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Kenner / Hasbro Collecting => Legacy, Build a Droid, and Vintage Line => Topic started by: B.R. Steel on February 12, 2010, 06:52:20 PM
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From Hasbro's press release:
"Additionally fans are also encouraged to collect five of the marked figures in the new vintage lineup to send away for their very own “Rocket Firing” BOBA FETT action figure, identically styled after the 1980 mail-away figure."
I'm pretty stoked about this!
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This is good news, I have a Shaw rocket Fett today but I love the idea of this one as a mail-a-way and will be after 2 atleast.
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I'll be getting multiples of this figure too. I wonder if additional funds will be required besides what I'm assuming are 5 POPs.
Man, the time I must have spent as a kid looking at the concept for this figure on the backs of my vintage cards as a kid.
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This is good news. I need to see if I can find a link, let alone a pic of this thing. I guess the official press release didn't have one of those. Still, that is great news. I have always wanted one. Boy I hope they release a Slave One to sit him in!
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Here's a link to the press release:
http://www.hasbro.com/corporate/media/press-releases/HASBRO-STAR-WARS-2010-TOY-LINE-CAPTURES-THE-EXCITEMENT-AND-ADVENTURE-OF-POPULAR-STAR-WARS-THE-CLONE-WARS-ANIMATED-SERIES.cfm
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I hate to be the gloomy gus but I have absolutly no interest in this. It's neat they did it but for me its a couple of years too late, 2 years ago I would have been all over it, now I am just tired of Boba, I love the figs I have, but don't want anymore.
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I've seen the pics and they are marvelous...same Kenner sculpt, 5 pts of articulation, even the weapon is spot on retro.
I'm getting a couple of these for sure.
Great marketing idea Hasbro!
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Here is the pic from Hasbros slide
Looks great to me.
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I'm downright giddy about this.
It's actually a great marketing ploy on Hasbro's part. I think it'll really help them dial in on the numbers of the "old school" type collector base. Heck, this figure is one of the premier holy grails of the vintage line. Not that there won't be some overlap in collector interest; but I'm doubting too many 8 year kids will be sending off for this figure as soon as they can.
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I am all over this one like white on rice, I love the idea and it would be cool if it shows up in a vintage era type mailer box.
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Yeah, now I don't have to come up with $20,000 for a "Kenner" manufactured specimen. I really dig this.
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No, the original Kenner rocket Fetts were never sold or distributed to the public, and the rocket on the production versions was not "launchable" so yours is 99.9999% not a Rocket Fett.
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Mike,
What you would need to look at is the rocket pack--specifically the presence of a firing mechanism. You'll find that it probably ain't there. Reconsgt knows his stuff. It's highly unlikely you have this on your old one.
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Post a pic and I can tell you with 100% certanty what you have,
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cool man I appreciate it. I don't know what this is. It's different than the regular Boba Fett. It looks like the rocket shoots out, but with no firing mechanism. I don't know. I am still trying to figure out this new camera. I am behind in my pictures.
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If there is no slot cut into the back pack it is not a rocket fett, there were 2 types a J and an L slot
pic courtesy of theSWCA
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Mine looks just like that, but no mechanism. On the back of his leg it says "copyright sign-C.P.G. 1979. The rocket looks like it should shoot out too.
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yours is the mass released Fett, still a nice fig to have in your collection. There are many "variants" all depending on country of origin and paint apps, plastic tone and so on.
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Nice pics on that holy grail firing rocket fett, Wayne. I have a loose mint version of the Mass produced one that Custom Cloner gave me that looks just like the new mail away, minus the firing rocket, of course.
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This mail away will make a fine addition to my carded wall and then another to be in my collection.
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isn't it awesome how back in the day the rocket firing mechanism was completely scrapped out of choking hazard fears... and yet now we have so many rocket firing doo-dads with the figures that it is insanity?! and yet they are JUST NOW going back and re-releasing this figure.
Is it just me or has hasbro suddenly decided that fan's matter?
oh... and I'll be getting one of these for my fett collection... I still need an original vintage one though...
