152: PNSO Tylosaurus (Evan 2021) Review
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- Опубліковано 24 вер 2021
- PNSO has given us some nice non-dinosaur offerings, and this time they are giving us another - the tylosaurine mosasurid Tylosaurus!
An interesting mosasaur defined by it extended rostrum, Tylosaurus is dressed with very fine detail and a very beautiful and naturalistic colour, making this mosasaur one worth considering for any lover of marine reptiles. With enough to set it apart from the Mosaurus as a distinct member of the mosasaurids, PNSO continues to flesh out our own little museum of incredible prehistoric models.
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Finally, a PNSO model with soft tissue around its teeth! Alone the fact of it having lips makes the Tylosaurus figurine look so much more organic and natural than its predecessors (like the Mosasaurus).
Yup un agreed cause tylosaurus AND mosasaurus in general are related to monitor lizards and snakes. In other side like Trex they didint have lips for evidence shows in many many skulls
That is a good point, since both mosasaurids are closely related, it begs the question of why both are lipped or lipless 😁 That's going to be a similar question to if ever PNSO releases a lipped T Rex. The ensuing debate and be-careful-what-you-wish for of having a T Rex that in a sense no longer goes with the other PNSO tyrannosaurids will be interesting!
Actually the pnso mosasaurus has lips…
It's funny that they would do it for an aquatic species which is much more likely to not have lips than any of their other models. I can get behind the artistic choice of a mosasaur or plesiosaur with exposed teeth (especially ones like elasmosaurus which appeared to have a teeth "basket"), but tyrannosaurus, allosaurus, carcharodontosaurus? Those are all terrestrial and very few if any terrestrial animals lack lips. I just wish companies weren't so afraid of hiding teeth in the classic "scary" dinosaurs. Marine reptiles don't have the same precedent and pressure of pop culture I guess.
@@laya8880 I couldn't have written it any better, no more words needed 👍🏻
I think it's beautiful. What you haven't mentioned is the " Monitor Lizard" head. Which seems accurate for their Marine Reptiles. It's a beautiful piece. Your reviews are always great. Possibly the most informative we have. Thank you. X
Thank you! Indeed there is a connection between mosasaurs and the varanid lizards of today. This really is a beautiful piece, more so in hand than I ever realised looking at the release images. It was nice enough to be sure, but when you have this thing with the fine scalation and subtle colouration, it's just something else altogether.
THE WAY THE SCALES ARE SO FINE IT CREATES A MATTE FINISH FROM AFAR IS *PERFECT* OMG
It truly is incredible what PNSO produces each time. I'm still surprised from time to time when I open up a new PNSO offering! This truly is a beauty!
Amazing review DD, I’ve really been invested in PNSO’s marine figures lately and this one is for sure intriguing
Thank you Austin! This one is really impressive in hand when you look at the integument. And the colour is subtle yet speaks volumes. I just realised it's the only Tylosaurus model I have, so I'm double glad to have it!
I think you are the best dinosaur figure reviewer in whole youtube!
Wow, thanks I'm glad you like my videos!
But I think there must be many good reviewers out there too to suit different tastes like. For example, some people who would rather just see the model without the science in 3min would'nt like my videos! Others prefer just a slide show without talking. So to each their own, but I'm glad you enjoy my content. Thank you again!😁
Another great review! To me, perhaps the nicest PNSO figure yet! You stated the paint was off on the mouth/teeth-I don’t see that on my iPhone screen lol. But that seam ugh. Otherwise, what a gorgeous sculpt and paint!!
Just a little! Personally it's not at all jarring to me, but I do know some viewers are very particular so thought I'd make a mention of it 😁 Though I hardly think that's a dealbreaker. That unfortunate seam though... 😫
Love this review as always, good sir. And the details on this figure are amazing, especially the color scheme. Thank you, sir.
You're most welcome as always Rajitha! Truly, both detail and colour on this PNSO are incredible and I didn't think I would like it so much. In hand it's even better!
