karamazov80 Posted January 10, 2012 Author Share Posted January 10, 2012 That's fairly recent! I didn't know that, though. Thanks for posting Harley. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handsomedevil Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 I got my Flex-Pay notice on my Nicholson Joker! I cannot wait to get that figure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garrison Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 I got my Flex-Pay notice on my Nicholson Joker! I cannot wait to get that figure! I got mine as well! I can't wait to see both Keaton Bats and Jack's Joker standing side by side with each other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handsomedevil Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 I have (thusfar) gone villains-only, but that Keaton Batman has me tempted... But if I buy that, I know I will have to justify Reeve Superman... and then every other hero I've passed on... This is a dangerous hobby! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkeye's Junk Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 (edited) lol, go for it. The Reeve Superman is an awesome fig. I'm hoping the Batman and Joker fill on Bigbadtoystore soon. I got the 1\6 Cap and the Knight Rider vehicle waiting in the loot. Edited January 12, 2012 by Hawkeye's Junk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garrison Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 I have (thusfar) gone villains-only, but that Keaton Batman has me tempted... But if I buy that, I know I will have to justify Reeve Superman... and then every other hero I've passed on... This is a dangerous hobby! Hawkeye is right, the Christopher Reeve Superman is awesome! I still can't get over how much the head sculpt looks like him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karamazov80 Posted January 13, 2012 Author Share Posted January 13, 2012 Hot Toys Mark I 2.0 pics and specs released. Not much to justify re-upping if you have the earlier release IMO--better paint work, new sculpt (looks like a modification of the Mech Test sculpt), flame thrower and missiles: Wacky 3 inch hologram version as the exclusive accessory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luke314pi Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 It was hard to improve on the original, which is the figure that drew me into 1/6 scale figures in the first place. I am glad they didn't change it too much. Mine is still my favorite figure in my collection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattallica Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 my cap fig should be here next week, very excited :biggrin: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dj87 Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 that likeness is wonderful, but no where near beat-up enough for a MkI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karamazov80 Posted January 13, 2012 Author Share Posted January 13, 2012 Yeah, the sculpt is so specific to this figure--you can't use it for any other bash--so you would think they would go balls out and make him look dirty and sweaty like in the movie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youbastards Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 Definitely picking this up, as I missed the MK 1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youbastards Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 Looks like the Mk 1 (2.0) is up for pre-order on Sideshow, $220 for the exclusive version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkeye's Junk Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 I will be ordering this one too. Missed out on original release. This explains the recent crop that have been showing up on ebay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handsomedevil Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 Although I'm glad to get a second chance at a few older releases, this 2.0 stuff is BS. They're cashing in, but part of the reason I pay $200 for a figure is because it is a limited run! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youbastards Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 Although I'm glad to get a second chance at a few older releases, this 2.0 stuff is BS. They're cashing in, but part of the reason I pay $200 for a figure is because it is a limited run! I don't see what the big deal is on the re-releases. None of the figures re-released so far have been 100% identical to the previous release, and I don't blame HT for wanting to get some of the secondary cash that is being thrown around for these things. They are active on the forums, so they know what is in demand and what is bringing big bucks on eBay. Plus, there has been the recent 'bootleg' issue, and HT may be able to curb that by re-releasing figures that are in demand enough to be bootlegged. I buy the figures because I want them in my collection, the idea that the value may go up is a benefit that I didn't factor into the purchase in the first place, and can't be upset about it if that doesn't happen. My biggest problem with the Freaks board is that it seems sometimes like more people buy these because they think it is some sort of status symbol or 'sure thing' investment than because they actually enjoy having the figure in their collection. (btw, none of those comments are directed at you, handsomedevil!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handsomedevil Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 No worries, YB. I understand your point. I also buy these because I want them in my collection; however in my mind I rationalize the big expense for a "toy/piece of plastic" with the knowledge that it will hold it's initial value. 2.0 reissues (*cough*and broken PERS systems*cough*) jeopardize that value or appreciation. That being said, why don't they do an Aliens Corporal Hicks 2.0 that actually looks like Michael Biehn? I'd buy THAT in a heartbeat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youbastards Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 Yeah, if they revisit the Aliens marines with the level of attention they currently use, I would be all over those! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karamazov80 Posted January 14, 2012 Author Share Posted January 14, 2012 That being said, why don't they do an Aliens Corporal Hicks 2.0 that actually looks like Michael Biehn? I'd buy THAT in a heartbeat! Supposedly he's not keen on allowing use of his likeness (though it seems like it was obtained for a NECA/McFarlane type figure years ago). But I'm with you. I've got some of the older Aliens figures, but would happily upgrade to newer ones if they were made available. As for the updates, for better or worse, that's HT's modus operandi at this point. So, best to just expect it with anything you buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkeye's Junk Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 Hey Guys, I won a Wolverine auction today. How do you tell if its the bootleg or not? Any tips so that i can check out when i get it? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karamazov80 Posted January 15, 2012 Author Share Posted January 15, 2012 Check out the Hot Toys Wolverine thread at Sideshow Freaks. Hot Toys actually posted on their facebook so that you could tell some of the differences, and it is covered in that thread somewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youbastards Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 I just got an email from Sideshow stating that IG-88 is shipping! The final production pix look amazing!!! There are pix/unboxing videos of '89 Batman too, kinda starting to regret cancelling it, but gotta stick to my guns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karamazov80 Posted January 17, 2012 Author Share Posted January 17, 2012 (edited) Looks pretty good, but. . .I'm not a hardcore enough Star Wars fan to go after a figure so expensive of a guy that just sort of stands around and turns his head in one scene in Empire Strikes Back I do own the Kubrick version, though Burton Batman is a must buy, though. Edited January 17, 2012 by karamazov80 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handsomedevil Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 Burton Batman is a must buy, though. ...must...resist... I did get an email that my first Flex Pay installment was charged for Nicholson Joker. The anticipation is KILLING me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Webhead Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 I've got some big time BBTS loot coming in the near future...Reeves Superman, Captain America, Nicholson Joker and Keaton Batman. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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