Topic: Which ESB 1/6 Scale Do I Pick?

Hello,

I want to buy a Sideshow 1/6th scale figure, and I prefer the ESB version of Boba.

I can either go with the older Scum and Villainy version or the newer Disney 2016 version.

I can't find a proper review on the net that will accurately describe the differences and advantages of both figures, since they are so similar.

I know there are some serious collectors on this site that may have bought both versions, and if they have, I ask for a more in-depth description of the differences and perhaps an opinion on which figure I should lean towards more.

ESB is definitely the best.  I have both, although I only have one picture of them together since one is on a shelf at home and one is on a shelf at my office....

The graphic you posted is pretty right on about what it's describing although I'd argue one minor thing.  Its comments about the braids are true if they are only talking about the unbraided ends, which it seems to be based on what they've circled.  I personally think the braids themselves, or rather the braided sections, are better on the 2016 Disney version because they are smaller diameter and it seems more to scale.  The S&V version seems very thick and if this were blown up to life-size I think they'd be to big. 

If choosing between my two I would go with the Disney version because the figure sculpt on the S&V is not as good.  My S&V one is a bit flat chested, hard to see in the pic but it looks like his chest is caved in a little bit and the armor looks weird as a result.  I never followed up with Sideshow on this but in reading their forums it seems to be a somewhat common issue. 

There are also differences in accessories to consider.  The S&V version has the light up base, and it has many more hand options for posing.  It has i believe six sets of hands as well as an additional pair of feet.  The Disney version only has 3 total pairs of hands and no alternate feet.  The Disney version jetpack does feature extendable grappling prongs on the missile, and the base has alternate supports for posing him in flight. 

I think your final concern would be price.  The Disney version is still available from Sideshow at $200.00 plus S&H.  Buying direct gives you the advantage of both a fixed price as well as customer support from the vendor should there be any issues.  Looking at completed listings on eBay the price ranges from $150.00 - $250.00.  If you're looking for factory sealed it's closer to the $250.00 range, however if you're OK with it being opened and possibly not in the condition it's advertised as you're down closer to the $150.00 range.

Personally right now I prefer the 2016 Disney version. Mostly because I feel that the figure's sculpt is better than the S&V version I flat out suck at posing so all the extra hands or feet are a bit superfluous for me. Having said that the Disney's figure's articulation is a bit stiffer making it hold poses a little better. I don't get too nit picky in terms of movie accuracy, and they both hit the major points of being an ESB version. 

I hope that helps, feel free to respond if you have any questions!

You've answered my concerns perfectly, and I will consider your points on both figures. At first I would have gone with the SaV, based on the pictures alone, but you make a good argument for Disney's version, and I realize I have to think about it more before I make my choice. I'll post when I've made the purchase, thanks :)