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Title: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on June 22, 2010, 08:36:48 PM
I haven't bought squat lately.  How about all of you?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: TheCloneCommander on June 22, 2010, 09:07:52 PM
yeah same here Pat... Nothing really to wet the lips for the last 12 months in Oz, but that's allowed me to endeavor into Nerf and Lego lol..... for the kids of course  ;)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on June 23, 2010, 05:37:49 AM
yeah same here Pat... Nothing really to wet the lips for the last 12 months in Oz, but that's allowed me to endeavor into Nerf and Lego lol..... for the kids of course  ;)


Sure Trev....... ;)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on June 30, 2010, 08:08:21 PM
I finally got my hands on a Spacetrooper... the new TRU exclusive.... and a Snow Rex and Concept Snowtrooper....
Better late then never.
I saw the whole TRU wave months ago... minus the Spacetrooper and Dark Trooper... the only figs I really wanted at the time... and now I cant even find the others I passed on.
I do so hate when funds are low and you have to pass, in hopes of finding stuff you want more.... especially when you dont find anything else to get.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 30, 2010, 08:10:59 PM
That does stink. I have been there before.

I keep waiting to see someone post they have gotten in some of the new vintage stuff. Boy that just seems wierd to write that.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: TheCloneCommander on June 30, 2010, 08:33:37 PM
Target Australia are going to have their big toy sale on july 22nd and they have the new Big AT-AT for sale... i think we might even beat our U.S Cousins in getting these in

they will be on sale for $150 AUSD save $50

 (http://target.dynamiccatalogue.com.au/imageicon/TRG/PROD/J00508805/C_002/PAGE_045/PAGE_045_OFFER_001C37A2.JPG)

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 30, 2010, 08:38:55 PM
Daggone that looks good! Any chance you could give us all an idea of US price on sale Trev?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: TheCloneCommander on June 30, 2010, 08:46:25 PM
yep sure all depends on the day of the market, but at the moment the price would be around $125 U.S.... but say if it was about 3 years ago that same price would have been about $75 to $80 U.S
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on July 01, 2010, 05:40:06 AM
Damn that looks good. maybe if i can sell the missu.......whoa hang on.... ;)... i'll just layby it if i can.....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on July 02, 2010, 10:08:27 AM
I made my weekly TRU patrol today and I couldn't believe what I saw in the shelves. My tiny TRu store got the new Vintage and Saga legends figures.
I picked up: Dengar, AT-AT Commander, 4-LOM, Cloud Car pilot, Leia as Boushh, General Grievous and Bossk.
9,99€ each figure.

I also picked up the OT dvd box.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on July 02, 2010, 03:11:21 PM
I finally got myself an AT-TE. Too like forever to get one, especially for a decent price.
Haven't opened it yet, but that will happen for sure later tonight after we are back from going fishing.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 02, 2010, 06:45:29 PM
Way to go Christoph! Make sure you get us some reviews up sometime. I aim to revamp the fp a bit next week.

DRS there is nothing like patience and going fishing to boot, I like to wet a line myself when I get a chance.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on July 03, 2010, 01:05:36 AM
Way to go Christoph! Make sure you get us some reviews up sometime. I aim to revamp the fp a bit next week.

DRS there is nothing like patience and going fishing to boot, I like to wet a line myself when I get a chance.

np problem mate
Reviews of the AT-AT commander and Dengar are now in the review section
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on July 03, 2010, 05:17:36 AM
Sweet. Those are the two that I am most interested in.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 03, 2010, 05:43:28 AM
Cool deal Christoph. I will get those on the fp today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on July 07, 2010, 07:12:24 PM
Had a good score today. Got the 4 figs that I wanted from the vintage collection at my TRU. I had to wait by the door at opening time to get em. Also picked up the new rare CW mando there.

Then I scored this 12 inch ceremony luke, 1 loose blue royal guard, and these 4 ROC figs at decent prices at the blue springs Vintage Stock store. The luke will go into my 12 inch collection, the guard will be sold, and the joes will be custom fodder.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 08, 2010, 05:43:57 AM
It sure does look like toysrus is getting all the love. Nice scores Clint.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 10, 2010, 01:32:07 PM
I got a box in from Clint! Thanks guy. These boxes were in good shape, especially the taun taun. Now I don't have to whine I don't have one.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/013-2.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on July 10, 2010, 11:31:21 PM
great packs Shawn
the TIE fighter is one of the best Hasbro vehicles so far. I hope I can find one here in austria
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 501stAppo on July 11, 2010, 03:49:04 AM
I got these 2 yesterday :)

(http://www.brianstoys.com/store/images/products/Star%20Wars/2009/Legacy/Exclusives/09L_Deluxe_SpeederBike.jpg)
(http://www.sandtroopers.com/sandwatch/desertskiff_anakin/SkiffAnakin001.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on July 11, 2010, 03:59:03 AM
Nice ones, Appo. Good to know that your stuff arrived in one piece, Shawn.

I managed to find another Stone and Snow Rex at Raytown's walmart yesterday.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on July 11, 2010, 04:03:59 AM
i had that desert skiff back in 96'  came with Luke ..and it was crap back then...........
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on July 12, 2010, 02:53:39 AM
Legacy R2 BD29......scraps of legacy ....just terrible i tell you......(in my C3PO voice)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: zedhatch on July 12, 2010, 06:43:55 AM
I just preorded the few I want from vintage at HTS and snagged a couple of Legacy's I missed on clearence Like Ungnaught, FX-6 ect. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on July 12, 2010, 09:34:19 PM
Clone Wars:
Rex snow gear
mando cop
Aurra Sing

Cloud Car from the new vehicle line
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on July 12, 2010, 10:19:30 PM
Today I got a Mandalorian Policeman and DarkTrooper Phase 1, both of which I unfortunately I had to order.
The cop cop is pretty nice even without knee articulation and hands made like the bendy SnowRex hands.
The DarkTrooper Phase 1 is really nice in my opinion, but it could be POTF figure bad and I would be happy... the figure finally got made. ^-^
Thankfully it is nicely made. Just like the new SpaceTrooper.
 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: commanderCharlie on July 17, 2010, 05:17:14 AM
I just bought a republic commando fi skirta on the bay for 7.99  free shipping !!!!!! the seller has great feedback and is a top ratded seller wwwooooooooohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on July 17, 2010, 10:05:17 PM
YAY!! i finally scored some new figures at toysrus :)
captain rex and 2 oddballs
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: commanderCharlie on July 20, 2010, 06:33:16 PM
oh yeah
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on July 20, 2010, 08:43:23 PM
Those are some goodies!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on July 21, 2010, 07:53:04 AM
VTC Cloud Car pilot, ATAT commander and Dack Ralter.....Yea!!!!!!! finally....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on July 21, 2010, 09:18:44 AM
VTC Cloud Car pilot, ATAT commander and Dack Ralter.....Yea!!!!!!! finally....

I secretly hate you(not really) >:D

Lately I've found two things...JACK AND SH1T!!
I did buy some leds for my dios.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on July 21, 2010, 02:42:37 PM
Mandalore if you knew the situation over here with the scarcity of product lol.....i've been finding the same of late until yesterday....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on July 21, 2010, 09:48:20 PM
Scored some goodies at my Tru today. They didnt have any of the vintage figures but i utilized there 2 for $10 deal on a cw rex and cody and a couple of ROC figures. I also snagged the tru exclusive Kul Teska figure from the Clone Wars Republic Heroes game and this Pirate Speeder Bike with Cad Bane.

I plan on doing reviews of the latter two tomorrow.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 22, 2010, 04:14:54 AM
That Kul Teska looks cool. Isn't he Techno Union?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on July 22, 2010, 04:21:38 AM
Perhaps but he is 5-6 inches tall. I will have to compare him to a standard figure for size referance in today's review.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on July 23, 2010, 12:37:57 PM
I'd like to find half that stuff...even just one fig at this point. ::)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 501stAppo on July 24, 2010, 09:15:37 AM
Went to Gadget again to pick some stuff up I didn't have yet + something special!
I picked up:
Legacy Collection
BD48 Concept Art Snowtrooper
BD49 AT-AT Driver
BD50 Cloud City Wing Guard
BD51 Luke Skywalker (Snow Speeder Pilot)
BD52 R2-X2
BD53 Willrow Hood
BD54 Zuckuss

30th Anniversary Collection
Celebration Europe Concept Art R2-D2 & C-3P0 in Starcase for just 10 Euros!!!
 
(http://img842.imageshack.us/img842/8323/9320383.jpg)

(http://img51.imageshack.us/img51/6287/9320384.jpg)

In 2 weeks I'm going back and the shop owner will propably have a huge delivery of new clone wars, legacy collection & vintage collection figures and vehicles :D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on July 24, 2010, 12:37:07 PM
Well I went to Lancaster pa trus last night(1 hr and half drive).

Echo Base this is rogue 2.....I have something

Echo base this is Rogue two, I found them, repeat I found them.

I got:
VC Han
VC Luke
VC Leia
VC Cloud Car Pilot
VC Dack
VC Dengar
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 25, 2010, 05:09:39 AM
Lancaster, PA? I know where that is. There are some outlets up there as I recall. Good scores.

I hit a toysrus yesterday and didn't see a single vintage figure! :'(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on July 25, 2010, 07:38:22 AM
Lancaster, PA? I know where that is. There are some outlets up there as I recall. Good scores.

I hit a toysrus yesterday and didn't see a single vintage figure! :'(

If I STAY in Pa, Id like to move out that way, away from philly.

I had another score last night.

I found Luke's Snowspeeder and my wife was walking around and looked down on the isle away from the star wars, and found freaking Pre Vizla. She said too me"is this the dude you have been looking for?"

If my jaw could have hit the floor it would have.

I love my wife ;D

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 26, 2010, 06:25:37 AM
Anyone want the SDCC Darth Maul and Lar Exclusive Comic Pack?

http://shop.starwars.com/catalog/product.xml?topcatID=1300264;product_id=1321850
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/imageload.jpg)
Figured folks might see the link here first. They are still in stock now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 26, 2010, 05:18:30 PM
Look what I got today!
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/001-1.jpg)
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/002-1.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on July 26, 2010, 05:22:08 PM
woow man!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on July 26, 2010, 11:21:14 PM
sniff.....i coulda had one..... ;).... but theres always C6....

VC Boba Fett today. would have bought others but bills are taking my bux at present.....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 01, 2010, 08:33:23 AM
Well folks, it's August 1st, the "official" street date for the new products.  Have you been out to find anything?  Here's what I've found since yesterday...

Yesterday, a local Target had gone ahead and put out some things, such as the VTSC figures and some CW and LC figures.  I did pick up a Cloud Car Pilot for $7.99.  I refuse to pay the $9.99 that TRU is charging.

Today, I hit another Target, Wal-Mart, and Toys R US.  Target and WM had not one item out, period.  Not to mention, that the Wal-Mart had actually increased their prices on just about everything.  G.I. Joe figures that are 2 years old were going for $9.97!!!  Toys R Us was fully stocked to the rim, and had the new Snowspeeder, RC Hailfire Droid, and a full compliment of the VTSC, LC, and CW figures.  No Pre Viszla, but they did have a Mandalorian Cop. 

Sadly, all I'm after right now is the Cloud Car, and not one sighting of it anywhere.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: commanderCharlie on August 01, 2010, 08:36:21 AM
pat I could pick u one up
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 01, 2010, 08:38:06 AM
Oh, thank you, but no.  The shipping isn't worth it to me.  I'll find one eventually.  The biggest lesson I've learned in my many, many years of collecting, is patience.  Thanks anyway though!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 01, 2010, 08:57:55 AM
I also found some new items at a Target, two days ago. They had the same things as Pat's Target had but the vintage collection figures were picked over so all I got was another cloud car pilot, another atat commander, the anti-hailfire squad bp, and a couple of pre viszla figures. Oh, I also picked up a new atat walker at $99. I noticed that as a result of their big reset, they had really been on a clearance kick with the other lines. I had gotten there a day or two too late, it seems, otherwise, I could have really cleaned up on the Joe stuff. I got a Joe iem that was regularly priced at $9.99 for like, $2.50 and picked up this great Prince of Persia piece that would go great in a diorama that was regularly priced at $19.99 for $5.

I will show some pics of the target stuff on their shelf in the target thread.

So, I went to another Target and Walmart yesterday and found 5 copies of one peg warmer at one walmart and the raised Joe prices and at the Target, they had nothing on the pegs whatsoever.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on August 01, 2010, 03:23:01 PM
I scored big at Target myself yesterday.  Picked up an AT-AT and almost all the vintage figures.  For some reason Dak was cleaned out--though they had everyone else.  I was able to get two of most everything but Bespin Luke.

I went back today and found the Cloud Car.  In my glee yesterday I must have overlooked it because it really didn't look like they'd restocked.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 01, 2010, 04:50:06 PM
Well I made a long drive and came up empty today. Target had nothing on the pegs. Looks like I should have waited a few days. Toysrus had some figs, but I just couldn't bit at ten bucks a pop and 28 bucks a ship.  At this stage I might be trying to get what I want on the road to CV! I wonder how many stops Pat will let me make? :P
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 01, 2010, 05:00:51 PM
LOL, how many walkers do you plan on fitting in that car of Pat's anyway, Shawn?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 01, 2010, 05:04:28 PM
LOL, how many walkers do you plan on fitting in that car of Pat's anyway, Shawn?

We'll have to see how many Pat thinks will fit. LOL.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 01, 2010, 06:49:21 PM
Well, I AM a master box packer, so I'm pretty sure we can get an even dozen, along with out luggage.   And that's just in the trunk!  Hmm...hitting Targets, Toys R Us, and Walmarts along the way, eh?  Well we DO need to stretch our legs...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 01, 2010, 06:50:08 PM
Oh, and I DID find my Cloud Car, so I picked that up.  I had a REAL hard time passing on that AT-AT...need to save my money for my overwhelming list of exclusives at CV!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on August 02, 2010, 05:49:12 AM
I can send you Money Pat for the ShadowDuck..lol..just lmk and i'll do it via paypal..... ;)...and i'm sure there will be quite a few Walmarts , TRu's etc on the way. ....... ;)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on August 02, 2010, 06:56:20 PM
I passed on the at-at as well, low funds.

I did recieve my darth talon mini bust, which honestly wasn't worth the money.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on August 03, 2010, 01:13:53 AM
Found some new  (well new for over  here ) Legacy today.. Willrow Hood, Bacara, Luke X Wing and 2nd version Bespin Wing Guard.

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 03, 2010, 07:31:23 AM
I passed on the at-at as well, low funds.

I did recieve my darth talon mini bust, which honestly wasn't worth the money.

You didn't like her?  I was hoping to find her at CV next week.  What didn't you like about her?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on August 03, 2010, 01:34:52 PM
I passed on the at-at as well, low funds.

I did recieve my darth talon mini bust, which honestly wasn't worth the money.

You didn't like her?  I was hoping to find her at CV next week.  What didn't you like about her?

The paint apps are a little lacking in quality. Her lips were poorly painted, and her face is different than the sculpt we first saw, and it's totally different than the picture on the box.

Between the black misplaced, the red being really faded in some places and her lips being the wrong color, the paint apps alone make it really not worth the wait or the price.

The quality of the bust itself feels a lot lighter than most of the busts.
She feels cheaper compared too the previous busts I've gotten before.
She's even lighter than aayal secura.

It might just be me bro or mine...but she really looks different facially.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 03, 2010, 03:12:37 PM
Well, I'm going to have to take a look at her in hand to see if it's all of them, or if you got a poor specimen, which unfortunately does sometimes happen.  If so, perhaps you should contact Gentle Giant and let them know you're not at all happy with yours.  If you want to do that, I can contact my source at GG and see what can be done.  Just let me know.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on August 03, 2010, 04:17:12 PM
Well, I'm going to have to take a look at her in hand to see if it's all of them, or if you got a poor specimen, which unfortunately does sometimes happen.  If so, perhaps you should contact Gentle Giant and let them know you're not at all happy with yours.  If you want to do that, I can contact my source at GG and see what can be done.  Just let me know.

If you wouldn't mind sending me that in a pm, I'd appreciate that.

I was really let down, normally their stuff is top notch, but this just seemed to miss the target.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: TheCloneCommander on August 03, 2010, 07:44:25 PM
I passed on the at-at as well, low funds.

I did recieve my darth talon mini bust, which honestly wasn't worth the money.

You didn't like her?  I was hoping to find her at CV next week.  What didn't you like about her?

The paint apps are a little lacking in quality. Her lips were poorly painted, and her face is different than the sculpt we first saw, and it's totally different than the picture on the box.

Between the black misplaced, the red being really faded in some places and her lips being the wrong color, the paint apps alone make it really not worth the wait or the price.

The quality of the bust itself feels a lot lighter than most of the busts.
She feels cheaper compared too the previous busts I've gotten before.
She's even lighter than aayal secura.

It might just be me bro or mine...but she really looks different facially.

Man that sucks!! Sounds like by your description a perfect BOOTLEG!!! i hope it all get sorted for you mate...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on August 03, 2010, 08:21:16 PM
I passed on the at-at as well, low funds.

I did recieve my darth talon mini bust, which honestly wasn't worth the money.

You didn't like her?  I was hoping to find her at CV next week.  What didn't you like about her?

The paint apps are a little lacking in quality. Her lips were poorly painted, and her face is different than the sculpt we first saw, and it's totally different than the picture on the box.

Between the black misplaced, the red being really faded in some places and her lips being the wrong color, the paint apps alone make it really not worth the wait or the price.

The quality of the bust itself feels a lot lighter than most of the busts.
She feels cheaper compared too the previous busts I've gotten before.
She's even lighter than aayal secura.

It might just be me bro or mine...but she really looks different facially.

Man that sucks!! Sounds like by your description a perfect BOOTLEG!!! i hope it all get sorted for you mate...

Well I'd agree if I got it off the bay, but I bought from ee.com.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Vadersfist on August 04, 2010, 01:32:58 AM
recent would be the TRU force unleash pack, a few droids and some snowys as well.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 04, 2010, 03:41:15 AM
Actually, if you got it from EE, I'd contact their customer service and tell them you are not happy with it and would like to exchange it for a different one.  If the other one comes back just as crappy, send it back for a full refund.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on August 04, 2010, 08:14:04 AM
I got today three of the "Karen Traviss" RC novels

"FEINDKONTAKT" (I don't know the english title)
"TRUE COLOURS"
"TRIPLE ZERO"
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: TheCloneCommander on August 04, 2010, 09:34:15 AM
I got today three of the "Karen Traviss" RC novels

"FEINDKONTAKT" (I don't know the english title)
"TRUE COLOURS"
"TRIPLE ZERO"

Coooool Christoph!! you will Love em!! i guarantee it!! by the way first book is called Hard Contact
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 501stAppo on August 04, 2010, 09:51:34 AM
This is what I picked up today!

Clone Wars:
- Yoda
- Captain Rex (cold weather gear)
- Mandalorian Police Officer
- Pre Vizsla
- Aurra Sing

Saga Legends:
- Bossk
- Princess Leia in Boussh disguise

Vehicles:
- Bespin Cloud Car
- Luke's Skywalker's Snowspeeder


(http://img716.imageshack.us/img716/1669/9320392.jpg)

(http://img716.imageshack.us/img716/9113/9320393.jpg)

(http://img842.imageshack.us/img842/8759/9320394.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on August 04, 2010, 11:59:23 AM
Went to two walmart for jabba and found a big nothing
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 04, 2010, 12:51:31 PM
Went to an Independence Walmart today and found my Jabba throne set. High price on that one..........$35
Also found another pre viszla and a camo arf trooper.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 04, 2010, 07:16:36 PM
Well I am getting closer as it looks like new stuff should be set out tomorrow or the day after as everything is moved around now. I did see the walmart vintage price stickers at 7 bucks a fig.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on August 04, 2010, 07:46:23 PM
I picked myself up a Jabba this evening too.  After missing out on the TRU expanded universe wave, it's nice to score a few new things early.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 04, 2010, 07:59:49 PM
Man, I gotta try and find this baby!  I'm really stoked about it, for sure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 05, 2010, 02:18:20 PM
Heck yeah!!! I stopped in at a Walmart by work this morning on my way in, and they were in the middle od setting up new stuff. Came back around 2:30 and they had the Jabbas Throne set, so I picked it up. They also had their regular figures for $4.50 and VTSC figs for $7.00!!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on August 05, 2010, 08:06:57 PM
Got the atat today....FINALLY ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 06, 2010, 02:13:51 AM
WHAT!! I can't believe Walmart is being so nice to us. Anyway I picked up Jodo Kast at K-mart yesterday. Kind of a rip at 8.99, but I thought since he's an excl. it was worth it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 06, 2010, 06:16:44 AM
It is nice to know walmart is starting to hit a bit. I am going out in a bit as a reward for all the web work I have done. I hope to pick up all vintage wave one, cloud car, snowspeeder, hoth vader bp, and atat. I doubt I will find it all, but you never know. I will have a ton of time to look as my truck is getting worked on today and they are giving me a ride to the mall. I just remembered they have wifi so I can do more webwork once I get done looking.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Abshir on August 06, 2010, 03:50:45 PM
Finally bought pre viszla and auura sing ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 09, 2010, 01:15:22 PM
I finally hit the jackpot!
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/vintagewavefound.jpg)
All vintage wave 1, toysrus 89.99 Walker, Hoth bp, cloud car, snowspeeder, legends snowtroops, and GH Walker. After the drought I had it was nice to get this squared away before traveling! I even picked up a couple more bobas and at-at commanders.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Squirepec7 on August 09, 2010, 01:25:42 PM
Well I didn't have half as nice haul as Tamer but I managed to pick up Kul Teska, SL Bossk, SL Snowtrooper, CW Greivous, and CW Mando Police. I found all that in the city but still nothing at my Wal Mart. They have exactly 4 figures on the pegs from last year.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 09, 2010, 01:55:56 PM
I added it to the fp, but forgot to add that all the figs and smaller ships came from wal-mart at 7.96. I also picked up the K-Mart Mando too. He just looked too good. I saw Teska, but passed. I figured I had spent enough at that point.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 09, 2010, 02:08:49 PM
Holy crap, Shawn!  I sure hope you didn't spend your entire wad before CV!  I'm guessing you were near $300 in stuff today alone!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 09, 2010, 02:12:01 PM
Holy crap, Shawn!  I sure hope you didn't spend your entire wad before CV!  I'm guessing you were near $300 in stuff today alone!

LOL! Rest assured little ole Tamer will be able to buy a couple items down there.  I have been planning this and saving since I missed out on the last one stateside!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on August 09, 2010, 07:11:39 PM
that is one massive haul there tamer.
I am so jealous. I did see lots of new stuff today, but couldnt get any.
Keeping my fingers crossed that some of it is still around on thursday.
that is the soonest I can get back around to check.
No AT-AT's anywhere for 100 miles of me.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: COG Veteran on August 09, 2010, 07:30:41 PM
..........................
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 09, 2010, 07:34:05 PM
Those are some nice prices, Koty.  I've seen similar prices around here, and am reading about prices near $8 too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on August 10, 2010, 03:58:53 AM
Man I wish I could get a few at that price! Lucky!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on August 10, 2010, 07:17:56 AM
I finally hit the jackpot!
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/vintagewavefound.jpg)
All vintage wave 1, toysrus 89.99 Walker, Hoth bp, cloud car, snowspeeder, legends snowtroops, and GH Walker. After the drought I had it was nice to get this squared away before traveling! I even picked up a couple more bobas and at-at commanders.

She's a cutey bro....

I asked Lyn last night, I when I saw this originally. What she would do if I brought a load home like that.

She just shook her head.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 501stAppo on August 10, 2010, 09:51:36 AM
I ordered Kul Teska, Jodo Kast and the kotobukiya Commander Fox artFX statue, limited to 1000!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: republiccommando1164 on August 10, 2010, 02:36:21 PM
your wife must of killed you for buying all that
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on August 10, 2010, 06:02:45 PM
owen lars maul pack
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on August 10, 2010, 06:39:38 PM
wow!! thats a lot of stuff  :o
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on August 10, 2010, 07:03:11 PM
just got these from Tunghori off of Ebay

From the forth coming "Hidden Enemy" Battle Pack
CHOPPER
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/110820101735.jpg)

Sgt SLICK
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/110820101736.jpg)

GUS
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/110820101737.jpg)

from the "Mandalorian Warriors" Battle Pack:
version 1(with guantlets)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/110820101738.jpg)

Version 2 (different type of pistols)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/110820101740.jpg)

from the "Hostage Crisis" 2 -pack:
Capt Jayfon and Senate Commando
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/110820101739.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on August 10, 2010, 07:59:28 PM
So jealous wraithy
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on August 10, 2010, 10:01:07 PM
Jayfon looks awesome
Great that you get the new CW stuff Jay. Can't wait to see reviews.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on August 11, 2010, 05:21:42 AM
woah those mandos look terrible
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 11, 2010, 10:26:30 AM
She's a cutey bro....

I asked Lyn last night, I when I saw this originally. What she would do if I brought a load home like that.

She just shook her head.

LOL. Lets just say my wife and I came to an understanding a long long time ago so no dog house moments happen. I did spend a few years in it though when I first started.

your wife must of killed you for buying all that

LOL. I am alive and well and getting ready to spend more!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on August 11, 2010, 09:01:20 PM
She's a cutey bro....

I asked Lyn last night, I when I saw this originally. What she would do if I brought a load home like that.

She just shook her head.

LOL. Lets just say my wife and I came to an understanding a long long time ago so no dog house moments happen. I did spend a few years in it though when I first started.

your wife must of killed you for buying all that

LOL. I am alive and well and getting ready to spend more!

You are truly blessed my friend
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on August 12, 2010, 04:10:04 AM
just got a new at at commander


its truly one of my best figures ever

has anyone seen the new c 3po
he looks way too small
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 12, 2010, 01:23:55 PM
Nice score, Jay! I picked up another anti hailfire squad today and a couple more atat commanders yesterday.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 12, 2010, 05:35:54 PM
Today, after MUCH waiting in lines (long story for later), I got the limited edition art bust titled "Legacy of Valor" by Marc Wolfe, who also threw in an Assaj Ventress print and a post card print; a Cat Staggs print on heavy paper, which is a recruitment poster for the Empire; the Hoth Blue Milk Brewing Company glass mug and tin sign; the Vader's Fist OJ tin sign; the Imperial Cog laser cut key chain; the Zuckuss/4-LOM pack, a new novel about the Old Republic on hardback titled "Fatal Alliance;" Dark Horse Comics "Invasion" #s 0-3 and "The Old Republic" #s 1-2.

Tomorrow, as long as they aren't sold out for the day...AGAIN...I'll be picking up the Gentle Giant 12" Carded Boba Fett, and perhaps a case of new VTSC figures. 

Pics to come later
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on August 12, 2010, 07:24:09 PM
Tomorrow I might pick up the boba blaster
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 12, 2010, 08:04:32 PM
I picked up a Cami and Fixer for Jedi Ryan and another Zuckuss and 4-Lom and that neat flying Falcon. I also got my sketch plate and a Celebration V Polo and Hoth Blue Milk T.  I also found a Hoth vehicle magnet and picked up other assorted items too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on August 13, 2010, 06:32:03 AM
I completed my Karen Traviss collection

I got "Order66" and "501st"

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on August 13, 2010, 10:24:19 AM
Well I did as I said and got the Boba Blaster along with the rep com galactic heros.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 13, 2010, 02:03:53 PM
Well, I got more goodies today, though not the ones I was after, necessarily.  I picked up the Darth Talon mini bust from the Gentle Giant booth, as well as a pair of Donald Duck as Shadow Trooper (Yes Greg, one of them's yours!), and the hidden gem of the show, in my opinion: The Biker Scout mini bust, found at a random booth hidden behind other things for a mere $54.99!!!  I've been after this one for several years, and this is the first time I've seen one under $1o0, so I snagged it in a hurry!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: republiccommando1164 on August 14, 2010, 12:43:18 PM
Am laughing over this cos i got a 501st ,phase 2 clone, battle droid pack , boosk, Boussh, snow trooper,Vader,and obiwan kenobie episode 2 for 40 euro all new saga ledgends on bogof. LOL
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: zedhatch on August 14, 2010, 03:08:27 PM
My comic shop had a huge lot of SW stuff he had just bought and I found Clone Wars Hailfire Droid (Still in original box) and Realistic Durge (Same) for $20.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on August 15, 2010, 03:57:20 AM
Well, I got more goodies today, though not the ones I was after, necessarily.  I picked up the Darth Talon mini bust from the Gentle Giant booth, as well as a pair of Donald Duck as Shadow Trooper (Yes Greg, one of them's yours!), and the hidden gem of the show, in my opinion: The Biker Scout mini bust, found at a random booth hidden behind other things for a mere $54.99!!!  I've been after this one for several years, and this is the first time I've seen one under $1o0, so I snagged it in a hurry!

This old Quack..lol....i meaner Yarder thanks you profusely and am glad you are scoring big time over there at the Con> Hope you and Shawn get out of there with some money left lol..you'll need spacebux for gas and tolls!.... ;)
lmk how much all up plus post and i'll get Money over to you asap...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on August 15, 2010, 11:37:41 AM
scored a anti hailfire droid squad bp
this morning  yay!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on August 15, 2010, 03:24:25 PM
AT AT Driver, Stormtrooper and Snowtrooper from ESB Legacy wave.....better later than never!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: smeagol92055 on August 15, 2010, 04:37:24 PM
After not finding any of the new Vintage line anywhere, and then despairing that if I wanted any of them I'd have to go on the Internet (where the prices were a bit... er, pricey...) I randomly stumbled into my local Target this afternoon right as they had finished restocking the shelves, and found these two!

(http://a.imageshack.us/img576/5412/lukevintage.th.png) (http://img576.imageshack.us/i/lukevintage.png/)

(http://a.imageshack.us/img683/276/bobavintage.th.png) (http://img683.imageshack.us/i/bobavintage.png/)

Score!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: zedhatch on August 15, 2010, 10:09:31 PM
AT-AT, it's mind and its awesome. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 17, 2010, 08:11:58 AM
AT-AT, it's mind and its awesome. 

I couldn't agree with you more! I know I am biased, but I think it might be the best vehicle Hasbro has ever produced. Perhaps the only thing that can touch it is the BMF Falcon.

After not finding any of the new Vintage line anywhere, and then despairing that if I wanted any of them I'd have to go on the Internet (where the prices were a bit... er, pricey...) I randomly stumbled into my local Target this afternoon right as they had finished restocking the shelves, and found these two!

Score!

I know how you feel. You should have seen some of the Celebration prices some of the vendors had!

AT AT Driver, Stormtrooper and Snowtrooper from ESB Legacy wave.....better later than never!

You can never have enough of either of those!

On my end I picked up a ton of things. So much I figured I would just do another Vid and let you guys see how much coin I dropped.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Squirepec7 on August 17, 2010, 09:55:03 AM
My wally world finally stocked the new figs so I went a little crazy. I picked up the entire clone wars wave 1 and 2 along with bespin luke and dak. Great day for me!! :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 17, 2010, 09:59:33 AM
LOL!  Now that's a bit of a haul there!  Nice score buddy!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on August 17, 2010, 06:43:49 PM
After not finding any of the new Vintage line anywhere, and then despairing that if I wanted any of them I'd have to go on the Internet (where the prices were a bit... er, pricey...) I randomly stumbled into my local Target this afternoon right as they had finished restocking the shelves, and found these two!

(http://a.imageshack.us/img576/5412/lukevintage.th.png) (http://img576.imageshack.us/i/lukevintage.png/)

(http://a.imageshack.us/img683/276/bobavintage.th.png) (http://img683.imageshack.us/i/bobavintage.png/)

Score!

Smeag what are you paying for the Vinty? my Kmart here in Aus has plenty if i can help u...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: smeagol92055 on August 17, 2010, 07:32:57 PM
The figures were $7.99 apiece.  Not a bad price!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on August 18, 2010, 03:46:11 AM
 Kmarts have a Sale on "Clone Wars " figures at $8 a pop starting tomorrow. Not sure if it is state by state related but i'm sure checking out my local tomorrow. We normally pay up to $16 AUD each!....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 18, 2010, 06:18:32 AM
Wow, that IS a great deal for you guys!  Don't go too crazy now!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on August 19, 2010, 06:23:12 AM
Found Agen Kolar and Plo Koon on Legacy card. BAD figures and Clone wars figures are the only lines they have the $8 pricing on. The New Vintage and Legends figures are still full price
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneCommander Buy on August 20, 2010, 09:05:18 AM
Nothing new in my area. BUT.... check this out. Have you heard or do you have consignment sales in your area? Where people bring there unwanted clothes and toys to sale and make a buck. I have quit a few in my area and they are big. My (clones) kids have a class mate and her mom called me the other  night she was there when it opened. there was an AT-TE and a bag of clones on one of the tables. HERE IS THE KICKER......I got a bag of clones ( 12 ) for $5.00 and the AT-TE for $20.00.  I don't think I did to bad on that one. lol

Sorry a little blurry and then battery's went dead.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on August 20, 2010, 01:59:15 PM
Nothing new in my area. BUT.... check this out. Have you heard or do you have consignment sales in your area? Where people bring there unwanted clothes and toys to sale and make a buck. I have quit a few in my area and they are big. My (clones) kids have a class mate and her mom called me the other  night she was there when it opened. there was an AT-TE and a bag of clones on one of the tables. HERE IS THE KICKER......I got a bag of clones ( 12 ) for $5.00 and the AT-TE for $20.00.  I don't think I did to bad on that one. lol

Sorry a little blurry and then battery's went dead.


Damn nice steal...I mean buy there
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 20, 2010, 03:30:54 PM
That was a great haul.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on August 20, 2010, 10:21:19 PM
wish i could find a bargain like that!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 21, 2010, 06:54:05 AM
Very nice haul and at a killer price.

I picked up a whopping 6 vc boba Fett figures at one walmart store yesterday.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on August 21, 2010, 08:12:23 AM
my local TRU got the new CW battle packs
I picked up the anti hailfire squad and the clones & droids bp and also a TFU Shaak Ti and a phase I darktrooper
the Boba is for a custom
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on August 21, 2010, 04:44:26 PM
I didnt find anything new in stores.... but I did receive a few things ordered off Ebay. If not for that I might not get a chance to purcahse new stuff.
I received another Pre Viszla(3 now), a Mandalorian with speederbike, and the new AT-TE Gunner Commander from the new BP.
There was also a package this week with a ShadowStormtrooper, an Utapau ShadowTrooper, Captain Needa(never picked one up somehow), a Legacy or maybe Evo  Boba Fett(dark version), a Jedi Galen Marek, a 30th Ani Commander Gree(SA, orignal removable helmet fig), and about 3 ARF troopers....plain old white ones.
I know there was more that I am forgetting, but that is more than I have picked up in quite some time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on August 21, 2010, 07:23:16 PM
I picked up... a TFU Shaak Ti and a phase I darktrooper


Whoa!  Did you just score these recently at a TRU?  I thought this wave was long gone by now. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on August 21, 2010, 10:14:46 PM
maybe in the US mate but Austria is always a bit late
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on August 22, 2010, 01:06:44 AM
Any more Fiala?...... ;D...Australia is a bit late too, was still looinkg for those guys...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: TheCloneCommander on August 22, 2010, 07:40:11 AM
hey DA i saw them at Big W the other day but when i went back they were snapped up keep an eye out there...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on August 22, 2010, 08:57:55 AM
got another arf trooper at target  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 22, 2010, 01:59:54 PM
Picked up two vc bobas and three vc cloud car pilots. I have enough for my 2nd mail in Fett now!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: commanderCharlie on August 22, 2010, 04:29:32 PM
tamer you can use last yers packaging also to mail in for the fett
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 22, 2010, 05:58:45 PM
tamer you can use last yers packaging also to mail in for the fett

Pretty sure thats what Derryl Depriest from Hasbro said during his CV briefing. Still it would be nice to get a clarification.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on August 22, 2010, 08:26:51 PM
I am pretty sure I was sending in an assortment of 30th Ani, blue helmet, and red packaging UPC's when I ordered my Nadar Vebb figures and had no problems.
I have older upcs than what I sent in, but figured better use more recent stuff.
Actual clarification that does CLARIFY the propper UCs would be cool though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on August 23, 2010, 02:42:06 AM
hey DA i saw them at Big W the other day but when i went back they were snapped up keep an eye out there...

Ta Trev, i'll check out my local tomorrow!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on August 23, 2010, 12:03:48 PM
I had a little luck while out shopping at a less travelled Walmart today.
I managed to pick up 2 Camo ARF troopers, one in a nice mintybox... that didnt remain minty when packed in the shopping bag and in the car.
I also picked up another Snowtrooper in new packaging ... mainly because it had the new weapons pack-in with the nice pistols and RC blasters.
I dont think there is any method to what figs the new weapons are packed with. there were multiples of many figs and each looked like different weapons packs.
Finally picked up something new. Yay me.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on August 23, 2010, 07:39:00 PM
Then the mail came.... my wife was not pleased, but I received another large box of stff I bought.
I managed to find a red ARC-170 starfighter and a red V-Wing fighter and the combined price with shipping was less than the cost of a jedistarfighter new in store. I almost feel bad, but they were missing the missiles and I am fine with that.
We might even know where to find some...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 23, 2010, 08:11:09 PM
NICE!!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 24, 2010, 11:50:46 AM
Whose got 2 thumbs and just bought the big AT-AT? This guy! There was one left so I snagged it.

Also managed to pick up an extra Action Fleet AT-ST as I only had 1, another A-Wing (for a custom), a Titanium Y-Wing and finally the Outrider.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 24, 2010, 12:47:16 PM
Nice pick ups!  Today, I got the 41st Elite Clone Trooper 12" figure from Sideshow collectibles.  I still need to do a photo review of it, but already, I'm not that impressed.  The black undergarments seem really cheap and flimsy, with the texture to them painted on the plastic fabric instead of actually being textured.  I also got word today that they're going to start processing my 12" Emperor Palpatine on Thursday, so I should have that in another week or so.  I hope that one looks better than the clone trooper did.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 24, 2010, 12:56:35 PM
Sad to hear about that new trooper Pat. It looks good in the pictures I have seen of it, but having it in hand is always the proof.

Oh yeah, that new atat is the best vehicle ever! I can't wait to get my hands on the vintage boxed one too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on August 24, 2010, 07:05:28 PM
Just curious how many non-US residents are finding Shaak Ti figures at the moment.  If you are finding them, and you're on top of the exchange rate, what's the price in US dollars?  Depending on the price (lower than ebay) I'd be obliged if I could do a cost plus shipping deal with someone via paypal.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on August 25, 2010, 06:59:03 AM
Which Version Steel?...i'll keep my eyes out for you....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on August 25, 2010, 08:07:54 AM
Which Version Steel?...i'll keep my eyes out for you....

The Force Unleashed version--one from the final BAD wave.

Thanks!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 25, 2010, 04:59:47 PM
Gonna have to take the AT-AT back, there's a few missing pieces. Mind as well just get my money back, it was the only one they had. Oh well.   :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: commanderCharlie on August 25, 2010, 05:03:46 PM
what a shame
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 25, 2010, 05:12:41 PM
Gonna have to take the AT-AT back, there's a few missing pieces. Mind as well just get my money back, it was the only one they had. Oh well.   :(

Well that just stinks. Don't worry if nothing else I can get you one and ship it to you if you can't find one. It wouldn't surprise me to see toysrus do another sale right before they get the vintage boxes in too.

As for me today I got in my first order from Most Wanted Collectibles, the GG Snowtrooper Mini Bust  (see front page) and it showed up minty in a minty box surrounded by foamies as I call them and was 15% off retail price. I will try to take some pics tomorrow if I can. Daggone it feels good to be getting my Battle of Hoth GG Busts.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 25, 2010, 05:22:58 PM
Sweet, Tamer. I got my girlfriend's slave leia outfit directly from Tamer in the mail today. Looks sweet in the package. Can't wait to see it on her.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 25, 2010, 05:27:44 PM
Sweet, Tamer. I got my girlfriend's slave leia outfit directly from Tamer in the mail today. Looks sweet in the package. Can't wait to see it on her.

Good deal. That didn't take long.  I need to go leave you some feedback for paying me, guess who forgot to do that!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on August 25, 2010, 06:30:16 PM
My wife, bless her heart, went out shopping all alone while I was at work and the kids were in school... she hates that...
When I got home I went into my SW Toys room and found a new toy waiting for me...
She picked up the new Barc speeder with the sidecar and Obi Wan or me.
That is great and I am so happy she got something I liked.
Normally she just gets me socks and underdrawers... so this is a big deal.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 26, 2010, 11:31:06 AM
Figured I'd show the big AT-AT to everyone. Behold, my new method of transportation:

(http://img828.imageshack.us/img828/9020/pic1001.jpg) (http://img828.imageshack.us/i/pic1001.jpg/)

Stormtrooper soldiers, attack!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on August 26, 2010, 12:19:16 PM
yesterday my girlfriend was buying some stuff, but i didn´t pay much attention to what, i was playing ps3 I. But today something arrive at my home, i really didn´t expect this!!!

I m really happy with it!!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on August 26, 2010, 12:42:01 PM
nice i know how to get to the gym now !!
gid'eup  metal case !



for me i got some custom fodder 1 aotc clone / and a old 30 th ani ... snowtroop
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on August 26, 2010, 01:53:23 PM
this is what ive picked up over the last 5 weeks (not counting trades)

from Tunghori :
from the Hostage Crisis BP
RoboNino
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/260820101911.jpg) (http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/260820101912.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/260820101913.jpg)

and from the Hidden Enemy BP
Chopper,Gus & Sgt Slick
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/260820101914.jpg)

Capt Jayfon and 2 Senate Commando's(actually have 2 jayfons)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/260820101915.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/260820101916.jpg)

and 3 Mandalorians from the Mandalorian Warriors BP
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(thank god for Ebay)

and from Clone Head
Droids and Clones BP
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Anti HailFire Squad BP
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also picked up 3 of the deluxe packs from sainsbury at £8.49 each , Plo Koon+Speeder Bike/Cad Bane+Pirate Speeder Bike/Anakin Skywalker + Naboo StarSkiff
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 26, 2010, 02:48:28 PM
Wow, you have all sorts of goodies.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 26, 2010, 03:32:51 PM
Wow Jay you cleaned up!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on August 26, 2010, 03:45:30 PM
this is probably the most star wars ive got in the last 18 months
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on August 27, 2010, 04:24:24 AM
wish i could see more over here, seems to have dried up again!....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 28, 2010, 11:41:47 AM
Good news, I don't have to take the AT-AT back, ended up finding all the pieces. I should finally be posting a new video in the next few days on my youtube page. It will be a haul video of the stuff I recently acquired:

The Big AT-AT, Action Fleet AT-ST and A-Wing, Titanium Y-Wing and Outrider, and Dack Ralter figure. I'm just waiting to get the new Snowspeeder and a friend is sending me the Luke Snowspeeder pilot figure and I'll be making the video.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 28, 2010, 05:11:31 PM
Sounds like a good haul. I have been meaning to do a video review of all my CV loot. I gotta watch, my little gal is starting to try to get into it.

On the new stuff note I got in my snowtrooper mini bust this week and it looks sweet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 29, 2010, 04:47:22 PM
I can add a few more things to my haul. Someone on Rebelscum posted in the New England section that he was having a yard sale with a lot of Star Wars, GI Joe, DC, etc for sale. Got his address, he was in the next state but it was only a 40 minute drive. Me and 2 friends went down there to check it out and the guy was real cool, we stayed there for about an hour and a half and talked Star Wars, then branched out to movies and music. He showed me his collection which was awesome. I ended up getting the Evolutions Rebel Pilot Pack #3 which came with John D. Branon, Jake Farrell and Shira Brie, along with a Luke X-Wing Pilot. Four figures for $20. Score.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 29, 2010, 07:07:59 PM
Sounds like you had a good day. I would love to find some SW yard sales.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on September 01, 2010, 09:39:49 AM
the new zuckuss for me ! hes a great figure 10 outta 10
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on September 01, 2010, 05:08:48 PM
Found the Revenge of the Sith vintage wave at a Walmart in Lincoln Nebraska.  Quite a few foil cards were there for any who care.  I don't care for the foil look so I left those.  Just picked up a Sandtrooper and a Grievous for my carded collection.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 01, 2010, 05:18:29 PM
Sweet, time for me to go look for my vintage foil esb wave figs. Thanks for the heads up B.R.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 01, 2010, 07:00:13 PM
Just bought a Biggs Darklighter figure from the 30th Anniversary line off ebay. Now I can replace my POTF Biggs figure with this one, as well as add it to my upcoming haul video.

I just realized, I now have half of Red Squadron from the Battle of Yavin. That's awesome.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: zedhatch on September 01, 2010, 08:45:44 PM
Just snagged Kit Fisto from Clone Wars, kept saying I woudn't but I like the head sculpt too much. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 02, 2010, 09:27:23 AM
Add another item to my upcoming haul video. I just got back from a ride to The Toy Vault at a nearby mall, finally found the Jon "Dutch" Vander Gold Leader figure. They also had the Biggs figure I won off ebay, but it was for $9.99. I got the Biggs figure off ebay for $4 and change, good thing for ebay.

Man I'm on fire as of late.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 04, 2010, 10:14:34 AM
Chalk up another one! Got the Luke Snowspeeder pilot today.

Now I just gotta get the Snowspeeder itself.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on September 04, 2010, 12:05:11 PM
give me a turkey ! i just gotta big haul

bossk 4x
ig-88 5x
sandtrooper2x
snowtrooper 3x
at at driver 2x
arc 170 starfighter 2x
lucky kekku and crumb bomber
at at commnder
prince xizor comic pack
darth krayt comic pack
the a team

and a tfu2 pack , both of them
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 501stAppo on September 05, 2010, 02:11:18 AM
I picked up:
Vintage Collection Dack Ralter
Vintage Collection Dengar
Vintage Collection AT-AT Commander

I also decided I'll now collect figures on card instead of loose as I'm running out of space anyways on my shelves and the vintage collection looks better in their boxes anyways!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 05, 2010, 07:39:00 AM
My Wal-Mart set out a case of the ROTS vintage wave. Boy that sounds wierd. Not sure I like Revenge of the Sith Vintage.

Anyhow, they did have the silver foil ugh vintage boba, luke, and clonetrooper so I picked those up. I need to go to the trade board to see if I can trade the clonetrooper for either Han or the other ugh figure from the ESB wave.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on September 05, 2010, 09:43:18 AM
I got my Sideshow Exclusive version of Emperor Palpatine the other day (pics and review to come), and I also received a nice package from Wayne, ripe with custom possibilities!  There was an ARC, an Imperial Commando, Rum Slegg, a Boba Fett, and a GG Classics bust Clone Lieutenant!  Lots to do, lots to do...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on September 05, 2010, 08:18:21 PM
is the clone wars wave 2 2010 exclusive to walmart?? i have no walmarts near me..
and i cant find it at target or toysrus  ??? ??? ??? ???
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 06, 2010, 11:29:52 AM
Ok I think this is the last item for the next week or so. Went to Wal-Mart and picked up the new Snowspeeder! Once I get the 30th Biggs pilot figure and Action Fleet A-Wing in the mail, I can do my haul video.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on September 06, 2010, 06:23:56 PM
Got sith eyes anakin yesterday, I bought him to switch out heads and body with the original Hayden looking head so that I could have a completely articulated version of my fav jedi.

Though I must say who in the hell did they have be the inspiration for this facial mold this time? Was it one of the jacksons?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on September 07, 2010, 08:00:53 PM
I managed to pick up 2 Kul Teska figures and a few mini rigs ...a week ago off ebay, but they arrived today.
If I ever get time, there are lots of ideas  for customization.
Still trying to reaquire lots of my favorite toys from my childhood.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on September 07, 2010, 09:00:27 PM

Still trying to reaquire lots of my favorite toys from my childhood.

I've been trying too do this for years now. It seems to be a fleeting gesture.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on September 08, 2010, 05:56:48 AM
Nothing new here, have seen the new Legends but leaving them for the Vintage....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 10, 2010, 10:54:52 AM
Went to Toy Vault at the nearby mall again, picked up an Action Fleet TIE Fighter and Interceptor. I want to do some touchups on my Royal Guard Interceptor, this one is just backup in case I mess up. The TIE Fighter will be used for the TIE Experimental M2. I figured I'd grab it while I was there instead of resorting to ebay later.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 501stAppo on September 11, 2010, 05:13:45 AM
Someone from my street just stopped by and left me a few cool little presents!
I got:

5 little bags of Micro Machines 1996 Star Wars figures (Most of the 'Classic Characters', 'Imperial Naval Troopers', Nien Nunb from the 'Rebel Pilots', 1 or 2 Echo Base Troopers and a few Cantina Aliens)
3 1999 Kellogs Episode 1 Busts (Darth Sidious, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker)
1 Backflipping Yoda from a Mc Donalds like fast food restaurant Called Quick

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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on September 11, 2010, 06:57:33 AM
Went to TRU and picked up a Cloud Car, Pre Cyborg Grievous/General Grievous two pack and a Revell easykit Y-Wing in damaged packaging for only 1 cent.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 11, 2010, 04:52:55 PM
Wow, Christoph that is a great deal. One cent! Ok, lookee what I found today. I dare you to find a mark on it. I couldn't. Thanks for letting me know when these hit Eric!
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I should send this into AFA if I thought I could get it there in this condition.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on September 11, 2010, 04:58:39 PM
Now that is pretty, Shawn. I picked up a foil vc sidious and a vc cody today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JonCC-1004 on September 11, 2010, 06:51:02 PM
That is the most mint box I have seen yet. I checked out two on the shelves at my local TRU and they were beat. Looked like they threw them off the truck at 35 miles an hour.

But on a better note I found two Mandalorian Speeder bikes at Wal Mart and two more Pre Vizsla's I gave my first Pre Viz to my sone who is Mando Crazy right now!!!!

Nice box thats a keeper forever.

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on September 11, 2010, 08:24:16 PM
woow man, that looks really sweet!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 12, 2010, 05:32:02 AM
Now that is pretty, Shawn. I picked up a foil vc sidious and a vc cody today.

Thanks Clint. I thought it was the prettiest thing I have seen since my wife and my daughter!

That is the most mint box I have seen yet. I checked out two on the shelves at my local TRU and they were beat. Looked like they threw them off the truck at 35 miles an hour. But on a better note I found two Mandalorian Speeder bikes at Wal Mart and two more Pre Vizsla's I gave my first Pre Viz to my sone who is Mando Crazy right now!!!!Nice box thats a keeper forever.

Thats a good find too. Yepper, I haven't seen a regular ship box this mint, let alone one this large in some time. I was lucky enough to have a toysrus person on the lookout for these and he got it off the truck himself and whisked it away to a safe place till I got down there. My momc craziness is starting to be well documented.  I bet your son is glad you are finding more items. I haven't seen those Mando bikes yet and Vizsla only once!

woow man, that looks really sweet!

Thanks! I am still psyched I have it let alone this minty. I must have looked at this same box back in 1983 or 84 and several years thereafter and my mom wouldn't even let me get the guy to take it down off the top shelf. I circled that as the only thing I wanted for xmas for years. I never got it. Yesterday I felt like a kid at Christmas getting the walker  he dreamed about for years. Mom, if you are reading this I wouldn't mind another one under the tree this year! LOL!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on September 12, 2010, 08:41:12 AM
i got the same box mine looked mint to except from a tinsy litlle scrape near the sellotape
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: jedi_ryan35 on September 12, 2010, 10:13:10 AM
Wow, Christoph that is a great deal. One cent! Ok, lookee what I found today. I dare you to find a mark on it. I couldn't. Thanks for letting me know when these hit Eric!
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I should send this into AFA if I thought I could get it there in this condition.


 I was glad to help you pal ;D. I am glad it's in real good condition too. I wanna thank you for the Camie and Fixer two- pack as well ;D ;D. Let me know if there's anything else you want me to look out for at Toys R Us. God bless to you and your family.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: von reinhardt on September 12, 2010, 11:54:10 AM
I just picked this up today with the Vintage Style Packaging, Box is near mint! Not that I collect the packaging...but it's nice to have. This walker is the biggest badest  beast to ever walk the earth...I told myself that I would not start collecting the vehicles or ships because of the price tag attached to them...but I could not resist this monster, plus it is one of my favorite vehicles from the movies. now i will have to go buy Lukes snowspeeder.....It never ends.....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 12, 2010, 12:18:43 PM
The other day I sold some POTF figures on ebay. I used the cash I got from that to finally buy the Action Fleet Saga 2002 AT-AT. I only collect from the original trilogy, so now I'm only missing the Alpha Cloud Car (although I'm in no rush to get it). As for playsets I just need The Death Star and Hoth, then I'll move onto the 18 battlepacks.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 14, 2010, 09:09:52 PM
Although not really figure/vehicle/collectible related, but I did pick up Fanboys today at Target for $9.99. A very fun movie, as a Star Wars fan I really enjoyed it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: republiccommando1164 on September 19, 2010, 03:46:20 PM
Tesco made a cock up.
got both plo koon on his speeder and anakin in the naboo thing for 10 euro total. thats 4.99 each.
GRINNING
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on September 19, 2010, 05:38:31 PM
many thanks to HB94  thanks to his generousity i was able to get the one vehicle i have been after since it was released
Clone Wars Y-wing ! what an awesome vehicle!
just some random shots
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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on September 19, 2010, 06:07:38 PM
Congratulations jay!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on September 19, 2010, 06:41:33 PM
Jay this makes me smile knowing you finaly got her. That thing is freakin' sweet! You are making me want to track down one of these for myse, uh um, Jaxon for Christmas.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on September 19, 2010, 10:06:40 PM
For my b-day:
SIDESHOW Slave Leia statue
New hoth lego
Star wars fate of the jedi: allies
Obi-wan with speeder and sidecar
Plo koon with speeder
Cad Bane with speeder
Com Cody mighty mug
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on September 20, 2010, 12:21:36 AM
Jay this makes me smile knowing you finaly got her. That thing is freakin' sweet! You are making me want to track down one of these for myse, uh um, Jaxon for Christmas.


...LOL        thx guys   i honestly thought i would never lay my hands on this vehicle
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on September 20, 2010, 05:36:54 AM
I am so far behind.  Good thing I'm on vacation for a month to try and get caught up!  I got my Sideshow Exclusive Emperor Palpatine, as well as my Sideshow Exclusive 501st Clone Trooper.  I am much happier with the 501st clone than I was the Coruscant Clone.  The 501st's undergarments were actually textured instead of printed on plastic.  I will be working on reviews of these soon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on September 24, 2010, 05:58:36 AM
New Vinty Darth Sidious on ROTS card. Finally find new stuff, there were more but cash is short at moment. Are these foils rare?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: von reinhardt on September 25, 2010, 10:03:20 AM
I like that Clone Wars Y-wing.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on September 26, 2010, 06:44:55 AM
I found some figures of the new Vintage ROTS wave (Cody, clone trooper and Magna Guard) and another Pre Vizsla at my local TRU for 9,99 each
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on September 26, 2010, 10:19:31 AM
is the helmet removable for the new clone
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on September 27, 2010, 03:29:08 AM
is the helmet removable for the new clone

that's correct
the helmet is removable
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on September 27, 2010, 12:50:39 PM
YAHOOOO!!! ( is a search engine for internet purposes )
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on September 27, 2010, 07:32:26 PM
woohoo!!! i found wave three of the clone wars
i took advantage of the 2 for $11.99 sale and bought
2 flamethrower troopers,a goji, and another arf trooper
yay!!  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FlakBait on September 28, 2010, 04:43:03 AM
Nice score man. What store did you find them at?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on September 29, 2010, 04:17:38 PM
got them at toysrus
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 29, 2010, 04:59:31 PM
I found a rots vintage wave silver foil sandtrooper. Wanting to trade it for a silver foil minty minty vader if anyone knows of one out there?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: RedLeaderOne (00fire501) on October 01, 2010, 12:15:38 AM
Hi guys,  its been crazy here,  cant be live all the figures and vehicles which have come out at my local store. Ive picked up the new Snowspeeder in the vintage box i also picked up the Tie bomber, also the new vintage figures and some have the silver foil. Its been great. :) :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on October 03, 2010, 05:06:48 AM
Foil Grevious, Foil Solo and ( Foil Darth Vader for Tamer)..... ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 03, 2010, 05:28:56 AM
Sweet! Thanks Greg! Star case that puppy up and tell it to get ready for a life in the woods!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on October 03, 2010, 06:30:09 AM
ah a life in the woods.....sounds nice.....Vader is cased in carbon.....i mean a star case and ready to go!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 07, 2010, 08:02:17 PM
Tonight in Lees Summit Walmart, I found these two new CW Battle Packs at $25 a pop.
The Mando Warriors and the Arc troopers. One of each is all they had.

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on October 09, 2010, 06:43:40 AM
I think I may have a heart attack... To Wal-Mart!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clonemedic96 on October 09, 2010, 07:07:25 AM
is it the new clone trooper articulation on those guys or the old? cant tell
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on October 09, 2010, 09:07:26 AM
nice score Clint
My local TRU got the new CW bp this week, reviews are in the review section
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on October 09, 2010, 01:55:09 PM
Nice pickup Clint! I like the Mandos, but I think the ARC troopers are higher on my must-have list. Especially with the new and improved Rex.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on October 09, 2010, 02:38:39 PM
you lucky lucky boy
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JonCC-1004 on October 09, 2010, 07:10:16 PM
From Manchester Connecticut Toys R us last Saturday, I picked up two Mando Battle packs one to open one to keep boxed. Two ARC trooper battle packs again one open one boxed. I hit the store jsut as they were building a new front store shelf display, they had to have jsut hit the shelf my LUCKY day. Went back tonight and it was wiped clean. My kids are going MANDO crazy right now. Everything from Boba Fett to Joda Kast to the battle packs we have been playing mandolorians all day!

I did also get three weeks ago the Kmart exclusive Jodo Kast. Bought three of those one to keep and two to CUSTOM!

And fresh in the mail two days ago my rocket fire Boba Fett that is a classic!

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: jediwolf69 on October 10, 2010, 03:12:18 AM
I found wave 3 or 4 of the clone wars Ki-ADi-MUNDI #2, And clone pilot GOJI @ Target in Bangor,ME. Master Mundi has sumthing worng with him so I left that one on card. let me know if you can spot whats worng.


JW
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 10, 2010, 05:30:25 AM
It is good to see you guys finding new stuff. I am still jonesing for the new vintage target cloud car and snowspeeder. I must have patience I know. Good finds Shipyards. I know folks were after that Fett pack and I do like the new helmet sculpts on the CW bp too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on October 10, 2010, 11:24:13 AM
oh yea i forgot to list all my birthday prezzies

x wing red 2

tie interceptor ( the new one ( how the hell does the seat go out )

dak ralter

red dead redemption

clone trooper

luke


han solo


leia
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on October 10, 2010, 03:53:37 PM
scored two foil vintage figures at target
bespin luke and a clone trooper
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on October 10, 2010, 04:59:00 PM
Target is now carrying the Senate Commando 2 pack and the battle pack with Rex and Sgt. Slick,Gus, and Chopper.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 13, 2010, 07:21:22 AM
Stopped at Toy Vault to get Tamer's boxed Action Fleet TIE Fighter. Before that I stopped in the other Toy Vault store, the soon-to-be-closed one, picked up an Action Fleet X-wing, only the Luke figure was missing. Two bucks.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on October 13, 2010, 08:31:24 AM
Great find for $2! I need to replace mine, one of the guns is broke off. Keep an eye out for a brother!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 13, 2010, 08:39:32 AM
Great find for $2! I need to replace mine, one of the guns is broke off. Keep an eye out for a brother!

Just the laser cannon? If so I got dozens of them. I'd be happy enough to send you one!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on October 17, 2010, 07:59:06 AM
I purchased both the "Defense of Hoth" and "Attack on Hoth" battle packs today.  Glad I went looking today.  There were only three of these packs on the shelves when I got there this morning; and I bought two of them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on October 17, 2010, 08:42:55 AM
Yea Dave just the cannon. That would be awesome!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on October 17, 2010, 10:53:00 AM
I purchased both the "Defense of Hoth" and "Attack on Hoth" battle packs today.  Glad I went looking today.  There were only three of these packs on the shelves when I got there this morning; and I bought two of them.

Mind telling how much you spent on them?  Are these the older ones (Target Exclusives, I think) or newer ones?  (I know there's an Assault On Hoth pack that is a Blizzard Force Scout and speeder bike, Vader, and Snowtrooper)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on October 17, 2010, 11:06:57 AM
Obviously, I picked up a Naboo Star Skiff earlier this week.  ;)

Also, Legacy Cody to turn into a Legacy Phase I Cody.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on October 17, 2010, 12:55:03 PM
I purchased both the "Defense of Hoth" and "Attack on Hoth" battle packs today.  Glad I went looking today.  There were only three of these packs on the shelves when I got there this morning; and I bought two of them.

Mind telling how much you spent on them?  Are these the older ones (Target Exclusives, I think) or newer ones?  (I know there's an Assault On Hoth pack that is a Blizzard Force Scout and speeder bike, Vader, and Snowtrooper)

They were $40 a piece.  I'm too lazy to get out my camera but I happen to have this picture on my desktop.  (Shows you how much I was anticipating these.)

 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on October 17, 2010, 01:03:33 PM
Nice score!  I'm only a little jealous...  8)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on October 17, 2010, 04:14:01 PM
Really nice!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 18, 2010, 04:46:47 PM
Sweet deal. I would love to have your personal pic and I can put your find on the front page.

Looks like its time to make a target run. Were the vintage ships there by chance?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on October 18, 2010, 05:25:55 PM
Looks like its time to make a target run. Were the vintage ships there by chance?

Yes, the vintage ships were there.  I'll see if I can get a good picture of these packs I purchased tomorrow--sunlight through a window seems to help my pictures quite a bit and it's dark now.  Plus, I'm feeling lazy at the moment.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 18, 2010, 05:37:03 PM
Looks like its time to make a target run. Were the vintage ships there by chance?

Yes, the vintage ships were there.  I'll see if I can get a good picture of these packs I purchased tomorrow--sunlight through a window seems to help my pictures quite a bit and it's dark now.  Plus, I'm feeling lazy at the moment.

LOL. I know the feeling. Congrats on finding those pacs, I want em bad!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on October 18, 2010, 08:30:13 PM
So I went out looking today and these things just somehow showed up in my bags!!

Dooku w/ Speeder Bike
Naboo Star Skiff (already disassembled with base paint applied - yes, I had ANOTHER idea for one)
TVP/TVC/Ripoff 4LOM  (you know - that vintage packaging travesty Kenn- er, Hasbro has foisted upon us)
as above AT-AT Commander
comic pack Gen. Weir/Storm Commander

(sadly, no transformer motorcycles I could pick up...)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on October 19, 2010, 03:48:53 PM
Picture of the new purchases.  Kind of sad how I've been gunning for these for so long, and still haven't opened them up. 

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on October 19, 2010, 06:26:37 PM
Yes, only a little jealous...   :'(   ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 19, 2010, 07:23:13 PM
Picked up another Corran Horn/Whistler 2-pack today, using the Corran figure for a custom. Posting in the custom figures section very shortly.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 20, 2010, 03:14:59 AM
Thanks BR I will post on that today, they sure look mint. I hope to find mine soon! I might have to call the closest target just to see if they are there or call in a favor from a friend who lives down there.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 20, 2010, 08:13:14 AM
Anyone know the dcpi number for those two hoth bps? I haven't seen em or the target endcap in my stores either.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on October 20, 2010, 08:59:29 AM
got  TCW Wave 5 Embo,Shaak Ti and Boba Fet   as well as the Nikto Guard in the post this morning
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/201020102206.jpg) (http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/201020102207.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/201020102208.jpg) (http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/201020102209.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/201020102210.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on October 20, 2010, 11:40:08 AM
awesome Jay
Boba and Embo look great and I really like Shaak Ti's Jedi robe
thx for the Embo review and I hope you'll also make reviews on Boba and Shaak Ti
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on October 20, 2010, 12:10:13 PM
Really awesome jay, boba and embo looks great!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on October 23, 2010, 09:05:52 AM
Well I caved to Tamer's peer pressure.  Just kidding.   :)  I bought this of my own free will.

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on October 23, 2010, 09:20:05 AM
Man that vintage packaging is sweet BR! Great scores Jay! They all look great but Embo steals the show!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 23, 2010, 10:12:43 AM
Since the Titanium line has been discontinued, I ran into a nice surprise at work today. They were getting rid of the ones they had left (they've had the same ones for months now). They were on clearance for $3.49. Before I left I bought 5 which came to about $20 with my employee discount. I got a Magnaguard Starfighter, Xanadu Blood, two Viragos, and Hound's Tooth.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on October 23, 2010, 12:22:11 PM
Great vintage packaging man!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 501stAppo on October 24, 2010, 03:40:02 AM
I went to the F.A.C.T.S. Convention and I bought:

Silver Foil Magnaguard

(http://img130.imageshack.us/img130/3756/9320465.jpg)

Boba Fett

(http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/4418/9320466.jpg)

Silver Foil Commander Cody

(http://img693.imageshack.us/img693/462/9320467.jpg)

30th Anniversary Lando Calrissian, went to Billy Dee Williams' table and got it signed :D

(http://img218.imageshack.us/img218/645/9320463.jpg)

(http://img181.imageshack.us/img181/8611/9320464.jpg)

I also became a member of Teekay 421, the Belgian Star Wars Fanclub of which Jeremy Bulloch accepted the title as Godfather and has a column in every issue of the magazine with stories of his life and conventions he is attending.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on October 24, 2010, 07:19:09 AM
Sounds like you had a good time at the convention!  I'm digging the Lando-autographed fig you got there, very nice!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on October 24, 2010, 08:13:07 AM
Yeah, that autographed Lando is great!!  Mr. Williams gave Pat a *great* interview a while back, too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 501stAppo on October 24, 2010, 08:43:54 AM
Yeah, mr. Williams was very kind and he was smiling the whole time. He was enjoying his stay here in Belgium.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on October 24, 2010, 09:55:25 AM
woow man raelly nice, the lando autographed is awesome!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 24, 2010, 11:35:58 AM
Well I caved to Tamer's peer pressure.  Just kidding.   :)  I bought this of my own free will.



Wow. You are killing me. Looks spectacular. I haven't found any of em yet!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on October 24, 2010, 02:10:57 PM
I have been awefully busy lately so not much time to check in and post. Work and family and all that.... leaves me not much time.
My birthday was last month so I treated myself to a few goodies.
I took advantage of the Toysrus special and got the Rise of Boba Fett BP  for less than retail along with a free Nikto guard. The ships alone in this thing are amazing and this Slave 1 is HUGE. Very good thing to pick up, but the price is a bit steep.
I also got a few single carded figures at Walmart... Clone pilot Goji, the FlameTrooper, a pair of Camo ARF Troopers,  red packaging CW White Magna Guard, CW Aurra Sing, and CW Ki Adi Mundi.
Since I have not had much luck finding new items locally in a long while, I have searched far and wide on ebay for anything and bid liberally.
As a result I also managed to win 2 Windu JSFs, 1 missing a missile and no figs, the other complete with the  Ani and Mace  figs. Very reasonably priced and each for much less than I expected to pay. I also picked up a pair of V-wing Fighters, 1 complete and 1 minus all missiles... both for less than 1 boxed including shipping.
I also had been wanting the Anti-Hailfire Squad BP.... but not for the retail price... I bid for each fig in the BP repeatedly until I was able to complete the set or close enough. I managed to get the Squads Commander fig, 2 Aerial Trooper figs and 1 Gunner with cannon. Much better without 2 Stone sculpt troopers.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on October 25, 2010, 01:08:47 AM
I got two of the new Revell eayskit wave. The AT-TE and the attack shuttle.
I will make reviews very soon
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on October 26, 2010, 12:00:10 PM
i went to france for the week and got these
silver foil clone
boba fett
saga apartment fett
saga bossk
saga clone
gi joe ice dagger
and vintage sandtrooper witch im gunna weather
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on October 28, 2010, 11:11:23 AM
is all the rots vintage figures silver foil ?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on October 28, 2010, 11:29:16 AM
Hi, Look what the mail just bring to me!!!!

Tomorrow is my birthday and i was waiting to put my hands on this one!!!!
 vadsab



Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on October 28, 2010, 04:25:22 PM
Unfortunately they dont have that game available for PS2, which is the newest game system I own. It makes a good case to update soon.
I was lucky yesterday. I went about 50 miles out of my way on my way home from work early, and stopped in an out of the way Walmart. The only new thing they had was the new Mandalorian Warriors BP. I picked it up immediately.
And in the mail today I received some of my Ebay purchases from last week..... 2 more loose Mandalorian Warriors from this same BP, the Gus, Chopper and SGT Slick from the Hidden Enemy BP, and the CPT Rex with sniper rifle from the ARC Troopers BP.
I am liking the new larger helmet and hairdo on Rex, and that rifle is pretty nice. Good candidates for casting.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on October 28, 2010, 05:32:21 PM
Clone Commando EVO pack arrived by mail from ebay today!  (yes, this is pack #2...HAD to have another one!)
also from ebay,
Hoth Trooper heavy blaster cannon
4x Jawas (2x legacy, 2x TCW)


DRS, I agree on that sniper rifle!  I'm definitely up for one if Clint makes a cast of it.  Too funny - I saw a toy gun set in the Dollar Store that had a pistol almost identical to the ones that ship in the Mando BP.  I *almost* grabbed the Mando BP to use as younger and/or female Mandos.  Might do so yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on October 28, 2010, 05:37:51 PM
Is that Hoth Trooper Heavy Blaster cannon similar to the Eweb? Not worth a Figure repack purchase, but good enough for Ebay purchase if the price and shipping are alright.
Or is this the rebel set I have not seen but in pictures?

Oh... I also got the TFU2 book afew weeks ago and have read it 3 times already.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on October 29, 2010, 06:34:35 AM
Kinda like an eweb, but smaller.  It is the gun that shipped with the bearded Hoth Rebel a few waves ago. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on October 29, 2010, 09:26:25 AM
Picked up TFU II for the PC for 44,99€
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: zedhatch on October 29, 2010, 07:39:39 PM
FInally found my fire clone, I dig it a great deal. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on October 29, 2010, 08:56:21 PM
That is a nice figure, and the flamethrower is pretty well made but doesnt fit the hands the best.
And the flame effects are a bit hard to fit into the weapon, and they make the figure a bit top heavy when posing.
Virtually imposible to do without using the stand.
Too bad I wont see another. I was amazed I managed to find the first one.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on October 31, 2010, 10:20:20 AM
I went to a local target 40 miles away in  search of the new swag that is exclusive to the store.
They had both the Attack on Hoth and Defense of Hoth sets. Both looked great but the boxes were in pretty bad shape. I had to pass due to the price.
They also had the 2 multi figure BPs Hostage Crisis and Hidden Enemy. I managed to get the Hidden Enemy troopers last week off ebay, so I picked up the Hostage Crisis set. I am liking all the figs in this one. The weakest figure being Robonino who lacks much articulation yet is a solid figure sculpt.
I wanted the Senate Commando set in multiples, but all they had was the Cad Bane with IG Assassin droid in multiples, which made for an easy pass for me since they appear to be true repacks which I own in multiples already.
I had to resort to getting the Senate Commando packs from the Target website... in multiples.  Cant wait for them to arrive.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 02, 2010, 05:52:02 PM
Been a while since I posted here.  In several different outings, I scored these beauties.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 02, 2010, 05:52:57 PM
Oh, I also got this redemption figure that I had been waiting months for.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on November 02, 2010, 05:58:56 PM
I do wish I had picked up enough loose figures to get a Nadar Vebb.  I always thought he looked very cool.

I got my Gentle Giant Slave Leia mini-bust today!  She's awesome, so keep an eye out for her video review!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on November 02, 2010, 06:02:20 PM
Great score clint!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on November 02, 2010, 06:11:41 PM
I do wish I had picked up enough loose figures to get a Nadar Vebb.  I always thought he looked very cool.

I got my Gentle Giant Slave Leia mini-bust today!  She's awesome, so keep an eye out for her video review!

Pat i have a Nahdar Vebb in my sales thread
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on November 03, 2010, 02:15:21 PM
Clint, I am jealous just so you know. >:(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on November 04, 2010, 11:43:07 PM
Well 29 of october was my birthday and i had the oportunity to buy some figures, i Get the Clone wars 2010 Kit Fisto, Ki Adi Mundi, the flametrohwer trooper, the clone tank commander and the aerial recon trooper plus a lot of figures to make new customs.

here some pics!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on November 06, 2010, 09:51:11 AM
belated happy b-day CL

I scored:
Revell Grievous starfighter
Revell Ahsoka's Jedi starfighter
flamethrower clone trooper
clone pilot Goji
Vintage Boba Fett
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on November 06, 2010, 06:19:44 PM
belated happy b-day CL

I scored:
Revell Grievous starfighter
Revell Ahsoka's Jedi starfighter
flamethrower clone trooper
clone pilot Goji
Vintage Boba Fett

Thanks fiala, really nice score man!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on November 06, 2010, 06:28:06 PM
just picked up the new Vintage ROTJ  R2-D2     check out the review here

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=5370.0
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 07, 2010, 05:00:22 AM
everyone is making some good scores. Can't wait to see what you think on that Slave Liea bust Pat.

Ah, its time I found something!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on November 07, 2010, 06:35:14 AM
i wouldnt call this a haul ill call it a MEGA !! haul

cad bane
sandtrooper x3
new vintage sandie x2
boushh
tcw 3p0
vintage 3p0
vintage han
vintage luke
sl clone x 7
cody x2
rupublic gundhip x2
y wing x2


and a at at
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on November 07, 2010, 06:10:07 PM
I had to go out of town to Hutchinson Kansas over the weekend for work, and while gone I received lots of stuff I had ordered in the mail.
From EE, I received the Rishi Moon Outpost BP that I have been trying to get forever. I also got another Mando with speederbike BP, 2 white packaged CW IG Assassin droids and a copy of Dark Times #0 to go with the 3 Graphic novels I have from the series. Wish it wasnt so hard or expensive to get the entire series already.
Off Ebay I received 2 more CW Mandos, a Mando policeman, another mando speederbike, a Target exclusive CW Senate Commando 2 pack , and another ARC Trooper BP Rex.
And my Target package came in containing 2 more exclusive Senate Commando 2 packs.
And while we were out shopping for other stuff, I picked up a CW SA Kit Fisto for my son, and my wife got me the Ani with Naboo Skiff BP.
I was kind of upset because the Walmart had the AT-AT for $89.99 and I forgot my clone cash for ships at home.
And I have spent far too much this pay period already.
But I will definitely be going back out to see if this price is available locally, or just there.
I so want this monster, and I dont think I can beat the price.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 07, 2010, 06:12:39 PM
Great Scores, Guys. Dana, is this the same clone cash from last year?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on November 07, 2010, 06:35:21 PM
It has the pic of Rex same as all the packaging and says $5 off, but it specifies what it may be used for.
I have found 4 pieces so far, wasnt willing to buy more figs I already own yet, and all were in CW figs.
1 type says $5 off the purchase of a ship priced over $20, this I have found 3 of, but was holding them for reduced prices.
The other says $5 off the purchase of a lightsaber purchase of $15 or more.
I have been looking, but the only packages I have seen them in were the pegwarmer Ani, Obi, Ahsoka, re-re-re-repack figs.
If I already have like 5 of them, I really dont want 5 more. If they were in clones then I ould not think about it, I would just get them and make a few customs with them.
You should be able to see the clone cash in the packages same as last time, but it is blue and looks a bit like the exclusive internet code pack in.
Check for 3 sheets inside, 1 white figure order form, the internet code, and the blue clone cash.
There may be more, but these are the ones I have found thus far.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 07, 2010, 06:38:52 PM
thanks for that info. I will have to keep my eyes peeled. If you have a pic, that could be a good front page story as this is the first i had heard of the clone cash resurfacing.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on November 07, 2010, 07:12:28 PM
I will try to post a few picks here now. Not too good with my phone and camera yet, but learning.
first should be the cash itself.
(http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab33/danarsmith/20101107194517.jpg)
next should be the lightsaber
(http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab33/danarsmith/20101107194540.jpg)
lastly should be the ships
(http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab33/danarsmith/20101107194600.jpg)
Let us know if anyone else has found any of these.
Almost clear enough to read... the most important part is the expiration date in the top right hand corner of April 1 2011.
April fools day....
I found these with the Camo ARF Trooper, Ki adi Mundi, Goji, and the Flametrooper from the same wave... the most recent one out here near me.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 07, 2010, 07:48:06 PM
Thanks for the pics. Putting this on the front page now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on November 07, 2010, 09:09:12 PM
mmm intressting!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: RedLeaderOne (00fire501) on November 08, 2010, 03:41:39 AM
Hi guys, I know a guy who runs a toy store in town and he has a order of new figures coming in this week ( Legends), he said that he will hold them for me  before he puts them out on the pegs, so I can pick the one's I want. I will post you what I find when it happens.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 08, 2010, 05:46:28 PM
Great story Clint and Dana thanks for the pics and the details!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: damonsfast on November 08, 2010, 08:22:28 PM
so i made friends with this guy at the flea market about a year age and he sells toys, i gave him my number and we deal ;), well 2 day ago he call me and said he got a few boxs of SW 4 me to check out, i when over to his house, and he gave me a trash bag and said 50$ full the bag up  :o and SO i did 8 comic packs, 10 vintage cards, a sh*t ton of  clones/ droids and a few ships, 3 battle packs, and a few at-sts, i was so happy after, i wish the army would pay more so i could get more toys  :'(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on November 08, 2010, 09:00:09 PM
so i made friends with this guy at the flea market about a year age and he sells toys, i gave him my number and we deal ;), well 2 day ago he call me and said he got a few boxs of SW 4 me to check out, i when over to his house, and he gave me a trash bag and said 50$ full the bag up  :o and SO i did 8 comic packs, 10 vintage cards, a sh*t ton of  clones/ droids and a few ships, 3 battle packs, and a few at-sts, i was so happy after, i wish the army would pay more so i could get more toys  :'(
wooow Sweet deal man!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 09, 2010, 10:04:53 AM
damonsfast I would love to see a pic of that haul. Sounds great!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on November 11, 2010, 02:33:43 AM
Damonfast you are lucky man. Happy Veterans Day.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 14, 2010, 09:50:40 AM
Got some goodies this week. Finally found my Swamp Speeder, picked up most of the new VTC wave, Got the senate commandos pack and the CW astro, and finally, picked up two minty vintage style boxed vehicles for my buddy, Tamer.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 14, 2010, 09:58:27 AM
Wow! They look fantastic Clint. Thanks!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on November 14, 2010, 11:39:24 AM
Great finds Clint. I havent seen most of the Vintage figures near me... lots of clones and Obi and Ani figs and a few Bespin Lukes and Hoth Hans. They all look great, but I think they will be around for a while. I am not a big  foil hunter, so no big deal for me.
I passed on the swamp speeder.... this time. My sons birthday and Christmas are both coming up real soon.
I noticed Walmart.com has the Millenium Falcon and AT-AT both available only online at sales prices.. and I am stuck on the fence.... I want both real bad, but not sure I want the trouble it will cause with my wife right now. I missed the Falcon last time waiting for a sale that sold out nearly overnight.
And the Christmas Catalog from Target has a $20 off coupon for the AT-AT which can be used in store or online.... but only instore with the Ship clonecash for an additional $5 off. $74+ tax is not bad for this beauty
We did pick up a pair of figures at a local walmart.... the new CW Grievous(contained another piece of clonecash good for a $20+ ship purchase and the new CW SA Mace Windu with Jango helmet bomb( no clone cash here).
I did check other figure packaging and saw a few more pieces, but am not buying more Dooku or other figures i dont want just for the clonecash this time.
I wish they had it for figure purchases... if they do I havent found any... just ships and lightsabers. But the $5 off a $15 lightsaber is a fair deal too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on November 14, 2010, 12:11:21 PM
Is the Swamp Speeder a store exclusive?  I want one!!  I have an idea that uses the Senate Commandos figures, too, that would be really fast and funny, if I happen to get close to a Target to pick them up.  (read: they are a low priority at this time)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on November 14, 2010, 12:14:10 PM
I dont think it is an exclusive, Doc. I saw it in a target and WM just yesterday. Almost identical prices too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on November 14, 2010, 12:42:31 PM
That's encouraging!!

My deal two days ago, apartment Jango & Flame Clone.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on November 14, 2010, 01:06:57 PM
I only ever saw 1 flame clone and I picked him up, naturally.
I think I got another pair coming in the mail this week bought off ebay too.
Has anyone made a softgoods winter ops Rex? I swear I have seen one somewhere.
That may be the plan for one of these guys...
Does painting the brown Kama sound discouraging to anyone else as well?
And gluing on holsters may be harder than I initially thought...
Maybe I should just let someone else do this one first and steal their technique.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on November 16, 2010, 07:26:41 PM
Today I received that pair of Flametroopers and the both the red and blue phase 1.5ARC troopers from the new ARC troopers BP.
These are pretty nice, but I kind of expected better. The helmets and Kama and parts of the new sculpt are really nice, but some other parts are not.
I guess I will need multiples for comparison.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on November 16, 2010, 08:51:46 PM
I don't know if I mentioned it or not, but lately I found both silver foil versions of Darth Vader/Anakin Skywalker and Emperor Palpatine, minty fresh.  I also got my Gentle Giant Slave Leia mini-bust as well.  I've got the photos taken, I just need to put the guide together!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on November 17, 2010, 05:46:05 AM
Boys, I hit the mother-load this morning--entire Return of the Jedi wave at Walmart.   :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on November 17, 2010, 06:11:38 AM
Nice score! I was able to pick up Admiral Ackbar and a Gamorian Guard at Target yesterday. Now I just need 11 more Gamorians!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on November 17, 2010, 08:28:56 AM
You want a DOZEN Gammoreans???  What on Earth do you have in mind???  Does anyone know if the Admiral Ackbar will come with a silver foil card or not?  I haven't found any information regarding this, but that is one I'll pick up for sure, and would love it in a foil card.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on November 17, 2010, 10:18:58 AM
The head from one will be used to make "Piggy" a pilot in X-Wing Rogue Squadron. Another will be a fan fiction gladiator type custom I have had in my head for years and didn't want to do it with the old POTF figure. Then you need about 9 or 10 wandering around Jabba's palace.  ;)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on November 17, 2010, 10:31:18 AM
Today I received a large shipment.
including:

-commander Drax
-Zero G stormtrooper
-7th legion trooper
-clone trainee
-McQ. concept snowtrooper
-TFU Shaak Ti
-deluxe clone trooper with jetpack
-assault on Ryloth bp
-CC exclusive X-Wing Luke

-Clone Wars season 2 (DVD)
-Death Troopers (Der Todeskreuzer)
-the complete Star Wars Encyclopedia
 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on November 17, 2010, 11:33:39 AM
Does anyone know if the Admiral Ackbar will come with a silver foil card or not?  I haven't found any information regarding this, but that is one I'll pick up for sure, and would love it in a foil card.

I thought Hasbro mentioned on an another site's Q&A that foil cards were limited to the previous wave.  Can anyone second that information?  If that's the case, Ackbar will not be on a foil card.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on November 17, 2010, 04:04:14 PM
Wooow fiala thats amazing!!! :o :o
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on November 17, 2010, 04:52:35 PM
got 4 astro's for my collection(its been a touch neglected  recently) today from Tunghori
from the new Battle For Endor multipacks
R5-P9
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/171120102588.jpg) (http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/171120102582.jpg)

R2-T7
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/171120102589.jpg) (http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/171120102584.jpg)

CB-3D
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/171120102590.jpg) (http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/171120102592.jpg)

Clones & Droids UK Exclusive Multipack  Silver R2-D2
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/171120102595.jpg) (http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/171120102593.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on November 17, 2010, 06:44:22 PM
Nice astro´s jay!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on November 17, 2010, 06:49:21 PM
These look great Jay! I knew you would be the first to get these new astros. haha My faves are R5-P9 and R2-T7. I can't wait to get these for my collection. That exclusive R2-D2 looks great! I have never seen it before now. What a great score!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on November 18, 2010, 09:51:56 PM
Those astros sure do look great. I have been contemplating picking them up on ebay or not.
Today I received another pair of  packages bought on ebay.
One contained the Red and Blue phase1.5 ARC Troopers, another arctic Rex, and the plain 212th trooper from the troopers and droids BP.
The other was just another cannon from the anti-hailfire squad BP.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on November 19, 2010, 11:53:30 AM
I picked up the TCW AT-RT with ARF Trooper Boil. I had a few bucks left so I picked up the new packaging Saga Legends Jango Fett (apartment Jango).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on November 19, 2010, 01:38:59 PM
i seriously need to do this custom so i went and bought a cad bane for his hat . screw waiting for the new one .
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 19, 2010, 03:52:38 PM
I picked up the TCW AT-RT with ARF Trooper Boil. I had a few bucks left so I picked up the new packaging Saga Legends Jango Fett (apartment Jango).
what store did you find this atrt and boil figure at?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 19, 2010, 04:08:03 PM
looks like walmart is hitting again. Just got a call from the wife. She is bringing me home the new Wal-Mart Exclusive Tie  Bomber.

