Star Wars 3.75 Vintage Collection NEW REPUBLIC E-Wing & KE4-N4 | REVIEW

[@flossink6886]

In recent times TVC started having a serious paint apps problem. The figures have less and less paint, now they're even skipping on a simple wash on an expensive vehicle... It makes everything look cheap.

[@starwarsroo2448]

@flossink6886 even random mandos like the Clone Wars ones were suitably battle damaged and great paint apps. Sad really, I still really rate that figure, that's how we should be getting them now. Cost cutting

[@dantooine4279]

paint apps seem to be what costs the most money, or at least are easier to leave out of the process to save money! It's a real shame because the sculpts and figure production is the best it's ever been (on new tools) - so what we get in articulation and 'build' we lose in paint details. Modern economic pressures I guess!

[@midknighthour24]

I am seriously concerned about The Ghost and the Cantina due to paint apps.

[@LordUnforgiven90]

@@midknighthour24 Don t be, received my Ghost and is top level weathering

[@neonvandal8770]

Get a good squirt of washing up liquid, black acrylic and some water and mix it up until bubbly and apply and wipe off, with both a brush and dab on with a sponge, wait a few mins and wipe off. Repeat until your happy with the finish. I do it with ALL my Star Wars ships and customs. Really like that E Wing - think i'll be buying one and weathering too.

[@jeffmorris508]

Nice. I picked up the E-wing when the Disney store was having sales. I like it. Good but not great.

[@xandefa]

I like the clean design. I really prefer it. For me it's better than the dirty smudges all over the surface of the ship.

[@samuelward5207]

The card back under the Droid shows slight weathering so they should have done it to the ship

[@decadentdave]

The good news is an acrylic wash is very very simple to apply yourself and instantly improves it to next level. And if you don’t like it, it’s easy to remove with water or windex.

[@kek23k]

KE4-NA should have had a vac-metal chromed head like the original Kenner toy but I thought they should have done that in the show too!

[@georgeaitken2719]

A wash with games workshop nuln oil should do the trick

[@chronogaruda2003]

I miss the mid to late 2000s when Star Wars vehicles like this were easily obtainable in stores like Walmart, ToysRUs, etc. and were reasonably affordable. This E Wing looks nice, but I own a 3D printed 3.75 scale E Wing kit I got from Etsy and painted. It's based on the original design, but I wish the OG E Wing had an official toy in this scale.

[@mikewatkins3533]

I agree. When vehicles were affordable and available. Out of the all the ships were made, never came out with Darth Sidious Shuttle from ROTS. Sad 😢

[@jonc2914]

2000s was the peak of star wars vehicles...

[@mikewatkins3533]

@ Exactly! Especially when ROTS came out. I was spending $400 to $500 dollars a month on merchandise. Good ol days

[@trooperwolfie]

As a model maker, id say it doesn't necessarily need "weathering"...what it needs is the details enhancing with "panel liner" which picks out the panel lines and recessed detail. You could do this yourself Nick (but you shouldn't have to) id use a dark grey panel liner from tamiya or AK interactive. Also, details like the undercarriage need painting in metallic paint and detailing.

[@royston190]

I’m sick of hearing you can do it yourself you shouldn’t have to !

[@trooperwolfie]

@@royston190 did you read my entire comment???? Because it doesn't sound like it 🤣...I did say(in brackets) that you shouldn't have to 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@royston190]

@@trooperwolfie yeah I agree but the whole doesn’t necessarily need weather well It does really we’re paying top ££ for adult toy line and looks like the force awaken cheap nurf line it’s not good enough all I’m saying, I totally agree with Nick

[@trooperwolfie]

@@royston190 what I was saying is that it needs the details picking out, weathering is a modelling term for dirtying/chipping the paint finish, if this is supposed to be a clean new vehicle it doesn't necessarily need dirtying up, but there should be paint apps to enhance the panel lines and finer details. I understand not everyone is a model maker and the terms used can be confusing.....and none of us should have to apply paint apps ourselves. I agree that these toys/models are expensive and should be finished accordingly.