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Nowaday all the kid's have to worry about is if the firing rocket is made out of lead! Even Superman couldn't see it coming. You'll shoot your eye out kid. And as for Habro thinking the fans and collectors matter? I would say they do about 50%. I seen some of the pictures for the vintage collection. Alot of stuff they are trying to "slide" by us. I hope the Boba Fett redemption sticker is easily removeable from the packaging.
I know one figure I want the most this year is that Darth Maul Visionaries figure. Sucks that it will be an exclusive. I hate exclusives. I do see that it will be available on Hasbroshop.com. Guess I will have to start online shopping now.
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I wonder if this will have an effect on the pricing of the true authentic versions. It would be nice to see them drop down to a more affordable price range (yeah, right).
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sweet he comes with the vintage blaster too!
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me i'm diggin it just because i like that hasbro can but kenner couldn't shoot the missle. i don't normally go for the mail in stuff but this'll work
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I think the sales of this will be over the top. I just hope they release an army builder of some sort in the vintage line so carded guys like me don't have to buy five unwanted figs to get this, let alone if I decide I want two.
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In this picture, the rocket looks too long to fit completely within the jetpack. Plus, I'm thinking there are minimum size restrictions on projectiles fired from toys. I wonder if this might be a case where TWO rockets are shipped--one that can be fired and one that simply plugs into the top to create the proper look.
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Oops. Maybe I should have done a little research before I posted my last post. Anyway...here is some information from jeditemplearchives.com:
PACKAGING
The original Boba Fett mailaway was sent out in a plain white mailer box. The box itself was really only large enough to hold the figure in a plastic baggie. The new version will also ship in a plain white mailer box. But in this case it will be on a Vintage style basic figure card that ships within a significantly larger white mailer box.
ACCESSORIES
This version of Boba Fett features the same accessories as the vintage Boba Fett. It includes the same blaster that came with the Kenner Boba Fett figure. Also included is a non-firing rocketpack plug that is a reproduction of the vintage rocket. And a new accessory is a larger rocket that DOES fire from the rocketpack and also adheres to product safety standards.
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Sweet intel. Thanks.
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I wonder if this will have an effect on the pricing of the true authentic versions. It would be nice to see them drop down to a more affordable price range (yeah, right).
i belong to mattels site, i've been collecting old redlines for a long time now, the new releases have not affected the prices of the old ones so i doubt that these will, buyers beware though because people will try to pass these off as originals
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I wonder if this will have an effect on the pricing of the true authentic versions. It would be nice to see them drop down to a more affordable price range (yeah, right).
i belong to mattels site, i've been collecting old redlines for a long time now, the new releases have not affected the prices of the old ones so i doubt that these will, buyers beware though because people will try to pass these off as originals
Plus, a true, original rocket firing Fett is so rare, in most collector's minds it would still be extremely desirable. I have to think that after this is released ebay might have a few "originals" up for bid. I've never used the boil-and-pop method on a vintage figure. But if it worked, replacing the legs of the new Fett with those of an old might make some people believe a fake is real. Just a word of warning for you Vintage guys out there, even if an "original rocket firing Fett" is going for a few hundred dollars, be very skeptical about biting.
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I was disappointed with it as a child, and am pretty sure I will still be now as an adult.... or maybe i am just older...
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I'll be sending away for two of thesse, I remember having one was a kid but it got lost in the many moves around the world ( my Dad was in the Navy). I never had any of the big toys as a kid, My Mum would never let me get the Jabba the hut from Jedi. She never like him, But now that I'm older I have two jabba's ;D, I'd like to see A retooled Tauntaun Would be really neat. Aswell as a retooled Jabba. Any way I like the throw back fett, Got to have him. Thanks to Wookiepedia for the tautaun pic.
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I will try to get at least one perhaps two of these as I so hope they give us an army builder we can use.
As for the taun taun they have, in a previous q and a thread, said that we will get a taun taun pack. I need to go back through the q and a thread and see where it is as that would make a good follow up.
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I was disappointed with it as a child, and am pretty sure I will still be now as an adult.... or maybe i am just older...
