The seam gaps and inaccurate paint completely ruin the Coolprops items. For that price you should be getting something at least on par with the models fans are creating.
This was an interesting video. As much as I would love a full set with Thomas, Annie, Clarabel there's no way I'm paying that much for it so it's most likely I'll get just Thomas when I scrounge up more money and hopefully I can get one before this decade ends. The reason why I prefer to get one is because I just don't have that level of talent. I can make great customs but I can't make something to this scale so buying one is my only option. Anyway keep up the good work Tidmouth.
I have one myself. Personally I do say it was worth the wait but not quite the price. I feel like the price should have been a little lower. That being said, I’m glad I have it anyway. It’s a nice novelty and when you’re not looking at it from six inches away, it looks like the real thing. The seam lines are actually not that noticeable on mine. I suspect it must be a lack of a consistent quality control. It does sit on a shelf in my train room and I love looking at it as Thomas was and still is a huge part of my life
I think that the price is more substantial of an issue than it seems. Like, $750 for a non-motorized, no eye-mech, no smoke replica just seems really unreasonable (especially considering the inaccuracies you mentioned as well!)
I thought about getting cool Props Thomas because it looks like the model series from hit and classic eras but after looking at the prince, yikes that would possibly waste my savings account for my payments I would think about making a replica from scratch soon
750 dollars make seem like a lot but it makes sense considering how expensive it is to manufacture and when you buy it your supporting great replica makers
i was still in the thomas community when the cool props thomas was announced and i had left since then but damn thats funny it took that long to release lol
The Coolprops set is really flawed and ofc while adding all the mechanics would be more pricey, externally it looks great! I’d love more characters in the range but they’d take ages to get to many of em it seems which is where i see the advantage the fandom has.
05:03 You have to remove the face and then the eyemech itself if you want to move the eyes. Sadly, you cannot control the eyes remotely. If you could, I might have considerd paying the 750 bucks for it.
I bought the Thomas w/Annie and Clarabel. To me, its THE biggest thing I've always wanted since I was a kid. For someone who grew up with Thomas since 1989, it was something I wanted. I had to save for it, but I am glad to have it.
To me, even though I never own CoolProps' Thomas line (though it would be cool if I did), I do think it'll be a new idea to display them with collectibles. That, and I wish that there are other companies would do something similar so that little kids would enjoy playing with, similar to other model train companies like Bachmann and Hornby.
I have the Thomas, Annie & Clarabel set. I would say it was worth the wait but do have the same issues you mentioned in your video. Also the battery for Thomas’ lights are 2 cell batteries so you get like 2 hours if use before the go out. Wish there was a better way to power them for longer. Overall I am happy with my buy
Where would I actually inquire about a gauge 1 thomas, considering I have no desire to buy a machine to make it myself? Etsy? Ebay? Anyone with any ideas?
I would like to see a Cool Props Thomas replica prop which is an actual remote control model train like Bachmann and Hornby with remote control eyes like in the show and every single Face Thomas had in the show.
These are cool (no pun intended), but I’m NOT going to promise to get any of these replicas because they’re VERY expensive and hard to get for me. That’s why I’d rather buy something cheaper like an old Trackmaster model or a Bachmann model.
@@AlexsStopMotionAdventures I don’t think they would go that overboard but if they did first of all, I would go insane in a good way second of all, if it was to happen it would be approximately $100,000,000 😊
Personally I'm either printing a gauge 1 replica off Thingiverse or getting the Bachmann G gauge one. Even if I had the money this one would seem wasteful.
Still sort of on the subject, it's the same with Daleks, there's a company that makes official replicas of Daleks, but they come at a high price, and aren't great quality. This is where, like the Thomas G1 fanbase, fans (like me) build ones ourselves which are better than the licenced replicas
As soon it was A. $750, B. UK and US only and C. not functional as a model train, let alone metal wheels to enable some conversion to make it a working model on the track that was when I started looking for parts to build my own that does run
As much as I would want to buy a cool props Thomas. $750 is too much for me. And it would be too much of a pain to keep one in decent condition because of having to brush dust off and risk of scratches and getting damaged.
Admittedly, I think the Coolprops replicas are interesting, but the biggest "no" for me about them is they're static. For that kinda money, I'd at least like to be able to run it and pull trains. What I'd really like is one of the Scottish twins, as they were always my favorites. Again, would rather have a runner to go on my garden railway than a perfect prop replica.
Personally I wouldn't know where to begin trying to find someone to commission for a replica, and I am not buying a bulky ass 3D printer that I'd only use like once. Plus I am not good with paint so I see myself going "fuck i wish i just paid $750" while looking at my horrendous paintwork. If anybody sees this and knows any reputable modelers that are open for commissions lemme know, but until I find one I'm set on eventually just getting a Cool Props Thomas, but now that I know Annie and Clarabel can't move I won't get the trio. Also I don't think them adding mechanics inside would be a good idea considering they could get damaged during shipping and people would blame Cool Props and not the shipping company knowing this fandom.