I wasn't really worried about getting it, but she said the box was pretty good so I went with it. She said it looked like there was a good bit of new stuff.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on November 19, 2010, 06:52:26 PM
Hey CloneHead I got it at Target for $16.99. The TCW figures were all marked down to $6.00. They had the Target exclusive Geonosis arena two packs for $9.99 also. They had the Tactical droid with his mini-rig tank, snow clone w/freeco speeder. One of the Geonosis two-packs had a Shaak Ti that looked pretty good. I thought I was gonna pick up Count Dooku but I didn't like his head sculpt.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on November 21, 2010, 09:35:25 AM
ahhh scored two camo arfs at toysrus for 10.99 butt no arc troopers battle pack
 :'( anyone kno where to find it??
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 21, 2010, 08:58:36 PM
Nice droids, Jay! I found these goodies at target and walmart today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on November 22, 2010, 12:37:01 PM
Nice pickup CloneHead! I think Jay was looking for an extra R4-P17 if you want to make a deal with him. I need two of Jabba's guards to go with the giant slug.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on November 22, 2010, 12:42:11 PM
i need that mando trooperv
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on November 22, 2010, 12:45:21 PM
Great pickup clint!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on November 22, 2010, 04:33:43 PM
Saw the TIE Bomber out in force at a not-quite-local WalMart and showed the wifey.  Same store had one AT-RT w/ Boil.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on November 22, 2010, 09:02:36 PM
yes!! i found the arc troopers battle pack!!!
im so happy!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on November 23, 2010, 08:32:50 AM
Congrats!  I've only seen ONE SET out of four WalMarts I can get to semi-regularly.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on November 23, 2010, 08:34:25 AM
I'm hoping I get it for Christmas, for I can't seem to find it...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on November 24, 2010, 12:40:21 PM
u can get it online at target :D
http://www.target.com/Star-Wars-Clone-Battle-Troopers/dp/B003A6GH62/ref=sc_qi_detaillink
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on November 26, 2010, 08:40:02 AM
I ordered this BP and a few others on EE a few weeks back and they said ship in November when I ordered... days after I received one order I rechecked shipping dates and they said December.... now this morning they are saying January....
On another note, I did manage to pick up some newer stuf in stores at the end of last week.
I picked up the Freeco speeder with 501st snowtrooper, I finally found the Droid Commander with Tank, and a CW R2-D2 with tool arms and jets.and I did get to use a piece of Clone Cash
Also picked up a CW Ki Adi and another Rex for my son... he keeps losing the pistols and eating on his helmet... this is the last one I am buying him... and both figures contained the Clone Cash... both for lightsabers.... arent there only 3 new lightsabers?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on November 26, 2010, 09:07:13 AM
I saw the Clone Cash with the lightsabers on it, too.  I was a bit dissapointed, as I thought it was on all figures, lol.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on November 26, 2010, 12:41:59 PM
I wish it was.
I just bought the ARF Boil with AT-RT and CW Shak Ti.
I guess I wll have a pair of them when EE finally ships the one I orderd from them.
Used Clonecash for ships to buy it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on November 26, 2010, 04:23:05 PM
I also got home and had a new CW Boba Fett, another CW Nikto Guard, and another CW Shak Ti waiting in the mailbox.
My son is so mad at me now. His birthday is on the 2nd of December and I keep buying so many toys for myself.
I also picked up another Snow Rex, CW R2-D2, CW yellow Battle droid commander, a Transformers Crossovers AT-TE and Republic Gunship, and Geonosian Assault Coleman Trebor and Jango Fett 2 pack.... amongst other stuff for him for his Birthday.
I was lucky to get clothes and crayons and coloring books.... my kids are spoiled rotten.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on November 26, 2010, 04:40:53 PM
I got from a trade, a Mystique Marvel Universe figure from Zedhatch.  Thanks Zed!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on November 29, 2010, 06:39:16 PM
Received a CW Embo figure ordered off ebay almost a week ago.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on December 04, 2010, 09:28:22 AM
I finally found the ARC trooper pack. Also picked up the Hidden Enemy pack.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on December 08, 2010, 07:14:47 PM
I went to toysrus to try and get a CW Y-wing for 50% off.... they were sold out. And no AT-AT or other ships I wanted.
Tonight I finally found new figures though. The Legends and Vintage selection was not appealing... same as always.
I did pick up the CW Quinlan Vos, Cato Parasitti, Undead Geonosian, and Clone trooper Draa.
I almost picked up all the Undead Geonosians they had, but remembered I like to sleep inside when it is cold out.
Better not to test that.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 09, 2010, 07:54:33 AM
Cool finds folks.

I haven't seen either of those bps in the store yet.

I also recieved word my order was processed for my GG 21-B!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 09, 2010, 09:14:40 AM
I did hit a tru yesterday and picked up two y-wings for 1/2 off. I also picked up 4 galactic heroes packs for 1/2 off.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 09, 2010, 09:29:34 AM
Has anyone found the target 9 packs yet?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on December 09, 2010, 06:47:39 PM
we have them here... or had them for the past 2 weeks now... just 1 left tonight. nowhere near minty either.
not of big interest to me... they do look good, but not a must buy for me..
and i have some of the figures already from the recent release.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on December 10, 2010, 05:48:52 AM
Shawn, are you talking about the extreemly long packages with the Empire Strikes Back figures? I saw several yesterday at Target.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 10, 2010, 08:46:05 AM
Shawn, are you talking about the extreemly long packages with the Empire Strikes Back figures? I saw several yesterday at Target.

Yepper those are the ones. That is the last (to get) item on my ESB list.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 10, 2010, 04:55:35 PM
I will put my feelers out for em as I prowl the isles tomorrow, buddy.

My brother sent my this Halmark ornament in the mail this week. This snowspeeder looks great and has several voice and sound effects recording of Luke's defense of Echo base on Hoth.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 11, 2010, 04:25:08 AM
That looks cool Clint. I will have to let Santa know that would be a good gift for me. I really ought to do just a Star Wars tree one year. I know I have enough halmark ornments now for a regular sized tree.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on December 11, 2010, 06:39:35 AM
That is a great looking snow speeder! It also looks about the size of the action fleet vehicles. Do you have any of them to give us a comparison shot Clint? Tamer I am with you, we also need a second tree for all our SW ornaments. Most of them are on a small tree in Jaxon's room but I have a pretty decent size box of them in the attic that are not even in use this year. My wife said let's not use them this year, it is christmas not Luke Skywalkers birth day! haha Don't worry my Christmas Yoda and R-2 and C3 are proudly displayed on their stands!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 11, 2010, 10:13:42 AM
it is christmas not Luke Skywalkers birth day!

I swear I heard that same quote from my wife a few xmases ago. Swear it! Thanks to you I finally have my falcon back. All those ornaments you got me are now on my tree. My little girl likes the stormtrooper one the best. She even took it into school for her show and tell. Hilarioius.

That being said, I will get this thread back on track by stating that my bust is on its way. Yippeeee! Pat and I were both wowed by this one when we saw it live at CV.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on December 11, 2010, 07:51:48 PM
I have a crap load coming my way this week, and I wish I was home on Friday for UPS to get here so I didn't have to wait again!  I have the Sideshow Collectibles 12" Blackhole Stormtrooper on its way, along with a 2-1B mini bust and the ANH Luke Skywalker mini bust.  I honestly don't know which item I'm most excited for.  Thank the Maker I have 2 part time jobs to pay for this stuff, because GG is going to bleed me dry this month alone!  I think I still have 3 or 4 more busts coming this month!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 12, 2010, 08:53:56 AM
Well Pat, it seems to either be feast or famine with GG doesn't it! Still, the quality on most of their stuff is amazing.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 14, 2010, 02:50:55 PM
I got my 21-B Bust today and it is awesome. It arrived pristine and there wasn't a ding on any part of it. What a great looking bust.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on December 15, 2010, 06:03:59 AM
I agree, Shawn.  Mine came yesterday as well, and it looks so awesome all lit up!  I need to snap some pics of it and get a review going, but I also realized I'm behind still from CV with mini bust reviews...this isn't going to be pleasant...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 15, 2010, 06:53:02 AM
I agree, Shawn.  Mine came yesterday as well, and it looks so awesome all lit up!  I need to snap some pics of it and get a review going, but I also realized I'm behind still from CV with mini bust reviews...this isn't going to be pleasant...

LOL. I just decided now I am gonna have to have both versions of the Hoth Leia and the Blue Coat Han Solo. Talk about unpleasant to my wallet! I am glad MWC has a deal going on now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on December 15, 2010, 01:46:26 PM
Picked up Mando pack, scout tank with tactical droid, and Dack.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on December 18, 2010, 10:11:11 AM
Picked up the Target exclusive Attack on Hoth pack today!!! I also picked up another AT-AT Commander so I can transfer his armor to the AT-ST Driver.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on December 20, 2010, 09:58:01 AM
I managed to get some more new stuff over the weekend.
I bought my first Vintage collection figure... first for myself anyways.... skiff guard Woof. Really brings back memories, and this one is so much better than the original... at least to me.
I also picked up R4-P44 and another camo ARF trooper... with vehicle clone cash....
Makes me feel like Mel Gibson's character from Conspiracy Theory... every time I see an ARF Trooper I feel the need to buy it, just like him and his book. Sometimes I do and others I dont... more often i do.
I also got a few more figs off ebay... I picked up the IG-88, Zuckuss, 4-LOM, and Dengar Galactic Heroes because I just couldnt resist them for $1 each, another pair of Captain Rex figs( Ihave more Rex figs than Arf Troopers), another ARF trooper( Dooohhhh), Snow Rex and I finally managed to get a Thi Sen figure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 20, 2010, 05:12:05 PM
Well my wife told me to get myself a decent xmas present besides tires (our mutal gift I thought was it). As some of you know I have been back and forth on this all of last week and it arrived today. I just don't know how to describe it. To say this looks like it just came out of the case is an understatement. I am estatic. I have been wanting one of these for years. My last pic shows its home.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/Tamer%20continued/bmb1.gif)
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/Tamer%20continued/bmb6.gif)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 20, 2010, 05:15:31 PM
Now that is pretty in your case!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 20, 2010, 05:52:38 PM
Now that is pretty in your case!

For a carded and boxed guy like myself I was preparing myself for all sorts of potential box damages and creases and crushes, etc, but this thing looks awesome.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on December 20, 2010, 06:48:55 PM
Shawn, way to go on this one.  I am seriously jealous, and now want to go trolling for one myself.  Absolutely stunning.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 20, 2010, 06:56:34 PM
Shawn, way to go on this one.  I am seriously jealous, and now want to go trolling for one myself.  Absolutely stunning.

Pat I always give you a hard time about getting me hooked on these, but talk about great quality. The guy was willing to deal with all my condition questions and then knocked some deniro off so it felt good so I jumped. I don't regret it one bit. So, thank you guy for spotlighting these. This one I do think is one of those must haves.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on December 20, 2010, 08:50:18 PM
Wooow and wooow tamer, i would kill for that boba!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on December 20, 2010, 09:34:57 PM
That Boba is sweeeeeet!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on December 20, 2010, 09:42:24 PM
You did indeed get a bargain on that Boba, Tamer. I just cant get permission to make that kind of purchase.
I am so envious.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 21, 2010, 06:07:23 AM
You did indeed get a bargain on that Boba, Tamer. I just cant get permission to make that kind of purchase.
I am so envious.

I must say I am blessed with a wife who supports, even though she doesn't understand, my hobby. This was one I have been eyeballing for a bit and when t he opportunity presented itself and everything seemed to just work out I jumped. It is perhaps the nicest item I have added to my collection in some time.

That Boba is sweeeeeet!

Indeed it is. Now if I can just stop the harassment of folks wanting me to free it from its cardboard prison.

Wooow and wooow tamer, i would kill for that boba!

No need for violence,  just a litle research and some deniro!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on December 21, 2010, 08:17:06 AM
nice stuff guys ! me : i only got another christmas prezzie for the kid : darth revan : cost me alot too
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on December 21, 2010, 08:25:31 AM
I remember when I saw a Malak and  a Revan on the pegs - even had the $$ to get them.  But I wasn't interested and let them pass so someone who wanted them could have them.  DAMMIT!!!  LOL  If I had bought them, I'd'a left them on their cards.  and wow - I prolly coulda paid off my student loans with them today.  :D

Tamer - toys were meant to be played with!!!  You better redouble your guards, because that bust looks suspiciously like a prime AFFA target!  ;D


(AFFA - Action Figure Freedom Alliance; Because Toys Were Meant To Be Played With!!)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 21, 2010, 10:33:45 AM
Tamer - toys were meant to be played with!!!  You better redouble your guards, because that bust looks suspiciously like a prime AFFA target!  ;D


(AFFA - Action Figure Freedom Alliance; Because Toys Were Meant To Be Played With!!)

You never know with me. For now, it is so minty I can't bring myself to crack it, but one day I might.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on December 21, 2010, 11:58:31 AM
i should join affa
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on December 21, 2010, 12:50:33 PM
I remember when I saw a Malak and  a Revan on the pegs - even had the $$ to get them.  But I wasn't interested and let them pass so someone who wanted them could have them.  DAMMIT!!!  LOL  If I had bought them, I'd'a left them on their cards.  and wow - I prolly coulda paid off my student loans with them today.  :D

Tamer - toys were meant to be played with!!!  You better redouble your guards, because that bust looks suspiciously like a prime AFFA target!  ;D


(AFFA - Action Figure Freedom Alliance; Because Toys Were Meant To Be Played With!!)

i'm sitting(not literally) on a loose and carded Malak  ;)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on December 21, 2010, 05:35:12 PM
I bought two of each Malak and Revan super minty.... and then opened one of each, since they cost as much loose as on card most times.
Same with Commander Fox. Two super minty and one had to be freed.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on December 21, 2010, 06:05:31 PM
yep i'm the same with Fox one loose ,one carded
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on December 27, 2010, 07:53:57 PM
I just got back from our local Target and they didnt have much...
I did find me an AT-AT for $69.99 and was so so close to also picking up the Vintage figure 9-pack for $24.99... they had about 15 of them, but it was enough that my wife let me get the walker. I put off this one before hoping for better prices and never saw them for less in stock.
It was the last one and it was pretty minty... before I opened it. Now I need the new General Veers fig for it. And They only had him in the 9-pack.  My wife said she may go back and get me the 9-pack later this week if they still have them. Devious planning on my part.
Here is hoping she does and they still have them.
I did make a few purchases off ebay in the past week that ought to be arriving real soon.
I bought the Jaster Mereel and Montross comic pack and a pair of Geonosis deco AT-RT's with ARF Trooper Boil.
All stuff I already preordered or ordered while in stock off EntertainmentEarth in October which they still havent shipped and probably wont until the end January some time if I am lucky.
I need to try to change my order, since the items I ordered this time never seem to be in stock or ship in the time first reported.
At least I am not charged until it ships.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 27, 2010, 09:57:06 PM
I sent ee a whiney letter about my mando comic pack not being shipped and got a notice that they were shipped two days later. it just showed up today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: SITHHAPPENS on December 28, 2010, 12:30:49 PM
WOW!!!! that is one sweet boba i to would be tempted to open i am jealous !
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on December 28, 2010, 02:13:07 PM
WOW!!!! that is one sweet boba i to would be tempted to open i am jealous !

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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on December 29, 2010, 05:08:15 PM
Although not exactly a Star Wars purchase, I thought I'd share anyway.  I received "Thundarr the Barbarian" The Complete Series on DVD today.  Thundarr represents one of the finest rip-offs of the Star Wars story that appeared on Saturday mornings in the late 70s/early 80s.   :D

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on December 30, 2010, 05:21:04 PM
look what i got in the mail yesterday..
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(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/03012007040.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on December 30, 2010, 07:37:22 PM
Nice pick up Jay!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Squirepec7 on December 30, 2010, 09:17:02 PM
Nice score Jay. I'm in San Antonio right now on Vacation, so I decided to pop in the local Toys R Us. I now what your guys talking about with the  figures being so pricey, but they had a sale going. But 2 get the third free, so I grabbed six figures, gave three and 20 bucks to my dad and ended up getting the clone wars Shaak Ti, R4-P17, Embo, and Saga Legends Hoth Han and Hoth luke. Great pickup all around cost 36 dollars so basically it was just like gtting 4 figures at wal mart for 6 dollars apeice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on December 31, 2010, 06:18:43 AM
nice pick up jay ! that lock looks good
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on December 31, 2010, 06:59:42 AM
Great score Jay!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on December 31, 2010, 08:10:08 AM
Got my Undead Geonosian yesterday!  Now I can start in on a Verpine custom...  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on December 31, 2010, 08:20:45 AM
Great purchase W9.
The TRU sale sounds great, but the only store within 100 miles of me has naught besides the standard pegwarmer assortment.
Doc, I  have picked up 2 of the Undead Geonosians and still havent freed one from their plastic prison.
I do like the look of this one, but am afraid I wont be too happy with the figure out of packaging.
I plan to pick up a few items today if things work out ok.
Red Harvest should be out now, and if it is in stock I will be picking it up today.
Also I plan on picking up the Target Vintage 9-pack and perhaps a couple figures.
I also have 3 of the Hasbro forms to mail off already. Need to get them sent off before I forget. Should have 5 done in no time.
Happy New Years to our members abroad.
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Post by: dana.raye.smith on December 31, 2010, 01:55:35 PM
I just got back from our toy-hunt and did not come back empty handed.
I did get the Vintage 9-pack from Target for a whopping $24.99. They still had about 9 of these packs left. Unfortunately there were no Snowspeeders left, but i did get the AT-AT Commander, and my son got the Hoth Han, Snowspeeder Luke, and another Snowtrooper... so I guess it was a Hoth inspired shopping spree.
That would also make enough receipts for 5 mail in forms. And maybe even send in for the rocket firing Fett mailaway.
I also picked up the Red Harvest novel to top it all off.
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Post by: Tamer on January 01, 2011, 02:25:01 PM
Sounds like folks are picking up some great items. I did pick up a blue coat han gg bust over the holidays which was pretty sweet.
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Post by: kreeper2 on January 01, 2011, 09:08:07 PM
this might sound kind of stupid but where is capt. lock from?
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Post by: Clonehead on January 01, 2011, 09:17:12 PM
nice  score, Jay. Tung combines shipping on multiple auctions, right?


I'm guessing that Captain Lock is from an episode that we haven't seen yet. Jay would know for sure.
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Post by: RebelAce on January 02, 2011, 12:18:24 AM
Captain Lock was from TCW Season 1: "Grievous Intrigue".  He's under Master Eeth Koth's command

Reference:  http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/CC-4142 (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/CC-4142)
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Post by: wraithnine on January 02, 2011, 04:15:01 AM
Yep thats correct
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Post by: kreeper2 on January 02, 2011, 11:35:16 AM
kool found him thanks!!
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Post by: FialaFernbrugg on January 04, 2011, 06:44:22 AM
Today I got my first Sideshow figure. The republic/imperial Shock Trooper 1:6 scale (MILITARIES OF STAR WARS).
An expensive purchase but worth every penny.


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Post by: Tamer on January 04, 2011, 08:15:49 AM
I have yet to make a Sideshow foray, but that one does look good!
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Post by: Phatty on January 04, 2011, 09:55:50 AM
I do not have that one in particular.  I may pick him up if I find him on the secondary market, say at a convention, at a good price, but Sideshow looks to be releasing too many clones right now when there are so many others not made yet.  We don't have an AT-AT Drive, Snowtrooper, or Biker Scout, but we have at least 4 Phase 2 clones and 3 Phase 2 Clones.  Of course, I have 2 of the Phase 2 clones...
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Post by: wraithnine on January 04, 2011, 11:46:58 AM
yeah i'd love to see their take on the AT-AT Driver ,looks great Christoph  ....one day ...one day i'll nail one of these  ;D
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Post by: dana.raye.smith on January 05, 2011, 09:46:03 PM
I received my AT-RT with Boil figure in minty packaging as well as the Montross and Jaster Mereel comic pack purchased off Ebay.
I teased my son since he wanted to open the comic pack right away... I made him wait near an hour until after we had eaten dinner.
I let him open it, but made sure he knew these figures were mine.
He has been playing with them near nonstop since then. He only put them down to brush his teeth and go to bed.
He has a thing for Mando figures just like his dad.
I have noticed a few minor problems with these guys. The cape on Jaster keeps the jetpack from fitting well (like clint pointed out) or even staying on at all, and the ankle attachment on my Montross  figures right foot is made at an odd angle and you must use an action pose for him to stand with both feet flat on the ground. And oddly enough his feet dont really fit on the pegs of a stand due to his hexagonal shaped pegholes which are less than 4 milimeters deep... he just falls off the stand after standing there a while. With a little patience and persistance and a bit of repositioning I was able to stand him up and he hasnt fallen yet.
Now if the others ever get shipped from EE, I will have one for my MOC comicpack collection as well.
It is a shame they made the comicpacks EE exclusives... they are now hard to get, and they do get quite a bit of my money already. Harder to keep a one loose and one MOC thing going on...
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Post by: Tamer on January 06, 2011, 05:29:18 AM
Sad to hear about those Mando Comic Pack issues. Actually Hasbro tried to shop those comic packs to all the stores and EE was the only company who was willing to stock them or we wouldn't have them at all. I don't understand it either as the comic packs seem to do well, but I would assume some of these like the mando packs will sell out fairly quickly.
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Post by: CaptainLux on January 06, 2011, 05:03:37 PM
woow that shocktrooper looks amazing!
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Post by: FialaFernbrugg on January 15, 2011, 08:47:17 AM
Austria has finally got the Vintage "Return of the Jedi" wave
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Post by: Clonehead on January 15, 2011, 08:55:32 AM
Nice score, Christoph! Yesterday, I got the tru Battle over Endor pilot packs at my independence tru  and when I got home, I received clone troopers draa and captain lock from tunghori. Draa was missing his backpack.
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Post by: beige-4 on January 15, 2011, 10:18:58 AM
YES !!! ive got a whole wave of mandos direct !! mandalorian warrior ( tcw ) pre vizla ( tcw ) jaster and montross 2x . 3x jango fett 2x mandalore the indomidable 4x boba fett ( vintage collection ) and the tcw mando pack !!
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Post by: Phatty on January 22, 2011, 09:40:29 AM
Well, I've actually purchased some SW items this week.  I found a minty Quinlan Vos figure, and since he's one of my all time favorite Jedi out there, I grabbed him up.  Still not a huge fan of the Clone Wars cartoon figures, but that's ok.  I also paid for and am awaiting 2 12" preorders from Sideshow.  Momaw Naddon (One of my favorite aliens) and Captain Rex will be arriving on Tuesday, so I'm looking forward to those for sure.
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Post by: Darth Revenge on January 25, 2011, 11:08:08 AM
Some figures for dios in progress.
Some Snowtroopers (will be good on new AT-AT)
Some rebels pilot for Home One, and the new gamorrean guard and Wooof for Jabba's Palace.
I really like the gamorreans ^^ Wooof is well done too.
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Post by: CloneSniper78 on January 26, 2011, 06:24:44 PM
Picked up some new and old figures today. I got the vintage guys, Han, and the comic pack RC from Toy Anxiety. I picked up the Boba TRU exclusive on sale. I couldn't pass up the vintage figures. I can use the extra Boba to make a custom.
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Post by: DocOutlands on January 26, 2011, 09:25:08 PM
Got Vintage Senate Guard and Peasant Anakin today.  Local WM had ONE of each fig except Zam Weasel.
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Post by: CloneSniper78 on January 26, 2011, 09:40:13 PM
Nice pick up Doc. Haven't seen anything new in the Phoenix area.
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Post by: Tamer on January 27, 2011, 02:07:59 PM
I love the look of the vintage Boba Fett even though by modern standards I shouldn't. I just can't part with any of my mail aways I have gotten yet either.
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Post by: CloneSniper78 on January 27, 2011, 09:31:38 PM
I know what you mean Tamer. He has too much sentimental value. I remember playing with that original Boba for hours and hours when I was a kid.
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Post by: Tamer on January 28, 2011, 05:40:07 AM
I even have the GG 12 inch Boba Fett that was a CV exclusive and it is huge, but looks so daggone cool thanks to Phatty by the way.
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Post by: B.R. Steel on January 28, 2011, 08:02:43 PM
Received my Sideshow Collectibles 12" Hammerhead the other day.  Pretty nice figure.
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Post by: Phatty on January 28, 2011, 08:51:13 PM
He's beautiful, ain't he B.R.?
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Post by: B.R. Steel on January 29, 2011, 09:46:11 AM
He's beautiful, ain't he B.R.?

LOL!  Yes.  Yes, he is.

For a joke to some of my friends, I sent out an e-mail with the subject "Hammerhead finds true love" with the following picture attached.

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Post by: DocOutlands on January 29, 2011, 10:48:04 PM
She's got a face only an alien could love!!
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Post by: Tamer on January 30, 2011, 06:37:21 AM
I plan on saving this pic and using it for valentine's day. Hey Doc, maybe you could come up with a witty caption for it? Anyhow, good pic B.R.
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Post by: Darth Revenge on January 30, 2011, 07:44:09 AM
Bought some figures to Clint on his ebay store ^^
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Post by: FialaFernbrugg on February 04, 2011, 07:38:42 AM
I got new figures.
TVC stuff, General Crix Madine, Senate Commando Captain, Captain Argyus, Imperial Sentinel, Lobot, Rohlan Dyre Mandalore and Tobbi Dala comic pack
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Post by: Tamer on February 04, 2011, 07:50:35 AM
I love that Imperial Sentinel. I am thinking you customs guys could really do something awesome with that one.
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Post by: CloneSniper78 on February 06, 2011, 10:06:16 PM
I picked up  TCW Hevy in training armor today at Target. It was the only one left.
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Post by: DocOutlands on February 07, 2011, 10:34:24 PM
Found the Zam Wesel fig.  Bought it.   8)
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Post by: CloneSniper78 on February 16, 2011, 08:30:36 PM
Picked up escape from the Deathstar Luke today. He looks better in hand than the pics on the internet.
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Post by: beige-4 on February 17, 2011, 08:56:33 AM
forgot to post this but two days a go i nabbed the apartment jango and normal clone epIII
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Post by: CaptainLux on February 17, 2011, 12:55:04 PM
Nice luke!
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Post by: DocOutlands on February 18, 2011, 01:09:26 PM
TIE BOMBER!!!! 

Jabba's Throne - with OOOOOOOLA!!!

;D
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Post by: Luke Sprywalker on February 18, 2011, 01:14:34 PM
Nice, were they discounted or full price?
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Post by: Clonehead on February 18, 2011, 03:21:29 PM
Speaking of discount ties, I found this clearance isle tie bomber at walmart for $20 and then finally found the latest wave of tvc figures and brought home the padme', the commander Gree, the 212th trooper, the senate guard, and the esb stormie for Tamer.

I also finally found a CW Hevy

Only after I got home did i remember that I had a piece of clone cash that would take $5 off of a $20 ship. I wonder if it would have worked on a clearance item?

That last pic shows a couple of joe figures that I got today from Hasbro toy shop. I will post more pics of them in the joe thread.
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Post by: Tamer on February 18, 2011, 05:31:02 PM
Sweet Clint that looks great, I will send you a starcase with the next box to keep that bad boy as mint as it looks. I saw the tie bomber back at full price today (40 smackers) so I wasn't near as lucky as you. Wow, those Joe figs look cool too.

The only thing of note I saw today was the new 12 " Thor and it had some cool lines. I can't wait till that movie.
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Post by: Clonehead on February 18, 2011, 06:23:16 PM
It's too bad that the punch the peg hole through to hang em as you can tell that they get em unpunched. I seen those little pieces of cardboard everywhere. They had two of those bombers at that price but mine had a couple of dings and the other had a hole in the box.
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Post by: DocOutlands on February 18, 2011, 08:46:41 PM
Discounted - I think she said the TIE was $32 and Jabba was $12.  I'd'a paid that just for the Oola!  ;D

Yesderday, we picked up 2x Bespin Lukes & a Mando Speederbike for me & a Hevy for Lonnie and she's already paint-o-nized it.  Keep in mind she just turned 6, so you can imagine the garish approach...  I think if I happen to find one, I want to try using the

Also got a Wooof, Cloud Car Pilot, and an Embo today.  Looked at some of the newest - Deathstar Escape Luke, Ceremonial Han, R4-D5 (it really IS a BAD droid on a card!!), Gree, Yoda, and some others.  The Luke looks odd - a little long in the torso or something.

But geez - $8 folks???
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Post by: Clonehead on February 18, 2011, 09:01:33 PM
Your right, doc, that r4 does look like hell. Don't even get me started on the 212th clone.....
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Post by: DocOutlands on February 18, 2011, 10:16:52 PM
I still almost bought it, because that's about the cheapest I have *ever* seen a complete BAD droid!!!  ;D
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Post by: beige-4 on February 19, 2011, 06:43:21 AM
picked up a snowtrooper at tesco yesterday for 6 quid
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Post by: Tamer on February 19, 2011, 07:38:31 AM
It's too bad that the punch the peg hole through to hang em as you can tell that they get em unpunched. I seen those little pieces of cardboard everywhere. They had two of those bombers at that price but mine had a couple of dings and the other had a hole in the box.

I hear you on the peg holes, I would love to catch em. Did the figs you bought from Hasbro have em punched? Still, one would have to worry about cards shipping then. I wonder if EE punches em or BBTS? That is something to look into.

Yeah, at that price those bombers are a steal whatever the box condition. I am gonna look for some at my other walmart which sometimes understands clearance prices. My local one just puts red tags on em and charges regular price.
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Post by: Clonehead on February 19, 2011, 08:57:28 AM
Oh, I had forgot to mention that. The 212th trooper card that I got from HTS was not punched but the card had quite a warp to it as it appeared to be crammed into the box with the two joe figs and only a bit of wadded brown paper for packing material.
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Post by: Tamer on February 19, 2011, 10:29:16 AM
Oh, I had forgot to mention that. The 212th trooper card that I got from HTS was not punched but the card had quite a warp to it as it appeared to be crammed into the box with the two joe figs and only a bit of wadded brown paper for packing material.

Thats what I figured. I have always wondered why Hasbrotoyshop won't do a starcase option for one of their figures. I sure would buy more from them if I could get that option.
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Post by: Clonehead on February 19, 2011, 04:47:36 PM
Picked up a Zam Wessel from a different Walmart today. Must have missed the Jango from that wave as they were nowhere to be found.
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Post by: Goldleaderone on February 19, 2011, 06:36:39 PM
Been a while..

Picked up the DeAgostini X-wing and TIE Fighter, as well as the Battle over Endor Pilot Packs 1 and 2.
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Post by: Spookymufu on February 19, 2011, 07:09:02 PM
scored a Jaba for $10 and a tie bomber for $19
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Post by: Clonehead on February 19, 2011, 07:26:00 PM
Nice score! You can't beat a $10 jabba
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Post by: Spookymufu on February 19, 2011, 07:39:11 PM
Nice score! You can't beat a $10 jabba

yeah I was expecting $38 but it rang up $10, I almost fell over
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Post by: Clonehead on February 23, 2011, 05:27:07 PM
Found my target two packs today, using the DCPI jedi mind trick and waiting for the slackers to bring an untouched case of em up from the back room for 15 min.
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Post by: wraithnine on February 23, 2011, 05:29:17 PM
Found my target two packs today, using the DCPI jedi mind trick and waiting for the slackers to bring an untouched case of em up from the back room for 15 min.

i hate you ....(not really ) ;)  you jammy bast...
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Post by: Tamer on February 23, 2011, 06:04:54 PM
Wow, Spooky made some good finds, Clint found the new target packs. I haven't seen a new figure in months it seems.
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Post by: Spookymufu on February 23, 2011, 06:36:46 PM
Wow, Spooky made some good finds

I kept the snowtroopers, bringing my snowtroops up to 18 (I think), and I kept C3PO making it my third, and I needed the CC Pilots for my new CC and I put the stormtrooper up on the wall MOC, I also kept the Tie bomber, I might be trading the Jabba set if someone has something I want because I already had one, and the rest of the figures I sold off to people who couldnt find them for cost.
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Post by: Clonehead on February 23, 2011, 07:38:59 PM
I would be interested in trading for that Jabba, Spooky
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Post by: Spookymufu on February 23, 2011, 07:49:12 PM
I would be interested in trading for that Jabba, Spooky

PM Sent
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Post by: CloneSniper78 on February 27, 2011, 01:43:49 PM
I picked up a couple of VC figures at Wal Mart today. I got Mace and Jango. The Mace looks really nice.
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Post by: DocOutlands on February 27, 2011, 02:31:35 PM
My son grabbed that Jango today, too.
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Post by: Tamer on February 27, 2011, 03:47:57 PM
Must be nice to find some new stuff Doc. I was looking for one of those Jangos myself today, but didn't see anything besides the newer Gree and 212th. I even looked for some Joe figs and didn't find a single figure on the measley two pegs they actualy had for them. I am still trying to get over the 8.96 sticker shock.
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Post by: Clonehead on February 27, 2011, 03:51:31 PM
I still havent seen that new jango. He seems to be the hottest thing since the gamarrion guard, though.
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Post by: DocOutlands on February 27, 2011, 06:29:58 PM
Heh - backwoods WalMart: one case of a given wave.
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Post by: Commander Wolffe CC #3636 on February 28, 2011, 05:13:29 AM
on page 29 u were talking about good prices last year i got the turbo tank for 5o bucks[normal price is 110 bucks]
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Post by: Goldleaderone on February 28, 2011, 07:07:58 PM
Scored the Action Fleet Death Star playset off ebay for $15, as well as the Alpha Cloud Car for $11.50.
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Post by: Luke Sprywalker on February 28, 2011, 07:12:22 PM
Nice! Is that the big Round one about 18" tall? My son Dylan got that for christmas the year it came out. It is one of the best for sure.
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Post by: Tamer on February 28, 2011, 07:15:54 PM
Daggone that is some good AF finds. I need to get back into my missing AF  TESB ships too sometime. I want that dirty snowspeeder and a falcon.
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Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on February 28, 2011, 09:06:25 PM
I haven't seen anything new of late except the mixed vintage wave. I just want my jango,  jedi turbo speeder, senate guard, and Zam.
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Post by: FialaFernbrugg on March 02, 2011, 10:58:02 AM
new troops for the FialaFernbrugg army
scored the Death Star briefing room pack, Soontier Fel & Ysanne Isard comic pack, Jek Porkins, Bib Fortuna, Fenn Shysa and Jodo Kast
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Post by: DocOutlands on March 02, 2011, 11:39:59 AM
Brown Truck O' Happiness (UPS) delivered a box yesterday containing Capt. Antilles (blockade runner uniform) & TAC Biggs (academy uniform?).

Day before was Jempa (child Jedi), Shu Mai, Passel Argente (brown coloring), and Nute Gunray.
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Post by: Phatty on March 03, 2011, 03:30:43 PM
I got some preordered things in the past couple of days...

Monday brought me my Premier Guild Membership Exclusive Holiday Padme on Ilum.  Very nice, I hope to get a review of it done by this weekend!

Today, my Premier Guild Membership Exclusive Gifts arrived, Commander Faie and Commander Fox (Cartoon styling).  I like the Faie quite a bit, not sure on the Fox yet (not sure if I like the cartoon look).  I also got my Sideshow Exclusive Yoda, Jedi Mentor (TESB), which I'm not all that happy with just yet.  I'll be review that as soon as I'm able to work on it.
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Post by: Spookymufu on March 03, 2011, 03:47:59 PM
got an AT-AT at walmart for $49!
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Post by: Clonehead on March 03, 2011, 04:02:43 PM
got an AT-AT at walmart for $49!
Wow! Was that bad boy on clearance? At that price, I might be willing to get one to butcher for a custom.
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Post by: Spookymufu on March 03, 2011, 04:43:52 PM
got an AT-AT at walmart for $49!
Wow! Was that bad boy on clearance? At that price, I might be willing to get one to butcher for a custom.

yes it was, it was marked $89.99 but scanned at $49.99, two days ago it was $99.99. The box is pretty banged up, but I dont care, I dont collect boxes ;)
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Post by: Tamer on March 03, 2011, 05:34:34 PM
Wow, and atat for fifty bucks at walmart? Time to check that out for myself. Great pick up Spooky.

Sounds like Pat put a dent in the ole wallet too.
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Post by: wraithnine on March 03, 2011, 05:35:54 PM
picked up TCW Gha Nacht and the vintage R5-D4 from Tunghori
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Post by: beast from the east on March 04, 2011, 02:54:43 PM
picked up TCW Gha Nacht and the vintage R5-D4 from Tunghori

Me too...Its about time he got GHA in.Vultures Claw set is insane prices on ebay.I also won the bearded snow rebel(set of 5) the other night.
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Post by: beast from the east on March 04, 2011, 02:58:20 PM
got an AT-AT at walmart for $49!
Wow! Was that bad boy on clearance? At that price, I might be willing to get one to butcher for a custom.

I would get another for that price. Awesome.
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Post by: Clonehead on March 05, 2011, 07:08:58 PM
Picked up another cw gree and a poc dusty for future custom fodder.
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Post by: Commander Wolffe CC #3636 on March 06, 2011, 05:44:44 AM
u know what I got 2 days ago the target exclusive geonosian and special ops trooper  two pack
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Post by: wraithnine on March 06, 2011, 06:12:00 AM
picked up Riot Trooper and Cmdr Wolffe from Tunghori
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Post by: Clonehead on March 06, 2011, 06:26:19 AM
picked up Riot Trooper and Cmdr Wolffe from Tunghori
I would like to do that but notice that the riot trooper is missing his shield.
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Post by: Tamer on March 06, 2011, 06:47:37 AM
picked up Riot Trooper and Cmdr Wolffe from Tunghori

Sweet, I can't wait to see your review for those two. I am anxious to see how the one from Hasbro compares to the one you made. Lets just say I doubt it will hold a candle.

I wish I could find something to stinking buy! If it weren't for Clint picking me up an TESB Stormy I would really be destitute.
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Post by: wraithnine on March 06, 2011, 07:15:00 AM
picked up Riot Trooper and Cmdr Wolffe from Tunghori

Sweet, I can't wait to see your review for those two. I am anxious to see how the one from Hasbro compares to the one you made. Lets just say I doubt it will hold a candle.

I wish I could find something to stinking buy! If it weren't for Clint picking me up an TESB Stormy I would really be destitute.
i have the exact opposite problem   i wanna put in a sizable order with clint, but that was the last of my funds ..and sales aren't forthcoming ....
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Post by: Clonehead on March 06, 2011, 07:19:49 AM
picked up Riot Trooper and Cmdr Wolffe from Tunghori

Sweet, I can't wait to see your review for those two. I am anxious to see how the one from Hasbro compares to the one you made. Lets just say I doubt it will hold a candle.

I wish I could find something to stinking buy! If it weren't for Clint picking me up an TESB Stormy I would really be destitute.
i have the exact opposite problem   i wanna put in a sizable order with clint, but that was the last of my funds ..and sales aren't forthcoming ....
I take it that you seen the pics of the hollow spec ops clone helmet, Jay?
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Post by: wraithnine on March 06, 2011, 07:22:30 AM
picked up Riot Trooper and Cmdr Wolffe from Tunghori

Sweet, I can't wait to see your review for those two. I am anxious to see how the one from Hasbro compares to the one you made. Lets just say I doubt it will hold a candle.

I wish I could find something to stinking buy! If it weren't for Clint picking me up an TESB Stormy I would really be destitute.
i have the exact opposite problem   i wanna put in a sizable order with clint, but that was the last of my funds ..and sales aren't forthcoming ....
I take it that you seen the pics of the hollow spec ops clone helmet, Jay?

yes i have Clint    ..and i say Damn you !   damn you sir!   they look ace my friend   thanks to you customisers like me now have a myriad of options   
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Post by: CloneSniper78 on March 06, 2011, 02:32:56 PM
My wife found me a Target excl. Commander Fox loose and a Yuzhan Vong guy. Sorry if I misspelled that.
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Post by: beast from the east on March 06, 2011, 05:06:09 PM
I will never see a Fox in my hands  :(
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Post by: Clonehead on March 06, 2011, 05:08:24 PM
Nice score on the Fox.
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Post by: Commander Wolffe CC #3636 on March 06, 2011, 05:39:19 PM
r they still selling fox at target
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 06, 2011, 05:46:25 PM
r they still selling fox at target
No, not for years now. They sold him for a while in australia somewhere but those are gone too, I believe.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on March 06, 2011, 06:01:38 PM
They had it at the Toy Anxiety by my house in a big tub full of loose figures. I thought my eyes were playing tricks on me when I saw him in there. At least they put each figure in its' own sandwich bag. They have a shadow Utapau trooper in there if anyone wants me to see if it's still there.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on March 07, 2011, 01:04:13 PM
My wife found me a Target excl. Commander Fox loose and a Yuzhan Vong guy. Sorry if I misspelled that.
nearly , its Yuuzhan Vong
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beast from the east on March 08, 2011, 11:52:19 AM
 :D Last night was a great night for me on ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270717049850&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270717050001&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
 So I picked up El Les and Aqua Droid.

I picked up 5 X Hevy from tunghori
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=390292970602&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT

And A SGT Bric the other night.
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280632771682&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 09, 2011, 05:56:28 AM
I haven't seen those figures yet. Make sure you do a review of them with pics and I will get em in our Imperial Reviews Section.

I need to get the button made for W9's mini rig reviews. Hey Jay any chance you could take a couple pics of em and post that and your youtube link in the Hasbro review section and I can get this button made this week or weekend?

Sorry guys I am typing out loud.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on March 09, 2011, 08:51:27 AM
We saw ONE Hevy on the pegs and my 6yo grabbed him up IMMEDIATELY.  She's already painted him up, too.  *sigh*  I need to throw Tinghori some $$ for a pile of them - I think the arms and legs have Legacy potential...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 10, 2011, 01:14:51 PM
found these goodies in Independence yesterday. Walmart had the remnants of the new clone wars wave and I got a Wolffe and an Aqua Droid and then went to the tru and found the endor pilot packs which seem to have been $5 higher than I remember them being last time.

I am posting a review of the Aqua Droid now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on March 10, 2011, 01:18:40 PM
nice pick-up clint !
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 10, 2011, 01:26:34 PM
Clonehead scores again. Daggone my stores anyhow.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on March 10, 2011, 02:08:58 PM
What a day it was for me! I had to travel to a town about 40 minutes away today to have a little upgrade done to the audio system of my son's car for his birthday. If you are into this stuff all I can say is Memphis Audio rocks! Back on target, I stopped at a walmart I always check on and BAM! AT-AT'S ARE $49 and they have 10 of them in damaged packages. Well they had 9 when I left! Then I deciced to hit TRU for the Battle over Endor packs, no luck, but while complaining to the store manager, like I do almost every time, bet he is getting sick of me, but he finally tells me TRU has small stores like his that doesn't get inventory regulary and there are bigger stores, like in VA Beach that get all the new stuff on time. I say oh thanks and why didn't you tell me this last fall when I started complaining. So I high tail it over there 20 minutes further away to find my treasure! Both packs with plenty more left on the shelves. I also saw the newest wave of CW figures like Clint scored on but was out of $ as it was. Great score Clint! I almost came home with Wolfe but had to put him back. I was so excited I had to text Phatty. Shawn I wanted to text you but last time I tried it never worked. Do you have texting on your cell?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 10, 2011, 02:44:42 PM
LOL. Great scores L.E. and you are always better off to send your text to my email address as I am just not a big cell phone user.

I have gotta find me some fourty nine dollar walkers!

I almost forgot my care package from Clint. In it was a minty momc esb stormy and my driver back all in one piece and then the great Veers in the same paint scheme. It was a good day for the Tamer's Collection too. Thanks Clint!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 10, 2011, 03:44:27 PM
What a day it was for me! I had to travel to a town about 40 minutes away today to have a little upgrade done to the audio system of my son's car for his birthday. If you are into this stuff all I can say is Memphis Audio rocks! Back on target, I stopped at a walmart I always check on and BAM! AT-AT'S ARE $49 and they have 10 of them in damaged packages. Well they had 9 when I left! Then I deciced to hit TRU for the Battle over Endor packs, no luck, but while complaining to the store manager, like I do almost every time, bet he is getting sick of me, but he finally tells me TRU has small stores like his that doesn't get inventory regulary and there are bigger stores, like in VA Beach that get all the new stuff on time. I say oh thanks and why didn't you tell me this last fall when I started complaining. So I high tail it over there 20 minutes further away to find my treasure! Both packs with plenty more left on the shelves. I also saw the newest wave of CW figures like Clint scored on but was out of $ as it was. Great score Clint! I almost came home with Wolfe but had to put him back. I was so excited I had to text Phatty. Shawn I wanted to text you but last time I tried it never worked. Do you have texting on your cell?
Nope, LE, no texts. Send me an email. Actually, could you send me one of those damaged box walkers? I have checked all of my walmart stores and none of em have em anymore.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 10, 2011, 04:14:34 PM
Nope, LE, no texts. Send me an email. Actually, could you send me one of those damaged box walkers? I have checked all of my walmart stores and none of em have em anymore.

Add me to that list! I have got to go on a prowl this weekend for sure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on March 10, 2011, 06:48:31 PM
Guys, sadly that walmart is 45 minutes away. I willl check when I go back though. That is why I was thinking we could build a texting ring of discount helpers. You get them quick and can reply quick. I can't email from my cell.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on March 11, 2011, 08:31:27 AM
nice purchase Clint
the commander Wolffe figure looks fantastic
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: kreeper2 on March 11, 2011, 10:19:00 AM
Very good haul clint on my way now to hunt stuff down got me two joe vehicles at Ross last night . The hiss tank and the cobra fury both for 20 bucks gotta go there more often.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on March 11, 2011, 11:45:18 AM
nice score there clint!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander Wolffe CC #3636 on March 12, 2011, 02:27:01 PM
guess what clint i went to walmart and they only had stinking El Les >:(!!! no cmdr wolffe or riot trooper :'(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 12, 2011, 03:23:52 PM
guess what clint i went to walmart and they only had stinking El Les >:(!!! no cmdr wolffe or riot trooper :'(
I don't think that the riot trooper is to come out until the next wave hits.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 12, 2011, 05:54:53 PM
Picked up 5 more snowtroopers tonight at 3 different WMs, no sign of the new waves tho........ :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on March 13, 2011, 12:42:19 AM
TVC wave 4 or 5 still not in sight here in Austria but I found Captain Lock and some stuff for my HALO collection
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beast from the east on March 13, 2011, 07:35:44 AM
nice pick ups.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on March 13, 2011, 08:04:42 AM
tcw shaak ti for me  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on March 13, 2011, 08:26:01 AM
I finally had chance to snap a pic of my good luck haul! AT-AT $49, 2 Battle Over Endor packs $62, odd huh?



(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x354/SprywalkerRanch/My%20collection/DSC_0003.jpg)


(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x354/SprywalkerRanch/My%20collection/DSC_0002.jpg)


(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x354/SprywalkerRanch/My%20collection/DSC_0005.jpg)



Ah yes, I think they will fit right in...

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on March 13, 2011, 08:47:29 AM
great catch spry !!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on March 13, 2011, 09:05:45 AM
nice score!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 13, 2011, 09:25:11 AM
LOL. That is just a great pic Spry. I will have to get that one up on the fp sometime this week.

I know one thing, if you get to more walmarts and see anymore atats I would love a few. Pm coming.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 13, 2011, 10:03:21 AM
Nice score....I tried to get the manager at TRU to give me those endore packs for free but he wouldnt budge off the $35 price... :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beast from the east on March 13, 2011, 10:34:56 AM
I still can't beleive the AT AT are $49. What a great pick up at that price.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 15, 2011, 05:25:32 AM
Spry I just had to get your pic up and use it to spread the good news of BATATs at $49!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: SITHHAPPENS on March 15, 2011, 05:31:17 AM
i need 2 great find seen a bunch when they were $ 100.00 now cant find any  :'( :'( :'( :'(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 15, 2011, 05:40:24 AM
i need 2 great find seen a bunch when they were $ 100.00 now cant find any  :'( :'( :'( :'(

Walmart online has em for 88 dollars now with free shipping to your store, but I can't find any of them either. I am going looking this evening too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on March 15, 2011, 08:58:07 AM
just recieved the riot control clone and cmdr wolffe in the post this morning!    ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on March 15, 2011, 09:51:48 AM
I've picked up 4 of the 50 dollar at-at's. But I'm selling them all on ebay. Need the cash for all the cool stuff coming out this year.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 15, 2011, 10:11:56 AM
i need 2 great find seen a bunch when they were $ 100.00 now cant find any  :'( :'( :'( :'(

my head just popped reading that........ ;)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on March 15, 2011, 10:33:28 AM
put my custom Cmdr Wolffe next to the Hasbro to see how far off the colour was
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/18032007471.jpg) (http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/18032007473.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/18032007478.jpg) (http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/18032007476.jpg)

heres the Hasbro Wolffe  ,the head is a variation of the Hevy sculpt but the helmet is std  TCW(size wise) one ,so the fit is very tight and only just fits his head,and the helmet is very very rubbery .

(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/18032007474.jpg) (http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/18032007475.jpg)

also recieved the Riot Clone Trooper (minus shield and baton unfortunatley)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/18032007482.jpg) (http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/18032007483.jpg)

and a superb custom astro from TrooperFelks
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/18032007481.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 15, 2011, 12:42:24 PM
Well Jay I know which one I like better and the first letter doesn't start with H!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beast from the east on March 15, 2011, 12:43:06 PM
Found these at my Zallers. I always get excited when I see new stuff at my local stores. I just doesn't happen too often.

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5097/5529481425_dded609f8b.jpg)

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5133/5529535421_c0c81073e3_z.jpg)

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5259/5530128276_b4ba246d7f_z.jpg)

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5178/5529537131_1ab37b0a96_z.jpg)

I also picked up A Dion Phaneuf  and Malkin McFarlane figures.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on March 15, 2011, 05:55:39 PM
Nice jay, i agree with tamer!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on March 16, 2011, 12:00:52 AM
Picked up the new Jodo Kast yesterday (can't ever have enough Mandos for future projects)

PS: Beast, very nice way to illustrate your purchases and the figures' properties!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 16, 2011, 07:09:45 AM
found this at Walmart yesterday, it's the only "new" figure they had...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on March 17, 2011, 06:56:43 AM
finally got a season 3 obi-wan at target
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on March 17, 2011, 10:08:18 AM
I got three books for my collection

*the new essential guide to weapons and technology
*CW character encyclopedia (thx for the tip, Jay)
*the power of the Death Star
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on March 17, 2011, 10:18:21 AM
I got three books for my collection

*the new essential guide to weapons and technology
*CW character encyclopedia (thx for the tip, Jay)
*the power of the Death Star

hope you like it mate
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on March 17, 2011, 10:51:51 AM
I want that weapons and technology book!! Nice find Fiala.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on March 17, 2011, 11:14:54 AM
I want that weapons and technology book!! Nice find Fiala.

Seconded!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 17, 2011, 11:46:34 AM
I want that weapons and technology book!! Nice find Fiala.

Boarders Books has it.....I almost got it
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 17, 2011, 12:39:42 PM
I have it and its not bad. It has really good info, but could really use one of the graphics folks here.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on March 17, 2011, 03:48:19 PM
finally got a season 3 obi-wan at target
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on March 17, 2011, 05:34:29 PM
My Sideshow Collectibles 12" AOTC Clone Trooper Sergeant arrived today. Haven't cracked him open yet, but it looked nice online!

Also got in Dark Hawkeye, Multiple Man, and Ghost Rider Marvel Universe figs from HasbroToyShop.com, and ordered Black Widow and Union Jack from them this morning.

Going to C2E2 tomorrow in Chicago, hoping to find some items there as well. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beast from the east on March 18, 2011, 12:19:21 PM
Nice pick upd Phatty.

I recieved more stuff from ebay today.

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5134/5538069596_fcf9737dec_z.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5218/5537490611_2a236212ae_z.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5296/5537490249_7a6e859e06_z.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5098/5538068650_1cef831dbe_z.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5135/5537489769_c3ddfc295c_z.jpg)

I need to get my esp 1 Season 3 gys together and take a good action pic of them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on March 21, 2011, 10:23:15 AM
fresh troops for the collection:

Animated Debut Boba, Silver Anniversary Boba, McQuarrie Concept Boba, Mandalorians Jaster Mereel and Montross, Llats Ward Mandalorian, Death Star trooper and Stormtrooper Commander TAC.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on March 21, 2011, 10:38:53 AM
Excellent pick up Fiala!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on March 21, 2011, 03:41:59 PM
Nice pick ups guys!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on March 21, 2011, 08:58:40 PM
So I snagged a Saga 3po on ewok throne today.  Then they had the new Pirates figs out!  An Angelina found her way into the cart.  Stopped at a Fred's store (like Dollar General, etc) and picked up a 25th Anniv. GI Joe "Ripper" fig.  Not a bad day's haul.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 21, 2011, 09:13:39 PM
So I snagged a Saga 3po on ewok throne today................

Doc, you need the TVC 3PO......
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on March 21, 2011, 09:27:54 PM
Yeah, but I got 3po The God for $4.50!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on March 22, 2011, 06:52:45 AM
guys i need help.. i cant find the target exclusive two packs anywhere.
ive looked in two different targets and i cant find them. do u have to like
use a dpci code to get them in the back? please reply -Cody
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on March 22, 2011, 12:47:00 PM
Look what I found in my mailbox! IMO the best Han Solo from A New Hope that has been made so far.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beast from the east on March 23, 2011, 10:25:21 AM
nice pick ups guys
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 27, 2011, 10:33:09 AM
I picked this item up yesterday at a walmart and saved $5 using a piece of clone cash.

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5020/5564375382_0ea213c16a.jpg)

and then picked up these goodies at comicon yesterday

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5022/5564374958_d478cefecc.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5301/5563797667_51bb19c8e7.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on March 27, 2011, 11:35:35 AM
Ah, geez, am I jealous!  I missed out on that Shaaka(?) fig on ebay this week.  Dangit.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander Wolffe CC #3636 on March 29, 2011, 05:14:38 PM
comicon is stiil going on  nice pickups
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on March 31, 2011, 12:31:54 PM
see those wookies !!
oops forgot ... i won 2 wickets of tunghori
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on March 31, 2011, 02:48:49 PM
Snatched a Bane Malar on Ebay USA today.
This guy will be a great basic figure for a mercenary or bounty hunter custom.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 31, 2011, 03:36:25 PM
finally found new figures at an out-of-the-way Walmart

Got Luke Dagobah Landing, Weequay, and R5D4 to keep carded

I couldnt bring my self to pay $9 for the Yavin Han and didnt like the new Stormtrooper so I left those. They didnt have the DS Escape Luke or Lando so I couldnt get those. The Utapau Clones all had greenish helmets so I left that one too. I didnt care for any of the rest of the wave

They also had BAR2-D2, Jedi Luke, and some of the older waves, but I already have those so I left em....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 01, 2011, 05:18:32 AM
Sweet, maybe its time for me to go a hunting tomorrow. I would love to find something new. Anything worth buying.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on April 01, 2011, 06:22:44 AM
Very nice, Clint!  May I ask how much you payed for the Lieutenant and Trooper pack?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on April 01, 2011, 09:33:51 AM
The only place for the passed 3 months I've found anything new is on ebay.
My stores haven't restocked since after christmas.

I did pick up a new powered screw driver for myself to help with my dio's.

I picked this item up yesterday at a walmart and saved $5 using a piece of clone cash.

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5020/5564375382_0ea213c16a.jpg)

and then picked up these goodies at comicon yesterday

(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5022/5564374958_d478cefecc.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5301/5563797667_51bb19c8e7.jpg)

Man nice haul...that turbo speeder is something I just can't find any where, no matter what stores I go too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 01, 2011, 10:19:48 AM
Very nice, Clint!  May I ask how much you payed for the Lieutenant and Trooper pack?
Marked as $20 but discounted to about $16
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on April 01, 2011, 04:03:36 PM
I preordered the new Sideshow Collectibles 12" Commander Bly yesterday.  I haven't been able to give him a good look-see, but it seems like he comes with both Phase I and II helmets.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 01, 2011, 04:21:16 PM
I preordered the new Sideshow Collectibles 12" Commander Bly yesterday.  I haven't been able to give him a good look-see, but it seems like he comes with both Phase I and II helmets.

If I was a  Clone Collector I would have to have this one. Daggone he looks good to me.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on April 02, 2011, 07:57:46 AM
Got the Vintage AOTC  Obi-Wan today.
Great basic figure for Jedi customs, great headsculpt.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on April 02, 2011, 08:09:09 AM
nice pick ups gentlemen

I've found some new figures on my weekly TRU patrol
Wave 4 of TVC is finally available in Austria as well as the KMART exclusive Jodo Kast and the Senate Commando pack
price per figure: 10,90€


Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on April 04, 2011, 08:09:33 PM
Nice pick ups fiala!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander Wolffe CC #3636 on April 05, 2011, 07:08:47 AM
I FINALLY GOT WOLFFE HE IS THE BEST HASBRO FIGURE EVER
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on April 05, 2011, 07:27:41 AM
Not biased, are you?  ;D

I picked up another TCW Shaak Ti yesterday.  That was the only thing Target had worth getting - lotta empty peg space.

Saw a couple of nice TRON vehicles I almost bought for my Fixer-verse.  I think I'll check next time I'm over there and pick them up if they are still around.

Several ebay packages have come in over the last few days.  I need to get them catalogued...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on April 06, 2011, 07:12:52 AM
I recently bought a max rebo band set of the bay for my jabba's palace dio.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 10, 2011, 05:50:18 AM
Well my wife decided we needed to go to Olive Garden which is about two hours away so I got to stop at some stores and found a few things. I got the Degobah Luke and found these two things for Clint. I still didn't see a Wolffe, Aqua Droid, but I did see a few new ones.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/Tamer%20continued/clintgoodies1.gif)
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/Tamer%20continued/clintgoodies2.gif)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on April 10, 2011, 06:41:43 AM
lucky ...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 10, 2011, 07:05:13 AM
You are the man, Shawn. Thank you very much! I havent had time to check a target to look for jesse and I sure am not having any luck finding that aotc clone at retail.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on April 10, 2011, 07:07:13 AM
Awesome Tamer! I too have found 1 of those new clones!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 10, 2011, 07:37:20 AM
You are the man, Shawn. Thank you very much! I havent had time to check a target to look for jesse and I sure am not having any luck finding that aotc clone at retail.
I actually saw two more of those clones, but didn't know if you wanted them. Oh, the Jesse came from Walmart.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on April 10, 2011, 07:46:59 AM
nice pick ups Shawn

Yesterday I got my Sideshow 1/6 Captain Rex from amazon.at.
The figure is phenomenal.

price: 150€
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 10, 2011, 07:56:27 AM
Wow Christoph,

That looks awesome, I hope you do a picture review. I will add it to the review archives.

Sideshow just does great work imo.

Remember those of you who haven't ordered this yet and want one, one of our Site Sponsors Most Wanted Collectibles has this and they will ship internationally. If you use my code (in the MWC thread) you can also get a nice shipping deal on your first order. I am not sure how much this will save you internationally, but it might be worth checking out.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on April 10, 2011, 10:10:51 AM
Wow Christoph,

That looks awesome, I hope you do a picture review. I will add it to the review archives.

Sideshow just does great work imo.

Remember those of you who haven't ordered this yet and want one, one of our Site Sponsors Most Wanted Collectibles has this and they will ship internationally. If you use my code (in the MWC thread) you can also get a nice shipping deal on your first order. I am not sure how much this will save you internationally, but it might be worth checking out.

thx Shawn
the review is now available
http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=6655.0
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on April 10, 2011, 12:45:19 PM
dang! they are some good scores..     pegs over here are swamped with mando policemen and Dooku  :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 501stAppo on April 10, 2011, 04:32:42 PM
OH MY GOD I've been away from this forum and the Star Wars scene for too long, so much awesome stuff and so little money to spend! :D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on April 10, 2011, 05:43:09 PM
My wife got me R5-D4 and the newest Stormtrooper tonight at Walmart :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on April 10, 2011, 09:11:39 PM
Wooow nice pick ups!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander Wolffe CC #3636 on April 11, 2011, 06:18:48 AM
u got Jesse Jesse jesse i might just [passed out]
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on April 11, 2011, 08:33:07 AM
Got the droid drop ship the other day. First new thing I've seen in months.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on April 17, 2011, 06:29:26 PM
Finally found me a Death Star Escape Luke Skywalker.  That completes what I wanted from Wave 5.  Strange thing about this wave, every figure I had the slightest interest in wasn't interesting enough to warrant both a loose and carded sample.  Wave 5 will be only carded samples for me.   Thankfully Wave 6 looks a lot better.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on April 17, 2011, 08:02:00 PM
Picked up a Clone troopers & Droids Battle Pack this afternoon at TRU for $12.49 and finally treated myself to that Retail Droid I have been wanting for a long time! I am keeping the SBD as well but put the 2 Clones and the playmat in my Swap Shop for anyone that might want them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 22, 2011, 10:29:45 AM
picked up two aqua droids and two wolffe figures in very bendy packaging at a walmart yesterday for $6.50 each.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 22, 2011, 04:02:37 PM
Daggone Clint looks like the card benders were your friends. I still haven't seen those figures at retail.

I did find a Cato today so at least it was something new.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on April 22, 2011, 07:06:27 PM
Nice Clint! Never seen an Aqua Droid in the wild.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 23, 2011, 04:41:41 PM
Well I recieved a nice surprise from my wifey today. We are doing hospital visits this weekend and my wife had some toysrus coupons so she came home with a TCW Y-Wing for a paltry sum of $29. Thats almost the price of a small vehicle or a mini-rig. I saw these at $35 dollars in toysrus, but wow thats an even better deal. My little gal will have a vehicle for her TCW figures. I don't know though it is a momc box. I have started to rub off on my wife!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on April 23, 2011, 05:10:05 PM
Well I recieved a nice surprise from my wifey today. We are doing hospital visits this weekend and my wife had some toysrus coupons so she came home with a TCW Y-Wing for a paltry sum of $29. Thats almost the price of a small vehicle or a mini-rig. I saw these at $35 dollars in toysrus, but wow thats an even better deal. My little gal will have a vehicle for her TCW figures. I don't know though it is a momc box. I have started to rub off on my wife!

just hope she can lift it...... ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: beige-4 on April 27, 2011, 10:54:09 AM
i havent heard of a card bender for a long long time.
three new saga legends clones, and a few sandtroopers
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on May 02, 2011, 07:45:36 PM
Finally found the jedi turbo ship.....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander Wolffe CC #3636 on May 04, 2011, 12:09:04 PM
does anyone here except tamer have jesse
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on May 04, 2011, 12:35:19 PM
managed to score a TCW Jar Jar from Ebay (bloody rare)

and
a TCW Kit Fisto Jedi StarFighter from TK Maxx for an astonishing £12.99!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on May 04, 2011, 02:05:01 PM
Glad to hear you got it!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Vadersfist on May 08, 2011, 09:28:14 AM
Well I got the BIG At-At and a bunch of other stuff that I can't even remember to put it all done.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on May 13, 2011, 03:34:21 PM
I picked up Clone Commander Colt today at Target. It was the only one and the card was a little bent.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 18, 2011, 07:40:26 AM
Ah, the elusive new TCW wave. Still haven't seen one yet.

I did actually find both of the Vintage TESB variants as they are being called. The Degobah Luke has a much darker saber now and the Stormy has a different helmet (not as black around the eyes). I even found another AOTC Clone Trooper for Clint!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on May 18, 2011, 03:34:06 PM
I found Colt, riot trooper, Barris and Agen Kolar!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on May 18, 2011, 04:01:39 PM
Picked up another Scanning crewman as well as the new AT-RT Driver and Weequay Skiff Master. I might make another Boba with the Scanning Crewman. I was hoping you guys could tell me who this alien guy is.....
I picked him up at Goodwill.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on May 18, 2011, 05:52:33 PM
i think he is a Mustafa lava miner
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on May 18, 2011, 06:41:44 PM
yes Jay has nailed it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on May 18, 2011, 06:51:23 PM
yes Jay has nailed it.

Nope.

MUSTAFAR SENTRY
 (http://www.rebelscum.com/ROTS0556sentry.asp)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on May 18, 2011, 10:28:40 PM
yes Jay has nailed it.

Nope.

MUSTAFAR SENTRY
 (http://www.rebelscum.com/ROTS0556sentry.asp)

Hey!  ...i was close...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 19, 2011, 05:50:43 PM
tvc wave 6 must be more abundant around here as tues I found an aotc clone at a tru and today I picked up another one and an atrt driver at a walmart.
no new cw wave as of yet but I am still looking.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 20, 2011, 12:17:17 PM
The day started out bad (front page took a dive), but wow it sure did end good. Lookee here.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/Tamer%20continued/Picture-003.gif)
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/Tamer%20continued/Picture-004.gif)
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/Tamer%20continued/Picture-005.gif)
Folks these ISY Card Sets are freaking fantastic. You really do need to get yourself a set. I will have one of each set produced.

Jay, a lot of this stuff will be making its way to you soon!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 06, 2011, 01:16:01 PM
Well this is not a purchase as it just showed up at my house today. Still, this sure had made my day!

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/Tamer%20continued/zombie-troopers.gif)

Chad my friend, the Zombie figure is absolutely fantastic. You couldn't pry it out of my cold dead fingers (not much pun intended).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on June 06, 2011, 01:18:42 PM
Wow! They look awesome!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: lucasclones on June 06, 2011, 01:31:44 PM
cool! You are so welcome!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on June 06, 2011, 02:46:10 PM
Awesome! You are mounting a few customs in your collection.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on June 07, 2011, 05:46:31 AM
Nice one, Shawn. Add that to your atat driver collection.

Got this one in the mail Saturday from a Canada seller. I'm fixing to post a bunch of review pics that I took.

I'll bet that these are going to be hard to find for a while.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3354/5808262240_29b8342c35_z.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 07, 2011, 06:09:15 AM
What a beauty Clint! Gonna have to have one of those!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on June 07, 2011, 08:19:11 AM
Nice! Do you remember the seller's name.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on June 07, 2011, 03:05:31 PM
you jammy bugger!   ;) ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on June 07, 2011, 04:43:33 PM
Just picked up a Mando with Speeder Bike and another vintage Lando for fodder.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 07, 2011, 04:49:52 PM
Just picked up a Mando with Speeder Bike and another vintage Lando for fodder.

After seeing Spooky's fix on the Vintage Lando I do agree this one might be worth another look. I do like the look of that Mando with Speeder bik. I only ever saw one on the pegs. Ofcourse I haven't seen Wolffe on the pegs either.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clonetrooper360 on June 09, 2011, 02:08:05 PM
where did u get capt. fordo, on ebay i only  find overpriced or fakes and on normal stores they charge to much shipping, do u guys think this will be easier to find later or will it be rare?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on June 09, 2011, 02:47:05 PM
where did u get capt. fordo, on ebay i only  find overpriced or fakes and on normal stores they charge to much shipping, do u guys think this will be easier to find later or will it be rare?
I got another one today from Entertainment Earth with the rest of the wave.
Chad found one at a TRU yesterday. My guess is that they might be easier to find later kind of like the aotc clone is now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on June 09, 2011, 07:53:13 PM
Nice one, Shawn. Add that to your atat driver collection.

Got this one in the mail Saturday from a Canada seller. I'm fixing to post a bunch of review pics that I took.

I'll bet that these are going to be hard to find for a while.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3354/5808262240_29b8342c35_z.jpg)

I see they included secondary armor, for the older CW version of Fordo.  (The 2D animated one...)  Very cool!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clonetrooper360 on June 10, 2011, 07:28:21 AM
this is probaly the coolest arc trooper EVER!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on June 11, 2011, 08:42:22 AM
just recieved my Cmdr Blackout from an Ebay seller
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/01012007682.jpg) (http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/01012007683.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/01012007684.jpg) (http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/01012007685.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/01012007689.jpg)
the strange thing was unlike the spec ops trooper his earmuffs werent glued down
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/01012007686.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/01012007687.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/01012007688.jpg)

also unlike the Spec Ops Trooper he is the god awful  Cmdr Stone mold ... :-\
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wookielover1138 on June 11, 2011, 08:47:12 AM
Wow Jay, that is a really nice find :D

I just picked up a 1997 Kenner Collector's Edition 12" Tauntaun w/Han NIB for $34.00  0/ I can't wait for it to get here!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on June 11, 2011, 08:56:17 AM
Wow Jay, that is a really nice find :D

I just picked up a 1997 Kenner Collector's Edition 12" Tauntaun w/Han NIB for $34.00  0/ I can't wait for it to get here!!!

thx Jenn ,great new episode by the way!

sounds like someone is a bit excited....lol
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on June 11, 2011, 08:59:36 AM
Nice! i found that as well along with Scythe, but I'm not sure if my Mum will let me order anything off ebay for while  :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: lucasclones on June 11, 2011, 10:41:15 AM
That Blackout is darn cool even if he has the Stone body!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wookielover1138 on June 11, 2011, 11:18:54 AM
Wow Jay, that is a really nice find :D

I just picked up a 1997 Kenner Collector's Edition 12" Tauntaun w/Han NIB for $34.00  0/ I can't wait for it to get here!!!

thx Jenn ,great new episode by the way!

sounds like someone is a bit excited....lol

Thx so much Jay ;D And yes I am totally excited, it's NIB, it was a steal, and it's my first Tauntaun!!! I have plans for that Tauntaun in the show ;)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on June 11, 2011, 04:11:50 PM
just nailed Savage Opress and snow gear Plo Koon on ebay!!   (Tunghori)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on June 11, 2011, 09:38:15 PM
I just saw this figure on Tunghori's page...  Can somebody tell me if it's a soon-to-be-released figure, or if it's older?  I've never seen it before, is all...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on June 12, 2011, 01:37:38 AM
It's an old figure from the ROTS line I believe ,it came with an AT-RT and 2 clones all in the same deco,its about 5 years old
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on June 12, 2011, 03:10:02 AM
I think it's from TAC.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on June 12, 2011, 04:06:06 AM
I think it's from TAC.

actually mate ,i think you might be right
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on June 12, 2011, 07:05:44 AM
Yeah, it's definetly from TAC:
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/tacBPassaultboxfr1.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on June 12, 2011, 01:11:36 PM
Oh, it was a Target exclusive, and a battle pack to boot...  Probably explains why I've never seen it before, lol.  Thanks for the help!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on June 17, 2011, 06:40:12 AM
guess what just arrived and in about 5 days as well!!!!

(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/07012007694.jpg) (http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/07012007693.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/07012007696.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/07012007697.jpg)

(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/07012007695.jpg)

that was a surprise   along with shawns awsome parcel the week is looking slightly brighter :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on June 17, 2011, 07:39:44 AM
awesome Jay
the Savage Opress figure is definitely an eye-catcher


I got some figures for my collection from an online store:
Crimson Empire stuff (Kir Kanos and Carnor Jax etc.)
Death Star Gunner
Dark Trooper phase 2
and a white AT-RT driver which I haven't seen before I found him in the store
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on June 17, 2011, 07:52:23 AM
That Savage Opress figure I may actually pick up, if I ever see him at retail.  Chances are, the hoarders and scalpers in my area will snatch them all up first though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on June 17, 2011, 08:15:46 AM
guess what just arrived and in about 5 days as well!!!!

(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/07012007694.jpg) (http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/07012007693.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/07012007696.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/07012007697.jpg)

(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%20no2/07012007695.jpg)

that was a surprise   along with shawns awsome parcel the week is looking slightly brighter :)


Lucky, my Mum won't let me get anything of ebay anymore.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 27, 2011, 06:09:40 AM
Well if you want to hear a hilarious review, Jay reviewed this a bit on flyguy.net podcast last week and  I laughed a good bit. What a great new find though Jay. On the fp.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clonetrooper360 on June 27, 2011, 12:49:20 PM
why wont ur mom allow u to get anything on ebay , its very safe i buy my sw only on ebay and i live in greece so everything i oder comes from very far places around the world
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on June 27, 2011, 12:57:00 PM
why wont ur mom allow u to get anything on ebay , its very safe i buy my sw only on ebay and i live in greece so everything i oder comes from very far places around the world

Because of what happened last time I got something off ebay.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on July 05, 2011, 10:54:43 PM
I picked up this Llats Ward from ws_toys on ebay for $3.99 plus 5 shipping. He doesn't come with anything but I think it is still worth it. You can just paint up a helmet from CloneHead and give him some your extra weapons.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 06, 2011, 07:06:06 AM
Awesome purchase price. Good idea to get a helmet from Clint too!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on July 06, 2011, 07:12:50 AM
Yeah, I've got that one in my watch-list.  Brendan has already requested a few, too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on July 06, 2011, 07:14:43 AM
I'm a terrible customizer when it comes to painting the resin parts; it'd be worth it, though, I'd say that.  He's on my Mando Wanted List, as a high priority...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on July 06, 2011, 10:23:52 AM
I can't think of a more perfect base for a custom mando.
Nice score price.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on July 13, 2011, 08:47:06 PM
I found these guys on clearance at Target of course.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 14, 2011, 08:28:52 AM
Sweet deal Clint, time to hit Targets. Time to get word on the fp too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on July 14, 2011, 09:18:14 AM
Sweet deal Clint, time to hit Targets. Time to get word on the fp too.
Tamer..... it's Tom not Clint. It's ok buddy.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: flaccideagle on July 14, 2011, 11:07:03 AM
I've been on a bit of a lucky streak.  Plus I had a nice conversation with a TRU explaining a little bit of distro, too...

Where I live in NJ, it's swarmed with scalpers.   In my area there's about 3-5 Wal Marts, 8+ Targets, Kmarts, TRU, Sears... and every single one hasn't had a wave of TVC figures past Wave 2 since October of last year.  Over the last two months it's gotten a little better, but most of my scores have been online.

The problem in my area definitely isn't new figures, it's scalpers and their deals with WM, Target and TRU.  The stores order case upon case but it's the same 2 or three guys buying them all and flipping them on Ebay, the local comic stores, and the two flea markets in the area.  I've stopped going to the stores closest to me because the local flea market toy dealer pays off the employees to save him every single new figure.  His average price per figure at the flea market is $20 and up!

I managed to pick up a nice set of new figures at the Toys R Us in Times Square in New York City.   This is really the only store you can get *anything* besides Sandtroopers, Stormtroopers, yellow clones, and the occasional Rebel Commando at for a 20+ mile radius. 

I managed to score Ackbar, Bom, AND Fordo all in one go.  There were a lot of Bespin Hans too there, but I'm waiting on one i got last week from ebay.

I also got to chat with a kid restocking the SW isle that morning.   He collects too and says the stores are ordering a lot heavier on TVC he last few months, that their store alone gets several cases each week, and that if you don't see much this summer, your local store is getting scalped...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on July 14, 2011, 01:06:02 PM
this need to be put to Hasbro cos this is killing the hobby
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on July 14, 2011, 03:18:07 PM
I received today my Cyborg Darth Maul Premium Format from Sideshow!  He is MASSIVE, and looks sweet as HELL!  I hope to get some pics taken of him tomorrow.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on July 14, 2011, 11:47:08 PM
I think all of north Phoenix is getting scalped. I can't find anything anywhere for the last 3 months.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on July 15, 2011, 06:08:56 AM
Per my wife, former WalMart customer-service manager, it is against store policy and is in fact prosecutable as THEFT for employees to hold back merchandise for a specific buyer.  This happened at one of her stores in Electronics and the employees involved went to JAIL because of it.  And all they were doing was cutting a deal with a customer to NOT put the stuff out on the shelves when they were supposed to, but holding the items in the back and calling the customer, who then came in and bought up the items at regular price - giving the employees a pay-off in the process.  Those f****rs lost their jobs AND went to jail. 

She says call the regional offices and talk to either the District Manager or District Asset Protection folks.  Of course, if they blow you off, call Corporate.  You can get the numbers you need from the Service Desk or typically hanging on the wall in the "Site-To-Store" area.

Do this for EVERY store involved.  If they are all in the same region, it will highlight an endemic problem with their distribution system - and they may not all be in the same region.  Plus, wifey says, they will start an investigation on your allegations - no proof required.

I suspect other big-chain stores are similar, so try that with them as well.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on July 17, 2011, 01:35:17 PM
Thanks Doc! By the way I picked up this guy at my local Wally Mart.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on July 18, 2011, 08:43:59 AM
Nice!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 19, 2011, 08:41:28 AM
Sweet deal Clint, time to hit Targets. Time to get word on the fp too.
Tamer..... it's Tom not Clint. It's ok buddy.

Wow, don't know where I was that morning Tom. Sorry, I did go back and fix it. Must have been one of those days.

Great spacetrooper find. I haven't seen one of those on the pegs either. I am having a mad at Hasbro day.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on July 27, 2011, 10:04:19 PM
I got lucky today!!! I found some TVC figs. I got Bom Vimdin, Bespin Han, Fordo, and Logray. They had the Rebel Trooper too but I couldn't buy more than 4 figs. This was at Target by the way which has been bone dry for the past 2 or 3 months.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on July 28, 2011, 09:11:59 AM
Wow, good luck you have!!  Perhaps I should take a trip to my local Target.  (if you accept local being an hour away...)

Uh, wait... that's $20 in gas, give or take... shipping would be infinitely cheaper.  Dang.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on July 28, 2011, 09:29:30 AM
HeyClonesniper, if you happen to be at the Target again, would you mind picking me up 2x RFT, 2xFordo and 2x Bespin Han?
I'll paypal you the funds.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 28, 2011, 10:46:01 AM
Wow, a Fordo on the pegs! Thats great.

I actually traveled to target and was able to find the new Bounty Hunter 3 Pack. The Imperial Set with the Driver was missing, but they did have the droid set which I passed on.

I kept looking online, but no luck there for those three packs.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on July 28, 2011, 10:55:43 AM
I managed to pick up a nice set of new figures at the Toys R Us in Times Square in New York City.   This is really the only store you can get *anything* besides Sandtroopers, Stormtroopers, yellow clones, and the occasional Rebel Commando at for a 20+ mile radius. 

I'm hoping this holds true for when I head up to NYC in early/mid-August...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on July 28, 2011, 11:00:29 AM
HeyClonesniper, if you happen to be at the Target again, would you mind picking me up 2x RFT, 2xFordo and 2x Bespin Han?
I'll paypal you the funds.
I'll keep my eyes open, but I think there are a lot of scalpers and collectors in my area who clean everything out pretty fast.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on July 28, 2011, 12:10:44 PM
Thanks!
Let me know how much I owe you.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 28, 2011, 01:55:13 PM
Hey folks it might be time to head out to target. My wife is in PA today at a Target and she picked me up one of the blu ray dvd release 4 packs. Ofcourse it was the Episode 5 one. She also said they had the new helmets, TCW dlx packs, among other things. She didn't find the new taun taun packs yet, but it seems target is hot right now. I will post some pics when she gets home.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on July 28, 2011, 07:36:40 PM
After a few months away ... on the dark continent... i got a bit of vacation and finally some shopping.
I had mail waiting... the free mail away items from saving receipts over a certain dollar ammount... 2 AT-RT with ARF Trooper Boil and 3 Armored Scout Tank with Tactical Droid.
I am not a big Vintage Collection collector, but i have bought myself a few. ESB Boba Fett, AOTC Jango Fett, AOTS AT-RT Driver, and 2 ARC Trooper Commander (Fordo). I also ordered a few more...like R5-D4, Fi Ek Sirch, and the Weequay.
I also bought the Boba Fett helmet finally. but still no blaster.
I bought 2 SL Spacetrooper figs.
I went Clone Wars crazy as my son likes to say, and bought any new stuff that looked nice. i bought 2 Commander Locke, Eeth Koth, 2 Hevy in Training Armor, R7-A7, new Kit Fisto with 2 lightsabers, new outfit Anikin. I also picked up 2 ARF Trooper Waxer with Battle Droid and 2 Special Operations Clone Trooper with Geonosian Drone Target exclusive 2-packs. I also picked up a few CW vehicle figure sets ... speederbike with Castas and the Republic Scout Speeder with ARF Trooper. i really want a few more of the rep scout speeder sets. it is awesome.
I also bought the TRU Exclusive Battle over Endor figures set 1, and had to order set 2 online. And I preordered 2 of the TRU Exclusive Commander Blackout figs.
I also picked up the Shadow V-19 Lego set.
I missed the chance to order the SDCC Exclusive stuff... same problems every time I decide to go ahead and order... overwhelmed network and i get nothing.
And my wife would kill me if I ordered too much more.
Plus i picked up some reading ... Choices of One, Legacy volumes 9 and 10,  and Blood Ties -story of Jango and Boba.
plus more book pre-orders.
but it sure felt good to finally make a few purchases.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 28, 2011, 07:39:23 PM
Well here is a pic of the TESB Blu Ray DVD release. I like it. It is better than any of the other movie release sets imo.

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It sounds to me like they had out the remote control republic tank, the new helmet sets like grievous, and a few other things too. The one day I can't go on a longer trip my wife finds me some goodies. Maybe I need to let her go hunting all the time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on July 28, 2011, 08:21:53 PM
DRS - GREAT to see you back on here!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dana.raye.smith on July 28, 2011, 08:46:00 PM
I have been lurking... not much time to post.
It looks like everyone here has been seriously busy.
Nice to know there is always a quick SW fix just around the corner, no matter where you may find yourself.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 29, 2011, 05:44:08 AM
DRS, it is good to see you back. That was some SW haul you made. I bet that took up some table top space!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on July 29, 2011, 08:03:25 AM
Target is said to have a toy reset on Sunday .
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: KesselRunImports on July 29, 2011, 08:16:31 AM
We have been finding a lot of new stuff at our Targets the last couple of days. New figures from the Vintage line, the new Republic Attack Shuttle.... we have some good stuff to start off the next season of the KRR.
Title: Bag a deal
Post by: JTrooper on July 29, 2011, 11:30:23 AM
Look here at these recipts and pics
Title: Re: Bag a deal
Post by: Tamer on July 29, 2011, 11:32:38 AM
Are you saying you got these new dlx vehicles for a little over 4 bucks?
Title: Re: Bag a deal
Post by: JTrooper on July 29, 2011, 11:43:41 AM
Yes so start your search
Title: Re: Bag a deal
Post by: Tamer on July 29, 2011, 11:46:44 AM
Yes so start your search


Holy mother of....

You need to go buy a lottery ticket my man! I bet the rest of us aren't that lucky. I am gonna move this thread to the new star wars purchases thread and create a front page news story. Wow.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 29, 2011, 11:49:18 AM
http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=7056.msg115614#new

Check this out in the Retail Stores Thread. JTrooper found the new TCW Dlx packs for a little over 4 bucks at target. Wait a minute I will go quote him and move this here.

