EFX AT-ST Studio Scale Prop Replica SE

[yodasan]

Just announced by efx - edition size of 300, price $1599. William George signature edition. Preorder on Friday April 18.

 

[MatVaderFan]

For those who own other versions of a studio scale AT-ST what is your opinions on this? I like that it’s a signature edition but don’t love the big support pole

 

[Woody]

I've no plans to buy this as I'm perfectly happy with my 1/24th scale AT-ST from MYC.

The AT-ST itself looks nice but I don't care for the stand but on the positive side it's better than the wooden stand shown at SDCC previously.
They really don't give much of an advance notice at only 4 days before it goes up for PO.

No mention of an LE so looks like it's an SE only. At an edition size of 300 I'm sure it will sell out

 

[SpecialOpsUnit]

Wow they're finally putting this one up.

Surprised they aren't doing a LE as well for other retailers to carry. I'd think about putting one on a payment plan on SS if they did.

 

[Master Yoda 70]

I have no intentions of buying this one from EFX. I am happy with my two versions of Merlin Models AT-ST, MYC 1/10 AT-ST, Code 3 AT ST, Bandai 1/48 AT-ST and my current PO for the Iron Studios AT-ST.

What EFX has done in choosing to replicate a studio scale puppet model from all the possibilities that exist for a final product representation of the AT-ST (ROJ) is totally beyond my comprehension.

From all the Studio Scale replicas they choose the puppet version. Absolute “crapola“ with warped panels (see green circled image), foot pads that don’t sit parallel to the base, an annoying central rod and with a pathetic puppet appearance.

Not sure why include a rod versus stand alone? They can’t justify that they are keeping the rod in order to make it studio accurate as per the archives since it’s already not studio accurate once they removed the wood base and rod, replacing it with a non wood base and aluminum rod.

If you are making this change, might as well eliminate the rod!

Why change the studio scale wood look and not get rid of the rod?

I am deeply disappointed by EFX is an understatement.

I expected more owning the X-Wing, Falcon and Tie Fighter from EFX.

 

[Master Yoda 70]

I've no plans to buy this as I'm perfectly happy with my 1/24th scale AT-ST from MYC.

The AT-ST itself looks nice but I don't care for the stand but on the positive side it's better than the wooden stand shown at SDCC previously.
They really don't give much of an advance notice at only 4 days before it goes up for PO.

No mention of an LE so looks like it's an SE only. At an edition size of 300 I'm sure it will sell out

Same here. No plans to buy.

 

[Master Yoda 70]

For those who own other versions of a studio scale AT-ST what is your opinions on this? I like that it’s a signature edition but don’t love the big support pole

I don’t like the support pole either among other things. So many other good options out there. Merlin Models, MYC and Code-3 in the second hand market, heck even Miguel Recover custom AT-ST!

 

[GOLDCYLON]

I will stick to my Code 3 and I am a solid no on this release. No stick needed to hold it upright either and in metal.

 

[GOLDCYLON]

For those who own other versions of a studio scale AT-ST what is your opinions on this? I like that it’s a signature edition but don’t love the big support pole

My opinion is no thanks and I am sitting out on this release. I am sure it will sell out as it’s an SE. However, I am a solid NO. $1800 after shipping and taxes…uh nope, only via EFX so no Sideshow points once again and a metal reinforcement pole….. and here is the announcement I clipped from my mornings email.

 

[Woody]

Just saw the following via the Hyperdrive on FB:

Head is static but legs will have limited articulation
A non-SE is not planned at the moment
The wooden archive stand will be made available at a later date for all those who purchase the AT-ST (no mention of price for the archive stand yet)

 

[oneknightr]

Big nope from me. That pole is awful.

 

[GOLDCYLON]

Just saw the following via the Hyperdrive on FB:

Head is static but legs will have limited articulation
A non-SE is not planned at the moment
The wooden archive stand will be made available at a later date for all those who purchase the AT-ST (no mention of price for the archive stand yet)

Good update Woody thanks. Still a solid no.