Still disappointed his name isn’t Tyler
Aren't we all.
Definitely an example when the most obvious choice is the best!
Love it! That fine skin texture is outstanding and to scale.
It's really commendable what they've done here. You really have to hold it in hand to fully appreciate! It looks really natural to me!
Details of mandible are really incredible! And its pose i love it (Y) Excellent review ;)
Thank you, this one really surprised me when I had it in my hands. It's such a near-perfect specimen!
2:46 Don't laugh, don't laugh, don't laugh
On a serious note, great review as always. Shame about the seamline, but it doesn't bother me. I hope to pick this guy up someday. Wonder what PNSO will drop next.
Lol I realised too late but well... there was nothing else I could have said 😁 No part of my anatomy is going anywhere near this monster!
@@DinosDragons 😂 That's a good point. Sometimes there's nothing else you can say.
Great review! Mosasaurus and tylosaurus have always been some of my favorite prehistoric animals and ever since pnso released this masterpiece ive had no choice but to get it soon. I currently don’t have any money right now but as soon as I do I’m getting it! Like everyone else I’m not a fan of the very noticeable line one the body and how it doesn’t line up but I think I could deal with that, I’m also not a fan of the hollow body, I think it would have been better to make it solid. Again….great review, never fails to impress me!
Thank you for your kind words!
Truthfully, having had it a few days, my mind somehow just overlooks that seam line. It also depends on individual personality I suppose. My friend how has OCD would not be able to abide by this and the near perfection of the other aspects of this model would just make it worse for him~
I think this, like many other models are ideally acquired early as the best paint jobs are usually the best. Best of luck to you in getting this one when you're able! 😊
I think its the definite affordable Tylosaurus figure yet,also this was a great review.
I wish you a good day
Thanks, I'm glad you like it! It's a really good model and I'm happy to have it!
Another nice review!
I really like this New tylosaurus
Thank you! This indeed is another beautiful work from PNSO.... responsible for the near bankruptcy of many a collector!
@@DinosDragons Yeah dude PNSO is the best
Awesome channel DinosDragons! I want to start reviewing PNSO figures soon. Just need to find a retailer in NZ! They’ve got such great detail!
That would be great! Could you order from Australia? Would that be cheaper for you?
@@DinosDragons hhmmm yeah that could be a better option. I'll check it out :)
I have Ron the Mosasaurus which is a favourite of mine, but Evan here has a more dynamic design, and I like that fixed open jaw posture like his ready to engulf prey. I have the collecta Elasmosaurus but would really like a scaled up PNSO version against Evan.
Great review as always mate! 👍🏻
Thank you for your commendation!
I don't have the CollectA Elasmosaurus but from what I've seen it's a very good model and will suffice for most people who don't want to spend PNSO money on what would probably be a quite expensive model. In fact the only one I have is the old Carnegie, so I would double appreciate an update from PNSO!
I agree with you on the mouth engulging look. Together with that deep throat all we need is a model prehistoric shark to scale with it!
@@DinosDragons A Squalicorax or Cretoxyrhina would be idea for the Tylosaurus to snatch up! The collectA Elasmosaurus I reviewed was a courteous production sample, and all other global production companies have been stalled with PNSO running ahead of the production marathon. Its only a matter of time before we're going to get a good plesiosaur model!
good vibe. liked
Thank you. This was an awesome PNSO and a pleasure to review!
Really a beautiful model, too bad for that seam line, so I'm still undecided if I'll buy it.
PS. I think how happy I would be if PNSO did an Elasmosaurus, it would be an instant buy for me :)
Yes it's really most unfortunate, especially since it will break somewhat the illusion of that incredibly intricate skin design!
I can't believe PNSO hasn't tackled Elasmosaurus by now, and if I were a betting man I would bet it's on the cards. The question is then... 2021 or 2022!
wow im really liking PNSO's naturalistic approach to these prehistoric animals. as opposed to the horror-movie/monster aesthetic embraced by rebor. great review as always btw!