UPDATE: This new news is already on the fp. I hope folks head on out to Target to see if they can get lucky like JTrooper! And J, thanks for spreading the word. You might save folks a ton of money.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JTrooper on July 29, 2011, 12:12:43 PM
Hey the Cade Bane is $16.99 still the new ones list for $4.24 go to the price checker first to make sure of the price
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 29, 2011, 12:21:13 PM
Hey the Cade Bane is $16.99 still the new ones list for $4.24 go to the price checker first to make sure of the price

Hey, I believe you because when I went to get the new target three pack of bounty hunters they tried to charge me $25 till I was able to show them they should be 2o. See, I don't have luck like you and have the brand new stuff come up at those cheap prices. Wow, you sure got lucky.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on July 29, 2011, 12:46:39 PM
I think Jt got there before the local scalper did - because I *betcha* a store-local price change was made to get them that low.  Regardless of HOW it happened, :THUMBSUP:!!!  Heckuva deal, bud!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on July 29, 2011, 05:19:27 PM
i seriously want those new deluxe packs especially the new Y-wing !!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on July 30, 2011, 09:09:48 PM
Made an hour+ run to Target today with Ad'galar. (that's ONE way, btw)  Struck out on the deluxe vehicles, but they had a lot of empty peg-space and I overheard an associate telling another customer they would be resetting the toy dept later this coming week.  I *did* manage to score a Bespin Han and a RFT!  There was a Logray also on the peg, but to me, Ewoks rank right down there with Gungans and Skinnies.  They had quite a few of the 3-pack specials, too, and some of the Geonosis Arena pairs - but those were still $13!!

I hit a Target, a K-Mart, three WalMarts, and verified the TRU Express in the mall was closed up.  In addition to the aforementioned figs, we also nabbed 5 boxes of SW gaming minis, 2 Super Soaker waterguns (for parts in making costume Mando blasters!), a Saga Ughnaut (1st version), 3 GI Joe figs, a steel water bottle, a set of darts (Ad'galar needed new darts), a pair of 10# weight-plates (so I look GOOD in my Mando costume!), a can of "runner's mace" for my wife to carry on her 8+ mile runs thru the national forest, and a "bed-chair" for #1 daughter who likes to read sitting up in bed.  I spent NO money at K-Mart or at Books-a-Million and we managed to not go into Hobby Lobby.  :D

Wonder if I can pull off a trip to the Target an hour in the opposite direction any time soon...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 31, 2011, 05:10:30 AM
Well you had some good scores there Doc.

I sure hope you keep us updated on that Mando costume. I would love to see a step by step. ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on July 31, 2011, 06:13:34 AM
I was *kinda* disappointed in only scoring one each of the new guys and very disappointed in a lack of Fordo and vehicles, but I'll live.

As for the costume, the funny thing is I'm assembling all the extra bits first - weaponry, belt-pouches, etc.  The actual armor is a long way off.  But you bet I'll be doing a step-by-step of it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 31, 2011, 02:16:00 PM
I finally got the RARE Action Fleet Remote Controlled AT-AT Walker, the JC Penny Exclusive. Yes, the 3 button controlled one!


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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on July 31, 2011, 03:39:33 PM
nice score dave
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 31, 2011, 04:12:35 PM
I finally got the RARE Action Fleet Remote Controlled AT-AT Walker, the JC Penny Exclusive. Yes, the 3 button controlled one!

Well that is just awesome. I have never seen one till now!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on July 31, 2011, 05:24:23 PM
Me, either.  I've been making do with my regular two-button one that I thought was special!  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on July 31, 2011, 05:52:20 PM
Me, either.  I've been making do with my regular two-button one that I thought was special!  ;D


me too Doc! I got mine at KB Toys back in the day.
Title: Re: Bag a deal
Post by: lucasclones on July 31, 2011, 06:29:16 PM
Are you saying you got these new dlx vehicles for a little over 4 bucks?
I did get the scout speeder for 4.24 while I was out camping. Thanks Tamer for posting on Facebook. I saw this on my phone and when we went to get icecream there was a Target next to it so we walked in and they had it for 4.24. The other were still reg price. Warthog hasn't seen my area yet though!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 01, 2011, 02:42:15 PM
Hey guys I got lucky at Target again. I picked up the CW threepack that has ARC Commander " Blitz" with Echo and Fives. It was 19.99 and it looks like this one will be the harder one to find. The employees just stocked the shelves and there was only one of these.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on August 01, 2011, 02:53:49 PM
Hey guys I got lucky at Target again. I picked up the CW threepack that has ARC Commander " Blitz" with Echo and Fives. It was 19.99 and it looks like this one will be the harder one to find. The employees just stocked the shelves and there was only one of these.

lucky sod
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 01, 2011, 03:43:11 PM
Way to go Tom, gonna put that on the front page.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: lucasclones on August 01, 2011, 06:07:53 PM
Awesome Tom! I saw 2 Targets with these sets and they already both had sold this set which of course is the only one I am interested in getting and the only one that has 3 "new" figs. Enjoy that Blitz buddy he a nice looking figure!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 01, 2011, 11:20:25 PM
Thanks Chad. I was getting really down about the figure availability, but now I'm smug.  ^-^

I also want to tell everyone I'm going to Legoland this week so if anyone really needs some Star Wars Legos  maybe I can get 'em in there.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wookielover1138 on August 02, 2011, 12:21:39 PM
I've been getting very lucky at Target lately and here's what I got today, Anakin Skywalker's Ultimate FX Lightsaber by Hasbro 0/ Needless to say it is awesome and I'm running around my house playing Jedi ;D

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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on August 02, 2011, 12:23:33 PM
very cool!!!! ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 02, 2011, 12:35:29 PM
I had to take that cool shot the fp Jenn. Daggone it must be nice to see new product. Target seems to be the hot store.

Surely Wally World is gonna reset soon!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wookielover1138 on August 02, 2011, 12:48:00 PM
Thanks Shawn :D Target does seem to be where it's at, and I've noticed different one's in my area have different things out 0/ Good old WW's shelves are still looking pathetic though, I keeping thinking something will be there...but still nothing!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on August 02, 2011, 01:03:31 PM
Looks like an awesome saber and what a great photo! Lucky you!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: lucasclones on August 02, 2011, 07:35:02 PM
Yes! Just got Warthog and ywing scout for $4.75. Thanks to Tamer for posting it up, SWAN for posting the sale was still on today, and my wife for letting me get it! I feel so lucky.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on August 02, 2011, 10:19:56 PM
damn you yanks!  you taunt us!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 03, 2011, 05:51:15 AM
damn you yanks!  you taunt us!

Jay, don't feel bad my stores haven't gotten in a single new thing. It is nice to see folks finding some new things though. I still don't feel like the long drought is over, kind of like this is a small rain to remind us of how things should be.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: flaccideagle on August 03, 2011, 07:27:45 AM
Stopped by my local Target Monday (which has historically been run over by scalpers, or just never gets new product until months late, since it opened in the late 90's) for some other stuff and and noticed a toy isle reset going on, with a GIANT pallet full of Hasbro boxes.

Didn't pick up anything but I did chat it up with the two twenty-somethings stocking the toy isles and learned a great deal.

First, I learned that both of them collect as well. 
One collects DCUC and the other JLU.   
So that explains why those two lines never ever show up on the pegs at this store. 
Neither one of them even realized their store was being picked over by scalpers.
 They thought that the SW stuff was just not popular. 
I put in a quick area search in eBay on my phone to show them how many vintage collection auctions were going on in a 10 mile radius and a WOW face shot over them.

I gave them a quick physical description of the two problem guys and they were shocked that they were resellers. 
"Both those guys are here every Monday morning, and they race each other to the toy and electronics section. 
And they return tons of toys every week... Carts full of em... Now I know why sales are so low."

These guys weren't mean or putting me on, they were just clueless. 
Two customers have been sabotaging this store's sales for YEARS and the two kids in charge had no idea/couldn't be bothered to say something about 30+ of the same figure being returned with "$19.99" white price stickers affixed.
They were up on the switch-in-box problems but only the last few weeks as per an internal memo to the store.  But they couldn't figure out why figures had these white price stickers on them.

On a more positive note, the shelves were stocked with a bunch of Attack Shuttles, all the new deluxe sets, and the new Blu-Ray box sets.  Actually WAY too many of the blu ray sets.  These are nice starter sets but at $24.99 for 4 figures the savy new collector will find them cheaper somewhere else.

Zero new vintage, zero new TCW, and one new case of legends.  It looks like TRU and Kmart are the places to go for new TVC, as they charge too much per figure for resellers to make any profit.

Most of the new stuff was for Captain America, which blew these employees minds.  The Cap stuff they said "looks so bad" and they can barely keep in stock.  To me it looks great and is the same as the MU stuff.
The only stuff the guys said that isn't moving is the 4 pegs full of Dengars, cloud car pilots and green clones (which have all been there at least since Christmas!!) and the Transformers movie stuff.  They said there's an entire unopened pallet in the back of Transformers stuff and "it's just going to go over to TJ Maxx down the road like the last movie."

Not everyone's Target is awesome.  Mine it seems is picked over by both the employees AND scalpers.  :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: hannsfartknocker on August 03, 2011, 10:48:23 AM
i went to target today and got the saga legends stormtrooper, spacetrooper, and deathstar trooper for $6.99 each. the stormtrooper is extremely rubbery and the joints are pretty loose, he also seems a little short (no pun intended) the vintage one is loads better. the other two are great figures.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wookielover1138 on August 03, 2011, 12:56:30 PM
Just picked up TCW Defend Kamino Battlepack at Target and I highly recommend getting your hands on one! It has Echo, Fives, & ARC Commander Blitz who is by far the best clone I've ever seen with his detailed pauldron & kama, plus a poseable range finder 0/ Only complaint, Hasbro made a mistake on the back of the packaging and it says Fives is Echo and Echo is Fives...shame on you Hasbro bbfet Happy hunting everyone :)

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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 03, 2011, 01:04:44 PM
Sweet find Jenn. First I have heard of the error nice job!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wookielover1138 on August 03, 2011, 01:16:34 PM
Thanks Shawn! When I first picked it up in Target I kept looking at the back thinking I thought Echo had the hand print and that I was wrong, so I showed it to Nate and he confirmed my suspicion :) I hadn't heard anything about a misprint either, but I'm still very happy with pack 0/
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 03, 2011, 01:58:44 PM
My wife just left with the camera, but I just got in my GG McQuarrie Snowtrooper Mini-Bust. It came in beautiful shape and the bust just looks gorgeous! YipYipYipeeeeee!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 03, 2011, 02:30:04 PM
LOL!  So you got yours already, and mine's just had it's shipping label printed and not shipped yet.  I don't get that at all, but it's all good.  I believe my Nevill Longbottom bust is coming at the same time, which again begs the question: why can't they ship them together and save on shipping?

I was at a local Target yesterday, and saw that they had done a reset, but the only new items were the Republic Attack Shuttle and those lightsabers.

It doesn't surprise me that some of these employees are so clueless on things that happen in their own stores.  Most are just there for the paycheck and could care less about the actual store.  And personally, I have no issue with employees getting dibs on items before they hit the shelves, as long as it's for them and them only.  Should have some kind of perk, I guess.  The issue becomes when they save all that stock for others to scalp later down the road.

The problem with scalpers is going to be a never ending issue as long as there is a secondary market for things. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wookielover1138 on August 03, 2011, 02:51:32 PM
I can't wait to see pics Shawn!!!

I agree Phatty, that's why we have to out smart them at their own game so the collector's can get the good merch 0/ Maybe I'll take my lightsaber with me on my next hunt, those scalpers can be deadly ;)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 03, 2011, 03:01:01 PM
Ah, I can see the headlines in the papers now... "3 In Coma After Lightsaber Assault."  Works for me!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 03, 2011, 03:25:36 PM
Frankly I sometimes think those employees are dumb right down to the bank if you get my drift.

Anyhow I found my old junk camera and took just two pics to show you I did get it. I will try to do it better justice tomorrow when I am less tired. It does look nice though. Sometimes I could kick Pat for getting me into them, but I could sometimes honestly see getting into this or Sideshow exclusively as the products are so nice. I think all collections should have one GG bust in em.

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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: lucasclones on August 03, 2011, 04:35:49 PM
I can't wait to see pics Shawn!!!

I agree Phatty, that's why we have to out smart them at their own game so the collector's can get the good merch 0/ Maybe I'll take my lightsaber with me on my next hunt, those scalpers can be deadly ;)
Only if its included in this weeks edition of KRR Jenn! ;)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on August 04, 2011, 07:52:01 AM
The Target I hit up last week had two of those Kamino sets.

I was thinking about loading up the Sprout (since it is Thursday, it's just me and the youngest until 10pm or so) and heading for another "local" Target (which conveniently has a TRU right down the street), but that's a 60+ mile drive into a college town... so I'm concerned it would all be for nothing.  But there's two WM's, and Books A  Million, and a Hobby Lobby that could make up for it.  But still me and a 6yo on a toy mission that will work out to an hour and a half driving each way...and she gets car-sick...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: flaccideagle on August 04, 2011, 10:13:30 AM
Scored the Rebel Ground Crew and Clone Blackout today at TRU...
it was pretty picked over and I was really surprised to find them.  Two more blackouts left and four empty pegs, wow.  Ground Crew was the last one, and it looks like the store got three cases of deluxe sets in.  Literally two whole pegs of just TVC Dengar.

I'll post some reviews later today

I have no problems with people at Target or anywhere else getting first dibs.  I worked at two different stores in college just so I could get first picks of POTF2's first years.  Later on I worked at a few different comic shops and it was the same deal.  That's the only "perk" these minimum wage jobs have.

It's when employees take bribes from people or hide things in the back that gets me crazy.   We used to have a "buy it now or put it out" clause at the comic shop for employees, which def helped keep the bin in the back office empty of rare goodies.

Talking to another collector yesterday about that Target, and we're both pretty sure they might be clueless about Star Wars, but they're most definitely scalping the DCUC.  He's seen those two guys selling stuff to our local flea market scalper, who since 1995 has always made sure to have the latest Star Wars, GiJoe, and Sideshow stuff with a 100%-200% markup.
And remarkably, because there's so many collectors in NJ, and so little supply, he manages to move it all every month, except a few POTJs in the dollar bin.   If only the people buying from him realized they could buy it at the TRU down the street at 1/3 the price if they stopped giving him money.  The worst I think was Christmas 2008 when he bought at least 10+ BMFs when they first hit and marked them all at $275.  You couldn't find one here until almost six months after Christmas.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 04, 2011, 11:06:53 PM
Just got back from San Diego. I picked up a CW El-Les and the Rebel Transport Speeder at TRU. You guys won't believe me but at that TRU in San Diego they had TWO of those Delta Squad packs for 40 bucks each, and my wife wouldn't let me get one. I was just sitting there holding it in my hand for a few minutes and then put it down and walked out. All I got at Legoland was a Boba Fett keychain.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on August 04, 2011, 11:59:27 PM
I'm sorry that your wife didn't understand that you could probably have re-financed your own Delta pack by selling the other on Ebay in a short while. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 05, 2011, 08:13:31 AM
Wow Tom, thats a tough one, but a person does have to say within a budget. I know how that works.

Quite a few years ago I made my own checking account just for my SW purchases and it has meant a lot more peace in the Tamer household. I went nuts on this stuff when I got back into it and this was the solution that has worked. I give myself an allowance per month now and don't go beyond it. Ofcourse I don't have the problems you do because I can't seem to find anything new in my stores! Thank God for the Yarders!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 05, 2011, 09:27:29 AM
Speaking of having a hard time finding things, Tamer, I got you a present today!  I was at a local Target to pick up a new sheet set for my bed at work, and came across a lone, Captain Fordo TVC figure, nicely carded with the punch tab still attacked mostly.  It was punched slightly to hang on the peg, but not all the way so it's still there.  Card condition is probably C9.5 or higher, slight warp to cardback from packaging, but can be flattened out simply by letting it lay flat on a table for a bit.  No creases, no bubble dents, no scratches that I could see.  It'll be on it's way to you sometime this week when I have a moment to go to the post office!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 05, 2011, 09:27:43 AM
Yeah, we were on vacation and really did have to stick to a budget. If I found those guys at my local TRU I could have picked it up. Gas in California was roughly 4 bucks a gallon and we were eating out a lot....... bla bla bla. I like Republic Commandos but I never expected to buy these guys in the first place, so that's what keeps me from kicking myself. And Tamer, my wife likes that idea of having a Star Wars checking account.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 05, 2011, 10:22:17 AM
Sweet deal Pat, I can cross that off my list! Freaking awesome!

And Tom, I hear you, as I go through different phases of my collecting this system just worked for me. I keep all my SW items separate from my mainstream bills and my wife digs it.

As for some new things I just got from the Yarders. Lucasclones found me the Target Imperial Set and it showed up minty minty fresh.

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And speaking of Tom my new AT-AT Technician came in and it looks awesome!

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And to top that all my wife checked the post office for me and these are in!

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I am gonna get to work on these to hopefully have them all out no later than Monday!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on August 05, 2011, 10:46:10 AM
Shab, I was lucky a minute ago: Won two Ebay auctions, one over Antares Draco, Ganner Krieg and Darth Maleval, the other over the Jedi Evolutions figures Qui-Gon, Bultar Swan and Luke.
All loose but complete and I paid small money for them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 05, 2011, 12:28:12 PM
Super excited for those T-shirts! 

Kurgan, those are some nice figures, especially if you got them on the cheap!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: lucasclones on August 05, 2011, 02:19:06 PM
Sweet deal Pat, I can cross that off my list! Freaking awesome!

And Tom, I hear you, as I go through different phases of my collecting this system just worked for me. I keep all my SW items separate from my mainstream bills and my wife digs it.

As for some new things I just got from the Yarders. Lucasclones found me the Target Imperial Set and it showed up minty minty fresh.

(http://www.imperialshipyards.net/images/shawn/newgoodies1.gif)

And speaking of Tom my new AT-AT Technician came in and it looks awesome!

(http://www.imperialshipyards.net/images/shawn/newgoodies2.gif)

And to top that all my wife checked the post office for me and these are in!

(http://www.imperialshipyards.net/images/shawn/newgoodies3.gif)

(http://www.imperialshipyards.net/images/shawn/newgoodies4.gif)

I am gonna get to work on these to hopefully have them all out no later than Monday!
Glad you got it and how cool is that that Phatty got you a Fordo! Awesome!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 09, 2011, 02:24:27 PM
Found these guys at a toy museum in north Phoenix.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 09, 2011, 02:36:11 PM
Well we went school shopping for the first time today, hard to believe my little gal is old enough to go to school already, and I didn't see a single new SW figure so as I was strolling through the mall I spied the Hallmark Store and am I glad I did. They were down to one each on these and that Bossk was a special behind the counter ask as it was a "limited quantity" item. Now if there was just some way for me to get hold of the SDCC Halmark IGGY and Dengar I would be set!

(http://www.imperialshipyards.net/images/shawn/hallmark-haul.gif)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on August 10, 2011, 05:41:39 AM
New arrivals: Emperor's Royal Guard and TFU Shadow Guard, both loose, but in mint condition.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on August 11, 2011, 10:46:42 AM
Today at Toys'R'Us i scored the exclusive Republic Commando set .. butt
in The Force Unleashed Box !!  :D
it was the last one .. so I'm pretty sure this is a factory error . So is it valuable ?
What should i do ? Open it or keep it boxed ?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 11, 2011, 11:28:07 AM
Today at Toys'R'Us i scored the exclusive Republic Commando set .. butt
in The Force Unleashed Box !!  :D
it was the last one .. so I'm pretty sure this is a factory error . So is it valuable ?
What should i do ? Open it or keep it boxed ?

Oh yeah, factory error and depending on how widespread it is could be very valuable. How bout some pics? I will put you on the front page!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on August 11, 2011, 11:44:54 AM
I'm having a bit of trouble posting the picture . I got took a picture with photo booth on a Mac .
A little help please ?

(http://Photo on 2011-08-11 at 11.41 #4.jpg)



(http://Photo on 2011-08-11 at 11.40 #2.jpg)

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 11, 2011, 11:50:38 AM
I'm having a bit of trouble posting the picture . I got took a picture with photo booth on a Mac .
A little help please ?

Try www.photobucket.com and use the img code.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on August 11, 2011, 11:54:13 AM
(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/th_Photoon2011-08-11at11402.jpg)

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/th_Photoon2011-08-11at11414.jpg)

Sorry they're soooo small :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 11, 2011, 12:06:52 PM
Man, wish they were bigger.

I would love something around a 400 pixel width.

Can you use the additional options and attach em that way?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 11, 2011, 12:11:17 PM
Well, it's not Star Wars, but I got my SDCC exclusive Neville Longbottom mini bust from Gentle Giant today!  I'm so glad I got it, because it looks fantastic.  He ended up being one of my favorite characters in that last movie, too, so I'm doubly glad I was able to get one.  I'll try and get some pics uploaded soon!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 11, 2011, 12:13:03 PM
Cool deal Pat, I know you were looking forward to that one.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 11, 2011, 12:35:53 PM
Yeah, and I have a Harry Potter year 5 mini bust on its way as well from eBay.  Looks like I fell face first into another line to collect.  Wife should be thrilled about that one.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 11, 2011, 01:43:50 PM
Yeah, and I have a Harry Potter year 5 mini bust on its way as well from eBay.  Looks like I fell face first into another line to collect.  Wife should be thrilled about that one.

LOL. Were I could go with that one.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 11, 2011, 02:50:22 PM
(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/th_Photoon2011-08-11at11402.jpg)

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/th_Photoon2011-08-11at11414.jpg)

Sorry they're soooo small :(
I havent seen that set in my tru store yet but might scout for it tomorrow. I did get two of those officer figures from Tung yesterday. I will try to post some pics and possibly a review of him later tonight.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on August 11, 2011, 04:05:24 PM
Is this better ?

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-11at11414.jpg?t=1313095417)

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-11at11402.jpg?t=1313103843)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 11, 2011, 07:07:43 PM
Why is the delta squad in your force unleashed packaging? Did you swap em or were they packaged that way?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on August 11, 2011, 07:53:51 PM
is it a swap someone returned?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on August 11, 2011, 09:05:21 PM
No i think it was a factory error . I'm not really sure ..
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on August 12, 2011, 06:28:53 AM
Just got back from a 12 day scout camp on wednesday and decided to go into Westfield the next day and found this in a shop called Toy Planet:
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/DSC00115-1.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 12, 2011, 03:40:01 PM
No i think it was a factory error . I'm not really sure ..

Well that looks interesting enough for a front page story to me. Take a look at your package and see if it looks like it is still factory sealed. I am assuming these are taped or sealed shut and if the tape is not cut I would say we have a true error here. I would love to see some clearer pics from different angles, especially the side that is sealed. Cool stuff 110clones. Thanks for making us aware of it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: flaccideagle on August 12, 2011, 03:54:41 PM
Is this better ?

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-11at11414.jpg?t=1313095417)

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-11at11402.jpg?t=1313103843)

it looks factory to me!
nice score!

In the 90s before SW collecting got huge and prices soared, I was big into error Kenner cardbacks.  I still wish I hadn't sold my prize Tatooine Luke on a Vader 12-Back.  I got into it a little when POTF2 came out, but there were so many errors out it didn't feel special to me.

This is a nice one though.  The fact that it's video game figures with an incorrect video game box is sweet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 12, 2011, 09:00:18 PM
I managed to find both correctly packaged video game figure sets today. Look at the whopper of a price that tru put on these. At these prices, tunghori's prices seem quite respectable even with his shipping price tacked on.

I also cornered a stockman and had him open a case of the vehicle two packs that contained 1 rebel transport pack to three genosian drone/speeder packs. Hasbro sure isnt worried about getting that one out there.  I also found a tvc bespin han, a rebel fleet trooper, and a bom vimdin at a target.

I guess that I'm done hunting until the new taun taun comes out.

there seems no real point in looking for a colt or the riot control clone anymore. they are not going to be found.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6136/6037426070_986970a36a_z.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on August 12, 2011, 10:44:20 PM
Here are some more pics on the sides .
Right Side  

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-12at18522-1.jpg?t=1313214331)

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-12at18522.jpg?t=1313214381)

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-12at1855.jpg?t=1313214415)

Looks fine to me .

Left Side

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-12at2236.jpg?t=1313214448)

Pretty banged up on there . I just noticed that . So should I keep it boxed ?
Btw thanks Tamer for the front page !! I really appreciate it !  :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 13, 2011, 05:58:56 AM
Wow Clint, lucky devil. You always seem to be in the right place at the right time. Wow, those toysrus prices make me glad they aren't TESB items. I can see you dropped some coin there yesterday.

110clones it looks factory sealed to me, the quality control folks must not have caught it. I haven't heard of any more of these so you might have just doubled your purchase price. It is a bit beat up on the corners it seems, but it is looking to me like a legitamite error and not just a swap out.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on August 13, 2011, 07:20:49 AM
Got the TVC Captain Fordo and the TVC AOTC Clone Trooper in today! Yeehaw!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on August 13, 2011, 10:47:34 AM
I got fordo and a space trooper today, YES!!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 13, 2011, 11:30:25 AM
It makes me glad to hear that the Fordo is actually starting to be found. Cmon Hasbro, make me eat my words about finding new items in the stores!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 13, 2011, 12:16:10 PM
Awesome score Clint! I managed to find a second Fordo. I just need to get a Rebel Fleet Trooper or two.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 13, 2011, 05:21:57 PM
Ya know, I was GOING to go to TRU today to try and find those, and then I stopped and asked myself, "Why?"  I like the female Sith and Starkiller figures, but I have lost most, if not all, desire to collect Hasbro Star Wars.  I have the Delta Squad, so do I need another, albeit more articulated set?  At $40 per set, I can honestly say, I do not. 

I did, however, receive yesterday, the 2011 Wave 3 Marvel Universe figures, featuring Skaar, Dr. Strange, Dr. Doom, Falcon, and Scarlet Spider.  Review to come on them shortly.  I also received tracking numbers on my SDCC McQuarrie Snowtrooper and EE Exclusive ROTS Obi-Wan Kenobi mini-busts.  Been quite an expensive week for me!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on August 13, 2011, 05:58:38 PM
Picked up a Republic Scout Speeder and a Separatist Droid Speeder at a semi-local WalMart Friday.  They had one each of the four deluxe figs and I *almost* got the Camas w/ speederbike pack, but set him down as I'd found a new sci-fi paperback I wanted.  Got home and discovered B would have liked me to get the Grevious wheel-bike.  Guess I shoulda called him.   :P  But they didn't have any new figures.

Clint, I lucked out and my son found me a Riot Control trooper 2 weeks ago, so hang in there.  (I wanted him for his shield and riot baton)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 13, 2011, 06:08:24 PM
Wow, Pat you dropped some coin too. Lots of nice busts  though.

Doc, I always do that. Glad I am not the only one.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: lucasclones on August 13, 2011, 06:38:26 PM
I did finally find the Defense of Kamino pack this past weekend! Yay!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 13, 2011, 06:46:18 PM
Today I opened up the target nine pack from last year from Clint and Pat sent me a Fordo and Grey Clone Commander! Sweet!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 13, 2011, 07:20:04 PM
You'll have to let me know if that Fordo meets your standards or not.  I think it's pretty clean, and hope it arrived just as I sent it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: kreeper2 on August 13, 2011, 07:40:57 PM
Just got back from wal mart found the new defense of kamino and hunt for grevious battle packs for 5 bucks each like on clearance. I even asked the associate there and she said they had been in the back for a while and they also had more stuff that they were hopefully going to put out tonight so im headed to wallie early and hopefully coming out with a fordo finally!!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 13, 2011, 07:45:38 PM
Nice score!  Hopefully you can find more goodies tomorrow when you get there!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 14, 2011, 07:19:37 AM
You'll have to let me know if that Fordo meets your standards or not.  I think it's pretty clean, and hope it arrived just as I sent it.

Pat, it looks perfect to me. Oh yeah, met my standards and then some. Thank you. It looks unpunched too, slick rick.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 14, 2011, 07:20:46 AM
I sure hope walmart does a new fall reset. So far I have only seen the mini rig or deluxe packs there, whatever they are calling them nowadays.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on August 14, 2011, 07:25:38 AM
I hit my local walmart that has been empty. So I round the corner and can see Vintage line has been restocked! Then I get to them and see Tatooine Luke, Gree, R5-D4 and a few stormtroopers. Oh joy...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 14, 2011, 07:35:29 AM
I hit my local walmart that has been empty. So I round the corner and can see Vintage line has been restocked! Then I get to them and see Tatooine Luke, Gree, R5-D4 and a few stormtroopers. Oh joy...

I realigned my largest walmart's pegs the other day, there are now three pegs full of rots clone troopers and obi wans, only 1 peg has so so characters. I feel your pain.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 14, 2011, 01:33:29 PM
I drove all the way to Glendale Arizona today to go to the McFarlane store. And I found Savage Opress. They also had Jetpack Rex but I could only get one figure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on August 14, 2011, 01:36:51 PM
Awesome find CloneSniper78!! , I wish I could find Savage  ;)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: jediwolf69 on August 15, 2011, 09:46:45 PM
I just got this to day at wal-mart  the tie bomber, A great deal if you ask me. now if I could only find a slave 1.

JW
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 16, 2011, 10:35:52 PM
Yeah my Wal-Mart has a few of these in the clearance isle but they are still asking 38 bucks for them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 17, 2011, 05:29:02 PM
I picked up this guy for Jay. It's R7-D4. Jay if you don't want him let me know and I'll return it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 17, 2011, 05:33:00 PM
I think I have 3 of those I have been trying to get rid of.

anyone find a colt or riot clone in stores yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on August 17, 2011, 07:07:28 PM
I think I have 3 of those I have been trying to get rid of.

anyone find a colt or riot clone in stores yet.

Ive been looking for those guys for ages !!! I guess im not the only one .
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 17, 2011, 07:09:19 PM
Clint you've been holding out on us buddy!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on August 17, 2011, 07:38:44 PM
I finally found DSE Luke at Target tonight, first time I've seen him, now I have all the figures from that wave I wanted!

(http://toys.jadedragononline.com/SW%20Luke%20Skywalker%20Death%20Star%20Escape.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 18, 2011, 08:29:18 AM
Nice score Spooky!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on August 18, 2011, 10:00:06 AM
Tom, waves hand, you will send that astromech to Luke Sprywalker if Jay doesn't want it. I'll trade you a Halo figure for it if you are interested.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 18, 2011, 12:48:34 PM
I thought Jay didn't want it so I returned it already and picked up the new CW Jetpack Rex. Sorry guys.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: flaccideagle on August 18, 2011, 03:43:44 PM
Here are some more pics on the sides .
Right Side  

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-12at18522-1.jpg?t=1313214331)

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-12at18522.jpg?t=1313214381)

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-12at1855.jpg?t=1313214415)

Looks fine to me .

Left Side

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-12at2236.jpg?t=1313214448)

Pretty banged up on there . I just noticed that . So should I keep it boxed ?
Btw thanks Tamer for the front page !! I really appreciate it !  :)

Looks 100% legit to me too.  I'm sure if you put the word out there on the boards you'll find a buyer!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on August 18, 2011, 08:42:54 PM
Here are some more pics on the sides .
Right Side  

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-12at18522-1.jpg?t=1313214331)

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-12at18522.jpg?t=1313214381)

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-12at1855.jpg?t=1313214415)

Looks fine to me .

Left Side

(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-08-12at2236.jpg?t=1313214448)

Pretty banged up on there . I just noticed that . So should I keep it boxed ?
Btw thanks Tamer for the front page !! I really appreciate it !  :)

Looks 100% legit to me too.  I'm sure if you put the word out there on the boards you'll find a buyer!


What you mean on the boards ?
And what price you think its worth ?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on August 20, 2011, 03:28:33 PM
Got my Entertainment Earth exclusive Revenge of the Sith Obi-Wan Kenobi mini bust.  Review to soon follow.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on August 22, 2011, 06:42:29 AM
Was close to a TRU yesterday.  Picked up a RebelTransport Speeder and Bom Vimdin.  Had to pass on:
a second Bespin Han
two Barriss Offee's
Vintage-packed Y-wing
TFU-II pack (the one with Imp naval commandos)
Battle Over Endor packs
TCW Slave I
Republic Attack Shuttle

Ah, well.  Some of those will be there a while, I think.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 22, 2011, 02:55:51 PM
Sounds like a good haul Doc.

I keep hoping to hear word that the taun tauns are hitting.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on August 22, 2011, 05:37:20 PM
Oh lucky you DOC! Great choices by the way.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on August 23, 2011, 02:19:48 PM
Found these 3 figures the other day:
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/DSC00212.jpg)
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/DSC00213.jpg)
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/DSC00214.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on August 24, 2011, 04:39:44 AM
Found these 3 figures the other day:
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/DSC00212.jpg)
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/DSC00213.jpg)
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/DSC00214.jpg)
Cool ! What store ??
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on August 24, 2011, 05:29:02 AM
Two Ebay pickups arrived today, all mint as can be:
2 Imperial Knights, 1 Quarren Sith Lord, 1 Jedi Evo Qui-Gon, 1 Jedi Evo Bultar Swan and 1 Jedi Evo Luke.
Great little haul.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on August 24, 2011, 10:29:07 AM
Found these 3 figures the other day:
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/DSC00212.jpg)
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/DSC00213.jpg)
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/DSC00214.jpg)
Cool ! What store ??

A shop called Toy Planet in Westfiield(shopping center) Derby.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on August 29, 2011, 07:36:42 PM
I got the Republic Attack Shuttle and the Defend Kamino battle pack a couple of days ago.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on August 29, 2011, 10:29:11 PM
did a 30 mile sweep out from my home town and found ....absolutly   nothing..and when i say nothing i mean NOTHING apart from season 3 Obi's and Mando Cops
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on August 30, 2011, 09:22:17 AM
Scored the Republic Attack Shuttle yesterday, and Delta Squad last Tuesday.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on September 01, 2011, 05:25:59 PM
got one of these at TRU today, stopped in just to see if there was anything new, had my 20% off coupon in my hand and saw this on the shelf

(http://www.djsandersco.com/media/05/a207917131a60515efae4c_m.JPG)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 02, 2011, 07:47:39 AM
I haven't seen anything new lately. I am eagerly awaiting that new taun taun.

I like the look of that toysrus hangarbay transport. Great score.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on September 15, 2011, 11:12:37 AM
Nice scores!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on September 18, 2011, 04:41:16 PM
(http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff503/crazy_cody1/Photoon2011-09-18at1635.jpg?t=1316389164)

Got these guys today at Target . Target is actually getting the new wave of clone wars . butt my Walmart isn't  :-\
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on October 01, 2011, 10:54:26 AM
found commander jet at target today  :D
they had all of the other waves to butt no sign of the new vintage ..
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on October 01, 2011, 01:54:55 PM
found Logray the other day at TRU, thats all the OT from wave 7 I wanted, now just to find multiples of the RFT
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on October 07, 2011, 05:06:42 PM
got Keyan Farlander and the Hoth Rebel Soldier from TRU for $6.50ea on the buy two for $12.99 sale. I am also getting the SDCC stormtrooper commander from Frys in the next few days!!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 09, 2011, 08:42:05 AM
Must be nice to see new vintage. I am jonesing bad for the new Echo Base Rebel Trooper!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on October 09, 2011, 11:07:17 AM
Must be nice to see new vintage. I am jonesing bad for the new Echo Base Rebel Trooper!

it was a surprise for me too, TRU is the only one I've seen with new stuff and thank god they were on sale!

This rebel trooper is awesome!!!!!

he looks great in my Hoth dio
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on October 09, 2011, 11:24:37 AM
Nice pick ups!  None of my stores, out of 3 Targets, 3 Walmarts, 2 Meijers and a Toys R Us have stocked anything new Star Wars wise in months.  I'm after the Bastilla Shan Vintage figure and the 2 different Savage Oppress figures.  Hell, I never even saw a TCW Quinlan Vos at retail.  I think Embo is the newest figure in our area.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: lostcauze501st on October 09, 2011, 04:41:10 PM
Nice pick ups!  None of my stores, out of 3 Targets, 3 Walmarts, 2 Meijers and a Toys R Us have stocked anything new Star Wars wise in months.  I'm after the Bastilla Shan Vintage figure and the 2 different Savage Oppress figures.  Hell, I never even saw a TCW Quinlan Vos at retail.  I think Embo is the newest figure in our area.

I feel your pain, none of the stores in my area have stocked anything new in a while, I was fortunate enough to pick up a spare Commander Colt last week at Wal Mart. Still waiting for VC Bastila and CW Saesee.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 09, 2011, 05:00:45 PM
Colt is not an easy one to find. I have only seen him in the wild once.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on October 11, 2011, 06:53:07 PM
Got the Fi-Ek Sirch I wanted.  I saw him at my TRU, the other day, but hesitated, and they took down the giant displays in the front.  I guess everything was sent to the back of the store, or to their warehouse.  Anyhow, I'm lucky to have him; can't wait to find a Bastila Shan.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: hannsfartknocker on October 12, 2011, 03:48:48 AM
I saw a vintage stormtrooper with a realy yellow helmet at target yesterday, I hope these won't be like the rots clones
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 12, 2011, 03:12:20 PM
My Fetts came today. Oh yeah!!!

(http://www.imperialshipyards.net/images/shawn/proto.gif)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 12, 2011, 03:34:52 PM
Sweet haul there, buddy! I want more.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 12, 2011, 03:36:57 PM
Sweet haul there, buddy! I want more.

I can see why. These are fantastic.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on October 12, 2011, 04:03:43 PM
That is a great site to come home to!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on October 12, 2011, 08:42:16 PM
I got my Prototype Armor Boba Fett. You guys already know what the front looks like so I'm gonna show you the back. I must have missed it somehow but I guess we're gonna get a ROTS 501st Clone in the new mold style. I can't wait to pick up Dr. Evazan and Aayla Secura. Actually I'd like one of each of this wave.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 14, 2011, 12:34:37 PM
Today I struck out trying to find that elusive wave 9 of the vintage collection again.
I did come home with the massive tru exclusive Death Star Trench run UBP and finally found one of those Clone Wars cannons.
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6115/6244520818_7b9b47dc23.jpg)
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6179/6244520838_2fed8c1d2a.jpg)
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6161/6244520868_119a7975f7.jpg)

Can anyone tell me if the Advance X-1 in this set is the same DArth Vader tie that was on the shelves a couple of years ago?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on October 14, 2011, 01:33:23 PM
It's exactly the same as the POTF 2 one mate
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 14, 2011, 02:56:09 PM
It's exactly the same as the POTF 2 one mate
thanks buddy. It seemed so big, I wasnt sure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 14, 2011, 03:02:35 PM
It is a great looking ulitmate battle pack that Trench Run. Sure wish I had the room to display it, but kinda steep to leave in rubbermaid.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on October 15, 2011, 03:31:31 PM
We went grocery shopping at the local METRO today.
It's a supermarket which supplies only resellers, restaurants, registered clubs, etc. and you need a special permit to shop there.
As chairman of our historical club I'm eligible to shop there and around Christmas they usually carry Star Wars figures and vehicles in additionb to the Star Wars Lego they have throughout the year.

I picked up TVC Rebel Fleet Trooper and Bastila Shan today. Opened the Rebel, but thinking about keeping Bastila Shan carded as she's case-fresh.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on October 15, 2011, 07:58:27 PM
We went grocery shopping at the local METRO today.
It's a supermarket which supplies only resellers, restaurants, registered clubs, etc. and you need a special permit to shop there.
As chairman of our historical club I'm eligible to shop there and around Christmas they usually carry Star Wars figures and vehicles in additionb to the Star Wars Lego they have throughout the year.

I picked up TVC Rebel Fleet Trooper and Bastila Shan today. Opened the Rebel, but thinking about keeping Bastila Shan carded as she's case-fresh.

Seems everybody's finding a Bastila but me..   :-\  Nice score, though, Volker!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on October 15, 2011, 09:49:42 PM
Seems everybody's finding a Bastila but me..   :-\  Nice score, though, Volker!

If I find one, you'll find it................on ebay!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 16, 2011, 04:35:07 AM
Don't feel bad USD, I haven't seen a new figure in months too. If I see a Bastila I will pick it up for you and you won't have to worry about the bay.

I am in need of a Rebel Trooper from Echo Base so if you see one of those case fresh I would love to buy that off of you or any other Yarder for that matter.

Lets hook each other up folks, its about the only way we are going to get what we want.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on October 16, 2011, 03:52:07 PM
I've seen 2 Echo Base Troopers (deck officer) on Saturday.
Want me to pick them up for you tomorrow after work?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 16, 2011, 04:47:47 PM
Man, I would like a couple of those myself, Volker

I picked up this vintage stuff this weekend. One 1980 Imperial Attack Base complete, one incomplete, and one box

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6019/6251981940_77b0e9c624.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on October 16, 2011, 05:11:48 PM
That is an awesome score Clint! Where did you find that stuff?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on October 16, 2011, 05:36:08 PM
The Imperial Attack Base was and is one of my favorites of all time. 

About the only Hasbro SW item I'm even looking for is the Bastila Shan.  My guess is, I won't find her at retail.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 16, 2011, 05:42:54 PM
LE, would you believe that I found those at my barber shop? This guy runs a barber shop down at Warsaw. where I go fishing, in a shop called Man Cave Collectibles, where he stocks various vintage collectibles including Star Wars stuff. I had inquired about the partial one that he had in that box in a case, a couple of weeks ago. He said that he had a complete one at home and we struck a deal on it for me to pick it up later. when I did, I shot him an offer for the incomplete one as well and low and behold, I walked out with them.

Pat, that was one of my favorites as well.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on October 16, 2011, 06:55:32 PM
About the only Hasbro SW item I'm even looking for is the Bastila Shan.  My guess is, I won't find her at retail.

Keep looking.  I saw her hanging from the pegs just the other day.  She seems to be the least popular of that wave in my area.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on October 17, 2011, 09:45:32 PM
The newest things I have seen are the new trus game packs. Beyond that there is nothing new in my area at all.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on October 17, 2011, 11:08:08 PM
Well, they are hard enough to get, it seems.
When I find her, I'll pick up a few extra Bastila figures and let you guys know.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on October 17, 2011, 11:34:00 PM
Well, they are hard enough to get, it seems.
When I find her, I'll pick up a few extra Bastila figures and let you guys know.

Ive been wanting her and logray
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on October 18, 2011, 04:05:55 AM
Well my local Walmart has restocked the vintage pegs with R5-D4, Farmboy Luke and the other figures from that wave. They also have a ton of CW "slight disagreement packs" I was lucky enough to dig thru them and find the Defend Kamino pack and will give it to Jaxon for Chistmas. Blitz looks awesome!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on October 18, 2011, 06:55:43 PM
Well, they are hard enough to get, it seems.
When I find her, I'll pick up a few extra Bastila figures and let you guys know.

I hope we all find one or more, soon.  I'm dying to find her...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on October 18, 2011, 11:03:12 PM
Funnily enough, the figure itself isn't half as spectacular as the image on the card's front.
The facesculpt isn't near as pretty as the image and the overall 2-colour paintjob could have been a lot better to make the figure more detailed.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on October 19, 2011, 05:32:16 AM
You are painfully correct Kurgan. I have her and it is a cool figure but the face sculpt does not look like the character at all. The top of her head is also swolen like some type of humanoid. I just don't get it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on October 19, 2011, 10:07:25 AM
LE, I've already been looking at putting her hairdo on top of the female head you used for your contest entry.
What do you think?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on October 19, 2011, 12:04:25 PM
I think that would make a great combo!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DeathClutch83 on October 20, 2011, 05:25:08 PM
I was at Kroger today getting some groceries and I saw Quinlan Vos.  When I checked out at the register and scanned my Kroger card it applied a coupon for the figure and I got him for free!!!!  An amazing pick up today, you dont get free figures very often.   javascript:void(0);
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on October 20, 2011, 06:14:04 PM
Well I got a feast for my eyes today but my wallet could only afford a snack! Target was the first stop, saw the new CW wave and picked up a Savage Oppress for Jaxon. Then I rounded the corner and there was a lady with a cart full of boxes she was getting ready to open! I asked if she could start with the SW boxes and she did, they were full of landspeeders, Luke Taun Taun and Han, Hoth Trooper and Taun Taun. Those beautiful vintage boxes were screaming at me but I had to pick one so I grabbed The Han pack as it came with the extra figure for the same price. There were no new vintage figures there.

I headed to TRU next with $20 left to spend and praying the Rebel ground Crew with speeder would be waiting for me. No such luck. :(  They did have the Death Star trench run and it looks awesome! Someone asked me if I was finding everything I wanted and I said no I have been hitting there stores for a month trying to find that set. I went to the service desk and asked the cashier to order it for me like there signs hanging around say they can do. After a few minutes he tells me it isn't available yet, I tell him how many people have had it for weeks, still he can't order it, It isn't in the system. I tell you they are really doing a great job getting this previous hard to find set to us aren't they? So now I am pissed that I left that Luke and Taun Taun at Target!

Kmart was a ghost town...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 20, 2011, 07:46:14 PM
Man, LE, I want that Target stuff so bad!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on October 21, 2011, 04:12:23 AM
I know, I tell you I felt like a kid again seeing those vintage boxes! When I get them I will take the stuff out of the box and still display those empty boxes!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DeathClutch83 on October 21, 2011, 11:31:19 AM
I got lucky today and was able to get two vintage packs from target.  They will look amazing in my collection!!!!!!  Ive been waiting to find Savage Opress in the armor, but have had no luck yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on October 21, 2011, 01:12:07 PM
Got a second RFT today, had to pay TRU prices but i got another one
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on October 21, 2011, 02:16:13 PM
Got a TCW Commander Wollfe and the Republic Scout Speeder with ARF Trooper today.
Dunno what to do with Wolffe except sending Clint his UPC and using the nice headsculpt for a custom, but I'll do some weathering on the speeder.
The ARF Trooper went to my son since he brought home a good score at the recent mathematics test today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 23, 2011, 08:47:31 AM
Are both taun taun packs out?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 23, 2011, 08:51:55 AM
Picked up Seripas last night. Cool figure, but the arm weapons suck :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 23, 2011, 09:10:06 AM
Are both taun taun packs out?
They are, Shawn, in certain part of the country. One case holds both of those vintage packs, and one case holds two search for luke tauntaun packs. They shipped at the same time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 23, 2011, 02:34:27 PM
Thanks Clint, kinda weird. I know if I was only buying one which one I would get that would get me one extra figure for the same price.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 23, 2011, 03:08:42 PM
You mean two extra figures right? Does lukes taun taun come with a figure?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: hannsfartknocker on October 23, 2011, 03:10:41 PM
just got the taun taun pack with han, does the stomache open or not?

yeah clint, luke's tauntaun comes luke
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 23, 2011, 03:11:53 PM
You sure about that, Hanns? According to the box art as shown at jedi temple archives, the box says action figures sold seperatly.
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6046/6273911341_77f46acd7a.jpg)

thanks to jta for this shot.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on October 23, 2011, 06:27:02 PM
Yea I had it in my hand and there is no luke in there acording to the packaging. How lame is that? That is why I was asking, are they charging us for the box art?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on October 23, 2011, 08:08:15 PM
You mean two extra figures right? Does lukes taun taun come with a figure?

nope....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on October 23, 2011, 08:09:09 PM
Yea I had it in my hand and there is no luke in there acording to the packaging. How lame is that? That is why I was asking, are they charging us for the box art?

and a slightly better paint job
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 25, 2011, 08:36:03 AM
I finally found a rebel echo base trooper. He looks good! The card was mangled, but oh well.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: B.R. Steel on October 28, 2011, 05:42:26 PM
Like many others here, I found the Landspeeder and Luke Skywalker's Tauntaun.  Really liking these.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on October 29, 2011, 06:51:42 PM
Id love a Luke and a taun taun..

I recently got two Han solo taun tauns and a bunch of new clone wars figs....FINALLY
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on October 29, 2011, 07:06:11 PM
Id love a Luke and a taun taun..

I recently got two Han solo taun tauns and a bunch of new clone wars figs....FINALLY

nip off one of the Han taun taun horns and you'll have Lukes
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on October 30, 2011, 05:22:13 AM
That is exactly what I plan to do when I see another Han set. You can't go wrong with those free figures!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on October 30, 2011, 11:58:42 AM
Yeah I was looking at that Han pack and it looks like he's got balljointed hips too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on October 30, 2011, 01:47:15 PM
Yeah I was looking at that Han pack and it looks like he's got balljointed hips too.

yup, Han and the taun taun both!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on October 30, 2011, 09:20:58 PM
It's a great set and well worth the price...for once ::)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Wookie-Balls on November 02, 2011, 04:25:57 AM
My latest purchases are mainly retro Vintage!

6x Kenner Stormtroopers
1 x Imperial Troop Transporter
1 x reproduction Troop Transporter stickers
1 x reproduction Endor Forest Ranger stickers
1 x POTF Han Carbonite coin
1 x POTF Luke Stormtrooper coin
1 x POTF A-Wing Pilot coin

Modern figures inc, Dagobah R2, Kyle Katarn, BAD HK50, Echo Base Han
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 03, 2011, 07:05:43 AM
I found some of the new vintage basic figure wave at Walmart. I picked up an Echo Base Trooper and a Jango Fett and that is a first for me. I have never seen one till now in my stores. Perhaps they are restocking the harder to find vintage figures from previous waves. It is nice to see wally world get in new stock too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on November 07, 2011, 08:03:48 PM
I'd love to see my local WalMarts restock their TVC pegs.  They still have Fi Ek Skirch, Kit Fisto, "Headband Obi-Wan," et al.  I wonder how long it would take them to restock if I bought all the TVC fig's hanging on the pegs...

I'd love a new Echo Base Trooper.  Heck, I need to look up EE's website to see how many waves I've missed, thanks to Hasbro & WalMart having NO EFFING CLUE how to stock toys.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on November 08, 2011, 10:44:01 PM
I found some of the new vintage basic figure wave at Walmart. I picked up an Echo Base Trooper and a Jango Fett and that is a first for me. I have never seen one till now in my stores. Perhaps they are restocking the harder to find vintage figures from previous waves. It is nice to see wally world get in new stock too.

I finally found a new figure on the pegs on saturday. Found a rebel fleet trooper...FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on November 09, 2011, 06:39:02 AM
AWESOME!!  Sure, you can buy one off the internet, but *nothing* compares to catching one in the wild!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on November 09, 2011, 03:11:07 PM
got the search for Luke BP and Ponda....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on November 09, 2011, 03:13:20 PM
I picked up a Ponda yesterday at my local Wal-mart!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 09, 2011, 08:17:09 PM
It sounds like this newest vintage wave is really hitting not too shabby, even in my wal mart. I hope this is a trend that continues and not just  a its close to Christmas so lets keep stocking toys thing, but guess it might be.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on November 09, 2011, 08:27:11 PM
AWESOME!!  Sure, you can buy one off the internet, but *nothing* compares to catching one in the wild!

Yeah I won one off the bay as well, along with Ponda, and Logray. I can't complain about the pricess because I ACTUALLY did really well with the prices, one was even lower than store cost with shipping.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 10, 2011, 12:13:31 AM
Got zip here for that new wave. My trip to tru, target, and two walmarts was a bust for it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on November 11, 2011, 08:30:10 AM
My local store FINALLY restocked!!!!!

With an old wave.   :'(

The positive thing is that it is the wave including Zam Wessel, Jango (w/ removable missile), and Senate Guard.   :'( that I had no $$ for SW figs...

(ETA:  This was TVC Wave 4, going by EE's pics...)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on November 13, 2011, 11:38:07 PM
My local store FINALLY restocked!!!!!

With an old wave.   :'(

The positive thing is that it is the wave including Zam Wessel, Jango (w/ removable missile), and Senate Guard.   :'( that I had no $$ for SW figs...

(ETA:  This was TVC Wave 4, going by EE's pics...)
Never even saw that wave in stores.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FlakBait on November 16, 2011, 09:37:40 AM
Went to target this morning and found vintage Slave leia, wicket, African american commando trooper, and tie fighter pilot. I bought slave leia and wicket. Was hoping to find the wave before this one to get hoth trooper. Oh well
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on November 17, 2011, 04:53:10 AM
I picked up a second Bastila Shan yesterday! She's up for grabs, still MOC.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on November 17, 2011, 06:04:23 AM
Yesterday I came home to a large box sitting on my porch. From a good friend in the UK that hooked me up with 3 sets of the Rebel Transport with ground crew! So stoked right now!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on November 17, 2011, 09:57:34 AM
Wow - I'm jumping for joy for you two!
(but on the inside, I'm  :'( )

 ;D

My local store has some NEW TCW figs - Saesee Tiin in Clone Armor, Kit Fisto in Snow Gear, the teeny alien in powered armor, and some others.  I think there was an Aqua-Droid, too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FlakBait on November 18, 2011, 10:22:27 AM
Picked up AV-7 Mobile Cannon this morning at TRS for $24 dollars and change using a $5.00 off reward coupon
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 18, 2011, 01:11:40 PM
Wow Spry that is an awesome friend. Three sets.

Outside of getting in my seach for luke pack from Chad I haven't seen anything new. Wow Chad that was minty thank you, but I did preorder the Veers Mini Bust so that was nice.

Keep finding the goodies Yarders.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on November 18, 2011, 01:43:25 PM
I Picked up a armored Savage for 6 bucks today, I'm super happy  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 18, 2011, 03:46:28 PM
I haven't seen that one on the pegs yet, TCW seems hard to come by though my wife did say she saw El-Les which is a wave I never did see.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on November 18, 2011, 04:24:50 PM
I haven't seen that one on the pegs yet, TCW seems hard to come by though my wife did say she saw El-Les which is a wave I never did see.

hmm, I see a lot of those on the shelves, which is why I am so happy to find something different lol
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 18, 2011, 06:22:54 PM
Went to target this morning and found vintage Slave leia, wicket, African american commando trooper, and tie fighter pilot. I bought slave leia and wicket. Was hoping to find the wave before this one to get hoth trooper. Oh well
I didnt know that wave was hitting yet. Nice score!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on November 18, 2011, 09:27:05 PM
Got a second search for Luke pack! Now I can cut the horn down to make Luke's ride/sleeping bag. Free figures to boot, caching! 0/
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 19, 2011, 05:22:08 AM
Got a second search for Luke pack! Now I can cut the horn down to make Luke's ride/sleeping bag. Free figures to boot, caching! 0/

I don't know that folks are gonna be willing to buy the pretty box when that search for Luke pack gives you so much more for the same coin.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on November 19, 2011, 08:15:26 AM
And another Bastila Shan today.
Now I have two MOC up for grabs. Who wants one?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FlakBait on November 19, 2011, 09:56:53 AM
Went to target this morning and picked up the vintage variant rebel commando and tie fighter pilot.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on November 19, 2011, 12:45:06 PM
Picked up Rebel Fleet Trooper, Slave Leia, and revised Stormy at WalMart today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 20, 2011, 05:27:56 PM
Havent seen this wave yet. Heck, I barely seen the wave prior to this one, tom. I take it that they didnt pack the other set of legacy legs with leia? Is it still the same sculpt?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on November 20, 2011, 06:18:45 PM
Havent seen this wave yet. Heck, I barely seen the wave prior to this one, tom. I take it that they didnt pack the other set of legacy legs with leia? Is it still the same sculpt?

it's the same one as the TLC but minus the sitting legs
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on November 21, 2011, 12:02:03 AM
Found five rebel fleet troopers...AT ONE STORE...And yes I bought them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on November 21, 2011, 09:11:35 AM
Havent seen this wave yet. Heck, I barely seen the wave prior to this one, tom. I take it that they didnt pack the other set of legacy legs with leia? Is it still the same sculpt?
I never bought the old Leia, so I don't know. She is nice though, she's fully poseable. She's got a Joe style torso, swivel wrists, and ball-hinged ankles. Everything else is pretty much the same articulation as most figures. On a side note, all three figures had the Boba Fett mailaway. (yeeeaaaahhhh)  bbfet
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: RebelAce on November 21, 2011, 01:57:29 PM
I'm glad everybody is finding the newer waves out there!  My wal-mart still hasn't put anything on the pegs since the Attack of the Clones wave.  That being said, I picked up an AotC Obi-Wan and a few stormtroopers.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on November 24, 2011, 03:31:55 PM
I found this rare Concept Anakin at Toy Anxiety yesterday!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 26, 2011, 01:33:20 PM
I also for a change found the latest wave of tvc figures at a walmart today. Didnt see barriss or the bespin han and of course the hoth rebel trooper wasnt there either but I did pick up the slave leia, the endor Han, the alt endor rebel trooper, fordo, a couple of rfts, both ewoks, a revised stormie, and a bom vimdin. I was disappointed to see that the boba in that wave was a non removable helmet version.
and if that wasnt enough star wars goodness to bring home in one day, look what was waiting for me on the front porch when i got home. Count em up, folks. 18 prototype boba fetts. the brown box had twelve and was even sporting a delivery confirmation sticker.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7164/6407022207_9b7a2d0829.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on November 26, 2011, 02:28:11 PM
Nice!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on November 26, 2011, 04:29:39 PM
Picked up 2 Hoth Rebel Troopers and 2 Rebel Fleet Troopers in the last few days.
They are all in the Sales Corner waiting to be snatched up.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CaptainLux on November 26, 2011, 07:56:42 PM
Thats sweet clint!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on November 26, 2011, 08:49:16 PM
Well, since my local store had sold Seripas this evening when I went to get it, I picked up Capt. Rex with jetpack/spacepack.  Yeah - I bought a Skinny.  But it looked like a REALLY cool jetpack...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on November 27, 2011, 08:45:17 AM
Clint, you're gonna be rollin' in the cash next year when that white Boba shoots up to $30+ on ebay.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 27, 2011, 09:03:32 AM
Wow Clint is rolling in the Bobas! I haven't seen a new figure in weeks. I haven't been looking to hard though as the Shipyarders have gotten me my TESB items!

Guess I might have to get that revized Stormtrooper now. Is that the third version?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on November 29, 2011, 03:18:57 PM
UNBELIEVABLE!!

Local store had one of the latest waves!  I saw REVENGE OF THE JEDI cards!!!

I picked up ONE figure - the Endor Capture Luke.  It is UNPUNCHED and in very nice shape - it had been laid on the tops of the pegs and I almost missed it.  If you are interested in obtaining it, shoot me a PM.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on November 30, 2011, 03:25:58 AM
I haven't ordered any yet, but I found Clone trooper Cutup and the Bomb Squad trooper on Tunghori's ebay shop!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on November 30, 2011, 06:03:21 PM
Scored two ARF Troopers at TRU for $12.99, or something like that...  Now I have Ponds and Lighting Squadron members Razor and Stak.  Might even try to make a Commander Trauma with the one I previously had.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ActionFigEmpire on November 30, 2011, 09:18:07 PM
This past weekend I was at Target and grabbed the "Search for Luke" battle pack with Han Solo and Tauntaun and Luke's Landspeeder.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on December 01, 2011, 07:59:26 AM
New Luke Landspeeder?!?  Oh frabjous day!!  Can you do a pictorial review??
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 01, 2011, 08:08:04 AM
New Luke Landspeeder?!?  Oh frabjous day!!  Can you do a pictorial review??

Amen to that Doc, put it in the Hasbro Review Thread!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ActionFigEmpire on December 01, 2011, 08:29:20 AM
Sure guys! It will also be on my AFE blog as well... haven't updated that in ages.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on December 01, 2011, 08:43:04 PM
Got the rebel fleet trooper and Hoth/Echo base rebel trooper at my local walmart. I also got the gamorrean guard at my local k mart.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 02, 2011, 03:29:28 AM
Got the rebel fleet trooper and Hoth/Echo base rebel trooper at my local walmart. I also got the gamorrean guard at my local k mart.
So the g guard is finally in the wild again.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 03, 2011, 04:58:02 PM
I picked up a Defense of Kamino Pack for Clint this evening. Pretty cool pack. Its about the only new thing I have seen besides the Wal-Mart 5 pack that has the SBD, Dooku, among others.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on December 03, 2011, 06:16:36 PM
I picked up a Defense of Kamino Pack for Clint this evening. Pretty cool pack. Its about the only new thing I have seen besides the Wal-Mart 5 pack that has the SBD, Dooku, among others.

Is that the one with Blitz, Echo, and Fives, Shawn?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on December 03, 2011, 10:38:38 PM
Found Colt at target
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 04, 2011, 04:31:38 AM
I picked up a Defense of Kamino Pack for Clint this evening. Pretty cool pack. Its about the only new thing I have seen besides the Wal-Mart 5 pack that has the SBD, Dooku, among others.

Is that the one with Blitz, Echo, and Fives, Shawn?

Yes it is Dan. It is momc, but Clint wants me to cut it open and ship the figures loose. All the violence done to poor momc packages. The pack looks great though. I am surprised no one has reviewed that yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on December 04, 2011, 07:12:57 AM
Yes it is Dan. It is momc, but Clint wants me to cut it open and ship the figures loose. All the violence done to poor momc packages. The pack looks great though. I am surprised no one has reviewed that yet.

Tell me about it...  I'm surprised that the Prototype Boba Fetts arrived so well for everyone, except for the odd case of mail-person neglect here or there.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on December 06, 2011, 05:57:13 PM
I got buzz and his barc speeder at my local walmart today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 06, 2011, 06:05:35 PM
I got buzz and his barc speeder at my local walmart today.

I had heard that the long overdue walmart TCW Rigs that include that one and the AT-RT are hitting.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on December 06, 2011, 06:14:45 PM
I'd seen those two specifically at my local TRU, a week or so ago.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on December 07, 2011, 12:10:58 AM
Found clone wars Even Piel tonight
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 07, 2011, 08:58:27 AM
I'd seen those two specifically at my local TRU, a week or so ago.

Don't think so Dan. I believe those are Wal-Mart Exclusives. I could be wrong though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on December 08, 2011, 02:59:09 PM
I'd seen those two specifically at my local TRU, a week or so ago.

Don't think so Dan. I believe those are Wal-Mart Exclusives. I could be wrong though.
Yes, it is a Walmart exclusive.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on December 08, 2011, 03:14:48 PM
which means they will never surface here     :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on December 08, 2011, 07:42:54 PM
I'd seen those two specifically at my local TRU, a week or so ago.

Don't think so Dan. I believe those are Wal-Mart Exclusives. I could be wrong though.
Yes, it is a Walmart exclusive.

Sorry, confused them with the Jesse/BARC and Boil/AT-RT.  Those are the newest, here, for me.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on December 09, 2011, 07:38:26 PM
Ok, dad gave me some running money for the trip to OKC for Grandma's funeral.  Stopped at a WM on the way to meet my sister's and saw - WOW - a RFT and a Ponda Baba, both with the Boba mail-away stickers.  Yeaaaaaaah, I'll eat a little lighter on the trip to make room in the budget for them!!  :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FlakBait on December 10, 2011, 09:39:52 AM
Finally found a armored savage at Toys R Us and a seripas at target this morning
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 10, 2011, 10:10:39 AM
Scored both of those Walmart cw exclusives last night as well as the varant endor rebel trooper.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on December 15, 2011, 10:24:36 AM
Picked up CW 59 Armored Savage Opress today at Target for 6.99 usd. Yeaaahhh! They had a CW Chewbacca too, but I passed on him.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on December 15, 2011, 02:38:38 PM
The other day I got my Medicom RAH Severus Snape from Harry Potter, and today my account was charged for my 12" Commander Gree, so that should be here by Christmas or so.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 15, 2011, 03:08:29 PM
I haven't seen anything new in ages, but think a couple of Echo Base Troopers are on their way.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 22, 2011, 12:30:22 PM
I found a cw44 ahsoka tano today and a clone commander wolffe.
  Notice the green hue that is enveloping Wolffe's helmet. it looks worse in person.
I thought we had talked to Hasbro about this.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7145/6555417865_03db9f3bd3.jpg)

"wrong thread" I also found 1 renegades cobra trooper all at the same walmart. "man, they are snatching up the rest of that renegades wave that are not repacks but leaving the cobra troopers"
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: RebelAce on December 22, 2011, 02:19:59 PM
Was out christmas shopping with the family the other day and stopped in target.  Shelves were mostly picked clean, but found one little gem; a Slave Leia so I snagged it up along with another rebel fleet trooper.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 23, 2011, 07:47:20 AM
Clint that helmet looks awful. I would call Hasbro Customer Service and ask about it.

Save that pic, we will send it in with our first batch of questions if they start the Q and A back up.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 23, 2011, 08:29:23 AM
Clint that helmet looks awful. I would call Hasbro Customer Service and ask about it.

Save that pic, we will send it in with our first batch of questions if they start the Q and A back up.
LOL, I knew you would like that pic.

I pulled the trigger on another 3 republic attack shuttles from amazon yesterday. at $25 a pop with free shipping. it was hard to pass up.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on December 23, 2011, 08:30:21 AM
Just recieved Star wars Republic commando in the post.
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/DSC00290-1.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on December 23, 2011, 01:32:57 PM
I got my Sideshow 12" Commander Gree today.  He's pretty sharp, though not my favorite of the commanders.  I'll get more shots of him when I get my new camera!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 25, 2011, 03:10:11 PM
Got a Droid Attack On The Coronet Battle pack from my father-in-law for Christmas (sadly, the only action figure-related gift I got today :( ).

The assassin spider droid is awesome and the unwanted Clonetroopers are going in my Swap Shop sometime this week.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jakartha on December 25, 2011, 05:42:06 PM

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a181/bluegunner_zero/io.jpg)

  I had this Turbo tank lying around that was missing its middle cannon, so I took a chance when I saw a Hoth Ion cannon up for sale on Ebay. I havent been able to find any other replacements for it so I figured Id try it out. Came out pretty well. The dish alone fits in the groove perfect. I may construct a small housing around where it attaches to the base to make it look more natural. It can be put in as is or with the base for cannon beneath-



(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a181/bluegunner_zero/DSC02306.jpg)


(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a181/bluegunner_zero/DSC02318.jpg)


(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a181/bluegunner_zero/DSC02313.jpg)




  Also got this custom painted droid from a friend:

(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a181/bluegunner_zero/DSC02329.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jakartha on December 25, 2011, 05:43:16 PM
I got my Sideshow 12" Commander Gree today.  He's pretty sharp, though not my favorite of the commanders.  I'll get more shots of him when I get my new camera!


  So jealous! :o Really want to call my own eventually-
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on December 25, 2011, 11:22:00 PM
Got a Droid Attack On The Coronet Battle pack from my father-in-law for Christmas (sadly, the only action figure-related gift I got today :( ).

The assassin spider droid is awesome and the unwanted Clonetroopers are going in my Swap Shop sometime this week.

funnily enough  same here ...and yes the droid is wickedly good!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: lowtech on December 27, 2011, 07:53:41 AM
I have been selling off my collection and bought one of my dream figures.  vadsab I still have much to sell http://trueambition.net/starwars/ (http://trueambition.net/starwars/)

(http://trueambition.net/starwars/vaderfig.jpg)

Still want to look for a 12-back A !!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on December 27, 2011, 08:28:06 AM
Very nice pick up!  I bet that one was pricey indeed.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on December 27, 2011, 10:05:45 AM
Just picked up the following:
TCW Aqua droid
Vintage Stormtrooper
Vintage Hoth Rebel soldier
Star wars Republic commando: Order 66
Star wars Imperial Commando: 501st

Also did the vintage stormtrooper have a variant where the card had "Return of the Jedi" on it instead of "Empire strikes back"?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on December 27, 2011, 05:01:42 PM
Got my Darth Nihilus mini-bust from Gentle Giant from Entertainment earth today.  I'll get plenty of pics up when I get my new camera...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on January 02, 2012, 12:51:49 PM
Just picked up:
-Clone trooper(ROTS) with BARC speeder
-Rebel Y-wing fighter
-Rebel armoured snowspeeder
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 02, 2012, 03:41:13 PM
Does this count as a new SW Purchase? Wow, do the new Blu-Ray Movies look awesome.

(http://www.imperialshipyards.net/images/shawn/tv1.gif)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 02, 2012, 03:47:13 PM
Does this count as a new SW Purchase? Wow, do the new Blu-Ray Movies look awesome.

(http://www.imperialshipyards.net/images/shawn/tv1.gif)
somebody got em a new boob tube. how large is that bad boy, Shawn?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on January 02, 2012, 03:49:33 PM
I got seripas, eeth koth, new mando assault transport, and bastila shan!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on January 02, 2012, 04:14:07 PM
that shawn looks the dogs knackers mate!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on January 02, 2012, 04:21:40 PM
That counts to me Shawn! Man that looks awesome!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 03, 2012, 06:05:35 PM
somebody got em a new boob tube. how large is that bad boy, Shawn?

55 inch Clint. It was the largest the salesman recommended for how far away the viewing area is. Its perfect. You ought to see a football game on it!

that shawn looks the dogs knackers mate!

Thanks Jay, I don't know what knackers are, but it sounds good to me.

That counts to me Shawn! Man that looks awesome!

Thanks L.E. it was a long time coming. It was one of those weekends where I didn't take no for an answer and came home with my tv that supposedly didn't exist in the store. It was there in their inventory, but a salesperson was saving it for himself. The manager didn't like that much.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on January 03, 2012, 06:10:14 PM
Oh man, sounds like you went through an ordeal to get it! It is well worth it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 03, 2012, 06:46:41 PM
Oh man, sounds like you went through an ordeal to get it! It is well worth it.

It is definitely a long story I will have to tell you about the next time we talk. Lets just say it kept showing up in inventory as being in stock and the one salesperson kept trying to tell me I needed to order it online and it would come a week later as they didn't have one. Lets just say the manager found it pretty quickly and told me his associates are not allowed to reserve in stock items. I didn't much care at that point as I was able to walk out of the store with the biggest tv they sold. I always wanted to do that. Three separate guys stopped me along the way to congratulate me. My wife was guffawing at the grin I was wearing.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneCommander Buy on January 04, 2012, 12:20:36 PM
nice TV Tamer.

Well last week walmart had all the SW half off. Happened to go to 3 walmarts (looking for something else) and notice the scavengers in my area had stripped all the stores. Hate when they do that, but it was OK this time because,  had been to them a couple of days before and none of the stores had anything I wanted or we already had it. Anyways went into one last night and they had restocked (same old crap) except for one guy. So my sons and I got us a SpaceTroopes SL31. Never had one of theses before and he was still have off!

Might have togo to some other walmarts today!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on January 07, 2012, 11:50:42 AM
Look what I just found!
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/44e021eb.jpg)
Incase you can't tell what they are since the pics aren't very good but they're the new clone wars phase 2 clone and commander Cody!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on January 07, 2012, 01:06:22 PM
I recently picked up two TIE pilots and Wicket with my employee discount ;)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on January 07, 2012, 01:36:43 PM
I got a lord maleaval,
cw eeth koth,
commander jet,
cw sae-see tinn,
halo brute,
seripas,
ee comic packs and
a custom young boba fett,
a obama figure (My favorite president please don't judge),
and i'm waiting on a assault on ryloth BP and the new mando ship!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on January 07, 2012, 02:05:40 PM
a obama figure (My favorite president please don't judge),


(http://www.smileyvault.com/albums/userpics/10172/lmaosmiley.gif)


I couldnt resist
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on January 07, 2012, 02:31:02 PM
Shawn, that TV is brilliant!  I love my Vizio, and while 42" is perfectly fine, I still think I should have gone with the 47".  So I'm assuming you also got a Blu-Ray player?  Did you get a player only, or a PS3?  Just curious.  I was surprised this Holiday season to see how low Blu-Ray players have dropped since I bought mine.  I paid $300 for a Sony, and my wife and her brothers just bought their dad one for Christmas (Sony also) for $100.  Now for the next kicker... Surround sound??  IF you think it rocks now, just WAIT until you blast some 5.1 or 7.1 surround speakers!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on January 07, 2012, 05:29:10 PM
a obama figure (My favorite president please don't judge),


(http://www.smileyvault.com/albums/userpics/10172/lmaosmiley.gif)


I couldnt resist

lol
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on January 07, 2012, 05:38:28 PM
Look what I just found!
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/44e021eb.jpg)
Incase you can't tell what they are since the pics aren't very good but they're the new clone wars phase 2 clone and commander Cody!
where did you find them!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on January 07, 2012, 10:40:33 PM
Saw the new display at target last night...with loads of OLD FIGURES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! How bloody pointless is that.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on January 08, 2012, 04:13:08 AM
Look what I just found!
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/44e021eb.jpg)
Incase you can't tell what they are since the pics aren't very good but they're the new clone wars phase 2 clone and commander Cody!
where did you find them!

A shop called Toy Planet in Westfield Derby.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 08, 2012, 05:35:15 AM
Pat, I did indeed get a Vizio Blu-Ray Player as I just can't bite on a game system yet till I get high speed internet in my home. When I do I will have one or two besides the Wii though. I do not yet have surround sound, but do plan on getting that once I get my entertainment center/bookcase area built. It is gonna rock too. Spent all of yesterday cutting and routing and figuring.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on January 08, 2012, 09:07:05 AM
Make sure when you get a surround system, you get one that has full HDM!.  I can't believe how much I was missing by not having a true Hi def system, and I thought it sounded good before!  As much as I have always been AGAINST Sony, I have to admit that lately, I'm slowly turning into a Sony fan.  You can get a very nice surround system, complete with speakers, for between $500 and $600.  Depending on your room size and shape will decide on whether you need a 5.1 or 7.1 system. 

As for me, I got my Gentle Giant PGM gift, the shirtless Darth Maul mini-bust.  He's pretty impressive, one of the nicest (as far as detail, paint apps, materials, sculpt, etc) that they've released all year.  I have such a pile of items that need reviewing, and hopefully I'll be buying my new camera next weekend, so I can start then!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 08, 2012, 09:22:44 AM
Sounds good Pat. I will make sure I get HDMI.

I need to look for my PGM Gift too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: zedhatch on January 12, 2012, 09:54:27 PM
HOLY POOP ON A STICK!

I saw my first new Star Wars stuff since the General Lando wave (ok there was the Revenge wave but most of that was repacks so I don't count it as "new")

I was in wally mart checking the clearence stuffs and low and behold was (at last) a Balista Shan and Logray!!!!!  FINALLLY!!!!  First new SW I have bought (If you don't count Shirtless Savage Opress for Christmas since I didn't buy it for myself) since probably April or so.  I was actually excited believe it or not. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on January 12, 2012, 10:55:37 PM
HOLY POOP ON A STICK!

I saw my first new Star Wars stuff since the General Lando wave (ok there was the Revenge wave but most of that was repacks so I don't count it as "new")

I was in wally mart checking the clearence stuffs and low and behold was (at last) a Balista Shan and Logray!!!!!  FINALLLY!!!!  First new SW I have bought (If you don't count Shirtless Savage Opress for Christmas since I didn't buy it for myself) since probably April or so.  I was actually excited believe it or not. 

Never saw her in stores...had to buy ebay :'(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: zedhatch on January 13, 2012, 07:17:39 AM
Ironicly I tried to buy her on ebay and kept getting outbid, that was when I found Storm Shadow for $15 shipped, after that I waited until after the holidays to start looking again due to the holidays but I found her in the store instead.  Irony works out sometimes. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on January 13, 2012, 07:32:45 AM
I got a Lukes Taun Taun for $7.48 and was able to get an adjustment for the $24.99 landspeeder I got for Xmas......Double Score!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 13, 2012, 07:33:51 AM
I got a Lukes Taun Taun for $7.48 and was able to get an adjustment for the $24.99 landspeeder I got for Xmas......Double Score!

Wow, now that is an awesome deal.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on January 14, 2012, 11:57:14 AM
Just picked up 2 more TCW Clone troopers in phase 2 armour.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on January 17, 2012, 09:51:24 PM
Ironicly I tried to buy her on ebay and kept getting outbid, that was when I found Storm Shadow for $15 shipped, after that I waited until after the holidays to start looking again due to the holidays but I found her in the store instead.  Irony works out sometimes. 

My stores are full of stealing and scalpers who come in early everyday and buy case afte case. If I see it early.....it's  a fluke.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 18, 2012, 04:27:41 PM
I was too busy last week to do much checking of the clearance isles but I did come up with this bargain at a walmart a couple of days ago.
I picked up this vulture droid for a whopping $12.40. The price tag had two layers to it so this was the second time it had been marked down.it was the only sw item in the whole clearance isle. there cw figures have been wiped out for a couple of weeks now. do you think they have restocked with new goodies for me? no.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7027/6717613395_828f60689b.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7168/6717613463_15c2de1b51.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: zedhatch on January 18, 2012, 10:45:06 PM
Found me a maul tonight, some jerk off tried to tear him off the card but they didn't get him so I bought him anyway.  AWESOME FIGURE, the maul that should have been in the line YEARS ago.  Love it. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 19, 2012, 04:03:29 PM
Got a Jabba's Throne set Oola and the female Imperial in the red uniform from the recent EE Comic Packs as part of a trade today!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on January 20, 2012, 09:18:38 AM
Just got these in the post:
(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/2fc27e08.jpg)

Can someone please tell me what the one on the lefts name is, according to Rebelscum it's Fi but I seen pics a Niner in that armour on Wookieepedia.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on January 20, 2012, 10:15:05 PM
Officially, it's Fi, but you're right about the Niner pic.  I don't know if that was Omega Squad's opposite armor or not, though.  (From the Black Katarn set)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on January 20, 2012, 10:50:26 PM
Officially, it's Fi, but you're right about the Niner pic.  I don't know if that was Omega Squad's opposite armor or not, though.  (From the Black Katarn set)

It was the Lucas redo...or more like a big crap on you Karen Traviss.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 22, 2012, 12:50:41 PM
found some new stuff and some clearance stuff at a local walmart yesterday.
the two blue ray packs were $12.40 each, the sl figure was $3.40, the three cw figures were $3.90 each
the republic troopers bp was $21.96 and the vintage and movie heroes figures were full price $8.96 but I was able to use two of the bogo coupons on them.
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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on January 22, 2012, 01:48:37 PM
Picked up VC Darth Sidious, Padawan Anakin, and Battledroid today at WalMart. No sight of Darth Maul though.
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Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on January 24, 2012, 10:29:49 PM
Via ebay...I  got both Savage Opress
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Post by: Spookymufu on January 25, 2012, 06:28:13 AM
got another SL Stormtrooper and a DSE Luke with the Hasbro coupon
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on January 26, 2012, 07:59:16 PM
I picked up a week ago clonewars Commander Cody in phase 2 armor, 4 of the regular clonetroopers in phase 2 armor from the clonewars, aqua droid, movie hero clonetrooper, clonewars chewbacca, clonewars anakin skywalker the new one, and I picked up the republic troops battlepack.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 27, 2012, 05:16:21 PM
I scored Ratts Tyrell w/Pit Droid and Ben Quadinaros w/Otuga 222 at TRU! I had one of those BOGO coupons from Hasbro.com and a $5 TRU Bonus Bucks certficate so the 2 figures only cost me $3.19 :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 01, 2012, 02:51:40 PM
I had heard about this walmart mix-up on another site but today found more than half of the tpm wave still marked at the after Christmas clearance price of $4.50 each. I may report this on the fp tomorrow.
Check your walmarts, folks.
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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on February 01, 2012, 03:36:50 PM
Nice pick up!  I'm still looking out for the Bastila Shan and Quinlan Vos figures.  That's all I really care for right now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on February 01, 2012, 04:11:32 PM
got quinlan, padawan anakin, darth maul, battle droid, and sidious
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: hemble on February 03, 2012, 06:20:12 PM
Damn $4.50us that is awesome we pay anything from $14aus-$16aus for a single figure here in Australia.

Ron
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JediMindtrix on February 03, 2012, 07:18:30 PM
the bare essentials.let's see,eggs,ding dongs,action figures.yep,looks like my shopping list too  ;)great find,i found most of the wave,and there was only one of each on the pegs,except Darth's maul,and sidious,also didn't like the droid,and i already got me a good version of Quigon,and Obi-Wan so i skipped getting those guys.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: darthdaddy on February 04, 2012, 07:11:06 AM
So far we were able to get the entire TPM wave, all the new CW figures, the Royal Starship droids pack, the Starspeeder 1000, and the Star Tours droid set.  Still hunting for the Discover the Force action figures with no luck.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: RavenEye on February 04, 2012, 10:28:29 AM
You lucky dog! $4.50 for all those figures, when I first saw the pic on the fp I though, "Oh, man! 1999 pricing is back!?"
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: IMPURGE on February 04, 2012, 11:35:55 AM
son of a......$4.50 really
i'd have bot them all and throw them up on ebay, at the very least you could've sold them for regular price and made yer money back +
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 04, 2012, 01:29:21 PM
Well, I had the same thought. Except for the battle droids, all but two are gone.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on February 04, 2012, 03:46:51 PM
Picked up some sweet stuff on clearance today at Target!

7 Saga legends Deathstar Troopers and a Clone Wars El-Les for under $4 each and a pair of Clone Wars Deluxe figure/vehicle sets (Droids Speeder w/Battledroid and Speeder Bike w/Castas) for under $9 each!

BTW- Castas (complete) is in my Swap Shop Haves as i only wanted his bike so go get him if you want him! :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 04, 2012, 06:23:49 PM
That was a good deal on those figures and vehicle sets. I know how you like the Death Star Troopers.
I found some stuff on an endcap at my Target Store marked 50% off including a Defend Kamino BP and a couple of the exclusive 3-packs that I wanted for the Hoth rebel troopers inside. They didnt have any single figures or deluxe vehicle packs there. I may have been too late for those. I couldnt believe that defend kamino pack, though. If they would have had 10 of em, I would have taken the whole lot of em home.  I also scored the Phase 2 cw cody there.

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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on February 04, 2012, 06:35:33 PM
lucky ! ive never even seen the defend kamino pack in person  :'(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: lostcauze501st on February 04, 2012, 07:49:21 PM
Just saw the posts about the Target sales, went out and picked up the Defend Kamino and Capture of the Droids battle pack's. Thanks for the heads up!  :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on February 04, 2012, 08:36:05 PM
My local Targets have a ton of the Battlepacks for the same price. I was tempted to get the Cad Bane's Escape just for the Holocron, but couldn't pull the trigger on a $10 purchase for a single accessory :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on February 05, 2012, 09:43:53 AM
Man I wish I had a Target in my area! Great finds guys.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 05, 2012, 09:56:29 AM
Man I wish I had a Target in my area! Great finds guys.

Me too Spry. Clint is getting some crazy deals.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 05, 2012, 01:00:05 PM
I know one thing, I think I am gonna like those buy one get one free Hasbro coupons.

I picked up TVC Sidious, Vos, Maul and TCW Phase II Clone Trooper for $5.02 per figure with tax. Now thats the way figures should be. Too bad they didn't have this deal going for the anniversary of TESB as I would have probably went nuts.

It was nice to see new stuff on the pegs again. No sign of those exclusive droid packs, but pretty much most of everything else.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: lostcauze501st on February 07, 2012, 07:41:45 PM
Just found the "Discover the Force" line at my local Wal-Mart, picked up Aurra Sing, Naboo Pilot, Destroyer Droid and G8-R3.

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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on February 07, 2012, 08:27:12 PM
Just found the "Discover the Force" line at my local Wal-Mart, picked up Aurra Sing, Naboo Pilot, Destroyer Droid and G8-R3.

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I am going to hit up my closest 2 Walmarts tomorrow. I want Aurra Sing, the droid and mahawnic 9despite the fact he's a midget  :) ).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on February 08, 2012, 07:03:59 AM
I know one thing, I think I am gonna like those buy one get one free Hasbro coupons.

I picked up TVC Sidious, Vos, Maul and TCW Phase II Clone Trooper for $5.02 per figure with tax. Now thats the way figures should be. Too bad they didn't have this deal going for the anniversary of TESB as I would have probably went nuts.

It was nice to see new stuff on the pegs again. No sign of those exclusive droid packs, but pretty much most of everything else.

Where do I get those coupons?

