!

[@connorsimpson503]

Meh, ESB Vader is better.

[@kenzocroce1507]

I remember you! I love your channel. I just subbed and like with notifications.

[@JustinsCollection]

Thank you Kenzo!

[@robertmartin6746]

You should do a review of hot toys BLADE 2 figure and the hot toys BLADE: TRINITY Abigail whistler

[@JustinsCollection]

Maybe one day

[@robertmartin6746]

@@JustinsCollection i have a hot toys blade and he is definitely worth getting

[@dekerstenman9008]

I just got mine today and I’m not sure about the range of the ankles. Do the feet only go forwards and backwards or can you also bend them sideways? Also any tips for putting on the gloves?

[@JustinsCollection]

They’re a bit delicate be careful

[@mikesgtrs1]

Hey Justin , haven't watched you in ages, so what's with the voice man . I preferred with your natural voice dude

[@JustinsCollection]

Sorry, I’ve added more personality in as I was very monotonous and boring

[@mikesgtrs1]

@@JustinsCollection all good mate , just be yourself man its more relaxing 😀

[@NoBoUCF]

Is there any easier way to change the left arm on Vader? I have difficulty placing either the lightsaber arm or the regular arm to stay in place

[@JustinsCollection]

Nope it's a pain!

[@ElPare89]

Hi Justin! Great video again! One question: do you know any "easy" way to put the hands back on this figure? It looks really really hard...

[@JustinsCollection]

Not very easy unfortunately

[@darthcheeseburger]

Wow, this figure is just gorgeous. Drooling while I type this.

[@JustinsCollection]

He’s dope!

[@cassianohp95]

Hi Justin, thanks for your channel. Just waiting for Vader ESB to arrive in my country to buy, it will arrive in 3 months. Which figure do you think is best, the Darth Vader “A New Hope” that you have already reviewed or the Batman Returns Hot Toys? I'm in doubt. Thanks.

[@JustinsCollection]

Batman or darth Vader? That sounds like a question only you can answer!

[@alfievader5510]

Great figure so clean and shiny

[@JustinsCollection]

He is!

[@DESIGNERPENCIL]

pre-ordered this guy as soon as he popped up on Sideshows! can't wait for him. Great reveiew!

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@elcinyldz8012]

Lord vader. Yessssssssss

[@JustinsCollection]

Love it

[@JoseFernandez-of1tn]

Compared to the takin Vader 3 pack Vader and this one. What are the main differences other than the removable helmet viewable back of head? As far as the outfit, cape boots and gloves. Are there any differences?

[@JustinsCollection]

It’s a completely different suit, look up the differences between the suits in the films

[@talltito]

You inspired me way to quickly to get my own

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@batsugun2021]

I have first version. I wish they did something different with this release to make it stand out like they did with Boba Fett. Because I really like the 40th package.

[@JustinsCollection]

True

[@northeee8887]

such an good page for 1/6, many thanks Justin

[@JustinsCollection]

Thank you!

[@breadproductions6139]

Is their any easier way to get replace the arm with the light up arm and reverse with anything but literal brute force?

[@JustinsCollection]

Nope!

[@Clasticribback]

Ball sack

[@breadproductions6139]

@@JustinsCollection thanks.

[@breadproductions6139]

@@Clasticribback that can go lots of ways

[@hectorb3960]

Paid this one completely off - then it got delayed. Hope it arrives soon. Even though I’m currently running out of glass display space

[@JustinsCollection]

Darn

[@WillS724]

I saw pics of that diorama base mounted on a wall.. is there holes for mounting on nails on that base??

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice not that I can see

[@MF-sk6ui]

I had that fold out poster in the 80's

[@JustinsCollection]

Awesome!

[@darthqui-gon5986]

How hard is it to take off and put back on his hands/glove? Dose each gauntlet have its own Peg or did they use the pegs like they always use on all their other figures?

[@JustinsCollection]

Very hard and no they do not

[@darthqui-gon5986]

@@JustinsCollection that sucks. I was hoping they'd go the Sideshow way with those hands. Thanks bro.