$1600 for a non functional model is ludacris. $1600 buys you a Marklin model that is on Rolex level of quality. If they were smart, they would price the set at $400 and sell a TON OF THEM. I could see $1600 IF it was functional, and the attention to detail was top notch. This looks more like a toy than the screen used models.
You gotta love how every other product they made is sold out, the Godzilla head, Ultraman and Robocop busts are 3500 and 1500 respectively... the only thing in stock is the Thomas's (the cheapest thing they sell) all because the Thomas nerd-sphere thinks it isnt good enough. Lmao 😅
Bruh this fandom has become so dedicated that we practically made a whole potential range kinda useless
The seam gaps and inaccurate paint completely ruin the Coolprops items. For that price you should be getting something at least on par with the models fans are creating.
it’s actually very accurate to the hit era
This was an interesting video. As much as I would love a full set with Thomas, Annie, Clarabel there's no way I'm paying that much for it so it's most likely I'll get just Thomas when I scrounge up more money and hopefully I can get one before this decade ends. The reason why I prefer to get one is because I just don't have that level of talent. I can make great customs but I can't make something to this scale so buying one is my only option. Anyway keep up the good work Tidmouth.
Tidmoth Yard Studios DID mention commissioning someone else. Wonder how much that would cost...
GTA 6 before CoolProps Bill and Ben?
We gonna get gta 7 before CoolProps bill and Ben 💀
We getting Toy Story 5 before CoolProps Bill and Ben 😭
Where getting all engines go duck before CoolProps bill and ben
@@ovemagnehaugen4483Coolprops Needs Percy James Gordon Emily And Harold
We're getting Incredibles 3 before CoolProps Bill and Ben
People could be confused when they see a Thomas episode that was made by them and the don't know about the props 😂😂😂😂😂❤❤❤
I have one myself. Personally I do say it was worth the wait but not quite the price. I feel like the price should have been a little lower. That being said, I’m glad I have it anyway. It’s a nice novelty and when you’re not looking at it from six inches away, it looks like the real thing. The seam lines are actually not that noticeable on mine. I suspect it must be a lack of a consistent quality control. It does sit on a shelf in my train room and I love looking at it as Thomas was and still is a huge part of my life
I think that the price is more substantial of an issue than it seems. Like, $750 for a non-motorized, no eye-mech, no smoke replica just seems really unreasonable (especially considering the inaccuracies you mentioned as well!)
750 is chunk change for that company... that Godzilla head bust is $3500
I thought about getting cool
Props Thomas because it looks like the model series from hit and classic eras but after looking at the prince, yikes that would possibly waste my savings account for my payments
I would think about making a replica from scratch soon
750 dollars make seem like a lot but it makes sense considering how expensive it is to manufacture and when you buy it your supporting great replica makers
LOL no. This model should be $400 max considering its quality ( low), and UNPOWERED PLASTIC
@@goclunker You could easily mod it with a cheap motor. It has gears
@@Caledonianpug Do you understand what you read? At $750, you shouldn't have to.
@@goclunker Have you bought the model and experienced it or are you just judging by reviews?
@@Caledonianpug do you want to see my $4000 gauge 1 BR-01? This model is not a $750 dollar model. End of discussion.
What would interest me would be if someone made a gauge 1 CGI thomas...
i was still in the thomas community when the cool props thomas was announced and i had left since then but damn thats funny it took that long to release lol
interesting and informative vid!
The Coolprops set is really flawed and ofc while adding all the mechanics would be more pricey, externally it looks great! I’d love more characters in the range but they’d take ages to get to many of em it seems which is where i see the advantage the fandom has.
4:34 JonJon himself owns the Cool Props Thomas, and used it as reference to get a more HiT Era accurate shade of blue for his brass model.
05:03 You have to remove the face and then the eyemech itself if you want to move the eyes. Sadly, you cannot control the eyes remotely.
If you could, I might have considerd paying the 750 bucks for it.
Glad to see a whole video explaining this.
You should make me a cool props duck…
Do it ur self
Jk
I bought the Thomas w/Annie and Clarabel. To me, its THE biggest thing I've always wanted since I was a kid. For someone who grew up with Thomas since 1989, it was something I wanted. I had to save for it, but I am glad to have it.
This is definitely something to put on my bucket list.
To me, even though I never own CoolProps' Thomas line (though it would be cool if I did), I do think it'll be a new idea to display them with collectibles. That, and I wish that there are other companies would do something similar so that little kids would enjoy playing with, similar to other model train companies like Bachmann and Hornby.
I commissioned Jamos to make me Thomas. I love the model so much!
Will Cool Props ever do a gauge 1 James model anytime soon as well???
I think I'd rather spend my money on the Bachmann range
Honestly, then the only thing you would need to do is replace the face with a custom then you pretty much have a 100% accurate TV's prop.