Edit: Oh I see now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on February 09, 2012, 12:07:22 PM
Found the entire wave of Walmart Exclusive "Discover The Force" figures with the 3-D packaging. I only picked up Aurra Sing, Mahawnic, the Gungan Warrior and G8-R3 as they were the only ones I wanted. The 3-D pictures on the cardbacks are of the old red/blue variety but have substantial depth and are actually pretty cool in a retro way :)

Best of all, I used my BOGO coupons and only paid for 2 of them in the end! :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on February 11, 2012, 08:56:54 PM
Picked up a Cad Bane's Escape Battlepack at target for $5.98!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on February 12, 2012, 08:00:38 AM
Got a Hasbro Signature FX Vader ANH light saber at TRU for $109!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on February 12, 2012, 08:55:44 AM
Just picked up two Clone Wars Battle Packs...Hidden Enemy and Hostage Crisis for $25. I already have the Hostage Crisis set, but figure that I can use some of the figures for customs.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: 110clones on February 12, 2012, 04:12:52 PM
Finally found two phase 2 clones and a commander cody at target this morning. Used the coupons on them. I also saw a bunch of hidden enemy and bounty hunter packs for 10 bucks.. but passed on them. People were going crazy with the clearanced star wars stuff ..
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 12, 2012, 06:13:37 PM
Found the Astro-Mech Wal-Mart Exclusive Four Packs. It was nice to see a battlepack with four figures in it again. The TCW Figures were picked through though! :o
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 14, 2012, 03:54:40 PM
Well I got to have a bit more SW fun today. I found three TCW Phase II Clones for a certain UK boy and as I was just about done I went through the very last figure on the very last peg and low and behold I found my first Fordo in the wild. I couldn't believe it. I sometimes wonder what my one Wal-Mart has left in the back when I see things like this. He was among a ROTJ Vintage Wave with Slave Leia and what not.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on February 14, 2012, 04:33:25 PM
Very cool that you found your Fordo! :)

That is funny, I also picked up three of the CW Phase II Troopers today as well.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on February 14, 2012, 04:41:46 PM
Picked up a couple of TCW phase II clones today as well as a Chewbacca. I also found that in the Entertainer they had 50% off on Attack on Hoth battle packs, so they were only £19.99, but I didn't pick any up though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on February 16, 2012, 08:50:34 PM
Nice one Shawn! I have never seen one and I wante like 6 of those!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 17, 2012, 04:39:33 AM
found some discover the force figures the other day. The astromech single carded figure and multi packs were nowhere to be found. "good thing Tamer scored me some of those droid battle packs"
I picked up that Mos Espa pack so I could man up the pod racers that I got a couple of weeks back. It's nice that they included the team flags as well. I'm not sure that a pitt droid carried sebulba's flag though.

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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 17, 2012, 06:20:49 AM
Nice one Shawn! I have never seen one and I wante like 6 of those!


Trust me, I plan on picking up all I see. Chad made me a Wolffe that looked absolutely marvelous using that figure as a base.

Daggone, I forgot to give him feedback for that. Need to do that before I forget..
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on February 17, 2012, 09:10:50 AM
Nice score, Clint.  Looks like my local Wal-mart's right on schedule, then.  (Something that never happens...)

There were at least one or two astromech packs there, and loads of figs over-flowing the pegs.  If you guys are looking for anybody in particular, and can't find them, I'd be glad to have a look at mine for you.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on February 17, 2012, 12:38:08 PM
went into a new little toyshop thats just opened up down the road and blow me! they had the scuba clone with assault sub and anakin with recon fighter ! so i grabbed them both!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on February 17, 2012, 03:23:39 PM
went into a new little toyshop thats just opened up down the road and blow me! they had the scuba clone with assault sub and anakin with recon fighter ! so i grabbed them both!!

Nice one, Jay, especially for a little toyshop!  
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 17, 2012, 04:42:12 PM
Just heard those were hitting, Jay. Is there a chance of a review vid?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 18, 2012, 05:32:54 AM
Just heard those were hitting, Jay. Is there a chance of a review vid?

Sounds like a great idea to me. I miss seeing Jay review something new!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on February 21, 2012, 02:03:04 PM
Got a Hasbro Signature FX Vader ANH light saber at TRU for $109!!!

I just got my Lukes ANH FX saber in the mail!!

TEE HEE!!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on February 21, 2012, 02:19:23 PM
I haven't seen anything great in my area in awhile, so I settled for a TPM Obi-Wan, and used a buy one, get one free coupon to acquire a Clone Wars Mace Windu, as well.  It's a win-win since the Mace is a Jedi, and comes with Jango's halved helmet for my Mando collection.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: zedhatch on February 21, 2012, 05:11:00 PM
Had a good weekend, found Bonda Poda AKA buttface AKA Walrusman at last (Ironic how I am now finding SW figs I was looking for last year), got an Aquadroid finally (see previous, although he now has different packaging), also found a Tuskin Raider from the 3-d wave (After checking 5 stores LOL).

In no SW news, Found Avengers figs and snagged Ultimate Thor and Ultimate Hawkeye (reviews forthcoming) and got a Guardians of the Galaxy set for $5, gotta love WM clearence sections. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on February 21, 2012, 05:47:57 PM
I was able to get an Isabet Reau for $15.00 + S&H on eBay, and a Llats Ward shortly before her for $14.34 + S&H.  (Shipping was only $2.00 for each, but since I bought it from the same buyer, his listing says he'll combine them.)  Quite the steal, which means I only need three other Mandos to complete my collection!!! (Dred Priest, Rohlan Dyre, and the McQuarrie Concept Fett)   ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on February 21, 2012, 08:11:01 PM
I was able to get an Isabet Reau for $15.00 + S&H on eBay, and a Llats Ward shortly before her for $14.34 + S&H.  (Shipping was only $2.00 for each, but since I bought it from the same buyer, his listing says he'll combine them.)  Quite the steal, which means I only need three other Mandos to complete my collection!!! (Dred Priest, Rohlan Dyre, and the McQuarrie Concept Fett)   ;D
I was looking at that Isabet Reau, but opted to get the only other one that was listed on eBay from tunghori as I only needed her body for a custom I am going to be working on. I'm glad I didn't bid and drive up the cost on you. :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on February 21, 2012, 08:48:42 PM
I was able to get an Isabet Reau for $15.00 + S&H on eBay, and a Llats Ward shortly before her for $14.34 + S&H.  (Shipping was only $2.00 for each, but since I bought it from the same buyer, his listing says he'll combine them.)  Quite the steal, which means I only need three other Mandos to complete my collection!!! (Dred Priest, Rohlan Dyre, and the McQuarrie Concept Fett)   ;D
I was looking at that Isabet Reau, but opted to get the only other one that was listed on eBay from tunghori as I only needed her body for a custom I am going to be working on. I'm glad I didn't bid and drive up the cost on you. :)

Quite honorable of you to say so.  Thanks.  :) 

I was going to get one of the accessory-less Llats Wards that originated with Tunghori, and put a Jodo Kast helmet on him, as well as paint the EMP Launcher to look similar, but I figured if I could get it cheap, I would.  Looks like I got EXTREMELY lucky.  Ah, the adrenaline-rushed joy of last minute eBay auction bidding...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on February 22, 2012, 04:22:14 PM
Ah, the adrenaline-rushed joy of last minute eBay auction bidding...
I hear ya brother! :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 22, 2012, 07:25:00 PM
I found a few goodies today. I snagged some more of those walmart discover the force figures. That Tuskin is a nice piece.
Also scored some of the geonosis arena target two packs clearance priced at $5.08 each.
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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on February 23, 2012, 12:51:17 PM
Picked up two Wal-Mart discover the force in 3-D figures.... I got Aurra Sing and the Naboo Pilot that looks like Galen Marek. They had their Vintage figures on sale for 4.00 !!!!, but none of them were what I'm looking for. I was on a road trip in northern Arizona so don't ask me to pick 'em up for you, sorry guys.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on February 24, 2012, 05:46:46 PM
Another new SW purchase, I'm now the proud owner of a Darth Talon.  I sold my first and last one to Clint a few years ago, as my parents were in financial trouble and I was hoping to help them out.  Anyhow, I'm so happy to have one back in my collection.  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on February 24, 2012, 06:52:26 PM
I saw a Dred Priest on eBay for $33.  I offered the seller $20, and he accepted!!!   ;D  My EE Mando collection is finally complete. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 24, 2012, 07:03:07 PM
I found a couple of tvc figures for $4 myself. Woof and endor rebel trooper.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on February 24, 2012, 08:39:28 PM
Had a good weekend, found Bonda Poda AKA buttface AKA Walrusman at last (Ironic how I am now finding SW figs I was looking for last year), got an Aquadroid finally (see previous, although he now has different packaging), also found a Tuskin Raider from the 3-d wave (After checking 5 stores LOL).

In no SW news, Found Avengers figs and snagged Ultimate Thor and Ultimate Hawkeye (reviews forthcoming) and got a Guardians of the Galaxy set for $5, gotta love WM clearence sections. 

Ok, I don't know where I've been, but I didn't see the Ultimate Hawkeye and Thor until they were shown on Marvelousnews.com the other day.  Coincidentally, the review did have a note of Zed in there, but the photography wasn't the same.  If you didn't write it, someone's ripping off your style.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on February 25, 2012, 01:47:40 AM
SW:TCW Phase II Clone Trooper.

They really skipped out on the articulation on this one, not sure if i'll get anymore or not.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on February 25, 2012, 05:59:49 AM
Finally got my Pre Vizsla...paid $15 for it on eBay. He is one hell of a nice figure, just hope if they make a season 4 Vizsla that they reuse the present sculpt and just give him a new paint job!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on February 25, 2012, 07:12:24 PM
I found a Darth Revan figure carded yesterday for $15
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on February 25, 2012, 07:16:43 PM
I found a Darth Revan figure yeaterday for $15

Thats Awesome!, where at?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on February 25, 2012, 07:44:35 PM
I found a Darth Revan figure yeaterday for $15
Wow! That's a great deal!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on February 25, 2012, 08:48:05 PM
Thats Awesome!, where at?

a pawn shop down the street
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on February 26, 2012, 09:18:56 AM
Thats Awesome!, where at?

a pawn shop down the street

cool!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on February 26, 2012, 09:55:18 AM
a pawn shop down the street

Wow; didn't know that pawn shops bought and sold toys, or else I would've thought to check a few near me...  Awesome find for $15, especially since it's CARDED! 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on February 26, 2012, 12:00:39 PM
a pawn shop down the street

Wow; didn't know that pawn shops bought and sold toys, or else I would've thought to check a few near me...  Awesome find for $15, especially since it's CARDED! 
I didn't either never saw it before. They had a bunch, even some Hasbro 12", but the revan was the only thing I saw I wanted
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on February 27, 2012, 01:03:27 PM
(http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad357/ghostskull18/SAM_0114.jpg)
Today's finds! I got them for $4.00 dollars apiece too, which is too sweet!  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on February 27, 2012, 01:57:09 PM
Nice!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 27, 2012, 07:58:11 PM
killer score at a killer price! I havent seen any of these in the wild yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on March 01, 2012, 12:09:25 PM
Just picked up, Republic clone troopers battle pack, as well as 2 tcw Nikto guards for £2.99 each at TRU!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on March 02, 2012, 07:58:25 PM
2 more CW Phase II Troopers and a CW ARF Trooper from the TRU buy 2 get one free sale.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 07, 2012, 10:05:05 AM
Wow great pick ups folks. I didn't eve know about that Toysrus sale. Anyhow, look what was in my mailbox this morning!

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She looks absolutely stunning. She is the epitome of what we need Hasbro to release as far as Imperial Female Troopers. Bravo Remco, and thank you so much for making her!

She will meet the rest of the boys this afternoon when I get home. They had better be respectful, she looks like she could take em all on. I can't wait to get her on my Custom Driver Shelf.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on March 07, 2012, 03:54:36 PM
Glad she arrived safely Shawn! Yes, that is one excelent custom!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on March 07, 2012, 05:52:34 PM
Got the Clone Wars Scythe Clone Trooper in the mail today...he is really cool and will look great standing next to the rest of his clone mates. :)

Tamer, I'd love to see a picture of all your AT-AT Drivers hanging out together!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 07, 2012, 06:14:19 PM
Tamer, I'd love to see a picture of all your AT-AT Drivers hanging out together!

Take a look at my collection thread. I put up a new picture. She fits in with the boys very well.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 09, 2012, 08:28:22 PM
About a week ago I bought another Red Leader X-wing, which is in the process of being customized into Corran Horn's X-wing.

Also picked up an extra Red Leader figure, the one from the Scramble at Yavin pack. Today I just submitted my order to thatsmyface.com for a custom head of myself, and the Red Leader figure will be used for my body. The preview picture looks good, so hopefully everything is right when I get it. *crosses fingers*
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on March 09, 2012, 09:17:10 PM
Cannot wait to see how it turns out! :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ActionFigEmpire on March 10, 2012, 08:56:59 PM
Bit the bullet and ordered an Aurra Sing finally. It's a pretty good attempt. She just doesn't look evil enough if you ask me, and she is WAY too short! What's up with that? Asside from those flaws she has rounded out my Denizens shelf nicely! She currently buying lightsabers from Vixen Tang and Mysha in my cantina.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 16, 2012, 06:58:13 PM
Picked up a Luke Skywalker (Dagobah Landing) figure from The Vintage Collection today. It's basically just pilot Luke with no gloves but a nice addition to my pilot collection.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 20, 2012, 07:05:36 PM
Bought another pilot off ebay just now. Although out of the package, I bought the Jorg Sacul pilot, complete with helmet, blaster and Micro Machines X-wing for $20! I always see that sucker go for $30+. I'm just happy I finally got this figure at a reasonable price.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 21, 2012, 03:36:11 AM
I picked two of the new titanium sets from work (target). Got the ATAT set and the B Wng set.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 21, 2012, 07:34:22 AM
I picked two of the new titanium sets from work (target). Got the ATAT set and the B Wng set.

Cool deal, I am gonna assume Target is the place to find these as I want that ATAT Set myself.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 21, 2012, 08:21:15 AM
I picked two of the new titanium sets from work (target). Got the ATAT set and the B Wng set.

Cool deal, I am gonna assume Target is the place to find these as I want that ATAT Set myself.

I don't know if they are exclusives or not, heck, I didn't even know we had them. I saw them and was surprised and I just had to have the a wing, b wing, and that at at and snowspeeder!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 21, 2012, 08:49:49 AM
I think each major store is getting specific ones and right now I am convinced Wally World is getting the prequel ones and Target is getting the OT ones. If anyone wants any of the prequel ones I would love to trade for a minty packaged AT-AT one!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 21, 2012, 03:29:52 PM
I picked up the whole deleted scene wave at WM today, unfortunately, I had to pay full price for them ($8.98)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on March 22, 2012, 12:14:29 AM
I picked up the whole deleted scene wave at WM today, unfortunately, I had to pay full price for them ($8.98)

Are these walmart exclusive ?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 22, 2012, 07:57:03 AM
I picked up the whole deleted scene wave at WM today, unfortunately, I had to pay full price for them ($8.98)

Are these walmart exclusive ?

Not that I am aware of, but wally world seems to hit better than Target lately I think.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 22, 2012, 08:08:17 AM
I picked up the whole deleted scene wave at WM today, unfortunately, I had to pay full price for them ($8.98)

Are these walmart exclusive ?

I don't think they are, but I haven't seen them at any other store including the Target I work at. I found these at an out-of-the-way WM, my local WM doesn't have any TVC on the pegs
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 30, 2012, 12:04:48 PM
Scored at Star Wars Miniatures AT-AT off eBay for $46!!!

(http://i.ebayimg.com/t/Star-Wars-Miniatures-AT-AT-Imperial-Walker-Colossal-MIB-/21/!B9VPR!QEGk~$(KGrHqMOKp!Ey+jC058cBM5cIJSMfg~~0_35.JPG)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on March 30, 2012, 02:29:27 PM
Just scored an open box CW Slave 1 and Mace's Starfighter set for $70! Spooky that AT-AT looks awesome!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 30, 2012, 06:06:47 PM
Scored at Star Wars Miniatures AT-AT off eBay for $46!!!

Daggone, thats cheaper than I bought mine for brand new when these first came out! Good score.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on March 30, 2012, 10:27:33 PM
I saw bastilla today out in the wild, first time so far. I did get blue ray Luke...though he was last on my list.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 31, 2012, 02:37:15 PM
Scored at Star Wars Miniatures AT-AT off eBay for $46!!!

Daggone, thats cheaper than I bought mine for brand new when these first came out! Good score.

yeah i was jazzed, they started the listing at $5 and it went up to $46, I saw others selling for between $99 and $200!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on April 02, 2012, 12:20:49 PM
WHOOO HOOO!!!!

look what arrived today!!

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 02, 2012, 02:54:46 PM
Looks good Spooky. You gonna modify it any?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on April 02, 2012, 04:22:03 PM
Looks good Spooky. You gonna modify it any?

I was thinking about making the base a Hoth base but that was about it, maybe add some head lights, maybe
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 11, 2012, 04:05:27 PM
Saw this on ebay and just had to buy it.

(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/redsoxfan25/Star%20Wars/rspb.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on April 11, 2012, 04:15:38 PM
Just got these new Clone Wars figures from amoktime.com...
Scuba Ahsoka CW15
Captain Rex CW13
Aayla Secura CW14
Commander Wolffe CW17
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 12, 2012, 07:53:28 AM
Cool deal GL1, that is definitely you.

Good scores Botwt, I have a Hoth Luke coming from them too supposedly. I hope it shows us ok. They sent it first class postage when it was supposed to ship UPS Ground. Trying to be positve though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on April 12, 2012, 08:23:47 PM
They sent it first class postage when it was supposed to ship UPS Ground. Trying to be positve though.
Yeah, same here. :(
But, the cost of shipping and the inflated figure price does end up saving me on gas and the time hunting them down.

I'll have them in hand tomorrow...looking forward to breaking into those clones! :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 13, 2012, 04:41:48 PM
Well I got my Hoth Luke in, but it was punched! Their ad picture shows this being unpunched.

Hmm.......lets see how their customer service department is.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on April 13, 2012, 09:33:37 PM
Oh no...it was punched. :(

I did get my four in today...packages were minty fresh, but they are all getting opened so even if they were banged up I wouldn't have minded. However you being a carded collector, that does suck...hopefully they will swap it out for you. Here hoping for the best mate! :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 14, 2012, 05:51:18 AM
Oh no...it was punched. :(

I did get my four in today...packages were minty fresh, but they are all getting opened so even if they were banged up I wouldn't have minded. However you being a carded collector, that does suck...hopefully they will swap it out for you. Here hoping for the best mate! :)

Were your punched? Yeah, it is pretty much a small detail as most do open, but I wanted a good one to keep carded and what not. I know the whole dreaded carded collector thing. Their ad didn't have a description of it being either punched or unpunched and all I had to go on was their picture which shows it being unpunched.

I sent them a friendly email with my concerns and will see how they handle it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on April 14, 2012, 06:48:33 AM
No, mine were CW figures, so no hole to have punched...however if I was looking for a mint carded CW figure then I would have been happy.
I hope they resolve it...cannot see why they wouldn't to keep you as a customer. :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 17, 2012, 05:31:55 PM
I picked up this ewok last weekend at "the man cave" barber shop i go to while at the lake. can anyone identify him for me?

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7198/7088957205_9903fa9180.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: smeagol92055 on April 17, 2012, 08:16:24 PM
I picked up this ewok last weekend at "the man cave" barber shop i go to while at the lake. can anyone identify him for me?

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7198/7088957205_9903fa9180.jpg)

That would be Chirpa! (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Chirpa)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on April 17, 2012, 10:40:38 PM
That's what I was thinking
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 18, 2012, 04:03:37 PM
Possibly my best steal yet. Picked up another Action Fleet TIE Defender off someone from Rebelscum. He was selling it for $20! He mentioned that the TIEs he was selling had some 'yellowing' to it. You can see the discoloration, a little too much I think for a collector. The wing that can be disconnected and battle damage panel are a bit loose as well, but hey, a TIE Defender for $20? And complete? Why the hell not.

Also got another X-wing (Luke's) and TIE Fighter for some customs.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on April 18, 2012, 04:30:52 PM
I'd love an Action Fleet TIE fighter.....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FlakBait on April 23, 2012, 06:07:53 AM
Found CW Phase II Rex and commando Boss at walmart this morning
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 23, 2012, 07:16:26 AM
Found CW Phase II Rex and commando Boss at walmart this morning

Cool deal, perhaps new stuff is hitting the pegs finally?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 24, 2012, 08:57:36 AM
I got in a minty unpunched Hoth Luke today! Thank you Brian!
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/Tamer%20continued/mymintyhothluke.gif)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Savageopress on April 24, 2012, 07:42:46 PM
I just got saga legends bossk and quinlain vos and darth maul vintage. Awsome! DH
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 25, 2012, 11:24:20 AM
A buddy of mine I work with called me up today, he was at Newbury Comics and said they had a Vintage Wedge Antilles for $15.99. He bought it for me so I'm gonna be paying him back on Friday. That's a little too pricy for me for figures but it sure as hell beats what its going for on ebay.


For anyone who doesn't know, Newbury Comics is a New England-based music retailer that sells music, movies, posters, etc. They do sell some Star Wars merchandise, but can be overpriced. For example, when I was looking for a Tycho Celchu figure they were selling him for $16.00.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on April 25, 2012, 01:29:11 PM
A buddy of mine I work with called me up today, he was at Newbury Comics and said they had a Vintage Wedge Antilles for $15.99. He bought it for me so I'm gonna be paying him back on Friday. That's a little too pricy for me for figures but it sure as hell beats what its going for on ebay.


For anyone who doesn't know, Newbury Comics is a New England-based music retailer that sells music, movies, posters, etc. They do sell some Star Wars merchandise, but can be overpriced. For example, when I was looking for a Tycho Celchu figure they were selling him for $16.00.

Do they have a website?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 25, 2012, 04:30:38 PM
Do they have a website?

Yup, here you go:

http://www.newburycomics.com/
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on April 26, 2012, 07:00:19 AM
WHOOO HOOO!!!!

look what arrived today!!

(http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=3744.0;attach=41083;image)


*sigh*
you ever get something and you like it then you notice something about it that bugs you and then thats all you can see?

the feet are too small and not sculpted right and now thats all I see
*sigh*
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on April 26, 2012, 07:31:32 AM
Spooky, you are right. I saw it earlier but the rest is so cool I wasn't going to say anything. It would not be too hard to sculpt over them to enlarge them then paint to match.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on April 26, 2012, 07:38:31 AM
Spooky, you are right. I saw it earlier but the rest is so cool I wasn't going to say anything. It would not be too hard to sculpt over them to enlarge them then paint to match.


yeah, from the knees up it's great....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 27, 2012, 05:11:45 AM
One of the reasons that sometimes being a boxed or carded collector is a blessing. Its easier to overlook those things if they are still in the box. Kind of like the new Hoth Luke. In the card he looks great, but I can already see that loose and being used on a Taun Taun I think he is going to have issues.

I will have to give newbury comics a look see.

I did put up a link in online stores for amok time that has a link to their new vintage figures including Wedge Antilles and Nom Arnor to name a few, but I am so looking for an online etailer that will ship unpunched figures in good packaging. Maybe Newbury will be the one. To be honest, I don't mind paying double the normal price for a figure if I can get it unpunched and on a good card. Of course its also easy for me to say that since I really only get TESB Figures anymore.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on April 28, 2012, 09:10:21 PM
I haven't been able to find anything of late. I still need the pilot and colonel from the blue figs. Anyone seen them?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 29, 2012, 07:19:31 AM
I haven't been able to find anything of late. I still need the pilot and colonel from the blue figs. Anyone seen them?

Are you talking about the deleted scene figures? Not sure about the Mon Cal Pilot, but I think the Cracken is still on the pegs at my wally world. Let me know if you want it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on April 29, 2012, 08:59:10 AM
I need some help...
Should I spend the $90 at BBTS to get the pre-order of these 6 figures?

Darth Malgus
Clone Pilot Davijaan "Odd Ball"
Grand Moff Tarkin
Nikto Skiff Guard
TFU II Galen Marek
SW:TOR Female Bounty Hunter

I never ordered from these guys before and wasn't sure if anyone had any experience or insight they could lend me?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 29, 2012, 02:17:15 PM
Well considering most of the etailers are selling the Malgus alone for 40 bucks and no doubt Vizla is going to get top dollar too I would say you would be ok. I have also found them to be very up front with questions before you order too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on April 29, 2012, 03:28:10 PM
Well considering most of the etailers are selling the Malgus alone for 40 bucks and no doubt Vizla is going to get top dollar too I would say you would be ok. I have also found them to be very up front with questions before you order too.
Thanks mate, I appreciate the help! :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 29, 2012, 04:38:44 PM
Got him!

Red Leader standing by.

(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/redsoxfan25/Star%20Wars/Figures/M1250002.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 29, 2012, 08:13:53 PM
Sweet, he is one I have never seen on the pegs. Not one time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on April 29, 2012, 10:26:40 PM
nice score Dave ! this guy is rarer than a virgin on prom night
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on April 30, 2012, 04:14:23 AM
Really nice!
I really must get a Wedge for my collection.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on April 30, 2012, 05:44:42 PM
I haven't been able to find anything of late. I still need the pilot and colonel from the blue figs. Anyone seen them?

Are you talking about the deleted scene figures? Not sure about the Mon Cal Pilot, but I think the Cracken is still on the pegs at my wally world. Let me know if you want it.

Yup I sure am...PM COMING
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on May 01, 2012, 10:47:45 AM
Just bought 5 loose vintage figures on eBay from a seller called Snipertoy15, and I only had to pay £39.66(including the shipping!). I got:
2 ARC trooper commanders
2 Battle droids
1 Naboo royal guard

I know it doesn't sound that exciting, but for me, thats a real bargain. If you want to check out what he's got for sale, heres a link:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/snipertoy15/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FlakBait on May 05, 2012, 09:47:30 AM
Went to target this morning and found Darth Malgus, Hoth Luke, and imperial Navy Commander
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on May 05, 2012, 04:16:00 PM
Great find! Where abouts do you live?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on May 05, 2012, 05:27:53 PM
My wife found me a rebel transport TRU exclusive at TRU for $14!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on May 05, 2012, 06:08:50 PM
Flakbait, that's AWESOME!  I hit up Target Wednesday, to no avail.
Spook - I got mine, but had to pay the whole $19.

I've got my sights lined up on a vintage-pkg Y-Wing to complement my CW Y-Wing.  I'm thinking a hanger dio/display may be in order...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FlakBait on May 06, 2012, 06:53:29 AM
Davenport, Iowa is where i found them
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 06, 2012, 07:50:13 AM
Wow, I would love to find that wave. Time to go on the hunt.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 07, 2012, 05:37:43 PM
I haven't been able to find anything of late. I still need the pilot and colonel from the blue figs. Anyone seen them?

I found the Colonel for you this evening. A PM has been sent.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on May 07, 2012, 07:30:40 PM
I haven't been able to find anything of late. I still need the pilot and colonel from the blue figs. Anyone seen them?

I found the Colonel for you this evening. A PM has been sent.

Thanks bro
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: zedhatch on May 08, 2012, 02:28:31 PM
Found Non Anor today at WM, cool but slightly disapointing (more later on that).  But whole wave was there. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 08, 2012, 03:00:21 PM
I have been searching for that Malgus Wave or heck any new wave but no luck. :'(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on May 08, 2012, 04:21:33 PM
Got this yesterday

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on May 08, 2012, 06:41:54 PM
I have been searching for that Malgus Wave or heck any new wave but no luck. :'(

I have the first vintage wave all around my parts if anyone ISN'T INTERESTED..... ::) ::) :P "SARCASM MUCH"
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on May 08, 2012, 06:56:38 PM
I still haven't seen anything but pegwarming TPM figures and leftover "Revenge" B-Wing Pilots in my neck of the woods :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on May 08, 2012, 07:05:48 PM
I still haven't seen anything but pegwarming TPM figures and leftover "Revenge" B-Wing Pilots in my neck of the woods :(

You don't live in PA do you lol
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on May 08, 2012, 07:21:07 PM
I still haven't seen anything but pegwarming TPM figures and leftover "Revenge" B-Wing Pilots in my neck of the woods :(

You don't live in PA do you lol

Nope, but I am close though- NJ :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on May 08, 2012, 07:40:56 PM
Same horrible distribution though....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on May 09, 2012, 04:29:03 AM
Got seriously lucky Monday night at TRU...

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 09, 2012, 05:02:50 AM
I have heard those were starting to show up. At least some good news for folks. Alas, I am only interested in that Malgus Wave and think it will be spotty at best. Hasbro just has to correct these distribution issues.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FlakBait on May 09, 2012, 04:44:07 PM
Got seriously lucky Monday night at TRS


Nice score doc, seen remnants of that wave at TRS the other day.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 12, 2012, 08:59:12 AM
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/Tamer%20continued/newhaul.gif)

I came out of the woods from hunting this morning and blew off a fishing rodeo to buy some Mothers Day Gift. Well of course I went by the pegs and low and behold the Evezan Wave was in. I think this was the one after the Malgus Wave so I still have no idea where it is, but it was nice to find new stuff.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on May 12, 2012, 09:49:57 AM
Nice score with that Nom Anor!  Him, Malgus, and still Bastilla Shan are the only figures I'm actively looking for these days, and trying to find these carded figures mint is near impossible!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on May 12, 2012, 10:03:55 AM
Ooooh, nice catch!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 12, 2012, 11:15:30 AM
some of these are promised to Yarders, but I am not gonna keep any of em. I will put whats left up in the star wars for sale thread at cost (8.96 plus tax) when I check with the folks that I said I would look for these for. Right now I know for sure that Fordo is Sprys, but look for the for sale thread.

The way I see it, the only way we are going to get what we need is if WE ALL BUY THE NEW FIGURES whether we want them or not and then later on that person we score a good one for can perhaps hook us up with what we need. Oh, btw, these all came from Wally World.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JediMerc on May 12, 2012, 12:29:43 PM
The only thing I've done is preorder the upcoming Starkiller wave 6-pk from BBTS...there seems to be NO way that local retail here in Dayton, OH is going to come through for me.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 12, 2012, 12:41:19 PM
I hear you JM, I am probably gonna have to try and get my Malgus from an etailer or ebay, but at over 40 bucks a pop for that figure alone I may just throw myself on the mercy of the Yarders who do get lucky. They haven't let me down, not one time!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 12, 2012, 01:02:14 PM
Holy cow, Shawn, you did good at your store. I checked three stores here in florida and only came up with some joe odds and ends. Would you believe that I found a cobra shock trooper at a Walgreens of alll places.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on May 12, 2012, 02:11:58 PM
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/Tamer%20continued/newhaul.gif)

I came out of the woods from hunting this morning and blew off a fishing rodeo to buy some Mothers Day Gift. Well of course I went by the pegs and low and behold the Evezan Wave was in. I think this was the one after the Malgus Wave so I still have no idea where it is, but it was nice to find new stuff.

Nice find! I've never seen any of them in store.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 12, 2012, 06:20:09 PM
Holy cow, Shawn, you did good at your store. I checked three stores here in florida and only came up with some joe odds and ends. Would you believe that I found a cobra shock trooper at a Walgreens of alll places.

Hey Clint, how goes the Honeymoon? Good to hear from you. Yeah, I was surprised to see them. Figured the Yarders would want em.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JediMindtrix on May 12, 2012, 06:46:11 PM
Great score.I myself have been buying them from eBay,and at the most relatively cheapest prices I can find,though I'm going out hunting tomorrow to see what I can dig up after seeing what's here in FL.I'm also ordering the starkiller wave from EE,that seems to be the most reasonable price here on the web,only prob is I'm going to Celebration VI a week or two after that wave hits so I'm not sure what to do.Either wait to see if that wave is at CVI,or just go ahead,and order them.I was disappointed at CV for the lack of new figures vendors were missing that year,so I doubt things have changed.I usually run into the same vendors I've been dealing with over the years,and I can haggle fairly well,and they know me as a regular so I may be able to score a great deal while I'm out there.  bbfet Question,will anyone need the Bom Vimdon,Wedge Antillies,Oddball,or Bariss Offee from that wave? When I receive that wave,I'm selling those 4 figures either to you guys for what I get 'em for,or on eBay for a slightly inflated price,hit me up if you want those 4 figures in July when I get that wave.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on May 12, 2012, 07:00:25 PM
I'm interested in giving Bariss a good home.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 13, 2012, 08:23:01 AM
Yeah, the great thing from EE too is that they never argue with you over sending back items too. If they show up damaged, get the return number, and try again. I like them for that. I need to go get some of those later vintage waves up in our EE Thread for other folks who might be interested too.

Doc, I also saw Aayla Secura and Baris Offee yesterday too, but didn't know anyone wanted those. I could look if you want me too, but JMT looks like his is a done deal too. The way I see it, if we want new figures even those of us who don't want some of those new ones need to pick em up and establish some trades or sales or something along those lines. You never know when you will need the help too is my motto.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on May 13, 2012, 12:44:44 PM
Oh, wow, yeah - I've not seen Secura *or* Offee in the wild.  Definitely interested in them if you see them again!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 13, 2012, 02:09:51 PM
got back from the honeymoon ok. work is to rear its ugly head once again tomorrow. I seen absolutely nothing good Star Wars when I was in Florida.
where are all of the new figures, Hasbro?

Oh, I read on Scum that there were proto fett delay messages being sent out stating that the orders would be filled by july 20.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 13, 2012, 02:48:48 PM
Oh yeah, I got one myself. Here is what they said. Mean to post on the fp about that. Just too busy of a weekend for me.

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/Tamer%20continued/protofettdelayone.gif)
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/Tamer%20continued/protofettdelaytwo.gif)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: zedhatch on May 17, 2012, 07:38:15 AM
Got the new Vader yesterday, cool fig, my one gripe is the eyes are a bit bright and the hip joints could have been better, but thankfully the cape coverse them. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 20, 2012, 05:31:16 PM
Must be nice to see that Wave Zed. I haven't seen it yet. I gotta get my Malgus.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 21, 2012, 03:34:35 AM
I hit the Man Cave barber shop again this weekend down at Warsaw mo and scored 6 figures and two ultra titaniums all moc for $44
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on May 21, 2012, 04:47:41 PM
after all the Tuesday Morning talk, I went to the two near me and found these, I left the Fordo, Vader, Boba, and Lograys I saw....

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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 21, 2012, 05:17:08 PM
Nice haul Spooky.
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Post by: Savageopress on May 21, 2012, 07:14:45 PM
Yesterday I bought a naboo royal guard, at toys r us. A little dissapointed that I didn't find new figs, but everyone else in my area is finding them so it must be on it's way.... :-\
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on May 25, 2012, 04:15:58 PM
Bought myself an early B-Day present today: Snagged a K-Mart Exclusive B-Wing Fighter for only $14.99! It was on clearance for $29.99 and they had a take an extra 50% off all clearance toys sale going on so I decided to treat myself
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 25, 2012, 05:53:55 PM
Wow, thats a great price on that B-Wing. I went out today and came home with nothing but Skylanders, yes its that sad in my area.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on May 27, 2012, 07:54:31 AM
My wife bought me a TRU Exclusive Y-Wing to put away for my birthday next Monday (6/4)! This is great because the Y-Wing is my favorite starfighter from the Original Trilogy and I had been unable to get the most recent one (have all previous releases except for the first modern release which is practically identical to a more recent release so I don't really need it anyway) due to lack of funds and now I have it even if I cannot open it until next week :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Wardog on May 28, 2012, 11:06:11 AM
Got Kithaba and Dr. Evazan arriving tomorrow (fingers crossed) from a friend from interstate.  The Malgus wave has hit here sparingly but it is out there and has been so for about 6 weeks.  I managaed to pick up the Hoth Luke from that wave a while back at retail.  The Imperial Commander figure seems to be peg warming here....here being Sydney, Australia.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on May 28, 2012, 05:56:50 PM
The Aussies got it before Louisiana???

Oh, wait... you guys aren't a third-world country...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 29, 2012, 07:35:25 AM
I still haven't seen Vintage Wave 3 hit at my stores yet. I have seen Wave 4, but no 3! Definitely want to get my hands on a Malgus. I might just order that EE Wave 5 Case.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneCommander Buy on May 29, 2012, 12:27:49 PM
What the heck, there is NOTHING new in my area ( SC ). Maybe if I stop looking, it will come........LOL
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on May 30, 2012, 09:57:24 PM
The Aussies got it before Louisiana???

Oh, wait... you guys aren't a third-world country...

Aint that the truth.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 31, 2012, 04:31:11 AM
What the heck, there is NOTHING new in my area ( SC ). Maybe if I stop looking, it will come........LOL

I am right there with you. I am glad I picked up wave four for the Yarders when I saw it. I plan on doing the same for all the new waves if I am lucky enough to see them. I want a Malgus!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Wardog on May 31, 2012, 02:15:57 PM
The Malgus wave has just been found again by a few more SW fans/collectors here in Sydney.....it appears that stores are getting this wave in and once it's gone that's it.  I know of 1 store here that's got the wave twice within a week.  A collector in Queensland has located the Malgus wave twice in his travels to various stores this week as well.  It's out there you've just got to be lucky to locate it i guess.   The Evazan wave is being to pop it's head up as well.  A collector in Perth, Western Australia sent me Kithaba and Dr. Evazan and they arrived a few days back.   

Many stores here are now doing their end of financial year stock take so they'll be nothing new on the pegs until this is completed so those who were lucky enough to find the 2 new waves before this scored BIG time.     
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on May 31, 2012, 06:36:35 PM
The Malgus wave has just been found again by a few more SW fans/collectors here in Sydney.....it appears that stores are getting this wave in and once it's gone that's it.  I know of 1 store here that's got the wave twice within a week.  A collector in Queensland has located the Malgus wave twice in his travels to various stores this week as well.  It's out there you've just got to be lucky to locate it i guess.   The Evazan wave is being to pop it's head up as well.  A collector in Perth, Western Australia sent me Kithaba and Dr. Evazan and they arrived a few days back.   

Many stores here are now doing their end of financial year stock take so they'll be nothing new on the pegs until this is completed so those who were lucky enough to find the 2 new waves before this scored BIG time.     

Dear hasblo why do you hate the USA? Man I want that.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Wardog on May 31, 2012, 06:48:57 PM
Fear not Mandalore, we here in Australia are not liked by Hasbro much either  ???

We never got the VC Taun Taun or the VC Landspeeder which sucked because most collectors here wanted them.  That Astromech droid pack from TPM never came here but we got truck loads of the Pod Racer packs instead and they're collecting dust on the shelves.   
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on May 31, 2012, 09:41:42 PM
They just hate there fan base don't they.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Wardog on May 31, 2012, 10:03:59 PM
Yeah, they really have no idea.  Distribution means nothing to them, i have a feeling that they have no idea what it is.  After the flood of TPM figures back in 1999 many retailers here got burnt with huge amounts of excess stock and many didn't order anything new for ages and most collectors had to resort to buying online and/or at small local run hobby stores...i was lucky, a mate of mine ran a small action figure and trading card store here in Sydney, Australia and he got new stuff in all the time.

At the moment the DTF wave is filling pegs where the Malgus hasn't hit yet.  I'm fortunate that i only collect certain figures so i'm not really one to cry when i miss out on something.  I bought Malgus for a friend of mine and the only other figure i personally got from that wave is the Hoth Luke.  The only other figures i'm after from furute waves is 1) Weequay Hunter, 2) Sandtrooper (orange pauldron) and 3) Nikto Skiff Guard.  I already scored Kithaba and Dr. Evazan so i can cool my heels for a few months.

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mike Cypress on May 31, 2012, 11:16:57 PM
I'm in Pittsburgh. Nothing new here. Nobody wants the Naboo vintage line. It's flooded the market here. I also don't want to spend $30 on a dewback without a sandtrooper. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Wardog on June 01, 2012, 11:55:28 AM
Yeah we've got a lot of that VC line peg warming here....Naboo Trooper, Quinlan, Qui-Gon, 4-LOM, Anakin Skywalker: Jedi Training, Dengar, Admiral Ackbar and Luke Skywalker: Death Star Escape, Super Battle Droid, Battle Droid and Zam Wesell are all collecting dust.  I wish we got that Dewback here, for some reason that's another item Australia never received which everyone wanted...typical though,  bloody useless Hasbro  >:(

 

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on June 01, 2012, 06:45:49 PM
picked up a second DS Luke to open today for $7.96

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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: botwt on June 06, 2012, 04:46:17 PM
Just ordered a Darth Malgus at Amazon.com for only $16.50.
http://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Vintage-Figure-Expanded/dp/B007OOJJ1G/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=thejeditemp09-20&linkCode=ur2&qid=1339001962&camp=1789&sr=8-1&creative=9325 (http://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Vintage-Figure-Expanded/dp/B007OOJJ1G/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=thejeditemp09-20&linkCode=ur2&qid=1339001962&camp=1789&sr=8-1&creative=9325)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 06, 2012, 04:59:53 PM
Me too, I actually ordered two to get the free shipping and if they show up damaged I will just sell them on here to the loose folks!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on June 06, 2012, 06:16:18 PM
Keep me in mind on that Malagus Shawn. I may never see him the way distribution is these days.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Wardog on June 06, 2012, 08:10:25 PM
Distribution just got alot harder here in Australia.....Big W have cancelled the VC and won't be putting it on their pegs!!!!!.   Good thing i got what i needed before they made that stupid decision.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on June 06, 2012, 10:01:07 PM
i hear yeah buddy !  down in my neck of the woods in the UK   the shelves are bereft of Clone Wars figures as non moving crappy Movie Heroes are completely clogging the pegs ! what on earth possed big H to create this utterly shite line is beyond me  :-\ its not selling at all and retailers are not ordering any more figs until MH are gone and thats not gonna happen anytime soon   its seriously pissing me off!!!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Wardog on June 06, 2012, 10:51:28 PM
Man the MH line is clogging up peg space here too...the line is pure garbage.   Hasbro really missed the boat that's for sure.  Some collectors here are screaming out for new figures.  The Malgus wave has been and gone and the Evazan wave is popping up here and there and apparently there's alot of Malgus and Evazan cases sitting in the Hasbro warehouse and for some reason they're not getting to retail and my thinking on this is because retailers don't want new stock until all garbage they have got sells...huh...good luck with that i say.

The CW line here has stalled and although i don't collect that line i have found new waves in supermarkets but not in major department stores.

Hasbro are useless....blind monkeys on crack could do a far better job i think.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on June 07, 2012, 12:24:26 AM
Yet they blame this crap on us the collectors.

Gotta a Dr. E from Shawn...thanks bro.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Wardog on June 07, 2012, 12:39:05 AM
Yeah they blame us because they don't like what they see when they look into the mirror.   I grabbed Kithaba and Evazan from a fellow collector here in Australia.  There's only 3 other up and coming figures that i'm interested in and that's it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 07, 2012, 05:05:29 AM
You are quite welcome Mr. Skepsis. Rest assured any new figures I see folks I will be picking up and offering up here at my cost to the Yarders. Thats what I did with the entire Evazan Wave I saw at Wal-Mart.

Spry, no problem. I listened to SW Action News and a rant about how don't expect figures to show up momc from Amazon so I have it in me that they will be buggered up. I have a good Hoth Luke (two actually) so if I don't get the TOR Figures I can live with it and about the only other thing I want is that Carbon Freezing Chamber and whatever chase cards they make for the Bespin Leia. I might need some help there folks.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on June 08, 2012, 03:06:29 AM
Went to smyths today, and to my suprise, found these, all for £14.99 each!
*Cad Bane's escape
*Hunt for grevious
*Assault on geonosis
*Clone pilot Warthog with y-wing
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on June 08, 2012, 07:19:50 AM
Is that the "cut down" Y-Wing "scout" vehicle?  I haven't seen those anywhere other than online... :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JLaban4 on June 08, 2012, 09:42:36 AM
Is that the "cut down" Y-Wing "scout" vehicle?  I haven't seen those anywhere other than online... :(

Yes.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on June 08, 2012, 09:49:45 AM
is it as neat in-hand as it looks on screen??
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Post by: DocOutlands on June 08, 2012, 10:28:11 AM
Of all things - was at a WalMart last night that I never get a chance to visit.  Nothing new on the pegs - lots of Quinlan Vos's an 3D wave figs - but there was something OLD.  I found a BAD Commander Baccara for $4.50!
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Post by: JLaban4 on June 08, 2012, 05:51:18 PM
is it as neat in-hand as it looks on screen??

Pretty much, yeah.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on June 20, 2012, 07:55:46 AM
Yesterday I got a Clonetrooper with the Republic Assault Submarine, Its the first starwars item I bought in 2 or 3 months, Didn't see any thing else new other than it and the Attack Recon Fighter but I am really glad they didn't have anything new because the rest of my money was spent on it lol. But hopefully I can find all of the vintage figures and the clonewars figures after I make some more money.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on June 20, 2012, 09:29:33 PM
Got some stuff....Got a case of s tar wars figs from my mom for fathers day. Wave with Secura, Nom, Hoth Luke and etc. Also found some new ships, the drop cruiser with anakin and the sub with clone trooper. Does anyone want or need the sub and trooper set...I haven't opened it yet and I'M not all that fond of it.

Wife made me a stitched boba feet doll for fathers day. It rocks, have to get pics up of it soon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on June 21, 2012, 05:56:43 AM
Been looking for that sub bit haven't found it yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneCommander Buy on June 21, 2012, 08:53:25 AM
And again still not seeing anything in my area ( sc ). It will be a year before I see that new commander fox that I saw on the front page. If I see it at all, along with alot of other figs.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on June 21, 2012, 12:04:45 PM
Well, not sure if it's really a new purchase, but my Sideshow 12" Commander Bacara has been charged and getting ready to ship.  I also recently preordered the Hot Toys Masterpiece Black Widow from The Avengers.  She was gorgeous, I couldn't pass her up! 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on June 21, 2012, 01:29:13 PM
I saw that sub 2 weeks ago, what a piece of crap. The paint aps on the trooper are a joke from the package I saw, major pass.

I am glad to report I scored the New Hope Vader from the vintage line. I would say they have come pretty close to the perfect figure after all this time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 21, 2012, 03:53:11 PM
As soon as I get home one of those Vaders will be coming to my house, amazon.com, ebay or whatever I have to do to find one. If anyone sees one minty fresh out there and doesn't mind and assist I would like to get my hands on one of those.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on June 21, 2012, 07:13:17 PM
I saw that sub 2 weeks ago, what a piece of crap. The paint aps on the trooper are a joke from the package I saw, major pass.

I am glad to report I scored the New Hope Vader from the vintage line. I would say they have come pretty close to the perfect figure after all this time.

Hey!  It has potential...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on June 21, 2012, 07:42:04 PM
Been looking for that sub bit haven't found it yet.

  If you want it let me know.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 22, 2012, 01:24:26 PM
I found that TCW Sub today. I have been down here on vacation for two weeks and it was the only thing noteworthy I got other than some new Darth Vader earbuds. I highly recommend those to listen to the latest episode of CAFN.

The pegs are bare in every store down here, even TPM Figures are rare. About the only thing I have seen here in good quantity was the Clone 3 Pack with Heavy, Bomb Squad Trooper, and the Umbara Trooper (whatever his name was). Guess I did see a few of those ultra-poseable spider mans, but thats about it for following my wife around the outlets all day long. Geesh.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 24, 2012, 04:16:43 PM
Well my two Malguses from Europe are here. Haven't opened em up yet though. Trying to pump myself up for smashed bubbles and creased cards. I did buy the Darth Vader earbuds while on vacation, but nothing else. I didn't see anything.

My wife did get me the imperial cog tie clip for fathers day and that looks nice so I will be sporting that when I go back to work.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on June 24, 2012, 04:34:21 PM
On Saturday I found MH15 darth maul, UFC kimbo slice, MIB agents j and k plus an alien, winters from red faction, the 3 3/4th ultimate super articulated spiderman, plus I got the screwhead edition of AOD on dvd
and today I got a huge Captain America vehicle for 7 dollars and the Gijoe Trooper

It's been a great weekend!  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on June 26, 2012, 02:17:06 PM
Anyone pick up a Bespin Battle BP yet? I think if we can get Boba's helmet head casted and mass produced that would be great. Just my 2 cents.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 26, 2012, 03:03:51 PM
I didn't know it was hitting now. Course not that my stores have anything anyway. I will probably get it if I do see it just to have something new.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 26, 2012, 03:17:56 PM
Well I got in my Amazon Malguses and the bubbles were actually good with no creases, but a little card warping. I think the book treatment (heavy book or starcase) ought to fix em, but wow the European Cards are awful. They cover up all the back art with a daggone big black sticker. What gives?

I also got in a Blanx Figure and it looks pretty good. I sure hope they get to that female version.

Oh, I think I may have hit paydirt early when I bought my Vader Earbuds about two weeks ago. They are nice and much better than my old ones and have three sets of ear inserts to choose from. They have those in a couple other characters too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 29, 2012, 11:04:31 AM
Well, my Malgus Cards are now destickered from all the European cover ups and that stuff peels right off.

I also got in a vintage recard order from Wookie Balls. Who needs Hasbro, I will do my shopping at Ray's Place.

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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FlakBait on July 07, 2012, 06:40:08 AM
found these this morning at the davenport walmart. Hoping I will get the rest later. Happy hunting
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Post by: Tamer on July 07, 2012, 06:47:15 AM
Flak, you always have the best stores. Congrats. I am sure envying you this morning!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on July 07, 2012, 08:16:29 AM
Holy cow, I am going to have to stage a hunt today!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on July 07, 2012, 10:01:22 AM
The new vintage 3 packs are hitting Targets all over, the new power Droid and snaggletooth looks great from what I've seen
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on July 07, 2012, 10:16:14 AM
Nice score Flak!  My stores have not gotten even a single wave after the TPM wave.  Sad, for sure.  I did get my Commander Bacara 12" figure from Sideshow last week.  Hoping to get some pictures of it taken soon so I can get a nice review guide done for it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 07, 2012, 10:27:17 AM
Wow, that one looked good Pat. If I were a Clone Collector Sideshow would have me broke. Looking forward to your review.

Thanks for the skippy Spooky. That looks like a good set, I heard they were ringing up at 15 bucks too!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on July 07, 2012, 10:36:03 AM
Yeah, I've only been collecting the Commanders, though I'd much prefer OT trooper figures.  Commander Fox came out as a SDCC Exclusive this week, and I still may get him, though I do try to draw the occasional line somewhere!  Waiting big time on that Snowtrooper, and they sure better release the Biker Scout sooner rather than later!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: lostcauze501st on July 07, 2012, 10:50:32 AM
Picked up a Rebel Transport Speeder this morning at TJ Maxx for $9.99. They also had the Geonosian Speeder but I passed on it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on July 07, 2012, 04:23:42 PM
They also had the Geonosian Speeder but I passed on it.

yeah, everyone did ;)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 07, 2012, 05:06:36 PM
I hear you on those Imperial Troopers Pat. Hopefully we will get them all including the AT-AT Driver, Tie Pilot, and Veers too.

I just went through Walmart and saw the Tarkin Wave. Of course all the good ones were gone. There might be another SW Hunter in my local store I thought was all mine to pick through.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 07, 2012, 05:31:54 PM
I did get an Amazon.com purchase today:

The Essential Guide to Warfare. Looks awesome at first glance.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on July 07, 2012, 06:00:39 PM
They also had the Geonosian Speeder but I passed on it.

yeah, everyone did ;)

I'm thinking I may snag one if I can find it fairly cheap to use as the rear-end of a swoop-bike idea I'm tossing about...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 08, 2012, 12:43:56 PM
Well I went back and scrounged up some of that new Wave 5. I was glad I did because I found a Hoth Luke I had missed. I picked up a Nikto for Spry and I picked up the Tarkin. The Tarkin I picked up for some lucky Yarder who pms me first for it. The cost will be my cost ($9.50 plus shipping). I also saw they had Wedge Pilot, Blu-Ray Luke, and Oddball.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on July 08, 2012, 12:54:50 PM
Just ordered the Sideshow exclusive Snowtrooper 12" figure!  He looks great, but the E-Web cannon accessory was another $150, and I just couldn't pull the trigger on that one!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 08, 2012, 01:26:54 PM
Just ordered the Sideshow exclusive Snowtrooper 12" figure!  He looks great, but the E-Web cannon accessory was another $150, and I just couldn't pull the trigger on that one!

Daggone you getting me into the higher end collectibles Pat. I just bit on both! There went an easy $300, but I couldn't not get that Web Cannon. I gotta be honest though, I hope they wait to reveal the next Hoth Imperial next year though. That kinda hurt!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on July 08, 2012, 06:39:07 PM
The way things have been going, it'll be Clone Wars the rest of the year.  It's sad, but I also understand their mentality of it all.  There are so many OT figures that I want, it's a lot easier to pass up all the PT figures coming out.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: EnigmaticOne on July 09, 2012, 05:54:57 PM
Amazon has been a boon to me, got Malgus, Shae, Oddball, a Gamm Guard, a couple of Fordos. The free shipping is a nice touch.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 09, 2012, 06:13:10 PM
Amazon has been a boon to me, got Malgus, Shae, Oddball, a Gamm Guard, a couple of Fordos. The free shipping is a nice touch.

Amen, if you are a loose guy. I will admit I was able to salvage two Malgus' off of there though. Good to meet you Enigmatic One.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 09, 2012, 06:13:34 PM
Anyone want that new Tarkin at cost?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: EnigmaticOne on July 09, 2012, 06:20:51 PM
Amen, if you are a loose guy. I will admit I was able to salvage two Malgus' off of there though. Good to meet you Enigmatic One.

Exactly! Nice to meet you as well Tamer.

I was using the free prime shipping trial for a bit, but the super saver deal isn't awful either. If you order 2 or more, amazon will usually ship it in a box. But I don't mind ruined cards, sometimes it's a huge relief being a loose collector.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on July 10, 2012, 10:33:12 PM
Anyone want that new Tarkin at cost?

Hey bro I do
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on July 13, 2012, 04:25:02 PM
Gotta love payday when TRU has "All SW 3.75" figs $7..."

Bom Vimden
2-pack Battle Droids
TCW Plo Koon in cold-weather Gear
Solo in Hoth Gear
Snowtrooper
(think I missed a SW fig in here...)
"Stalk Eyes"  MiB alien (used for the Nicola Acris entry - on clearance for $5)

also found a Rebel Transport Speeder w/ Techie at TJ Maxx for $10.  Wheeeee!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on July 15, 2012, 10:07:26 PM
Today I got the phase 2 rex, republic commando boss, and I got a nonstarwars item also, I got my first Halo figure he is a halo recon spartan. I must say the Halo figures are awesome now I am thinking about getting a small collection of them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: EnigmaticOne on July 16, 2012, 12:11:58 AM
Not much, but:

Pre-cyborg Grevious
Rahm Kota
and Savage Opress (armoured)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 16, 2012, 08:57:00 AM
Nice seeing new TCW Figures on the pegs. I did see a Phase II Rex, but haven't seen one of those RCs in the wild yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mandalore the skepsis on July 22, 2012, 08:38:05 PM
I bought the radio controlled tank on clearance the other night.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 28, 2012, 10:10:37 AM
Look what was delivered today, minty as minty can get.

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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mando Assasin on July 28, 2012, 04:31:35 PM
That pack look's cool but what is it called and where did you find it! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D yosab  GHan
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 28, 2012, 05:03:20 PM
All three of these were the Hasbro SDCC 2012 Exclusives. The Carbon Freeze Chamber Pack and the JOE Jinxes.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mando Assasin on July 28, 2012, 07:15:27 PM
Cool it look's really awesome! :D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on July 28, 2012, 07:17:17 PM
Sweet score, Shawn!
I found a hoth Luke at a tru today and a fu stormie commander at vintage stock.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mando Assasin on July 28, 2012, 07:20:40 PM
Great find i haven't seen the Luke at my stores! at dr at pt BKS Va1
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Post by: Mando Assasin on July 29, 2012, 01:07:02 PM
Sweet score, Shawn!
I found a hoth Luke at a tru today and a fu stormie commander at vintage stock.



I just got a FU storm commander today from the friend who got me sculpey!

Heres the pic in my collection!

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8026/7671174654_6ae40792b5.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83627924@N02/7671174654/)
Storm Trooper Commander (http://www.flickr.com/photos/83627924@N02/7671174654/) by This ahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha (http://www.flickr.com/people/83627924@N02/), on Flickr
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Post by: lostcauze501st on August 03, 2012, 12:51:28 PM
Found the Royal Starship Droids battle pack today at Wal-Mart on clearance for $8.
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Post by: Tamer on August 03, 2012, 01:01:43 PM
Found the Royal Starship Droids battle pack today at Wal-Mart on clearance for $8.

Now thats a deal!
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Post by: lostcauze501st on August 03, 2012, 01:32:40 PM
I thought so too, I went to a couple other Wal-Marts but their sets were still full price.
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Post by: clone10 on August 03, 2012, 06:28:59 PM
Today I picked up at my local toysrus: Darth Malgus, Starkiller, Wedge Antilles, Odd Ball, Nikto Skiff Guard, and Luke Skywalker Hoth Outfit. Also, while I was on vacation this week I picked up some halo figures, I picked up Mickey, Master Chief, and a Saber Pilot.
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Post by: clone10 on August 03, 2012, 06:30:16 PM
more pics
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Post by: clone10 on August 03, 2012, 06:30:54 PM
One more picture.
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Post by: Luke Sprywalker on August 03, 2012, 06:55:15 PM
Lucky you! I wish I could find that deal!
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Post by: Tamer on August 03, 2012, 06:59:00 PM
Nice to see Malgus and Galen on the store pegs. Might be the first I have heard of it. LOL.
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Post by: Mando Assasin on August 04, 2012, 06:35:37 AM
LUCKINESS!
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Post by: FlakBait on August 08, 2012, 07:20:51 AM
I finally found clone commander wolffe phase 2, Training super battle droid, and Ahsoka in scuba gear at target this morning.
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Post by: Mando Assasin on August 08, 2012, 07:48:22 AM
Lucky!! I really want a Phase2 Wolffe!!! :-[
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Post by: wraithnine on August 08, 2012, 11:11:35 AM
have been sent phase 2 Rex/Wolffe plus Boss and the new Obi
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Post by: EnigmaticOne on August 12, 2012, 04:12:39 AM
Pre-ordered the upcoming EU The Old Republic Trooper off of Amazon.
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Post by: Tamer on August 12, 2012, 04:52:53 AM
Pre-ordered the upcoming EU The Old Republic Trooper off of Amazon.

Yeah, me too. Perhaps they will get the shipping right this time out? LOL, I can always let the Yarders have em if they show up damaged.
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Post by: Clonehead on August 12, 2012, 06:47:40 AM
Picked up the new endor Ewok and pilot packs at a tru Friday as well as a bespin bp for Shawn.
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Post by: Tamer on August 12, 2012, 07:24:28 AM
Picked up the new endor Ewok and pilot packs at a tru Friday as well as a bespin bp for Shawn.

Cool deal. Thanks Clint. I think I can officially take this off my want list now.
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Post by: lostcauze501st on August 13, 2012, 07:46:23 AM
Found the "Lost Line" at Kmart today, picked up both sandtroopers, one on each card.
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Post by: Clonehead on August 14, 2012, 12:45:10 PM
finally found a phase 2 Rex and a cw Boss at my local TRU today as well as one of the Exclusive pilot packs.

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7108/7783355930_1768d326b8.jpg)
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Post by: Tamer on August 14, 2012, 04:52:48 PM
Sweet Clint. I haven't seen anything but the phase II Rex before.

I also heard tell that the new AT-ST and Lost Line Wave was being seen at Sears now too.
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Post by: Clonehead on August 14, 2012, 05:44:02 PM
Sears Huh, not many of those around here. BTW, did i tell you I was looking for a phase 2 wolffe?
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Post by: Tamer on August 14, 2012, 05:58:05 PM
Sears Huh, not many of those around here. BTW, did i tell you I was looking for a phase 2 wolffe?

I meant Rex, sorry Clint. I haven't even seen the Phase I Wolffe.

Speaking of TCW, I am hearing good reports for folks to go to Kohls to find some of these.
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Post by: The Spectre on August 14, 2012, 05:58:16 PM
I still cannot find anything past the TPM wave from the start of the year! I am so far behind right now it's not even funny :(
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Post by: Tamer on August 14, 2012, 06:18:38 PM
I still cannot find anything past the TPM wave from the start of the year! I am so far behind right now it's not even funny :(

I hear you. I have been getting what little I want off the bay and that with the associated amount of stress involved in being a momc guy. Its awful.
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Post by: Wardog on August 18, 2012, 01:19:34 AM
Found these at my local Target

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Post by: wraithnine on August 18, 2012, 04:03:20 AM
very lucky
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Post by: FlakBait on August 18, 2012, 04:11:50 AM
Nice score on the fox buddy
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Post by: Mando Assasin on August 18, 2012, 09:04:43 AM
SCORE!
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Post by: clone10 on August 24, 2012, 04:10:53 PM
Today I bought the last 2 All Terrain Scout Transports (AT-ST) at my local K-Mart. The box is cool and the ship is cool but they are very hard to get them to stand up. Also I am thinking of weathering one but just cant make up my mind.
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Post by: Spookymufu on August 24, 2012, 04:27:02 PM
went to a comic shop near me and picked up a TAC Yavin Luke (because he looks better then the new one coming out) for $8 and a TAC Hermi Odle for $16!

nothing at TRU or Target tho
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Post by: Mando Assasin on August 24, 2012, 04:28:34 PM
Guy's you are finding awesome stuff! :o :o
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Post by: Tamer on August 24, 2012, 05:48:59 PM
Wow, I have got to go find me one of those at-sts in the vintage packaging. Nice finds. I even heard those Kmart items were showing up at Sears.
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Post by: Tamer on August 29, 2012, 04:45:19 AM
This wasn't a purchase, but how cool is this. One of my school kids brought me an 8-Track Tape of Star Wars and the Planets this morning. I am gonna have to track down an 8 track player now. It looks to be in great shape too.
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Post by: Spookymufu on August 29, 2012, 07:53:35 AM
Wow, 8tracks, i haven't seen one of those for years.

I found the new Vader and Death Squad Commander at Target yesterday
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Post by: Tamer on August 29, 2012, 08:53:49 AM
Yeah, I have been meaning to get on ebay to see if they even sell them anymore. It looks to just be in awesome shape and I can't wait to actually play it and see if it works.
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Post by: Wardog on August 30, 2012, 03:48:42 PM
Happy days....these arrived in the mail this morning

The Kithaba is going to be customized as i've already got him.

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Post by: Mando Assasin on August 30, 2012, 04:14:19 PM
Great find's! ;D
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Post by: Tamer on September 02, 2012, 03:38:44 PM
Ok, thanks to Spry and his Kotobukiya coverage I bit on the TESB Boba and Vader. I guess I am now officially collecting another line, but will stick to their great looking 1/10 Scale Statues. Now I guess I will have to hunt down the Stormy Two Pack.
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Post by: DocOutlands on September 02, 2012, 04:05:36 PM
Picked up a Dengar and the 4-pack of the Queen's Astromechs on clearance at my wife's WalMart.
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Post by: Tamer on September 02, 2012, 04:19:12 PM
Dengar from the first wave of the vintage collection?
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Post by: DocOutlands on September 02, 2012, 04:22:55 PM
yessir.  $4.
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Post by: Tamer on September 02, 2012, 04:28:19 PM
yessir.  $4.

Wow. That was a deal. You would be surprised what that first TESB Vintage Wave is going for on the bay now, especially that Leia for some reason.
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Post by: Mando Assasin on September 02, 2012, 04:35:36 PM
$4 great deal man! ;D
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Post by: DocOutlands on September 02, 2012, 04:38:33 PM
Yeah, the store ended up with like 4 cases of figs and Dennie kinda languished.  Was surprised to find him still there.  I know a Target in the city where I work during the week still has several Dennies, 4-LOMs, and Cloud Car Pilots on pegs - but at full price.   ???
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Post by: lostcauze501st on September 07, 2012, 10:18:43 AM
Picked up a vintage B-Wing from Marshalls for $16.99 this morning.
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Post by: Tamer on September 07, 2012, 03:49:41 PM
I know I should probably go put this in the ToyRUs thread, but it looks like some of those stores are getting the new speederbike. Thought perhaps folks would see it here first.
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Post by: krztfr on September 08, 2012, 02:21:00 PM
Picked up a vintage B-Wing from Marshalls for $16.99 this morning.

Thats great news cuz we don't have any K-marts for about 200 miles and thats my favorite ship
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Post by: krztfr on September 08, 2012, 02:33:22 PM
Btw I bought the new Yavin pilots friday the Ewoks were there too but those vehicles I got at Goodwill  also on friday for $5

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8042/7957998318_bfd6e4c074.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/57753623@N08/7957998318/)
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Post by: CloneSniper78 on September 09, 2012, 02:28:51 PM
Picked up the TRU Ewoks today!
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Post by: JLaban4 on September 09, 2012, 03:04:24 PM
Birthday haul:
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(http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k503/JLaban4/6DCCC8D9-1FBA-4F00-97EC-07DB89B2F20C-5198-000004A7A693EFA0.jpg)
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Post by: Mando Assasin on September 09, 2012, 03:35:52 PM
GREAT HAUL!!! :D
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Post by: Tamer on September 09, 2012, 03:52:59 PM
Wow, I would have loved to have had all that as an xmas present and you get it for your bday? Awesome.
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Post by: Tamer on September 11, 2012, 03:14:32 PM
Got in my Koto order today. The Boba showed up great and looks fantastic. The Vader showed up crushed, but a new one is already on the way. These Kotos are sweet folks.
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Post by: Luke Sprywalker on September 11, 2012, 06:51:45 PM
Shawn I told you you would love these things! I was most impressed with every one of their pieces of art on display at C6. Not to mention they are not that expensive for the quality you are getting. If my collection wasn't overflowing the cup I would be all over these. So did you open the crushed Vader before you sent him back?
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Post by: Tamer on September 12, 2012, 02:41:46 AM
No it was wrapped up pretty tight on one end so I didn't go through to pain of seeing how badly damaged it was. It is disgusting the size of the packing boxes that amazon uses. No wonder they offer free shipping on orders over $25. Their boxes are paper thin.
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Post by: Mando Assasin on September 12, 2012, 03:54:56 PM
I bet the Boba is wonderful! ;)
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Post by: Tamer on September 12, 2012, 04:51:19 PM
I bet the Boba is wonderful! ;)

Its gorgeous. The packaging, I know I am in the minority here as I am a momc collector, is as good if not better than the new Sideshow Fett I got. I am seriously giving thought to getting another of each to recreate the TESB Cloud City scene.
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Post by: DocOutlands on September 21, 2012, 12:27:38 PM
I just scored a new CW17 Clone Commander Wolffe in the wild!  They also had two Commander Fox and two Commander Rex figs, but i wanted Wolffe because of the really cool helmet, which will be molded and cast.  ;D

Pic of the three is kinda small... when I sent it to my email, it downsized it for some reason.
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Post by: wraithnine on September 21, 2012, 01:37:54 PM
nice ! look forward to seeing the casts mate
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Post by: Tamer on September 21, 2012, 04:26:27 PM
Hasbrotoyshop.com has some great things in stock now. I even ordered the bespin battlepack. Orders over 50 ship free. There are Fordos, Bespin Hans, Phase II TCW Rexs, etc. etc. still in stock. A few things have sold out, but many are still there.

Looking for my C6 GG Jumbo Lando too. Any day now. ;D
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Post by: DocOutlands on September 21, 2012, 06:26:06 PM
Wow... just wow...
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Post by: Clonehead on September 22, 2012, 05:22:11 AM
Nice score, Doc. I haven't seen the new fox yet. I'm needing one of those.
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Post by: FlakBait on September 22, 2012, 05:54:29 AM
Went to walmart this morning and picked up two clone foxes. Also had phase II wolffe but left it there. Happy hunting
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Post by: Tamer on September 22, 2012, 06:04:41 AM
I kinda figured FlakBait would find the new goodies.
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Post by: DocOutlands on September 22, 2012, 06:42:20 AM
As of last night, my store had 2 Fox and 2 Rex on the pegs.
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Post by: Mando Assasin on September 22, 2012, 09:34:41 AM
I got JAR JAR!
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8459/8012013800_ea4f8091c5.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/87535246@N06/8012013800/)
UPDATE THATS HUMOUNGO!!! 070 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/87535246@N06/8012013800/) by jjmomakama (http://www.flickr.com/people/87535246@N06/), on Flickr
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Post by: Wardog on September 22, 2012, 02:49:33 PM
Purchased Nom Anor and ARC Trooper Commander at a Target i was near yesterday.  These figures are up for TRADE in the Trade section on this site.
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Post by: Spookymufu on September 22, 2012, 04:44:13 PM
got the new TVC Sandi, the droid 3 pack ($17) and a Imperial Navy Commander!
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Post by: Mando Assasin on September 22, 2012, 06:55:10 PM
Nice finds to the both of ya! :D
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Post by: Tamer on September 23, 2012, 04:42:46 AM
Well, we went on a day trip yesterday to do some winter clothes shopping for my gal and I happened to find the toy stores :)

I brought home that new K-Mart AT-ST in pristine packaging, but they didn't have any of the two packs out yet. I also was finally able to find, on my own, a Battle of Bespin BP  and great shaped lost line Leia. And the coup de grace was seeing all of the Avengers Figures. My little girl came home with a Black Widow. I have never seen that figure on the pegs before. It brought a tear to me eye to hear her discussing the "articulation" with her momma who was looking at me and rolling her eyes for some reason?
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Post by: Phatty on September 23, 2012, 04:50:46 AM
LOL!  She's got your keen eye, Shawn.  Lucky little girl, snagging a Black Widow!  I wonder what it's like to actually find things on the pegs that AREN'T from January.
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Post by: Mando Assasin on September 23, 2012, 05:34:52 AM
LOL!  She's got your keen eye, Shawn.  Lucky little girl, snagging a Black Widow!  I wonder what it's like to actually find things on the pegs that AREN'T from January.
AMEN to that! Jar Jar was the ONLY new figure there! I got real lucky! Tamer that must have been the perfect scene! ;)
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Post by: Tamer on September 23, 2012, 05:51:31 AM
It was one of those perfect days. She was marching around Kmart proudly displaying her Widow figure.

Chad, she says its not quite as good as the one you sent her by the way! I told her its becuase its a custom and they are always gonna be better.
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Post by: benjani_1976 on September 23, 2012, 12:10:37 PM
Well, we went on a day trip yesterday to do some winter clothes shopping for my gal and I happened to find the toy stores :)

I brought home that new K-Mart AT-ST in pristine packaging, but they didn't have any of the two packs out yet. I also was finally able to find, on my own, a Battle of Bespin BP  and great shaped lost line Leia. And the coup de grace was seeing all of the Avengers Figures. My little girl came home with a Black Widow. I have never seen that figure on the pegs before. It brought a tear to me eye to hear her discussing the "articulation" with her momma who was looking at me and rolling her eyes for some reason?

i know that feeling........just finished Rako Hardeen today, and forgot the missus misplaced her specs and attempted to point out the detailing. eyes rolled as if to say 'whatever.....i can't see it'
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Post by: Tamer on September 23, 2012, 12:28:47 PM
Well at least the next generation of Tamers will be well versed. I think I drive my wife crazy sometimes, but we sure do have fun.
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Post by: benjani_1976 on September 23, 2012, 12:47:16 PM
mine was already crazy when we met........But I think my collection has pushed her over the edge somewhat, she's actually taken a bit of an interest in the custom work I've been doing lately.

took some pics earlier and posted Rako and some sith. not many purchases recently,only a CW cyborg maul and some hoth turrets. had to take the whole lot down for loft insulation engineers,i bet the wife did that on purpose booking them in just to find out how much £$£$£$£$£$£$£ it's worth heh.
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Post by: lucasclones on October 02, 2012, 05:42:44 AM
It was one of those perfect days. She was marching around Kmart proudly displaying her Widow figure.

Chad, she says its not quite as good as the one you sent her by the way! I told her its becuase its a custom and they are always gonna be better.
Thats good to hear but the Widow i sent is not custom. its is the Marvel Universe version but you dont have to tell her that! :)
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Post by: Tamer on October 02, 2012, 12:38:24 PM
LOL. I sure ain't telling her then.
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Post by: DocOutlands on November 22, 2012, 12:39:56 PM
Picked up a Republic Attack Dropship minirig last night!  Neat design, but I'm thinking it is 1- overarmed (typical for a minirig, tho) and 2- underdesigned.  I have some ideas for alterations to it...
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Post by: Spookymufu on November 22, 2012, 12:42:18 PM
wife picked me up the long awaited, never before seen Dr Evazan and Kithaba at Walmart the other night, now my walrus man has his buddy after all this time!
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Post by: Clonehead on November 22, 2012, 01:31:14 PM
Picked up a Republic Attack Dropship minirig last night!  Neat design, but I'm thinking it is 1- overarmed (typical for a minirig, tho) and 2- underdesigned.  I have some ideas for alterations to it...
was that a walmart purchase, Doc?
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Post by: DocOutlands on November 22, 2012, 02:12:08 PM
Target, actually.  Then I found another one at one of my backwoods WalMarts.  I'll grab the second one Sunday night if it is still there. ;D
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Post by: Clonehead on November 22, 2012, 02:55:03 PM
Target, actually.  Then I found another one at one of my backwoods WalMarts.  I'll grab the second one Sunday night if it is still there. ;D
cool, I have been looking for one of those.
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Post by: DocOutlands on November 22, 2012, 03:59:17 PM
Hmmmmm... mayhap if it is still there, we can cut a trade deal...  ;D
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Post by: DocOutlands on November 22, 2012, 04:22:45 PM
Oh - last week I scooped a Hoth Luke, Aayla Secura, Nom Anor, and Kithaba. (got the TCW vintage-style Anakin, but that's going out as a gift @ Christmas!)   I left Dr. Evazian and Wedge on the pegs...  Also *two* weeks ago, grabbed two Bespin Leias and two AOTC Clone Lieutenants and two Sandtroopers.


I could be persuaded to trade Nom Anor for a Hoth Rebel, Fordo, TOR Republic Trooper, or Bespin Han...
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Post by: The Spectre on November 22, 2012, 07:56:24 PM
I wish I could find anything other than the Episode I and "Lost Line" stuff :(

I am pretty far behind with this year's offerings: Nom Anor, Kithaba, Dr. Evazan, Nikto, 2nd Weequay, etc. :(
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Post by: Tamer on November 23, 2012, 03:51:35 PM
Good to hear some things are showing up, any Black Friday deals?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on November 23, 2012, 05:27:45 PM
Not that I saw... but I'm hiding in the woods.  Ventured out for pizzas and didn't see anything too awesome.  :P
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 23, 2012, 05:33:01 PM
I seen the Walmart 8 packs but wasn't impressed enough to pull the trigger. That store had no tvc figures at all.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 26, 2012, 09:44:08 AM
Clint was nice enough to send me an AT-AT Crossing T-Shirt. That definitely has me written all over it! Thanks Clint.
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Post by: Luke Sprywalker on November 26, 2012, 04:04:23 PM
Well I love 2 of the WM 8 packs, I bought 4 packs in total. You just cant beat $80 worth of figures for $25! I also picked up 2 of the drop ship mini rigs, can't wait to open one. Then I get home and my Final Vintage wave case was waiting for me! Score!


Hey Doc, I passed on Dr. Evasian earlier and am kicking myself. Could you or anyone pick that up for me?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 26, 2012, 05:47:50 PM
I just got the new Ultimate Action Figure Guide written by Sansweet, Curto, and Harrison. Its pretty nice and I would think a must have guide for the Hasbro person.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on November 26, 2012, 05:50:39 PM
Wish we got deals like that  :(  suddenly my local Tesco is awash with clone commanders have picked up 2 Wolffe ,3 Fox and numerous phase 2 Rex but no plain clones  ???
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on November 27, 2012, 11:28:32 AM
http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=8172.msg149960#new

TVC 113 - Old Republic Trooper
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on November 30, 2012, 06:39:13 PM
While walking around my local Walmart I found  some of those Bonus Value starwars packs that have the 8 figures that are for $25. So I looked through them and I found one with the Phase 2 Wolffe so I purchased it mainly for him, but there were some other great figures that I didnt have in there.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on November 30, 2012, 06:40:03 PM
One more picture.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on November 30, 2012, 08:26:37 PM
Hey Doc, I passed on Dr. Evasian earlier and am kicking myself. Could you or anyone pick that up for me?

I *almost* left Dr. Evazan on the peg... but that lil voice whispered "Someone on the 'Yards is gonna neeeeeed him!  You must take him home tonight!"  So yeah - I got yer crazy doc needs covered.  Clint, I grabbed another minirig dropship, if you still need it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on December 01, 2012, 06:38:12 AM
Well, I just found the entire DR. Evazien wave at my walmart! I left the ROTJ Luke, Wedge and 501st trooper. Doc, I still want that the Dr. you picked up just let me know what you need for a trade.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on December 01, 2012, 08:48:39 AM
I could use that ROTJ Luke... haven't seen him yet!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on December 01, 2012, 03:27:18 PM
Some time ago Tamer kindly offered to pre-order the infamous Vintage ERG Wave on my behalf. He ordered it for me, held on to it, unpacked the figures and shipped them across the big pond. All figures arrived safe and sound today!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on December 01, 2012, 04:50:51 PM
Got both versions of Evezan, Hoth Luke, another sandtrooper, and kithaba..........now i'm on the lookout for red band kithaba and the Tarken wave......
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on December 01, 2012, 05:19:16 PM
Got both versions of Evezan, Hoth Luke, another sandtrooper, and kithaba..........now i'm on the lookout for red band kithaba and the Tarken wave......


Two versions of the bad Doctor...?  WHAT?!?!?  And Kithaba comes in red band?  What, headband color variations?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on December 02, 2012, 11:45:19 AM
sorry Doc, i should have said both variants of the Dr, scar and no scar and Kithaba comes in brown and red bandanas
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on December 02, 2012, 11:59:51 AM
My Kithaba is a brown headband and DocE is ... WOW. With a face like that, how can you tell if there's a scar or not?!?!?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on December 03, 2012, 02:20:49 PM
My Kithaba is a brown headband and DocE is ... WOW. With a face like that, how can you tell if there's a scar or not?!?!?

there would be a pink line (scar) across his left cheek.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on December 05, 2012, 07:17:11 AM
I finished my Keystone (state) exams yesterday in Harrisburg, so while I was over that way, I checked out the local TRU.  I didn't know what to expect, especially since it was located next to the county prison, and I couldn't find the figure section at first, but after some searching, I found a practically mint carded Aayla Secura from the Vintage line.  Surprised me, since that was the first time I've ever seen one in person.  Got her and a Quinlan Vos. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on December 05, 2012, 10:51:23 AM
Okay - then I have the no-scar version in hand...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: lucasclones on December 05, 2012, 01:15:16 PM
I am actually finding some new things and I got the Skeletor guy, Nom Anor! He looks pretty cool havent opened him yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on December 05, 2012, 06:24:08 PM
Okay - then I have the no-scar version in hand...

here are the two variants

http://www.rebelscum.com/2012Hasbro/VC57_DR_EVAZAN/VC57_DR_EVAZAN-14.jpg
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on December 07, 2012, 07:13:48 PM
got a few of the Hoth Lukes (finally) and did a little mod on him......

(http://img203.imageshack.us/img203/2283/20121207200938.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 11, 2012, 05:40:46 AM
Looks good Spooky, right side and all.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on December 14, 2012, 05:02:12 AM
Nice looking Luke Spooky!

Well I have been hearing about VTC figures hitting a store called 5 Below. Never heard of these stores so I googled it and found out there is one an hour away. I had to take my computer in for repairs so that made the store 20 minutes drive away. Boy did I hit the mother load! Scored 6 Gamorian Guards, 2 Wedge fighter pilot, and picked up an extra Vader, Stormie and Imperial Naval commander. What a great day!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 14, 2012, 05:09:43 AM
I was just hearing about that same store myself. Good haul Spry.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on December 14, 2012, 09:09:32 AM
Spry - if they have more Imp Naval Cmdrs, we can do some trading!  That fig is from the (several) waves that never showed in my area...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on December 14, 2012, 09:23:35 AM
My nearest 5 Below is over 400 miles away...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on December 14, 2012, 11:51:20 AM
Sure thing Doc! I hope to find 2 more for my upcoming Death Star diorama then the rest are yours.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on December 14, 2012, 02:00:54 PM
Thanks guys
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 16, 2012, 08:42:06 AM
Well I bought my daughter the wal-mart 8 pack that had Aayla and Scuba Ahsoka in it. For $25 bucks this felt like an absolute steal. Thinking about going back and picking up more, but wow the articulation on these seems terrible (besides Aayla).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on December 16, 2012, 08:52:22 AM
Yep, Hasbro has a spurt of crappy articulation.  Shame on them.  I think they figure on the TCW figs that knee/ankle/wrist articulation isn't important to kids and they can eliminate those joints, saving beaucoup $$s in the process.  (Yes, now that I'm a semi-competent caster, I realize just how difficult and expensive certain casting options and operations can be!!  But there are limits, guys!!)  One of the 8-packs I've seen includes the "Jetpack Anakin" and "Theed Amidala" figures, which are really poorly articulated.  You kinda gotta watch to see which fig's are included in the 8-packs.  But yeah, they are a steal.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Wardog on December 16, 2012, 07:59:39 PM
Picked up VC Shae Vizla, Starkiller, Tarkin, Odd Ball x2, Luke Hoth (my second one), Nikto (my second one), 501st Clone Trooper, Bariss Offee and Aayla Secura from my local supermarket.  Nein Numb, Weequay, Lumat and Orrimaarko arrived also. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on December 17, 2012, 03:19:18 AM
Wow... I've not even seen half those in my toy stores, let alone supermarkets!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 17, 2012, 04:01:30 AM
I know most grocery stores sell some toys, but what ones sell Star Wars figures?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on December 17, 2012, 08:29:30 AM
I know most grocery stores sell some toys, but what ones sell Star Wars figures?

HEB and Kroger here in Tx does
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Wardog on December 17, 2012, 12:27:51 PM
Here in Australia Coles and Woolworths (where i grabbed all the figures recently) get SW figures.  Woolworths have been getting SW figures ever since the old Kenner days and when Hasbro got the license they've always stocked them with regular figures and CW figures.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: benjani_1976 on December 22, 2012, 02:50:35 PM
I just won a legacy falcon complete..........only £40!!!!!!!! Works out about $60.........just gotta find room for it now  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on December 22, 2012, 03:12:39 PM
Oooohhh, NICE!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: benjani_1976 on December 22, 2012, 03:28:36 PM
I'm over the moon,I feel another custom coming on  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 22, 2012, 04:19:04 PM
Nice, that is one awesome price for that huge falcon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: benjani_1976 on December 22, 2012, 04:26:06 PM
Xmas has come early for me it seems.......all it's missing is 2 landing gear,cheap enough when they get listed.

Also picked up a shae vizla,a CW C3PO, dagger squadron Lt Pollard and yavin pilot Tiree on the cheap.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on December 24, 2012, 05:17:34 AM
my friend Ronny (an utterly awesome mate ,who i am gonna spoil with custom goodness in the new year) sent me a parcel that arrived this morning and in it was a plethora of star wars goodness .
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG0999_zps88e6b7e7.jpg)
of course he included all the guns,cards and stands etc.

i  picked up the VC45 clone with BARC speeder ,the clone to use in a TCW converstion and the BARC just to add into my TCW collection as its the same as the TCW ones .
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG1001_zps987d3bf0.jpg)

and two more deluxe vehicle & figure sets,as they were less than half price each (still got an unopened dropshipx2,castas,ARF scout) .
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG1000_zps70c2ee7a.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 24, 2012, 06:29:54 AM
That was an awesome haul Jay.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 24, 2012, 12:49:44 PM
Wow, you did get some goodies, Jay!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on December 24, 2012, 01:03:15 PM
Xmas has come early for me it seems.......all it's missing is 2 landing gear,cheap enough when they get listed.

If for some reason you cant get a full set of gear, make sure you get the proper ones for the ones you're missing because they arent all interchangeable...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: benjani_1976 on December 24, 2012, 05:31:16 PM
Xmas has come early for me it seems.......all it's missing is 2 landing gear,cheap enough when they get listed.

If for some reason you cant get a full set of gear, make sure you get the proper ones for the ones you're missing because they arent all interchangeable...
Thanks for the heads-up.........didn't know there's differences in them,hasn't been shipped out yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 24, 2012, 06:36:51 PM
Got Nom Anor as part of a trade and my wife gave me a "Return Of Darth Maul" Battlepack as my Christmas Eve present.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 25, 2012, 12:51:06 PM
Christmas Haul:

TVC Nein Nunb
TVC Ashoka Tano
TVC Orimaarrko
TVC Weequay Hunter
Target Exclusive TVC Villians (Snaggletooth) Set
K-Mart Exclusive TVC Endor AT-ST Crew 2pk (x3!)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on December 25, 2012, 01:30:59 PM
NICE!  I'm jealous... Haven't seen any of those but the Target villains set.  (no Kmart in my area...)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 26, 2012, 06:48:13 AM
Picked up another walmart eight pack to have a few more kit bash prizes.