Thank you! Rebor seems to offer a range of aesthetics though. There is a market for retro and horror movie I'm sure. But not to my taste.
One of the best tylosaurus figures in my opinion!
Also,cool review!
Thank you! It certainly is the best Tylosaurus I know of, and actually I forgot to mentionin my video, it's the only one I have!
Wonderful! I can't wait to get one. The mouth looks correct for a change. The upper teeth are hidden by lips as they are in most aquatic animals. Definitely not a cartoon se monster this time.
I think you are going to really like this because in hand, it looks even better with that fine skin detail and subtle colouration, and together with the plus points you listed will make a very nice package for you! 😊
Reminds me so much of Dorling Kindersley. I love it!
Oh? Which book? 😁
@@DinosDragons Any book that has the models made by them and others.
Don’t have any of the ocean going PNSO reptiles, yet.
I think that’s going to change.
I really hate that seam but, overall, this is a beautiful sculpt.
Beyond that one (major) issue, this is the finest representation of all the sea-going figures I’ve seen.
Still want the Basilosaurus and Mosasaur but this one’s first.
Their Marine life studies are just beautiful.
At this point, I think this is the one to get first, because you want to get the best paint apps and the early runs are usually the best. The Basilosaurus and Mosasaurus would already be very late runs, so I don't think putting off their purchase will be detrimental... provided they still have them at a later date!
Yeah, you know this particular sculpt is very reminiscent of the line drawings in Richard Ellis’ ‘Sea Dragons’ book or Everhart’s ‘Oceans of Kansas. Just very well done.
I, too, was put of by the seeming oversized and overly long Basilosaurus lower jaw. The rest of it looks pretty good.
Keep up the great reviews and the very necessary addition of the physiology and morphology lessons.
I have to say that I strongly prefer the anatomy and skin design of this model over the Mosasaurus model. The anatomy looks more in line with what's currently supported, while the other model looks like it has more antiquated proportions. It's also much cheaper than the older model. :) I just bought a large mosasaur fossil, and bought this model to go alongside it for display!
A year later and still no elasmosaur model. :( That would go great alongside my Zarafasaura fossil!
Yes, the older Mosasaurus was really good in its own time, but PNSO has kept evolving and this Tylosaurus certainly shows it! I wonder if PNSO has deliberately not put out the most popular usual suspects because it planned to use other models are 'test subjects' to master their technique, for example the dromaeosaurids and of course the plesiosauroids. But something tells me one is coming very very soon! For example PNSO's IG is currently running a 100 days of facts to do with marine life, and I think that might be pre-empting something 🤞 I'm dying for an Elasmosaurus!
Nice review!
Little note, there is not really a specimen of a pliosaur over 10 m so far, all estimates in that direction are based on either very fragmentary inconclusive remains and/or a misunderstanding about pliosaur proportions until rather recently.
Larger specimens probably were a thing but rather rare, similar to 7 m long saltwater crocodiles being a rare sight.
Thanks for your comment Joshua and honoured to have you here!
I took my upper estimates from McHenry's 2009 disseration as 11m. I reasoned that 1.5m longer than the 9.5m this model is based on would have translated to an additional 4cm (1.6in) on the model. About 15% longer, but volumetrically substantial. However coming from you, I am now much consoled that this is an average specimen.
By the way I love your content! You have a very good mix of different types of topics and I find I learn a lot even if I can't draw or animate to save my life. The same way Dr Witton's Handbook for Paleoartist's Handbook has taught me so much, learning how you artists think, analyze, and reconstruct adds greatly to my knowledge. Please continue to offer your valuable insight!
The pnso tylosaurus kinda looks like a scientifically accurate version of the jurassic world mosasaurus
thats because the tylosaurus is a mosasaurine
All we need is a little shark to go with!
@@gw3ns_add1ction Tylosaurus is a russellosaurin, rather than a mosasaurine. They are different lineages and quite distinct anatomically, but sadly most Mosasaurus art is based on Tylosaurus as a result of a lack of good, accessible reference material for Mosasaurus proper for artists until recently.
