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Kenner / Hasbro Collecting => Modern Vintage Line => Topic started by: Darth More on September 25, 2020, 02:24:59 PM
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The HasbroPulse website is back up since 5 pm EST. And I think The Razor Crest is off to a good start!
Back Hasbro's second HasLab project for STAR WARS and The Vintage Collection here:
https://hasbropulse.com/collections/haslab/products/star-wars-the-vintage-collection-razor-crest
This time around there are stretch-goals at the 8,000 and 10,000 backers mark. Which bonus content and extras they include has yet to be announced.
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Being (only) 30" long and 20" wide and 10.5" tall plus the popularity if the spacecraft of the Mandalorian, I think Hasbro could release this vehicle as a regular of the TVC lineup. They could've gone with something else this time maybe a playset of the Mos Eisley Cantina or a set of 10 individual VC cards of the original 96 that are less popular for a regular release. Don't get me wrong, I'm absolutely thrilled for this announcement. And the best news of the day is that European people including the United Kingdom can support this HasLab through Zavvi this time!
https://www.zavvi.de/merchandise-action-figuren/hasbro-haslab-star-wars-the-vintage-collection-mandalorian-razor-crest-limited-edition-figur/12702183.html
What do you think?
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Even though the price of $349.99 is $150 less than the Kethanna, I would've found it fair if Hasbro gave backers more time to support the project, especially with this year being crazy and a year of pandemic. Hasbro should really pay attention that many people including parents and collectors lost their job due to COVID-19. Still their deadline is November 9, 2020.
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I'm honestly on the fence about it. It's not the money, evidently I'm not going to be buying any new figures anytime soon April at the earliest. They only "revealed" more repacks terrible ones at that.
It's big. 20x30x10 that might fit in my planned spaceport project. Barely. I'm gonna need a bigger boat. It's really detailed, and I like the removable panels, that's pretty awesome.
I just don't know. I'm just not sure about whether they'll make basic figures for this series before it ends. They claimed if it's backed they'll make enough figures to interact with it, but that should be a given and we should have more than two figures from that series. It seems like they're really pushing overpriced vehicles while neglecting figures.
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What!? Not backing this or on the fence!? What!?
Guys, this is gonna be one we all want. I pre-ordered it as soon as I got home from work. My wife about half got mad at me as I was so focused on getting the order in. LOL. Once she found out what I was doing, she was ok. I also think unlocking the tiers is gonna be fantastic too.
Here is where we are this morning:
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I feel pretty good this will get done. I so hope we get those other tiers unlocked too. I think, like the Khetanna, folks will regret not getting on this. And I have to be honest, I thought yesterday's figure announcement were the best we have had in awhile. I already pre-ordered the armourer, that new fett, and 3.75" Rex and Incinerator Trooper.
I also look for a pretty dedicated 3.75" Mandalorian Figure Wave for the forseable future.
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I'm on the fence, but hanging by my fingertips on the side of buying. It's getting backed that's not a matter of debate, and I'm pretty sure it'll hit both it's unlocks. I'm guessing one of the unlocks is a flight mode display. I wonder what the scale is, exactly. I don't know what the size of the "real" RC is, so I can't calculate it. It's not 1/18, but it's pretty close. You can tell by the cockpit, and the side door is much bigger in comparison to the "real" one. I'm guessing somewhere around 1/25, which is better than the Slave1 and Falcon which come out to 1/48, 1/3 out of scale.
For me, it's a matter of whether I can fit it on my display. I had planned on making the docking bay this weekend, purpose fit for the Slave I, but now I want that Razor Crest parked in there. However I would need to make it bigger, from 24"x30 to at least 30"x48". Which means I'll have to add another table.
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Yeah, I think it will hit both unlocks too.
I will also say I have been out of space for a few years, but I am gonna make space for this one. I think I just might start a HasLabl SW shelf.
I can't even imagine how good your docking bay would look with the Razor Crest on it surrounded by all those awesome storage containers and mechs and Stormtroopers you have. Can't you just see a docking bay display like that with your Stormies ready to open fire with the gantry on the Crest coming down? I think your set up is just perfect for it. ()rr
Almost at 5,000!
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It's officially backed! Within 24 hours. They could have made this mainline for sure. The Falcon repack is bigger and more expensive than this.
You're right Tamer it would look cool in my port. When I get it, I'll get it through your links. Do you need a Pulse account to buy?
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Do you need a Pulse account to buy?
I think you do. Its just Hasbro Toy Shop with a new name imo.