I got a walker tie for xmas.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 26, 2012, 06:53:37 AM
Gotta love those 8 packs!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on December 26, 2012, 08:56:01 AM
Thanks for the heads-up.........didn't know there's differences in them,hasn't been shipped out yet.
yeah some are specific to where they plug in and i think the front one isnt interchangeable with any others, I think the pairs are the only ones that interchange, like the two rear left can swap with each other and the rear right two can switch but not the left with the right, etc....

easiest to just get a full set if possible
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on December 28, 2012, 09:34:55 AM
I recently purchased 5 of the 8 packs at my local Walmart for $12.50 a piece, I mainly got them mostly for customs but 15 are going towards my collection. I will post some pictures of those for customs with the rest of my fodder in my customs thread.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on December 28, 2012, 09:37:52 AM
One more picture.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 28, 2012, 09:47:03 AM
Now that is a sweet haul at a great price! I may have to go scouting later.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 28, 2012, 10:24:29 AM
Wow Clone10, what a deal. I would love to see you black out your personal info, but give us a pic of that store reciept for those at that price. Going to the front page.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: lostcauze501st on December 28, 2012, 10:25:45 AM
Found the Republic Dropship today at Ross for $7.99. Good luck hunting  :)

(http://i697.photobucket.com/albums/vv337/Lostcauze501st/ross_zps2145f88a.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 28, 2012, 10:37:47 AM
Sweet price on that too. Let me go add this to the walmart front page update.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on December 28, 2012, 11:08:20 AM
went to my local Tesco and guess what i found ..was absolutley stunned!
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG1037_zps857faee4.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG1041_zps603cb699.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG1042_zpse31df9ac.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 28, 2012, 11:15:43 AM
Wow, this must be the day to find the SW Goodies!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on December 29, 2012, 08:29:23 AM
Hey Tamer here is the receipt picture you wanted.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 29, 2012, 09:31:06 AM
Wow, thank you for the reciept image.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 04, 2013, 06:29:04 AM
I seen the new mini rigs at true yesterday but didnt pull the trigger. Instead, I did the bogo on the yavin pilot pack and the ewok pack using a $5 rewards coupon with the bogo.
I then hit a k-mart and found the atst driver and ewok two packs.
  Walmart didnt have crap. They are in the middle of a toy isle reset but I have no faith that they will start carrying anything cool. Heck, they didnt even have any peg space designated for gi-joe and with the next wave of retaliation figures fixing to hit, I wonder if they are even planning on carrying them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 04, 2013, 08:46:27 AM
The way it looks those new mini-rigs might be the only new things we see in awhile. Oh well, guess we get to save our money. Nice haul Clint.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 05, 2013, 06:39:39 PM
Still nothing new out there. Scored a clearance darth maul returns pack at $9.98 and got this walmart brain invaders dvd pack at a tj maxx marked down to $8.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8083/8352106802_6aaa6d8fda.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on January 05, 2013, 11:59:37 PM
Yesterday I picked up the Ewok and ATST Driver packs at my local K-Mart.
(http://i1338.photobucket.com/albums/o692/tiepilot14/2013-01-06002604.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 09, 2013, 06:27:54 PM
made a major store run today and came up with no new sw figures.
I did pick up an endor pilots pack using my $5 rewards member coupon.
Then I found this walmart atrt and driver pack on clearance for $8. it was the only one they had.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8494/8365381337_4f8fa97afb.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 10, 2013, 05:48:22 AM
Clint, leave it to you to find the good deals.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on January 11, 2013, 04:25:27 PM
didnt get this for myself but for my daughter, I found a Hyena bomber at the Goodwill for $4!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on January 11, 2013, 05:24:17 PM
Bloody good find, Spook!  I'd like to have a Vulture myself.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 11, 2013, 07:01:55 PM
Got 3 Nightsisters in the mail this week from 2 different trades! No I have a small coven of 4 on my shelf :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 19, 2013, 01:36:43 PM
My wife surprised me today with a Target Exclusive Vintage Droids Set! Now I finally have the new, more highly detailed and articulated Power Droid! :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 24, 2013, 06:16:22 PM
Picked up the new Sideshow Exclusive 1/6 Bossk and the PG Armored Veers Mini-Bust from GG this week, both minty fresh. Looks like my Exclusive 1/6 Snowtrooper is gonna be sent out the next twenty days too. Ouchy! Still its not like there is any Hasbro to buy! :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 16, 2013, 01:41:26 PM
Believe it or not, I found some of the TVC re release to buy at a Walmart Yesterday. The GGuards were snatched up but I walked out with a Bespin Han Solo and an Arc Trooper Commander, both punched but minty fresh. I had considered a Rebel Fleet trooper and a Logray but after checking and finding out that the black marketeers had taken a bite out of their value with their sales of those two figures, I left em for someone else.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 16, 2013, 07:03:51 PM
Maybe some of that warehouse product will trickle in. My fingers are crossed. Good finds Clint.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on February 16, 2013, 07:11:29 PM
Snagged a "Clone Wars" "Brain Invaders" DVD set at TJ Maxx for $3 because I wanted the brain worms. The figures and DVD will be added to my Swap Shop.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 01, 2013, 06:23:11 AM
I had heard the rumors about KMART doing a sale where their clearance toys got an additional 50% off this week and knew my store had a couple of atsts on clearance for $31. The fact that when I heard about the sale, i was snowed in was fairly frustrating. I had a chance to get out yesterday and made it to the store in question. first off, their sw pegs looked like crap. the exclusive two packs were there at full price. No sign of the hobbit figures that the spectre cleaned up on, no sign of any joes and an associate said they dont carry em at that store anymore.

they had one of the atsts left with a pretty box condition and as you can see by the receipt, I paid $15.50
I also picked up this very large fully auto nerf gun that used to cost $45 for $15, to shoot the cat with, of course. Sounds cruel but she loves it.

I was going to put this on the fp but will let Tamer decide if he wants to knock down the cafn news or not.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8103/8518311368_234b1bfd84_z.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 01, 2013, 09:04:11 AM
I am gonna look for a few of those tomorrow when I go get some car mantienance done.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 01, 2013, 05:01:49 PM
Playing a bit of catch-up with the figures I missed last year due to lack of funds. I got Dr. Evazan and the brown headband Kithaba in the mail and scored a Sandstorm Lando at TRU!

Now I only need the red headband Kithaba and the Nikto to be all caught up with Star Wars from last year!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 01, 2013, 06:21:28 PM
Seems like I may have one of those, Dan. I would have to check.
Nice score on the lando.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: lostcauze501st on March 01, 2013, 06:28:54 PM
Picked up two Gamorrean Guards today at Walmart, had the cashier price adjust for the Toys R Us $5 sale so ended up only paying $10.  :)



Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: krztfr on March 02, 2013, 03:14:49 AM
Lucky! I saw it for that price online but they werent available and the nearest one is two hours away kmart sucks in texas
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Bubba Fett on March 02, 2013, 03:56:02 PM
Clint, thanks for the Kmart AT-ST sale tip. Jess and I just picked one up for $15. I think she is going to try her luck at customizing it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 02, 2013, 05:51:17 PM
Clint, thanks for the Kmart AT-ST sale tip. Jess and I just picked one up for $15. I think she is going to try her luck at customizing it.
Cool deal, buddy. Did you get my PM about the other stuff?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 02, 2013, 07:22:53 PM
Well I struck out at Kmart with one of the clearance atsts, but I did find a few joes and some cheap vintage SW figures in the form of Evezan and Secura. At least Clint can have a smile on his face today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 02, 2013, 09:46:09 PM
Well I struck out at Kmart with one of the clearance atsts, but I did find a few joes and some cheap vintage SW figures in the form of Evezan and Secura. At least Clint can have a smile on his face today.
I have been having a smile on my face everyday here lately buddy. Perhaps its gas.

I'm kicking myself for not having you look for older joes in that TRU but they probably didnt have any anyways.
Thanks for picking some goodies up for me, buddy.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 02, 2013, 10:42:01 PM
Got two 2011 Vintage Weequays (1 complete, 1 no accessories) in the mail today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 03, 2013, 06:13:13 AM
They had some older Renegade Lady Jayes. A whole bunch. I am guessing perhaps that one was a peg-warmer.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: UnitedStatesDemocrat on March 03, 2013, 06:46:29 PM
Found a Blu-Ray deleted scenes Lando and a Lightsaber Construction Luke at TRU.  Another score on that front.  There were some people in the aisle shopping for their grandson, and they'd already nabbed most of the good figures, such as a Blu-Ray Leia, but all in all a good day. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 04, 2013, 03:46:15 PM
I found the deleted scens wave at my wal-mart too. I picked up the sandstorm leia, lando, and the moncal pilot. It is one good week for the KC Boy.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 04, 2013, 04:31:08 PM
I found the deleted scens wave at my wal-mart too. I picked up the sandstorm leia, lando, and the moncal pilot. It is one good week for the KC Boy.
you mean little ole me?? You are the hook up man!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 06, 2013, 04:51:04 PM
Snagged the last 2 K-Mart Exclusive Endor AT-ST Crew packs at my local K-Mart.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 06, 2013, 05:45:43 PM
Snagged the last 2 K-Mart Exclusive Endor AT-ST Crew packs at my local K-Mart.
sweet, buddy, I know you were looking for those. I didnt find a single sw item that needed to be taken home today, either at a tru or at a walmart. It's a shame.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 06, 2013, 07:39:49 PM
Toysrus has a heck of a sale going on:

ToysRUs SW Sale Link (http://www.toysrus.com/search/index.jsp?categoryId=2256373&searchURL=false&f=PAD%2FCharacter+Theme%2FStar+Wars&fbc=1&fbn=Character+Theme%7CStar+Wars)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 06, 2013, 09:57:47 PM
Toysrus has a heck of a sale going on:

ToysRUs SW Sale Link (http://www.toysrus.com/search/index.jsp?categoryId=2256373&searchURL=false&f=PAD%2FCharacter+Theme%2FStar+Wars&fbc=1&fbn=Character+Theme%7CStar+Wars)
too bad they won't ship the good figures to the house. You seen what my store had.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 07, 2013, 06:42:38 AM
They won't? I know some of the good ones were out of stock, but from what I hear if you check that link some of them, like the G Guard are coming back in stock every so many days, or at least have for the past few days. Wow, now that was a run on.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 09, 2013, 10:14:44 AM
Got a AT-ST pilot pack from a guy over at RS for $8!!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mike Cypress on March 13, 2013, 03:56:26 AM
I went ahead and bought Yoda's Jedi Starfighter. Even though I love the new Yoda with the headgear I wish it came with a CW version of him since it will be going smack dab in the middle of my other CW Jedi Starfighters.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clonecommanderjay on March 13, 2013, 02:46:01 PM
Got the new green carded 501st legion clone trooper  for £5 bargin!!! And a few rexs
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on April 01, 2013, 02:47:07 PM
This aint no April fools joke... I found Darth Malgus and the Imperial Navy Commander at Wal-Mart today!!! I thought my eyes were playing an April fools joke on me when I saw Malgus  :o. Needless to say I snatched him up faster than a fat kid going for a snickers bar.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 02, 2013, 02:46:56 AM
Good score Tom, I haven't seen a single one of those figures on the pegs. Man, wonder if that means I might actually find Shae Vizla and Galen Marek down the road?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on April 02, 2013, 04:37:58 AM
Wow ... There might be hope for me yet! Restocking is thin after the "blu-ray wave" showed back up. I'd love to have my store play that kind of April fool's trick on me!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on April 03, 2013, 04:42:16 PM
Wow ... There might be hope for me yet! Restocking is thin after the "blu-ray wave" showed back up. I'd love to have my store play that kind of April fool's trick on me!
There might just be hope Doc. I was at my Toys R Us today and saw two more Malgus figures as well as two Imperial Navy Commanders. I just left em on the pegs for someone else to have a lucky day. I already got mine.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on April 03, 2013, 07:42:19 PM
I'll hit my store tomoz after cashing my paycheck ... Can you just see an Imperial SEAL team???
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 11, 2013, 01:50:03 PM
Found an Imperial Navy Commander figure at a walmart today, hiding amongst all of the episode 1 figures.
didnt you guys say that the Vader in this wave was really cool? I skipped on that one having 5-22 different previous Vader figures.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8399/8640370321_07fac9e61f_z.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 11, 2013, 05:37:37 PM
Clint, matter of fact I just saw that very same Navy Commander at Toysrus the day before yesterday. And that VC93 Vader is the best version I have ever seen. I am not sure how they can really improve it other than what Spooky did to it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 15, 2013, 05:17:54 PM
got this one in the mail saturday
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8121/8653875654_180eb8040f_z.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on April 22, 2013, 08:55:28 PM
I picked up a Bespin Battle Battle Pack today at TJ Maxx for 12.99. I can use the Luke and Vader for extra parts and the large Boba for a custom.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on April 23, 2013, 05:36:52 AM
bargain of the century!!
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG1747_zps56bab5eb.jpg)

£5!! plus shipping  for 20 bust ups all sealed in a sealed counter pack!  come on! i mean £5!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 23, 2013, 07:50:26 AM
Sweet score there, Jay!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: benjani_1976 on April 27, 2013, 09:47:36 AM
That's a deal,it's a steal........that's sale of the frikkin century. Cheap investment there niner,considering the clone wars has been shelved.

I just been picking up bits here and there,vc carded stuff mainly. Vc02 Leia for £15,vc13 Vader for £8,vc13 Anakin for £9,vc39 luke farm boy for £9 all mint.
Carded Malak for £19,carded revan for £25 both mint.......some cracking head casts from clint ;D

Vc102 tano for £10 and Jeremoch Colton off the shelf in forbidden planet..........£9!!!!!! want to get that one signed if I can.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 27, 2013, 12:17:20 PM
I would like to have about five of those revan figures.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on May 08, 2013, 04:24:12 AM
picked this up second hand £80 free p+p, missing most of the hands and the 2 spare feet ,heads and pistols but the box is virtually mint what i have got is totally mint ,have just found an Ebay seller who sells Sideshow spares and have just ordered a phase 1 helmet£19,complete set of hands £15 and the new upgraded stand £12 all i need to buy then is the portrait head and action feet .
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG1966_zps1be54920.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG1967_zpscc6f46df.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG1968_zps00aa30ce.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG1969_zps8a5c0165.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG1976_zps00d823d1.jpg)

the seller also threw in a 12" custom Hasbro Battle Droid which i was gobsmaked to find had knees,ankles,elbows,forearms and wrists! and the paintwork was superbly done.
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG1970_zps172f8473.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG1971_zps211e0d50.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG1972_zps5bbaca58.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG1974_zpsae098c63.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 08, 2013, 04:33:44 AM
Nice! You needing me to start casting those parts. Jay?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 08, 2013, 04:40:15 AM
Wow, so cool. Looks like Jay is trying to outpace you there Clint!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on May 08, 2013, 04:42:41 AM
Nice! You needing me to start casting those parts. Jay?

Er what parts mate?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 08, 2013, 04:48:41 AM
I have the Cody, I just haven't told jay yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 08, 2013, 04:52:34 AM
I have the Cody, I just haven't told jay yet.

LOL. Its nice seeing you two have fun with your recent sideshow obsession.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on May 08, 2013, 04:58:39 AM
I have the Cody, I just haven't told jay yet.

Git! what the ....did you buy the whole bloody line or something!?! 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 08, 2013, 06:30:51 AM
Not the whole line, buddy, but some good ones.
The mold for Cody's head is curing now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on May 08, 2013, 07:33:10 AM
Not the whole line, buddy, but some good ones.
The mold for Cody's head is curing now.

Really ?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 09, 2013, 05:54:47 PM
Took the plunge and finally bought myself a Marmit AT-AT Driver. The deal was a good bit better than I have been seeing them go for on ebay and I found out the dealer has a case of em and I get the best carded version which all seem to be pristine. Oh happy day.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on May 09, 2013, 06:30:37 PM
Oh boy, you guys are killing me with these. I am telling you if I had known more about Kotobukia before C6 I would have tried to get the ESB Boba Fett. I tell you, I have loved collecting SW action figures over the years but lets face it. Hasbro has BLOWN IT! These sideshow Clones are very impressive and if I had room to display these I would be all over them. Shawn that is so cool that you pulled the trigger on the Marmit AT-AT driver! I have the Sandtrooper and want to eventually get the Stormtrooper then AT-AT driver. I have been looking at them from time to time but my money isn't right at the moment.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 10, 2013, 02:37:45 AM
I have been waiting for this deal for awhile. It has been three years since I started looking on ebay and various places. I have to admit I am proud of myself for waiting for the right price on one with the right condition for my collecting tastes. I see another loose one up on ebay now, but it is missing the daggone chest box stickers so I am not sure I want to go through the hassle of getting that one. I am telling you though, Kotobukiya and Sideshow and GG are definitely picking up the slack when it comes to SW. I have the TESB Boba and really like it. The Vader is nice too. I am still trying to track down the regular Stormtrooper two pack in those, but one day just like this Marmit.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 13, 2013, 04:06:59 AM
got these two figures at my second hand shop down at the lake for $5 each
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7297/8735164740_fc49103645_z.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 13, 2013, 04:39:13 PM
Nice Clint. Look what showed up early today!
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/marmitone_zpsbf2e878d.gif)

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/marmittwo_zps37baf9bc.gif)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 13, 2013, 04:57:33 PM
Now that looks cool!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 13, 2013, 04:59:34 PM
Now that looks cool!

For someone like me it is a must have item. I have been after one forever and finding one at a decent price momc in the box means well over two hundred on the bay (I have seen em go for close to that loose from some crazy buggers). I couldn't believe the shape of this one. The box shows us a bit dinged, but it was packed well so I was all smiles. One of the few things to go right today for me.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 13, 2013, 05:19:01 PM
it really reminds me of the old potj packaging.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 13, 2013, 06:52:40 PM
it really reminds me of the old potj packaging.

Thats precisely what it is. Came around during that time. It is the best twelve inch version of the Driver there is till perhaps Sideshow does one. Many don't think Sideshow can better this.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on May 14, 2013, 09:10:16 AM
Got my package from Hasbro Toy Shop last weekend but forgot to post what i got.

I finally got the 2012 Vintage Nikto and another Kithaba. I was hoping for the red headband one but i ended up with another green/brown headband one. I figure, screw it, I have lots of different red paints... :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 20, 2013, 02:30:06 PM
I picked up one of these today using Tamer's coupon.

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8273/8759624474_0c46bc9d56_z.jpg)
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2840/8758500315_238fa31e7c_z.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 20, 2013, 05:20:54 PM
Wow. I am so envious. Hope to be posting a similar picture by this coming weekend myself.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on May 21, 2013, 05:18:28 AM
Awesome vehicle, now you just need to tone down the chocolate they dipped the feet in! :P ;D

I agree, kinda went overboard with that didn't they!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: darthstreams on May 21, 2013, 05:19:38 AM
I went to go get the walker, but it was sold out.  :'( Got a vader light saber instead, might go back for the luke one.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/375049_382035985247150_1644402304_n.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 24, 2013, 06:02:32 AM
Great Saber DS! I am going out tomorrow to try and find one of those ROTJ Walkers and use my coupon.

Speaking of great new purchases, look what the Clonehead added to his collection he wanted me to show you:

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/clintairborne_zpsca353884.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on May 24, 2013, 06:41:15 AM
I went to go get the walker, but it was sold out.  :'( Got a vader light saber instead, might go back for the luke one.

Is that the ESB Vader? Which Luke saber did they have?

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on June 01, 2013, 04:23:29 PM
I found this rotj RMQ Portfolio at a Garage Sale today for $5. Only 15 of the 20 prints were there and a couple were damaged but I did get some cool ones.
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5350/8917310705_ddaef8c4fc_z.jpg)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3706/8917310941_6c27fbe642_z.jpg)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3786/8917311313_35159d5fd0_z.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7454/8917311645_20c6771031_z.jpg)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8537/8917926774_ba0b78df3f_z.jpg)
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2807/8917927222_a73c70768b_z.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Luke Sprywalker on June 01, 2013, 05:42:54 PM
Oh wow that book is a great find! Even if incomplete.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 02, 2013, 03:08:31 AM
Thats cool Clint. I got my GG Jumbo Yoda yesterday. So cool looking, just like I remember first seeing him on his vintage card, but a lot bigger!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on June 02, 2013, 05:34:54 AM
Got this in the post on Thursday  it's a great book loads of info and the episodes are presented not only with all the transmission dates plus writers and directors but best of all in proper chronological order!

(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2062_zps3b0382c2.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 02, 2013, 05:55:17 AM
I figured you might be picking that up Jay. Looks good. I would think any definitive TCW Fan would want one of those.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on June 02, 2013, 07:03:06 AM
I figured you might be picking that up Jay. Looks good. I would think any definitive TCW Fan would want one of those.
good reference material there.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 04, 2013, 11:22:53 AM
Look what I was able to pick up in the mail today! Oh Ray...

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/ray2_zps24b3a674.gif)

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/ray3_zpscb11a832.gif)

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/ray4_zpse6d4ffb9.gif)

And here is how well Wookie Balls packs. This is the box it came out of (it had not one ding or damage to it):

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/ray1_zps3f2616bf.gif)

To say this is drop dead gorgeous is an understatement. Ray you are a customizing genius!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 04, 2013, 11:50:10 AM
I just had to get this up on the front page!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ShamanLogRay on June 04, 2013, 01:41:58 PM
Wahoo!! Your armed!! :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on June 04, 2013, 03:42:36 PM
Sweet!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on June 05, 2013, 01:28:19 PM
Very cool!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 05, 2013, 01:34:41 PM
Thanks guys. Ray and I had pretty much given this up as one of those packages lost forever in the mail, but it showed up months later.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CHEWIE on June 05, 2013, 05:58:23 PM
Awesome!

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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on June 06, 2013, 12:32:24 AM
got this package in the post from my benefactor Ronny ,cheers mate!
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2083_zpsdfa7255c.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 06, 2013, 03:35:54 AM
Awesome!

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Thanks Justin.

Looks like you are still in TCW Custom Business for awhile now Jay.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on June 06, 2013, 01:57:02 PM
Tarkin and Nikto from Amazon...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 10, 2013, 07:00:49 PM
I will document the trip in my collection or local store report thread, but lets just say the ROTJ Walker is about as minty as it can get!

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/rotjwalker1_zpscbc99d9c.gif)
This is what we give the box design

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/rotjwalker2_zpsdf0bb177.gif)
This is how I felt after finally getting my hands on it

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/rotjwalker3_zpsede0e83a.gif)
As you can see it is just minty case fresh

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/rotjwalker4_zpsa631bb06.gif)
I just love the vintage nods everywhere

I started driving at 5am this morning and got home around 9 something pm.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on June 12, 2013, 07:18:15 PM
Kul Teska from Amazon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 13, 2013, 05:18:44 AM
Nice, I need to get back on amazon and see what the prices are on Shae Vizla and Galen Marek.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on June 13, 2013, 05:03:42 PM
Picked up a Wal-Mart excl. Dewback at Ross for 10 bucks!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 13, 2013, 08:06:50 PM
Picked up a Wal-Mart excl. Dewback at Ross for 10 bucks!

Wow, now thats a deal.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on June 30, 2013, 06:02:10 PM
Forgot to post pics of my garage sale finds from two weeks ago.
two dvd release posters? $2.50 each
Collectors series star destroyer $10
these action fleet vehicles were 1/2 off the marked price so the pod was $2.50 and I think the rest of em were $3.75 each.
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5546/9178095577_11d863575a_z.jpg)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3710/9180311568_fe96eb9530_z.jpg)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3798/9180311920_687567a380_z.jpg)

also picked up a bespin han solo and a cw flamethrower trooper at walmart.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on July 01, 2013, 03:26:28 AM
nice score Clint

i scored these on Ebay early last week
an AOTC Anakin with slightly repainted hair also only has a unlit lightsaber ,only one pair of hands and is missing a couple of accessories but on the whole its mint!
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2153_zpsbc39e8ad.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2154_zpsb951638a.jpg)

in the same transaction i scored Hasbro's 12" Cont Dooku complete no box but mint!(actually i am very impressed with this figure)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2138_zpse84884c3.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2139_zpsc9184d72.jpg)
 both were scored for £29! and S+H was only £4

i also scored an ROTS Obi Wan :Jedi Master once again not complete he is missing all of the pouch accessories ,has only one pair of hands and the box looks like an elephant sat on it but once again is totally mint  and comes with both lit and unlit lightsabers and stand and because i had some cash in my paypal account it techincally only cost me a fiver(£5).(in an ironic twist i had an offer outstanding on a ROTS Obi Wan(exactly the same figure but this one was MIB and blow me ! i won it for £39!! so now i have 2 lol)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2152_zps9842ff09.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2156_zpsc9233797.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on July 01, 2013, 10:00:57 AM
Nice twelve inch score, Jay!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on July 01, 2013, 09:10:04 PM
Forgot to post pics of my garage sale finds from two weeks ago.
two dvd release posters? $2.50 each
Collectors series star destroyer $10
these action fleet vehicles were 1/2 off the marked price so the pod was $2.50 and I think the rest of em were $3.75 each.
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5546/9178095577_11d863575a_z.jpg)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3710/9180311568_fe96eb9530_z.jpg)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3798/9180311920_687567a380_z.jpg)

also picked up a bespin han solo and a cw flamethrower trooper at walmart.
Awesome find Clint, I got some pictures that look super similar to those posters, but mine don't have the name of the movie on them, and I think mine are rare because it says 5000 pieces on each of them. But I don't know if they are or not lol.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on July 02, 2013, 02:11:21 AM
Nice twelve inch score, Jay!

when that other Obi arrives it will bring my Sideshow figure count upto 6!  ,am hopeing that my next score will be an armoured figure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Hand So Low on July 02, 2013, 04:13:13 AM
I picked up the ATST crew at Kmart for $5.50.

Also, the big Slave1 and TIE Interceptor are up for preorder on Amazon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 02, 2013, 01:15:44 PM
Wow, great price on that K-Mart Two Pack. I look for those ewok catapults to go the same way.

I also have the links up for those new amazon.com preorders too and put a graphic link up on the front page if folks want to pre-order. I have to admit I bit on the slave I already.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on July 23, 2013, 08:54:04 AM
Got these in the mail today from Amazon.  ;D

(http://imageshack.us/a/img4/5066/o4th.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 23, 2013, 03:14:42 PM
Nice, I believe I saw that pic on Facebook and then one of em opened up. I like both of those. I never did score the AT-ST Drive Two Pack. Might have to head to Amazon to pick me up a set.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on July 23, 2013, 04:57:45 PM
You mean on Facebook? :P
 
I've also got one of the new TRU exclusive speeder bikes with Biker Scout coming, it may get here tomorrow. ;D

It'll go great with the AT-ST.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 23, 2013, 06:22:08 PM
You mean on Facebook? :P
 
I've also got one of the new TRU exclusive speeder bikes with Biker Scout coming, it may get here tomorrow. ;D

It'll go great with the AT-ST.

Yes, lol. Been a long day and then some.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on July 24, 2013, 10:34:48 AM
Loving the new Speeder Bike.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/15983_10151671653610528_1914699367_n.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 24, 2013, 02:50:54 PM
Very nice Rune. Well I didn't get to spend my money on the SDCC Boba today. Daggone it!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 27, 2013, 04:05:24 PM
Has anyone found any Black series yet? As for myself, I haven't even seen Saga Legends or the Mission Series Two Packs yet. Kinda figured someone would post on these by now though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on July 27, 2013, 04:44:27 PM
Yup, my Target has them

(http://imageshack.us/a/img541/4764/4d2p.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Viper6 on July 27, 2013, 07:56:54 PM
my target sucks...i have nothing for SW.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dax415 on July 30, 2013, 10:03:04 AM
According to the Toys R Us website the mission series figures are in their stores now.  A friend of mine is gonna see if they are and how many later today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on August 02, 2013, 12:44:14 PM
Darth Malgus.  On card.  At Target.  WOOT!  The funny thing is - I really only want him as fodder ... but I hate to ruin him!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 02, 2013, 01:36:14 PM
Darth Malgus.  On card.  At Target.  WOOT!  The funny thing is - I really only want him as fodder ... but I hate to ruin him!

Cool deal, I had heard those were hitting some stores.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 02, 2013, 02:02:35 PM
found these new wavers at a TRU today. They had doubles of biggs, vader,biker scout and annakin. They did have the mission series packs but I passed on the 5poa figs. $10 for a mission series two pack. Must be a $1 per POA.  No new joes there.
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3808/9425555852_40822bbf1d_z.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on August 02, 2013, 02:09:22 PM
I hope TBS gets over to WV soon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 02, 2013, 02:25:39 PM
And the Clonehead is the first official Yarder to score the new Black Figures. Time to go share.

Clint did they have any six inch there?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on August 02, 2013, 03:07:39 PM
Loving the new Speeder Bike.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/15983_10151671653610528_1914699367_n.jpg)

I want those! Five of 'em!!  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 02, 2013, 03:25:55 PM
Picked up Mission Series Vader/Seeker Droid on the way home today only because I am a sucker for cool new droid designs.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 02, 2013, 06:12:19 PM
And the Clonehead is the first official Yarder to score the new Black Figures. Time to go share.

Clint did they have any six inch there?
no on the six inchers. I would have picked one up out of curiosity.
I got Biggs because his helmet  looked bigger. I noticed the orange on his arms and legs don't match the orange on his torso.
Wanted to check out the biker scout"never can have enough of those"

Clone pilot was using the newer clone sculpt and the padme looked pretty good.. For a change, we got a woman fig without the child like proportions.

Felt different buying hasbro sw figures for myself after so long.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 02, 2013, 06:55:34 PM
I know what you mean about new SW on the pegs. I might even be willing to pick up saga legends or mission series! ;)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CHEWIE on August 03, 2013, 08:54:35 AM
I picked up a few of the the black series on Thursday at TRU - really liking the Padme.

I was lucky enough to score some Mission Series a few week ago at Target using the DPCI trick.. the Seeker Droid is great.  The rest of the figures are of course pretty lacking.

 0/
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on August 03, 2013, 10:29:32 AM
I passed on TBS figs - TRU had the twin-packs (I want a Seeker Droid!) and had the Biker Scout, Annakin, aaaaand something else.  I'd'a grabbed a Padme or AotC clones.  I was hoping to catch Joes on clearance at Target - *NO* Joes of any kind, but got Malgus instead.  Had to also pass on an Elektra Assassin fig from Marvel in order to get Malgus.  That was a hard call, honestly.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 03, 2013, 12:26:05 PM
I keep waiting to see these hit my local wally worlds. No luck yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on August 03, 2013, 09:35:39 PM
Awesome finds Clint. Wish my stores had these guys.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 05, 2013, 05:57:44 PM
Well it ain't black, but I am not complaining one little bit!

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/somethingnew_zpsc5cd01d0.gif)

This is my first new SW Item in awhile.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on August 08, 2013, 08:21:33 AM
My 16 dollar purchase!

(http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad357/ghostskull18/SAM_0301_zpsb730d08e.jpg) (http://s951.photobucket.com/user/ghostskull18/media/SAM_0301_zpsb730d08e.jpg.html)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on August 08, 2013, 09:14:18 AM
picked up these 2 in the last couple days both together for less than £50 inc S&H both MIB
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2381_zps2aff2f27.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2380_zpsc915a80f.jpg)

(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2383_zps3d7b83c9.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2384_zpsce8fbbd4.jpg)

Anakin with my loose Obi (still have a MIB one)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2386_zps51570b52.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 08, 2013, 10:10:21 AM
Wow great price on those comic packs.

Jay, you are really finding some awesome Sideshow Deals. Is this on ebay?

Still no sign yet of the Black Series near me. Might go on a longer run tomorrow.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on August 08, 2013, 10:18:35 AM
thanks Shawn yes most are on Ebay  .i have just been lucky so far  i have 10 Sideshow pieces now ,AOTC Obi Wan,1 MIB ROTS Obi Wan,1 Loose /complete ROTS Obi Wan,1 ROTS Anakin MIB,1 Chancellor Palpatine/1 Darth Sidious MIB,1 Rebel Hero Luke Skywalker Yavin IV MIB,Cmdr Cody MIB,Cmdr Ganch MIB and Cmdr Fox MIB ,plus Capt Keeli when he is finished.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 08, 2013, 03:34:02 PM
I need to do some research for our current ebay series. Very cool Jay.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on August 09, 2013, 10:55:29 AM
got my 6" Sandi today, very nice but the left thigh joint is frozen.........
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 09, 2013, 04:16:02 PM
Picked up the hardcover "Art Of The Clone Wars" coffeetable book today at Five Below for $4. Not a fan of the series per se, but I love "Art Of..." books for the cool concept designs :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 12, 2013, 05:36:51 AM
Well I picked up my first new SW Action Figure in awhile. I have to admit that Mission Series Vader with new Droid made its way home.

I also picked up a few isy bday presents for my mods!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on August 12, 2013, 09:37:27 AM
got my 6" Sandi today, very nice but the left thigh joint is frozen.........

K got the joint un frozen with a little twisting back and fourth

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 13, 2013, 06:57:26 AM
Daggone that looks good Spooky. I sure hope that is not a common problem with these figures. That is too much to pay to get a frozen joint. Spooky you ought to review this figure for us the way you like stormies!

On my own purchases note I finally have a couple new items to share. The Mission Series Vader with Seeker Droid pales in comparison to my first six inch figure though thanks to Remco!
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/newstuff_zpsf81a8224.gif)

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/bfwithan_zpsadb37b0b.gif)
True to form my posties just crammed the box into my mailbox and it was crushed on all sides. As you can see by the pics good ole Remco knows how to pack for even my horrible post office workers, not to mention international shipping. Remco, I owe you one!

And I got an email that my Vintage Slave I is coming tomorrow! I will get a picture up of how they shipped it as well.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: krztfr on August 13, 2013, 09:58:58 AM
I havent found the sixinchers yet but everyweres iin humble tx has mission series...and found only one walmartt with3 3/4 black card figs got me a luke biggs and a biker.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dax415 on August 13, 2013, 08:45:03 PM
Dang....I must live in backwards ville....nothing but Mission Series at Target and absolutely nothing at Walmart.

Congrats on the new addition Tamer
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on August 14, 2013, 08:43:15 AM
My Target restocked the 6" figures, all 4 were there when I left
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 14, 2013, 04:46:57 PM
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/amazonshipslaveone_zpsd59fb39c.gif)

Not too happy with Amazon's shipping on this. So sad.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: jangorick on August 14, 2013, 06:06:27 PM
Wasn't going to purchase the new 6" but of course once I saw them I had to have them. I'll admit. I was totally wrong about these. They are AWESOME! Picked up all the limited articulation ones as well. Not too bad. Clone trooper heads are pretty off in scale but I'm only buying one of each so no biggie. Was able to score all of them from Target and a couple from Walmart on a toy run. I will say it was great to see new product again. The 6" line although spendy totally worth it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 14, 2013, 06:09:59 PM
Looks like they pulled em till they can figure out how to ship em better.

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/slaveoneunderreview_zps573153cd.jpg)

Wish they would have figured it out before they shipped mine!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 18, 2013, 03:41:09 PM
Bought my first black series three and three quarter; the Bespin Vader.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 18, 2013, 09:23:58 PM
I ordered a big Slave 1 and it should arrive between Aug 22-27. Should be just in time for my custom Boba to be finished. I got it for about 9 bucks cheaper because they said it may be repackaged. I think it was one that somebody else returned because the box was mashed up. I don't care as long as I get the Slave 1 with all the parts.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 19, 2013, 02:48:28 AM
I wondered what they might do with all those damaged box ones. Yeah, it should go good with that new Boba you are working on.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on August 19, 2013, 01:36:10 PM
Found the Mission Series today at Wal-Mart, but still no Saga Legends or Black Series.

There were empty pegs though.

(http://imageshack.us/a/img163/5216/lt7t.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: TakeshiInhaba on August 19, 2013, 02:56:40 PM
The Saga Legends in Germany is a massive disaster! 12,99 per Figure!

Well i was really lucky and made contact to someone who wanted to sell his whole collection so i got from him:

Beru Whitesun TLC
Bossk TVC
Jes Gistang TLC
And FINALLY: Jaina Solo TLC!

Everything togehter for 50€. :)

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 19, 2013, 06:01:51 PM
Wow, nice figures TI.

I got my new Slave I in today. This is what I am wearing on my face now. ;D

Too tired for pics tonight. I will try tomorrow.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on August 20, 2013, 11:55:56 AM
He is AWESOME! :o

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/1150810_10151719444795528_1146143453_n.jpg)

Bye Bye Hasbro. lol :D (Not really since I like some of their 3 3/4" toys.)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 20, 2013, 03:26:21 PM
Nice job Rune. I need to get a pic of my new slave one up here.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 20, 2013, 04:08:52 PM
Man, that guy looks sharp!

I got my amazon slave 1 in the mail today. outer big box, inner hasbro mailer box, and the corners still had some dings to em. Its an opener so I dont care but am wondering how tamer got a pristine one. You must have given the customer service quite a scare, huh, buddy?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on August 21, 2013, 01:28:53 AM
well i have more sideshow goodness to report :
i picked another Heroes of the Rebellion: Yavin Ceremony Luke (this one is also mint in box and even mintier than the other one !)for dirt cheap!
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2424_zps3a206274.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2426_zps00d085aa.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2427_zps82a46360.jpg)

and i have also picked a Order of the Jedi: Jedi Master Plo Koon ,for a very very good price(this guy can go for silly money )
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2428_zpsf5fe127a.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2429_zps64fb30f8.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2430_zpsa0d590ec.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2431_zpsba1b5a2f.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2432_zps7cbd0067.jpg)

Keeli's belt arrived
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2433_zpsa83cc33c.jpg)
his chest armour and arm armour is also on its way...
i also purchased Ganch's holster rig so i could give Keeli original pistols and holsters and strapping .

and to continue to give the OT love where i can i have  Heroes of the Rebellion: Princess Leia ,Boussh Disquise coming..well it is the anniversary of ROTJ after all

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 21, 2013, 02:55:14 AM
Man, that guy looks sharp!

I got my amazon slave 1 in the mail today. outer big box, inner hasbro mailer box, and the corners still had some dings to em. Its an opener so I dont care but am wondering how tamer got a pristine one. You must have given the customer service quite a scare, huh, buddy?

I promise I will try to give you pics tonight as time in the evening is just horrible for me this week, but I really didn't do anything than follow the normal return thing where you report your package is damaged and then they have you print a bar code to put in the box and then ups picked it up off my front porch a couple days later. It was a pretty easy thing. I guess I just lucked out.

Folks, if you want just an opener check out the Amazon thread in our Online Store Section as I just put up a link to those and Rune put up a five dollars off link.

And Jay, what great looking Sideshow Additions. I am really envious of all the great deals you are finding. You are really going full tilt with these.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on August 22, 2013, 03:42:26 AM
Boushh arrived this morning and i am very pleased with her the box is in a "used" condition but its by no means knackered.
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2437_zps2f85beff.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2438_zpsca7f786b.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2439_zps658709ca.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2440_zpsccb5477f.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2441_zps338035df.jpg)

Detail is superb!
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2442_zpsce3a0c75.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2443_zps3a7636b7.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2445_zps3db2868a.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2448_zpse199ab8e.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2449_zps7736622a.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2451_zps87cdac58.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2452_zps11c1dc67.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2453_zps1312f6b5.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2454_zps480e7805.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2455_zps4acfca72.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2456_zpsf7854e37.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2457_zpsdb8b931b.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2458_zpsffc2bb7a.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2459_zps6ceee0d0.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on August 22, 2013, 08:04:27 AM
got my first Black Series 3 3/4" figure last night, got Biggs!  now I need his X Wing
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 22, 2013, 08:54:08 AM
Wow Jay, you're sure building your 12" collection fast. I picked up the black series #05 Luke Skywalker yesterday on my birthday. I also got the Neca 7" Jungle disguise Dutch from Predator. I will be attempting a 3 3/4" custom of that in the future.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 22, 2013, 09:46:19 AM
Awesome detail shots, jay. Man, she does look good!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on August 22, 2013, 03:11:19 PM
I just received my star wars exclusive FA-4 in the mail, Hasbro has been redeemed with this one, such an awesome figure!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 22, 2013, 05:39:38 PM
Great stuff there Jay.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on August 23, 2013, 02:07:30 PM
Just ordered the Slave 1 off Amazon before they go up for review again or they run out.......I wont be eating for a week but I guess it will be worth it :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 23, 2013, 05:18:58 PM
Just ordered the Slave 1 off Amazon before they go up for review again or they run out.......I wont be eating for a week but I guess it will be worth it :)

I sure do like mine. Looks like they have a white mailer box to get it there in decent shape now though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 24, 2013, 09:15:43 AM
I got my Slave 1 yesterday. It was a damaged box one that was on sale. It came inside of a brown box. The damaged Hasbro box wasn't too bad but definitely unacceptable if you collect the box.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on August 24, 2013, 10:32:33 AM
I sure do like mine. Looks like they have a white mailer box to get it there in decent shape now though.

Im not a box collector but since we're paying $10 extra for the box I want it in great condition, even if I rip it up and toss it in the trash (I wont) I want to look great when I get it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: clone10 on August 24, 2013, 02:26:02 PM
Awesome haul Wraithnine, I hope to start back getting sideshow collectibles around Christmas time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 25, 2013, 01:17:02 PM
I sure do like mine. Looks like they have a white mailer box to get it there in decent shape now though.

Im not a box collector but since we're paying $10 extra for the box I want it in great condition, even if I rip it up and toss it in the trash (I wont) I want to look great when I get it.

I agree. It sure seemed too much imo to get it for around 70 and show up mangled.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 25, 2013, 08:34:59 PM
I finally found a Black Series Padme and Darth Vader. Padme looks pretty hot, oh I mean good. They had the clone pilot there too but I could only get two figures so I went with those.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on August 26, 2013, 09:15:13 AM
Got my first Black Series figure in the mail today.

(http://imageshack.us/a/img838/6389/yc20.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on August 26, 2013, 01:02:39 PM
YIKES!!!!  Padme has MAN FEET!!!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 29, 2013, 04:53:16 PM
finally found the six inchers at my local tru. I seen that sandtrooper first and fell in love with him. THey had restocked their wave one 3 3/4 black series figures as well.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7366/9626510302_7e60be69be_z.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 29, 2013, 05:23:06 PM
Nice, hoping maybe I can see my first six inchers on a longer run Saturday. Nice finds Clint.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 31, 2013, 05:22:39 PM
Well I brought home the six inchers today. They were really great. I got em all except Maul. I cleared em out on Sandtroopers too (four of em). This might make some Shipyarders happy a little later. I picked up the Black Clone Sergeant for Chad and the bubble had separated from the card and taped back on.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/VALUEDCUSTOMER/sixinchcamehome_zpsd86034bd.gif)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on September 01, 2013, 02:06:02 AM
cant believe how woefully underscaled R2 is !
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 01, 2013, 01:15:06 PM
cant believe how woefully underscaled R2 is !

I hear you Jay, but he was still too good for me to pass up. He looks great even if his paint work isn't as detailed as what they showed us initially.

I also found a TBS Padme today for a bud.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on September 02, 2013, 07:23:32 PM
Picked up a BS Yavin Luke over the weekend.  Saw my first three 6" figs at a local K-Mart today ("local" if you count driving 45 miles to get there) - they had R2, Pilot Luke, and Sandtrooper.  I'm sure one day I will wish I had bought them all up, but this is not that day.  8)  Altho, I really was tempted - they do look good.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on September 05, 2013, 10:13:53 AM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/542232_10151746436480528_136665740_n.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 05, 2013, 04:05:55 PM
Wow, thats minty fresh Rune.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on September 05, 2013, 06:54:47 PM
Not anymore, at least not the bubble.  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Hand So Low on September 05, 2013, 07:55:44 PM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/542232_10151746436480528_136665740_n.jpg)

Is she rare?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 06, 2013, 02:45:07 AM
Hand So Low good vintage collection 2013 seems to have been rare even when they were supposed to be on the pegs. Now that there is the new Black Line about all you can do is look for them on the secondary market or ebay. I already miss the great vintage style cards and bubbles.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on September 06, 2013, 04:20:47 AM
a luke i bought on Ebay finally turned up (the guy had been away a while) it was a superb price £15! but unfortunatley the cloak is sun damaged  but he was boxed with all his accessories so i spose i can't really complain .
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2570_zps089e17e4.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2568_zps28b581d6.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2567_zpsf28a5d9f.jpg)

sun damaged cloak
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2562_zpsd35448d4.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 06, 2013, 08:13:48 AM
Jay, could you get some rit dye and spruce that cloak back up? Might be worth a try. Looks great though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on September 06, 2013, 09:41:53 AM
(https://sphotos-a-dfw.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1240659_10151748222220528_1335663048_n.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 07, 2013, 04:53:11 AM
Looks like Rune made another Black Series sighting.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on September 07, 2013, 08:18:30 AM
No those came from an Amazon seller.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on September 07, 2013, 02:16:06 PM
Ok today I found all from TBS Wave 1 except Padme, Clone Sergeant, and Vader at Wal-Mart.

I got Biggs and Biker Scout.

(https://sphotos-b-iad.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/1236580_10151750157430528_697655787_n.jpg)

I think I'll keep the Biker Scout carded since it's the rarer variant.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 07, 2013, 05:00:27 PM
And it looks like the bubbles are still attached.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on September 07, 2013, 05:39:35 PM
Yep, the ones I got in the mail were awful
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: deus92503 on September 08, 2013, 01:24:14 PM
I bought an At-Te at auction for $2.78 on the Bay missing all 7 missiles but otherwise complete! and in amazing condition . Even has the tight legs not the Wonky ones. Im in the process of getting an order through to Mr. Clonehead for repro parts. This thing is huge and awesome. Cant wait to see it complete. Love this site BTW.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 08, 2013, 04:27:17 PM
Welcome dues. Now that sounds like a steal. Hope you post some collection pics once you receive it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Wardog on September 28, 2013, 04:20:09 AM
Purchased today from my local Big W store the 3 3/4 Black Series Mara Jade, Pablo-Jill, Biker Scout, Stormtrooper, Phase 2 Clone and Phase 1 Clone Trooper.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 29, 2013, 05:01:49 AM
Sweet, time to start looking for Wave 2. I can't remember if Black Series Wave 2 Six inch is set to release the same time?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on September 29, 2013, 08:52:49 AM


Amazon has a Nov. 25 release date for Wave 2 6 inchers.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 30, 2013, 02:36:54 AM


Amazon has a Nov. 25 release date for Wave 2 6 inchers.

Thanks Rune, guess I don't need to worry about those yet then.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on October 02, 2013, 12:18:43 AM
My friend Ronny sent this to me as a gift  and he is all nice and complete
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2802_zpsb3acbae8.jpg)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii493/wraithnine/IMAG2800_zps466df7f2.jpg)

have got about 16 Sideshow pieces so far and Assajj Ventress is coming next week!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 02, 2013, 02:50:15 AM
Looks great Jay. I really am enjoying seeing your SSC Collection grow.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on October 16, 2013, 10:23:46 AM
2 more Sideshows to add to my collection
Jedi Master Kit Fisto:
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/wraithnine/IMAG0022.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/wraithnine/IMAG0019.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/wraithnine/IMAG0013.jpg)

and Assaj Ventress:
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/wraithnine/IMAG2855_zps958c1444.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/wraithnine/IMAG2860_zps51edee54.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/wraithnine/IMAG2861_zpse7318122.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 16, 2013, 05:37:58 PM
Looks great Jay,

Just got in my GG Jumbo First Shot Fett today. It showed up in a very small clamshell, just large enough to hold the jumbo 12" Figure. I was also suprised to see the Blaster key chain that caused so much controversy at C6. That evidently was a show exclusive that sold out quickly. Guess they either made more or found some.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on November 01, 2013, 10:10:08 AM
Found BS#14 Mara Jade today at Target! She has big hair, but still a cool figure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 01, 2013, 12:27:49 PM
Found BS#14 Mara Jade today at Target! She has big hair, but still a cool figure.

Cool I had heard those might be starting to hit.

I almost forgot I got in my GG Jumbo Bossk this week. It so reminded me of the mail away figure so long ago!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: smeagol92055 on November 21, 2013, 12:11:56 PM
Picked this sexy guy up the other day.
(http://www.brianstoys.com/images/products/starwars/2013/BlackSeries/CardedFigures/Black-Series_Carded_Biggs-Darklighter.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on November 27, 2013, 07:03:09 PM
From Amazon,

(https://scontent-b-iad.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1472980_10151897867080528_1892659298_n.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 28, 2013, 10:09:45 AM
I may have to go to amazon or some of our etailers to get into that new black wave 2 myself. I did get two six inch Bobas and the Han from the toy shop. I need to check out the condition of the cases.

By the way, I ordered those when I posted about the get a ten dollar coupon on a fifty dollar purchase and they are fighting me on giving me the daggone coupon!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on December 10, 2013, 07:15:50 AM
My first fig from Wave 3 from an Amazon seller that I got in the mail the other day.

(https://scontent-b-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1474645_10151920908120528_456620767_n.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 10, 2013, 08:41:57 AM
Cool, I am waiting on the toy shop to deliver my new mara and stormy and I guess amazon to deliver my B.A.D. Pack.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on December 10, 2013, 09:49:43 AM
And today from Amazon.com in the mail,

(https://scontent-a-ord.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1468651_10151930419640528_1011160774_n.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on December 12, 2013, 11:54:36 AM
Sorry for no pics because they will be my Christmas presents, but I picked up a VC39 Death Star Escape Luke for 6 bucks at a temporary toy store set up in the local mall for Christmas. At my Fry's grocery store I found a 6" Black Series Boba Fett and Han Solo! They had Greedo and Leia too, but I just wanted the Han and Boba. Han actually looks great in hand. Now I'm just waiting for Bespin Luke and a clean Stormie. Anyway, I can't believe how lucky I was today out in the wild.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 13, 2013, 03:49:04 AM
First I have heard of seeing any of these on the pegs. Nice finds.

Online orders have seen me get the six inch Boba and Han (both nice), I used some of those Hasbro coupon codes to get me a couple new black series 3 and 3/4 stormies and Mara Jades (she really is pretty nice imo). I also got in my GG Jumbo IG-88 which is nice too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on December 13, 2013, 01:07:20 PM
picked up the 6" Boba today, havent opened it yet but I had it stashed away at work for a few days
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 14, 2013, 07:37:27 AM
picked up the 6" Boba today, havent opened it yet but I had it stashed away at work for a few days

Hiding it from prying eyes eh? LOL, I have been known to do that with a larger SW Purchase or two.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on December 14, 2013, 08:19:32 AM
From K-mart yesterday,

(https://scontent-b-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/1477678_10151937728745528_779788730_n.jpg)

(https://scontent-a-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/1459829_10151937582295528_1665141691_n.jpg)

(https://scontent-a-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1462935_10151937517510528_1410209381_n.jpg)

(https://scontent-a-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/1493216_10151936852705528_1762886323_n.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 14, 2013, 08:45:48 AM
Cool Rune, did they have the scanning crew sets?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on December 14, 2013, 08:47:17 AM
Cool Rune, did they have the scanning crew sets?

Yep
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 14, 2013, 08:52:23 AM
Cool,  so need to get me one each of the two sets. Maybe I will be able to find em finally.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on December 14, 2013, 09:10:58 AM
I was going to get a set but didn't have enough money as usual.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 14, 2013, 09:25:25 AM
My Amazon Droid Factory set is in! I had to cancel my pre order due to needing the $, but I was able to order 1 for $14.99 last week. Just waiting for my friend Mike to bring it over (he ordered it for me while he was doing holiday shopping on Amazon for his family).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 16, 2013, 05:17:37 PM
Got my Droid Factory set in hand :)

Some pretty cool figures and some ok figures.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 17, 2013, 04:23:00 AM
Got my Droid Factory set in hand :)

Some pretty cool figures and some ok figures.

I saw you post about that on Facebook. I am interested for mine to get here too. What a great deal they were running that day.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on December 18, 2013, 10:43:36 AM
From Amazon in the mail today,

(https://scontent-b-iad.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/1515040_10151945226085528_1080005406_n.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on December 19, 2013, 04:00:01 PM
thanks to another collector I got one of the scanning crew two packs, the one with TK421!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 20, 2013, 04:29:41 AM
thanks to another collector I got one of the scanning crew two packs, the one with TK421!

I have been looking for those scanning crew packs myself. I hope to find em Monday on a longer run due to a doctor's appointment for my daughter. Did get in my Amazon B.A.D Pack though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 24, 2013, 07:55:15 AM
Found my Kmart Scanning Sets. Liked the stormy one so much I got two of that one. Left some great wave two black series and a six inch fett on the pegs. Not bad for not really wanting to go to stores yesterday. I was all set to do a longer run, but just got half sick so I talked myself out of doing elbow to elbow on the day before Christmas Eve.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 24, 2013, 07:16:49 PM
My wife surprised me with a pair of K-Mart Scanning Crew sets (1 of each) as a pre-Christmas present! :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 04, 2014, 02:06:36 PM
I finally was able to find my Art FX Stormtrooper Two Pack thanks to DS Customs. Wait till you guys see the custom AT-AT Driver Card he made for me too. Now that was a pretty daggone nice thing to do for the ole Tamer!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 14, 2014, 06:22:15 AM
Got a 31" shock trooper on sale for $20 at my local target.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on January 14, 2014, 04:13:16 PM
I finally was able to find my Art FX Stormtrooper Two Pack thanks to DS Customs. Wait till you guys see the custom AT-AT Driver Card he made for me too. Now that was a pretty daggone nice thing to do for the ole Tamer!

I'm getting mine in about a week or so!!  I might also get the Return of Anakin Vader, not sure yet tho
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on January 14, 2014, 04:13:56 PM
Got a 31" shock trooper on sale for $20 at my local target.

I've been waiting on the 31" Vader to go on sale at my store, no such luck yet
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 19, 2014, 07:53:31 PM
if the tru 501st trooper ever goes on sale, I may consider it to finish the set. It is now priced at $40

Got this jewel in the mail yesterday.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7389/12042762195_7497c46eff_z.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 20, 2014, 07:24:40 AM
I am hearing that Wolffe is awesome. Great score Clint. Ah, I want so many SSC Items this year. The price just seems to go up and up. I guess thats true with all the lines though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on January 20, 2014, 10:55:26 AM
just got the Kotobukiya Return of Anakin statue, pretty cool but the helmeted head doesnt fit on as good as the unmasked head does

(http://store.geekroom.com/v/vspfiles/photos/ZNF232-3.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 20, 2014, 01:57:25 PM
Spooky, was this the one ten scale ROTJ Vader. I have TESB version and really like it. Wait till you get those Stormies, you are gonna love em.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 12, 2014, 05:40:52 PM
Hey look what was in my mailbox when I got home!
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/CTtamer001/stormies_zps61afeaea.png)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 13, 2014, 04:54:02 AM
Sweet! Those look nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: PROVOST on March 15, 2014, 06:01:48 AM
Nice stuff Tamer!!!!!!!!

 :) :) :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 15, 2014, 09:28:07 AM
I hope I can find two of these
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 23, 2014, 03:40:45 PM
Made my first Star Wars purchase in a while. Picked up Biggs Darklighter in X-Wing gear from the Black Series at Target. It was the last one too, I lucked out.

I was in there Wednesday and they didn't have much on display. Same goes for today. Not sure if its just that Target or they're all like that. I wonder if Wal-Mart is the same as well. If that's the case I'm gonna have to try Toys R Us or that Toy Vault collectible store in the mall.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 23, 2014, 07:35:02 PM
Made my first Star Wars purchase in a while. Picked up Biggs Darklighter in X-Wing gear from the Black Series at Target. It was the last one too, I lucked out.

not sure your excitement is warranted, that Biggs is a peg warmer, he's everywhere..........but I got one too and now I have his XWing so it's all good!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 23, 2014, 07:58:23 PM
Made my first Star Wars purchase in a while. Picked up Biggs Darklighter in X-Wing gear from the Black Series at Target. It was the last one too, I lucked out.

not sure your excitement is warranted, that Biggs is a peg warmer, he's everywhere..........but I got one too and now I have his XWing so it's all good!

Nice. I've been out of the collecting loop for a bit. I'm just happy to replace that last Biggs figure, what was it, 30th Anniversary?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 24, 2014, 11:54:11 AM
Sorry for the double post but picked up another item today. The Star Destroyer Hallmark Ornamant from 2004 for 5 bucks. I always see it going for $15 + on ebay so I scored there.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on March 25, 2014, 02:07:54 AM
Just made a part trade/part cash deal for Capt Keeli managed to get a load of 1/6 scale parts plus enough to build this little fella to go with his phase 2 buddy
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%204/IMAG0734.jpg)
sorry for the crap pics
plus some parts:
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%204/IMAG0735.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%204/IMAG0737.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%204/IMAG0738.jpg)
(http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn93/nosaj37/album%204/IMAG0739.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 25, 2014, 02:43:22 AM
Look awesome Jay.

On my note, I got in my wave 3 of the six inchers from Dorkside Toys. Happy to report I didn't see any sad eyes on at least one of my Bespin Lukes. Not too sure I like the Obi though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 25, 2014, 12:44:48 PM
On my note, I got in my wave 3 of the six inchers from Dorkside Toys. Happy to report I didn't see any sad eyes on at least one of my Bespin Lukes. Not too sure I like the Obi though.

who cares about Luke and Obi, hows the storm trooper!!!!!!!

:)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 26, 2014, 02:27:26 AM

who cares about Luke and Obi, hows the storm trooper!!!!!!!

:)

I like it. I am thinking there might be a little too much space between the neck and bucket (think they just used the sandtrooper body again), but like I said its not too large of a gap and only folks like us would probably ever notice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on March 26, 2014, 02:21:22 PM
yes they did use the sandtrooper rear torso but I think the front is new because a sandi and a stormy are different mid section.....but yeah, I believe the same gap is present on it, it also has the backback hole on the back, too bad they didnt just make new front AND back parts
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on March 28, 2014, 08:27:46 AM
Got these little piglets in the mail today. Bought from a German Ebay seller One will be opened and displayed next to his 30+ year old predecessor, the other will remain trapped in the plastic bubble, no matter how hard he squeals  ;D

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-kw4gTpaOK6o/UzVrzXkhpJI/AAAAAAAADOk/Sn0GEYGnQeE/w614-h819-no/1396009790861.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 28, 2014, 09:43:17 AM
Nice! I got one of those a couple of weeks ago at kc comicon. Good looking card with the fett mail in sticker. He only charged me retail price for it. I don't think he knew what he had or he would have charged more for that one.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 29, 2014, 02:40:37 AM
Why in the world won't they rerelease those Gammies? They look great and folks would buy em by the dozens.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on March 31, 2014, 12:46:05 PM
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a295/incomT65/Star%20Wars/Modern-Vintage/GamorreanGuard_zps9f0c7c32.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/incomT65/media/Star%20Wars/Modern-Vintage/GamorreanGuard_zps9f0c7c32.jpg.html)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 01, 2014, 02:58:03 AM
Very nice Remco.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 03, 2014, 02:39:16 PM
the lot on the left was from my local tru and the stuff on the right showed up from HTS today.
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7351/13610698093_f0de6ee836.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 04, 2014, 02:25:52 AM
Wow, it is nice to see you were actually able to find new stuff in stores Clint! Awesome.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on April 05, 2014, 01:32:58 PM
Received a couple of TVC figures from Chewie: Luke (Hoth), Weequay and Han (Bespin). Took some pics of the first two. Lego figs are also arriving steadily at the Black residence.

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-bn60ojBR8i8/Uz7Ii0SsCPI/AAAAAAAADdo/Mr0DyJue7_M/s1280-Ut/20140404_164721.jpg)

(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-JiGfYa4sZ-k/Uz_s93U3vGI/AAAAAAAADhY/Agbauznw3sE/s1280-Ut/20140405_131539.jpg)

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on April 05, 2014, 01:48:34 PM
Having a bit of fun with my Lego Malakili I received last week. I know, not Hasbro, but his dad is from big H.  ;)

Here's little Keeper running to the safety of his daddy's bosom:

(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-aWW7LKejsG0/U0AYNptV4eI/AAAAAAAADk4/NW09-UUIIdc/s1280-Ut/20140405_164345.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 05, 2014, 03:24:11 PM
I just sold a netbook on ebay which went for $130 and an action figure which went for $20. You know what that means? Ebay spending spree! lol.


First thing I picked up was X-wing Luke from the Black Series. I was watching one for $24.99 free shipping, but before I bought it I decided to do another search. I'm glad I did, found one at $19.00 and free shipping again. There were a few people watching it too, I was surprised not one person jumped on it. I know its not that hard to find but still. I ain't complaining though haha.

I also picked up an EU Rebel Fleet Trooper, but only for the orange vest. Need it for a custom figure I have planned.


I'm watching a few things on ebay. The problem now that I have a bit to spend? I sit here and go through a ton of auctions saying "Ohhh I want that, I want that, this, that.."  lol.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 06, 2014, 05:44:53 AM
It is getting hard for me not to get into the LEGO Mini-Figs. I saw a Target Display the other weekend and really, really, gave it a lot of thought about getting some. So far I have resisted.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on April 06, 2014, 02:37:54 PM
Can't leave this big guy alone. What a fun figure!  ;D

(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a295/incomT65/Star%20Wars/Action%20figure%20photos/20140406_224133_zps4cc6b660.jpg) (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/incomT65/media/Star%20Wars/Action%20figure%20photos/20140406_224133_zps4cc6b660.jpg.html)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on April 06, 2014, 02:44:58 PM
It is getting hard for me not to get into the LEGO Mini-Figs. I saw a Target Display the other weekend and really, really, gave it a lot of thought about getting some. So far I have resisted.

Well, I'm "just" after LEGO figs of the Kenner figures. Which won't be cheap  :o ;D

But I'm not aiming for something like this, though:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/carrillo_garza/7172709547/
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 07, 2014, 02:40:05 AM
Wow, Remco that was one awesome set up. LEGO just makes cool stuff like playsets!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 07, 2014, 05:01:19 PM
Picked up a few more things with my ebay spending spree.

- Bought a ton of rebel pilots, a total of 12 from wraithnine (for planned customs)

- Another Biggs from the Black Series (used the other one I bought for a custom)

- Jek Porkins and R5-D8

- Tiree Gold 2

- Davish "Pops" Krail Gold 5

- Baron Fel from comic pack (for planned custom)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: dax415 on April 07, 2014, 09:52:52 PM
ITs a miracle!!! I managed to nab a Darth Plageius at Target today!  They must of just stocked it cause it was sitting there on the peg right in front.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 08, 2014, 02:44:48 AM
Wow, a Plageius in the wild! I didn't think they existed. Great score.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 11, 2014, 12:46:19 PM
Finally picked up Biggs' X-wing. I just got back from Toys R Us and they must have had about 16 in stock. How long has it been out for? I also got $10 off, it was on sale.

Ugh, I'm gonna have such a huge haul video to do lol.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on April 11, 2014, 01:26:37 PM
Wow, a Plageius in the wild! I didn't think they existed. Great score.

is this figure desirable? I've seen two at my store and never thought any one would want it
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 12, 2014, 06:24:57 AM
Wow, a Plageius in the wild! I didn't think they existed. Great score.

is this figure desirable? I've seen two at my store and never thought any one would want it

Sure thing. I would love one or both of these mint on the card if you can still find em.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on April 12, 2014, 07:26:35 AM
Wow, a Plageius in the wild! I didn't think they existed. Great score.

is this figure desirable? I've seen two at my store and never thought any one would want it

Meh, never really understood the hype surrounding this character. But then again, I'm more of an OT guy.

Speaking of OT: received a TVC Nikto, Kithaba, Snaggletooth and 4x Endor Capture Luke from ebay seller Hobbystock Toy Store.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Spookymufu on April 12, 2014, 11:07:10 AM
Sure thing. I would love one or both of these mint on the card if you can still find em.

I'll look and see if it/they are still there
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 13, 2014, 05:20:02 AM
Thanks Scott. I appreciate it.

I guess its because I read the novel Darth Plageius over the summer and really liked the character. Its one of the few times a Munn has been used as a character outside of their regular banking clan species. I am an EU nut.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on April 13, 2014, 04:33:25 PM
I just got back from China and the only SW thing I could find was a 6" R2-D2 so I got him. When I came back, I found a 6" Bespin Luke at a TRU in L.A. I don't know if Hasbro fixed the head on him or what, but the one I found doesn't look as dorky as the official pic that is posted on the internet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 14, 2014, 02:46:09 AM
Yeah, I have to say mine aren't as bad as that one pic too. Heres to hoping perhaps Hasbro is getting some quality control in place over their recent paint debacles.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on April 17, 2014, 06:04:03 AM
Found a 6" Sandtrooper at my local grocery store. "YES!" now I need 1 or 2 regular stormies.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 18, 2014, 06:41:39 PM
Picked up another Gold 4 Y-Wing off ebay. Won it for $23.13 including shipping. Hopefully next week I can start on that custom.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on April 19, 2014, 12:21:20 PM
Got lucky at a little toy store in the local mall and picked up a 6" Stormie. Yeahyeah!  0/
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 20, 2014, 03:50:48 AM
I think folks are gonna be able to get their hands on Stormies and Bobas now that they are gonna be included in a new wave too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on April 22, 2014, 04:03:54 AM
I think folks are gonna be able to get their hands on Stormies and Bobas now that they are gonna be included in a new wave too.

Yeah, that looks like a great wave to have. The reason it hasn't sold out yet, is mainly Anakin being part of it, I guess!

Not a Hasbro item, but I couldn't find another "new SW purchases" thread, but I recently received my R2-D2 USB Car Charger from ThinkGeek. TG doesn't ship this outside N-America, but I happened to find a fellow (Rebel)scummer who had one extra. Awesome little gadget  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 24, 2014, 11:35:44 AM
Found another Outrider for my planned custom at my local collectable store, as well as another Action Fleet Vader TIE, also for another custom.  The Outrider was loose, $25 and the AF Vader TIE was loose as well and really cheap at $3.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 24, 2014, 05:47:49 PM
I so need to get back into my own AF and MM Collection. Great score their GL1.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 26, 2014, 08:59:01 AM
I so need to get back into my own AF and MM Collection. Great score their GL1.

Yeah definitely. They had a boxed Vader TIE from the Saga 2002 line on the next shelf at $15. Yeah all set lol.

Very happy that I picked up another Vintage 2010 Snowspeeder off ebay last night for $11.99, including shipping. This will be used for a custom I have planned, painting the gray markings the usual redish-orange color so it looks like an original Snowspeeder. There were no bids on it, but it is missing the small laser cannons, small harpoon gun, and 1 large laser cannon. It only comes with 1 large laser cannon and the large harpoon gun. That's ok as I still have my large laser cannons with missiles and large harpoon gun. I'm glad I held onto them now. Maybe down the line I can find the smaller laser cannons and harpoon gun somewhere. Also with how much the Snowspeeder is going for now I'm definitely happy I snagged it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 26, 2014, 12:00:16 PM
Man, sounds like a great plan. I need to get both snowspeeders (think the grey one is the variant) the TIE and TIE Bomber among a few others including my holy grail three button remote control at-at. if you ever see any of those in your travels that look good boxed I would be seriously interested if you have the time!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 26, 2014, 05:57:28 PM
Will do Tamer! I'm also always scouting ebay and craigslist hoping to find deals.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 26, 2014, 06:06:22 PM
Will do Tamer! I'm also always scouting ebay and craigslist hoping to find deals.

Thanks man!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 29, 2014, 02:48:36 AM
Got a vizam in the local Walmart last night.
Tru had no black series 3 3/4 and only wave 1 pegwarmers for six inchers.
I had considered the x wing with the sale but am running out of luggage room as it is.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 29, 2014, 02:52:07 AM
I haven't found an X-Wing at a ToysRUs yet that didn't have some type of box damage!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 29, 2014, 04:25:19 AM
They had several but I didn't look at em close.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on April 29, 2014, 07:20:48 PM
Got my Black Series Mara Jade this week. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: smeagol92055 on April 30, 2014, 08:40:58 AM
Got my Black Series Mara Jade this week. 

Ooh, nice! Will you be sharing any screenshots of her? There are far too few good female figures in the line.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DocOutlands on April 30, 2014, 10:45:33 AM
I might wait until I pick up the Luminara that was on the peg, too.  Hopefully I'll get her this weekend.  I've got a head-swap project in mind for one of them, too...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 01, 2014, 12:09:21 PM
Found a darth p in the wild at a Disney store today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on May 03, 2014, 07:11:50 AM
I found a Darth Plagueis at my local TRU (in Graz) for 8€.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 03, 2014, 04:55:02 PM
I don't think my local wal mart is gonna get any new waves. There are four measley mission series (Wave 1) figures on the pegs with that Jakks Pacific Vader. I haven't seen a Plageuis in the wild!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 06, 2014, 01:17:03 PM
Picked up the 4 Action Fleet battle packs from Hasbro's line in 2002 off ebay. Now for the original 18 battle packs.

All I need is the following for my OT Action Fleet collection:

18 battle packs
Classic Duel sets of X-Wing vs. TIE and Falcon vs. TIE Interceptor  (I was outbid on the X-Wing vs. TIE the other night, I didn't realize it would go so high, ugh!)
Classic Duel "pewter" set of Vader TIE vs. X-Wing (I'm sure I'll never see that lol)

Almost there!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 07, 2014, 02:32:33 AM
I hope you will show us some pics of this stuff when it is delivered. I so need to get to my collection of these.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 07, 2014, 07:49:19 AM
Definitely. The packaging on Hasbro's AF battle packs look really nice, I like the shade of blue on it.  I'm going to keep the 4 battle packs in their packaging, as well as the 18 other battle packs when I get them. Unlike the ships, I have no reason to display them, and if I do, dusting will only be more of a hassle. Also I'm very afraid if I do display them I'll lose a few figures. I'm very OCD when it comes to my AF collection lol.

Picked up a few more things off ebay. I got the titanium ultra TIE Fighter, Falcon and Snowspeeder. For anyone unfamiliar, they are Action Fleet size but metal. The only one I had before was Luke's X-Wing but the engines fell off. The X-Wing has no figures (except R2-D2 glued in) but it looks like the Falcon and Snowspeeder do (also glued in, it looks like). I'm also watching an auction on ebay of the AT-AT, Boba Fett's Slave I and Luke's X-Wing.


Ugh, if I ever get around to doing a haul video I'm going to be up to my neck in Star Wars stuff lol.  I love selling things on ebay that go for a lot of money and using that in turn to buy stuff haha.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 09, 2014, 08:02:52 PM
Hasbro's 2002 Action Fleet Battle Pack line from the Original Trilogy - officially complete!


(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/redsoxfan25/Star%20Wars/Action%20Fleet/Battle%20Packs/DSCN4720.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on May 10, 2014, 02:23:08 AM
nice Dave ,i think i had all of these at one point
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 10, 2014, 04:43:14 AM
That is so cool. Did they do an TESB one Dave? I am gonna have to find that AT-ST one for sure, maybe all of them.

On my own note I got in the new Disney 15 inch Stormtrooper. Talk about one excellent sculpt and I think they have all the lines Stormtroopers ever had in the films! So cool and the light up sounds of the blaster are just spot on. Definitely one fun toy thats for sure. The only thing I can grumble about is Disney.com's shipping. The box it came in was all beat up even for my posties, (oh I can tell you stories) and portions of the box were worn away leaving it with many white blotches. I am probably gonna open this one up and hope to get another better boxed one down the road. Me and my daggone momc obsession!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 10, 2014, 08:50:47 AM
That is so cool. Did they do an TESB one Dave? I am gonna have to find that AT-ST one for sure, maybe all of them.

Unfortunately no. Those 4 were the only battle packs released from Hasbro. The only TESB items that Hasbro did make were the Snowspeeder (gray markings, vintage look) and the AT-AT (snow paint job). However, for whatever reason, any AF ship released by Hasbro didn't include any figures. The only exception is the Naboo Starfighter and X-Wing, which both have a glued in R2-D2.  I went on ebay and picked up a few extra figures to put in the ships. For me, any AF vehicle without any figures is a big no no.


I picked this up off ebay. Star Wars Trilogy Gift Set. The ships are about the same size as the titaniums, but only plastic. I had this set as a kid but lost or broke most of them. Nice to get this set again. I searched ebay a while back, it was at $30 so I passed. I saw it the other day for $10 so I nabbed it (shipping was another $10 though). I'm glad I waited. I saw on amazon its selling for $44, I just laughed lol.


(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA1OVgxNjAw/z/08QAAOxy4fVTE-CT/$_57.JPG)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 11, 2014, 07:23:35 AM
Nice, that is one good looking set.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 11, 2014, 07:41:33 PM
My Titanium Ultra ships came in yesterday. I have to say, I have no idea why I passed on these. They're Action Fleet size but metal. You should hold the Falcon, talk about heavy!


(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/redsoxfan25/Star%20Wars/Titaniums/DSCN4722.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 12, 2014, 02:31:41 AM
I have the walker in these, but have no idea why I passed on the others. I might have to rectify that situation. They look great!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on May 25, 2014, 12:06:29 PM
Found a my second 6" Clean Stormtrooper at TRU. Can't wait for Chewie and Vader.  0/  dav2
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 26, 2014, 06:32:16 AM
Found a my second 6" Clean Stormtrooper at TRU. Can't wait for Chewie and Vader.  0/  dav2

I hear you. I have heard folks that you need to keep checking amazon.com as sometimes they put up the 6 inch Stormies are regular price if you are like me and want a few. I haven't caught it at the right time yet, but might be worth a look when you are online.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on June 03, 2014, 06:57:24 PM
Alright, I got lucky today at my local Fry's grocery store. I found some Black Series 3.75" figures for only $7.99 each. I picked up Merumeru (big Wookie), Biggs Darklighter, Stormtrooper, and the ever so elusive Darth Plagueis. They had the female Jedi and CW era Mace Windu but I wasn't feeling those figs very much. The Mace's head color looks weird. I'm trying hard to stay away from Prequel figures.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 04, 2014, 02:39:40 AM
Glad to hear some Black Series it out there. You couldn't prove anything by my stores. I haven't seen any SW activity in months and they have reset pretty much everything else.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on July 23, 2014, 11:50:02 PM
I already pre-ordered one 6" Stormtrooper from DorksideToys and was checking out their offer of Bossk and 3PO, when I stumbled upon a full squad of STs! Forget Bossk and Goldenrod, I immediately hit the pre-order button for that squad. So now I've got 5 Stormtroopers ready to be shipped my way  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 24, 2014, 05:24:04 AM
Yeah, it was really smart on Hasbro's part to offer the cases of stormtroopers. I am looking forward to getting my new wave of 3 and 3/4 inch figures which I found out shipped yesterday!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on July 28, 2014, 02:18:19 AM
Today I got my Kotobukiya Cody, Black Series Stormtrooper and VC Captain Fordo.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on July 28, 2014, 03:21:30 AM
Since it was on sale and since I had some gift coupons, I ordered The Saga on Blu-Ray. Should arrive this Friday.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 28, 2014, 06:20:42 AM
Folks, looks like TARGET is getting the Six Inch Speederbike and Jabba packs.

Has anyone found anything in brick and mortar stores yet? I did get my new wave of Black Series 3 and 3/4 inch from Dorkside. Lets just say the new Snowtrooper Commander and Torryn are just fantastic.

If anyone finds something pm me or email me (tamer@imperialshipyards.net) so I can make you famous.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on August 01, 2014, 12:30:47 PM
Received The Saga on Blu-Ray today. Actually looking forward to seeing it in full HD, despite the numerous unwanted alterations. I'll just turn the volume down when the infamous NOOOOOOO moment comes in ROTJ. Matter of fact, will do the same with ROTS   vadsab

Also, received the Endor Battle pack (with the Ewok Glider) and a few more figures in a Rebelscum deal.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 01, 2014, 06:31:01 PM
was on a joe run today and seen these two for the first time at retail, tru for mara and target for the stormie, so, I nabbed em.
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3924/14619189850_723648fd16_z.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 02, 2014, 07:53:38 AM
Wow, a Storm Trooper in the wild. Great finds Clint. Between the JOE and the new SW Stuff you are scoring big the past few days.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 05, 2014, 11:41:56 AM
Found a black series speeder bike today at one of my tru stores
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 05, 2014, 02:45:20 PM
I have those new Deluxe Pack on order at Dorkside. I can't wait to get em.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on August 05, 2014, 02:48:08 PM
Got these in the mail today from Amazon.

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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 05, 2014, 02:55:41 PM
Cool deal, good to hear from you Rune!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on August 05, 2014, 04:07:50 PM
Thanks Tamer, good to be back. :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: wraithnine on August 06, 2014, 03:09:40 AM
I picked up a brand new unopened Sideshow Bespin Han Solo for peanuts .
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: smeagol92055 on August 09, 2014, 07:22:46 PM
Ordered this guy online; he showed up in the mail today! After acquiring my DC Multiverse Zod figure, I knew there was one Terrance Stamp figure still out there that I needed to collect.
I totally forgot about the sound chip thing these Episode I figs came with! I actually still have the chip reader somewhere, I'll have to dig it up.

(http://i.imgur.com/PjKWRsT.jpg)

I forgot how little articulation the older figures had! I'm going to have to do some HEAVY customizing on Valorum to bring him up to code. Luckily, I've got a few fodder figures I can pull from.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 09, 2014, 09:38:49 PM
I got these 2 promo posters today at Barnes & Nobel. They were free giveaways as part of their "Get Pop Cultured" weekends.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on August 10, 2014, 04:18:33 AM
Got four BS#24 Snowtrooper Commander from Dorksidetoys yesterday. Great figure times four! Now I'll have to do a head count to see if I have four platoons of Snowtroopers (need 128 of them!) :D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 10, 2014, 05:12:02 AM
Great finds guys. Yesterday, I met up with a fellow WV Collector and went up to Steel City Con. It had tons and tons of vendors with just all kinds of SW Items.

I ended up coming hope with the POTJ Carbon Freeze Chamber, The POTF2 Hoth Playset, and the Deluxe Wampa (man that is a nice cave accessory that comes with it too). All minty fresh of course. I also was able to add to some other odds and end thanks to Jake giving them to me for peanuts (Snowtroopers, Space Troopers, Guns, Hoth Turrets, radar dishes, etc.).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FlakBait on August 13, 2014, 07:57:30 AM
Found two 6" stormtroopers at walmart this morning before i took my truck in for an oil change. paint jobs aren't to bad on them and i think im done with them. Now to find a Vader when that comes out
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on August 13, 2014, 02:37:34 PM
Received my pair of 6 inch Clone Troopers today. Let's just say I'm not overwhelmed at first glance....

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 13, 2014, 04:20:21 PM
Nice guys, Flakbait your stores are fantastic.

Remco, I hope you write a new review on those Clonetroopers. I saw one at a recent con and almost picked it up as I thought it looked pretty good. Maybe you can talk me out of it.

On my own note, I only ordered it Sunday, but my Toys R Us Exclusive X-Wing already came in (sans my Stormy) and wow was it quick. The package was the most mint of any I have seen, but it looks like the way those are boxed the cutters put a small slice on the very top of the box. Still, at a reduced rate I can't whine too much. Now where's my six inch Stormy?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 17, 2014, 06:28:27 AM
Found a six inch stormy in a Walmart that hadn't gotten anything new in six months.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 17, 2014, 07:35:29 AM
I am so stoked to hear Wal Mart is getting the six inch figures.

I actually got one in from that Toys R Us deal I mentioned last week. $17 smackers for a 6 inch Stormy sounded great to me. The package they shipped it in was just a mailer envelop and not very padded at that, but it came damage free surprisingly.

I also got in my SDCC GG AT-AT Driver and a great set of 3D Printed Chairs from Jrny Fan!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ActionFigEmpire on August 17, 2014, 04:40:48 PM
I was on vacation for the weekend in Maine and scored a 6" stormie for $21 at a private retailer that I scored a bunch of 2010 The Vintage Collection figures at in the past. I also saw Bespin Luke, and Han and Slave Leia. Not too shabby for an afternoon where looking for figures was definitely not my intended goal.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 18, 2014, 03:01:54 AM
Thats when you always find em, when you don't really care.

On that note, I saw my first new black series figures in awhile at Walmart, it was Wave 2 so I was a bit disappointed, but that has been the first new black series waves I have seen in about half a year or more.

I also saw the planogram papers are out and new six inch stuff is supposed to appear. It looks like all kinds of pegs for SW now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 23, 2014, 09:10:43 AM
Got in a few goodies last night and just went through the boxes:

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/CTtamer001/hau1_zps277f2a4f.gif)

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/CTtamer001/haul2_zpsa0f6e6a9.gif)

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/CTtamer001/haul2_zpsa0f6e6a9.gif)

That last image was a great surprise from good ole Dobiwan (James) of his great General Krell. It looks fantastic!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 23, 2014, 02:52:02 PM
Wow on the esb stuff, Shawn. They sure are putting out a lot for you here lately.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 24, 2014, 05:32:58 AM
Wow on the esb stuff, Shawn. They sure are putting out a lot for you here lately.

Yeah, I hear you. Its gonna get more expensive in October when that GG Wampa comes out. I still haven't ordered the SS Hoth Hans and Luke or the Taun Taun yet either. Its just too expensive.

I had to have that AT-AT Driver Jumbo and that Probe Droid though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: jkno on August 24, 2014, 06:54:32 AM
So how do you feel about the SSC Probe Droid?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 24, 2014, 07:01:31 AM
So how do you feel about the SSC Probe Droid?

Well I haven't put it all together yet, but the detail is incredible. SSC makes some expensive stuff, but daggone you can't fault their detail and quality!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: jkno on August 24, 2014, 07:05:09 AM
I'm only wondering why did Sideshow Collectibles do the pole holding the Probot black. Then I heard it was part of the licensing agreement with Lucasfilm  ::)  I imagine it happened something like this:

LFL: Ok SSC, you can do the Probe Droid in 1:6 scale
SSC: Yipeeee!
LFL: One more thing... the pole it stands on has to be black
SSC: But.. why? Why not clear?
LFL: Because it has to be black
SSC, Ok we understand you want it black, but what is the reason behind this choice of colors?
LFL: Because it has to be black
SSC: But...
LFL: Black or GTFU!


Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 24, 2014, 07:07:13 AM
Yeah, on that note I do agree, but you already know some folks who are gonna just mold that part and then cast it in clear resin. I do think you have nabbed the right culprit though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: jkno on August 24, 2014, 07:10:25 AM
There is a friend of mine that will make these in clear acrylic. But still a weird choice of color. Cannot wait for mine though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 24, 2014, 05:54:33 PM
Well maybe I can get one of those too! Makes more sense than the black stand, thats for sure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on September 02, 2014, 11:04:44 AM
Found the Walgreens Boba today! Also picked up Vader and Chewie. Vader isn't too bad, just need to paint his eyes. Chewie is awesome but he is always in Wookie rage mode! Lol
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on September 02, 2014, 05:00:49 PM
Nice score! I checked a walgreens in the way home today but they had nada
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on September 02, 2014, 06:34:06 PM
Nice score! I checked a walgreens in the way home today but they had nada
Keep checking! I was going in there every day and saw other older dudes in there scoping out the toy aisle and I was like " man, I'm never gonna get Boba". Then this morning it was all quiet in there and well well look at what we have here!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 03, 2014, 02:20:20 AM
Great score Tom, time to go make you famous. You drew first blood on that one!