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

​@@trooperwolfie yeah man 'enhanced details' is what I was getting at... and exhibit A would definitely be the Poe Xwing. I think I mention the panels and grills too... but yeah man overall, that new E-Wing suffers when one can compare it to way better looking products.. remember that Rogue One tank?... omg... beautiful 😍👌 👌 🩵

[@ThomasSzabo-m1i]

I'm glad that I passed on the e-wing I didn't like it when I first saw it ships are suppose to look used whether in battle or just flying around

[@JamesHardwick-n4u]

I don't believe it needs a wash but it does need the panel lines, maintenance areas and exhaust ducts, etc highlighting. Tamiya do some great products: Panel Line Accent Color and Tamiya Weathering Master set B with soot and rust.

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

Exactly man... and that's all I really meant.... that's why I showed how subtle the paint apps are to the Poe XWing, yet so effective 🥰👌🩵

[@royston190]

Spot on review this Nick it’s really annoyed me as well it looks just like the hasbro nurf range look like a toy rather than and adult collector lines

[@thedisposables5885]

I don't think you're being harsh at all. The whole point of TVC and the higher price tags we're all willing to pay up for, is collector grade quality. This feels like a $70 ship, not 100 bucks man. But I still (begrudgingly) bought it 😂

[@starwarsroo2448]

Its a massive issue as the orignal Aesthetic of Star Wars was like a future in terms of technology, yet everything looked old, dusty and worn. Take that away and the charm of that that made it what it was, it just becomes bland looking like all the other crap they churn out these days

[@darrenwedge8330]

I think personally with the astromech,they could have done a subtle wash all over it. For example, I have the Mandalorian version of R5-D4, and that has a nice,subtle,decent wash over it. They seem like they do great with their paint apps, and then they go and ruin it with just 1 vehicle!! The Poe X-Wing like you pointed out,has a fantastic look to it. And this vehicle could have been amazing,if it had only been properly weathered!! I didn’t get it anyway,but it would still be nice to know that everyone else got a decent looking ship. Considering the money that us collectors spend on these things, I think it’s only right that they continue to do what they have been doing all along with every single vehicle,playset etc etc!! Anyway,rant over 😂 Great video and review as always 👍

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

Exactly... we are spending a fortune, and the standards are slipping. 😒👌

[@louskywalker9656]

Just curious. Do you have room of classic figures? Man I would love to hangout in that collection room and gaze jealously at all those toys. Wow

[@mountrussmore]

Totally agree about the wash. Got to have it.

[@brianjohnson5063]

I got mine on Wednesday I've put luke skywalker 5 p.o.a inside I picked up in a charity shop a while ago and a stan solo custom driod R4 M9 seen in a new captured with the rebels

[@codyerickson3550]

I sort of disagree with the vehicle needing a wash: Considering the E-Wing is (in lore) a brand new state-of-the-art starfighter. So it wouldn’t make sense for them to be grimey quite yet. However, a basic panel lining job with a Gundam Marker will definitely help make those extra details pop out. It’s what I did to mine and it looks excellent

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

Did you see the bit when I looked at and discussed the Poe X-wing?...

[@DMSL2007]

This one is enroute to me and yeah sucks that there is no weathering. This is what Hasbro really SHOULD be doing.

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

Thanks for commenting 🙏🙏🙏

[@digivizwiz]

It's the Disney take on the true E-Wing from Dark Empire. They could've at least included an option for the dorsal cannon that covers the droid socket. E-Wings never had droids, just like the A-Wing & B-Wing. This is an easy pass for me.

[@alansmith19890]

It angers me seeing the brazeness of Disney stealing other creators work.

[@MigMonkey]

Really hoping this one doesn't sell out before the New Year. Its too close to Christmas to be buying myself things. But I love weathering SW props and this would be a fun one to do. I just picked the BIG Falcon a few weeks back (not the Galaxys Edge) and its in desperate need of some weathering and a wash too..

[@YumikoShakuOfficialStarWars1]

New Republic E Wing Fighter From Ahsoka and The Mandalorian Season 3

[@travelswithjasonf1463]

Yes totally agree with you too clean needs so weathing on it but as one that did not order 1 I so want it lol just to put my retro figures in it lol

[@darthwizzywizard]

Wonderful OOK A pass for me though

[@nigelfisher6594]

Keep the faith ……. Open and just buy 1 brother ..