Yepper we are already at this:
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Now, if we can get to 8,000 we can get this:
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As of this morning. I think for sure we are gonna unlock that first tier:
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As of early this morning:
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Thinking first tier unlock this week sometime.
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Did another check this morning:
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Bet we unlock that first goal before the day is over!
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I called it, it is backed with the first tier. The second stretch goal has be unveiled and its on the front pages.
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I went ahead and got it. Not because of Baby Yoda. I'm pretty cheap so it's hard to crowbar my wallet open for 350 clams, but it's worth it. I don't regret passing on the Barge, mainly because when that was announced I was in the middle of building a Jabbas palace custom fit for my shelf. I couldn't trash it for something I have no room for. This is smaller and more manageable, and the details are nuts.
P.s. You don't need a Pulse account. Apparently.
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I figured you were going to get one JDeck.
Looks like a lot of folks are jumping on board now. Hope so. I am think we have at least one more unlock and hoping its some carbonite figures.
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More unlocks would be welcomed, but I'm not getting my hopes too high. With or without the extra goodies it's still awesome. Seems like they set the bar way low and didn't expect the reaction. It was funded the first day or so. The barge it took quite a while, but this is different.
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I am thinking this Child unlock will be done by next week sometime:
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I too think they didn't realize the demand for this. Hopefully this will show Hasbro they can do some larger regular release and perhaps save HasLab for some truly obsure or ever hard to get onto the main line items like a Tantive IV or Star Destroyer or a AT-AT Drop LAAT or AT-OT.
Still I am sure not whining like some folks about their choice this time out. Some folks I read on FB are absolutely flaming they chose this as the next HasLab.
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Yeah the pace is slowing, but it's still steady.
You give people the opportunity to complain they will not pass it up. I have a friend who works in a complaint department, I couldn't do it. Lol. I mainly just complain about bad repacks and carbonized TVC. Outside of that I'm at worst neutral on.
Honestly I'm not a huge fan of the show. It's great quality, the last two episodes were phenomenal though. It's a good choice. It's a great model quality ship and the scale isn't off too badly. It's definitely the best detailed ship yet, maybe with the exception of the Barge. But that's a ship and a playset.
The internet was expecting a Dagobah playset, and when it didn't happen they said Hasbro changed their mind at the last minute because of Youtube comments. I don't think that's how it works.
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Over 9,000 as of this morning:
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And yes, I don't think thats how Hasbro works either. I think with all the negative comments they have endured over the years, their skin is pretty tough.
I did keep hearing rumors of this being offered as a main line item and something else for the Lab, but that is neither here nor there now. I am glad we have this.
Frankly I think the Mandalorian is the only show keeping the entire SW Franchise above water right now. Rogue One was good, Han Solo was ok, but man those postquels. I think Hasbro is smart picking the winning show right now.
About the only other thing they could do is go full on The Clone Wars from that last season, but man I guess Disney must have said no to that.
And yes, I couldn't work in a complaint department either. Just couldn't stand it and would have tried to constantly reason with trolls.
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Getting closer to that second unlock.
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I think today is the day for that second unlock:
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The hard copy reveal was awesome:
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I am trying to download some high rez images now from the reveal, but the big news is we are gonna get a new tier 3 unlock at least (sounded like maybe even more) that will be revealed some time next week.
I will try to post the gallery on google or FB if I can get it to download. Its at 881MB and still going. I bet its TIFs I hate tiffs!
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Ok, I stand corrected, they are all MP4s. All vids. Not sure if they are anything we haven't seen from the reveal on Friday or not.
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Ok, there are nine videos I am uploading to our YouTube Channel:
http://www.youtube.com/user/theimperialshipyards
Give us a subscribe and some likes if you don't mind. I so need to use this channel more.
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I figure everyone has heard by now, but just in case there are two new tiers to unlock by Novmeber 9th! One unlocks at 15,000 and the other at 17,000
We are three shy of 14,000 as of this posting:
https://hasbropulse.com/collections/haslab/products/star-wars-the-vintage-collection-razor-crest
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Just about one week left and here is where we are at:
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I bet we get to that fourth tier, but its gonna probably be a stretch to get that Jawa. I might be wrong. You always have folks who wait till the last minute.
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Unlocked! Man, the numbers really jumped last night.
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Just checked back at 18,490 units backed! Wow, now I'm quite optimistic we'll even reach 20k by the end of Monday...Sooogaa - the Jawa is secured! I'm impressed & happy.
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Yepper, just noticed this myself this morning. I figure it will hit 20,000 before today is over.
