30 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Syma 107 from Superstition Hobbies: Great Value!,
July 7, 2011 Razmataz (Midwestern US, Terra Firma) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: S107G 3 Channel Mini Indoor Co-Axial Metal RC Helicopter w/ Built in Gyroscope (Red & Yellow) Set of 2 (Toy)
What a learning experience! In May I ordered an S107 from (another reseller here) but it arrived "dead on arrival" (couldn't power the remote, also had visible build flaws - and many other Amazon reviewers said theirs were DOA, too). Amazon's buyer protection is great: I packed up the defect, printed return label, sent back, full refund. Yet, I knew others were enjoying their Syma copters and I saw fun web vids showing S107 in action - beautiful flights.
Worth a retry! Jaded but smarter, I searched enthusiasts' blogs. One photo-packed blog claimed some counterfeit S107s were being sold but they recommended buying from Amazon reseller "Superstition Hobbies" who sells the genuine Syma products and replacement parts. I took the bait, ordered this paired set from that reseller (plus spare rotor blades which I know can eventually wear a bit).
SUCCESS! Two gorgeous S107s, fly beautifully, have tremendous build quality, superb power, nicely maneuverable as they...Read more
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
A gift, but looks tough and impressive,
November 1, 2011 Louis Coniglio (Georgia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: S107G 3 Channel Mini Indoor Co-Axial Metal RC Helicopter w/ Built in Gyroscope (Red & Yellow) Set of 2 (Toy)
I actually purchased these as gifts. The pricing and practicality of a 2 unit set is pretty tough to beat. I tried them out though, and they work well. The metal frames look like they can handle a bit of abuse, and I think these will be a hit. My nephew had an Air Hogs RC helicopter a couple years back and the plastic body on that one did not hold up well, plus the price for ones on the shelves in big box stores are much higher. Go for these- fantastic deal.
Update: 11/27/2011- I saw these in action after giving these as gifts. These fly very well, and the metal frame does indeed hold up to light abuse as the flying technique is being mastered- believe me, it's fairly tricky (at least at first). The helicopters have little blinking lights which helps to make them visible. On further observation, these are quality toys, and the fact that replacement parts are available from the manufacturer (and here on Amazon) means they will be in service for a good long time...Read more
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Mini indoor helicopter,
December 7, 2011 Kim T-W - See all my reviews
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This review is from: S107G 3 Channel Mini Indoor Co-Axial Metal RC Helicopter w/ Built in Gyroscope (Red & Yellow) Set of 2 (Toy)
This is our whole family's favorite toy. It's the perfect gift for anyone over 10 years old. We love our helicopters!
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