I wonder when my order through their website will come?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on September 03, 2014, 11:41:03 AM
One more thing, just in case you guys were wondering Walgreens is charging $19.99 for their 6" figures.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on September 04, 2014, 02:52:18 PM
No dice on the second walgreens I checked.
Got my SDCC jabba from hts today.
Had to pick it up from FedEx one town over.
"Thanks for that, hasbro"
It sure is pretty though.
" Shawn wouldn't know what to think if I left it in its box"
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 05, 2014, 02:35:28 AM
LOL. Good one Clint!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on September 05, 2014, 12:08:18 PM
Received my five 6" STs from Dorksidetoys today. Another flawless transaction. However, Hasbro's lack of QC reared its ugly head again. And I'm not talking about a paint issue here. It's not a missing foot either, but observe closely:

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-OFwjuvLrj-s/VAn6Xxf0MWI/AAAAAAAAIv4/SEK4S7jMMgE/s0-Ut/20140905_154736.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 06, 2014, 05:30:39 AM
Geesh! I have got to take that to the front page Remco. Now what are you gonna do with it? I would think trying to talk to Hasbro might be worth a try, but their idea would be to send you a replacement which probably wouldn't be another Storm Trooper (maybe a Greedo or a Han or another six inch pegwarmer).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: darthcrassus on September 06, 2014, 05:49:34 AM
Geesh! I have got to take that to the front page Remco. Now what are you gonna do with it? I would think trying to talk to Hasbro might be worth a try, but their idea would be to send you a replacement which probably wouldn't be another Storm Trooper (maybe a Greedo or a Han or another six inch pegwarmer).

Better off contacting the seller directly. They'll probably replace it or give you a refund. I had a similar issue with a 6'' Bespin Luke hand and BBTS took care of it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on September 06, 2014, 05:52:50 AM
Yeah, already contacted DST, who were quick to respond. Since I live in the Netherlands, I'm not sure if contacting Hasbro will help.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 06, 2014, 06:00:31 AM
Well there is no doubt Dorkside would take care of it and will be easier to deal with, but this is definitely a Hasbro Quality Control Issue.

I read a story this week about a horrible replacement they did for another person with a similar issue this week.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: John Caliber on September 06, 2014, 06:30:57 AM
Wowee, that's bad  :o
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JetpackBlues on September 06, 2014, 07:18:06 AM
 That's a lot worse than Hope Summers. Ha
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on September 06, 2014, 10:19:02 AM
Yeah, a warped leg is one thing.... ;)

Hey, huge shout out to Teri from Dorksidetoys.com. She took care of this in a matter of hours! That's service with a capital S, because I could've been told to just contact Hasbro, since it's not DST's fault. But no, DST truly is a store for collectors. Awesome.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on September 08, 2014, 10:35:42 AM
Picked up a black pauldron 6" Sandtrooper yesterday at Walgreens. It was all they had. I'm still hunting for Jedi Luke.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 09, 2014, 02:43:52 AM
Picked up a black pauldron 6" Sandtrooper yesterday at Walgreens. It was all they had. I'm still hunting for Jedi Luke.

You must have a good Walgreens. I am hearing horror stories about folks trying to find these. Looks like Walgreens is the current favorite place to go though. I might try to find one on a shopping trip this weekend.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 09, 2014, 06:35:45 PM
Check out the front page for my latest goody and a review to boot!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on September 11, 2014, 05:30:01 AM
Found an at-dp at my tru yesterday.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on September 11, 2014, 08:13:03 AM
Just scored a proto fett and black pauldron sandy at walgreens
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on September 11, 2014, 11:57:58 AM
Received two more 6" Stormtroopers today. Bought them off eBay for a fair price. Unfortunately, full value was declared on the customs form, resulting in $30 import fees. Oh well, still cool enough to have them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on September 11, 2014, 03:23:45 PM
Hey Remco, if they mark it as "gift" on the customs form, would any duties be owed then?

Got a snowtrooper commander at a target. I had a b Shan in my hand but the paint apps on or around her lips were so bad that I changed my mind and let it go.

Popped into a Disney outlet store and picked up a plageuis and seen a six inch stormie for $15. They had all of their six inchers on sale.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 12, 2014, 02:02:49 AM
Wow, Clint you are on fire. I got your AT-DP pick. I need to get it posted with your AT-DP announcement you lucky dog!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on September 12, 2014, 02:36:19 AM
Hey Remco, if they mark it as "gift" on the customs form, would any duties be owed then?

Yep, this one was marked as a gift, but the total value was $45. So in the end I got two Stormtroopers for 26 euros each. The 6" figures are available here, but cost 32 euros ($43) each. Go figure :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 12, 2014, 02:39:24 AM
I am so glad I am not an international collector. Is there any way for us to ship these to you as a gift without paying such nonsense fees?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on September 12, 2014, 04:15:28 AM
Yes, just declare a value of $25 or less. Import free values vary from country to country.  Some sellers state they won't do that because it's a federal crime,  so they say. I don't know if that's true,  though. Then again, packages are scanned not opened and if there's nothing suspicious found it's all good. I think it doesn't work if a seller prints an address label with eBay or PayPal,  where the actual value of the purchase is mentioned on the label.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on September 12, 2014, 04:58:13 AM
As you go to print the label, you are allowed to see and alter the value, addy, mark as gift, etc prior to printing. If a seller so wished, he could make the value whatever he wanted and kill the customers duty fees.
My Po doesn't care how I mark em. I am always aware of high import duty fees that my customers are or would be charged.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 16, 2014, 04:25:48 PM
Got him! Newest purchase. Got it off ebay for $9.95 free shipping. I'm going to use him and Wes Janson in my custom Sowspeeder with the red/orange paint job.

(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/redsoxfan25/Star%20Wars/Figures/sswa.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 17, 2014, 02:00:10 AM
Great price for that new figure. I actually received that one and the new 26 Vader in a mystery box from Beyond Mortality Toys this past week. I like this new pilot Wedge, but am not sure that new Vader is better than the VC93 one we got (think that was the right number).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 20, 2014, 02:05:36 PM
Well I just went to Ollies and foud their vehicle two packs. One pack for me, one pack for my daughter and all the other ships go for our BDay Custom Challenge prizes! I picked up these packs:

Snowspeeder/Cloud Car
V-19/Droid Gunship
Vulture Droid/Xanadu Blood

They also had two packs with the TCW Canons, but they were smashed pretty good and the Obi-Wan JSF I just couldn't force myself to pick up again.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on September 21, 2014, 04:40:56 PM
got a dak at tru and a white boba at a walgreens this weekend. only the second white fett I have ever seen in the wild.
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3836/15128367937_d0e3184b3f.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 22, 2014, 04:38:17 PM
Added Disney XD to my dish package, does that count as a SW Purchase? ;D
Title: Bragging rights?
Post by: krztfr on October 02, 2014, 10:06:21 PM
I think Wal-mart is my favorite store right now. Not only was I surprised to find two stormtroopers on the pegs but was going to buy one...thats until it rang up at $6 at the register. So the wife said go get the other one! Well I go back and grab it then instead of going back I decided to look down the aisle and thats when I seen a Boba and 3 more stormys and went back to the register and left with 6 6inchers for less than $40.

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3934/15238289969_4af0050e39.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pdydHp)20141002_221748 (https://flic.kr/p/pdydHp) by krztfr242006 (https://www.flickr.com/people/99701268@N04/), on Flickr

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3935/15402009956_d54e105117.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pt2jXN)20141002_222007 (https://flic.kr/p/pt2jXN) by krztfr242006 (https://www.flickr.com/people/99701268@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 03, 2014, 02:38:33 AM
Woah! Daggone outstanding. Time for all of us to drop what we are doing and head to Wal-mart. Thanks for sharing and time to go spread the word about this one KRZTFR. Thanks for the note and the pics and the receipt pic to prove it!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: hemble on October 03, 2014, 03:11:59 AM
Awesome pick up mate, I wish we had a Wal-Mart here and could get them that cheap.

Ron
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 03, 2014, 03:19:34 AM
Nice score. I haven't seen any six inchers at Walmart yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 04, 2014, 06:11:09 AM
Nice score. I haven't seen any six inchers at Walmart yet.

I have seen em and seen Stormies at each one. Waiting to see if a Clonetrooper pops us.

I just got in my wave of six inchers from Dorkside. The flat helmet Vader, Chewie (who looks great), Jedi Luke (looks good), and black pauldron Sandtrooper (also looks great). And they sent a box of cosmic cupcakes that I bit into (pics on the front page and Facebook if interested). I really like Dorkside folks.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on October 16, 2014, 07:48:11 AM
Finally found the 6" Stormtrooper at Wal-Mart.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/1794817_10152586663690528_9051743036616487559_n.jpg?oh=279215394290943c960bd6f50ad35186&oe=54F066E1&__gda__=1424773809_aafa173d7d0cb2103ec4735aa98b93e7)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 16, 2014, 04:04:54 PM
I just got in my Prototype Fetts from Walgreens.com. They came in great shape!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: RedLeaderOne (00fire501) on November 11, 2014, 12:22:59 AM
Finally found these 6 inch Black series figures in my local store the other day.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 11, 2014, 04:46:44 AM
Great six inch scores. I just got in a really rad custom Chopper from the Mad Jawa. Its just great.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 15, 2014, 05:13:39 AM
Well this isn't a purchase per se, but Hasbro just sent me a sampling of some of the new REBELS Items.

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/CTtamer001/hasbro1_zps95047098.png)

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/CTtamer001/hasbro2_zps76ce01e2.png)

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/CTtamer001/hasbro3_zps567b8263.png)

I have the 12 inchers in my daughter's hands right now and am gonna see what she thinks about their play-ability. What decent sculpts that would be so much better with elbows and knees!

The poster that you see is a timeline that showcases Star Wars Toys from the Prequels to the Original Trilogy with REBELS right in the middle. I will try to include a better graphic on that one later. Its pretty cool though. Thanks Hasbro!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 30, 2014, 07:03:53 AM
Nice one, Shawn.
All the shopping I did since Thursday and the only thing I found on the shelves was a dark malgus at a tru.
I did make an order with hts though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 05, 2014, 04:04:00 AM
I am so out of the loop I can't even remember what I have on order and what I need to get. I know I want that Target Exclusive AT-DP with Driver. Has anyone seen that one yet? I know the Inquisitor Exclusive was spotted, but not sure about that one. Anyone collecting REBELS?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 05, 2014, 04:10:50 AM
Didn't hear about that one. Seen a zeb and stormie pack in a Walmart yesterday.
I have only seen the rebels vehicles in Disney stores lately.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on December 25, 2014, 09:44:46 AM
Just wanted to share some Christmas goodness!
(http://i1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee474/CloneSniper78/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps583274b5.jpg) (http://s1229.photobucket.com/user/CloneSniper78/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps583274b5.jpg.html)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 26, 2014, 07:15:11 AM
Nice to see some new SW stuff. I did pick up the new Luke in the new black series packaging. Liked the one on the vintage card better I think.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 06, 2015, 01:54:53 PM
Found a clone trooper Sargent at Walgreens today.
He rang up $15.99
Next time, I'll check the shelf tag to see if he was on sale or not.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 07, 2015, 04:23:49 AM
I still need to get my Yoda from this new six inch release. Great deal Clint.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 08, 2015, 05:15:00 PM
Got my six inch tie pilot in the mail today
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 09, 2015, 03:31:52 AM
I might have to pick one of those up. I need to get the Yoda too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Michiico on January 10, 2015, 07:35:15 AM
I bought the clone trooper sergeant and the 41st elite corps clone trooper repaint of the black series today in a store near me in Belgium. Originally I went there to hope to find darth malgus and starkiller of the new black series wave, but I think I will never see them here in stores unfortunately  :( nevertheless I am happy that I found thes two guys.  :)
But isn't darth plagueis supposed to be quite a rare figure to find? Because I have seen him a lot, I think it's even the figure I have seen the most. (there are not that many star wars figures in Belgium stores)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 10, 2015, 08:08:32 AM
Yepper, Plageuis is a rare find. I never saw him on the pegs over here although I find myself saying that a lot nowadays about basic figures.

I did get in my order of Walgreens Proto Fetts yesterday and they were minty fresh. Gonna use at least one as a prize for this new six inch contest.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: TakeshiInhaba on January 11, 2015, 06:15:42 PM
This is what i got from my gf for christmas. :)

(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d87/MuffinAufKoks/DSC_0081_zps89fddeed.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 12, 2015, 04:00:41 AM
Nice I really like the look of Proto Fett!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: nickeltcd on January 20, 2015, 08:03:21 PM
Now that is the Boba Fett of X-mas presents.
My wife thought he had scored me a great gift of a vintage Boba, but it was a new model on a vintage card. What love she gives to me.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 21, 2015, 03:39:22 AM
Anyone find any REBELS stuff like the Target Exclusive AT-DP?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: TSHobbies on January 29, 2015, 12:38:19 PM
the Mrs found me the new Yoda and Tie Pilot at Walgreens last night...finally! Now Im ready to start pilot squadron hording..  smtie
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 30, 2015, 03:41:50 PM
Read that and had to see for myself.
They only had one of the tie pilot and yoda but probably had a good 4-5 each of the clone sgt. And Obie.

Missed out on all of those pilots"sob"

Had ordered two bobas From the walgreens site just the other day and they showed up today as well.

It's like feeling elated at the score and wondering if I spent too much at the same time.
Nice to be collecting again.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 01, 2015, 03:51:07 AM
I so need to find some things. Guess I will put in an order at dorkside. I just don't have anything close that has new stuff. Has anyone seen that target at-dp yet?

Good stuff Clint.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: huttman on February 22, 2015, 03:55:08 PM
Being somewhat new here, I think this is the forum to shout out where you find stuff, right? Well, Walgreens is a continued goldmine for me and I even finally found Jabba's Skiff Guard, Brock Starsher, just the other day (that so made me feel like a kid again!). I also would like to mention if you have a Fry's Marketplace Grocery Store in your area, they have the new Saga/Rebels wave with the Jedi Guard and also their Black Series 4" on sale for 5.89 and 7.99 respectfully. Now it was mostly Yodas and Dagobah Lukes for black series, but those prices are stellar and over the past months I have found almost the entire Rebels single carded line at this one store. Sadly, no Chopper, but I will find him. Now mind you, regular Fry's Grocery Stores do not have an extensive toy section so look for a Marketplace. Good hunting!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 23, 2015, 03:18:15 AM
I can't even remember the last time I found a figure on the pegs. Glad to hear something is in the stores though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 07, 2015, 02:07:11 PM
Just got in the newest wave of Saga Legends that has the AT-DP and AT-AT Driver. How much cooler these would have been with more movement. I still like em though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 10, 2015, 01:48:55 PM
Picked up a black Pauldron sandy at walgreens
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 11, 2015, 02:52:58 AM
Nice Clint. Got in an AT-RT shipped from HasbroToyShop using the family2015 deal. It showed up in good shape.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: TSHobbies on March 13, 2015, 07:23:00 AM
Just scored the case pack with Bossk and Han Stormtrooper from HTS , also got 15% off and free shipping with code FAMILY2015
http://www.hasbrotoyshop.com/star-wars-the-black-series-4-pack?BR=495&ID=34456
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: TSHobbies on March 13, 2015, 10:48:45 AM
heres another good score..get em before theyre gone ...6" STs for $10 w/free shipping...sold bt HTS on ebay
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Star-Wars-The-Black-Series-Stormtrooper-Figure-/321573499969?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4adf463441
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 13, 2015, 11:50:46 AM
Got in on both of those. Thanks for the heads up!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: TSHobbies on March 13, 2015, 12:42:35 PM
no problem..ordered 10 of the STs and then later tried to order 2 more but it wouldnt let me..so had to log into my wifes account ,then it let me..so a dozen Stormies will do I think.. ()rr
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 13, 2015, 12:50:54 PM
no problem..ordered 10 of the STs and then later tried to order 2 more but it wouldnt let me..so had to log into my wifes account ,then it let me..so a dozen Stormies will do I think.. ()rr
you are going to need a big shuttle bay to house all those stormies in ranks
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 14, 2015, 06:44:28 AM
Daggone I missed it! I am so bummed!

Thanks for the heads up though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: TSHobbies on March 14, 2015, 10:14:49 AM
no problem..ordered 10 of the STs and then later tried to order 2 more but it wouldnt let me..so had to log into my wifes account ,then it let me..so a dozen Stormies will do I think.. ()rr
you are going to need a big shuttle bay to house all those stormies in ranks

lol well, I'll admit..7 more for me..5 more to sell later on  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 15, 2015, 06:00:39 AM
I even read they did that with six inch Boba Fetts too. I am really depressed I missed out on this!

Oh, I did put in another order for four more of the new AT-AT Drivers from the Toyshop with the Family2015 discount.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: TSHobbies on March 15, 2015, 07:27:36 AM
yup, I missed out on the Fett too..what really makes me mad is I just ordered a Fett from them last week, then I saw their listing..a little too late
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 16, 2015, 02:22:12 AM
At least you got in on the Stormies. I sometimes wonder if Hasbro's eBay store is their answer to Tunghori. Or how they are clearing out the boxes in their warehouses that never make it into the stores.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 20, 2015, 02:28:30 PM
Got my hts order today. Have a larger pic to post but had to show you these.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 21, 2015, 06:43:27 AM
You must have got the four pack. I keep hoping they will list them singly.

By the way folks I just saw they had the ITT on the Toy Shop. The Family2015 code doesn't work anymore, but Spring15 does.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 21, 2015, 07:37:11 PM
Yep, here is the whole case with the 2 $10 stormies shipped separately via their eBay store.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 22, 2015, 07:25:59 AM
I sure do envy those folks who found those ten dollar stormies. Nice haul Clint!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 04, 2015, 07:06:07 PM
Picked up one of the many variants of Luke's Red 5 X-wing from the Titanium series line, as well as Wedge's Red 2 X-wing. Also got Wedge from the comic pack with Borsk Fey'lya.  Borsk came with Wedge as well, and picked up an extra Biggs pilot body figure (Black Series). Used Borsk's head and Biggs' body for a custom I just posted.

Also picked up some Star Wars figure stands. They're just the basic gray stands that say "Star Wars" on them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 05, 2015, 04:15:09 AM
I am happy to report that I got in a couple of six inch Bossks (awesome awesome figure) and my wife found the REBELS AT-DP Pilots and Jedi Temple Guard at Wal Mart!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 06, 2015, 09:05:33 PM
Well look at what I found! I stopped by The Toy Vault in the mall near where I live, I saw the Vintage Collection Snowspeeder (2010) on the shelf for $40 so I nabbed it. That is the lowest I've seen it since it was released. For what its going for on ebay, I thought it was a good price. It's complete and still sealed in the box.

I'll probably customize this Snowspeeder with the red/orange markings again. I can use it as Hobbie's Rogue 4 Snowspeeder. After that I'll have Snowspeeders for Rogues 1-4, as the Snowspeeders will have their respected pilots and gunners. Well, except for Zev.. Zev just has another version of himself in the back lol.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 08, 2015, 02:55:46 AM
Great find. I was able to nab another along with a Bespin Cloud Car with the Ollie Two Pack Deals they were doing this past Christmas time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 17, 2015, 07:04:12 PM
I managed to nab a B-wing off ebay for $45 with free shipping. This came loose and complete. This is the newest one, from the Vintage Collection. Very impressed with this ship. I'm not really a big fan of B-wings. I don't hate them but I'm not into them like I am with X-wings. I didn't have one in my collection, and somehow never realized they released this one. As soon as I got it I placed my Keyan Farlander figure inside, also from the Vintage Collection. Not bad for $45.

At The Toy Vault they had one but for $120 and not complete. I go on ebay and ended up finding this deal. More then 5 people were watching it so I'm surprised it wasn't bought by anyone. Overall I'm happy with the purchase, and I'm glad I waited on this version of the B-wing.

This was from California, and I live on the East Coast. I bought this on the 14th, and it came in today (the 17th). Very impressed with how fast it arrived, I expected it tomorrow or the latest, Monday.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CandyBlues on April 21, 2015, 07:51:28 PM
I hit a walgreens passing through a small town and found myself five 6" Prototype Fett's, and black series starkiller.
Only grabbed a fett for my collection. If anyone is interested, its not to far away.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 22, 2015, 02:44:20 AM
Wow, great find Candy Blues. And a nice offer too!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 29, 2015, 08:23:34 AM
Hasbro is offering up a ton of stuff on their eBay Store. I just got some more Malguses and some six inch Clone Troopers!

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=9690.msg183963#msg183963
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 03, 2015, 06:42:37 AM
My Florida shopping run was pretty uneventful. My guess is the big dry spell before summer toys hit.
Found the biker scout at $24 clearance target
The titaniums were $15 at tj maxx
The black cat was a new premium $12 at Target "I wanted her head"
I kind of expect them to try that new price point with any new black series 3 3/4 figures coming out, at least when the FOrce Awakens stuff hits.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 03, 2015, 07:50:34 AM
Some good deals there Clint.

Folks, make sure you look at the front page as I am putting up any of the deals I find for Star Wars May the Fourth.

I just put up something on Toys R Us that some of you might want to click into or go to your stores today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 15, 2015, 04:09:36 PM
HUGE thanks to wraithnine (Jay) for sending me a nice lot of rebel pilots for customizing. There's 2 that I didn't have in my collection so that takes care of that. Thanks again Jay.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 22, 2015, 04:43:30 PM
I bought the Action Fleet A-wing off a collecting group on facebook for $12.00. It's the green A-wing but without the squadron emblems. I already own one but this was still in the box and cheap. I honestly think this is more rare then the E-wing or TIE Defender. I see those pop up here and there, while the A-wing I have never seen on ebay. I have only seen it twice since I started my collection back up in 2006: on a Canadian site where I got it for around $15, then the other day on the facebook group.

Also got the new Gold Leader Jon "Dutch" Vander figure from The Black Series. Good figure, its a nice upgrade over the Saga Gold Leader figure. Also they use a basic, light orange color and not the recent neon orange they've been using (Black Series Biggs).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 23, 2015, 07:33:51 AM
I so need to get back into Action Fleet a bit. Still looking for that 3 button AT-AT.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 23, 2015, 08:45:19 AM
Unfortunately they seem to be getting more expensive on ebay. I'm so glad I started my collection back up when I did.

I bit the bullet for that 3 button AT-AT and spent $50 on it. That was the lowest I've seen it at, I said the hell with it and got it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 26, 2015, 02:04:41 PM
I picked up a few Star Wars Hot Wheels at Target today. I got the Millennium Falcon, Snowspeeder, Y-wing and Slave I. They are about the same size as the Titanium/Die Cast series, and are also made of metal but just a bit lighter.

A few gripes I have:
- No real detail or weathering. The ships are a basic color, then maybe two or three colors painted on.
- Lack of moveable features. The only moveable feature on the four I bought is the sensor dish on the Falcon. The Snowspeeder is also missing the harpoon gun.
- The stands are kind of goofy. They're designed to put your finger in. I would have preferred a stand similar to the Titanium/Die Cast vehicles.
- So far.. where's the X-wing, or even a TIE Fighter for that matter? Weird.

I don't mind them really - for now, although that could change. I'm a bit on the fence with them. I wish they had an X-wing though, that's a bit odd.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 27, 2015, 02:38:17 AM
I am on the fence about these hot wheels ships too. I was hoping for more detail. Hm....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on June 04, 2015, 08:46:41 AM
I bought the Mon Calamari A-wing pilot off ebay the other day, it came in today. Now the only pilot I'm missing is Lt. Pollard, but I'm in no rush to get him.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on June 05, 2015, 03:38:26 PM
I just got R2-Q2! Well sort of. Someone on Rebelscum told me to look on ebay for the new Build-A-Droids being released by Disney. They aren't named so you have to scroll a bit until you find the one you're looking for. It's basically R2-Q2, it has the same paint job. These droids are also missing the wires on the feet. They also have a droid who is basically R5-K6 (Red Leader's droid).

Guys, if you missed out on those droids, head over to ebay. This cost me about 20 bucks but it beats what the originals are going for which is $50-60+ on ebay. If you don't care about having the originals, this is a fine replacement.

My Biggs X-wing is also complete, yes!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 06, 2015, 05:43:52 AM
Looks great. Time to send you a pm on that one.

Nothing new SW for me this week, but I did pick up some AFs for my daughter.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 07, 2015, 03:39:51 AM
Folks for those who want to see where GL1 found his droids:

eBay Link for Build-A-Droids (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?ff3=4&pub=5575055288&toolid=10001&campid=5337377665&customid=&mpre=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_from%3DR40%26_sacat%3D0%26_nkw%3Dstar%2Bwars%2Bbuild%2Ba%2Bdroid%2Bdisney%26_sop%3D1)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on June 07, 2015, 03:28:29 PM
I scores a new Dutch Vander a few weekends ago! Seems like the common theme lately is rebel pilots!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on June 08, 2015, 11:03:48 AM
After work today I took a ride and got another Vintage Collection Wedge Antilles from ROTJ and Plourr Ilo, both for custom purposes. Also picked up the Shadows of the Empire Swoop vehicle from the Power of the Force line. I am reconsidering buying the SOTE toy line, as its a very small sub-line in the series and SOTE is my favorite novel. The Swoop was only 8 bucks, boxed.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CandyBlues on June 12, 2015, 10:51:41 AM
Got these Two yesterday for the walmart price of the 3-3/4 figure because there were on the wrong pegs.
And if they didn't honor that discount i wouldent have purchased them because their boxes are smashed to heck.
So if youre ever in walmart and they have them on the wrong pegs, its worth a shot to get your 6" for less.
(http://i725.photobucket.com/albums/ww252/candycoloredblues/DSC_1344.jpg)[/URL]
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 12, 2015, 03:49:07 PM
Wow, great to see that six inch Emperor even if its in a crushed box. I hope that one turns out to be ok.

I managed to pick up the new Black Series 3 and 3/4 Wave that included the new Clone Commanders, Vader, and Chewbacca.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on June 22, 2015, 12:37:35 PM
Picked up the Titanium Millennium Falcon (battle damaged) and TIE Bomber off ebay, and they came in today. I'm really impressed with the size of the TIE Bomber. I always thought the Bomber was on the small side, but was pleasantly surprised when I got it in the mail today.

The only gripe I have is on the back of the Bomber, the little engine pieces in the middle of both circles aren't painted. I'm not complaining or anything, I just expected them to be painted red, just like on the Action Fleet Bomber. Maybe I'll get another at some point and do it myself lol. Overall I like it, don't know why I didn't pick it up sooner.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 27, 2015, 06:45:53 AM
I got in my 6 inch Emperor and IG-88 this past week and I like the look of em. It is pretty cool to get new figures.

I also see I have some new 3 and 3/4" coming this week.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on June 29, 2015, 02:17:06 PM
I finally gave in and bought one of the Disney Store Die-Cast Vehicles. My Snowspeeder came in today and I'm really impressed with it. It's got a nice weight to it, good detail and weathering. No warping on the laser cannons. The only gripe I have is the harpoon gun is very loose, and there's no movable air brakes. Also, the Snowspeeder's paint job was given a used look with the red paint, but they're just dots lol.

For anyone wondering, it's just a bit smaller then the Ultra Titanium Snowspeeder, and the same size as an Action Fleet Snowspeeder. You can fit AF figures inside, but the cockpit has tons of room so the figure will definitely bounce around and not sit properly. It's definitely a nice display piece and I look forward to getting the others. I wanted an X-wing first as its my favorite ship but I'm looking to to find one where the laser cannons aren't warped.

Tamer I think this is something you would really enjoy.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: TakeshiInhaba on June 29, 2015, 04:50:46 PM
I finally found the BS Imp. Navy Commander and Cmd. Wolffe, had been a dry dry desert with the BS figures the past few month.  :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 30, 2015, 03:46:40 AM
I have been on the fence about these Disney Ships. I might just have to to bite the bullet and try em. Its not like Hasbro is giving us any decent vehicles lately!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 06, 2015, 09:26:53 PM
A few more pickups:

- Titanium Y-wing (Red, battle damage)
- Luke's Snowspeeder/Millennium Falcon/AT-AT 3-pack for $3.75. This was a great score because I'm missing the AT-AT and this version of the Snowspeeder, and the Falcon I have is beat up.
- Micro Machines Rebel Transport. I don't collect Micro Machines, and while this item isn't officially labeled as "Action Fleet" I think it'll look great with my rebel crafts (next to the Blockade Runner in particular). I took a picture to show the size comparison.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 07, 2015, 10:41:50 AM
Nice, I just picked up another six inch Hoth Han and Taun Taun, Hoth Luke and Wampa, and the REBELS Imperial Troop Transport. Daggone nice sale Dorkside has going on!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 19, 2015, 09:25:53 AM
Despite the loss of my PC and TV, I've managed to pickup some Star Wars items.

- Disney Store Titanium Vehicles. I bought the Y-wing, TIE Fighter, Vader's TIE and Slave I. They had a deal where the ships were $7 each if you purchased 2 or more, so I went ahead and bought all 4. They also had a promo for 2 days for free shipping if you used the promo code FREESHIP. My total came to $28. I worked on the 4th so at my job if you work on a holiday, part timers get a $25 gift card. The gift card and the remaining balance on my paypal account from selling something recently took care of my order.  Unfortunately I had to call the Disney Store as Vader's TIE was damaged, the wings were broken off. They were cool about it and sent a replacement at no charge. They said I could keep the broken one.

- Titanium Imperial Shuttle, Death Star (finally!) and Luke's Red Five X-wing (moveable wings). Now I have all the X-wings with the moveable wings, which are Reds 1-5 (Red 6 was never made unfortunately). Also got the Action Fleet Falcon for $17.  I always see it go for well above $20 on ebay. It's missing the missile but came with the correct Han & Chewie figures. I want to do some custom with it, just not sure what yet.

- Most importantly, finally got the OT on blu-ray.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on July 19, 2015, 12:23:18 PM
Those are pretty neat. They're reascent molds? Its been a while since I've seen these. They look good, the TIE fighter and Y-wing are my faves, but the Falcon just needs darkening. The Blue Ray movies are great, but you know how I feel about that. Lol. Cool purchases.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 19, 2015, 12:46:12 PM
Those are pretty neat. They're reascent molds? Its been a while since I've seen these. They look good, the TIE fighter and Y-wing are my faves, but the Falcon just needs darkening. The Blue Ray movies are great, but you know how I feel about that. Lol. Cool purchases.

Thanks. The Disney Store Titaniums are fairly new, either late last year or early this year. They are about the size of the Action Fleet ships, give or take. I bought the Snowspeeder not too long ago, I love it. That one is the same size of the Action Fleet Snowspeeder.

I agree, the Action Fleet Falcon should be a bit darker. Then there's the Saga Action Fleet Falcon which I think is too dark lol.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on July 19, 2015, 01:57:49 PM
Yeah the Snowspeeder is really nice. That's good Disney was cool about exchanging the Vader TIE. I might check out the online store since they don't have a store around here for miles. Have you ever considered the Bandai kits? They're really great and easy to assemble. They're also all the same scale 1/72 TIE, Vader TIE,  X Wing and 7/25/15 the Y Wing will be available. They're a little pricey $25 or so but worth it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 20, 2015, 05:22:32 AM
I need to pick up a few of those Disney Ships. At least the AT-AT. I am leery of ordering through disneystore.com as some of my packages have come through horribly. I might be able to hit a disney store here in a few weeks if things work out with the missus though.

Back to this topic, I did pick up some great discounted items due to the sale dorkside has on currently. So I have an opener ITT, Wampa, and Taun Taun (six inch versions). Of course when Dorkside says not mint it practically is.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 20, 2015, 09:45:32 AM
Good score Tamer. I should check out dorkside more often.

As for the Bandai Kits I never really got into those. I do think they're cool but not really up my alley. Plus they are a bit expensive as well.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on July 20, 2015, 10:24:28 AM
I talked myself into getting a couple Bandai Kits. I bought the TIE Fighter and Advanced TIE Fighter. Both for $22.00 each+ free shipping on Amazon. I'd rather buy Bandai stuff on Amazon but eBay is good too. They ship from Japan so it'll take a few weeks probably. I'm thinking of kitbashing them to make a TIE Interceptor. We'll see though. Just couldn't pass it up. They are great kits. Same quality as Fine Molds but a little cheaper.  I believe that Fine Molds lost their licencing for star wars and was bought by Bandai. And Fine Molds got their measurements from the original ILM models. It's possible I'm wrong none the less, Bandai has some very finely detailed models. I'm sure I'll post pics and a basic review.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 20, 2015, 10:44:22 AM
I may look into those down the line. I'm still finishing up my Titanium collection, as well as getting the 18 Action Fleet Battle packs (cries).  However I did just pick up a TIE Droid resin kit on ebay from scale solutions. He is located in Australia though, but it only took a week and a half to get here. It's unpainted, and I'm prepping it as we speak. It's the TIE Droid seen in Rogue Squadron and Dark Empire.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on July 20, 2015, 01:43:49 PM
Sweet! I gotta see that TIE Droid when your finished. Resin kits are fantastic and high dollar, I personally haven't bought one yet, but meybe I'll bite the bullet for one or two down the road.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 20, 2015, 02:04:28 PM
This is my first time doing a resin kit and it was a bit expensive, so I'm being extra careful. Ever since playing Rogue Squadron I always wanted an Action Fleet ship of this. It's in scale with the other TIEs (1/72) so this is close enough. An awesome piece.

Here's a sneak peak.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on July 20, 2015, 02:07:29 PM
That's some great looking detail. Pretty awesome. I do like the EU fighter variants they came up with some cool designs. If I get better at modeling I'd love to get the resin star destroyer. Or blockade runner. That's wishful thinking. Man, that does look cool. Now I want one. On eBay.au I found the star bomber that looks cool. Au$50. Not sure the conversion but I may pull the trigger on that.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on July 23, 2015, 03:39:44 AM
Got these sixers in the mail yesterday by way of the Bay.
Think all I'm lacking is the stormie Luke and the wampa set to complete my collection.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 23, 2015, 05:00:54 AM
I still need to get me that six inch TIE Pilot. Looking good though Clint.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on July 24, 2015, 07:26:24 PM
Found this at TJMaxx
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on July 25, 2015, 05:08:01 AM
That is almost disturbing news. Tj maxx, already?
This has been one of the go-to places for hasbro to ditch stuff that they couldn't distribute properly lately.
Wonder what other rebels stuff is being sent to discount distributers?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 25, 2015, 06:29:56 AM
Wow, good score Tom. I am gonna have to get down there to see if my closest store has any of these. I agree with Clint, seems a bit too soon. Makes you wonder if that AT-DP is gonna show up there too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on July 29, 2015, 07:36:54 PM
They had the Rebels Tie Fighter too but I could only get one thing. I'll try to post some pics of this thing full of Stormies.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on July 30, 2015, 02:53:26 AM
I seen my tj maxx had the transport as well. That and rebels command stuff
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 30, 2015, 05:02:52 AM
I seen my tj maxx had the transport as well. That and rebels command stuff

You mean the AT-DP?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on July 30, 2015, 03:15:00 PM
No shawn, I would have hoarded those.
The little rebels themed command sets were also there.
There were more than one type but I didn't take pics. Price was still to high for me to bite

Looking at the pics on the transport box left me disinterested. Almost looked cheaper than the at-dp
I left the two of them on the shelf
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on July 30, 2015, 09:12:31 PM
Saw these at ToysRUs. Picked up the Shipwreck and C.C. Two pack.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on July 31, 2015, 02:19:07 AM
Nice. Heard my store had the silent strike pack in.
Nice price on the two packs. Wish they wouldn't have short packed the gung ho one.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 31, 2015, 01:16:43 PM
Nice, doing some traveling today and saw some of the Disney Diecast Ships at $7.99! Of course they didn't have the AT-AT! ::)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 01, 2015, 08:49:47 AM
Got my HTS package today!

These 2 figures mark the end of my SW collecting.

There are about 10 "holes" in my collection that I eventually want to fill, but no more new releases for me.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 01, 2015, 10:08:30 AM
Bought another Gold 4 Y-wing as I messed up on my custom Bothan Blue Squadron Y-wing. All that was left was spraying it with a clear coating spray to prevent it from chipping and I guess I got too close, resulting in some white streaking. I'm on vacation this week so I'll have more time to redo it. I can't believe I messed up on the last (and simplest) step.  >:(

Maybe what happened was good, I now feel like I made the blue bands on the engines a bit too thick. Also gives me the opportunity to fix the R5 unit's head and make it fully functional.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 02, 2015, 06:07:37 AM
Dan, thats it? Even if they make some great more denizens, etc.? I can sure see how this new movie would  be a great place to sever the line though. Still, they will be making OTC Figures down the road perhaps even in the 3.75" scale.

Dave, I am so jonesing for ships. I think you got me hooked on wanting that Disney die-cast line although my favorite line is AF and then MM then Titanium and then these. I think they look pretty good for the price though. I am gonna pick up the few that I want at 8 bucks today.

I am also on the hunt for that Target AT-DP Exclusive I hear is out now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 02, 2015, 07:43:29 AM
Yeah for under $10 the Disney Titaniums are a good score. My favorite one so far is the Snowspeeder, its the exact same size as an AF Snowspeeder.

It amazes me how many people have messaged me on youtube saying I got them into AF. I never thought my reviews would have that kind of an impact on other collectors, but its a great feeling. Action Fleets were a great line, and I do miss them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 02, 2015, 01:34:49 PM
Well on disney ships today, but I did pick up what I think is the Amazon Exclusive BAD Line (2013) for only $14.99 today. Check out the gallery here and help me clarify:

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.940341489365729.1073741829.100001696618440&type=3
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 02, 2015, 02:10:11 PM
Nice score, Shawn!
Looks like the right set although I couldn't make out the two figures on the upper right.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 03, 2015, 06:51:26 PM
Nice score, Shawn!
Looks like the right set although I couldn't make out the two figures on the upper right.

I picked up a few sets of these. I thought of you when I got these. If you want a set let me know! These will also make great BDay Prizes.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 07, 2015, 01:13:19 PM
This came in today from ebay. The X-wing is my favorite ship so this was a must have. The seller also has other ships, like the A-wing, B-wing, Y-wing, Snowspeeder, AT-AT, Star Destroyer and the Millennium Falcon. I believe there are some Star Trek ships as well. I would like to get the Snowspeeder at some point.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on August 08, 2015, 07:06:56 AM
I remember those, they came with the POTF vehicles. Those are awesome. looks great in a frame, I just pinned them to the walls when I was a kid lol.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 08, 2015, 08:51:40 AM
Great poster GL1, gonna have to get that ebay link too as I would love to have one of these in my room at work!

On my own note I went to a local wally world yesterday and found the 6" Hoth Han and Taun Tauns at $19. I also picked up a TIE Pilot in the same scale.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 08, 2015, 09:47:54 AM
I never knew they came with the POTF ships, I had quite a few when I was younger. I kinda wanna go buy one now just to see haha.

Tamer, here's a link to his ebay store:
http://stores.ebay.com/teejay2322?_trksid=p2047675.l2563 (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?ff3=4&pub=5575055288&toolid=10001&campid=5337373868&customid=&mpre=http%3A%2F%2Fstores.ebay.com%2Fteejay2322%3F_trksid%3Dp2047675.l2563)

 Now if only they had the Outrider..
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 09, 2015, 11:28:47 AM
Thanks for the link I will get that featured. I don't see that AT-AT though!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 09, 2015, 12:43:56 PM
Hmm.. the auction must have ended. I wanted the X-wing before and I had to wait for him to repost it. I'd give it a day or 2 and check again. I'll keep checking as well. They also got an AT-ST up as well.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on August 10, 2015, 03:59:24 PM
Well I got one of my Bandai Tie Fighters today. I had bought one two weeks ago with free shipping, and I'm still waiting for that. Then Saturday I got fed up and bought one on Amazon prime and got that one today. I believe I payed the same price. But I guess "prime" means in stock warehoused at an Amazon facility? But the first one I could have chosen expedited shipping for $14 more. So my advice to anyone interested in Bandai models to wait until it's available on prime. This is why I never pre-order, if I just wait for it to become available I end up getting it faster. I pre-ordered a Han Tauntaun over a month ago and I'm still waiting. Never again!

  So I have a pretty cool idea for this one. I'll make a neat little display for it. The construction looks very simple. The decals look fragile I may just paint the windows instead.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 11, 2015, 06:49:09 AM
Nice, those Bandai Kits are really getting my fancy lately.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 12, 2015, 05:53:14 PM
That TIE Fighter kit looks awesome. Looking forward to seeing it put together.

Speaking of TIEs, I picked up another Action Fleet TIE.  The custom I was working on for my The Force Awakens TIE wasn't coming out right. It had some yellowing to it, which is why I tried to customize it to try to save it. The paint wasn't coming out right on one wing, it was all blotchy. Hopefully I don't run into the same problem. I recently sold something on ebay, so that covered my purchase, but I had to pay the difference which was 36 cents lol.

Also, the Action Fleet Falcon I picked up about a week and a half ago - I mentioned it came with the correct Han & Chewie figures but no missile. I went through my bin of Action Fleet parts and I had a spare red missile which was a perfect fit, so I got that going for me at least lol.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on August 12, 2015, 07:20:54 PM
  Good stuff GL1. Too bad about the TFA custom you did that was pretty cool. Hopefully you can fix it.

   The Bandai TIE Fighter is a great kit. The color is a little light, plus I don't like bare plastic sheen, so I just went ahead and painted it, with Tamiya dark sea grey. Anyone new to painting should know that Tamiya is THE absolute best, especially if your a novice. Tamiya paint has a nice viscosity and covers very well, without gumming up, or blotching.  The kit comes with an option of water slide decals or stickers. The stickers are actually quite good, but a little difficult to remove from the paper. It also has a "glass" option. The original ILM models did not have glass windshields because of the glare. Personally I like them better without glass. The construction could not be any easier, at the same time everything is tight and looks great, even with my crummy paint job. I don't plan on weathering it, because its an imperial ship they're usually clean and its small scale very easy to over do it.

       I got my second TIE Fighter today, now all I need is my Vader TIE. I think with just a few cuts I can kitbash a TIE Interceptor with the two kits. With the paint its a hard decision. The tie fighters had a light paint but in TESB and ROTJ they colored them in post production, because the blue paint would not have worked against the bluescreen. I personally like the light color but the kit is just too light.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 18, 2015, 12:27:47 PM
No pickups for me recently, I stopped at a nearby Target and everything that wasn't Lego Star Wars was completely blown out. I guess they must be getting ready for Force Friday. I saw this display though and wanted to share it. I didn't know exactly where to post this, but Tamer I instantly thought of you when I saw it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on August 18, 2015, 02:31:25 PM
I got a Mosep and pack of Jawas last week from my Walmart, as well as the first Mosep I ordered on Amazon. They're definitely worth the money!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on August 18, 2015, 03:51:58 PM
  I got my Bandai 1/72 Y-wing today from Amazon.:) very cool. Very detailed. Tons of parts. The Y-wing is my favorite fighter, just because it looks cool, with the missing panels, exposed mechanics and big guns.
   I would have gotten my advanced TIE yesterday, but I've been working late these days wasn't able to sign for it. Then today I got off work too late to pick it up, but I'll get it tomorrow.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 19, 2015, 03:08:08 AM
GL1, I saw that LEGO Set at a target while on vacation this summer, makes me wonder if they set it out early. Neat stuff LEGO, but I just can't start another line even though its awesome.

Has anyone seen any TFA Stuff yet? With all the stuff hitting I figured a Yarder would have made a score by now!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 19, 2015, 12:14:24 PM
Picked up a tj maxx transport today.
They had a whole case of them.
While all were marked at 19.99, mine had an additional discount tacked on it because the seal had been broken on one end, I suppose.
It was complete inside.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 19, 2015, 04:55:53 PM
Great deal Clint. Gonna have to post on that one in the morning.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 19, 2015, 05:19:30 PM
TRU is clearancing the 31" Rebels Inquisitor figure for $9.99
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on August 20, 2015, 07:43:08 PM
I didn't pick up the ITT at retail because it's so underscaled, but for $16 it would be hard to pass up!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 04, 2015, 11:58:09 AM
Happy Force Friday guys! So glad I took my afternoon job off. Here are my pickups.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on September 04, 2015, 01:13:27 PM
Here is my haul
Decided to let titaniums wait till later
Target had one case of six inchers and the walmart I went to had like 4 cases.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on September 06, 2015, 02:46:14 PM
The only thing I found in stores at midnight that I wanted was Rey's Speeder. Then when I got home I ended up placing an order on Amazon for 2 SnowSpeeders and the Desert Speeder W/Finn. That next morning my friend and I hit up Target where I got my third SnowSpeeder, which will accompany the others in later installments of my photonovel.

(https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/t31.0-8/11894220_877923302244608_4942879751667960447_o.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 07, 2015, 11:40:04 AM
Picked up an original titanium X-wing (Galoob) for the 100th time cause the laser cannons keep breaking, as well as a Star Destroyer (finally). Also got an updated R2-D2 figure. The only one I had was from the POTF line, so I figured it was time for a new one lol. Not sure what line its from though as it came in a baggy and wasn't in a package.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 08, 2015, 03:14:55 AM
I just couldn't stand to buy any of the 5 poa figures. I did pick up a six inch Renn, fo stormtrooper, and the MM AT-AT Pack.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on September 10, 2015, 02:24:36 PM
You know, I need to stop taking these breaks from customizing and collecting. I feel like I've just been freed from a slab of carbonite and missed out on a lot of stuff!


I did catch a glance of that awful TFA X-Wing though  ???  And what's with Hasbro continuing going down the path of the Dark Side by holding on to those 5 POA figures?!


Anyway, it's not a Hasbro item, but I have just ordered the Sphero BB-8.... toy.... collectible.... gadget? Heck, it costs a stupid amount of money and it's totally useless, so I have to have it  ;D


Oh, a huge shout out to my buddy Shawn, who hooked me up with a squad of 6" Speeder Bikes quite a while ago. Really happy with those!




Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on September 10, 2015, 03:38:00 PM
Got this jewel in the mail today.
First impressions are pretty high on this one. I need to find some wire cutters so i can get it out of the blister pack.

It's looking like the quality here is well worth the extra $5
Wasn't big H supposed to hike the price on their six inchers anyways?
Shoot, with the release schedule sounding good, this looks like a promising line to collect or customize
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 11, 2015, 03:01:22 AM
Clint is that their new diecast metal figure line? These are supposed to be about 7 inch in scale right? Looks fantastic! Might pick up a few of the regular OTC Imperials if they make any.

On my saga with disneystore.com my order of the AT-AT and Star Destroyer vehicles showed up crushed beyond all recognition and I have to pay 15 bucks to ship it back to get an exchange. Does anyone has a Disneystore close to them? Tamer could use a hook up!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on September 11, 2015, 03:54:39 AM
Crushed??? Sorry, buddy.
Don't know when I will hit my store but I will look for you.

Yeah, this scale is a bit larger. An inch sounds good but phasma is supposed to be another half inch taller. "I believe her character is taller in the movie."

I have some shots to compare scales with that I will post in a thread for that Disney elite figure a bit later today.

I believe Otc stuff is coming in this line with the next wave.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 11, 2015, 10:27:17 AM
Tamer, did you call the number for the disney store? When I made an order for the Y-wing, TIE Fighter, Vader's TIE and Slave I, the Vader TIE that came in was broken. The wings could not be placed back on. I called and told them what happened. They asked me if the box was crushed, I said no. There was no hassle when I called, the lady was kind enough to offer a replacement, free of charge. I didn't have to pay for shipping or anything, and she said I could keep the damaged one and maybe donate it or something.

I did this when they had that "FREE SHIP" promo code, so maybe that's why I didn't need to pay again. You should call them and see if they can remove the shipping charge, you shouldn't have to pay for something that wasn't your fault.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 12, 2015, 06:07:18 AM
Thanks for looking Clint. And now GL1, I did send em a copy of my shipping receipt which they say they will reimburse me for so all is good. Next time I will try the phone number though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 12, 2015, 05:21:29 PM
Ah that's good then. They sent me a return form if I wanted to return something or want a replacement. I would rather talk to someone, I wanted to ask them something about the form anyway but they took care of it for me right then. That's good though, glad to hear it.


Anyone familiar with the X-wing Miniatures game? I'm not into the game at all but their ships have some fantastic detail on it. I saw they had an Outrider, and not counting the POTF vehicle, the titanium version is the biggest we've had (in a small scale). We don't have many versions of the ship released, and I always wanted one in a bigger scale then the titanium version. This one definitely does the job, very impressed.

What really stood out was the laser cannons, how long they are and how each tube is separate, not molded as one. Surprised you could rotate them a little too. My only gripe is the weight, its really light. I thought it would have some weight to it. The other is the back where the engine is, I thought it would be a light blue, similar to the Micro Machines version. With it black it looks like the ship is off lol. I have an ice blue color from games workshop paints so I might just give it a little color.

Regardless, a very cool piece and very happy with my purchase. I'll probably look into getting more ships. I think having a Star Destroyer would be fantastic. I took a comparison pic with the titanium version. While I love the titanium version, you can see its a bit bulky in the back. This Outrider, as well as the Micro Machines version, captures the Outrider's design perfectly.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 12, 2015, 05:43:39 PM
David, I saw these at Barnes and Noble yesterday and didn't find a new walker. I have the one from years ago and still think it is one of the most detailed versions I have seen.

Oh, I did pick up the Battle of Hoth Hot Wheels playset and the Battle of Hoth Battle Box.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on September 20, 2015, 04:50:23 PM
These are my sw flea mkt finds from this weekend
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 21, 2015, 02:56:16 AM
Cool deal Clint. Gotta find me some yard sales and flee markets!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on September 21, 2015, 06:15:58 AM

Picked up some great customizing fodder at Wish Apon A Toy in Downtown Disney.

The R6, R7 and R8 heads were never offered as part of any regular Hasbro products and are only available at the parks and Wish Apon A Toy.

I also grabbed a trio of the R7/R8 torsos for the R8 heads to reside on as I didn't have any spares in my Astromech Droids box.

I also picked up a very striking purple detailed R3 head.

Last time we were at the park, I picked up all of the various color combinations of the R6, R7 and R8s available as well as some of the more striking colored R5s and R7s but didn't buy every single droid I wanted due to my budget at the time. This time I wanted to get a few of the ones I missed out on but none of the pieces needed to complete a single one were present :(


My awesome wife Liz surprised me with the Disney exclusive Astromech 4pk she bought while I was photographing the various exclusives at Wish Apon A Toy!

She had offered to buy me it when we saw it in the airport store but I had declined as I really dislike the new legs that are missing some pretty obvious details (shoulder doodads and the wires from the front of the feet).

During our first night at the hotel she asked me again why I didn't care for the new legs and how I would make them better. I told her The shoulder doodads were a lost cause as I cannot sculpt such tiny details at my current skill level. I did mention that I had about a dozen spare Astromech feet that I could transplant the foot wires from but that I could not justify paying $30 for something I had to "fix" right out of the box.

So, being the awesome wife she is, decided to buy it for me when I was not looking and give it to me on the ride back to the hotel.

She is definitely a keeper :)

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 22, 2015, 11:42:00 AM
Picked up an Action Fleet TIE Fighter from someone at Rebelscum. Got it for 5 bucks, so definitely scored on that. I see it go for about $20 now on ebay. This is for my custom TFA TIE Fighter. Hopefully this is the last time. I keep running into problems painting the panels gray, they never come out a solid color, it looks a bit blotchy. I'm gonna try my luck with spraying it gray this time instead of black, then just repaint the ship black with some brushes and leaving the panels alone.

Third times the charm, right? lol.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on September 24, 2015, 05:57:58 PM
Picked up this 6" Chewie today for $19.99 at my local grocery store.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 27, 2015, 04:51:01 PM
Picked up a Titanium (Galoob) Y-wing and TIE Fighter today. For $6 each it was hard to pass up. Also got another Luke in X-wing gear for custom purposes.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 28, 2015, 03:16:10 AM
Wow, those are great Galoob pick ups!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on October 08, 2015, 08:31:57 PM
Found this 6" Ep. VII Stormie at my local grocery store.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 11, 2015, 07:09:37 AM
Well I can't call this a purchase at it is a current promotion we have going on with Hasbro, but take a look at the box of goodies I had on my doorstep Friday evening.

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/ATamer2015/fp500_zpsc6laitl9.png)

(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/ATamer2015/cd1_zpsatvp7v48.jpg)

Many of these items will make it into our Birthday Bash Custom Challenge Prize List!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 21, 2015, 02:46:55 PM
This very large tie fighter followed me home today from Independence Mo TRU
I got to use a 15% off coupon and a $5 off coupon.
Still, I was on the fence. The box is pretty large. It's a little scary.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 22, 2015, 03:06:14 AM
I still haven't seen it yet and almost hope I don't for the same reason.

I need to get some coupons, just in case! Man it does look good though.

I did get in my First Order Snowtrooper Commander from toys r us shopped in a box in great shape!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 26, 2015, 01:54:47 PM
Got my two from tru.com today.
Also, very minty Looking.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 27, 2015, 02:41:34 AM
look greats Clint. Thanks to Dan aka the Spectre i was finally able to add the Disney larger diecast Star Destroyer and AT-AT to my collection, minty fresh.

He also sent a bunch of extra goodies I plan to send out for the BDay contest.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on October 27, 2015, 09:10:49 AM
I have to admit, the new movie has released some really cool concepts on toys.  Black being used more heavily is cool to me, and I like the new armors used quite a bit.  Where's that darned Scout Trooper update??  Still, this horrible trend by Hasbro to use the 5 POA is atrocious.  Funny how they cite cost as being the reason, yet the toys are even more expensive now.  Not just Star Wars, but this has now bled over into their other lines like Marvel.  The 6" figures is the way to go if you want quality detail, but the $20 price point has me way turned off.  Still, I like to walk by the aisles and look, once again.  It takes me back to 10 years ago or so when I enjoyed spending my day off driving all over creation to look for the new figures!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 27, 2015, 03:23:47 PM
I hear you about the toy isle, Pat.
My collecting has more of a focus now, thanks to big H and the "forced 5-POA "lines.

Brought home Poe and Phasma from my nearest tru today, and left their case mates behind.

I'm noticing a disturbingly unfamiliar trend of being able to find the toys I want in the SW isle for a change.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Phatty on October 27, 2015, 04:52:44 PM
Seeing these really takes me back to TPM, when TRU had their midnight opening for the new toys.  I remember wanting to purchase 5, and walking out with all 23 (including variants) from the first release, and wondering how they all played part in the upcoming movie.  Seeing these new ones, I'm getting that same feeling, wondering who's going to be around for Episode VIII and what role they'll have in the saga!  Captain Phasma being a woman is very intriguing!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 28, 2015, 02:23:16 AM
Phasma looks great Clint. Poe is not really doing anything for me, but Phasma, one of those I will own.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 14, 2015, 04:54:18 AM
Got my riot stormie and Poe two pack in the mail from target.com yesterday.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 14, 2015, 08:23:51 AM
Got my riot stormie and Poe two pack in the mail from target.com yesterday.

Sweet packaging, I got mine too. I like em. I found a Phasma thanks to some help from a good friend.

I also got in the new Amazon four pack and man they are sweet too. I also ordered my daughter about a hundred bucks of SW Stuff or Xmas! She is loving Phasma and I am loving life she likes it!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 14, 2015, 09:51:49 AM
Got my 4 pack today
Buddy, that target shipment was well protected
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 15, 2015, 08:51:06 AM
Got my 4 pack today
Buddy, that target shipment was well protected

Mine was too. I am gonna order from Target.com again, how bout you?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 15, 2015, 01:38:03 PM
Only if they have the goodies. You know how that goes.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 16, 2015, 06:51:14 AM
Only if they have the goodies. You know how that goes.

LOL! So I will take that as a yes then!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on November 17, 2015, 09:17:18 PM
I picked up twp (yes two!) of the white and blue Resistance X-Wings from Walmart recently. I absolutely love the paint scheme of these. Despite the fact that it's smaller than older X-Wing sculpt, I still really like this one.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v225/jodok/x7_zpsslx7irem.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v225/jodok/x4_zpszr1sofdb.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 18, 2015, 04:30:13 PM
Wow, those Xwings are nice.

Hey, can you believe it. I found a Walmart Imperial Shock Trooper today. I just had a hunch to drive an hour to my larger wally world and there it was sitting on the AT-ST Display.

I even put up a silent bid on that AT-ST. I don't know where I will put it if I win it, but I had too, that and the Falcon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 19, 2015, 04:17:02 AM
Here is a pic as I always like to see pics when folks find things.
(http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f115/CTtamer/ATamer2015/eviebftrooper_zpsxmgflrfn.png)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: hemble on November 19, 2015, 04:32:47 AM
I have been collecting Bandai kits over the last 3 months and I have a nice little collection now.

Ron
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 19, 2015, 08:53:57 AM
Wow Ron, now that is some stuff! I want to pick up a few of those Bandai Kits myself!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: hemble on November 19, 2015, 01:15:42 PM
Wow Ron, now that is some stuff! I want to pick up a few of those Bandai Kits myself!

Thanks Shawn, the kits I have built are awesome and I can't wait to start on these. You won't be disappointed in once you get them.

Ron
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 20, 2015, 03:54:04 AM
Ron, not to divert the topic too crazy off here, but what should I expect to pay (reasonable price) for the figures and vehicles?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: hemble on November 20, 2015, 05:02:43 AM
Ron, not to divert the topic too crazy off here, but what should I expect to pay (reasonable price) for the figures and vehicles?

No worries buddy Darren on the Tokyo Model Detective on FB has a list up which I have added and I have got 90% of my kits thru him. The rest I got from a store that sold them here in Australia and off ebay for $35aus

Ron
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 20, 2015, 07:18:20 AM
I hate to get into another line, but the quality is just so fantastic that I have too! Between you and JDeck and Darth Crassus I can't stand it anymore. I just gotta figure out where to put em.

And thank you for the info.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: hemble on November 20, 2015, 02:34:33 PM
I hate to get into another line, but the quality is just so fantastic that I have too! Between you and JDeck and Darth Crassus I can't stand it anymore. I just gotta figure out where to put em.

And thank you for the info.

Glad I could help and JDeck and Darth Crassus are doing awesome work.

Ron
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Skirata2012 on November 21, 2015, 11:52:57 AM
(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w473/Skirata2012/101_1467.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/Skirata2012/media/101_1467.jpg.html)
Yes it's not much but a Spacetrooper for $2.80 off of ebay is something to be happy about
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 21, 2015, 06:07:46 PM
Wow, that Spacetrooper was a steal. I got in some of the FO Snowtroopers today from an Amazon story I put on the fp the other day, pristine.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: hemble on November 21, 2015, 06:34:25 PM
(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w473/Skirata2012/101_1467.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/Skirata2012/media/101_1467.jpg.html)
Yes it's not much but a Spacetrooper for $2.80 off of ebay is something to be happy about

Sure is a great deal well done mate.

Ron
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Skirata2012 on November 21, 2015, 08:30:04 PM
Ty guys it's a good time to build that Imperial Army up lol , but im really lookin forward to when the FO Stormtrooper and Kylo Ren start showing up in 3.75 Black Series in my area seem em on ebay lately but its mostly in New York and Canada for a outrageous price
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 22, 2015, 04:27:37 AM
Yes the new case assortments for the black series look good. It will be nice to get these figures with articulation.

I almost forgot, I picked up a 3.75" Captain Phasma for my daughter yesterday. I hated buying 5 poa, but she said that was the size she liked.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Skirata2012 on November 22, 2015, 01:32:15 PM
So I have been hesitant to buy any of the The Rebel Series figures due to the lack of articulation but than the bug hit me with a cheap auction and picked up Kanan  which led to Zeb which now has me tracking down the rest. So today was doing some Christmas shopping for the niece/nephew and stumbled upon this beauty
(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w473/Skirata2012/101_1470_1.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/Skirata2012/media/101_1470_1.jpg.html)

*Side Note*seen the Fo Snowtroopers and man do they look good Tamer
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Skirata2012 on November 25, 2015, 02:36:13 PM
So today after running to Athens to get some Oven Bags for the Turkey on my way out I went buy just for the heck of it and boy am I glad I did
(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w473/Skirata2012/101_1471.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/Skirata2012/media/101_1471.jpg.html)
Athens Georgia the new 3.75 wave has been found!!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: bdc41866 on November 26, 2015, 03:14:43 PM
Early morning Thanksgiving Day run to WalMart yielded wings, what nots and.......Kylo Ren and First Order Stormtroopers!......
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Skirata2012 on November 27, 2015, 08:03:39 AM
Nice Find bdc
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 28, 2015, 10:49:30 AM
Cool glad to hear you folks are finding the walmart exclusive 3.75" Figs. Time to go put some of this on the front page!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on November 30, 2015, 03:54:42 PM
One Toys R Us and three Targets later..

This was the only Poe on the shelf, and not even 2 minutes later some guy came in the isle and said "Oh nice they got a new shipment." He goes through the figures, glances over at me, then back to the figures. I was walking away very hastily at that point.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 01, 2015, 04:13:40 AM
The early bird gets the worm. Good score.

I got in my Art Fx Koto Snowtrooper Two Pack (very nice)

and

My EE Exclusive Imperial Forces 4 Pack (also very nice).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Kualan on December 05, 2015, 02:12:03 AM
Hello folks. After years of posting in the Graphic Fiction section here on the Shipyards, I've finally decided to start doing what I've always wanted to do as a hobby - collect Star Wars figures. I work for a retailer here in the UK and they recently gave us a 20% discount for the Christmas period and...well...I went a little crazy on the new Force Awakens stuff.

Bought lots of the new figures, and even a couple of vehicles (Poe's Black X-Wing fighter was too much to resist...) and I'm eagerly looking for new places to try and find the ones I'm missing from my fledgling collection. I was wondering if there are any collectors on the Shipyards from the UK who might be able to give a few tips on the best places they've been able to find some of the more elusive figures?

I'm particularly keen to get my hands on X-Wing Pilot Asty - my Poe Dameron figures need a squadmate! And a Captain Phasma to join Kylo Ren and General Hux, but I wouldn't be surprised if she remains evasive unless I shell out the extra dollar to get her off eBay.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 06, 2015, 05:11:09 AM
Great to hear Kualan and if you don't mind me shipping loose (I can send a priority mail international bubble envelope for $16) I sure don't mind helping out.

On my own finds, I stopped by walmart last night and found the new wave 2. I was able to come home with one each of Kylo Renn and the First Order Stormtrooper. Gonna have to have multiples of that Trooper I think. He was right beside the regular version (5poa) and looked so much better.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Kualan on December 06, 2015, 11:23:42 AM
Great to hear Kualan and if you don't mind me shipping loose (I can send a priority mail international bubble envelope for $16) I sure don't mind helping out.

On my own finds, I stopped by walmart last night and found the new wave 2. I was able to come home with one each of Kylo Renn and the First Order Stormtrooper. Gonna have to have multiples of that Trooper I think. He was right beside the regular version (5poa) and looked so much better.

Sounds awesome.

I managed to find a couple of good, UK-based websites for ordering figures and they seem like reliable businesses. The sort that are run by fans for the fans. Have a Pilot Asty on order and the First Order Legion 7-pack should be with me in two days so I'm very happy as that includes a Captain Phasma.

And yeah you're totally right - that FO Stormtrooper is definitely multiple material. Need lots of cannon fodder for our new generation of rebels to shoot at!

I'm still mulling over whether to keep them all in the boxes or use them for dioramas and stuff. I know they'll keep their value a lot longer if they stay boxed, but the itch to create dioramas and setpieces with them is growing - and will no doubt get itchier once the film is out!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on December 12, 2015, 05:17:06 AM
Today's Star Wars haul. No, no action figures, but some boxes, bedding, place sets and coffee cups.
KODI exclusives: http://www.kodi.de/chronik/kw51/
Thanks to the good wife who's eligible to the employee discount.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 13, 2015, 04:53:59 AM
That SW nightstand drawer set is awesome! Wow, nice stuff. I am thinking of turning my downstairs bathroom into a SW Theme.

On my own pick up notes, I was able to find two of the walmart exclusive SA FO Stormies. They are very nice. They also had some of the Battlefront Shock Troopers on the six inch pegs, but the boxes were dinged up horrible.

I also took advantage of a kmart sale and get their exclusive 6" ren with bas in and a hero series xwing for 15 bucks if you can believe it. I don't even think they will be able to sell em all at even that price.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on January 04, 2016, 03:08:15 PM
Finally got my hands on a Poe Dameron 3.75" figure! I'm very happy they made a fully articulated 3.75" figure of him because I sure wasn't buying that awful yellow visor 5 POA figure.

Also for Christmas, 2 of my friends chipped in and bought me a Darth Vader 1/10th scale pre-painted model kit. It also comes with an interchangeable left hand (force choke) and alternate black base. The black base is square, and Vader has magnets on his feet so he stays on. There's another peg on the Cloud City base for a Boba Fett figure as well. I would have never thought about getting this but I'm glad my friends did. It makes an awesome display piece. The only downside is he doesn't come with a lit lightsaber. With the extra peg for Boba Fett I may now have to get him!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 05, 2016, 03:46:56 AM
It is good to have friends like that. My family and even work friends try so hard to find me something SW I don't have yet and I so appreciate em.

My wife even bought me the vintage Burger King TESB glasses for Christmas. They are so cool. Everyone remember the TANG glasses?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 07, 2016, 02:04:37 PM
Picked up a six inch asty at a Walmart today.
They had the resistance trooper and the tie pilot
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 08, 2016, 03:30:03 AM
Nice find Clint. I might just get that one myself if I see it on the pegs. On a related note look what was on the porch for me last night courtesy of Entertainment Earth

(http://i.imgur.com/mts6c77.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on January 08, 2016, 06:25:19 PM
Nice find Clint! Any chance they have another? Its been slim pickings here in Rhode Island. I've still only seen one 6 inch Poe around here (which was the one I got).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 08, 2016, 08:14:38 PM
That was the only one they had. Wave 1 was back in stock but they did have tie pilots and resistance troopers
"That was 3 days ago"
Need to find me a jango
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 10, 2016, 06:03:14 AM
I picked up one of the six inch FO Tie Pilots. I even saw the 3.75" TFA Figures on the pegs. Hard to bite on them at 13 bucks though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on January 11, 2016, 08:06:28 PM
The 3.75 SA TFA figures are the only thing I have bought for a while. I was able to pick up Rey, Finn, and Poe thanks to a tip from Chewie...Aside from that, I haven't seen much of anything new recently. I did spot wave 3 of the titaniums line a few nights ago though.

My currently goal is to get a few droids I missed out on (or wasn't able to build at Disney), and also get a couple vehicles so I can kitbash a custom vehicle over the summer...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 14, 2016, 03:28:05 AM
Got a 6 inch jango in the mail yesterday by way of the evil bay

This guy is sweet
I added some shots to show size comparisons against the solid boba helmeted head.
Very nice that this head just pops on an aotc clone body
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Post by: Tamer on January 14, 2016, 03:33:41 AM
Wow, that looks great Clint. I am kinda jealous!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on January 22, 2016, 04:41:17 PM
Stopped in Target today and got the Titanium First Order TIE Fighter. Still no sign of the Rebel Snowspeeder, A-wing, B-wing, TIEx1. Starting to get a bit frustrating.

Also picked up the Disney Store Titanium Millennium Falcon, Imperial Star Destroyer and Resistance X-wing. A fellow member at Rebelscum posted the Falcon and ISD were back on the Disney Store website. I went right on and bought them, as the Falcon and ISD go for quite a bit on ebay. I was able to get them at retail price.

The Falcon and ISD are both quite heavy. The Falcon's guns and radar dish can move, and it also has an opening ramp. It is just a tad bigger then the Action Fleet and original Titanium Falcon, and a bit lighter then the Titanium version. The ISD makes a great display piece, and the Resistance X-wing has a good weight to it. The wings open and close firmly. Only gripe I have is the landing gear they provided seems a bit flimsy. I lucked out with the X-wing, as the laser cannons weren't warped. Seeing I bought it off the Disney Store website, I wasn't looking at the 'actual' item I was getting, so I was pleasantly surprised when I opened it. Looking forward to getting Poe's X-wing next.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 23, 2016, 06:56:08 AM
I have the Star Destroyer and AT-AT from this set myself. Nice vehicles. I might have to pick up the Falcon too though. Ordering through disneystore.com is so frustrating if you are a momc guy like me. They have only shipped well to me a couple of times. Normally my order is just crushed.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on January 23, 2016, 01:23:00 PM
I have the Star Destroyer and AT-AT from this set myself. Nice vehicles. I might have to pick up the Falcon too though. Ordering through disneystore.com is so frustrating if you are a momc guy like me. They have only shipped well to me a couple of times. Normally my order is just crushed.

I agree Tamer. When I first ordered from there, my Vader TIE had broken wings. The replacement they sent, the box was crushed. Its hit or miss with them.

A few more pickups for me: Action Fleet Classic Duels TIE Interceptor vs. Millennium Falcon, boxed, from ebay. Stopped in Toys R Us today and got Poe's black X-wing, Titanium TIE Inquisitor and Kylo Ren's Command Shuttle (black version). Haven't seen much of the later waves but I seem to be getting them sporadically.

Everyone's freaking out about the snow and going to the grocery store, and here I am going to Toys R Us haha.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on January 24, 2016, 11:01:42 AM
I've been tempted several times to get those Disney ships, but I can't afford to collect another line. :/
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Post by: Goldleaderone on January 24, 2016, 03:53:21 PM
I've been tempted several times to get those Disney ships, but I can't afford to collect another line. :/

I hear ya. I was iffy on these but they grew on me. Try starting with ones you would like to get. The TIE Fighters and Vader's TIE are nice but sometimes the wings come in broken, its hit or miss. You can skip over Boba Fett's Slave I. You're better off with the Titanium Ultra version of that ship, that one is far superior.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 25, 2016, 06:51:06 AM
Ah yes. The continual battle I play with collecting a new line. Trying to resist getting into Bandai, Mafex, and S.H. Figurarts now but wow it is so hard. The kits are so cool. That and the movie realization figures.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on January 26, 2016, 06:43:15 PM
Forum member watertorture from Rebelscum was kind enough to make me an articulated Dash Rendar figure. I have given up with waiting for Hasbro to update Dash, and I considered this a gift to myself. While making Dash, he asked me if I would also like a Leebo figure. He made Leebo from a 2-1B Medical Droid, and I supplied him with a Dash figure because I liked that head sculpt. He shipped them out today but not before sending me some pics beforehand.

He is also the same person who made a Matt, Radar Technician figure from the Star Wars SNL skit where Kylo Ren went on Undercover Boss.

This is why I love this community.
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Post by: Tamer on January 27, 2016, 09:12:42 AM
Looks pretty cool. Dave you need to get that guy posting his customs over here. I would definitely spotlight him. these are great!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on January 28, 2016, 05:30:06 PM
I've been tempted several times to get those Disney ships, but I can't afford to collect another line. :/

I hear ya. I was iffy on these but they grew on me. Try starting with ones you would like to get. The TIE Fighters and Vader's TIE are nice but sometimes the wings come in broken, its hit or miss. You can skip over Boba Fett's Slave I. You're better off with the Titanium Ultra version of that ship, that one is far superior.

My problem is that I really wanted the Star Destroyer, but then started purchasing the Armada miniatures. I feel like I would be buying the same thing over again if I purchased it. I also ended up receiving the Titanium versions of the TFA X-wings for Christmas, and I already own the 3.75 scales one, so I don't know if I can warrant buying them in another scale.

The battle is real!!!!  :P

And excellent SOTE customs! I wish Dash and Leebo would have made it into a comic pack before they stopped making those. As a kid, Dash was always "me" when I played with my toys. Ahh, the good ol' days!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on January 29, 2016, 03:54:59 PM
A comic pack of Dash and Leebo would have been fantastic. Not only we would have gotten an updated Dash, but it would have been the first Leebo figure made. I was holding out hope when they made the Leia/Xizor 2 pack but it never happened.

Picked up the Resistance X-wing today. I love the colors on Poe's X-wing, but overall I like this one better as the laser cannons aren't warped.

I think I'm liking full time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 29, 2016, 05:51:31 PM
My wife and I ran around to 3 different TRUs collecting the 4 "Epic Battles" Medals.

I ended up with 2 complete sets and an extra Hoth Medal that the girl at TRU inadvertently gave us when she pulled out our Hoth Medals after taking our certificates.

I am keeping 1 set for my collection and the second set and spare Hoth Medal are going into my Swap Shop after Photobucket finishes their maintenance.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on January 30, 2016, 12:24:33 PM
Bit the bullet and bought a 5 POA Asty today. Not a fan of 5 POA (and that banana visor) but I did like the character and I'm also a Beastie Boys fan. If the Resistance X-wing goes on clearance I can get him his own X-wing. Also got the Titanium First Order Transporter from Target. It was the only one on the shelf. I really like the design, very OT like.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on January 30, 2016, 08:48:08 PM
Those medals are really cool, I think it's a great promotional idea!

Goldleaderone, I was in the same boat when I purchased Atsy. I can't stand 5 POA/non-removable helmet figures, but I love pilots. For some reason, I gave in and actually purchased a second blue Resistance X-Wing for that figure to pilot. I'm not sure why.  :P

Eventually, I'd like to hang my 3 TFA X-Wings up somewhere, but not until I leave my apartment and have a place of my own.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 31, 2016, 06:11:30 AM
I hear you guys on the 5 POA Figures. I will admit I have picked up a few of the FO Troopers. Still, once I got that WM FO Stormy in my hand I didn't pick up any more. I also hate paying 13 bucks for a fully articulated 3.75" figure when the 6" ones are about $19! What a conundrum!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on February 02, 2016, 07:25:38 PM
Picked up a 3.75" Finn today.

I have to admit, the collecting bug has bit me even more lately. My pilot collection is up to date (just missing the Dagger Squadron pilot) so now I'm looking to collect other figures. I don't even have any Luke, Han, Chewie, Vader or Stormtrooper figures. What I'm doing now is I'm just getting the main characters in their "main" outfits from the films. I'm not going to get every variation, I don't need a Hoth Chewie with snow paint job when a regular Chewie will do. I'll still focus on pilots, but this way now I'll have some variety.

Also my Dash and Leebo figures came in the other day. I displayed them with my custom Shadows Luke and they look great.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 03, 2016, 03:39:20 AM
I have to catch up on some of the SA Wally World Figures too. Outside of Ren and the FO Stormtrooper I haven't picked up much. I am liking the FO Troopers.

I did order the 6" Flamethrower trooper while it was $22 the other day I posted. I also got in that Death Star Trench Run 3D Hologram from Zebra Imaging and wow is it cool. I did a review video I am editing now. Look for it to show up soon. Pretty pricey, but so cool. I have the trench run in the middle of my collection room  now!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on February 03, 2016, 04:54:57 PM
 I had some time before work so I stopped in Walgreens and low and behold, I finally found the Rebel Snowspeeder, Vader's TIE and B-wing. They charged about $2 more but even then, I still got them cheaper then resorting to ebay. I should have been looking there in the first place!

 I'm now after the A-wing, Slave I and AT-AT and I should be caught up.
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Post by: Jodo on February 03, 2016, 10:30:18 PM
Golderleaderone, awesome Luke custom as well. I wish SOTE would have seen a few more SA figure releases. :/
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Post by: Tamer on February 04, 2016, 03:34:20 AM
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on February 05, 2016, 07:05:44 PM
Golderleaderone, awesome Luke custom as well. I wish SOTE would have seen a few more SA figure releases. :/

Thanks. It was a simple custom, just some part swapping and minor painting. Never understood why that version of Luke was never made, its a simple one to make.

I drove around for an hour tonight after the snow we had for some SW stuff. I'm thinking I'd be outsmarting everyone else who stayed home but alas, I only came home with one item. I snagged a Biggs Darklighter figure from the 30th Anniversary Collection, the Tosche Station deleted scene. Now that I'm expanding my collection, I figured another Biggs wouldn't hurt. There's not many versions of him around anyway.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on February 07, 2016, 06:07:31 PM
Saturday I found a Black Series 3.75" C-3PO figure at Gamestop of all places. Then drove down the road to Target and got the Titanium Jango Fett's Slave I.  I know I said I don't collect from the Prequels, but it's still the Slave I here lol. Later in the day my Vintage Collection Endor Capture Luke came in the mail from ebay. Got that for a good price, $25 free shipping.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on February 12, 2016, 02:01:26 PM
Finally got myself a 6" Asty here in RI! I stopped in Toys R Us today and he was the only one on the shelf. I'm really happy I found him, and Asty being a reference to the Beastie Boys is cool, which I'm a fan of. I'll tell ya, this thrill of the hunt is awesome. I haven't had this feeling since the POTF days.

Another guy came up right after me and went through the same row of figures where I got Asty from. Not sure if he was looking for him, as I saw him later walking around empty handed. If he was after Asty, I beat him by mere seconds. I kinda felt bad, I left the isle for a few minutes lol.

Born to Ill!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on February 15, 2016, 01:09:06 PM
I got the Droid Gunship in the mail from Tamer today!

Thanks again!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on February 16, 2016, 06:01:00 PM
I recently got a few figures on Ebay, including a battle damaged R2-D2, R5-J2, and a second Rebel Honor Guard figure. From another seller I also got a Stormtrooper with removable helmet to customize for a future photonovel. They were all pretty good deals, so I can't complain!

Right now I'm looking at a few other figures I could use for the photonovel, and a vehicle or two I could potentially use for my kitbashed vehicle I'd like to do over the Summer. I had to scrap my first idea since the parts were just so expensive. Plus I don't have enough space to really store what I wanted to build, so perhaps it's a win-win...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on February 19, 2016, 12:00:16 PM
Walked into Target, checked the time before getting to the toy section. The time read 11:38.

A sign perhaps?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 20, 2016, 05:43:28 AM
Nice, just ordered a Star Wars T (AT-AT). Story on the fp if anyone wants one. Only $8!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on February 20, 2016, 07:23:49 AM
With this being (possibly) the last Han figure, I just had to buy it. That face sculpt is fantastic too!

That AT-AT shirt is nice. Is that spoofing AT&T? The logo kinda looks like it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 21, 2016, 05:48:36 AM
That AT-AT shirt is nice. Is that spoofing AT&T? The logo kinda looks like it.

Yeah, sure is spoofing at and t. Instead of reach out and touch someone its reach out and crush someone. I got a laugh out of it.

Speaking of AT-AT, I got in my Art Fx AT-AT Driver Statue yesterday. It showed up pristine mint.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 21, 2016, 11:07:38 AM
Found a flame trooper at Wally World today

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Post by: Commander_Kurgan on February 21, 2016, 12:00:39 PM
The local ALDI had all Star Wars toys on clearance, the 5POA figures at EUR 4.99 and the Rebels vehicles at EUR 9.99.
Too bad they didn't have the shuttle anymore, but I picked up an Experimental TIE and two AT-DPs.
At Christmas the vehicles were EUR 19.99, then reduced to EUR 14.99 last month and now even further.
Patience, my young Padawan...patience.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on February 22, 2016, 09:09:22 PM
A few more pickups for me recently:

The cream of the crop is the Action Fleet Classic Duels TIE Fighter vs. X-wing set. I now have this to go with the TIE Interceptor vs. Millennium Falcon set and AT-ST/Landspeeder 2-pack. All that's left for me now for the Original Trilogy Action Fleets is the 18 battle packs!

Now that I'm expanding my collection, I picked up Bespin Luke and Endor Han from TVC, and Chewie from The Black Series (also my first Chewie figure). Got all these for under $10.

Lastly I picked up a Micro Machines BB-8 figure to go with my custom Action Fleet Millennium Falcon from The Force Awakens.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 23, 2016, 03:09:31 AM
Love the action fleet stuff. So need to get back to expanding mine someday.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on February 24, 2016, 12:38:59 PM
Another shipment from Asia came in today: 3 x TVC Colonel Cracken and 2 x TAC Jango Fett.
Lots of SA goodness for little money.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on February 24, 2016, 11:03:16 PM
I need to pick up 3 Colonel Crackens as well! Which seller did you purchase them from?

I just sealed a deal over on Rebelscum to get:

Hoth Rebel Soldier - with scarf (Defense on Hoth) x2
Hoth Rebel Soldier - blonde beard (Defense on Hoth)

THE LEGACY COLLECTION:
Hoth Rebel Soldier [missing cannon]
Cloud City Wing Guard - Utris M'Toc

TAC:
Mace Windu
Biggs Darklighter (Tosche Station)
Jango Fett (Kamino apartment)

Saga:
General Rieekan with Hoth Tactical Screen

POTJ FX-7

I've needed several of these figures for a while, or in the case of Reieekan, his tactical screen. This was the biggest purchase I've made in some time, but got everything for a decent price. I was able to negotiate with the seller, so he knocked off a few bucks overall. I've seen the Hoth Rebels go for $30+ each, so I'm considering this a really good deal since I got 4 of them.  :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on February 26, 2016, 03:25:36 PM
I'm on a roll ("like butter" as my girlfriend would say). Today we walked into a thrift store and and walked out with a Crumb Bomber for $25.

(https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xla1/v/t1.0-9/10370995_10153554688176799_6831947162071621285_n.jpg?oh=2b47cb9f0b62f258915e595a734d75cc&oe=5770E15F)

They also had this trio of figures for $9, and being articulated I couldn't resist.

(https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xlp1/t31.0-8/12792316_10153554717836799_4614966357945562616_o.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on February 26, 2016, 03:31:21 PM
Just picked up Rey, Kylo Ren and a FO Stormtrooper off Wal-Mart's website. A fellow scummer posted TBS figures were back at their original price of $12.83 so I went on and bought them. Luckily they offered free pickup at a store near me. They should be in by next weekend.


Edit: And now after an hour of placing my order, Walmart's site has the 3.75" FO Stormtrooper listed at $24.99. I still got it for the original price, looks like I lucked out but that's unbelievable.
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Post by: ghostskull18 on February 26, 2016, 08:39:17 PM
picked up a 6in jango today, the best part however is it rang up for $9 bucks!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 27, 2016, 04:40:13 AM
Wow, that crumb bomber was a steal. Looks like its not missing much either.

Wow a new 6 inch Jango for nine bucks is awesome too. I still hope to find one.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 01, 2016, 03:27:18 AM
Just got in my Bandai AT-ST and Snowspeeder. Showed up minty fresh for the most part.

All I can say is they won't be my last Bandai pick ups. Wow!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 02, 2016, 09:06:17 PM
Rey, Kylo Ren and FO Stormtrooper arrived today at Walmart.

I still can't believe an hour after placing my order the Stormtrooper went up from $12.83 to $24.99 online. It's like Walmart is scalping their own figures. I lucked out I guess.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 03, 2016, 07:21:31 AM
I hear you on those wally world figures. It was one of the reasons we asked that question at toy fair. Needless to say Hasbro's answer didn't inspire me. Great finds. If I can find me a a Rey I will be happy.

Heck I still need to find the regular six inch Snowtrooper, Finn trooper, and Jango. I did snag me a Flametrooper in that scale.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 03, 2016, 07:50:57 AM
Heck I still need to find the regular six inch Snowtrooper, Finn trooper, and Jango. I did snag me a Flametrooper in that scale.

The past 2 Fridays I went to Target I saw Jango Fett and Stormtrooper Finn. If I go tomorrow and see them you want them?
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Post by: Tamer on March 03, 2016, 07:53:35 AM
Sure if the boxes are ok. I am not totally momc anymore, but I leave em on the pegs if there is anything glaring or crushed. AND THANK YOU!

That reminds me I still have a pilot for you. I still have it! Need to get off my duff and send it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 03, 2016, 08:41:59 AM
Sure if the boxes are ok. I am not totally momc anymore, but I leave em on the pegs if there is anything glaring or crushed. AND THANK YOU!

That reminds me I still have a pilot for you. I still have it! Need to get off my duff and send it.

Haha I completely forgot about the pilot. It's Wedge right?

The past 2 Fridays I've gone its been before noon time so I'll try to get there early again. That's the benefit of having Fridays off, most people are working so I get a head start. That's how I also snagged Han Solo 2 weeks ago.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 04, 2016, 04:31:00 AM
Yepper it is Wedge, pilot type. and thank you for looking.