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The Razor Crest broke the 22k mark 12 hours before the backing ends. A new record of backed units at HasLab!
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Update: It made another jump of 1,000 backers within an hour! Are we going to reach 25,000 or even 30k by the end of the day?!
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I belong to the people who pre-order the Crest on the last day...let's see what happens. I wonder if the count will be added immediately when I place my order at Zavvi. Since I doubt that, I assume that the number will make another big jump shortly before the countdown ends.
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28,243 backers. Wow! Think this firmly entrenched HasLab? ;D
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Haslab is actually advantageous for us in the US. We're buying directly from Hasbro, cutting out the retail middleman. Those overseas are paying the retail price. The $500 price BBTS wants would be the price at retail, as opposed to 350. I wish everything was like that, just order directly from Hasbro. I'd take it all day with mustard
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Good point about getting it directly from Hasbro
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I was hoping Hasbro Pulse would be more like that. You pay an annual fee to pay retail, but free shipping. I don't really get it. Ideally, you shouldbe able to at least get full cases at wholesale prices. Of course that would kill online retailers.
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Yeah, it would be nice if Pulse Premium got you more than free shipping. I did see they were doing a Black Friday sale with an ok percentage off, but getting the figures for the same prices they sell em to the etailers and retailers would have been nice. Guess we just don't buy in enough quantity to ever get a deal like that.
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I still don't get which advantage HasbroPulse brings. The idea itself is brilliant, but Hasbro deliver WAY too few extras for this much money!
By the way, what's up with the Razor Crest we all backed? I can't remember any update since the major success of this project. Did anyone hear anything new surrounding the current HasLab? Didn't Hasbro say they would bring more updates since they actually put some silver paint on their prototype? Mind-boggling...
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Hasbro Pulse Premium, besides free shipping, does give you early access to some things when they go up for order for the first time or when they get things back in stock they give you an early window to order.
I haven't heard anything about my Crest yet, still that was pretty much the case with the Barge till they started shipping.
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I'm really excited for the next fan event this coming Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
My guesses are:
- announcement of TVC Princess Leia (A New Hope) to add to the Taintive IV hallway playset.
- reveal of the new Nevarro Cantina Playset. carded pack-in figure: Greef Karga (Season 1)
- new vehicles & beasts? TVC Bespin Cloud Car, TVC Speeder Bike or a Blurgg (I wish at least one of them comes true...)
Also a friend of mine just called me because he cannot find his pre-order of the Razor Crest on Zavvi. Mine is still listed though...
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I can't even remember when these are supposed to start shipping. When was the last time we had an update. I need to go look and see if there is anything recently that was posted.
Man I hope you are right about that TVC Cloud Car.
I wonder if it will be any different than the one they gave us back for the anniversary of TESB? I have that one and it was great. They released it back with the Snowspeeer. You know, back in the day when you could actually see a vehicle or two in the 3.75" line.
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Yesterday, my buddy and I received an email by Zavvi to inform us that The Razor Crest is supposed to be delivered by the end of January. It's Interesting that we get notified the week before Christmas when the Crest was supposed to be delivered by the end of November...
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That's cool you're getting shipping notifications. Haven't gotten any through pulse. I can wait. I have some ideas to do some toy photography with it. I got some equipment coming soon. Hopefully the Maldo Kries figure comes in the same time. I should have gotten the TBS one too. Oh well.
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I sure haven't received any word on mine yet. That is good news though.
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Zavvi sent a second update to their European customers via email today. It says that they're working hard on shipping those orders as soon as possible. They also refer to the status on my account, which hasn't changed. Even the shipping method is unknown now. Back when the Razor Crest could be backed, there was only their cheap shipping method available, which was 2,99€. I ordered once from Zavvi and chose that option and my Retro game with Tarkin came in a plastic bag. So I pray that the Razor Crest will be shipped properly.
It's good to hear something from Zavvi even though it brought nothing new. According from their last update from December 20, 2021 the Crest is supposed to be delivered by the end of January.
I suppose that many customers contacted Zavvi for details. That might be the reason why they keep everyone updated now.
Fingers crossed for ya all! Let's hope the best for our Crest!
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Been hearing itchings of people who have posted pics of it in there possession and with tunghori selling figures from the set all of this feels like it could ship soon. Hope it makes it in time…
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Been hearing itchings of people who have posted pics of it in there possession and with tunghori selling figures from the set all of this feels like it could ship soon. Hope it makes it in time…
Can confirm on TUNGHORI rumor - his website has the razorcrest figure selling now.