 

[Woody]

Good update Woody thanks. Still a solid no.

Same here

 

[Master Yoda 70]

These are some original images from Lucas Film archives. See how the foot pads sit parallel to the wooden base. See the EFX one. I can’t believe people will pay $1599 for this. I am in dismay. If the legs have some degree of movement they shouldn’t be unveiling it like this. Not to mention the tilted head and more. Very unprofessional. It looks like it’s falling apart on stage.

 

[ObiWanCannoli]

I think I have seen a total of 2 people say they're going to buy this in all of the groups/forums. A 300 SE would normally sell out quickly, but at this rate it sounds like its going to sit and I should just wait for the Black Friday EFX sale.

 

[Master Yoda 70]

I will stick to my Code 3 and I am a solid no on this release. No stick needed to hold it upright either and in metal. View attachment 526908View attachment 526910

Hey you do know that Merlin Models has both AT-STs in stock and on sale right? $849 and $999. No waiting, Internal metal armature. I have both already.

 

[yodasan]

Are those MM AT-STs kits or already made?

 

[GOLDCYLON]

 

[Indyjones]

I was so wanting to get this. I currently have no SS models in the collection, so this would’ve been my first. But after seeing all these pics, here and on FB, and all of the issues being pointed out, I just can’t do it. Not at that price. The updated stand is better than the wooden one, but the pole still looks horrible. I don’t know why they chose the puppet for this replica.

 

[bitmaestro]

not sure what you guys are talking about as far as puppet models. there were only 2 studio models featured walking and firing in the movie, this is one of those

the only other model was the full size set piece and the others were ugly 3 foot tall versions that were crushed by the swinging logs or exploded.

my problem is they got a lot of feedback about people not liking the big wood rod support and base last year

what do they do ?? make the rod even wider for the final version. why can they not make a 90 degree metal angle support attached at the rear of the base. it could line up and fasten to the back of the model and not cover over the entire bottom of it !

putting a huge rod and support plate under it makes it look very weak. like they don't trust the materials they're using

its not just the physical look but it affects me psychologically in the wrong way

 

[Master Yoda 70]

Are those MM AT-STs kits or already made?

They are kits, in stock and ready to ship for limited time till they sell out. If you want the fully assembled kit you have to order and wait in line. Because they come with a metal armature you may pose in any position that you wish. In the last two images you can see some poses from different people. They also both come with black museum base. People put them on plywood bases for painting and assembly to avoid damaging the museum base.

 

[Master Yoda 70]

I think I have seen a total of 2 people say they're going to buy this in all of the groups/forums. A 300 SE would normally sell out quickly, but at this rate it sounds like its going to sit and I should just wait for the Black Friday EFX sale.

Yup, $350 would be fair price. Let’s see if EFX can get their act together with the announced Tie Interceptor and go back to the good old days when they produced the Falcon, Xwing and Tie Fighter, moving away from the small SnowSpeeder (replica of a gift) and this horrible AT-ST.

 

[Master Yoda 70]

I was so wanting to get this. I currently have no SS models in the collection, so this would’ve been my first. But after seeing all these pics, here and on FB, and all of the issues being pointed out, I just can’t do it. Not at that price. The updated stand is better than the wooden one, but the pole still looks horrible. I don’t know why they chose the puppet for this replica.

I PO this one from Iron Studios for $1218 CAD or $877 USA…I know it has out of proportion issues, but heck, looks cool and at least stands straight and on its own. It is still available for PO for 1/2 price of the EFX one; https://www.sideshow.com/collectibles/star-wars-at-st-and-chewbacca-iron-studios-913828

 

[luke_sith]

photos by my friend @sergi_kun twiter from japan, In person it's great, it's very good, instant purchase, they are going to modify the pose and the base to make it more discreet

 

[luke_sith]

I give you a gift

 

[Woody]

I give you a gift

Thanks for posting. Now that I may be interested in

 

[Master Yoda 70]

photos by my friend @sergi_kun twiter from japan, In person it's great, it's very good, instant purchase, they are going to modify the pose and the base to make it more discreet

Yeah they better fix that or many won’t buy it.

