is this figure fragile? Will it break after use?
1805121
What do you mean with "after use". It's more of a collector's item, not really intended for play.Either way, SH Figuarts figures in general are put together in a way that there can be parts that come off if you play around too much, however it's always easy to re-attach.
1805122
the figure is thin and looks a bit fragile, but has not broken so far. Not a toy for a child, it must be handled by an adult and carefully.
1805123
I could see the wings or shoulder pads breaking off you're rough with Cell but he is not fragile. He is a super posable collectible for adults. I play with the DBZ Figuarts line for hours. Just don't give him to a rough and tumble kid or you'll have lost parts and scratches in a week.
683835
Same problem here. Great toy, but it sure is fragile. Maybe take to a Hobby Shop? Haven't done it yet.
344807
I have used it about twenty times. It seems fragile. I am guessing it would break with out much effort like most plastic. I am an adult and I bought it for myself. It does not turn easily and I have been concerned about the plastic gears and whether they will hold up. I am skeptical about how long it would last with a kid using this vigorously.
1695852
Good afternoon and good luck. In answer to your question the figure came in perfect condition and the packaging was adequate and correct. Greetings from Spain. Javier.
1736983
It is primarily plastic. It's a great display piece. The revoltech joints are fairly strong. Can't get him to stand straight on his stand, but that's my only complaint. I might not be trying to rotate the joints right to facilitate it. I really love the figure however. No flaws on "details" that I could see.
119790
It's not fragile. The plastic base might come off if a big fish intentionally tries to destroy it. A turtle, on the other hand... Not sure. It gets knocked around a little in my 37 gal, but a turtle is a different story. It's cheap, so order two, and try to break one with a pair of pliers. If it breaks, send the other one back, and consider it a cheap lesson learned.
1270018
Hey Dale, There actually isn't an improved reissue on this figure. As much as I've hunted I haven't been able to find anything else. There are some tutorials on the internet on how to fix the problem. If you're the least bit handy you can totally do it If you need I link to the one I used you can let me know and I'll hook you up. It is one of my favorite pieces in my collection and well worth the work to fix it. Sadly, everyone I've ever talked to said theirs broke given enough time. The product should have been recalled, no questions asked.
2183336
You do not need to glue it, but if you were I would recommend a quick drying super adhesive. The plastic is not the typical plastic found in models, it is closer to the plastic used on small action figures. The plastic is not very brittle.
1345378
If used as a toy, sure they will eventually get broken. They arrived from China on UPS without being destroyed and my son loves having them on display in his room, but does not use them as toys r throw them around. They aren't glass, which is great just in case one did end up breaking somehow. I think they are a plastic resin, which looks great and creates the accurate look to them.
1596146
The wings can break pretty easily at the base. You have to be very careful with them. You can move them a little bit. This figure is best to be adult owned and should only be displayed in a safe place. I think a child would break it very easily very quickly. I have one and mine is pretty cool no defects or problems.
2108454
it does look fragile, but i did it slowly & had no problem. i have alot of pieces that require batteries of that kind & have never had trouble. you might keep asking & perhaps get someone w/ a technical mind. i can only offer you my own experince good luck !
1237662
The figure is sturdy,and the joints hold well.They may not be as movable as a GI-Joe figure but the changeable faces an hands add up to fighting positions you can obtain. so far the figures have been used by my sons extensively and no breakage has occurred.
2103550
2 boys of mine r using the easel, it survived quite a lot of banging & drawing. It's still very firm after 5 months of usage.
1710228
I'm not really sure. I used this figurine on a cake for my nephew. He plays with it along with the dragon and it it still intact since August.
2148183
it's quite durable. I carry mine around and use it in cosplay (being a 1:1 scale prop replica as well) and I have dropped it a few times. it's fallen from my pocket and such. and so far I have had a few problems... the casing seems unscratched (by casing I mean the remote itself) although the software seems a bit glitchy (light and sound doesn't turn off after release of button, light doesn't turn on, light and sound have a long delay) after. all in all it still works though. so it will survive a fall out of a shirt pocket, and being shaken (though that's when the glitching starts)
1993609
You may not need a stand. The figure's legs and ankles are pretty rigid - and will remain that way in less you intend to play with it. I have mine free-standing on a bookshelf. We had a minor earthquake a few weeks back, and it remained upright. To answer your question directly, I don't really know. My apologies.
1682525
Yeah I wouldn't risk it. These figures can break somewhat easily. These are meant for collectors and should be for displaying only. On the box it has "Ages 15 & UP." Plus they come with small parts (interchangeable hands, weapons). Great figures though, very poseable.