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That is good news. No email from Hasbro yet on mine.
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Can confirm on TUNGHORI rumor - his website has the razorcrest figure selling now.
Yes, TungHori sold and re-listed the Razor Crest Mando. I shared it here (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=6995.msg227492#msg227492). And wonder if he's going to list the "chrome"/vac-metallized pram for Grogu as well...
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Feels like it could ship soon. Hope it makes it in time…
I'm sure the containers with the Razor Crests shipped out 2-3 months ago. It's just that they've been sitting on ships for some weeks now waiting to be unloaded. There certainly were some delays in Q4/2021 so it was likely not possible/affordable for Hasbro to ship them before the Christmas stuff.
I suppose the first units will show up here in Europe 1-2 weeks from now. Let's see. We've been waiting for so long now, I just hope they'll arrive in good condition, that's all that matters to me.
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Sure hope those cases of Crests aren't getting damaged in those sitting ships.
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Here's the message I sent to Zavvi's customer service. Usually they answer as if they hadn't even read it, so I'm curious what the flux generator spills out this time...
Dear Sir or Madam,
I'm patiently waiting for my orders 249------- and 249------. Thank you for your notification about the approximate delivery at the end of January 2022.
When I ordered both items: "Hasbro HasLab Star Wars Razor Crest Vintage Collection" there was no other shipping method than your cheapest one for 2,99€ available. I ordered from you once and my experience was abysmal. So how are these items shipped? I hope they will arrive in an extra shipper and well packed in a box instead of a plastic bag this time. If not I'd like to upgrade the shipping method, which wasn't provided at checkout.
Most important to me is that both items arrive undamaged.
Thank you very much & best regards from Germany.
Philipp
And here is their answer which I already received a couple hours later:
Hi Philipp,
Thanks for getting in touch about your order.
I'm sorry to let you know that we still haven't been able to dispatch this for you.
Having checked the stock system we have a 31/03/2022 Release date for these at the moment.
Unfortunately due to data protection, we are unable amend any placed order so we can't upgrade the delivery method either.
Apologies for the delay and the inconvenience this may be causing you and if you want to cancel your order at any time, please get in touch and a member of our team will be happy to help.
Thanks,
Roland
Zavvi Team
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LOL. I bet they won't respond. Good for you to try and do some pre-emptive work though.
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I actually received a quick response after 2 hours and it sounds as if they even understood my matter!
Hi Philipp,
Thanks for getting in touch about your order.
I'm sorry to let you know that we still haven't been able to dispatch this for you.
Having checked the stock system we have a 31/03/2022 Release date for these at the moment.
Unfortunately due to data protection, we are unable amend any placed order so we can't upgrade the delivery method either.
Apologies for the delay and the inconvenience this may be causing you and if you want to cancel your order at any time, please get in touch and a member of our team will be happy to help.
Thanks,
Roland
Zavvi Team
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Well at least they responded even though they couldn't do anything.
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Thanks for sharing this Philipp I will get this on the front pages.
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Everyone else get the email to make sure their shipping address is correct?
Looks like we have till the 21st to check it and get it straight.
"STAR WARS RAZOR CREST BACKERS!
The time is ALMOST here!! Our teams are prepping for the arrival of the Star Wars Razor Crest products at our warehouse so we can start shipping this incredible vehicle to all of you. But before we do that, we want to make sure we have the correct shipping address listed on your order and give you a chance to make any necessary changes before it heads your way.
You have until the end of the day on Friday January 21, 2022 to update your shipping address through Hasbro Pulse. Incorrect shipping information could impact the receipt of your item. Don't let it happen to you!
To update your information, login to your Hasbro Pulse account (or create one if you checked out as a guest using the email used to place the order!) to find your Star Wars Razor Crest order and make sure your shipping address is correct. If you have any questions, please feel free to Contact Us.
Shortly after the January 21 cutoff, you may be seeing a tracking number generated when we create the shipping labels, but please don’t be alarmed if you don’t see movement right away. Rest assured, as soon as your item officially ships, you will receive a shipping confirmation email from us.
Is your shelf ready??
Thanks!
- Hasbro Pulse"
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Yep, I got one of those also, Shawn.
We are cutting it close. I’ll keep my fingers crossed.
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Makes me wonder if Zavvi is still going to ship them out here in Europe at the end of January as they said in their first email. The latest reply I shared with you above says they're shipping at the end of March. Very interesting. Fingers crossed for all American & Canadian backers! At least your Crests are handled by Hasbro themselves. I don't trust Zavvi.