Care to elaborate? You didn't like the original vintage (kind of an oxymoron term isn't it?) Boba Fett figure?
Regardless, I think as an adult your expectations will be more realistic than those of a child. If you don't expect any more than you see, or a rocket that shoots 15 feet, I think you'll be happy with it. ;)
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I think it is a cool nod to the older generation collectors (no offense intended) but for those of us who started collecting long after these figures were gone it isn't much of a draw. Still I have always kind of wanted a vintage fett for my collection.
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Because I don't have time to read through 3 pages, do we know if this figure will be available in the UK? I know the mail away offer is only for US and Canada, but Nahdar Vebb was on shelves in the UK as a standard figure.
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I think it is a cool nod to the older generation collectors (no offense intended) but for those of us who started collecting long after these figures were gone it isn't much of a draw. Still I have always kind of wanted a vintage fett for my collection.
Maybe I'm giving Hasbro too much credit, but I think what you said is actually the point. Redemption numbers of this vintage Fett would give Hasbro a good feel for a very specific collecting demographic. Done right, with the redemption numbers of an entirely different era figure (Nahdar Vebb), Hasbro could really narrow in on what constitutes the collecting/consumer community as a whole.
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Again, will this be available in the UK as a standard figure or will I have to pay a ton on ebay?
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Again, will this be available in the UK as a standard figure or will I have to pay a ton on ebay?
Not sure. Most of us folks who happen to live in the U.S. tend to limit our knowledge of releases based on what we'll see. There are a few non-U.S. based collecting sites that take part in the Hasbro Q&A. I've noticed many of their questions tend to gear towards what will be released in their area. You might find your answer at one of these locations--possibly in their archived Q&As or maybe even their forums
www.theprivateuniverse.co.uk -- A neat site devoted to all things that are cool. They cover more than Star Wars; but again, I know they participate in Q&A sessions
jedinews.co.uk -- A great Star Was specific site based in the UK. I know these guys have often asked questions pertaining to what will be available in the UK.
www.snowtroopers.ca -- A Canadian based Star Wars site. Often answers pertaining to product availability in Canada contain availability information for other countries.
mousedroid.com -- An Australian based Star Wars site. As with the Canadian site above, answers pertaining to product availability in Australia often contain availability information for other countries.
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Again, will this be available in the UK as a standard figure or will I have to pay a ton on ebay?
Not sure. Most of us folks who happen to live in the U.S. tend to limit our knowledge of releases based on what we'll see. There are a few non-U.S. based collecting sites that take part in the Hasbro Q&A. I've noticed many of their questions tend to gear towards what will be released in their area. You might find your answer at one of these locations--possibly in their archived Q&As or maybe even their forums
www.theprivateuniverse.co.uk -- A neat site devoted to all things that are cool. They cover more than Star Wars; but again, I know they participate in Q&A sessions
jedinews.co.uk -- A great Star Was specific site based in the UK. I know these guys have often asked questions pertaining to what will be available in the UK.
www.snowtroopers.ca -- A Canadian based Star Wars site. Often answers pertaining to product availability in Canada contain availability information for other countries.
mousedroid.com -- An Australian based Star Wars site. As with the Canadian site above, answers pertaining to product availability in Australia often contain availability information for other countries.
Thanks very much for this links! I shall check them out, for sure!
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i was just looking at brians toys and this is how much they are selling the original for $13,999.99 its a rip off
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i was just looking at brians toys and this is how much they are selling the original for $13,999.99 its a rip off
Brian's Toys rarely has anything that remotely qualifies as "a good deal". On many occasions I've wondered how they stay in business. Evidently people must buy from them though. I guess they figure (terrible pun not intended) if they sell just a couple outrageously priced items a month they're in the black for another few months. All this being said, every once in a blue moon you can find some deals--especially if you're shopping for non-Hasbro (or non-Kenner) items.
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Just curious if anyone has run across Hasbro addressing whether or not you could include more than one Redemption Certificate (along with 5 times the number of UPCs and a check totaling the cost of each combined) within a single envelope? The certificate itself seems to suggest otherwise; but I can't help but think it would help everyone involved if orders could be combined with a single check/money order in one envelope.