Very good on identity the species as T. nepaeolicus. I gave similar reasoning in a video on Some Stupid Sketch Show guy’s channel recently
Thank you! I just watched that video, and you obviously know a hell of a lot about this genus! Glad to know my guess seems aligned with your assessment! 😁
Perfect, i Would’ve also love for the kronosaurus to have that skin texture, since its almost non existent
That's true I forgot to mention that! Compared to this, Kronosaurus is actually very smooth. This Tylosaurus I think is a very good compromise between that, and exaggerated scalation which throws off believability at this scale.
Hmm my PNSO Tylosaurus has on the front of the lower jaw whitish shedding skin patch , is that normal? I didnt see it in yours.
Hmmm it's hard to say. Is it a scuff mark? Or just normal variation during the painting process. I wouldn't know unless I saw it.
Beautiful. Please please PNSO Plesiosaurs Elasamasaurs?...long necked Plesiosaurs...? Please. Xx
Seems like a glaring omission that I'm sure PNSO is cooking up plans to fill before long!
@@DinosDragons yes..they never let us down. X
This is a massive improvement.
The mouth and the skin is so superior.
Only the seamline is questionable...without it it would be perfect
Yes that is the absolute rub! Because the skin is so good with such a fine scalation, that interruption is a massive buzzkill. Ironically if it had been less perfect it would actually not be such an eyesore.
@@DinosDragons yes pnso has often very nice figures with seamlines where i think... why has that ugly thing to be there... why at all???
Because one large figure has no.
Another small has one , that could be in one pice.
Another one has a seamline at the most visible place...
And as you say, if the figures skin looks overall so good it's a shame.
And now pnso make a leviathan matching in size with the megalodon.
I wait for your review!
Then it's time for me for another resin diorama like the megalodon one.
Yes... though sadly for 1:35 they seem to be basing that on a lower estimate of 13m 😔. Seems to be a trend for them to make the smaller end of estimates for marine animals so far, while dinosaurs get more the higher end.
Do make a video of your diorama. I'm looking forward to it!
@@DinosDragons When u use a miniature in 28mm equal to 1:55 /58 it is 18-20m in a display or diorama.
Works with the Meg and the new leviathan.
PS: I shot the Sideshow Mosasaurus ua-cam.com/video/KGpSX2Ji9Hs/v-deo.html :D
I've been holding off getting the Mosasaurus because of the unrealistic shine so I'll definitely be picking this up instead! I did like the size on the Mosasaurus though, every other marine figure seems to cap out at 25cm, even for larger animals like whale sharks. I would die for a 1/43 scale shastasaurus though to rival my blue whale
Yes one of the most frustrating things can be getting models you love to be in scale with each other. Now that you mention it, I wish I'd thought of the idea of getting some extant 1:35 animals for a size comparison!
I think that it will be quite rare to see larger sizes going foward, especially as PNSO becomes aware that cost is a major factor for many collectors. A larger animal means more paintwork, sculpting, and of course shipping, so it's a tricky balance!
I get that some people might not like the shine (or the glitter!) in the PNSO Mosasaurus, and this Tylosaurus seems to be a perfect compromise!
That skin! Looks amazing. I’m with you though. That seam is unfortunate.
And the irony is it's because of how good that skin is, that any interruption to that illusion of smoothness is extra jarring 😥 Still, in time hopefully I get to forget it. I usually overlook seams so easily but this one will take some time lol!
Pnso should make a nothosaurus
I would absolutely be the first person to buy a PNSO Nothosaurus!!
i really hate that seam-line (love the review)
Ngl, me too
But, overall, the model itself is really beautiful in general
It's so unfortunate! 😥One little thing that mars an otherwise near-perfect statue. It's a little hard to overlook even for a non-perfectionist like me, and especially emphasized because of how great it otherwise looks.
Is this released yet?
Yes it's been available for order from Amazon since ten days ago.
How much does it weigh?
How many grams?