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Makes me wonder if Zavvi is still going to ship them out here in Europe at the end of January as they said in their first email. The latest reply I shared with you above says they're shipping at the end of March. Very interesting. Fingers crossed for all American & Canadian backers! At least your Crests are handled by Hasbro themselves. I don't trust Zavvi.
Seems like you folk in Europe generally get screwed over totally in this hobby.
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Seems like you folk in Europe generally get screwed over totally in this hobby.
On point as you always are, RC.
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Look what showed up in my in box overnight!
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Nice! Comes in handy that Chris of the brand team unboxed the Crest in front of his camera and put it on YouTube 16 hours ago:
Star Wars The Vintage Collection Razor Crest Unboxed!
Guess he didn't want to miss to be the first one to unbox it and share it online.
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Looks like my Crest from Zavvi is on the way...fingers crossed it won't arrive crushed.
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Nice, I was glad mine showed up safe and sound.
Let us know what shape it arrives in.
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Well, I expected the worst after my first experience with Zavvi, but FedEx and DHL delivered the precious cargo in overall good shape.
Here are some details:
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The shipper was sliced twice and even went through, BUT didn't reach the box fortunately!
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Whew! Probably got worried when you first saw the cut box.
Glad it wasn't damaged inside. Nice. Thanks for sharing.
Off to share on the front pages.
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Nice to see yours arrived safely. Mine was delivered on Canada and I'm still working its way here.
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So glad yours showed up intact! That is good news for you and others. Mine came just fine here in the States, though one of the rear landing gear hatches broke upon moving it. Fortunately, I'm enough of a customizer I just fixed it and you can't tell there was any damage. My kids love it and so do I - its full of Alliance troopers right now:)
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Remember folks right now Hasbro customer service is replacing boxes and some of the broken parts you are finding. Let them get you a new one if it arrives damaged or something breaks early on.
We have all paid a lot of money for this to arrive and be in good condition.
I have a funny feeling those replacement parts are made of better plastic than the regular runs too.
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I'm glad your Razor Crest is in good condition.
The outer packaging has been through a lot.
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Yes, me too! And hopefully I'll find some time to put it on display this coming Holiday.
Yesterday, Victoria from Victoria's Cantina (https://www.youtube.com/@VictoriasCantina) shared an update of her Razor Crest with all the latest figures that we got from the show. I find it really refreshing to take a look what Hasbro already gave us for The Mandalorian in The Vintage Collection. I mean it's quite A LOT and I doubt The Black Series will ever get the Razor Crest done. 3D printing for the win!
VC's The Mandalorian Razor Crest Shelf Display (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmOz24Cfi3c)
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Yeah, TVC is getting the Mandalorian Figures.
Hope that trend continues when the new series is out.
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I'm absolutely positive that it will! So looking forward to Season 3. O0
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I'm absolutely positive that it will! So looking forward to Season 3. O0
Its the only thing keeping me going since I didn't like Andor. Guess we get Bad Batch; I mean Omega gets into antics.
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Remember folks right now Hasbro customer service is replacing boxes and some of the broken parts you are finding. Let them get you a new one if it arrives damaged or something breaks early on.
We have all paid a lot of money for this to arrive and be in good condition.
I have a funny feeling those replacement parts are made of better plastic than the regular runs too.
I saw a box of the Razor Crest recently which was sold for 89€/$91. Just for the box. Nice win if the seller got it for free replaced by Hasbro's generous consumer service...
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Kinda hoping we get some new HasLab with the latest season of the Mandalorian.
Surely they don't need a HasLab to give us his current ship?
And yeah, the Razor Crests go for huge money on the secondary market just like the Khetanna.
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Kinda hoping we get some new HasLab with the latest season of the Mandalorian.
Surely they don't need a HasLab to give us his current ship?
And yeah, the Razor Crests go for huge money on the secondary market just like the Khetanna.
We did, and it almost ended too soon during the Ahsoka show to unlock all tier goals.
Let's hope the next one will give us some further world-building like the Mos Eisley Cantina.
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Like many I'm a big fan of the Crest's design. Just found this video on YouTube with all scenes of the Razor Crest. I so need to get my sample out of the box.
The Mandalorian: Razor Crest supercut by Geek Cinema[/color] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFZd43ASyYM)
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I hope in the new series we see him find a new version of this. I mean the Naboo Starfighter is ok, but he needs a LAAT type ship too. Still wonder why they blew it up. I also look for him to get some type of Slave I too.