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That might be a good ask hasbro question if you want to put it up there.
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Yes you can add in more then 1 certi as long as you have the right number of UPC's and money that goes along with it. It is suppose to be just like the last mail in offers. If I have read your comment right and answered it right.
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Yes you can add in more then 1 certi as long as you have the right number of UPC's and money that goes along with it. It is suppose to be just like the last mail in offers. If I have read your comment right and answered it right.
Yes, thanks. That's what I wanted to know. Just curious, was this question asked by another site?
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This will answer which line's upcs will work.
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Click this (http://www.hasbrotoyshop.com/free-star-wars-boba-fett-figure/images/975680000_BOBAFETT_REDEMPTIONCERT.PDF) to print off a pdf redemption form.
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It's interesting that the above coupon references a $7.95 price point while the certificate that comes with the vintage style figures calls out for $6.99.
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It's interesting that the above coupon references a $7.95 price point while the certificate that comes with the vintage style figures calls out for $6.99.
I hope the $6.99 is right cuz I sent off for 2 today. ;D
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egh ... boba with swivel everything and a rocket firing jet pack i dont know whats the fuss is about but im not buying .. i have to buy 5 or something figures for that peice of junk .... give me a break !
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egh ... boba with swivel everything and a rocket firing jet pack i dont know whats the fuss is about but im not buying .. i have to buy 5 or something figures for that peice of junk .... give me a break !
I think it's only a big deal if you grew up in the 70s/80s. Hasbro is trying to hit the middle-aged (or old depending on how old you are) right in the nostalgic area of the heart--and it's working. ;)
Oh, and chances are, you've ALREADY bought the figures anyway. UPCs can be used from several past assortments...
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I've noticed that the asst numbers are causing some confusion again. Why not just list the asst names instead of the sometimes corrisponding numbers on the redemption form?
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I've noticed that the asst numbers are causing some confusion again. Why not just list the asst names instead of the sometimes corrisponding numbers on the redemption form?
I agree. Going through some of my older UPCs I noticed the numbers not lining up myself on some that were specifically noted to work by Hasbro. Frustrating when one of the number one priorities for the folks in charge would be clarity.
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So you guys are saying the numbers they are listing do not match up with the waves from last year? Would you guys like me to see if we can get them to list which lines specifically will work on our next Hasbro Q and A round?
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possibly but it seems the last time we did that, we got the generic non matching number answer. We will have to explain the general confusion in more detail.
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Yes there is that chance I guess. I will be honest, I am sending in some of the ones I think are right to see what happens. Their numbers are definitely not matching their supposed lines they are taking I think.
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Okay so I'd been reading in various other forums about a lot of people receiving damaged goods here. I was hoping I was just reading about a vocal minority. Anyway, today my Rocket Firing Fett arrived in the mail. The white mailer box looked a bit beat up; but I still foolishly held out hope.
So I open up the box and not only are there THREE large creases in the card back as well as what looks to be a partial blunt object punch through, but Fett and his blister aren't even freaking attached to the card! As this forum is considered family friendly, I'll refrain from the words I used.
Standard response from Hasbro reps appears to be that replacement isn't possible as the Fett figure, or "the product" itself is in good shape. Okay, back up, if the packaging wasn't part of the deal in this case, then why did Hasbro's marketing department make a big deal of the figure being offered on a vintage card? And, why not save a few bucks and simply put the figure in a much smaller mailer box without the printed cardboard back, plastic bubble and tray? The vintage card IS, let me re-emphasize, IS part of the product. If you received a new TV and the screen was cracked, you don't hear of some lame support rep asking you if a picture actually appears on the screen. 'Cuz if it does, the screen just represents the outer packaging for the internal workings...?
I ordered a few more of these, but I don't want them if they come like this.
Ya know...I'm not big on conspiracy theorists but I can't help but wonder if a certain group of people employed at the figure redemption center are personally and privately offering MINT packaging Fetts on ebay.