It's about 151g.
i like the price they gave this, decently sized for 40 dollars and i think its better than mosasaurus in my opinion
Certainly taken on balance, I would say this looks more realistic than the Mosasaurus, even though I still like that very much! It's one of those that you really appreciate fully when you have it in person.
I really want PNSO to release an Elasmosaurus and Quetzalcoaltus (has nothing to do with marine reptiles but flying ones)
Ah yes! I totally forgot to mention that it's about time that PNSO tackled some iconic pterosaurs! I am absolutely fascinated in the azhdarchid pterosaurs and a Quetzalcoatlus or Hatzegopteryx would be impressive (1:35 scale please!)
@@DinosDragons yes! And somehow I feel like would be better of them start to release more diverse kind of prehistoric animals such as pterosaurs and other marine reptiles, instead of more Tyrannosaurus Rex hahaha I mean I love em' I have Logan the juvenile Tyrannosaurus and Wilson, I also love the new Olorotitan that I'm buying tomorrow, also this new Tylosaurus is really beautiful, this new kind of scaly-skin looks way more natural and realistic than the Mosasaurus or Wilson's scales type of skin. But I dunno a Dimetrodon would be sick, edaphosaurus would be nice as well, I really want a Moschops some ancient amphibian like koolasuchus or some epic ancient crocodile like deinosuchus, purussaurus and/or sarcosuchus. Maybe I'm asking way too much hahaha
@@DinosDragons Ps. I love your reviews are full of info. I'm always looking up to your PNSO reviews
Is it just me or the skull of tylosaurus look big compared to mosasaurus' skull?
9.5 meters is reasonable for kronosaurus and is the most recent estimate for it's size. This is because Pliosaurs were found to have a much bigger head relative to the body then previously thought. The walking with dinosaurs liopleurodon really influenced this idea that pliosaurs were whale sized. That said kronosaurus is not a small animal and is still heavier than any mosasaur and T.rex.
Thank you for your comment! The WWD Series while amazing unfortunately found the need to exaggerate sizes and weights with superlatives. Never so disappointed when I found out the truer size estimate of Leedsichthys. I took my upper estimate of about 11m from McHenry's 2009 disseration, but again if I remind myself that this is reasonable as an average for Kronosaurus then I'm much consoled.
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Thank you! And yes, this is definitely worth it, in my opinion. I would suggest getting it earlier, as the paint applications are the best when new.
the weight is probably why it's so cheap. Better imo
Well it does feel pretty hollow! So perhaps you could save on shipping because of that. But there is a tendency to equate with weight with quality and security so some people might find it off putting. As long as the seam is strong and you don't drop it, should be fine!
The lack of an articulated jaw and that massive seamline are really off putting for me even though its a beautiful piece, also I just feel this looks cheap compared to the Mosa because of the skin texture
It's really ironic though. Seems like there are two camps when it comes to articulated jaws. Skin texture wise, it really depends on what you prefer. For something more realistic, I think you might prefer this one. But does that seam really kill the illusion of near perfection for this model!
As amazing as this figure is I personally would have prefered articulated jaw or closed mouth.. Lol even tho then the mouth details would be hidden.
Hahah well it's hard to please everybody! I personally would like it mouth open and no articulation 😁
The seam line is distracting
Unfortunately the only flaw on this excellent figure! 😐
@@DinosDragons agreed could have been perfect
i am upset with p.n.s.o. because this is such a beautiful work of art . the sculpt and paint are excellent and i love the skin texture !!!!! AND THEN THAT BIG UGLY SEEM JUST MESSES THE WHOLE FIGURE up !!!!! please fix this problem p.n.s.o. because i love these figures and have not ordered any yet but i never will until the SEEMS are all GONE . thank you
For hollow figures, there are always going to be seam lines due to how its construction. What I really hope for is for PNSO to improve its processes, because other models (also manufactured in China) have them a lot smoother and less obvious. With pressure from both Western and Chinese commentators, I am sure they're motivated to do this. They've always been good with acting on feedback in the past!