[@latenightind52735]

My favorite channel

[@JustinsCollection]

Thank you!

[@hipo6352]

Where can I buy one ?

[@JustinsCollection]

Sold out

[@winklerwersonst7342]

Mine comes from HK tomorrow or the day after tomorrow :) I'm happy about my first vader

[@ardayn-music93]

Herrr winklaaaaaaaaa

[@winklerwersonst7342]

@@ardayn-music93 verdammde haider .. alda nicht mal hier habe ich mei ruh ..

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@ardayn-music93]

@@winklerwersonst7342 xd

[@graemel3069]

Happy New Year Justin! Just pe-ordered this! well, of course, ... Cheers Mate!

[@JustinsCollection]

Same to you!

[@Jumpman-G]

Hands down the best 1/6 figure reviewer on KZbin, articulate, precise, explains everything etc etc great job Justin!

[@JustinsCollection]

Wow, thanks!

[@chichiboypumpi]

Hope some toy company would release a special edition Vader figure in honor of David Prowse, who just became one with the Force recently.

[@JustinsCollection]

Maybe they will

[@BIGBACKSBACK]

Darth Vader is my favorite as you can tell

[@JustinsCollection]

Noice

[@dustinsybrant7972]

@justin'scollection is there anyway to make the helmet magnetic? Any tips on changing out the gloves? Mine keep falling off.

[@JustinsCollection]

Not sure sorry

[@Rob.van.D]

the comparison between these two is the original with the mms452? The only thing is the difference in box art you said at (4:54)? What is this exactly, the box art? I got the mms452 today for my birthday, but I actually wanted the 40th anniversary. If you could explain to me what the difference in box art is, then I will consider if I keep the mms452. Thank you so much!

[@JustinsCollection]

Compare yours to the box that comes with this one

[@googoat]

They have the revenge of the sith vader and he's awesome glad I got him when he was cheap 😄

[@JustinsCollection]

They do?

[@fab367]

The helmet was smaller in Empire. This looks like the one in Star Wars. Other than that excellent except for the non full lit saber.

[@JustinsCollection]

Good to know!

[@Paulies-Hideout]

Well done review. I have a question. How secure is the upper helmet? Does it fall off too easily?

[@JustinsCollection]

Thanks! It falls off easily if you bump it

[@Chill_Guy247]

Justin as of right now which of you Vader figures is your favourite? Because I’ve been looking at tons and still can’t decide!

[@JustinsCollection]

Rogue one for me!

[@Chill_Guy247]

@@JustinsCollection yeah? Ok thank you!

[@SithLadyDarhVamp]

Still super exited for this dude to arrive, but how does he compare to ANH and RO Vader? I've seen some complaints about him being too skinny (though that can be fixed with padding upon arrival), and too short as well as the mask being off? What do you think?

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice! Check my Vader comparison video

[@jmk3149]

Hey Justin could u help me on deciding which one to get? Im torn between the quarter vader and this ESB one Yes the quarter vader has an additional head but I believe it is too big and has no differentiating details compared to the sixth figure Which in your opinion is better in value for dollar

[@JustinsCollection]

1/4 Vader for me, its glorious!

[@jmk3149]

Lol bought it thx

[@nattysutari232]

Whoa one of the coolest figure ever seen.really should buy it and can I get a heart

[@JustinsCollection]

Thanks!

[@bert3837]

If I can only get this Vader or commander Cody who do you suggest I get?

[@JustinsCollection]

Pick your favourite character

[@gloria9798]

I guess there is subtle difference in the eye design(?) Hmm.... I don't know

[@JustinsCollection]

Nope, they’re the same

[@AllVendors]

I'm a big fan of Darth Vader. I think he's the best bad character in cinema 🙃

[@JustinsCollection]

Agreed

[@ryantheasianguy_]

Can’t wait to get mine! First Vader for the collection. Only have 1 payment left with TWL

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@jackmarston1426]

I know I’m late to this but oh my god it’s beautiful

[@JustinsCollection]

He is dope!