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(More customer reviews)First off, let me say I am writing this review from the stand-point of a collector and a once owner of this toy back in the 80's. I lived and breathed Transformers. I owned the original Optimus Prime for several years until I became a rebellious teenager and took Prime out back and gave him a proper burial. If only I could go back in time and slap my former self I would do so.
Optimus Prime for many folks was a hero figure. He represented the good in folks. A leader who would stand up for the downtrodden and was without Greed. He supported his troops but led them firmly. If ever there was a figure parents were proud of their kid to love this was he. And his toy is a metaphorical representation of this.
The original toy was ahead of its time. With real rubber wheels and at the time made of some metal and some plastic, he was durable. This toy is a wonderful facsimile of that famed toy. The detail is still there and the memories of my childhood flood back each time I play with him. The addition of the DVD which includes the first few episodes of the Original G1 Cartoon, as well as the Original Issue #1 comic are to me, icing on the cake. Not to mention they took the time to get Peter Cullen's voice included with the Autobot Symbol.
Now stepping out of the role of collector, if I were a parent here is how I'd view this toy. First off there are small parts. So I would definitely avoid this for any child under the age of 5. The fists and gun are small enough to swallow. So avoid at all cost. The cost of this item might be a little too steep too. With many a Tranformer Animated or Transformer Universe toy costing between $7 to $40, this is a big leap up for a toy for Christmas. However if you want to get your son or daughter starting to collect something they may treasure later on, this is a good start.
Pros:
- Good Re-do of an Old Classic
- Addition of Cartoon DVD / Issue #1 Comic
- Original Voice Actor used on Audible Autobot Symbol
- Wonderful Collector's Item
Cons:
- High Price (Should have ranged in the $40 to $50 especially if bought for something other than a Collection).
- Design flaw on Gun (Handle does not allow it to lay flat on the arm)
Overall I give this a 5 out of 5 stars as a collector's item. The bonuses included with the toy (DVD, Comic, Symbol) make this a well rounded item. However I give this a 3.5 out of 5 for a toy to give on Christmas. At over $60 this is a little expensive for such a small audience that this might appeal to. Either way it's great that Hasbro sees the potential in a new audience as well as not forgetting us who were around during it's inception.
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Celebrate 25 years of robot-converting excitement with this anniversary collectible set that includes an Optimus Prime figure, Autobot shield, Transformers comic book and animated DVD. Pose the freedom-fighting figure in robot mode and fire missiles at the enemy. Convert the robot's battle station into a trailer in truck mode, where you can also launch a roller at your target.
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