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

🙏🙏🙏

[@LordUnforgiven90]

Since Hasbro told us that paint apps drive higher production cost I got a question for you: Would you prefer this as is or à weathered with a 20% higher price?

[@Grants_Galaxy]

I’m right there with ya with being more choosy about what I buy to keep carded these days. Pretty much stopped with all new media. The ship looks like 5poa line without a wash

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

TVC1.0... I'll love with all my heart! 🥰👌🩵

[@JayzStuff]

but what a great looking ship!

[@phillipapplecrisp6415]

I airbrushed and weathered mine which i enjoy doing but it does look alot better after i did it

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

Wished I knew how to do proper model weathering/painting 😪

[@mikewatkins3533]

I like the E Wing from Rogue One better. Awesome video mate and cheers🍺🍺😎🎸

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

You mean the U-Wing? 🤔

[@mikewatkins3533]

@ lol! Yes. Had them mixed up. Cheers 🍺😎🎸

[@mpgary28]

I actually like it. I agree it could use a bit of weathering. I'll probably be getting a 3rd one at some point.

[@branmichael]

Maybe they will do a Dark Empire E-wing re-paint with weathering. I would buy one

[@scottborham2838]

This is without doubt the best design ship Disney has come up with in Star Wars. I love the look of this ship. When Hasbro said they were making it I was over the moon and Pre - ordered one as soon as I could. And then , well talk about disappointing the weathering doesn't concern me as much but would have really completed it. But having no Pilot released for it and having to wait till god knows when to get one for it is just insane. You think they would have learnt from Kenner's mistakes from 40 years ago. Between paint apps , packaging , repacks ,repaints and lack of figures the fans want / need. Does Hasbro care about TVC anymore ? Nick as always awesome review keep them coming.

[@Grants_Galaxy]

I’m right there with ya with being more choosy about what I buy to keep carded these days. Pretty much stopped with all new media

[@michaeldaniels5067]

even on the card back , the e wing has weathering.

[@oliverholst5576]

I have seen lots of these reviewed and you are right. It's disappointing especially for the money paid. 😔

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

Love you Oliver... one of the OG commenters on this channel! 🥰🙏🩵

[@oliverholst5576]

@OnlyOneKenobi OG? 🍺🤟

[@nerdybrothers]

I liked the design, loved the landing pads and turbine engines, but agree it’s way too clean, specially compared to recent vehicles. The music you used, it’s killing me, I know I know it but can’t place it… Tron?

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

You got it brother! 😉👌🩵 but it's the newer re orchestrated music from WDW outside the ride pavilion! 😉👌

[@theaceofspades56]

I do agree. It does look "raw' doesn't it? It has great detail, but it's kinda pointless if there's no paint to accentuate the mechanical parts.

[@kevinkenobi1980]

Lazy on Hasbro’s side, could have sold more I’m sure if there was weathering. It was a pass for me because it was too clean, cheers Nick and we should expect more from Hasbro especially when it comes to vehicles

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

Thanks Kevin, I'm glad you think the same. One worries one is being too negative... alas it seems the majority agree. 🙏🩵

[@kevinkenobi1980]

@@OnlyOneKenobi it’s disappointing for sure when you also add the fact that TVC for the most part is for adult collectors and Hasbro would be able to pass a clean vehicle for a Child’s toy but us as adult collectors they should know we would expect a little more attention to detail with just a slight wash like you mentioned. That’s not asking too much and I wound pay a bit more if that’s what it takes to get some weathering! Don’t get me started Lol 😂

[@dennislogan9836]

I bought 2 of them and I totally agree it should be weathered for the price we all paid. Hasbro has gotten very lazy over the past couple of years

[@garethsgeekretreat]

are you going to weather it . I am with mine

[@starwarsroo2448]

Ayup Gaz😅

[@garethsgeekretreat]

@starwarsroo2448 hey bud

[@starwarsroo2448]

@garethsgeekretreat you the man. Hope your well mate

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

​@garethsgeekretreat 11:48 your answer sir! 😉👍🩵 But to confirm Gaz, I don't really fancy it no... don't reckon I'd do it justice! 😏👌