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B.R. I found a similar response when I got the Captain Rex mail away. If the figure itself isn't damaged they don't want to hear about it. We could ask em about it with our Q and A, but we wouldn't get back a decent response. I gotta admit the same thought about ebay crossed my mind too. One does need to note that the daggone mailer they use should be a bit bigger and perhaps use some daggone bubblewrap! If I can ship a figure to Singapore and get it there with no damage they should be able to do the same in the states. I think I should have four on the way, if I get more than one mint, which may be a loosing battle, I will let you know.
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I got one of my many today I got it in PERFECT CONDITION tamer you would love it!
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Tamer, I appreciate the possible offer. If it comes through, I may take you up on it.
As an update, I sent more or less the contents of my previous post to Hasbro. It appears Hasbro may be changing their stance on the issue. They offered to replace all my damaged packaging/figures.
So for those of you out there who received a trashed sample and Hasbro told you they wouldn't replace it based on the condition of the actual figure, it may be wise to ask again now.
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Well that is good news. I would love to see the actual reply they sent back to you with the message you sent them.
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I'm thinking of sending in for one of these, if they're still available.
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Well that is good news. I would love to see the actual reply they sent back to you with the message you sent them.
Certainly.
My heated inquiry went down like this:
Today my Rocket Firing Fett arrived in the mail. I open up the box and see not only are there three large creases in the card back as well as what looks to be a partial blunt object punch through, but the figure and his blister aren't even freaking attached to the card!
Standard response from your reps appears to be that replacement isn't possible as the Fett figure, or "the product" itself is in good shape. Okay, back up, if the packaging wasn't part of the deal in this case, then why did Hasbro's marketing department make a big deal of the figure being offered on a vintage card? And, why not save yourselves a few bucks and simply put the figure in a much smaller mailer box without the printed cardboard back, plastic bubble and tray? The vintage card IS, let me re-emphasize, IS part of the product.
Hasbro may want to check if a certain group of people employed at the figure redemption center are personally and privately offering MINT packaging samples on their favorite auction sites.
I ordered a few more of these, but I don't want them if they come like this. It appears that my checks have been cashed but I'm betting the items have not shipped. Any way to stop what will be damaged product from even being put in my mailbox and get a refund before it ships?
To which a Hasbro rep replied:
Thank you for contacting Hasbro, Inc. regarding the Exclusive Rocket Firing Boba Fett.
Please be assured that I have shared your concerns with the product team. If your checks have been cashed, the figures will be mailed. If you receive them damaged, please let us know.
In the meantime, we will be pleased to arrange an exchange for you.
To help facilitate the process, a postage paid mailing label has been sent via email from eMerchandiseReturnAlert@uspsshippingapis.com for you to use in returning the figure and packaging to us. Simply package up your return and place the mailing label securely on the package. Drop it off at the Post Office window and it’ll be on its way back to us.
Once the product and packaging are received at our returns facility, we will send a new replacement product.
I want to assure you that all of us are dedicated to maintaining quality products. I hope you and your family will enjoy our products for many years to come.
Now I suppose it's possible she didn't understand my issue with the condition of the product; but I thought I made it clear. Still, I should point out I just recently saw today another site posting information (stating it was) directly from Hasbro that they would NOT replace these items based on the condition of the packaging--so it's possible I got my e-mail answered by someone not in the know. Nevertheless, she sent me out a Merchandise Return Label to use in the event I was unhappy with the next Fetts I received. Time will tell how they handle it if/when they receive my returned Fetts with a unique and documented return label attached to it.
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I know one thing, you had perhaps better go play the lottery as I have never heard of them doing anything like this unless the plastic itself was damaged. Trust me I will be trying myself if I get mine damaged.
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I know one thing, you had perhaps better go play the lottery as I have never heard of them doing anything like this unless the plastic itself was damaged. Trust me I will be trying myself if I get mine damaged.
Yeah, I know what you mean. I might have just stumbled upon a streak of luck. Maybe I happened to be dealing with a new employee. Still, it's not a done deal I guess. If I attempt a return, the could still deny it.