 

[Master Yoda 70]

Thanks for posting. Now that I may be interested in

Never put the wagon in front of the horses. Let’s see what is the final prototype. I always want to see. That head falling at an angle needs big time addressing.

They don’t have to improve the price, but they do have to deliver an excellent replica for $1599. I have no problem paying, just not for crapola.

Let us see.

 

[Woody]

Never put the wagon in front of the horses. Let’s see what is the final prototype. I always want to see. That head falling at an angle needs big time addressing.

Not the AT-ST I'm happy with my MYC 1/24th version. I was referring to the Kylo Ren lightsaber Luke_Sith posted, but will wait on pricing and full PO info before deciding

 

[Master Yoda 70]

photos by my friend @sergi_kun twiter from japan, In person it's great, it's very good, instant purchase, they are going to modify the pose and the base to make it more discreet

Those foot pads floating in the air on a $1599 collectible is just unacceptable. They need to touch the base nicely flat.

 

[Indyjones]

Not the AT-ST I'm happy with my MYC 1/24th version. I was referring to the Kylo Ren lightsaber Luke_Sith posted, but will wait on pricing and full PO info before deciding

I’ll for sure get it. That’s the only ST saber, or prop in general, that I really want. From the sound of it, EFX is trying to do an SE of this, but haven’t been able to come to an agreement with Adam Driver yet. Hopefully they do.

 

[Indyjones]

Those foot pads floating in the air on a $1599 collectible is just unacceptable. They need to touch the base nicely flat.

That and the pole are my main sticking with this, and what’s keeping me from possibly preordering.

 

[Indyjones]

I’m also waiting for that helmet stand that the Vader helmet is on to go live, so that I can grab a couple. I don’t have stands for my Boba PCR and Vader PCR. So they’re just sitting in boxes right now. And I refuse to use the crappy acrylic stand that the Beskar Mando S2 helmet came with. That’s still in the box as well.

 

[luke_sith]

Vídeo de EFX en Japón. Explains details such as the stand etc. that will improve it and the posture as well.

 

[BenObi_70]

I’m also waiting for that helmet stand that the Vader helmet is on to go live, so that I can grab a couple. I don’t have stands for my Boba PCR and Vader PCR. So they’re just sitting in boxes right now. And I refuse to use the crappy acrylic stand that the Beskar Mando S2 helmet came with. That’s still in the box as well.

I was interested in picking up a stand as well until I saw how long the support rod is. The Vader sits too high and just about any other helmet will look silly.

 

[Indyjones]

I was interested in picking up a stand as well until I saw how long the support rod is. The Vader sits too high and just about any other helmet will look silly.

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I noticed that as well. I hope they address the pole height, because even the Vader helmet on this sits ridiculously high. It would be great if we got an adjustable pole. Or at least two poles - one for regular sized helmets, and one for the bigger ones like Vader.

I guess we could always take a saw to it and modify the pole length. But we shouldn’t have to.

 

[GOLDCYLON]

I predict a lower edition number

 

[Indyjones]

I predict a lower edition number

It wouldn’t surprise me. They lowered the edition size on the SE Snowspeeder when it didn’t sell out instantly after preorders went live. I can see EFX doing the same with this.

 

[GOLDCYLON]

It wouldn’t surprise me. They lowered the edition size on the SE Snowspeeder when it didn’t sell out instantly after preorders went live. I can see EFX doing the same with this.

yep me as well

 

[Master Yoda 70]

Vídeo de EFX en Japón. Explains details such as the stand etc. that will improve it and the posture as well.

Yup, and fire the marketing department. Horrible job. EFX please deliver an internal metal armature and get rid of the rod. How hard and more costly can it be to insert on each casting for the legs and body a piece of metal?