[@garethsgeekretreat]

yes I've just watched it .hope your good and getting ready for the ghost. I am looking forward to you reviewing the ghost

[@vader6972]

i love your videos bro i agree totally about the weathering - looks like a 10 year olds toy, not an adult collector piece, totally agree but bruh, it is what it is, never expect hasbro to deliver, i think they are a great example of believing folks will buy whatever they put out there and not worrying too much about quality, enhancements, improvements watch some youtube videos about weathering, model planes, model trains etc. get a beginner's level of skills. a few simple steps would help the appearance a lot. great tool to have in your kit you could go as heavy or light as you want with it but i'm more disappointed with the windscreen not shutting down flush like i said love your videos and i thought your impressions were pretty great man! will be watching! thanks for all the videos!

[@sarassilva9938]

Tron legacy 👍👍👍

[@ModelMiniatureCollector]

December 2024 collection update : kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5_Tmoenor-VraMsi=iX5foIcgQoTkiPmW

[@matthewboreham205]

hello only one i don't suppose you've seen the new retro reveals frrom cc yet

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

Indeed I have.... not left comment yet though! 🙃👌

[@palpatine1975]

Let's be realistic. Even modern jets in our world that come off assembly lines and start flying within the next few days already have grim and weathered look from the elements. So this is not acceptable. Lucasfilm must be telling us that it was the 1st day the E-Wing came out to fly in Ashoka. Ridiculous. If you watch the scenes closely, the E-Wing has some weathering already. Only excuse I can think of it's Hasbro MO of cost cutting when it comes to deco paint. But I digress, the vehicle and droid are amazing nonetheless.

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

Exactly my friend! 😉👌

[@francisbaker2180]

I would have much rather had the pilot included with the vehicle and the droid sold separately. I would have bought several droids but only buying the one pilot for this vehicle. How much does it cost to weather the vehicle anyway? At this price point it couldn’t be that much more and I personally would’ve paid an extra dollar for it.

[@samuelliddell6715]

5:24 it does look plasticity 😃👍.

[@briandeluca4318]

Hasbro “new republic……that means no dirt”

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

You happy with it?

[@captaincosmopolitan5163]

Lightsaber paints on rereleases and new releases are abysmal and really chippy and leave a lot of residue on figures who have skin tone hands

[@universaltoycollector]

I have to say, ship wise, it does look very good. But paint app wise.....it is very poor. I can't get why Hadbro hasn't weathered this vehicle. They seem very sloppy lately with the paint apps, whether it's figures or vehicles. I don't buy the " it was peace time" argument for it not looking dirty and used.

[@citadelli]

Hasbro is close to bankrupt and cutting all corners they while not lowering prices. Take your hand up at som.customizing 😉 A wash is an easy job.

[@ciarandodrill3562]

I just dont see the point of it, the ship had one scene!

[@darthwizzywizard]

The Cloud Car had basically 1 scene in the original ESB too

[@trooperwolfie]

The E wing has been around for years in canon lore, this was the first live action depiction of it though.

[@ciarandodrill3562]

The cloud car is completely different when there wasn't many other options and the obvious options already got made at that time when it was out, and it doesn't have "ive been in cannon for years" on the box it says Ashoka and has a scene specific background, you don't even have the Sabine with long hair and bike to even make a diorama from the scene, its just a weird pick, if you're happy with it thats cool, but as someone who started collecting tvc based around mando and the other shows even i dont want this in my collection cause it goes with noting for me, maybe it will go beside an xwing in your collections from an imaginary scene.

[@trooperwolfie]

@ciarandodrill3562 I'm not buying it as I only collect mandalorian, bobf and clonetrooper stuff, but I'm not against other people getting it.....🤷🏻‍♂️

[@ciarandodrill3562]

@trooperwolfie im not either which is why "i just dont see the point of it" thats not in anyway me saying "DONT BUY THIS" and i dont see why people arw taking it that way 🤷‍♂️

[@jonc2914]

For $100.... its pretty lame. Hasbro demanding higher prices for lower quality...

[@JGStarkiller]

Wheatering you do self. Do are do not er is no try. Common Nick stop to be a Padawan be a Jedi Wheatering you must.😅😅😅