I actually saw amazon.com had the FINN Trooper and 6" Han reasonable yesterday, but so want that Jango Fett.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 04, 2016, 02:01:46 PM
I stopped in Target and was unlucky this time around. There were a few Flametroopers and one Phasma. I'm grabbing lunch with my Grandmother tomorrow in the same area so I can pop in again real quick.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 05, 2016, 03:57:17 AM
See now that is my luck getting to you!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on March 05, 2016, 10:01:44 PM
My Walmart here stocked a few cases of the SA TFA figures overnight! No FO Stormtroopers in sight, but an extremely healthy amount of Finns, that is for sure!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 09, 2016, 05:39:28 PM
Got this little guy in the mail today in a package from one of my friends so I actually own 1 TFA figure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 10, 2016, 02:56:54 AM
I got in my Imperial Cog Patches for my AT-AT Driver Kit. I aim to get those on my flight suit asap. I also got some parts in for my Kit Travel Tote.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 18, 2016, 10:28:02 AM
After 3 Targets, I found a 3.75" Han Solo figure today. If there's anyone who shouldn't get the 5POA treatment its definitely Han. I decided to get it as I'm not buying many 5 POA figures, and I got the main characters from the super articulated TBS line anyway. I found him in a separate display on my way to the toy section, so keep an eye out for other displays.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on March 18, 2016, 07:18:34 PM
Nice!!! I've seen Han here locally, but I can't get myself to buy him since it's only 5 POA.   :-\

I did however find a Quinlin Vos comic pack figures (the harder to find version) for $6 at a resale shop, so I picked it up. They had a few other articulated figures, but I didn't think I could use them as fodder for anything off hand.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 18, 2016, 10:36:42 PM
I'm the same way with 5POA. The only other 5POA figure I have is Asty (but he's a pilot so I was getting him regardless). This Han figure isn't that bad really. I hear a rumor we're getting a Han figure in TBS 3.75" line from Starkiller Base, with the coat. That's great but for me, I'm not going to get a figure where they based his appearance for about 10 minutes of the film. The characters I get, I get the figures with the outfit that had the most screen time. For example, Bespin Han over Hoth Han, or Farmboy Luke over Stormtrooper Disguise Luke.

That may change with Han though when I see him. I was only getting pilot figures in the 6" line, then I came across a 6" Han and my face lit up like a little kid, the face sculpt is fantastic. After fixing the hair I love it even more. Now with getting Han, I just bought a Chewbacca figure to go with him. I can't win lol.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 21, 2016, 07:50:09 PM
And here's Chewie. Got him from a fellow scummer. Quickly took him out and displayed him with Han.

They're home.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 24, 2016, 02:36:45 AM
Got in 2 First Order Snowtroopers from BBTS yesterday all minty fresh in collector grade boxes.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 25, 2016, 12:50:45 PM
Finally found the Snap Wexley/Snowtrooper Officer pack today at Target. There were only 2 on the shelf when I got there so I lucked out. Also picked up a Titanium Poe's X-wing. I have it in the 4 pack but it's nice to have it separate, and at $5 you can't go wrong.

I also found a 6" Han figure for a friend. It's the first Han I've seen in a few weeks. After he saw how fantastic the head sculpt was he wanted one, so I've been on the lookout. Even though I have him, it was cool to see him on the shelf again.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 26, 2016, 03:53:36 AM
Good pick ups, I still need to find the titanium AT-AT.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on March 30, 2016, 02:55:23 PM
I got a couple things from eBay today. I got a 1/5 Y-wing pilot helmet. Its from Spain so it might be an Agostini sculpt, but I have no idea. Its pretty nice. Good detail inside and out. The plastic case snaps in place, instead of just loosely resting on top. I also got a Topps B-wing patch card. They come inside a case of the  either 2012 or 2015 star wars cards. I figured I would just buy the cards I want instead of buying several cases hoping to find the ones I want. They're pretty cool. They'll go nicely displayed with my model ships.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on March 30, 2016, 07:50:36 PM
I'm digging that miniature helmet!!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 31, 2016, 02:31:43 AM
Nice pick ups. I got in my AT-AT Helmet Bag yesterday

(http://i.imgur.com/MKB1HdH.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 01, 2016, 12:19:35 PM
Really like that helmet. It looks a lot like Tycho's helmet from the 30th Anniversary Collection.

Today was a good day. Only 2 pickups but I got another TFA Han Solo, this one to keep boxed as I opened the previous one and repainted the hair. I never buy duplicates but the face sculpt is just fantastic, I had to buy another in this case. Also stopped in a vintage toy store, usually they overcharge a bit but I picked up a Poe Dameron (loose) in his Jakku outfit for $15. It was a good score as I wasn't interested in the Stormtrooper he was packed in with.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 02, 2016, 06:24:49 AM
Good pick ups. I too liked that B-Wing helmet. I need to see if they offer something like that for the AT-AT Driver!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on April 02, 2016, 06:47:51 AM
  I believe the Y-wing helmet is Grey leader's. I don't know why Hasbro put a Y-wing helmet with an a-wing pilot. And now the Rebels a-wing pilots have Y-wing helmets. Uhhh. Anyway yeah Tamer there is one more AT-AT driver helmet left.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 02, 2016, 06:51:16 AM
pretty cool and thanks. Wish the shipping wasn't so much, but thats international rates for you. Gonna have to track one of those down someday.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on April 02, 2016, 08:26:11 PM
Ohh yeah Tamer I forgot to mention, I really like that helmet bag. Did you sew that up? I remember you had the pieces for it in another post. Pretty cool, like a combination AT-AT and a Hothy-like uniform.

  Yeah I'd wait on that AT mini helmet, you can probably find a better price when another listing opens. I got that Y-wing helmet for half that price. That particular seller charges more because he has more. They're fairly rare, and he has the complete collection for sale. I'm hesitating buying a couple helmets from him because of those prices.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 03, 2016, 05:12:56 AM
No, this helmet bag came from a 501st member Wally who makes them for other members. This was his deluxe bag that is designed to look like a Walker's head. I love it!

And yes, I will see if I can find those cheaper down the road. If you see one while you are doing your own searches for a good price, please let me know. And thanks for the other link.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on April 04, 2016, 03:24:04 PM
  I started collecting these Fantasy Flight Games X-wing Miniatures. Not because I'm a gamer but, they're really cool. Better than anything else on the market as far as scale ships go. I got the Rebel Transport, its about 8" long, which surprised me a little. I thought it would be smaller. The x-wings are 1/270 this comes out to about 1/443, if it were truly 1/270 it would be about 18". Weird thing is I bought it for $20 free s+h, when retail is $40. Only thing missing is the x-wing. The package was very carefully opened even the plastic cellophane is intact they just pulled the x-wing out. On eBay there's tons of listing in the same exact condition. That must be an awesome x-wing to be worth $20. But I don't care I just wanted the dang transport.  I'm going to try and crack it open and stick some LEDs in the engines. That would be rad. It could use a paint job too. Its just a heavy black wash on plastic.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on April 05, 2016, 01:10:02 AM
I'd love to buy some more X-Wing miniatures. You can't go wrong with them! And for $20 that transport is a great deal!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 05, 2016, 02:43:00 AM
Great looking ship, might have to pick one up myself at that price!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 05, 2016, 07:45:24 PM
I got my copy right after work and promptly watched it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 06, 2016, 02:38:07 AM
Mine should be here today (ordered it from amazon) and I got in the mail yesterday two jango fetts from big bad toy store and Hasbro sent me a Takodana Encounter and a way for us all to get into Hasbro's booth at SDCC.

Details will be on the front page this morning.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on April 06, 2016, 07:58:20 AM
 I pre ordered my copy on Amazon. Got it yesterday. I have today off so I'll watch it several times.
     I found a 6" Asty on eBay for a good enough price. A Japanese seller is asking $28 free s+h. Not bad I consider the $7 to be a finder's fee plus s+h. But $50 is too dang much. Japanese sellers are great, many of them don't ask ridiculous amounts of money, just enough to make it worth their while. Only problem is a lot of times they misspell the names making them harder to find on the search. Like he called it "ASTI", and it didn't show up on the search.  I assume its in loose condition but I don't care, it saves me from having to take it out of the package. I just wanted it to display with my T-70 x-wing model(s). Along with 6" Poe Dimetapp :P
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on April 06, 2016, 01:16:04 PM
   I got yet another package from Japan today, that I ordered a few weeks ago. Including shipping I played $20 for it.  Its an F-toys Y-wing (with armor plating). pretty cool! Its based off the image from the incredible cross sections book. I like that design better than the clone wars one. Its 1/144 scale so its about 3". Its made of plastic, and the cockpit has clear glass with tiny interior parts. I like it better than the Titanium stuff, I'm not a fan of diecast. It comes with this cool display base with technical information. F-toys makes pretty rad models. They even have the concept A-wing.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 07, 2016, 02:44:20 AM
I have been meaning to pick up the F-Toys AT-AT and AT-ST, they look pretty cool.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 08, 2016, 04:14:27 PM
Continuing with expanding my collection, these figures came in the mail over the past few days. They are:

- 2 Sandtroopers from the ROTS Evolutions pack
I always thought all Sandtroopers had the orange shoulder pad. After seeing ones with white pads I preferred the orange look. I know the orange pad figure from the Vintage Collection goes for quite a bit. I found these figures from the ROTS pack and liked them just as much as the one from TVC. I got 2 for under $20.

- 2 Snowtroopers, one from Saga Legends (removable helmet) and The Black Series (Snowtrooper Commander)

- Boba Fett from The Vintage Collection

I prefer all my troopers with no removable helmets. Its the POTF in me, plus there's that link to the Prequel Trilogy which I don't collect. The Snowtrooper from the Saga Legends line does have a removable helmet, but at least the helmet covers the entire head. I'm looking to get 2 troopers of each kind. I really like the Snowtrooper Commander figure, but realized the commander and Saga Legends figure are different. I got one of each, that way I have 2 Snowtrooper figures regardless.

The Boba Fett figure has a removable helmet. I asked the seller on ebay, he told me there was no removable helmet, so when I got it in the mail I was a little ticked. I'm guessing this is the Empire version, as the one from TVC Jedi doesn't have a removable helmet. It's not the end of the world though, it'll do for now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 09, 2016, 06:24:31 AM
You can't go wrong with OT Troopers in my opinion. I remember driving all over creation to find that Stormtrooper Evolutions Pack the one time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 11, 2016, 12:21:33 PM
Picked up a General Lando figure from The Vintage Collection from one of the mods off Rebelscum for $12 shipped. Considering what I see this going for on ebay, this was a score. The cheapest I see is one loose buy it now of $21.50. Carded I see them generally going for above $40. It didn't have the cardback but the figure was still sealed in the blister part.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on April 11, 2016, 02:16:05 PM
When TFA was released I went before class and picked up two copies of the Bluray (one for a giveaway my senior project team did), as well as the Crimson Corsair 2-pack, and a 6 inch Jango Fett. I went around and around with myself on how to spend my $50 at Target to qualify for the $10 coupon.  :-\
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 15, 2016, 12:29:48 PM
Picked up a First Order Stormtrooper at Walgreens of all places.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 16, 2016, 12:16:55 PM
Stopped in a vintage toy shop today and snagged a Black Series Stormtrooper #08.  These look better then the Black Series #13 re-release.

Looking for one more as I'm getting 2 of each kind of trooper. Then I'd like to get 2 Bicker Scouts from TBS #07.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 17, 2016, 07:12:25 AM
I would love to see Hasbro re-release that body (08) with the helmet from the Saga Legends version that was out at the same time. I don't think you could improve upon that combination. Good pick ups.

I keep hoping to find Ahsoka!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 19, 2016, 06:21:26 PM
Picked up The Black Series Titanium A-wing and Star Destroyer from Hasbro's ebay store. They were $4.99 each with free shipping. I also had $2 from an ebay gift card which went towards my order.

At my job I recently got a bonus. After members call in, they are sent a survey and if they check off they were "totally satisfied" it goes towards an incentive I can get. The more "totally satisfied" I get, the more my bonus will be. I got the highest, being $225 so I used it to buy a Force FX lightsaber. I bought Luke's blue lightsaber. I would have bought Luke's green one as that is more iconic, but it was more expensive. I went with the blue one as it reappeared in TFA so I figured it would be sought after even more eventually. Also as goofy as it sounds, blue is my favorite color.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on April 19, 2016, 09:38:46 PM
That is one heck of an incentive!!!!!  :o
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 20, 2016, 05:45:40 AM
Sweet pick ups and glad to hear your job is going great!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 25, 2016, 02:44:59 PM
Thanks Tamer. Job's going well, I like it. I'm just glad things are finally working out. As for the lightsaber, after showing one of my friends, he wants one now lol. He's looking to get Vader's.

Two more pickups today. I left work early as I had a dentist appointment, so afterwards I took a ride and found an OT 6" Stormtrooper for $25 at a local comic shop called Newbury Comics. I saw one a few months ago in the same store but in a mall downtown They wanted $40 for it. I'm glad I waited, and this would probably be around the price I would have paid if I got it off ebay. When I got home my Vintage Collection Admiral Ackbar was waiting for me, which I got off someone at Rebelscum for $17.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on April 25, 2016, 03:15:24 PM
Cool stuff, Akbar is awesome!
   I got another 1/5 mini helmet today in the mail. This time the Rebel (fleet) Trooper. Its pretty rad, it has the chin strap, and the helmet has a nice shiny gloss. No moving parts, but it has a nicely detailed com link thing on it. Of course it comes with the stand and acrylic cover. Its a fairly rare helmet, due to my patience and persistence I paid less than $25 including shipping from Spain. Good deal. It will go well with my Tantive IV stuff. One of the things I still remember distinctly from the first time I saw Star Wars was the boarding of the Tantive IV. From then on I was hooked.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 26, 2016, 02:48:23 AM
Good pick up folks. Still trying to reel in a 6" Ahsoka. I did get in the 6" ANH Lukes the other day and they look pretty good. I have seen worse Luke likenesses thats for sure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 29, 2016, 11:45:55 AM
*gets paycheck*
*blows paycheck*

I told myself just pilots in the 6" line. Oops.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 02, 2016, 08:06:29 AM
Cool deal, I got in another 6" ANH Luke and Ahsoka and was even lucky enough to nab the Kmart Exclusive Rey.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 02, 2016, 02:46:30 PM
Just won the new Han Solo (Starkiller Base) figure off ebay for $21.50. I really wasn't trying to win this figure, I put in a max bid just to see and ended up winning. I had some money left over on an ebay gift card so really I'm just paying for the shipping. I would have preferred to get this in store (thrill of the hunt) but whatever. Better to be safe then sorry. I've only seen the 5POA Han twice, one of which when I picked him up. Out of the new wave, Han was the one I really wanted, even if he didn't wear the coat for very long (still prefer the regular outfit though).

I plan on dry brushing the hair gray again as I did with the 6" and 5POA figure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 04, 2016, 03:56:47 PM
Happy May the 4th! Here are my pickups for today. They were bought off ebay, except for the 6" TIE pilot, which was bought off a collecting group off Facebook. Finally got the Boba Fett figure I wanted, Vintage Collection #09 ROTJ (no removable helmet) and Starkiller Base Han. Got him for $21.50, but had an ebay gift card so really I just paid for shipping. I plan to dry brush his hair gray like the other Han figures.

Awesome to receive these on May the 4th.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 05, 2016, 03:00:00 AM
That Han looks great, might have to pick that one up. Yesterday was really cool. I got in my K-Mart Exclusive Rey (she looks great) and a cool May the 4th Gift from Hasbro.

You can see the photo roll of that on the front page or our FB Page.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 06, 2016, 12:30:02 PM
Picked up a 6" First Order TIE Pilot today at K-Mart. It was my first time in there in many years. They also had a few of the new 6" Starkiller Base Kylo Rens and one Starkiller Base Rey. Also saw the 5POA Han for the 3rd time and a 5POA Rey for the first.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 06, 2016, 09:36:20 PM
 The result when you find $200 from Christmas that you (somehow) completely forgot about.

Also there should be an original TIE pilot, forgot to put him in for the picture lol.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 08, 2016, 05:24:57 AM
Now thats some awesome six inch goodness.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 09, 2016, 07:53:58 PM
It's safe to say I got a good deal here. The Walmart near where I live has the Falcon on clearance for $98, yet the one near my job had it on clearance for even less. I missed out on the BMF, so I'm glad I waited. This is also my first "big" Falcon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 11, 2016, 02:17:51 AM
I still feel that first BMF Falcon is the definitive version. Great deal though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on May 12, 2016, 09:40:29 PM
Yeah, you can't really complain at that price!

A few days ago my hometown's Walmart closed, and I scored a 2012 Aurra Sing for $6. The next day the new Super Center opened, and I scored the TFA Ackbar and Squad Leader Stormtrooper!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 13, 2016, 02:55:57 AM
I don't really collect them at all, but I picked up the Funko POP AT-AT Driver this week. Kinda cute.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 21, 2016, 11:37:53 AM
Same here Tamer. My birthday was the 13th, and one of my good friends got me the Funko POP Poe Dameron.

Today I picked up another Black Series #08 Stormtrooper. Found him at a Gamestop. Now I have 2 of each. Looking to get some Biker Scouts, AT-AT Drivers and some TIE Pilots now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 22, 2016, 05:23:04 AM
I see that Poe in my local wally world. Seemed cool. I got my pop at-at driver in and it was dinged up so I had to send it back, back to eBay. Another one hopefully will be here by week's end. I also see there is a regular non Walgreens one too. Daggone!

Oh, I also bought two Pittsburg Steelers Star Wars Banners. Oh yes, combining two of my favorite things is cool. GL1 have you seen these?
(http://i.imgur.com/4Xq70SI.png)
I can pm you an eBay Link if you are interested. Or anyone else for that matter. They have most NFL and Major League Baseball teams.

My buddy got one at the Orioles Ball Park earlier in the week. He paid way more than he should have.

UPDATE: Here is a link to get to the full posting and different genres of these. I did a front page story:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10080.msg193575#msg193575
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 22, 2016, 04:24:45 PM
That's awesome. I plan on getting one. They also had another Red Sox one, it said "Red Sox Empire" but I prefer the one posted here. Also, the Yankees, who are the biggest rivals to the Red Sox, have been referred to as "The Evil Empire" because of how much money they spend on free agents. All the more I'm going with the one here haha.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 23, 2016, 02:53:40 AM
Yeah, I have a Steelers Empire one too. Pretty cool if you ask me.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: PROVOST on May 23, 2016, 09:13:41 AM
My most recent addition -


(http://s33.postimg.org/8aalpamxb/SAM_1291.jpg) (http://postimg.org/image/65q8o7laj/full/)


Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on May 23, 2016, 01:41:37 PM
Nice score!!!!!!!! I'd like to still pick up a few more Disney B-A-Ds myself!

For some reason, this week has been really weird for me. I wanted to inexplicably watch TPM, and after doing so I felt a strange desire to buy some TMP stuff...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 24, 2016, 02:28:21 AM
Nice droid. Would love to get one like it!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: PROVOST on May 24, 2016, 04:14:10 AM
I saw that tunghori has that droid for sale loose.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 24, 2016, 04:45:31 AM
I saw that tunghori has that droid for sale loose.

I am one of those dreaded momc carded guys. I love it on the card you have.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: PROVOST on May 24, 2016, 05:56:13 AM
Ah yeah,I hear you on that.

If I like a toy enough do loose and MOC.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on May 24, 2016, 10:54:59 AM
That's what I do as well. That way I can also chose the figure with better paint applications to open.  :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 26, 2016, 07:11:09 AM
I got in my Bandai Star Destroyer and it was gorgeous including the box it came in. All the way from Japan!

My NFL Vader Flags both showed up damaged. The printing was absolutely awful with stains. I hope my next set is better quality. I can't seem to get a good Funko AT-AT Driver either.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 26, 2016, 08:42:53 AM
The new Black Series wave has finally started hitting RI. I stopped at a Walmart after work but was too late, however I didn't leave empty handed. I bought a FO Stormtrooper (my second one) and Vader. Not really liking the arms on Vader but at least I have one now. The paint apps on the Stormtrooper are pretty good, no complaints.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 27, 2016, 02:22:07 AM
Good pick ups, I need to be on the look out for those.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on June 03, 2016, 12:35:20 PM
Recent pickups this past week. I got The Black Series Biker Scout for $24.99 at a small local comic shop. I was surprised they didn't overcharge. That same night I was over a friends house for the Sox game, he found an Action Fleet X-wing. The laser cannons are broken and no figures but I have extras. It was nice of him to give it to me, I'll have it as custom fodder.

Lastly, today I finally found the new Black Series wave. I snagged the last Leia and Han (keeping one with original paint apps while I paint the hair on the first). No luck with Phasma yet though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 05, 2016, 04:34:51 AM
Wow, new Wally World Black Series. Looks good. Still not sure I am gonna bite on the Leia, but the Hoth Han for sure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on June 07, 2016, 01:07:50 AM
I got a Po Nudo figure online this week for a couple bucks! That is a figure that I've wanted for a while, but never quite seen at a low enough price, but I finally found one!  :)

Next I'm going to start looking for those Rebel Ground Crew with Yavin Transports. I need like 3 crew guys still, and would like to get them soon...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: PROVOST on June 08, 2016, 05:28:20 AM
Some vintage additions -


(http://s33.postimg.org/lsf9no5tb/SAM_1320.jpg) (http://postimg.org/image/vpqagqdez/full/)

(http://s33.postimg.org/aqa6p8bqn/SAM_1326.jpg) (http://postimg.org/image/tvdfyzqej/full/)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 10, 2016, 04:20:43 AM
Looks good. Nice shape those vintage figures.

I got in the Steelers Empire Flag in great shape this time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on June 10, 2016, 11:37:54 AM
Almost forgot to post this. I picked up the Disney Store Titanium First Order TIE and Special Forces TIE from a fellow scummer at Rebelscum. Got them for $10 each.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on June 11, 2016, 05:42:02 PM
  I got one of these Tervis Star Wars cups. They are double walled and vacuumed sealed, making it great for hot or cold drinks. This one is pretty cool, most of the images are from ANH except for Boba Fett. They make many different styles mostly TFA, now. They got some cool ones on Amazon like Yoda, BB-8, X-wing blueprints ect. I've bought Tervis glasses before, (Washington Capitals) they're great. I would not recommend putting them in the dishwasher.  They can crack causing leaks and eventually mold, not cool. I bought the 16oz, they also have 24oz.  All in all, I'll keep buying Tervis. It's a great product, made in America, lifetime guaranteed (eehhh, just hand wash them), with cool designs (pretty much anything).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 13, 2016, 06:07:15 AM
I need to find some of those Tervis Cups. Time to go look on amazon and see if they have any walkers yet!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on June 13, 2016, 08:29:55 PM
Awesome purchases guys!!! I really like those Disney vehicles for some reason, though I've never seen them in person.

Does anyone know where I could find a few things (for an affordable amount)? I'm looking for several Yavin Rebel Technicians/Yavin Speeders and the newest Luke's Snowspeeder.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on June 18, 2016, 07:36:06 PM
Finally found a 3.75" Black Series Phasma on Thursday before work. They had a fresh case so there were 2 each of the new Han, Leia and Phasma. I hate going into that Walmart near my job because of the area, but I go in for convenience sake as its the only one I can hit up at 8am. It paid off this time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 19, 2016, 06:43:23 AM
Cool deal on that Phasma, I have yet to see that new wave yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on June 22, 2016, 02:50:11 PM
Bought another Starkiller Base Han the other day. The figure I had where I repainted the hair had wonky eyes. This one had better paint apps so I'm just replacing it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 23, 2016, 04:34:11 AM
The figure I had where I repainted the hair had wonky eyes. This one had better paint apps so I'm just replacing it.

I kinda thought that when I saw you had fixed the hair. Glad to hear they aren't all like that.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on June 24, 2016, 07:40:09 PM
Snagged a 6" Rey tonight at Gamestop, Luke's lightsaber included.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on June 27, 2016, 08:38:06 PM
I got two of the articulated TFA Stormtroopers from Walmart yesterday. I couldn't pass them up since we might now see SA versions of these figures ever again.  :-\
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on June 28, 2016, 07:36:15 PM
Newest 6" Black Series pickups from Rebelscum.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 03, 2016, 06:16:19 PM
At a local comic shop I picked up the POTF Shadows of the Empire Boba Fett vs. IG-88 2-pack they were selling for $9.99. Shadows is my favorite story so I've been after the figures, which I'm almost finished with. Turns out when you go to the store and buy something that's listed on their ebay store, you get 20% off, so after tax the total was $8.50. There's a little dust, but its still brand new sealed in the package.

Very happy with my purchase.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 04, 2016, 05:27:35 AM
I have one of those comic packs somewhere. I like the SOTE stuff too. I would love to get the purple box slave one sometime too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on July 04, 2016, 09:06:47 AM
That comic pack looks like it's in great condition, and that's a great price!

The purple packaging was always really cool to me as a kid. Not to mention Dash Rendar was always "me" when I played.  ;D :P
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 04, 2016, 03:02:46 PM
I loved Shadows and always thought the purple packaging was so cool. It's probably the only story I fully got into. I read the book/comic book and played the game, and a friend got me the soundtrack as well. I pretty much know Shadows like the back of my hand. Dash needs an update bad. I'm surprised we never got a Leebo figure.


During my lunch break at work I stopped in Walmart and bought Jakku Finn. They had TBS figures lowered to $14.97. He was the last to get for this line for TFA, and with him pegwarming as much as he is, I didn't feel like paying full price for him.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on July 09, 2016, 03:19:29 PM
Picked up these three during the 4th of July weekend. Gonna use Kanan's blaster for Jedi Luke.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 10, 2016, 05:04:25 AM
Nice pick ups. I haven't seen anything new on the pegs in awhile!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on July 13, 2016, 04:10:41 AM
I bought an EFX ST helmet a little while ago, to wear to the upcoming SW CE3 in London. I don't have a full body armour set (yet...), but instead I'll put on a classy business suit. I know, it's been done before, but I think it's a great alternative to the real thing.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 13, 2016, 06:22:13 PM
Just came in the mail today. Very happy to get Jedi Luke. Just need a Sandtrooper with orange pauldron and I'll be caught up.

Father and Son reunited.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 14, 2016, 05:52:39 AM
Looks good, I just can't wait for the latest 6 in wave (TESB themed) to come out. Snowtroopers and AT-AT Drivers in multiples for me I hope!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 14, 2016, 06:41:07 PM
Looks good, I just can't wait for the latest 6 in wave (TESB themed) to come out. Snowtroopers and AT-AT Drivers in multiples for me I hope!

Me too. Now that I got hooked on the 6" line, I'm really excited for the Snowtrooper and AT-AT Driver.


My TFA pickups tonight. Keep an eye out for the Takadona set, the Walmart I got it at had it on sale for $19. At that price I ended up biting. The only figure I don't need is Finn. Maz and BB-8 will go on my TFA shelf, and the other BB-8 figure will go back with the Falcon, along with Rey now.

Had to get R2/3PO set. I also got Chewie, I plan on making a custom super articulated Chewie this weekend, providing the other figure arrives.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on July 19, 2016, 04:30:06 AM
Treated myself and my girls on quite a few goodies at Celebration Europe III :D

- Two Chubby sets (Yoda/Mace/Obi-Wan and 3PO/R2/Jawa)
- Four cuddly toys (Rey, Chewie, R2 and BB-8)
- Bandai Ronin Boba Fett figure (wanted the Royal Guard, but it was sold out) I think I'll write a review, if that's okay with you guys :D
- The Force in the Flesh Volume II, which I had signed by Shane Turgeon, the author
- various buttons
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 19, 2016, 05:26:14 AM
Cool pick ups. And yes please do a review. I will make a button for it and put it in the Imperial Review Archives in addition to page coverage.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 19, 2016, 05:17:01 PM
I picked up the Titanium Ultra Biggs' X-wing. It was at $40 so I bit the bullet, that's the lowest I've seen it. I took it out of the display case as I don't like them and have no room for them. I really like this one. Unlike Luke's X-wing, this one is much lighter, and the engines have red paint on them, giving it an engine glow. I just need Vader's TIE and I'll be caught up with this line.

I had an extra Biggs figure so I dropped him in.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 20, 2016, 06:06:40 PM
Picked up an Action Fleet Biggs' X-wing with the white bands on the engines, and Zam Wessell's Speeder for custom purposes.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 21, 2016, 05:28:38 AM
Nice pick ups. I just bought some Boba Fett Swim Trunks for $15!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth Aussie on July 24, 2016, 02:28:29 PM
3 more GG busts. Sandtrooper Sergeant (white Pauldron) , Blue Senate Guard and Red Galactic Marine, Should be here this week.....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 24, 2016, 05:37:48 PM
Cleaned house at Walmart the other day. Bought a second of each. Couldn't resist at the lowered price of $14.92.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 25, 2016, 09:05:38 AM
Ordered a set of TK Armor!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 26, 2016, 07:08:08 PM
I bought 2 each of the Build-A-Weapon First Order TIE Pilot and Snowtrooper figures from ebay. They were $4.95 and $5.95, respectively, with free shipping. Total came to just under $22.

I told myself I wouldn't buy 5POA figures. The only 5POA figures I have is the Takadona set (for Maz), the rest went in the Falcon. I have Snap and Asty as my main focus is pilots (and Asty being a reference to the Beastie Boys factored in). Also Han as well because he was in his main outfit. Lastly I have the 3PO/R2 set and Chewie (made a SA version though). I usually only buy core characters, and thankfully most were in the SA line.

While I don't think 5POA is that bad for figures like the troopers, characters like Han Solo shouldn't get the 5POA treatment.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 27, 2016, 08:25:52 AM
I got in the SDCC Exclusives yesterday. That Obi Set blew me away!

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on July 29, 2016, 02:45:24 PM
Got Lego Star Wars The Force Awakens (PS3) today. It'll be great playing that with my girls!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 30, 2016, 05:02:22 AM
Got Lego Star Wars The Force Awakens (PS3) today. It'll be great playing that with my girls!

That sounds like fun. I need to try that with my own daughter.

I got in the new Toys R US 6" Astro-Mech 3 Pack. It looks pretty good. The paint job on the droids looks great.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 30, 2016, 11:19:16 AM
I also picked up the 6" Astro 3 pack today. I wouldn't say I collect Astros but I do like to get them if they are assigned to a pilot. It's definitely a great set. Hopefully this means we see Wedge, Biggs and Red Leader in the 6" line.

I snagged a DeAgostini AT-PT off ebay the other day. I've always been a fan of this design since the original Rogue Squadron (and its sequels). They go very nice with the Action Fleets.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 30, 2016, 06:51:07 PM
Took a ride later in the day with some friends to a few local comic shops. I ended up snagging a second OT Stormtrooper and TIE Pilot.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 01, 2016, 02:15:00 PM
Picked up 2 Flametroopers from Dorkside, thanks to the heads up by JDeck! Figures came to $12, free shipping.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on August 02, 2016, 09:12:14 PM
Picked up 2 Flametroopers from Dorkside, thanks to the heads up by JDeck! Figures came to $12, free shipping.
  Yeah they had some great deals. Too bad they didn't have ackbar. But the flame troopers are a good find.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 02, 2016, 09:30:56 PM
Yeah they had some great deals. Too bad they didn't have ackbar. But the flame troopers are a good find.

Yeah Ackbar is all I need. I just picked up Nien Nunb, both from TFA and The Vintage Collection.


So... this happened. I'm the proud owner now of a BMF!

(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/redsoxfan25/Star%20Wars/Vehicles/bmf.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 03, 2016, 05:04:07 AM
That BMF puts all other versions to shame. Its a shame we can't get more vehicles like it and the AT-AT.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 07, 2016, 05:53:08 AM
Folks, remember the Big 6" TFA TIE Fighter? I got one for $50 at Target yesterday. Might want to head there and get a deal!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on August 09, 2016, 10:28:55 AM
Ordered a set of TK Armor!

What kind of armor did you get? I purchased the Anovos kit a while back when it was cheap. I've yet to start on it though. I was hoping I would get around to it over Summer break, but my vacation has flew by.  :-\ Nice score on the TIE too! They're still $118 here. I don't collect that scale at all; however it would be hard to pass up for a $50 bill.

Goldleaderone, excellent score on that BMF!!! If I ever see another one for the right price I'd like to pick it up and paint it. You can't beat that Falcon though! You'll definitely be happy with it.

As of late, I've not bought any SW stuff...There just isn't anything I want. I'll probably pick up some RO stuff when it hits stores. I'm hoping to see an Imperial Tank vehicle or something. In the meantime, I did get these two 3.75 Alien Colonial Marines!
(http://www.yakfaceforums.com/phpBB3/download/file.php?id=7241&t=1)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 09, 2016, 04:06:01 PM
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Goldleaderone, excellent score on that BMF!!! If I ever see another one for the right price I'd like to pick it up and paint it. You can't beat that Falcon though! You'll definitely be happy with it.

I definitely approve.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 12, 2016, 04:28:01 PM
Friday's haul includes..

At a local Walgreen's I picked up 6" TBS Commander Cody and Clone Trooper Sergeant for some trades on Rebelscum. They were also on sale, total came to $30.

6" TBS Farmboy Luke and a FO Snowtrooper Officer. After 4 Targets I found Luke and got it for the clearance price. I told myself I wasn't going to buy any officer troopers but gave in.

Also picked up another Starkiller Base Han Solo. I'm hoping to have someone make me a super articulated TFA Han.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 13, 2016, 06:50:09 AM
Dorkside Toys has the 6" Flametroopers and Snowtroopers for $7.50. I couldn't pass that up and I threw in a POP T-Shirt Hoth to get free shipping.

I also received word this morning my Stormtrooper Armor has shipped!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on August 13, 2016, 03:47:30 PM
Man, those are some great scores for both of you! I saw the Facebook post about EE's Summer clearance, and I looked and looked for something to buy. I couldn't find anything.  :-[
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 15, 2016, 05:30:10 PM
So am I a TRAITOR for getting this guy from ebay for $10.50 rather then the 2-pack for $40? I picked up Jakku Poe a few months ago for $15 so I saved 15 bucks rather then buying the set at Target, which is still $40.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 20, 2016, 10:24:56 AM
Snagged a 6" General Hux at a local comic shop the other night.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 22, 2016, 02:06:12 AM
Thats great. I still don't have a Hux yet myself.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 23, 2016, 07:53:19 PM
A couple of pickups this past week.

- Black Series 6" Palpatine and Sandtrooper (orange pauldron).

- TFA Admiral Ackbar and (second) Han Solo figure. Did a trade with someone on Rebelscum, I sent him a 6" Clone Trooper Sergeant for these 2 figures. Funny that we got our packages the same day. I'm now caught up with my TFA collection.

- Lastly a Shadows of the Empire comic 2-pack with Prince Xizor and Princess Leia. I picked this up about 2 weeks ago, threw it in my trunk and completely forgot about it lol. I just need the Darth Vader/Xizor 2-pack, and some Micro Machine packs and my SOTE collection will be caught up.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 24, 2016, 02:59:16 AM
Comic packs rule. So wish they would make some new ones.

Got in my Anovos Stormtrooper kit yesterday. Looks fantastic.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on August 24, 2016, 04:43:56 PM
I wish I would have been collecting more when the comic packs were out. I missed many of them!!!

You can't go wrong with the Anovos Stormtrooper kit!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 25, 2016, 02:52:40 AM
You can't go wrong with the Anovos Stormtrooper kit!!!

It sure doesn't seem so. The more research I do the more accurate it seems. I am hoping I can get to an armor part with my local 501st garrison here real soon to get started on it. I need to find a place to get my undersuit, boots, and whatever else I need.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 26, 2016, 11:59:21 AM
Picked up a few Black Series figures recently.

- Two 3.75" Biker Scouts. Just looking for some TIE Pilots and AT-AT Drivers now.

- Two more Snowtroopers from Target. If anyone has 2 spare pauldrons (black and white) let me know. Thanks.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 28, 2016, 07:25:57 AM
Great pick ups. Before I forget if you want anymore 6" FO Snowtroopers or Flametroopers, Dorkside Toy has em for $7.50 in four packs.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 30, 2016, 05:01:10 PM
I ended up taking the Snowtroopers back. Nothing was wrong or anything with them. I wanted to make 2 customs with them, one with a white and one with a black pauldron. It would be easier for me to just pick up 2 Snowtrooper Officer figures and just repaint those pauldrons. We still have 2 more movies to get through anyway, they might be made in the future.

I scored an Action Fleet Y-wing off ebay last night (Gold Leader's version) for $1.99 ($5 after shipping).  Its without any figures or the engines, but that's fine because I have it for a planned custom.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 07, 2016, 04:51:45 PM
$11.99 from Hasbro Toy Shop's ebay store. Free shipping too.

Hope others scored as well!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 08, 2016, 02:31:44 AM
I sure didn't. I got an email they were back in stock yesterday morning, but the link they sent didn't work.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on September 08, 2016, 11:31:30 AM
I almost...ALMOST bought two of them because I think they'd look nice displayed with one another, but I couldn't get myself to buy them because I don't want to support the 6 inch line.  :-X
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 08, 2016, 02:44:26 PM
Yeah this was my second one. I was originally going to just buy a Biker Scout figure separate, I didn't really care for the bike. Have one riding the bike, the other standing next to him on display. At that price though it was hard to say no.

Apparently they went on sale again today but I was at work so I couldn't relay the info again.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on September 08, 2016, 04:49:21 PM
  I realized the other day I needed a good 3.75" Darth Vader figure.  So I looked around, read some  reviews and decided on the Black series #26 Vader. Some say it's the best, others say it's the worst. I think it's tremendous. Yeah, it's ROTS version, but I don't  really  care, it's just a great figure. The head sculpt looks good, right shape, size and it isn't  deformed. The articulation is  superb, and the joints are well hidden. The best thing about it is, it doesn't have the soft goods chain around his neck. I hate that,  it looks like Flavor Flav,  or Vader flav. So vast improvement in  that department. A lot of folks complain about the head falling off, but I've had no problems at all. The only complaint  I have, is the sheer cape, that all Vader figures have, I could replace it easily  enough, if I can find suitable  material.  So cool figure. I give Hasbro  a hard time sometimes,  but i have to give them credit when they make a great figure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 09, 2016, 02:53:01 AM
That was a good Vader.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 09, 2016, 11:40:53 AM
Pickups for today include..

3.75" Black Series Stormtrooper for $10 and change.

TIE and Snowspeeder for $13.78 and $8.98 respectively at Target.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 10, 2016, 04:18:59 AM
You are getting some great prices. I got in my AT-AT Blueprint thanks to you GL1.

I also got in some AT-AT Door Lights! These are the ones that attach to your car doors and then shine down at night.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 10, 2016, 06:41:39 AM
Awesome! Did it come in a frame or was it just the blueprint itself? I'm going to get the Snowspeeder one shortly.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 10, 2016, 07:39:00 PM
Picked up Captain Needa for $12.99 and General Rieekan for $1.99 at a local toy shop.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 11, 2016, 05:51:00 AM
Awesome! Did it come in a frame or was it just the blueprint itself? I'm going to get the Snowspeeder one shortly.

It came in a frame and had a Star Destroyer One on the back side. I definitely called that a plus!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 14, 2016, 02:57:57 PM
Bought two Jon "Dutch" Vander figures of Hasbro's ebay store for some planned customs. They were $4.99 each, free shipping.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on September 14, 2016, 03:22:00 PM
   That's  a  great deal GL1!
  I got me a MIB Kenner Deluxe Probe droid, for about 10 bucks with shipping. I remember when I got one as a kid, i was on vacation. I dont remember anything  about the vacation, but i remember getting one of these. Its a great figure, its stood the test of time and hasn't been replaced as a great probe droid.  Hasbro did a repaint several years ago but didn't  change the structure of the figure. I will make a custom out of it. Cleaning the lines getting rid of the missile, and of course a repaint. Outside of that there's not much that needs fixing.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 15, 2016, 03:05:54 AM
Probe Droids are awesome. I would love to see em make a deluxe pack of one of those in six inch scale. Me and about a million others I am sure. Good deal on Hasbro's eBay Store.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 15, 2016, 05:14:14 PM
I still have my POTF Probe Droid. Great deal on that too.

I scored a Titanium Ultra Vader TIE from ebay for $9.95.  After shipping it came to $17 and change. I'm amazed at the deals I've been getting, and now I've completed the Titanium Ultra part of my collection. I was also surprised to see there was a Vader figure inside.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on September 22, 2016, 07:57:58 PM
I made an in-store purchase today!  :o

While in Walmart I scanned the Special Ops TIE and an armor-up Special Forces TIE pilot. They scanned much cheaper than what their tags said, so I walked out with both for under $25.

The wings are warped, but I'm going to probably customize it anyway, so no real issue.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 22, 2016, 08:38:22 PM
Great deals! I picked one up at Target last week for $13.78. The wings were warped to hell on mine too. Besides the rubbery wings its actually not that bad. I thought the under-side of the cockpit to store the pilot's weapon was a neat touch.


One Walmart near me finally lowered the Resistance X-wings to $25 so I snagged one tonight. I plan to customize it into a Red Squadron X-wing.

Last Sunday before work I picked up another First Order Stormtrooper. Still on clearance for $10.83.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 23, 2016, 02:07:37 AM
I can't even find time to take a picture, but my Sideshow AT-AT Driver came in today. It was indeed pricey, but hands down is the best representation of this character I have seen. Its not perfect, but daggone close!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 24, 2016, 10:47:46 AM
Scored an Action Fleet X-wing (Wedge's) on ebay for just $9.80 shipped. It came with the R2 unit, no Wedge. I'm looking to customize it a bit as my own personal X-wing. Yeah I love Action Fleet that much lol. My favorite/lucky number is 2 so that's why I picked up Wedge's.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on September 24, 2016, 01:10:33 PM
Found a couple of the Rogue One VS. 2 packs at the local Walmart in Lees summit, Mo today that raised a red flag at the register when I went to pay but, when the supervisor didn't appear to check my questionable "not supposed to be on the shelf yet" items, my cashier typed around the problem and now they are mine.
$14.95 each was the damage.
  These things aren't set to hit the shelves till next Friday, I believe.
No sign of the six inchers or any singles from that Line. Just stacks of pegwarmers.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 25, 2016, 05:48:08 AM
Hey Clint, good to see you back! I wondered what you were up too.

I am surprised more folks aren't getting the goods. I think some stores are already setting our their stuff.

On another note, I put in my order for that great Death Star Playset you saw on the front page. So cool!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on September 25, 2016, 06:32:30 PM
I Seen that. Very droolworthy indeed.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 25, 2016, 07:26:33 PM
Still haven't seen any Rogue One product yet here in RI. However a fellow scummer from Boston stated he saw the new U-wing and TIE Striker.

I picked up a First Order TIE Fighter Elite pilot from Walmart this morning before work (armor up version). It was on clearance for $7 but surprisingly rang up for $4.28. Got him for my Special Ops TIE.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 26, 2016, 05:12:33 PM
Came home from work and a few packages were waiting for me.

- A few mixed parts of build-a-droid pieces from Disney and The Legacy Collection. I ended up making my own personal astromech unit, which can be seen in my custom figures thread.

- Picked up a custom Shadows of the Empire Dash Rendar figure from the Battle of Hoth. As a pilot collector and huge fan of Shadows I had to get this. I have a pilot Dash but it isn't super articulated. I love the cardback, but I really want to take him out of the package. What's awesome is in the item description on ebay, it said this was made by Wookieballs, so if you're reading this, great custom! (the seller wasn't Wookieballs himself). The auction was also up for charity, which was great.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 29, 2016, 02:54:59 PM
Happy (early) Force Friday to me!

I stopped in a Walmart near my job and they had the new 3.75" Black Series on the pegs a day early. I went to a self-checkout and scanned them, they didn't ring up properly, it came up as an error. The girl working the self-checkout was confused and grabbed the manager in charge. She said it must be from the inventory change. They asked me what the price was, which I told them the pegs said $10.83. They put the price in manually for both and off I went with the figures, no issues!

I'm glad I got these a day early, I see these going fast.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Alliance nerd on September 30, 2016, 04:50:49 AM
I got Dexter Jettster, Ep3 Capt Antilles, and Ep3 Mon Mothma yesterday (ebay purchase). 

Jettster is for a custom. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on September 30, 2016, 01:01:54 PM
This morning I went to Target and picked up 2 of the 3 basic figures they had (K-2SO and the Imperial Crew guy), the titanium cargo shuttle, and the TBS Stormtooper helmet, which was my #1 priority today. The $25 off my $100 purchase was awesome! They didn't hardly have anything on the pegs or shelves though, which was disappointing! :-\

Then, even worse, I went to Walmart and they had NOTHING.  ::) I'm glad I didn't go at midnight last night!!!!

So I still need to pick up the TIE Striker, and another of K-2SO and the Imperial Crew member. That should get me to the $50 limit for the Target coupon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 30, 2016, 01:33:19 PM
My Force Friday haul for 2016. I only missed out on 3 items so I think I did pretty good. I might take Cassin and Jyn back because when I got home I saw Target will be getting an exclusive 3 pack of the Deathtrooper (with shoulder pauldron and ammo pouches), Cassin (brown jacket) and Jyn. Grabbed the Hot Wheels A-wing in case we don't see it in the Titanium line. Even though I don't like 5POA/limited articulation, I grabbed 2 Stormtroopers because that helmet sculpt is fantastic. I found 2 more Royal Guards, one each at different Walmarts. I will be sending those to a fellow collector. I missed out on the Hovertank pilot but an employee told me to try and call Wednesday, they can hold a figure for me if they get a shipment in.

This Force Friday was just alright for me honestly. I went to 3 Targets, 2 Walmarts and a Toys R Us. I ran into total 3 other people also looking at Star Wars stuff out of all the stores I went to. Even one of the cashiers said she was surprised there weren't a lot of people. I did get up early though, I was at my first store at 8:30 and was done around 11.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on September 30, 2016, 07:04:21 PM
My awesome wife bought me K-2SO from "Rogue One" tonight.

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20160930_214419-1_zps2i0gqk3z.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20160930_214419-1_zps2i0gqk3z.jpg.html)

This is my first Star Wars figure in over a year. I wanted him because Alan Tudyk, one of my favorite actors plays this character in the film.

Last year I wanted Unkar Plutt because Simon Pegg played him but I only ever saw him once and I had no fun money at the time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 01, 2016, 04:51:18 AM
Awesome to see folks getting some goodies.

I had a great box sent to me by Hasbro that had some awesome stuff in it. My daughter is loving the Death Trooper Mask and Nerf Blaster (Jyn's).

I haven't picked a single thing up yet. I am looking for that new TIE Striker, a Royal Guard, and a six inch Death Trooper and K2.

I had the three and three quarter K2 and Stormtrooper in my hands last night, but put em back. I do agree with Gold Leader One that the new Stormtrooper Sculpts look fantastic. It almost looked to me like they might have been more articulated too, but the more I looked the less certain I was so I put em back on the pegs.

Has anyone confirmed the new Rogue One Stormtroopers are five pee oh a?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on October 01, 2016, 11:30:22 AM
  Hey Tamer, whats the story on the 5poa Rogue One Darth Vader you got from Hasbro? I haven't seen it anywhere, is it available? Is the head sculpt nice? I need to replace a vader head on my ESB vader, because its all warped. Usually the 5poa figures at least have good head sculpts.
  As for my finds, bubkus. Walmart didnt even stock up yet. I realize that scalpers arent bad anymore where i live, we still have a few desirable TFA figures. I anticipated striking out so i asked my brother to pick me up some stuff, he lives in a magical land where walmart stocks the shelves and scalpers are nowhere to be found. Outside of the exclusives I'll get everything else on Amazon. For some reason amazon stuff isnt availible for another week or two. Seems odd.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 01, 2016, 12:10:29 PM
  Hey Tamer, whats the story on the 5poa Rogue One Darth Vader you got from Hasbro? I haven't seen it anywhere, is it available? Is the head sculpt nice? I need to replace a vader head on my ESB vader, because its all warped. Usually the 5poa figures at least have good head sculpts.
  As for my finds, bubkus. Walmart didnt even stock up yet. I realize that scalpers arent bad anymore where i live, we still have a few desirable TFA figures. I anticipated striking out so i asked my brother to pick me up some stuff, he lives in a magical land where walmart stocks the shelves and scalpers are nowhere to be found. Outside of the exclusives I'll get everything else on Amazon. For some reason amazon stuff isnt availible for another week or two. Seems odd.

Vader is in Wave 2, should be out in a few weeks. Tamer got lucky :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 01, 2016, 01:16:34 PM
The Rogue One Stormtroopers are indeed 5POA. Still, great helmet sculpts. I may pickup a few Saga Legends Stormtroopers and do a helmet swap.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on October 01, 2016, 01:21:02 PM
Ohh cool thanks, i kind of want that vader now.   I went to a different  walmart grabbed a couple stormtroopers and the imperial flight attendant or whatever, just for the head sculpts. They are awesome  headsculpts indeed. Also grabbed a lando and ackbar. No royal guard :( Im pleased overall, this is the first time I've been able to get a general Lando at a reasonable price. And even though the other figures lack in articulation they do have great detail and make for affordable custom fodder.

  The r1 stormy head is even better than the SL11, which to me was the best stormtrooper head sculpt Hasbro ever made. This one is glossy, and the paint apps are very good. The paint on the SL11 was sloppy in comparison. So this is my new go to head. It does have a ball joint head, but the hole is very small, same size as a human head hole, if that makes sense. So you can do a straight swap with the spacetrooper,  just take off the head, insert new helmet, no dremel. Fyi. The plastic is still easy enough to dremel through, just takes a while. I swapped heads on two legacy Stormtroopers,  one with R1 head other with SL11.

  With the ground crewman you can do a straight headswap with the TIE fighter pilot, (with the removable helmet). However you need to detail the chest armor. Or you can  use the saga DS gunner body, but you'd have to dremel out the head. I may do the later, only thing is the helmet is very small, so dremel carefully.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 01, 2016, 05:06:56 PM
I want to do the same exact thing JDeck. For the bodies, did you use Saga Legends stormies or ones from The Legacy Collection? And its just a simple head swap, no modifications? Just want to confirm before I go through with it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on October 01, 2016, 05:15:55 PM
I want to do the same exact thing JDeck. For the bodies, did you use Saga Legends stormies or ones from The Legacy Collection? And its just a simple head swap, no modifications? Just want to confirm before I go through with it.
  Yeah I used for one the SL25 saga legends 2011, i belive it is the same as the legacy, and I did have to demel that one. The TAC with removable helmet is a straight swap, but the helmet sits a little too high for my liking, but its not bad.  Ive already modified all the ones i have, so i cant show you. I do remember testing it on the legacy space trooper (removable helmet) and it did fit on the neck peg. Id say any stormtrooper with a removable helmet and a human head underneath would be compatible with the r1 head.
  *updated*  it doesnt fit all human stormtrooper  neck pegs, just the space trooper, that i know of. Im not all that familiar with neck peg sizes of stormtroopers, but they are different sizes. Worst case scenario the peg is too big, you could modify the peg. A peg swap isnt ideal, but an option. The easy way is to trim down the peg ball.  Thats why i just dremel out the head.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 02, 2016, 05:08:49 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/uCeiG8V.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/yYadJNF.jpg)

Found a couple things yesterday. Still no Royal Guard or new 6" Figures outside of the ones Hasbro sent me.

  Hey Tamer, whats the story on the 5poa Rogue One Darth Vader you got from Hasbro?

 I anticipated striking out so i asked my brother to pick me up some stuff, he lives in a magical land where walmart stocks the shelves and scalpers are nowhere to be found.

Yeah, I got lucky on that Vader. Its not out for awhile  yet. It does look pretty nice as far as head sculpts go. It could be the best. I need to compare it to a few others.

Keep it coming folks. I need to decide whether to pick up a U-Wing or not.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Alliance nerd on October 03, 2016, 04:08:17 AM
I got the 2-packs with Moroff and Pao because I dig new alien species.  My 3-year old son got the new kids' Stormtrooper mask and my 12 year old daughter got the Lego Carbon Freezing Chamber. 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on October 03, 2016, 06:54:41 PM
My Great Grandpa gave me $100 Saturday, and boy did I feel like a little kid again!

At Target, I ended up getting enough stuff for the 25% off again:

Tie Striker
Both RO 2-packs
Sabine
Jyn
K2SO
Imperial Crew member

And then at TRU I got the Imperial Speeder (which I regret...), but all-in-all, a wonderful joyous day!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 03, 2016, 07:42:43 PM
Isn't that the best? It's awesome going to stores knowing new stuff is being put out. I had fun this year, but the event itself was just "meh" for me. I went to a total of 6 stores, and of all of them I ran into total of 3 others looking at Star Wars stuff. Maybe if I had other people to go with it would be more enjoyable. Its cool though that us collectors have a "day" for ourselves.

Maybe next year I'll wear a shirt that says Goldleaderone so maybe someone might recognize me lol.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on October 03, 2016, 11:22:28 PM
That reminds me! At Target I was down the SW isle looking at stuff on the bottom shelf, and a mom and her 2 kids walks down the isle with a cart. The little boy said something about the new stuff, so I looked up to see if I was in his way. The mom was looking at me, and she gave me the most pitiful, "down her nose" look of disgust. I was really taken aback (or off guard), but I think she was sincerely upset with me that I was looking at toys.

I left with stuff and went to the Halloween section. About 15 minutes later I passed by toys again, just to see if there were any collectors there. There was an 18-20 year old kid down the isle looking. As soon as I approached the isle's endcap he looked up and booked it out of there, as if he was super nervous.  :-\ Apparently social judgement was a super huge thing in this town.  ???

And then at a Walmart an 18-20 year old kid almost pushed me down trying to get one of the RO 2-packs. I was going to talk to him and ask if he collected (he was super giddy), but then he immediately invaded my airspace as he rooted in front of me. I just wanted to look through the TBS 3.75 figures, but he was super pushy.

For TFA it was about the same way...Pushy/angry nerds, mean moms, and like 1 genuinely nice guy who talked for like 15 minutes with me and my friend Matt.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 04, 2016, 02:37:57 AM
Well finally got to a larger retail area and was able to bring home a 6" Ahsoka and two Deathtroopers. If I could just find me a 6" K2SO I would be good. Still no sign of the Walmart 3.75" Waves in my neck of the woods.

I also understand a bit about other adult behavior. My daughter and I found their 6" set up right about a huge U-Wing and my daughter was excited that she found it before me. Well I looked through what they had left (6 Deathtroopers) and then wandered back to their regular toy aisle to see if the 3.75" was there (no luck). When I came back to go to checkout I noticed a guy with his buggy full of 6" figures and took him for a collector (boy was I wrong). I asked him if he had seen any 6" K2SOs and man did he give me a dirty look, mutter no, and then placed himself between me and the 6" figures. If I hadn't had my daughter with me I would have let him know exactly what I thought. Course my daughter summed it up nicely as we were walking away with, "Daddy you always help people find toys." I just smiled at the guy and walked away. Kinda sad.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 08, 2016, 04:15:31 PM
I scored this awesome Disney parks exclusive R5-M4 on the NYCC showroom floor for only $12, same as the retail price at the parks and I saved a trip to Florida ;)

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20161008_124953-1_zps0veetb9l.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20161008_124953-1_zps0veetb9l.jpg.html)

The card back got bent in my bag but I do not care as I am an opener anyway. I need to make some wires for his feet though as the new molds the parks use do not have them :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 08, 2016, 06:08:17 PM
There is a collectible store near where I live, and their warehouse had a Columbus Day weekend sale. They didn't have anything that was a "wow" factor but I did get some great deals. Total came to $22.

POTF Probe Droid - $4.00
SOTE Vader/Xizor 2-pack - $7.00
SOTE metal collector cards - $3.00
Action Fleet X-wing (Luke's, flight controller) - $3.00
Boston Red Sox Manny Ramirez figure by McFarlane - $5.00
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 09, 2016, 07:34:13 AM
Wow, love seeing that older stuff. I would love to visit that warehouse.

Lets see, I have added the U-Wing and two 6" K-2SOs to my collection since I last posted. Just a royal guard from the 3.75" line and I am all caught up till that next great six inch wave hits.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 11, 2016, 03:25:26 PM
Picked up a third Death Trooper yesterday, but I'm hoping to trade him for the Imperial Hovertank Pilot from Toys R Us. Walmart only had 2 there, and I didn't have quite enough cash on me at the time. I was cutting it close with work so I just hid them, one behind some Halo figures and another in a toy dump truck. Both were still there when I came back during my lunch break.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 12, 2016, 04:53:16 PM
I finally grabbed TBS 6" R2-D2 and a Disney Store titanium Y-wing (2nd variant), both ebay pickups.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 13, 2016, 02:03:31 AM
I am liking the Astros in the six inch series. I so wish I had bought Darth Maul back when he came out too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on October 13, 2016, 09:18:21 AM
You need a 6" Maul? I've got one, loose complete.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 14, 2016, 02:56:21 AM
You need a 6" Maul? I've got one, loose complete.

I have been looking for a boxed one Volker, but I appreciate the offer.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 14, 2016, 05:40:17 PM
Few more pickups this weekend.

TFA Han Solo
Disney Store B-wing
Hot Wheels Partisan X-wing
TBS 6" Stormtrooper


I'm looking to sell some of the Disney Store vehicles. I'd like to get rid of the Slave I, Vader's and the original TIE.  I have those in the Titanium Ultra line, which are far superior. I don't need duplicates (technically). I look at the Disney Titaniums as somewhat of a continuation of the Titanium Ultra line.

I grabbed the Partisan X-wing as we don't have one in the smaller Titanium line. I also needed one as a guide as I'm making a custom Action Fleet Partisan X-wing.

I grabbed a 6" OT Stormtrooper (my third) for my Rogue One display. This one was an odd pickup. I got it at a local collectible store. The price was $24.99, which I was fine with because if I bought one online that's probably what I would be paying anyway. However they had another Stormtrooper there, but it was priced at $29.99. I thought it was rather odd. Both Stormtroopers were the same, both boxes were sealed, not open, and both were complete with the correct accessories. I thought about asking because I'd like to get one more but didn't want to run the risk of not getting it for $24.99. Just kinda odd. With that store being "all sales final" I should have asked about the other one after I paid lol.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 15, 2016, 06:09:44 AM
Nice pick ups!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 17, 2016, 07:05:20 PM
Picked up another Gold 4 Y-wing so I can finally redo my custom Bothan Blue Squadron Y-wing. The original custom was done, however I got too close with spraying the clear coating and it left streak marks, ruining it. Of course I wasn't happy. Maybe it was a good thing because it gives me a chance to redo everything. This time I plan on making the blue bands on the engines a bit smaller. I also bought a dremel this week, so I'll be taking out the astromech socket. Before I just super-glued a droid's head on, so it wasn't able to rotate. At least now, I'll have a fully functional astromech socket. I got my eye on the astromech I want, its from the Disney build-a-droid line. It perfectly matches the droid in X-wing Alliance.

I got the Y-wing off ebay for $15.75.  It was just the ship, no engine struts. Luckily I kept the struts from the previous Y-wing. If you're looking for either the Gold 4 Y-wing or the ROTJ Y-wing (red paint job from TVC), try searching ebay for "1999 y-wing".  Sometimes sellers will incorrectly list the Y-wing under that year, resulting in those auctions going under the radar.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 18, 2016, 03:13:40 AM
I still have my modern vintage Y-Wing. Daggone I think that is the best one out there! I always like the vintage one though. Good pick up.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on October 20, 2016, 02:32:03 PM
Ordered a few FFG X-Wing and Armada miniatures today! They were much cheaper than usual, so I couldn't pass them up.  :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on October 20, 2016, 04:27:57 PM
Ordered a few FFG X-Wing and Armada miniatures today! They were much cheaper than usual, so I couldn't pass them up.  :)
  Yeah man, the FFG miniatures are awesome! I need to get more of those.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 20, 2016, 08:03:37 PM
Here's the Y-wing and Disney build-a-droid I picked up off ebay. The engine struts have been added to the Y-wing. Also the R5 unit perfectly matches the one from XWA, even down to the number of red rings at the top of the dome.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 21, 2016, 03:04:11 AM
I bet you are looking forward to that new EE Astro Pack. Good pick ups.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 21, 2016, 06:08:49 PM
I bet you are looking forward to that new EE Astro Pack. Good pick ups.

Thanks. I only grab astromechs if they are assigned to pilots. Gotta limit myself somehow lol.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 22, 2016, 06:54:09 AM
I hear you. Sometimes I don't stick to my limits. I so need to clean out some stuff.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 22, 2016, 11:36:32 AM
Another nearby collectible shop is having a sale today through next Saturday. Toys were 50% off. I grabbed the Y-wing and TIE Interceptor for $40 and the B-wing for $32.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 24, 2016, 02:56:59 AM
Pretty nice, sure wish I had some collectible stores like that near me!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 25, 2016, 04:38:24 PM
These guys finally went on clearance at my local Gamestop. I got more fodder for custom pilots now.


Also for anyone wanting the Target 3-pack of the Death Trooper, Jyn and Cassian, here is the DPCI number from brickseek. The Target nearest me had some in stock, but because it was on a holiday palette, they couldn't put them out until Thursday or Friday.

http://brickseek.com/target-inventory-checker/?sku=087-06-5491
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 26, 2016, 02:57:21 AM
Nice, and thanks for that target link. I don't have one near me, but maybe I can find it online then.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 27, 2016, 07:37:49 PM
Three Targets, two Walmarts and one Toys R Us later.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 28, 2016, 02:26:07 AM
Nice, I don't think I will ever find a Hovertank Pilot!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on October 31, 2016, 06:31:51 PM
I'll keep a lookout Tamer!


This guy came in today from a fellow scummer.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 01, 2016, 02:45:08 AM
I'll keep a lookout Tamer!

Thanks Dave, but no sooner than I whined about it than a FB Friend of mine found me one. I should know better than to whine. Or maybe the whine helped me get one? Either way, I appreciate the offer. I hate to use my friends unless its absolutely necessary!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on November 02, 2016, 06:21:06 PM
Anytime. I honestly don't mind!  :)


These guys came in today from another scummer. Two OT Stormtroopers for my Rogue One shelf and Yoda.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 04, 2016, 04:29:34 AM
Nice, I got in a great box of current Rogue One Items. Another U-Wing and TIE Stryker and the new games look fantastic. I can't wait till we get some snow and the entire family is mine so we can do SW Gameday!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on November 05, 2016, 08:28:07 PM
Received a 6" First Order Stormtrooper Officer and Special Forces TIE Pilot today. I got them from the same seller who sold me the 2 OT Stormtroopers and Yoda from Rebelscum. Now to focus on waves 8 and 9.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on November 07, 2016, 05:15:54 PM
   I went a little nuts on ebay last week. I bid on a "Battle for Endor" battle pack, for a decent price. And a lot of MIB Saga collection figures, for about 9 bucks a piece. Not the deal of the century,  but I've priced them and a couple of them go for twice what I paid, loose. Since I collect both Imperials for my Army build, and Ewoks,  it was a win win. Most of the time you buy a lot of figures half of them you dont want. I can definitely use Ewok god C-3po, and Endor Luke too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 08, 2016, 03:03:25 AM
Some of those older figures seem like they are selling for way more as they have more arty. Go figure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on November 09, 2016, 04:39:18 AM
Received three more Crackens from one of my favorite Asian suppliers.
I just love this figure and ist potential for Rebel customs.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on November 09, 2016, 02:12:11 PM
  Yeah I got a few TIE pilots from Tunghori today. These power sellers are great.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 10, 2016, 03:13:59 AM
Yepper, those power sellers are great. Folks don't forget we have a full list of em in our eBay Section so you can stock up on figures that actually move.

On my own note I got in my target.com 6" exclusive with that great new Death Trooper. You gotta love their 20 percent off code and then I got five more percent off by using my Target card.

Now to see if I can find some of those elusive walmart arty figures.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on November 10, 2016, 05:42:45 PM
   I traded a few of my bandai model figures, for some 3.75" figures. I got a ton of new, and mint older figures. Royal guards, Stormtroopers, kmart scan crew with stormtrooper, kmart ewok catapult, r2 ewok capture, and the imperial r4 droid, forgot his name, the all black one, not the blue one. Im happy with the deal, I enjoy building the bandai figures.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on November 10, 2016, 07:51:40 PM
Tunghori is great! I grabbed a TVC Nein Nunb figure from him for about 12 bucks.


I found the Walgreen's C-3P0 tonight. I stopped at one Walgreen's, they didn't have them but an employee looked up the wic number and told me which stores had them in stock. While at Walgreen's I also picked up The Black Series Titanium Imperial Shuttle.

The wic number for 3P0 is 949804
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on November 12, 2016, 08:09:57 PM
Picked up an Action Fleet Imperial Shuttle for $10 at a local collectible store on Friday. Later I found a lone 6" Director Krennic at Target around 1:30 in the afternoon. I haven't seen red arm 3PO or the Scarif squad leader yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on November 13, 2016, 02:38:56 AM
Nice, the Krennice figure is just the perfect base for all sorts of custom Imperial officers  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 13, 2016, 08:06:40 AM
Wow, great pick ups. I finally scored one of the walmart 3.75" Royal Guards. No Jyns or Deathtroopers when I got there, but I am getting closer!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on November 13, 2016, 11:41:33 AM
It's killing me to not find the new RO 3.75 TBS figures. I want to get 6 Death Troopers for a squad, and I'm finding the likelyhood of that being very slim. The wave has hit in Missouri and Ohio, but it seems to have missed Illinois somehow. ><  >:( :'(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 14, 2016, 03:32:07 AM
I will be sure to pick up all I can for the Yarders here.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on November 14, 2016, 08:38:08 PM
I went to Rhode Island Comic Con this weekend. I got in for free as one of my best friends had a connection. His sister-in-laws boyfriend works for a local radio station and got us free tickets. I didn't meet anyone this year, spent a few hours and bought some things, then called it a day. These are my pickups from Rhode Island Comic Con.

I got Poe's X-wing (Disney Store titanium) and one loose. The loose one is a Revell kit. I'm actually looking to pick more of these up.

Also got the "value line" Falcon and TIE Striker. The Striker I like, the Falcon I don't. I only got them as they are a bit bigger then Action Fleets. I'm probably going to get rid of the Falcon. Its very light and cheaply made.

Lastly got a blueprint of the Falcon. The shirt I didn't buy, but thought it was hilarious.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on November 14, 2016, 08:41:46 PM
And tonight I picked up TFA Falcon and Special Forces TIE Fighter Revell kits at Target. As a huge Action Fleet collector, these are great items! The lights and sounds are definitely a bonus. They're like plus-size Action Fleets. I just wish they came with mini-figures for them. I'm going to limit myself though and just collect from TFA with this line, plus the OT Star Destroyer. I guess these will be my "replacement Action Fleets" so to speak.

Very cool though, and I'd like to add some weathering to the Falcon soon. The only gripe I have is with the TIE Fighter. The canopy won't close all the way. Hopefully I can get it to close somehow.

I included a comparison shot between the Action Fleet Falcon (TFA custom) and the Revell Falcon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 15, 2016, 04:09:42 AM
Love that R2 T Shirt which is a spin off from ACDC!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on November 16, 2016, 08:39:51 PM
Picked up another Revell kit tonight, the Blue Resistance X-wing.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on November 17, 2016, 07:28:24 PM
Tonight, my awesome wife bought me this Unkar Plutt figure.

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20161117_204739-1_zpsgcshgmsu.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20161117_204739-1_zpsgcshgmsu.jpg.html)

I am not a fan of TFA at all, but I am a huge fan of Simon Pegg!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 18, 2016, 03:46:42 AM
You gotta love a woman like that Dan! Nice X-Wing too Dave. I am on the prowl this weekend for the wally world arty figures and maybe even we will see the new 6" wave hit eh?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on November 18, 2016, 12:06:53 PM
I'm really liking the Revell kits, especially that they come with action sounds now. I picked up the AT-ACT Walker this morning at Target, then found TFA 3PO at another Target. Only one I'm missing is the Scarif Squad Leader from this wave now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on November 18, 2016, 06:10:01 PM
These 3 figures came in the mail today. I got them for some planned customs, which I'll be posting soon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on November 21, 2016, 08:25:08 PM
Finally got myself a Micro Machines Finn and Rey. Now I can officially close the book on my custom Action Fleet TFA Millennium Falcon!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on November 21, 2016, 08:26:40 PM
  I finally broke down and bought the Ewok adventure movies on the 2004 DVD double feature release. Caravan of courage was my first Star Wars experience, when I was about 4 years old or so. I can still remember  bits and pieces. These movies are very hard to find, and they dont come on television anymore. I guess for good reason. I haven't watched them yet, but im sure they won't be as cool as they were when I was 4. Still, it'll be entertaining.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on November 23, 2016, 07:12:20 PM
Grabbed the last 2 Scarif Stormtroopers at Walmart today after work. A fellow and local scummer messaged me saying there were a few left. I got there after work and grabbed them. For regular troopers I get 2 of each, and 1 squad leader/captain/officer figure, so this worked out great. I got home and a Sandtrooper Corporal was waiting for me that I got from ebay. I got him for $21.50. All in all, a great day, and I can avoid Black Friday!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 24, 2016, 07:37:41 AM
Nice score
I haven't seen the scariffs in the wild yet. Though I have been looking
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on November 25, 2016, 07:02:24 AM
I got some new Revell stuff today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on November 25, 2016, 08:31:15 AM
I got the AT-ACT revell kit myself. It's definitely a great item! I'm looking to get the Star Destroyer soon. I had no idea they had revell weathering kits, I'll have to keep a look out.

This came in today from Amazon Prime. $74.99 free shipping.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on November 26, 2016, 01:33:29 PM
IG-88 came in today from ebay. I got him for $19.12 free shipping. I must have bought it when it was a new auction. I also got another Jon Vander figure for custom fodder. The tag said $4.97 but rang up as $2.97.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 27, 2016, 08:34:52 AM
Wow all kinds of great new stuff. I have been gone a week and it was great to see some activity here. My wife brought me home a Scariff Trooper yesterday so that was cool.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on November 27, 2016, 04:03:37 PM
I just pre-ordered wave 9 of the 6" Black Series at Dorkside for $124 free shipping. While I like going out and looking for figures, I really don't feel like it with this wave honestly. I feel like these figures will be hard to find, plus with Christmas coming up I just want to avoid the stores until after the holidays.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 28, 2016, 03:50:06 AM
I can understand that feeling.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on December 01, 2016, 07:40:46 AM
It's the first of December, so I can finally open this  ;D


https://goo.gl/photos/h62g3dS8sqCmCpFM9
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on December 01, 2016, 05:15:57 PM
My titanium Death Star came in today by ebay. Bit the bullet and bought one for just under $15. I haven't seen it once here. Same goes for the Imperial Shuttle, but I found that for the first time a few weeks ago at Walgreen's when I picked up a 6" 3PO.

Just missing the AT-AT in the new titanium line now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 02, 2016, 04:10:10 AM
Advent, so need to do that one year!

Cool Titaniums, I so need to go find one of those and an AT-AT too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on December 02, 2016, 07:19:22 PM
Picked up the U-wing Revell kit today. These are definitely great kits.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on December 03, 2016, 10:14:59 AM
Thanks to Clone Crazy I got a 3.75 TBS Jyn Erso and two Death Troopers. Then over the Thanksgiving holiday I found two more Death Troopers, and then eventually another one. So I just need one more for my squad of 6!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on December 07, 2016, 07:59:56 PM
Picked up Krennic's Shuttle in the titanium line. I completely forgot about this one. Ok so now I'm just missing the AT-AT.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 08, 2016, 03:50:38 AM
I so need the AT-AT, I am guessing it is released by now. If I see a Death Star I will probably pick one of those up too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on December 08, 2016, 04:28:10 PM
The AT-AT came out Force Friday last year and I still have yet to see it. Terrible distribution.

This came in today, with some help from a fellow scummer. With wave 9 pre-ordered I can avoid the stores with Christmas coming.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 09, 2016, 03:47:21 AM
Sweet, I have the Trooper, but need the Squad Leader. I am thinking the one you got is coming out in the regular waves and not the exclusive from Wal Mart. Unfortunately I have to head out to the stores tomorrow, but may just use a sponsor to order wave 9 myself.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on December 09, 2016, 04:29:26 PM
6" Bespin Luke came in today from a fellow scummer. Got him for $23 shipped.

I also picked up the Imperial Star Destroyer Revell kit today. It was $30 but I used a $25 gift card from my job and just paid the difference. I'll be giving this a wash later.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 10, 2016, 09:22:57 AM
Don't have em in hand yet, but saw I was able to get walmart online and ordered three each of the wally world jyn and deathtrooper.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on December 13, 2016, 08:47:26 PM
Happy to say I bought another Action Fleet Millennium Falcon (Galoob) from a collecting group on Facebook, which came in today. I got it for $14 shipped. Definitely a great deal, with how much Action Fleets are going for these days. I believe when they came out in the mid 90's they were about $12.

If anyone has played X-wing Alliance, I plan to customize it into the YT-1300 Sabra.
http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Sabra
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 14, 2016, 03:28:50 AM
I did manage to pic up the Scarif Squad Leader over the weekend, not sure if I posted on that or not. I also see that Wave 9 of the newest six inch wave is starting to come in stock. I can't wait to get my AT-AT Driver
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on December 15, 2016, 03:12:01 PM
Found this at a Gamestop today. It was the last one so I lucked out. I heard someone grabbed Obi-Wan earlier but I have the case pre-ordered. Just on the hunt for 1 Snowtrooper and when the case comes in I'll be caught up. Also for anyone that collects variants, the AT-AT box has 2 versions - AT-AT Pilot and AT-AT Driver.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 18, 2016, 06:16:59 AM
Cool! I haven't seen the wave yet, but I was iced in this weekend and haven't had a chance to get out. Now I gotta get both variants of that AT-AT Driver!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 18, 2016, 04:13:58 PM
Spent an awesome day with scgaper of www.joecustoms.com and his family.

They surprised me with this awesome Vintage "Star Wars" Rebel Transport! I never had one as a kid and it was the only item eluding me as an adult (every time I saw one, it was way too expensive for me to feel comfortable with).

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20161218_172717-1_zpsxaeyblwl.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20161218_172717-1_zpsxaeyblwl.jpg.html)

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20161218_172739-1_zpszv9kdpmk.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20161218_172739-1_zpszv9kdpmk.jpg.html)

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20161218_172727-1_zps4mahufcv.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20161218_172727-1_zps4mahufcv.jpg.html)

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20161218_172750-1_zpsktsxuwvx.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20161218_172750-1_zpsktsxuwvx.jpg.html)

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20161218_173246-1_zpsgs6pfo9u.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20161218_173246-1_zpsgs6pfo9u.jpg.html)

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20161218_173326-1_zps3bqoitgv.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20161218_173326-1_zps3bqoitgv.jpg.html)


It is nearly complete, only missing 1 laser cannon (which I wasn't going to use anyway) and the bottom escape hatch cover (easily covered with tech kibble). I am going to build a whole new interior and paint the exterior to match the original prop from the Lucasfilm archives!

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20161218_173107-1_zpso5of3o59.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20161218_173107-1_zpso5of3o59.jpg.html)

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20161218_173427-1_zpse98crmkx.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20161218_173427-1_zpse98crmkx.jpg.html)


They also gave me the excellent "Grumpy Cat" patch as they know I love all things Grumpy Cat :)

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20161218_173757_HDR-1_zpsgcjlgvwz.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20161218_173757_HDR-1_zpsgcjlgvwz.jpg.html)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 19, 2016, 03:28:23 AM
pretty cool Rebel Transport.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 19, 2016, 07:11:25 AM
Wow, haven't seen one of those in a while
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on December 19, 2016, 07:57:47 PM
  I got my Revell AT-AT in the mail today. It is an exact repack of the older version. The promo pictures and box art would leave you to belive it is a repaint in a lighter color, that is not the case. Same blue grey color. And it's definitely not 1/53 scale, more like 1/72'ish.  The kit does need help. Im not sure where they got their referencing materials. But like they say in the used car business, it looks good at 20/20, 20 feet away, for 20 seconds.

     I also got the 3d printed chin guns, designed for this kit. Its definitely more accurate. However I would have liked it better if the barrel was hollow, then again the 3d printing material is quite brittle on small thin parts, so meybe its best it is solid.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 20, 2016, 03:35:17 AM
I really need to get caught up on my AT-AT Models. Kind of a bummer with that new Revell one I think.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on December 20, 2016, 04:43:22 AM
  I didn't expect a change to the sculpt, but a repaint would have been nice, at least make the promo pictures an accurate depiction. Really all they need to do is add some of the missing armor plates on the head, and re work the panel lines so they aren't a negative imprint, it would be great. They won't rework it because they're the only ones making AT-AT kits. That's why I'm a firm believer in competition. With all that said it is great they decided to re release the AT-AT, the secondary markets had absolutely insane prices for them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 21, 2016, 01:46:34 AM
I got in my Rogue One Art of and Visual Guide yesterday. Both are must haves if you liked Rogue One. I love seeing the concept art.

I also got in my walmart.com order of the new superarty Jyn and Deathtrooper.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 21, 2016, 04:58:30 PM
Tonight, despite my rule of not hitting stores near Christmas, I took a run to the Rt4 TRU after work looking for the last "Dark Crystal" figure I need (the Skeksis) but they did not have it.

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20161221_181344-1_zpsnyuoymtq.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20161221_181344-1_zpsnyuoymtq.jpg.html)
Note the 3.75" Hasbro figure for scale.

I did, however spy this enormous "Rogue One" K-2S0 31" figure for $34.99. I had been spying the 20" one at $19.99 for a few weeks now to convert into a giant war droid but had never seen the 31" version before. All of the "Star Wars" items are BOGO 40% off so I grabbed both scales for $50 including the tax!

I will begin modifying them into 2 different classes of giant war droids when the warm weather returns and I can spend some time in the garage going through parts.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on December 21, 2016, 05:03:36 PM
First year a few of my friends and I did Secret Santa. I found the Snowtrooper before we met up so luckily my Secret Santa didn't get me one lol.

There's also a Snowtrooper variant, one has darker boots making it appear more muddier.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 22, 2016, 03:39:34 AM
So cool to see Wave 9 hitting in the stores. I haven't seen em on the pegs yet, but am looking forward to tracking down the at-at pilot and driver and now I guess the two different kinds of Snowtroopers.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on December 22, 2016, 05:14:25 PM
Picked these up tonight at Gamestop. Leia definitely looks better in-hand. With that, I'm caught up on this wave so I cancelled my order from Dorkside. I thought for sure these would be tough to find.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 23, 2016, 06:30:00 AM
I just got sent a Death Star levitating speaker. Folks it is hands down amazing. And the sound quality is off the charts!

(http://i.imgur.com/hU0oOhb.png?1) (https://getplox.com/sound/death-star-speaker/)

Go Rogue with the Levitating Star Wars™ Death Star Speaker!

"Just in time for the release of ‘Star Wars: Rogue One’, Plox will be releasing the latest gadget that will be an instant hit with fans of the franchise: the Levitating Star Wars™ Death Star speaker (https://getplox.com/sound/death-star-speaker/).

Designed by Plox and officially licensed by Disney, the Levitating Death Star speaker provides amazingly clear and sharp sound while astonishing everyone as it hovers over a magnetic base while simultaneously playing your favorite music. Modeled after the iconic Death Star, key features include:

Gravity-defying orb that rotates above a magnetic base to truly levitate

360 degree uncompromising sound quality

Up to 5 hours of continuous playback on Bluetooth®

Can be used as a portable speaker without the base

MSRP $179.99. Available at major retailers or at this link (https://getplox.com/shop/sound/plox-death-star-speaker/),"

Folks, all I can say is that this is way cool. Look for us to give a much more thorough review, but I had to get some links up to this fantastic speaker!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on December 27, 2016, 02:14:39 PM
Wow.... that looks like one killer orb, Tamer! Have you tried it yet? How's the sound quality? Is it fully operational?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on December 27, 2016, 02:50:56 PM
December turned out to be a very fun festive month for me. In my country (the Netherlands) we have a very old tradition called "Sinterklaas",  which roughly translates to Santa Claus. It's really a little children's festivity, but once they're 6-7-8 old they don't believe in the white bearded good doer anymore, but the tradition will go on with buying gifts for each other, accomponied with rhymes and custom made surprise boxes. Basically, a Secret Santa round with a little bit extra. This year, a fellow Star Wars fan was my "Secret Santa" and she made one helluva BB-8 surprise box out of styrofoam. Check him out on the right in this pic:


(https://c2.staticflickr.com/1/742/31920360025_66a7fbad16_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/QCGbWV)


swgoodies2016 (https://flic.kr/p/QCGbWV) by Remco Zwart (https://www.flickr.com/photos/remcozwart/), on Flickr


BB-8 did not contain the missing piece to the map locating the whereabouts of Luke Skywalker, but did hand me the Lego Wookiee Gunship Microfighter. Very nice gift, but the custom made BB-8 was an even greater gift :D


Furthermore, my girlfriend and I had ourselves a "12 Days of Christmas" gift round, which resulted in even more Star Wars goodies for me:


- The Making of Star Wars hardcover (most awesome book!)
- Lego Star Wars 2016 Advent Calendar
- Revell Millennium Falcon model kit (haven't built a kit in ages!)
- Stormtrooper savings jar (gonna save up for the next SWC in the US!!!)
- Hotwheels Chopper character car
- Lego Ghost w/Hera Microfighter (awesome little vehicle)
- Happy Sithmas Vader sweater


Naturally, I'm one happy geek :D :D :D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 28, 2016, 09:20:09 AM
What a cool BB8. Nice goodies Remco.

Alas no Star Wars for me for Xmas.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on December 31, 2016, 05:45:14 PM
My last Star Wars purchase of 2016. With an Amazon gift card from Christmas, I grabbed him for $10.95.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 02, 2017, 07:55:56 AM
Nice price!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on January 02, 2017, 03:54:58 PM
I've not been on (or done anything Star Wars related) for quite some time; however I got these recently:

(http://www.yakfaceforums.com/phpBB3/download/file.php?id=7906&t=1)
(https://scontent-ort2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/15590922_10154347079311799_1082466250016080371_o.jpg?oh=3ab4baf84fb64725d5a4ac55d4d6eb36&oe=58E47C78)

I also finally got to see Rogue One on New Years Eve, so I'm finally caught up with everything!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on January 13, 2017, 04:03:42 PM
Grabbed the last AT-ST today at a Walmart. I never owned an AT-ST so I'm glad they released this again. I just wish it came with a second driver.

Also picked up a second AT-AT Driver.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 14, 2017, 04:02:33 AM
I haven't seen that AT-ST his the walmarts in my area yet. Looking forward to seeing it and that new 6" wave hit stores. I want to get the driver carded variants.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 18, 2017, 03:00:43 AM
Forgot to mention, I did see and pick up one of the new walmart at-sts. I like the look of it better in this box than the legacy version. Kinda steep for only getting one driver though. Wow.

Still no sign of the at-at driver six inch wave. I did finally see the director.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on January 23, 2017, 08:35:48 PM
I picked up R0-4L0, Jessika Pava's astromech droid off ebay for $10. I only collect astromechs if they are assigned to a pilot.

I sold off my 3.75" collection (only keeping my pilots) just to focus on the 6" figures. I'm more of a vehicle person, but I'll pick up necessary figures associated with their respected ships. I found a Han Solo to go with the Falcon yesterday at, of all places, the supermarket I used to work at of 14 years (which I quit last August).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 24, 2017, 02:56:35 AM
I didn't even know that astro existed. I am so far behind on my astros I don't know that I could ever catch up. So thinking about going through my own collection and liquidating. I am out of room and I know some of my stuff hasn't seen the light of day for years!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 26, 2017, 05:03:29 PM
Still no "Kong: Skull Island" toys, but I did get some INSANE clearance score from Wal-Mart in Saddle Brook!

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20170126_180724-1_zpsthdmxlph.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20170126_180724-1_zpsthdmxlph.jpg.html)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 27, 2017, 03:31:55 AM
Insane pick ups Dan. You are the master at finding stuff for almost nothing. I just shake my head in wonder at how you find this stuff.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on January 27, 2017, 04:51:45 AM
Thanks to the untiring devotion of Tamer in helping me acquire the Wal Mart Exclusive Rogue One SA figures, I was able to pick up several Jyn Erso, Cassian Andor and Death Trooper figures at the customs Office today!
Thanks a lot, Tamer.
This is like Christmas coming late, but with a Fanfare.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on January 27, 2017, 06:49:11 PM
Picked up the Family Guy/Star Wars parodies at FYE (For Your Entertainment) on blu-ray for $14.99.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 28, 2017, 06:12:20 AM
Thanks to the untiring devotion of Tamer in helping me acquire the Wal Mart Exclusive Rogue One SA figures, I was able to pick up several Jyn Erso, Cassian Andor and Death Trooper figures at the customs Office today!
Thanks a lot, Tamer.
This is like Christmas coming late, but with a Fanfare.

