I personally believe this is the best of the three SHFiguarts Zoro figures.
The articulation in the limbs is very high, and the shoulder joints allow him to strike various classic special move poses. The leg articulation is also relatively the highest, with horizontal swivel joints at the boots, a feature many SHFiguarts figures lack, but this version of Zoro includes it. Additionally, the waist sash is a separate soft plastic piece, which not only conceals gaps when the back is bent but also enhances articulation flexibility.
What I appreciate most are the three swords hanging at his waist. This version handles them the best; the three scabbards are already fixed together and simply need to be inserted into a circular peg at the waist. In contrast, the New World version requires attaching them to a belt, and the live-action version requires threading each sword through a plastic loop. This version is the easiest to install and most convenient for posing.
In terms of articulation, this Old World Ver. is the best. The New World version's lower body is hindered by a long robe, making the legs almost immobile; you have to buy a DLC fabric skirt to get any leg articulation. The live-action version has very poor overall articulation, which becomes clear once you've handled it.
Regarding paint application, this one feels most faithful to the original. Although it's from the anime like the New World version, there are differences in hair and skin tone. I personally find this version most to my liking, with the most accurate appearance and expressions. The live-action version is also quite realistic, but the skin tone is a bit odd, leaning pale, and it only comes with one interchangeable head with no other expressions. This Old World version, however, has the most interchangeable expressions.
The heads of the old and new anime versions are believed to use the same mold and face-swapping system, as their interchangeable expressions can be swapped, though the skin and hair colors won't match, which is different from Luffy.
This Zoro also comes with an interchangeable Luffy face, which pairs well for play. The Straw Hat Crew's Old World version has finally released three members, just like the New World version also has three. When will we finally be able to assemble a complete Straw Hat main crew?