@@ItzAtrain2905 exactly
Me to
@@ItzAtrain2905or just put on a wooden railway face, they fit perfectly
I have the Thomas, Annie & Clarabel set. I would say it was worth the wait but do have the same issues you mentioned in your video. Also the battery for Thomas’ lights are 2 cell batteries so you get like 2 hours if use before the go out. Wish there was a better way to power them for longer. Overall I am happy with my buy
I have a cool props Thomas! I absolutely love him. It’s like I walked into the tv and took Thomas himself out of an episode.
Where would I actually inquire about a gauge 1 thomas, considering I have no desire to buy a machine to make it myself? Etsy? Ebay? Anyone with any ideas?
Personally I’m just gonna stay content with that 70th Diecast model with my modifications.
Omg I used to want that model so bad 💀
I would like to see a Cool Props Thomas replica prop which is an actual remote control model train like Bachmann and Hornby with remote control eyes like in the show and every single Face Thomas had in the show.
when we saw the cool props:
o_o
when we saw the prices:
0.0
These are cool (no pun intended), but I’m NOT going to promise to get any of these replicas because they’re VERY expensive and hard to get for me. That’s why I’d rather buy something cheaper like an old Trackmaster model or a Bachmann model.
I want one so badly, but sadly they cannot ship to Australia. Would be great though.
Bro doesn’t know Ultraman
For shame.
awesome work
I wish coolprops made a lady coolprop
What if they did a life size one?
@@AlexsStopMotionAdventures I don’t think they would go that overboard but if they did first of all, I would go insane in a good way second of all, if it was to happen it would be approximately $100,000,000 😊
Personally I'm either printing a gauge 1 replica off Thingiverse or getting the Bachmann G gauge one. Even if I had the money this one would seem wasteful.
Still sort of on the subject, it's the same with Daleks, there's a company that makes official replicas of Daleks, but they come at a high price, and aren't great quality. This is where, like the Thomas G1 fanbase, fans (like me) build ones ourselves which are better than the licenced replicas
I'd LOVE a CoolProps Thomas Annie & Clarabel for my shelf tbh just that nobody in my family has that money
Honestly … I am making a o scale rusty in time . And some slate wagons eventually also … I am leaning towards a resin printer then £700 for a Thomas
It’s a shame that I never got a cool props Thomas
As soon it was A. $750, B. UK and US only and C. not functional as a model train, let alone metal wheels to enable some conversion to make it a working model on the track that was when I started looking for parts to build my own that does run
Imagine a Cool Thomas prop next to a Lionel Union Pacific 4-8-8-4 Big Boy #4014
I just got jumpscared by my own models
they were the only bill and ben replicas i could think of off the top of my head! excellent work btw!
They need to make cool props Edward.
Confusion and delay
As much as I would want to buy a cool props Thomas. $750 is too much for me. And it would be too much of a pain to keep one in decent condition because of having to brush dust off and risk of scratches and getting damaged.
I got a replica troublesome truck THATS ALL I NEED not no hundred dollar replicas
Admittedly, I think the Coolprops replicas are interesting, but the biggest "no" for me about them is they're static. For that kinda money, I'd at least like to be able to run it and pull trains.
What I'd really like is one of the Scottish twins, as they were always my favorites. Again, would rather have a runner to go on my garden railway than a perfect prop replica.
id rather just commission someone else to do it. if its $750 USD its probably gonna be almost double that. in AUD anyways 😭
Gauage one more like really big and expensive
Personally I wouldn't know where to begin trying to find someone to commission for a replica, and I am not buying a bulky ass 3D printer that I'd only use like once.
Plus I am not good with paint so I see myself going "fuck i wish i just paid $750" while looking at my horrendous paintwork.
If anybody sees this and knows any reputable modelers that are open for commissions lemme know, but until I find one I'm set on eventually just getting a Cool Props Thomas, but now that I know Annie and Clarabel can't move I won't get the trio.
Also I don't think them adding mechanics inside would be a good idea considering they could get damaged during shipping and people would blame Cool Props and not the shipping company knowing this fandom.
too expensive. i would like an accurate thomas and annie and clarabel (that move) replicas, but $800+ is too much atm
I mean, I would like to, but I don’t have enough money
I heard rumours about coolprops duck
yes i could make my own gauge 1 thomas with all the 3d printer stuff BUT i can just be lazy and buy one with my hard earned liver
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$1600 for a non functional model is ludacris. $1600 buys you a Marklin model that is on Rolex level of quality.
If they were smart, they would price the set at $400 and sell a TON OF THEM.
I could see $1600 IF it was functional, and the attention to detail was top notch. This looks more like a toy than the screen used models.
It's a decent model, but the price is way too much. MAYBE if it actually ran on its own I'd say it's good but for $750 there are too many issues.
You gotta love how every other product they made is sold out, the Godzilla head, Ultraman and Robocop busts are 3500 and 1500 respectively... the only thing in stock is the Thomas's (the cheapest thing they sell) all because the Thomas nerd-sphere thinks it isnt good enough. Lmao 😅
$750 dollars? At that point just make make it a live steam G-scale model... I'm not buying that.
Why does my bank account say -750 dollars?