I owned the original metallic red painted version of Transistor, and I liked it. I did not have any paint chipping or other issues, only, it just didn't FEEL right. This PURE RED version FEELS much better in hand. The colors are more accurate and more vibrant. The silver buttons and movable hip skip is a nice touch with this version. Joints are all good, except the plate the head screws into on mine is floppy (not a big deal, though). And the cassette, HiFi - HUGE improvement. If you own Fader & Rover, this is of the same quality. Paint doesn't flake off or feel tacky. This version is much improved over the original. If you don't have one, this is the version to buy. If you have the old one, it is worth the effort to try and get this one.

I knew I had to get this release of Transistor the moment news broke that KFC would be doing an unpainted version. I had shied away from the first two releases because I wasn't crazy about the black buttons, the paint chipping, and the limited articulation in the upper legs. All of those issues were addressed this time around. I love this guy!

Beautiful design, great articulation, and feels solid. Transformation is tons of tiny or thin panels, so care must be used!