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Nerds of the world rejoice. (I'm including myself in this group.) :D
Pictured is my latest Fett figure. He's in fabulous condition. As you can see, there are two boxes in the picture. It appears Hasbro has gone to double boxing. The box on the left is pretty flimsy and it represents what these Fetts were originally mailed within. NOW, in addition to the flimsy box on the left, the entire thing is enclosed in a much sturdier box with packing peanuts. Not surprisingly, Fett's cardback is factory fresh--note they didn't even punch the peg hole out. I believe this type of mailing/condition may be the norm from here on out.
No clue where my other three Fetts are; and I sent these four additional redemption certificates at the same time. I'm not too worried though. Good to see things have changed for the better. Might not need that return label after all.
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man I realy need to get on this... I have enough redemption materials to order 4 I bet...
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That really is great news, I hope I get my four I mailed away for sometime soon. They cashed the checks!
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Just thought I'd give an update. Not that I've been counting the days, but it's been a month since I last posted on the topic. Last time I posted, I believed the second Fett I received was actually one of the four I'd sent in together on a different date. Having still not received the three additional figures, I'm actually thinking the Hasbro rep just sent out a replacement for the one I received in such beat up shape. Fine by me if I end up receiving a total of six instead of five.
Looking around other forums, it does seem like the flow of people receiving these figures lately has come to a halt. Perhaps Hasbro is doing a complete overhaul to get this new shipping method in place for everything.
I've done my fair share of complaining about Hasbro, but man, I have to commend them for the way it seems they're trying to make things right by a lot of people out there. Here's to hoping a trend of happy customers continues once these figures start arriving in mailboxes again.
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Well I have noticed they cashed my checks about three to four weeks ago and still no Fetts have arrived. I am going to wait about two more weeks and then contact them.
One would think if they cash your check then will be sending the item and it shouldn't take four weeks. Still, I am not going to complain if it means they are getting me some shipped in good boxes.
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I have four of the five UPC codes, so if I were to purchase an action figure from the Vintage line, I'd be able to get the redemption certificate, and a BOBA FETT!!!
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Well I got my Fetts today. Only one of the boxes show up with a smashed corner, but upon opening it there was another box inside and upon opening the card had no flaws. I have to applaud hasbro for making sure they double boxed these figures so even the card would show up momc. Wow that rocket firing fett looks good on card.
If you haven't recieved yours yet start looking.
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I got some Fetts the other day and love the new double boxes! Not only are you pretty much guaranteed a minty carded Fett, but the original mailer box inside is nice and minty looking as well with not even a shipping sticker on it. I would bet that the MOC collectors are loving this.
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Yes, they are! I got only one outside mailer box dinged, but the inside card turned out to be fine. Hasbro has really stepped up to the plate with this. I hope this is the standard they use for mail away figures from now on.
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Good news, I've sent out for the both the Sergeant Bric and Boba Fett figures, and will give a full report when they've arrived.
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I dropped by the local TRU today and they had about 10 rocket-firing Boba Fetts on the pegs.
Do I need to pick up some for any of you guys?
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I dropped by the local TRU today and they had about 10 rocket-firing Boba Fetts on the pegs.
Do I need to pick up some for any of you guys?
Volker, whats the price and how much would it cost to ship me a few?
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They are 12 EUR per piece.
Shipping I have no idea right now as it would depend on the quantity.
Do you want them carded or loose?
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Carded and pretty if possible. Can anyone remind me how much that is in us dollars?
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The conversion rate was $1.00 = .80 Euro cents a few days ago.... near $15 per figure... this morning it was $1.00 = .75 Euro cents or $16 per figure....
and MOC shipping is not the cheapest from Germany.
It ussually cost more for shipping than what is in the box when we get stuff from there a few times a month.
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I've checked with DHL:
http://www.dhl.de/de/paket/privatkunden/international/laenderseiten/vereinigte-staaten-von-amerika.html
A box max. weight 2 kg (=4 pounds) would cost EUR 13,90 shipping.
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That's going to leave me out on this one. Just not cost effective enough. Thanks to everyone for checking.
I mailed in two more redemptions the other day/
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It sure would be a good deal if the shipping were cheaper, but foreign shipping prices seem to have gone up!