LOL! Glad I could help out. I hate to think of my foreign friends paying such insane prices. I just gotta shake my head that even with paying a thirty dollar shipping fee it is still cheaper and faster for you to get your figures like this.

You just keep me in the loop and I will keep sending em.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on January 29, 2017, 07:22:48 PM
Grabbed a second Snowtrooper yesterday. Finally caught up until the next wave.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 30, 2017, 03:39:49 AM
I still have yet to see this wave hit the pegs in my area. Good thing there are good etailers!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on February 10, 2017, 12:00:54 PM
Picked up a POTJ TIE Bomber today. Even Hoth like conditions didn't prevent me from picking this up! I like to grab the latest version of vehicles. However with the Saga version it was essentially the same, the only difference being is some blast marks which I didn't like. Hasbro released one in 2010 but it was a gray paint job. I went with the POTJ version, which is the dark blue and more accurate color.

Also picked up a Dash Rendar and Han Solo figure, both for $2.99.  I sold a Walking Dead Daryl/Merle Dixon 2-pack which covered these figures. I bought them as fodder as I'm trying my hand at the boil-and-pop method, then dremeling the head so its a ball-jointed neck.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 11, 2017, 04:33:28 AM
I always liked that version of the TIE Bomber too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on February 17, 2017, 07:56:19 PM
I was able to get my order in for 6" Baze and Chirrut from Hasbro Toy Shop's website this morning.

I also picked up Crix Madine figure for cheap. With him playing a major role in the Rogue Squadron games, it made sense to pick him up. Lastly I finally picked up the Dagger Squadron B-wing. Now I'm all caught up with my pilot collection.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 18, 2017, 06:15:48 AM
I like that version of the B-Wing. I picked up a new at-at driver.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on February 18, 2017, 01:46:52 PM
Ordered yesterday morning from Hasbro Toy Shop's website, and already at my home the next morning around 11.  I only did standard shipping. Impressed with these!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on February 23, 2017, 09:09:05 PM
Picked up a 2010 Vintage Collection TIE Bomber from ebay the other day. While I like all the features on this one (so glad they made a sliding hatch for the bombs) I'm not too fond of the color on this one. I have the POTJ version and prefer the dark blue on that ship. With this one the color looks teal to me. When comparing it to the POTJ version, it looks like its a faded blue (its not, just looks like it when comparing). I like the color on one, but the features on the other. I'll be keeping both lol.

I took a comparison shot so you could see the difference.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on February 25, 2017, 05:20:25 PM
Picked up another Crix Madine figure, and Jan Dodonna. Also another Luke pilot figure. Both Madine and the Luke pilot figure were used for customs, seen in my custom figures thread.

Also picked up R5-D8 and R5-F7 from ebay for real cheap. Both were under 5 bucks each. I see people wanting R5-F7 for about 20 bucks. Only gripe is he is missing the antenna.

Lastly, another Luke pilot figure from the comic pack Heir to the Empire. He's in half of a pilots uniform so I guess it counts lol. I was always on the fence about getting this figure, but found him for cheap on ebay. Now my pilot collection is up to date.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 26, 2017, 06:15:52 AM
Nothing new on my front, glad to see some folks finding a few tidbits. I am still after my at-at pilot figure and might try to pick up the snowtrooper with clean boots and then the one with dirty boots. If I see em.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on March 01, 2017, 01:37:04 PM
Another purchase from good old Tunghori came in today.
The Imperial Scanner Crewman is getting kind of expensive these days so it was a good opportunity to pick these guys up.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 02, 2017, 03:16:06 AM
Good ole Tunghori. Wouldn't you just love to see how he or she gets all those figures.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Commander_Kurgan on March 02, 2017, 03:38:45 AM
I'm not sure I really want to know. The Scanning Crewmen are missing the Insignia in the left upper sleeve, so I guess that his figures are at least partly being pulled by quality control staff and are either stolen from the trash bin or he has contacts in the factory who steal them and sell them to hin.
I don't think that Hasbro sells B quality outlet-style.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 02, 2017, 09:37:54 PM
Picked up "Arvel Crynard" from the POTF2 line off ebay for a custom. I say that in quotations because he was mistakenly labeled as Crynard. He is supposed to be Lt. Telsij, the Y-wing pilot who says "There's too many of them!"  As you can see, they gave him a Y-wing helmet, a B-wing flightsuit, and an A-wing pilots name. I popped the head out before realizing I forgot to take a photo lol.

Also grabbed Ten Nunb and Ekelarc Yong for customs as well.  I also grabbed a POTF2 A-wing pilot for cheap. I figured this would be a good display with the other A-wing pilots.

Lastly I picked up the Black Series 6" Jyn Erso (Eadu) from K-mart for $12.50.  The K-mart just over the state line is going out of business and will close in April. Everything is 50% off, so I'm glad I waited on getting this figure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 03, 2017, 04:12:58 AM

I don't think that Hasbro sells B quality outlet-style.

Had a good laugh at that one! You never know about the Hasbro Black Market Volker!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 03, 2017, 04:13:47 AM
Yeah, it might be time for me to pick up that Erso. Online they are pretty cheap too. Good finds Dave.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 07, 2017, 08:06:19 PM
Picked up an extra Zev Senesca figure for a custom, which can be seen in my custom figures thread.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 10, 2017, 07:22:54 PM
Picked up this pilot lot for some customs from forum member Kolti Wan.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 12, 2017, 05:08:03 PM
Picked up a DeAgostini Death Star II at a local collector shop.

A buddy of mine gave me a book on action figure photography, pretty cool.

Also received a custom Action Fleet Dagger Squadron B-wing from Jay (wraite_nine). Awesome work!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 13, 2017, 02:28:23 AM
Now that action figure photography book I might have to look up! Great pick ups.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: bubbavader on March 13, 2017, 11:48:27 PM
Mini Star Wars Mr. Potato Head 4 pack.  Great toys! In some ways the Playskool SW figures are better than the Hasbro SW figures.   
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 14, 2017, 05:57:34 AM
Mini Star Wars Mr. Potato Head 4 pack.  Great toys! In some ways the Playskool SW figures are better than the Hasbro SW figures.

Can't argue with that at all!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rodger on March 14, 2017, 04:59:26 PM
Arrived today from Hasbrotoyshop.. Very Cool..  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 15, 2017, 05:55:52 AM
Cool deal Rodger. Haven't seen that one out yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: bubbavader on March 16, 2017, 11:37:29 PM
Just took delivery of my 10x 2011 Clone Wars Obi Wans.  These will go along with my 20x Clone Trooper Pilots (no waist, but SA), and 10x Coruscant Padme for my cheapo Mandalorian Army.  Finally have all (most) of the pieces.   
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rodger on March 19, 2017, 02:08:05 PM
Cleaned up at Kohls. All for $50 n change including tax. Register had $180 savings. ;D Also grabbed a TIE Striker at WM for $19.99. 8) In Women math I didn't spend $70 (doesn't count). I saved $200. :D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 20, 2017, 02:22:35 AM
Looks like some good deals to me!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 20, 2017, 07:46:27 PM
A little bit behind with some of my recent Star Wars purchases..

- Action Fleet Biggs X-wing, which was converted into a Red Leader X-wing (seen in my custom vehicles thread)

- Saga A-wing with pilot

- The Black Series Starkiller Base Han Solo to go with my TFA Falcon (got him for the lowered price of $5.84)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: bubbavader on March 20, 2017, 10:46:18 PM
Picked up quite a few Black Series 6 inchers (on the cheap):

1. Boba Fett (used and at less than local retail, so extra cheap!)
2. Kylo Ren v1
3. Death Trooper
4. Starkiller Rey
5. FO Flame Trooper
6. Bespin Luke (on the way)
7. Jango Fett (on the way and at retail price)
8. Preordered 40th Han (on the cheap as well)
I am still not sure about how I feel on the 6 inch line, but the quality of the Boba sparked a hunting/buying frenzy.

Also on the cheap:

TFA Encounter 3.75 4 pack

Plus a gaggle of bootleg Lego SW figures, really alot.  Like what am I doing too many.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 21, 2017, 02:06:29 AM
I haven't seen anything new to get in awhile. Nice to see some folks are finding the goods!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 23, 2017, 04:35:10 PM
I don't know if everyone is aware of it or not, but Walmart has the "Rogue One" U-Wing and TIE Striker 3.75" scale vehicles on rollback pricing down to $19.87 (down from around $50 and $40 respectively). I do not know if this is a permanent price reduction or not.

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20170323_180857-1_zpsj1v8nv1s.jpg)

I picked up the 2 vehicles on the way home from work today.

If anyone was holding out on buying them or just want more, now is the time to get them!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 24, 2017, 11:07:34 AM
Cool deal Dan I will spread the word.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 24, 2017, 01:31:02 PM
I also grabbed the U-wing and TIE Striker today for $19.87.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 24, 2017, 03:02:35 PM
The Wal-Mart "Star Wars" rollbacks continue!

All "Black Series" figures (both scales - 3.75" and 6") are 50% off.

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20170324_170509-1_zpsyx72ao5b.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20170324_170509-1_zpsyx72ao5b.jpg.html)

I picked up 4 Jyn Erso figures for future custom projects. You cannot beat a fully articulated female base figure for $5.86 nowadays. Also, she has one of the best accessories I have ever seen at this scale: a modular weapon that goes from a pistol to a sniper rifle. The figure does not look like Felicity Jones at all but rather more like Noomi Rapace from "Prometheus" which is pretty cool.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 25, 2017, 05:32:46 AM
Wow, I wonder if this is online too? I need to go check (update: doesn't seem to be there yet).

Too bad my walmart never goes by this. I might pop in to check though.

I need to see if I can find some at-at drivers and more snowtroopers at those prices!

Dan thanks for the word, I will share it.

If anyone sees any AT-AT Drivers and Snowtroopers and they don't mind a pick up for the Tamer I would love to take advantage of those prices!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 25, 2017, 04:30:59 PM
More heavily discounted "Star Wars" scores!

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20170325_182227-1_zpsabshy9jv.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20170325_182227-1_zpsabshy9jv.jpg.html)

The Wal-Mart exclusive Black Series Kylo Ren figures were on Rollback to $5.86 (50% of the original retail). I picked them up after I saw a picture of how cool they look without the softgoods skirts. I plan on using them as base bodies for some elite castle defenders for my fantasy diorama. I would like to score 2 more eventually.

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/dkosa/Hauls/20170325_182422-1_zpsgqipe6w6.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/dkosa/media/Hauls/20170325_182422-1_zpsgqipe6w6.jpg.html)

The rather uncommon "The Force Awakens" figures were found at 5 Below. I now have all of the nonhuman figures released with the exception of Admiral Akbar. I avoid the 5POA figures unless they look really cool and refuse to pay full price for them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on March 25, 2017, 07:42:40 PM
Picked up a cheap Action Fleet X-wing off ebay which will be used for Blue Leader Antoc Merrick's X-wing from Rogue One. I have an extra canopy and laser cannons.

Found the 6" AT-ACT Driver today. The closest Target that had any according to brickseek was showing about 20 miles away (about a half hour drive). It was just over the state line. I got the last 2 on the pegs. I could have waited until a Target near me got these (which would be about a 10 minute drive) but I'd rather be safe then sorry.

I also picked up a 3.75" K-2SO to go with the U-wing. Cassian said I had to.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 26, 2017, 05:17:56 AM
Looks like good finds. Shared the news about Five Below!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 04, 2017, 04:29:32 PM
My Target haul tonight. Also used the $10 off coupon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on April 04, 2017, 08:01:27 PM
  I got the bluray Rogue one today. I feel a Star Wars marathon is coming my way. R1, ANH, ESB, ROTJ, TPM, AOTC, ROTS, TFA.  That might make an interesting order. It's getting to be too many movies to watch in one day. That's 17.hrs 42.min, special edition slightly longer.  That's not even taking the Ewoks movies into concideration, (3.hrs 10.min, combined). Altogether its about 21 hours, geez  louise.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 05, 2017, 02:33:03 AM
I like that Vader. I might have to pick that up.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on April 17, 2017, 08:04:52 PM
Dang, not visiting the forums for a while made catching up in this thread a fun experience!

Very nice hauls everyone, especially all those rebel pilots!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on April 20, 2017, 04:16:10 PM
Picked up these two at TRU today! Hasbro actually did a good job on Leia.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on April 23, 2017, 08:18:07 AM
Leia looks MUCH better this time around!

I picked up another Amanamanmanmananman to customize, and a CW shirtless Kit Fisto from a junk bin at a local shop. PLUS, I got a pilot to customize, which I thought was a TVC Wedge. Turns out it's the Wedge that came with the X-Wing, so I guess I'll be keeping it as is.  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 23, 2017, 06:56:46 PM
Little late with this, but I went to Super Mega Fest on April 8th in Marlborough, MA. I was going to post these pickups but got another stomach bug a few days later (once was enough).

- I picked up a few blueprints of some starfighters. It was buy 2 get 1 free, so I grabbed the X-wing and Snowspeeder, 2 of my favorites. I already had the Falcon so I grabbed a TIE Fighter.

- And not a pickup but they had a 501st Legion "cardback" which I got my photo taken in front of.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 24, 2017, 01:58:54 AM
I finally did see a Vader pack this weekend at a gamestop, but it was crushed. Good pick ups folks.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on April 26, 2017, 06:48:28 AM
I picked up the titanium Vader for my Tantive IV display!

(https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/18076708_10154710876916799_119305925732606646_o.jpg?oh=6ae35047508ebb7252c1d92966de6b8a&oe=59823491)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 27, 2017, 02:06:02 AM
That looks nice. I am still looking for that vintage early bird Vader. Of course I struck out on the Vintage Pilot Luke too. That one is going for crazy nuts prices on feebay.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 27, 2017, 04:42:24 PM
Vintage Vader secured:

(http://i.imgur.com/geB6Q6o.jpg?1) (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?ff3=4&pub=5575055288&toolid=10001&campid=5337373868&customid=&mpre=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fitm%2F361962879651%3F_trksid%3Dp2060353.m2749.l2649%26ssPageName%3DSTRK%253AMEBIDX%253AIT%26rmvSB%3Dtrue)

Toys R Us eBay has the 40th Vintage Vader in stock with free shipping!

I don't look for this to last long, but it was sure awesome to finally secure this even myself tonight! Click here (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?ff3=4&pub=5575055288&toolid=10001&campid=5337373868&customid=&mpre=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fitm%2F361962879651%3F_trksid%3Dp2060353.m2749.l2649%26ssPageName%3DSTRK%253AMEBIDX%253AIT%26rmvSB%3Dtrue) to go secure yours while supplies last!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on April 27, 2017, 06:40:57 PM
Check your local Walgreens. I found these tonight in what was the Easter isle.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 28, 2017, 01:58:04 AM
Wish I had a Walgreens. I keep hearing Walmart is gonna set em out on May the 4th. Hope so. Good thing I do mostly etailing anymore. Those two are the main ones folks are after they say!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 29, 2017, 02:56:05 PM
Well today I opened up the boxes that had my Bandai AT-AT and I got my Toys R Us eBay Vader, both in minty fresh shape.

On another note, my walmart finally got the vintage six inch wave in so they had a minty fresh Vader too. I saw the Ben, Luke, and Leia, but the cards were a bit warped. Gonna wait on good ones I think.

Still, it is nice to add to this.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on May 05, 2017, 06:36:10 PM
       When I was a kid my favorite Star Wars guy was my vintage Jabba the Hutt.  Actually, it was my very first custom. I found it at the thrift store, the only problem, it was missing the arms. My mom helped me fashion new ones from green sculpy, it even had a little toad in his hand. It turned out really cool. Anyway, I realized recently, I needed a new 3.75 Jabba figure. I found a walmart exclusive Jabba's throne with Oola set, the only problem, it was missing Salacious crumb. I already have a replacement TAC Salacious crumb, so it was a good deal, and a great figure set. The Oola alone is going for crazy amounts on the secondary market right now.
    With the money I "saved" I  got another way over priced figure set, that i found at a good enough price. Jabba's palace court denizens. I basically got it for the Frog-dog, but B'ommar monk is really awesome and kinda creepy. It also comes with that snail thing, which is cool for if/whenever I make a Jabba's throne room display. It was a good week. I wish i would have gotten these when they released, but ohh well.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 06, 2017, 09:41:00 AM
Nice pick up. I should be on my wave to completing my wave one of the vintage six inch by next weeks. A local collector found me a Han!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 06, 2017, 07:29:13 PM
These were my May the 4th pickups. 20% off at a local collectible shop.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 07, 2017, 04:54:32 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/wzOGWiA.jpg)

My wife came home with this for me yesterday. See why she's my gal!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on May 27, 2017, 12:48:55 AM
I finally got my first Bandai model kit. The TIE Striker in 1/72 scale.
It is very hard to get the Bandai model kits here in Europe.
I got the TIE Striker for about 31€ from a retailer from California. A long way to Austria.

(http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c317/fialafernbrugg1/SAM_4532_zpsiqykakzy.jpg) (http://s30.photobucket.com/user/fialafernbrugg1/media/SAM_4532_zpsiqykakzy.jpg.html)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 27, 2017, 05:08:29 AM
Hasbro sent me a 40th Vader and I also got an Amazon Prime Darth Revan yesterday. They sent it in an envelope instead of a box so its creased, but I was thinking about opening it up anyhow. Its a great looking figure.

That Stryker looks great. Bandai really does a good job. Their new walker is awesome.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 27, 2017, 02:51:39 PM
The warehouse of a local collectible store is having a Memorial Day weekend sale through Monday. I went today and picked up a huge bag of Micro Machines/Action Fleet ships. I also grabbed a Virago model kit for 5 bucks.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 28, 2017, 04:36:05 AM
Sure wish I had a store like that close. That Virago is great!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on May 30, 2017, 06:21:35 PM
Gamestop had The Black Series Lando saved for me. The 2 Royal Guards haven't been shipped yet though. Soon hopefully.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rodger on June 04, 2017, 02:25:09 PM
Ye Ha  ;D Wave 2 at the W-M in Union Mo.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 05, 2017, 04:22:33 AM
Cool deal.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on June 07, 2017, 04:52:27 PM
My local Gamestop comes through again! I should be good now until Force Friday.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 08, 2017, 05:46:24 AM
Very nice. I should try to hit up my local gamestop.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on June 14, 2017, 06:29:47 PM
Got these today from a fellow 'scummer.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 15, 2017, 04:45:15 AM
Nice 6" figures. I am waiting on my order to show up.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on June 30, 2017, 06:56:23 PM
Picked up Bespin and Jedi Luke and turned it into a Shadows of the Empire Luke (seen in my custom figures thread).

My wallet took a hit today. I found 2 Jawas and a Tuskin Raider at my local Walmart, then nabbed R5-D4 at my local Gamestop.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 01, 2017, 04:30:42 AM
I got my full case in for wave 2 of the 6" vintage series. Daggone that Stormy looks good. All minty fresh just the way I like em!

Did everyone see the big 6" Special Forces Walmart TIE deal I put on the front page yesterday. You can get one for $69 now. Hope mine shows up in good shape.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on July 04, 2017, 08:43:44 PM
$69 is really good for such a huge chunk of plastic! It almost makes me wish I had an interest in the larger scale figures!

Recently I nabbed 20 (yes 20) RO Stormtroopers from HTS. And in a weird chain of events, I got 16 Spacetroopers from a Star Wars toy store in the St. Louis area. I'll end up head swapping the RO helmets onto the Spacetroopers for some really nice figures.

I had never been to that shop before, and it was super cool. I also got one of my "grail" items, an Amazon Slave 1 for a decent price.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 05, 2017, 03:06:57 AM
I got a neat Boba Fett Mechanic shirt today. I will put that on the front page for those of you who like it.

(http://i.imgur.com/MyudMKF.jpg) (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?ff3=4&pub=5575055288&toolid=10001&campid=5337373868&customid=&mpre=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fitm%2F332146833018)

Pic is hyperlinked to where I got it. Only 18 bucks with free shipping. Fabric is awesome.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on July 06, 2017, 08:30:36 PM
That is really cool!!!

For anyone curious, this is what I did with all those Stormtrooper figures. I swapped the heads from the RO Stormies onto the Spacetroopers to make a really nice figure. The body is my preferred sculpt, as is the helmet!  ;D

(http://i.imgur.com/1jNb0AB.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/jU88Ezl.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XggY0x8.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: FialaFernbrugg on July 20, 2017, 12:43:07 AM
That's an impressive Stormie collection Jodo.

I got a 6" Royal Guard and a TIE Defender from the X-Wing Miniatures Game.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 20, 2017, 05:14:21 AM
I hope I get to report my SDCC Stuff is in hand by the end of the weekend. Fingers crossed.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rodger on July 22, 2017, 07:03:31 AM
Don't remember seeing one of these before. They only had one and it was on a shelf marked $16.82. To make a long story short that wasn't the price but they offered to honor it and I didn't even ask.  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on July 24, 2017, 12:31:49 PM
Fiala, thanks man! I love Stormtroopers!

Rodger, that's a good price! I didn't even know they re-released it in RO packaging!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on July 28, 2017, 10:11:25 PM
Picked up a TIE Striker Bandai kit today. It is 1:72 scale, the same as Action Fleets. They fit in very well!

I also picked up a 6" Scarif Squad Leader about 2 weeks ago on sale at Target. I got him for trade, looking for a 6" Tuskin Raider.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 30, 2017, 05:28:32 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/tKV2Xiv.jpg)

Color me impressed. Wow!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 09, 2017, 07:43:55 AM
Well I read on my phone this weekend one of Dan's (The Spectre) posts on FB about Five Below having the two packs for five bucks. Great deal. I brought home 8 of em as I was in an outlet that had a five below this weekend.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 20, 2017, 06:33:02 AM
My daughter got three of the new Star Wars Forces of Destiny Gals this weekend. The articulation is great in them for Barbie type dolls. I really like Sabine. Guess we will have to get Hoth Leia and Jyn to complete the set. Still it was a nice surprise gift from Hasbro.

I also saw the Walmart Exclusive Rogue One three packs (K2so, Jyn, and one more Cassian I think) for $9. 5 POA, but better price I thought.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 23, 2017, 06:25:50 PM
Picked up some Action Fleet ships for some customs.

One TIE Fighter was found at a local collectible shop for 10 bucks.

Vader's TIE, the Red Y-wing and TIE were from ebay Canada. Total came to about $17 which I thought was a steal.

The other TIE was off ebay as well, a little over 20 bucks.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 24, 2017, 03:09:57 AM
Nice Action Fleet. I have been meaning to find some time to go back and see if I can find a few more boxed versions I want. I also meant to keep bugging you about that three button at-at. I so need to find one of those for not outrageous prices.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 24, 2017, 06:36:49 PM
Action Fleets will always be #1 to me. I wish they would return.


This was at the Providence RI Walmart today. I tried buying a figure before work, then after. I was denied both times. It's not a big deal as I just wanted one figure, but I feel like if its on the shelf I should be able to buy it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 25, 2017, 02:36:34 AM
Wow, that story you posted about this on FB got a lot of comments. Looks like folks were either pay anywhere from $4 to $12 dollars for the figures. I put it on the front page.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on August 25, 2017, 06:31:11 PM
Wow, that story you posted about this on FB got a lot of comments. Looks like folks were either pay anywhere from $4 to $12 dollars for the figures. I put it on the front page.

Cool! Glad to get a lot of people interacting.


Reporting another TLJ sighting tonight. This was at the Cranston RI Kmart around 8:30. There were no scanners around so I do not know if these would ring up. I have no intention of buying this item so I didn't check with an employee. They also had TLJ build a lightsaber boxes.

This Kmart is closing in November, which was reported yesterday. Liquidation is rumored to start as early as August 31st.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 27, 2017, 06:37:12 AM
I haven't had a chance to get into any stores, but it sure seems you are finding things. I wonder when they will let you buy something?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 01, 2017, 12:25:00 PM
Here is my Force Friday haul. Hera is for a friend. I picked up the Revell Poe's X-wing from K-mart Thursday night. They are closing in November so I was able to get it for cheaper. I was lucky enough to snag a Thrawn as he went quick. Didn't run into a lot of people, only talked with one fan for a good hour towards the end of my hunt. We exchanged numbers and Facebooks. It seemed all places were under-stocked.

I also made a Force Friday video, putting it together as we speak.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on September 01, 2017, 12:35:35 PM
Great hauls GL1! My area sicks for FF, but I will find SOMETHING.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 01, 2017, 02:56:52 PM
Thanks! I know every area is different, but I planned my day to be at each store as they opened. My first store was Walmart at 7am, then a Target at 8am. Stopped in another Walmart at 9am. The second Walmart opened at 7 also but I only stopped in to see what they had. Then finished at Toys R Us, which was right around the corner from the second Walmart, which opened at 10.

Again, very underwhelming and under-stocked. I felt like with today, if you weren't at a store within the first hour of it opening you were screwed.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 02, 2017, 06:46:47 AM
I look forward to seeing your video too. I got a box in from Hasbro yesterday for FF II. Good stuff. Loading a Facebook Video too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 02, 2017, 07:18:48 AM
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on September 02, 2017, 01:27:05 PM
Great video, Tamer! That is some awesome stuff. I want a box like that to show up at my door too. Haha  :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 03, 2017, 05:38:22 AM
Great video, Tamer! That is some awesome stuff. I want a box like that to show up at my door too. Haha  :)

Thanks and yeah it is great knowing that from time to time a box from a toy company shows up with stuff in it. I guess I am still just a big kid.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 04, 2017, 06:34:18 AM

Articulation is so awesome!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 05, 2017, 02:24:01 AM
I was so surprise my Wal-mart had something I went back and found this:

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 07, 2017, 07:18:18 PM
Everyday can be Force Friday!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 08, 2017, 02:32:12 AM
Gotta pick me up those Heavy Assault Walker kits. Nice. Very nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Goldleaderone on September 09, 2017, 05:56:52 PM
The only thing I grabbed for myself from Hascon was Poe's helmet. They had the new 6" Black Series figures that were out on Force Friday but I got all the ones I needed then.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 10, 2017, 05:18:45 AM
Pretty nice. Can't wait to see that Hascon Rex.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on September 17, 2017, 06:05:37 PM
If they do a regular blue squadron version, I'll probably pick that helmet up. I just can't stand Poe's character, so I definitely don't want his helmet.  :P

Here last week I found the new 3.75 TBS Last Jedi figures. Picked up my set of four, plus an extra Stormtrooper and two extra guards.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 20, 2017, 02:23:48 AM
Well I hadn't gotten one in last year, but I finally broke down and got the AT-ACT from BBTS. It came double boxed! Now that is the way to ship.

I also got in my HASCON Rex from Dave. And I got in a usb powered fan kit for my AT-AT Driver bucket so I will have some cool air flowing for my next troop, than and I bought an ICOMM and Box so I will now be micced up too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on September 25, 2017, 02:37:30 AM
Our local toy store is clearing out the older SW stuff, in preparation for the TLJ products. Got me these in a 3-for-2 sale:

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/2FpnGieJQ6Xuk5YI144fhvD0HeXZ-Y5QVi44emL_6AI-gHKVg2wcMRg6PvvXcM31lxiTUsY2FManm_R_sLoDKMHPs68wb1fEb2k_5t89pGrwfQU16Dz-QEl-CpPu-kPjVpv3LKPpmrUy-Gne6m7Gv0dLNzFgPaMeA9Uqyl13TpQpHU3tp_qlF-M6yA6xbmIPuX4zJLwKLUjtcBiEnZJFsKJQWx5u7PCPEhE4CGZPEwzwBkJmf9ID94WVDlvkoGyta3UYXfqCilWE0TD3NRKIiWq_eJeu0qDOpA35Pd6Dqg3EiRu0CjpxBQ0ucdck8AGB_sXkOJ3U8I5hAqPzza9owYXYqepvnnt1-bjhr2uDHhd3cpMA36rPQ7h03zyb5_fYmKQrnFbHuv9r6UEYoMulKu0HTMMzYz20_WzjTKv0tnSj6F9UzcWLCiB9Du3kQ3QpvpDuf2sKSGrl8PzfXfmd_TIqhOsfEQCuGQhftzzmoSaMfinZTEWSXTSWSZDZ66e7XAv_JdeZDe-_1BVhYNxdt2aoKsqc5YSQi7vsBY_NJbMYYvMDeiEFF9fFMEFRREvh5HEMR1aLwKIzr3kotVPXVpeuvTTQw_HbxM49=w699-h932-no-tmp.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 25, 2017, 03:00:00 AM
Its always nice to get some deals. Good to see you around Remco!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mr. Black on September 25, 2017, 04:20:04 AM
Its always nice to get some deals. Good to see you around Remco!

Here to stay, Shawn :D I'll have to update my customs thread one of these days. I'm currently working on an Aayla Secura. The progress can be seen on my Instagram account @mrblackscustoms ;)

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 14, 2017, 06:12:10 AM
Forgot to share the box I got in from Hasbro from NYCC:

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 20, 2017, 02:27:41 AM
Got in my walgreens Force Spirit Obi-Wan and my Gamestop Battlefront II Pilot. I like the look of both.
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Post by: Jodo on October 28, 2017, 10:02:09 PM
I nabbed two TFA Han Solo 3.75 TBS figures at a nearby Walmart for $3 each recently. I plan to use them for custom parts eventually. ;D
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Post by: JDeck on November 12, 2017, 06:51:08 PM
I got another cool Tevis Star Wars tumbler. It is the Yoda one, with his picture in sepia tone and the quote "Do or do not there is no try" on the reverse. I like it.  It is double walled vacuum sealed. Great for hot or cold drinks.  Pretty much all of the Star Wars cups are 16oz.

The last picture is the reason for the purchase. I went to a fast food resturant and the woman behind the counter dug her nails in the styrofoam cup. So it bagan to slowly leak unbeknownst to me. So long story short I had to drink fast. Lol.
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Post by: Tamer on November 13, 2017, 03:49:18 AM
Wow, those must have been some nails. Glad you found a replacement cup.
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Post by: The Spectre on December 01, 2017, 04:43:55 PM
Hit up your local Game Stops!

They are having a 50% off all clearance items sale this weekend!

I scored all of this across the 5 closest Game Stops to my house (both Cliftons, both Waynes and Lodi).

The Star Wars Rathtars and Probe Droids were $7.49 each. The Cyborgs were $4.97 each. The Rogue One 4pk was $9.99. The Skyrim skeletal dragon was $7.49.

The stores I visited had tons of collectibles (mostly 6" scale and larger) so it's time to hunt!
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Post by: Tamer on December 02, 2017, 09:13:26 AM
I was just at Gamestop yesterday and didn't see that where I was. I might have picked up that Snoke with Throne. Might have to go back and check tomorrow
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Post by: The Spectre on December 02, 2017, 09:17:35 AM
I was just at Gamestop yesterday and didn't see that where I was. I might have picked up that Snoke with Throne. Might have to go back and check tomorrow

The 50% off is only on the clearance items of which Snoke is not. They have a lot of other SW items that are clearance though like the Rathtar and Probe Droid sets I picked up, the small 2pks (Rey/Praetorian Guard and Han/Fett), the single carded "Rogue One" figures, many older 6" Black Series items and tons of non toy items like t-shirts, lanyards, wallets, ice cube trays, etc.
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Post by: Tamer on December 02, 2017, 09:19:58 AM
I saw those too and didn't see any clearance prices on em. To be honest though, I didn't look too hard.
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Post by: The Spectre on December 02, 2017, 10:45:19 AM
I saw those too and didn't see any clearance prices on em. To be honest though, I didn't look too hard.

A lot of the items were not marked for clearance as you can see from the majority of the Rathtars in my pic. It took a lot of price checking to figure out what was clearance and what was not.
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Post by: JDeck on December 09, 2017, 02:05:50 PM
I went to Wal-Mart reluctantly, I was hoping the snow would drive customers away, but ehh not the case. So I went to the Star Wars section and first I noticed the TFA 3.75 TBS figures were still there *sigh*. However upon my surpise there was a display of Rogue one figures *score*!! Filled with Royal Guards and Death Troopers. So I picked a few of them up. I found an old TBS Moseph Bineed, but I let it go.

   The thing that really caught my eye was the "force  link" Probe Droid and Darth Vader set. I've been eyeballing this set for quite a while but finally decided to get it.  So I got it home and unpacked it, and I am really impressed with it.

    The Probe droid itself has about 17 poa, which is awesome. The manipulator arms have ball joints  at the base. Then some of them have articulated "elbows" and/or "wrists". The head is on a swivel as well as the small little gun. The Probe Droid does have a missile launcher which is a negative for me because I am a mature adult, and I don't play with my toys. But if you are a kid it's pretty cool, you can have fun with it. The head of the missile blends well, but the tail sticks waayy out. The details on the head are amazing. Yes, I will admit that this one is much better than the custom one I made a while back. The droid does come with a stand, that is very similar to the one I constructed for my custom, starting to get paranoid now. Ohh yeah and the antennae go up and down slightly, thats cool too.

The Vader figure, I suppose is to be the TESB version, but it looks like the R1 head. Its a cool little 5POA Darth. I might use the rubber "soft goods" on a custom Vader I want to do.
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Post by: Darth More on December 10, 2017, 04:08:02 AM
Nice score and thanks for sharing this cool story, which is great to read on a cold Sunday! The Probe Droid is great and even more awesome than I thought! Thank you for the detailed look at it!

I am also going to buy the set with Vader & the Probe Droid, but the regular price for it here in Germany is 34.99€ (~ $40)...I would spend 20-25€ on it, but that's my limit.

Have a nice 2nd Advent!

- Philipp
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Post by: Tamer on December 10, 2017, 06:18:09 AM
Nice review on that JDeck. I think Gamestop has these on clearance for seven bucks now if you want a few and can find em.
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Post by: Mr. Black on December 29, 2017, 11:11:13 AM
Just like last year, Christmas was pretty good for me :) Behold the Star Wars goodies I received this year!

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4681/25504058648_ca1120613a_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ERGY67)swgoodies2017 (https://flic.kr/p/ERGY67) by Remco Zwart (https://www.flickr.com/photos/remcozwart/), on Flickr

- Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View;
- 4 pairs of TLJ socks (I was wearing the Kylo Ren pair);
- Sphero R2-D2;
- Lego Microfighters Series 5 First Order TIE Fighter;
- 2 suitcase travel labels;
- TLJ movie magazine;
- 4 (fake) Lego Christmas minifigs.

The Sphero R2-D2... wow... just wow. What an awesome piece of geeky awesomeness that one is! I already had the BB-8, but this one is clearly a step up.
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Post by: (SID) on January 24, 2018, 01:28:05 AM
Well got the tip from yakface and my closet WalMart had the BS AT-ST $15 10X in stock... I bit and bought 6x... Then tonight the last 3x...

I fell kinda crazy / drunk on the fact that (including the org. Release) I have 10! Modern AT-ST's

Same location also had the BS PONDA, TUSKEN, DEATH TROOPER for $8+ so grabbed one of each too.

I honestly don't buy SW Toys anymore unless its dirt cheap and/or in bulk it seems... So the $140+ on the vehicles in "reality" is not bad.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 24, 2018, 03:17:18 AM
Great prices on that at-sts. I might have to go look for a couple myself. Feels like forever since I have brought home a new SW Item.
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Post by: Tamer on January 28, 2018, 06:08:33 AM
Well low and behold I was able to find 3 AT-STs at that great price of 15 a pop. Just as soon as I got em into my cart there was another guy who has a full cart of all toys who was glaring at me as I walked away. I think he wanted them ::)
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Post by: (SID) on January 28, 2018, 05:37:09 PM
Yeah... They have been flying off the shelves now @ $15 I got 9x but  I  could've gotten 6-9x more lol. Sometimes you gotta draw the line though and I just  got what  felt good for displays (resale if "needed" too) I honestly didn't want to horde these... Tempting as it is/was
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Post by: Tamer on January 29, 2018, 03:10:19 AM
I see another close walmart has about 7 more of em at that price. Its hard to believe.
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Post by: (SID) on January 30, 2018, 01:14:23 AM
Yeah... Its scary... But predictable since it was overpriced, overstocked, shipped baldly (never saw a perfect box) and something no one wanted / asked for. Sadly I won't be surprised for all these reasons this toy becomes a higher price tag variation.

Anyway I just had a huge eBay buying spree from a seller... And scored this lot. I knew that If I waited I would get them super cheap. An after seeing TLJ I'm glad I did LOL.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 30, 2018, 03:11:42 AM
Wow, great deal for all those figures. I finally got in my Jaina Solo Fans Choice figure yesterday. Minty minty fresh.
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Post by: Clonehead on February 10, 2018, 01:25:30 AM
Never seen Mrs solo in the wild as of yet.
Picked up a 40th Jawa and Death Star Trooper for my early bird display from tru yesterday
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Post by: Tamer on February 10, 2018, 08:43:04 AM
Nice. I see they are making cases for the carded 40th anniversary figs. Might get some to display em on. I think I have em all? I need to go check.
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Post by: Tamer on February 15, 2018, 03:09:18 AM
This showed up on the porch yesterday:

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Post by: Jodo on March 02, 2018, 07:20:25 PM
I did a thing yesterday...
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Post by: (SID) on March 02, 2018, 08:29:54 PM
Wow that's a lot of 2-packs. Many stores have them still. Been tempted to do army build myself.
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Post by: Darth More on March 03, 2018, 03:35:53 AM
Holy cow! Looks like you bought the shelves empty of all Walmarts in your area! Nice scores! And a lot of Baze Malbus' to sell, again! :D

- Philipp
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Post by: Tamer on March 03, 2018, 05:35:37 AM
Wow you cleared em out!
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Post by: The Spectre on March 03, 2018, 02:33:16 PM
I did a thing yesterday...

So I guess you will be sending all of us here a Baze Malbus figure on our birthdays then LOL
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 06, 2018, 04:37:16 AM
Finally got a six inch tuskin in the mail yesterday
I never did see this one in the wild
I think he was the last figure I needed for my early bird display
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Post by: Tamer on March 06, 2018, 09:41:07 AM
Nice Clint. I don't think I saw that one either.
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Post by: Jodo on March 16, 2018, 04:09:07 PM
I did a thing yesterday...

So I guess you will be sending all of us here a Baze Malbus figure on our birthdays then LOL

For many years to come!  ;D I have been joking about what I could do with them over on YakFace...Perhaps a bunch of customs...Baze had to have brothers, right?  :o :P

As far as my recent purchases, I got this set of vintage figures from my cousin's antique store for $50 total. The Ewok ended up being a duplicate of the one I already had, so I may end up offering it up for trade.

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Post by: Jodo on March 19, 2018, 04:07:50 PM
I got these this week as well! The FX-Wing also came from my cousin's store, and the Rebel set came from Slacker's CDs and Games in Alton IL. My girlfriend and I were in there buying a multi-out cord for my Super Nintendo, so I checked the figure section.

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Post by: Tamer on March 20, 2018, 02:16:15 AM
Nice X-Wing!
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Post by: JDeck on March 25, 2018, 06:59:29 PM
I had to get a life sized porg. My friend wanted one but the aren't sold in Europe.  It's pretty nice looking. I believe its the target exclusive, but I got it on Amazon. It makes 3 or 4 porg noises, and the battery can be changed, there is a velcro pocket on the back, with the voice box inside. It's kinda cool. If anyone asks what it is on the plane I'll say it's my lunch. Lol.
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Post by: Tamer on March 26, 2018, 02:10:59 AM
Nice plan.
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Post by: Darth More on March 27, 2018, 11:00:49 AM
Very nice looking! So you're going to visit your friend in Europe! That's very nice! I'm sure he/she will be very happy about this fluffy fellow!

- Philipp
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Post by: The Spectre on March 27, 2018, 11:33:16 AM
Belated Monday Mail Call!

Received a trade package full of awesome parts from action figure artist and good friend Stephen Hayford!
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Post by: The Spectre on March 27, 2018, 11:41:43 AM
Check your K-Mart stores! All clearance toys are "take an additional 50% off the lowest price marked"! They are also running a "spend $12, get $12" sale if you have their rewards card. Everything in this pic cost me $11.48 in total!
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Post by: Tamer on March 28, 2018, 02:18:40 AM
Great deal Dan!

Folks I am also hearing of people finding the vintage wave too. Its time to head out!
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Post by: The Spectre on March 31, 2018, 01:15:47 PM
Belated Friday Mail Call!

Another Tusken joins the tribe thanks to Stephen Hayford!
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Post by: JDeck on April 01, 2018, 07:16:03 AM
I'm spending Easyer with a family in Europe, I brought the boy, who's 5, a hand full of Hot Wheels Star Wars ships. He likes them, especially the U-wing, the wings open up. It's pretty cool. They didn't have anything like this when I was a kid. I'm glad he likes them.
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Post by: ImperialOfficer on April 07, 2018, 01:04:30 PM
I got a lot of figures from a nearby collector. I paid $75 for all 72 items.
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Post by: Darth More on April 07, 2018, 01:51:06 PM
@JDeck: That's so nice of you JDeck! Where are you in Europe and how long are you going to stay? You're welcome in Dresden any time! The HotWheels ships are very nice, indeed!
I guess it's a pain in the neck for Hasbro that Mattel also got the license, now.

The U-Wing is great and the gifted boy will probably keep these special memories for his life.



@ImperialOfficer: WOW! THAT WAS A STEAL OF A DEAL!  :o :o :o :o :o :o
Congratulations! This is a great lot of good stuff right there!  0/
Your collection is growing quickly!

- Philipp
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Post by: Tamer on April 08, 2018, 04:43:08 AM
Wow, love seeing that potf and sote stuff. Great deal.
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Post by: (SID) on April 08, 2018, 04:59:21 PM
Crazy deal on that old Kenner / new hasblow stuff. Lol.

Its the entire reason I stopped collecting from retail stores.

Curious if that POTF2 Jedi luke is the brown vest?  ;)
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Post by: The Spectre on April 17, 2018, 12:03:29 PM
After taking my postal exam today I hit up Walmart on the way home and scored some insane "Star Wars" clearance items.

I am not a fan of Disney SW, but I could not pass up these vehicles at these prices (TIE Silencer was $13, Sand Speeder was $11 and the 2 small ones were $9 each).
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Post by: ImperialOfficer on April 17, 2018, 03:57:15 PM
Crazy deal on that old Kenner / new hasblow stuff. Lol.

Its the entire reason I stopped collecting from retail stores.

Curious if that POTF2 Jedi luke is the brown vest?  ;)
It is brown vest, why?
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Post by: (SID) on April 17, 2018, 04:33:14 PM
Ha I thought so...

The brown was the 1st release of the Luke Jedi. One of the "rarer" figures from that line since it was quickly corrected.

Its just cool for that reason. You can find him sometimes in these types of lots... Just a cool bonus... Since not everyone has/got one.
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Post by: Tamer on April 18, 2018, 02:27:03 AM
Wow Dan those are some insane prices on brand new toys for the smaller two.
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Post by: Tamer on April 18, 2018, 02:42:54 AM
I did finally pick up a Range Trooper. I like it.
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Post by: Tamer on April 19, 2018, 02:20:34 AM

This showed up yesterday, it is huge!
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Post by: talonreap on April 25, 2018, 05:40:26 PM
Wow, glad to see people have been finding some killer deals on star wars stuff both new and old! I recently picked up my first TVC figure ever, the Hoth Rebel Soldier. I wasn't into collecting during the glory days of the first TVC run, so I'm really glad I found this rare(ish) figure at a local Target.

(https://i.imgur.com/e64ddez.jpg)

I also found the Stormtrooper (Mimban) at a Walmart near home. The figure has a hard time balancing due to the cape, but the sculpt is just magnificent and I love the new long rifle he has. Definitely looking to pick up another! I have them displayed here next to older figures for comparison. I would highly recommend both figures!

(https://i.imgur.com/8iyU95k.jpg)
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Post by: ImperialOfficer on April 25, 2018, 06:06:05 PM
Today I ordered two cases of the tbs 3.75 shoretrooper wave and one case of the proto fett wave for $70 each on ebay.
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Post by: Tamer on April 26, 2018, 02:51:38 AM
Man, I have yet to see my first vintage figure on the pegs. So jonesing for that new wampa and luke force link 2.0 too. That dirty trooper looks awesome.

Sounds like IO got a great deal on cases of figures too.
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Post by: The Spectre on April 28, 2018, 08:11:11 PM
Saturday Mail Call!

I received my Hasbro HasLabs "Star Wars" The Vintage Collection Jabba's Sail Barge booklet!

It is going to be a long wait until February...
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Post by: Tamer on April 29, 2018, 05:20:28 AM
Awesome Dan. I am still waiting on mine, not very patiently I might add.
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Post by: Tamer on May 12, 2018, 10:35:25 AM
I picked up my first new vintage line figure the First Order Stormtrooper minty on his vintage cardback.

He rang up at 7 bucks.
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Post by: Darth More on May 12, 2018, 12:05:14 PM
@talonreap: Awesome scores my friend! The VC Hoth Rebel Soldier and the Probe Droid are my favourite protucts from Hasbro of the last 2 years!

@Tamer: Nice score Shawn! You can't do anythning wrong with 7 bucks! That reminds me of the good old days of the Legacy Collection. TVC figures cost between 20,99€/~$25.18 and 23,99€/~28.78 by now here in Germany...that's the new MRSP for them. When the Vintage Collection was set on hiatus in 2012 they were at 12,99€-14.99€ ($15.98-17.98) here.

Have a nice weekend everyone and happy hunting!

- Philipp
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Post by: ImperialOfficer on May 25, 2018, 09:58:27 AM
Today at school someone I had never talked to gave me the AMC promo solo dice. I didn't think it was significant enough to post until I saw that they are going for anywhere from $25 to $50 on ebay!
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Post by: Tamer on May 27, 2018, 05:29:08 AM
Picked up the force link 2.0 Mimban Stormtrooper. Looks like it has more arty than the regular 5 poa figures too from what I can tell.
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Post by: Tamer on June 02, 2018, 06:13:02 AM
Got my force link 2.0 Hoth Leia. She really does have a great sculpt. If we just had this sculpt on the vintage body they made back in the day we would be set.
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Post by: Darth More on June 02, 2018, 06:44:28 AM
@ImperialOfficer: Wow, that's a great story! What a nice gesture of your classmate/school-friend! I just looked up these promo dice on google images - they look pretty sweet! Thanks for sharing this story!


@Tamer: Congrats to both of these figures! Their sculpts are very decent, indeed! Is the ForceLink 2.0 working well, too? Or does it need another update?  ;D


- Philipp
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Post by: Tamer on June 03, 2018, 05:17:43 AM
They seem to have a bit more arty than 5 poa, but not too many more.
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Post by: Tamer on June 08, 2018, 02:41:36 AM
I just got in my Force Link 2.0 Luke and Wampas! I will try to post a pic. This has been hard for me to track down!
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Post by: Tamer on June 10, 2018, 03:37:32 AM
Well I finally got in my 6" 4 Lom, but amazon shipped it in a flimsy envelope so it was crushed so I have to send it back!
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Post by: ImperialOfficer on June 10, 2018, 04:52:08 AM
Yesterday for my birthday I got the black series poe dameron helmet, BS6 admiral ackbar 2 pack, toys r us force link 2 pack, star wars rebels Vizago and IG-RM 2 pack, legacy collection saga legends Obi Wan, and TBS 3.75 hoth luke. I also have quite a few tunghori figures coming in the mail, and lots of birtday money. Hopefully I can convince my parents to allow me to buy a 167 figure lot from someone locally if they accept my offer of $300. The lot has darth nihilous, darth bane, evolutions mandalore, and lots of other rare figures, all loose/complete.
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Post by: Tamer on June 10, 2018, 06:31:09 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/ZVDP7yg.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/QGgr51C.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/eafSKi4.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/zRY7GAy.jpg)

And man I did not take very good phone pics, but you get the idea.
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Post by: Darth More on June 10, 2018, 12:58:17 PM
@ImperialOfficer: I send my belated birthday wishes to you! Your post tells me, you've been having a great time! Congratulations to all the great presents you got! If your parents allow you to buy this lot and if the seller accepts your offer, you will be a lucky guy! My fingers are crossed for you! I remember back in the days when I had to get permission from my parents for each and everything. It was annoying sometimes, but it also taught me some important lessons. One of them is: I cannot own everything and I also don't need to. So even if we sometimes don't agree with them not allowing you certain things, we often recognize later that they were actually right.
Best regards from Germany and have a nice Sunday!


@Tamer: Yes, we were talking about these flimsy shippers from Amazon the other day. I don't like them at all also because they're very easy to access for thieves. But I'm sure you'll get another 4-LOM in prestine condition. Fingers crossed for you, too! Yesterday, it was in the news that  Amazon destroys a certain amout of stock on a DAILY basis! That really surprised me. They shred unsold (and outdated) electronic devices like tablets and smartphones, but also household appliances and many more items. What a waist of recources...but that's a different topic.

Congratulations to your latest acquirements! You told us, you were looking forward to getting the Wampa and Leia for a while! I really hope, that we'll also see another Wampa in The Vintage Collection in 2019 or 2020...
Is this Salacious Crumb with Jabba's pipe  from the POTF line?
Thanks for sbaring the pics and have a good Sunday, too!

- Philipp
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Post by: Tamer on June 11, 2018, 03:37:46 AM
It says vintage on it. I am not sure if its POTF or what as it says its Kenner. I saw BBTS was selling them.

KENNER STAR WARS VINTAGE COLLECTIBLES
Mighty Jabba the Hutt needs a fully stocked throne! Previously released for the 1983 Jabba the Hutt Kenner playset, fans can enjoy a bit of nostalgia with this Pipe and Slave Collar accessory. Each original accessory is sealed in factory bags and comes from the original production of the Kenner playset.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Search?Brand=2308&Company=12 (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Search?Brand=2308&Company=12&utm_source=site&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=ImperialShipyards)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 11, 2018, 10:06:49 PM
@Tamer: Thank you very much for sharing the link! That’s interesting...I’ll do some further research on that. It looks like we can get two original  accessories from 1985 in 2018, doesn’t it?  And I hope Hasbro keep their promise of a new release of Jabba’s Throne in The Vintage Collection...

- Philipp
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Post by: Tamer on June 12, 2018, 05:40:50 AM
Yes, it is awesome to get vintage stuff. They look pristine too. Wouldn't it be awesome if Hasbro had some type of warehouse of old Kenner stuff they would release like this to us now?
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Post by: ImperialOfficer on June 14, 2018, 03:34:29 PM
Today I went looking for toys for the first time in months. I only went to one target, and there wasn't very much solo stuff there, although they had a ton of TLJ stuff. For basic figures all they had was Qi'ra, K-2S0 and luke. They had a few lando 2 packs, some enfys nest speeders, and a wampa! I ended up getting the wampa, enfys with speeder, and a hoth rebel trooper.
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Post by: Tamer on June 15, 2018, 04:51:58 AM
Looks like a nice score to me. Love all that Hoth stuff.
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Post by: ImperialOfficer on June 15, 2018, 12:00:21 PM
Today's amazon haul...
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Post by: Tamer on June 16, 2018, 04:26:37 AM
I like the McQuarrie Stuff!
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Post by: ImperialOfficer on June 20, 2018, 05:31:17 AM
My haul from the past few days.
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Post by: ImperialOfficer on June 20, 2018, 03:58:33 PM
I got a late birthday present today. Lots of clone wars figures/fodder fron tunghori. I also got a ROTS chopper droid, not pictured.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ImperialOfficer on June 23, 2018, 03:05:59 PM
Today I went to a local toy comic expo, and I hot a lot of stuff. Everything pictured cost $90 total. I recieved the loose clones in a trade. Also, does anyone know how to fix the joint on the at st? It broke about a minute after opening :'(
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Post by: Tamer on June 24, 2018, 04:38:22 AM
Wow lots of cool stuff. Great finds.

I think Clint or someone had a fix for that leg joint around here somewhere. If the pics are still there (photobucket changed their policies). It is a big problem with that particular vehicle. There might even be some parts on eBay for that.
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Post by: Tamer on July 13, 2018, 08:57:33 AM

Got my 6" Wolffes and then Fed Ex gave me a nice gift from Hasbro; all of their Star Wars SDCC Exclusives!
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Post by: Darth More on July 13, 2018, 12:53:42 PM
@ImperialOfficer: Nice finds from the expo! I'm sorry for the broken joint. If you know a dental technician near you, I'm sure he/she can help you.

I would fix it like this:

Please, read completely before following the steps and consider if this instruction is an option for you.

1. Use super glue to fix the joint (done - your broken part is successfully repaired! But it won't last for long...)
2. Mix a two component silicone rubber to make an impresion/mold of the now fixed part.
3. Check the mold if the imoression is authentic. Break the part again. Yes, break it.
4. Take a dremel or sandpaper to reduce just a little bit of the plastic and roughen both sides along the edges. You can also use sandpaper. Be very careful and avoid that the plastic get too hot and melts away.
5. When the gap between broken piece and leg of the AT-ST is about 3 mm, put the loose pice into the silicone mold using just a small drop of superglue (you can use a tooth pick to apply it).
6. Use a two component (dental) resin to fill the gap and let it polymerise it under 2 bar of pressure. I would use a dental resin because it is very tough.
7. After about 30 minutes in the pressure pot, the resin should be polymerised completely.
You can take the piece out, remove the silicone mold and work by the fixed area with fine sandpaper.
This is actually about how dentures are fixed in dental labs.

I hope this could help you. I also fixed broken parts like this because new/added resin is always more stable than a glued edge.


@Tamer: Wow, this is a package of greatness! So many goodies! Is it xmas already, again? SDCC is just around the corner! That makes me very happy! Maybe some day I will attend, too.


- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 13, 2018, 01:13:31 PM
A couple weeks ago I received my latest purchase from good ole, yet mysterious tunghori:


(https://i.imgur.com/G9kL8dI.jpg)


(https://i.imgur.com/TXIzvOw.jpg)


I really like the fact that tunghori supplies us with loose figures and offers worldwide shipping. Rising prices are a true pain, though. I was still willing to pay $14.99 + $1 additional shipping for the exclusive TVC Rey to use her as a Jedi Knight from Knight of the Old Republic (with alternate lightsaber of course...). And I'm VERY curious if the TBS Snowtrooper Commander will return in The Vintage Collection. I got the feeling that we'll see quite a lot Hoth stuff in 2019 and beyond...

I spent about $430 at tunghori's over the last couple months to help a friend of mine complete his loose The Vintage Collection. Still, there won't be any discount from tunghori. Reduced shipping costs are the maximum gratitude...he is an excellent business man that's for sure. But he was so kind and send me replacements for three messed up heads, which had severe flaws like super glue or messed up paint apps. I will go into detail on another topic down the road...

Before I bought these VC120 Rebel Soldiers I asked tunghori if all of them come without the soft good skirt...they all do. So that's the next challenge for me. It's time for some sewing, again!

Follow this link to see how I restore these VC Rebel Soldiers (Hoth):


http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10179.30


Oh, and one thing I'd like to say about the VC120 Rebel Soldier (Hoth):

It DOES feel like The Vintage Collection from 2010-2012! It's good to have this feeling back...

Have a great weekend everyone!

- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on July 18, 2018, 06:19:04 PM
Wednesday Mail Call II!

I received this great "Solo: A Star Wars Story" swoopbike from a friend on Facebook!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 19, 2018, 04:43:28 AM
Got this in the mail yesterday. Wow its nice!

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ImperialOfficer on July 20, 2018, 05:57:36 AM
I've received a lot of stuff the past week...

(https://i.imgur.com/8B3Gf7n.jpg?1)

(https://i.imgur.com/JI0X2tm.jpg?1)

Paid $80 for the droids... Unfortunately the seller forgot to send 5 of the 20 I had bought, so I should receive them next week along with 21 more.


(https://i.imgur.com/IhVz1dK.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/r4wdLyI.jpg)

Got these in a trade. Can anyone identify the Super Battle Droid with black markings? I also need weapons for the Aqua Droids, if anyone has extra.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 21, 2018, 05:06:18 AM
You are developing quite the droid army. Nice!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 01, 2018, 04:42:48 AM
Finally got in my 4-LOM. It is pretty nice. EE always does a good job with shipping and packaging. I am waiting on my Gamorrean Guards to come in from Target via mail too. Hope that box gets packed well too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ImperialOfficer on August 06, 2018, 07:26:01 PM
Lots of new stuff the past few weeks...

(https://i.imgur.com/Cv6ijG8.jpg)

Got a bunch of droids from the same seller...  Paid $80


(https://i.imgur.com/rimYY46.jpg)

Some fodder/micro machines from a trade. Also got an incomplete ROTS jedi starfighter.


(https://i.imgur.com/nI77ERd.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/tA6cNN4.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/f6DGd8R.jpg)

Some stuff from a few shops I went to while in Wisconsin, visiting my grandparents. $25 total


(https://i.imgur.com/qTo330U.jpg?1)

Got these for $26 shipped.


(https://i.imgur.com/L4zuCVD.png)

$25 shipped...


(https://i.imgur.com/Iz3My9N.png)

Won my first actual auction on eBay today... Put in the winning bid with 3 seconds left!


(https://i.imgur.com/XPjCzA1.png)

Same seller... I was the only bidder on this one. Got both auctions for a total of $36 - $25 for the clones and $11 for the droids!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on August 06, 2018, 08:47:54 PM
Very sweet score. Its crazy what stuff goes for on eBay. Its all about "who wants it". Its deals like you got that switched me from both a brick and mortar  shopper and a carded collector. Sooo much gets made, rushed to be bought then DUMPED lol 0/

Long live secondary market. Zero reason to support Hasbro
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 07, 2018, 06:39:19 AM
Looks like you got some great deals. I still have the momc mentality a lot of times, but I can sure see this getting me out of it and my collecting getting a lot cheaper!

And to add to this I finally got my 6" Darth Maul. Hard to believe I passed on this figure way back when the six inch line first started, but I got a pretty good deal compared to what I have seen this figure go for. I have so got to get off my duff and get some of this displayed. If you folks could see how crazy my collection room is now you would think you were in an episode of hoarders. I have plans to remedy this though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 07, 2018, 02:13:14 PM
Found my guard on the shelf at my closest target on the way home yesterday.  It was the only one they had.

Hey, that Super Battle Droid didn’t come from the battle of christophsis Target exclusive Super Battle pack, did it? Those packs were always good for having exclusive decos to their  figures or vehicles.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ImperialOfficer on August 07, 2018, 03:10:42 PM
Hey, that Super Battle Droid didn’t come from the battle of christophsis Target exclusive Super Battle pack, did it? Those packs were always good for having exclusive decos to their  figures or vehicles.

No, I actually found out thst it is a Cortosis SBD from a Walmart droid factory 2 pack.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on August 07, 2018, 09:48:25 PM
Looks like you got some great deals. I still have the momc mentality a lot of times, but I can sure see this getting me out of it and my collecting getting a lot cheaper!

And to add to this I finally got my 6" Darth Maul. Hard to believe I passed on this figure way back when the six inch line first started, but I got a pretty good deal compared to what I have seen this figure go for. I have so got to get off my duff and get some of this displayed. If you folks could see how crazy my collection room is now you would think you were in an episode of hoarders. I have plans to remedy this though.

Yeah that MAUL is a cool figure. I skipped the whole line passing on every figure (Disney stores even had pegs full of slave Leia and greedo $4-5 lol)... Until 2016 when I saw the line wasn't gunna die and everything was super cheap ($6 figures at Gamestop etc) its really great stuff they make for the 6" its just overpriced and has poor product choices.

I got my maul by having to purchase an entire lot of 6 BS figures for like $65 to me that really is what this stuff is worth hahaha $20+ is crazy since the org. Toy biz marvel legends look like $70+ toys in comparison.

I understand your comment on how your collection appears. I moved mine from storage months ago and its still like a bomb went off. Sooo glad I opened 75% of my stuff and just saved all the packaging. I dunno how people can maintain sooo much care and space 😵
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on August 14, 2018, 02:27:29 PM
Picked up a Gammy Guard with damaged packaging for $21.01 and a Commander Wolffe at the local book store.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 15, 2018, 05:10:21 AM
Very nice, I have yet to see that Gammy Guard, but a local friend has two for me when I see him next weekend at WV Pop Con.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 19, 2018, 12:46:53 PM
Just a head's-up:

GameStop has been having a "take and additional 50% off clearance price" sale for the last few weeks.

The GameStop exclusive "Star Wars Black Series" 6" scale Supreme Leader Snoke w/throne is a part of that sale. Originally priced at $36.99 (or thereabouts) it is now $9.97.

I picked one up awhile back but neglected to post it due to being exhausted from this job everyday.

The throne is MASSIVE and looks really impressive with 3.75" scale figures. It will need some modifications: an additional step or steps as the 3.75" scale figure's feet just dangle above the original step and an additional back piece as the smaller figure's back does not reach the back of the throne.

I envision this as the throne of a planetary dictator (think Ming the Merciless type). and it should look great once the modifications are made and it is repainted.

The 6" scale Snoke will be modified into a gaunt troll for my fantasy diorama.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 20, 2018, 02:13:35 AM
I need to go see if I can find me a six inch snoke at that price. Nice Dan!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on August 22, 2018, 01:27:38 AM
Being eyeing these myself for the $10 price they finally started to move. I saw jayson from yakface did a great lighting scheme and paint job (complete with dead smoke) .

Honestly a great piece to hoard and use for w/e and even trade/sell for later
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 22, 2018, 05:01:19 PM
Scored a Force Link 2.0 Wampa/Hoth Luke set for under $10 on my lunch break today at the K-Mart near my house that is closing.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 23, 2018, 02:20:59 AM
Great deal Dan.

I got in my Target 6" Gammys yesterday. They were both pristine! ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ImperialOfficer on August 24, 2018, 07:38:54 AM
Got some good stuff at Michigan comic con on Sunday. I ended up paying an average of $5 per figure, and I was able to get Timothy zahn to autograph my copy of Thrawn: Alliances!

(https://i.imgur.com/dOX7lHE.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Ph44uq4.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/ZJ3NZu9.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 26, 2018, 06:16:00 AM
Cool deal on that Zahn Auto!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 04, 2018, 05:18:25 AM
@CloneSniper78: Congrats on this great deal on the Gamorrean Guard! Wolffe is fantastic, too!

@ImperialOfficer: Wow, you got some awesome stuff recently! Your collection is growing FAST! That autograph looks great! Did you know that "Zahn" means "tooth" in German? So if the author translated his surname his full name would be Timothy Tooth!




Yesterday, I had a good start into the new week! My latest order from ebay seller tunghori arrived and here is what's in the box:


(https://i.imgur.com/4Bu9eD8.jpg)


A couple weeks ago, tunghori listed the SDCC 2018 exclusive Comic Set figures of Doctor Aphra, Triple Zero and Beetee One for the first time. I couldn't resist and bought the three of them. Then, I thought I paid too much for them, but now that I got them in hand, I'm more than happy!

I paid the following prices for these figures:

- Dr. Aphra - $19.99 USD
- BT-1 - $21.99 USD
- 0-0-0 - $12.99 USD

tunghori still has 0-0-0 in stock (as of this post) and he might relist Dr. Aphra and BT-1, again. Keep checking his ebay store if you still hunt for them lose or buy this set new at HasbroToyShop:
Here are the hyperlinks to

tunghori's ebay store: https://www.ebay.com/sch/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=&_ssn=tunghori&_sop=10 (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?ff3=4&pub=5575055288&toolid=10001&campid=5337373868&customid=&mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fsch%2Fm.html%3F_nkw%3D%26_armrs%3D1%26_ipg%3D%26_from%3D%26_ssn%3Dtunghori%26_sop%3D10)
and
HasbroToyShop: https://www.hasbrotoyshop.com/en/htsusa/-e16280000?catName=



Still, I paid a premium price for these three, but living in Germany there was no cheaper way for me to get them...one German etailer indeed listed this 3-Pack for preorder for 69,90€ (~$81.08). And even if I had gotten a new set, I probably wouldn't have unboxed the figures.
So including shipping I paid a total of $61.97 USD (~54,84€) and I'm so happy to have them that I spontaneously decided to make a review on them!


See my full review after the jump: http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10507.msg207850#msg207850 



My previous order was incomplete. One of two TIE Fighter Pilots (Lt. Oxixio) and the goggles of TVC VC88 Pricess Leia (Sandstorm Outfit) were missing. This happened to me twice before, but tunghori does not hesitate to send the missing items.
Another plus for good ole tunghori...
He listed the Lt. Oxixio figure as TVC TIE Fighter Pilot of Walmart's latest exclusive. The helmet is different from the Lt. Oxixio multipack figure, indeed, but it's neither the pack-in figure of the TIE Fighter. More on that later...

(https://i.imgur.com/49pPjaP.jpg)
 

I placed my order on August 24, 2018 paid a day after that to clearify details (missing parts) and received the shippment on September 3, 2018. So delivery only took 9 days to Germany since payment including two Sundays, which is quite impressive to me!



Happy hunting everyone!


- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 05, 2018, 02:45:36 AM
Darth More I enjoyed your review of the SDCC Set. I actually picked one extra up myself I liked it so much. I actually got out to a few new stores over the weekend, but didn't really see much.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on September 07, 2018, 11:53:04 AM
Not a purchase, but the beginning of my hunt...It appears TVC Wave 2 has finally hit stores, so everyone be on the lookout. As soon as I can, I'm hitting up a local Walmart. The desire to go out and look for anything is quite rare now-a-days!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 08, 2018, 06:46:48 AM
I just got word my Piett has shipped!

Gonna hit walmart today to see if vintage wave 2 has hit.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 10, 2018, 02:31:45 PM
@Tamer: I'm glad you enjoyed my review, Shawn! Thank you for sharing it on the pages, again! I'm also happy that you got two of the Aphra sets! If I lived in the U.S. I would've bought one pack new, too! But I'm as happy as I could be with the loose set from tunghori. I stopped unboxing stuff in 2012.

Cool that your Piett has been shipped! Are you going to make a review on him, too?
And how was your hunt at Walmart? Did you find TVC Wave 2 there?


@Jodo: Thanks for the alert! I saw posts on JTA, too and also that Amazon had them in stock. But when I saw the listings on there I couldn't believe what I was seeing there:


(https://i.imgur.com/vEbaMAa.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/pMjuYku.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/8JQNj3u.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/0UGgZGP.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/5fS0UOK.jpg)



Sold and shipped by Amazon. The list price from Amazon varies between $22 and $25. What is going on there?!
I mean Wave 1 started to be listed over the MRSP already, but this is getting nuts - I mean Toys "R" Us sells TVC figures for 21,99€ already here in Germany, but these prices on Amazon.com just become crazy! Amazon seems to even be scalping their own prices! Welcome to Wall Street...


I know that they started selling Wave 1 over the MRSP at $14.99. The VC120 Rebel Trooper (Hoth) stayed stable at the price for the longest time and sold for as low as $11.00 a couple weeks ago.
All the other Sequel repacks of Wave 1 are way down to 6 bucks or so.


But the regular retail price for the TVC Asst. still is  $12.99 + sales tax in the United States, isn't it?


- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 10, 2018, 03:02:57 PM
Monday Mail Call:

And here's what was in the package today: Found these 7 figures for 77€ shipped on the bay.

They came in a box of Masters of the Univere's ROBOTO shipper. Was this a Mail-Away from Mattel? I don't know much of Masters of the Universe, just had fun to carefully remove the tape...


(https://i.imgur.com/vJHiezx.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/gPxNkct.jpg)



I would've never thought that I buy a 5POA action figure in 2018 for 10 bucks, but I made an exception for the Evil himself and two of his Guards...

(https://i.imgur.com/6aVcOWj.jpg)

I just LOVE this figure, didn't have a "sith-lighting" Emperor before and am glad that I left him on the peg when I found him for 11,99€ at TRU last month! I wouldn't have unboxed him anyway. Wow, is this a wonderful sculpt!
And also the ERGs look fantastic with updated sculpts and plastic capes...these dudes look fun indeed because all they do in the movies is standing around, I mean guarding...so this is my expectation to them as action figure.


(https://i.imgur.com/3HHTXmI.jpg)


Read my full comment on the TVC Kmart Exclusive Death Star Scanning Crew after the jump:


http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10515.msg207968#msg207968



- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 11, 2018, 02:41:46 AM
Those are some crazy prices.

And no I didn't see any new vintage figures yet. I will look in a few more days.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 11, 2018, 01:33:03 PM
@Tamer: Yes, indeed!

I know that they started selling Wave 1 over the MRSP at $14.99. The VC120 Rebel Trooper (Hoth) stayed stable at the price for the longest time and sold for as low as $11.00 a couple weeks ago.
All the other Sequel repacks of Wave 1 are way down to 6 bucks (prices vary almost on a daily basis).


But the regular retail price for the TVC Asst. still is  $12.99 + sales tax in the United States, isn't it?


I hope Wave 2 will hit retail in the U.S. big time, soon!


- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 12, 2018, 02:47:40 AM
Yes, although I have found new waves show up sometimes at even lower prices. I remember getting the vintage FO Stormtrooper last year for seven bucks.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 14, 2018, 05:03:15 AM
Who is going out for a toy hunt this weekend? Any news on new local finds so far?


Yesterday, I went to the biggest of my local Comic Shops. Haven't been there for over a year - and it's still the same. Maybe next time I'll ask if I can take pictures. It's a neat store.

The Vintage Collection Wave 2 arrived there a couple weeks ago and is almost gone already! Only one Death Trooper and Han Solo (SOLO) were left for 24,95€ / ~$28.69 USD  each. Enfys Nest was gone immediately and one Hovertank Pilot was left on reserve for another customer to pick him up.
Well, since I don't buy new stuff anymore for my own collection, I passed on the two. tunghori sells Han Solo for $13.99 at the moment, which is still too high for me. I think tunghori has risen prices way too high anyway.

The TVC Hovertank sold right through for 108€ / ~$124.20 USD and is re-ordered. STAR WARS X-Wing is doing excellent here in Germany, too! A customer and fan of Boba Fett stepped in to pick up his order of X-Wing sets. He must've spent something around 120 bucks.

I took my time to look around, found many old TVC and TBS figures. TBS Rose was there 4x for 18,95€ / ~$21.79 each, which is just ridiculous. 
But I took a closer look at TBS Rose and her 5 POA counterpart and recognized that the headsculpt of the ForceLink version looks BETTER than the TBS SA Rose...
The 5 POA ForceLink figures sell for 12,95€ to 15,95€ (~$14.89 to $18.34 USD) at this Comic Shop depending on the character and how often they come in one case. C-3PO and TLJ Luke Skywalker are most expensive for example, while the Mimban Stormtrooper "only" sells for 13,95€ - not a steal of a deal. BUT I have to admit these 5 POA figures have some decent sculpts! The details on them look even excellent sometimes! And call me crazy, but in my opinion Rose out of all got one of the best female headsculpts from Hasbro. Why Hasbro why? I honestly think Hasbro have done a truly awful job on most of female headsculpts so far - they just don't make them right - sometimes they don't even look like a woman...do you agree with me?
They messed up so many Princess Leia figures already, it's not even funny anymore - so many precious slots and releases were just a mess.
Rose's sister (don't know her name) was also hanging next to her - nice headsculpt here, too! All I know about her character is that she died way to fast in The Last Jedi.
But my point is: I am somehow impressed by the detail and authencity of (at least some of) Hasbro's 5 POA figures. No, I still don't buy them.
 
TBS 6" figures were niceley presented in glass cabinets and sell between 28 and 39€ (~$32-45 USD) there.

But as much as I want to support my local Comic Shop, these prices are just nuts. I don't have the extra money to overpay for action figures. Even the Rogue One 4-Pack with Hovertank Pilot got a 44€ / ~$50.40 USD price tag there...over 50 bucks for four 5 POA figures!!

So I did what one does in a Comic Shop: I bought a comic!

And here's what I asked for and they had it:



(https://i.imgur.com/yECuWV8.jpg)




This is the first of six parts of the Doctor Aphra comic series translated in German. It is printed by Italian publisher Panini and is part of a comic collection that started back in 1999.
Therefore this is issue #98. The second Aphra comic is issue #103 of that collection.
Issue #98 sells for 16,99€ / ~$19.53 USD here in Germany and has 148 pages of "Star Wars Action". I do not regret to have bought this comic. It got a nice story, amazing drawings and is sold for the same price everywhere as long as it is still in stock at Panini.


Its title is: Treasures from the past

(https://i.imgur.com/mXydQYZ.jpg)




Follow this link to see my full update on my review of the exclusive Doctor Aphra 3-Pack Set:


http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10507.0



I also bought 100 sleeves from Ultimate Guard for my chidhood's Pokémon cards. The sleeves cost 1€. So that was my "toy run" of yesterday...




I wish you all a nice weekend!



- Philipp
 

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 15, 2018, 10:38:59 AM
Well I did see one new vintage figure; Solo Han but he was all bent up.

I also saw the new vintage boxed big win tie, but passed at 80 bucks. The boxes were buggered up a bit.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on September 16, 2018, 01:35:41 PM
Darth More,

It's the same for the Jurassic World figures, which is the other line I am currently collecting. Amazon is stocking the figures, yet the prices are between three and four times the MSRP. It's ridiculous.

I did find a single Young Han Solo from Wave 2 at a Walmart, but I guess I will rely on my pre-order from DorkSideToys for the rest. Plus, I had someone message the YakFace page last night, and they had found wave 3 figures (Aphra and Range Troopers). I ended up ordering four Range Troopers from DorkSide as well. I can't afford to spare the time to hunt endlessly anymore.  :(

BrickSeek has shown TVC as in-stock since I posted last, but they never put the figures out. ><
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 17, 2018, 02:53:41 AM
Yeah, I don't get too crazy with brick and mortar myself anymore. Its a shame really. I liked the hunt a lot years ago. Its just to crazy with distribution to count on things being on the pegs.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on September 18, 2018, 11:44:46 PM
I still enjoy it, but it seems like it was more fruitful way-back-when! Now the pegs are almost always empty, and aside from this recent influx, the waves are spaced so far apart it doesn't do anything to go looking for new stock anyway.

Plus, my girlfriend doesn't appreciate toy hunting like I do.  :-\ :P
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 27, 2018, 02:50:12 AM
New Piett

(https://i.imgur.com/s7iXf2F.jpg)

I look for them to do a ton of Imperial Officers with this same body.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 27, 2018, 04:56:03 PM
Jodo: To claim three or four times the MRSP is an insolence. I mean the most ridiculous scalpers are on Amazon and I always think: Nice try, nobody will buy that from you (hopefully...)! But Amazon does usually not claim insane prices like that. But maybe it pays off for them for producty which are temporarily not on the market in high quantities.

Jurassic Park is a nice line to collect.
Thanks for your update on TVC, too! I think DorkSideToys is an excellent choice.


Tamer: There he is! Finally Piett joined your crew, too! Nice add, Shawn!


My last order from tunghori supposedly arrived, yesterday. I'm going to pick it uo at the post office now and will share some pics later...


Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 29, 2018, 03:17:10 AM
Yesterday, I picked up my latest order from tunghori at the post office, but I didn't have time to take and upload pics anymore...


It contained a couple surprises and here they are now:

- TVC Captain Cassian Andor (VC 130) - $7.99
- TVC Imperial Death Trooper (VC 127) - $12.99
- TVC Imperial Assault Tank Driver (VC 126) - $14.99
+ $7.00 for international shipping ($5.00 + $1.00 for each additional item/figure)


(https://i.imgur.com/fU2GcTI.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/KUeKMjR.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/pu1GQ5L.jpg)


I wonder why especially the tank driver came in this strange position, but that might be related to production/assembly processes.

The tank driver came with not one, but two E-11 blasters...I don't hope that another unit came without blaster, but considering the fact that MANY figures I bought from tunghori were missing parts, I can almost assume that this is exactly the case.
It's kind of ironic because I asked him if he could send me some accessories from the VC Rebel Fleet Trooper, which I bought from him and were  missing parts as well. He did include them.

The Imperial Death Trooper is obviously a repack of Walmart's exclusive Black Series verion, but the Vintage version comes with a different stamp on the left upper leg:

- TBS: 62561
- TVC: #E1648 82071

Cassian Andor is also a straight repack of The Black Series, but a welcome one and I'm happy to have him stand next to Jyn, now.

The fact that ALL figures of The Vintage Collection come WITHOUT the year of production beneath their feet is a REAL downer to me, though.


(https://i.imgur.com/XqVJC7q.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fDONoNj.jpg)




And two more packages arrived yesterday:



I found some premium fodder for very cheap on eBay:


(https://i.imgur.com/MUbAunz.jpg)

10€ for all 7 figures + 4€ shipping nationally. That makes a  total of $12.88 - $1.84 per figure.
They are incomplete, but that still can't beat the priece...


(https://i.imgur.com/ZUJO8ZU.jpg)

First, I thought the helmet of the TIE Pilot was missing a print on the right side. And I wondered how this one passed quality control. but today I learned that this is actually not an error.



And this package arrived with 7 carded figures, one loose Battle Droid and three vehicles: 45€/~$51 including shipping


(https://i.imgur.com/115VAJL.jpg)

I'm very happy about the Homing Spider Droid. I might repaint the Speeder and my first Jedi Starfighter of Obi-Wan because it has yellowed quite a bit by now.

(https://i.imgur.com/g3kmCKI.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/wHrlGIX.jpg)


The price tag on the Zam Wessell figure is a little trip into the past: When the EURO was introduced as currency for the European Union in 2002, previous currencies of each country had to be replaced. The former currency in Germany was the "Deutsche Mark" (DM). Back then you got 1 Euro for 2 DM...so everything was double as expensive as it was before. That's why prices dropped first, but it didn't take long until they reached the total digits, again. So basically everything is double the price by now.
Zam Wessel came out in 2001/2002 so around that time. It was 9,99€ first, but was then reduced to 2,99€. Today, a 5 POA action figure costs 12,99€ and a TVC figure 19,99€ here in Germany.

Oh, and Ben dropped his lightsaber in the blister...



- Philipp

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 30, 2018, 07:17:31 AM
Looks like you got a lot of goodies.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on October 03, 2018, 11:09:14 AM
EXCELLENT haul Darth More!!!!

A few days ago I was able to do something I haven't done in a long while...I walked into a store and bought stuff. I picked up two Range Troopers, Dr. Aphra, Enfys Nest, and a second Tank Trooper.  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 04, 2018, 02:09:39 AM
Tamer: Yes, this was one bigger haul, indeed. Next week the semester starts, again and I won't have the time to follow the latest auctions on eBay anymore - so this is probably it for the year.


Jodo: Thank you for your comment! Your finds sound awesome! I think the last years have made local finds and actual purchases at brick and mortar stores more special


Happy toy-hunting everyone!

- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 21, 2018, 06:23:15 AM
I finally found a 6" Mimban Stormtrooper. They must sell em as a full case as the pegs were full of em. They also had more vintage boxed big wing TIES, but I haven't bit on one of those yet. I still haven't seen any vintage figures there though. I am thinking someone must be beating me to them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on October 23, 2018, 01:19:29 PM
I recently spotted around 34 TVC figures on the pegs at Vandalia, IL Walmart,so I picked up another four Range Troopers. It was hard leaving the other 5 or 6 behind, let me tell ya!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 24, 2018, 02:22:52 AM
That must feel nice to see all those vintage figures. I can't even seem to see one on the pegs at my local wal-mart.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 25, 2018, 03:40:25 AM
Tamer: That's very cool, that you finally got the Mimban Trooper!



Yesterday, my last order from tunghori arrived. The deilvery to Germany took 15 days.

(https://i.imgur.com/pMXjT3D.jpg)

The Range Trooper and Enfys Nest are absolutely beautiful & high quality figures and I can really recommend them to you! Mysteriously I haven't found a stamp on the Range Trooper, yet. Nest has got one on the inner side of her right upper leg. Do you know if the Range Trooper has got one?


- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 27, 2018, 08:29:26 AM
My latest find from the bay arrived today:


(https://i.imgur.com/5QwwReB.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/wKSxRM1.jpg)


I paid 75€ for all this shipped. I keep Aayla Secura's Jedi Starfighter (15€), the Republic Fighter Tank (8€) and the 3 ROTS Clone Troopers (1,66€ each) - the rest is sold right away.
I'm looking forward to using the IFT-X and the Clone Troopers for custom projects...

Have a nice weekend everyone!

- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 28, 2018, 06:21:12 AM
It has been awhile since I have seen those JSF. Nice tank too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on October 29, 2018, 03:38:04 PM
That Republic Tank is one of my favorite things they ever did. I remember playing the Clone Wars game for Gamecube thinking it was the coolest thing ever. It's a shame they made a second much smaller one, which drove the price of the larger one up of course! Very good scores though Darth More!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 31, 2018, 02:50:31 PM
Gamestop 75% off clearance score!

I got all of this for under $35!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 01, 2018, 02:33:48 AM
Very nice Dan. I so need to get into my local stores.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on November 02, 2018, 06:21:50 AM
Tamer: Yes, that was before Hasbro scaled their Class II vehicles down...I was actually able to complete Aayla Secura's Jedi Starfighter with an original missle which I found in my parts box!


Jodo: Thank you for your reply, Jodo! The IFT-X is actually my favorite ground vehicle of the Star Wars Universe and the GAR! If you like it so much, too, you'll also like the custom versions I plan on doing. So far I collected 12 Republic Fighter Tanks in different versions - all used for 5-15€ each.
This year I got the CLONE WARS videogame for xbox, which I played on my xbox 360 - and I really enjoy the campaign although some missions are quite challenging. The end bosses remind me of the Super Mario and Zelda games. It's great that you mentioned this cool game and also are a fan of it!


The Spectre: Very nice finds! I went to GamesStop, yesterday and they had quite a few different Star Wars items. The only one of interest for me was the Battlefront 2 Inferno Squad Agent for 29,99€ - no discount, yet!


- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on November 28, 2018, 09:48:44 AM
Just an FYI start hitting your FIVE BELOW stores. They are finally trickling in the good stuff reported past few months  in time for Xmas

Just yesterday alone I got  10x A-wings, 2x canto speeder, BS death trooper, 2x BS resistance  c-3po, 4x BS krennic !!!

Crazy they have this stuff for pennies on the dollar!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on November 28, 2018, 07:29:42 PM
My 5 Below and Tuesday Morning scores!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 29, 2018, 03:08:10 AM
Nice Dan!

Wow SID!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on November 29, 2018, 06:25:28 PM
WELL...another trip to the movies (I have AMC A-LIST 😉) AKA THE MALL AKA THE NEW FIVE BELLOW....

10x MORE A-WINGS!!!!!!!  0/

Plus a bonus canto (think I'll stop at 3 now the figure is the only draw)

They even call me " MR.STAR WARZ" now  😂 at the store.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 30, 2018, 03:02:49 AM
Now that is a lot of A-Wings!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on November 30, 2018, 07:57:27 AM
$5 is just insane for the A-wing fighter alone. I got one from most of releases... But this design and size of the toy are really great. Going to use most as customs (so please ANYONE offer color scheme ideas!). Took one fully apart last night, it has quite a few pieces surprisingly. My plan is to atleast lightly kit (cover screw holes etc.) and detail/dark wash it and see how it turns out. I'll post a step by step since I was surprised how easily it can be completed.

My store literally got like 50-60+ of these and just has them stacked high next to the front door. So I'll just keep grabbing some... 5x a trip.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on November 30, 2018, 08:12:41 AM
..... Also randomly stopped in BEST BUY yesterday they obviously don't care about SW since it's all on "sale" was surprised to see the VC for $8 but I don't buy those  since  I think its a waste of money for mostly repacks... Being a loose/lot collector myself.

Also SEARS has the current VC (solo wave) and BS fleet trooper/Tobias wave if anyone hunts for these. My local store has not sold any SW since they got them... I don't think anyone knows hahahaha they even sell toys!... Well since the early 1990's
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 02, 2018, 08:12:45 AM
Great price on that vintage collection!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on December 03, 2018, 07:42:54 PM
Soooo... I guess every day I find SW toys?!?! Yesterday I randomly went into Gamestop and the location had 3X BS DEWBACKS for $24 each. I was excited till I opened them... Wow underscaled!!!

But tonight... An hour ago... was toooo funny... A local supermarket chain put out x-mas toys in the front of the store and next to a SW operation board game was full cases of TLJ 5POA WAVE 1 marked... "2 for $5"!!!! I nearly fell over as fast as grabbed all 10x  of the stromtroopers!!! So keep a look out folks! The merchandise fail of TLJ just keeps giving over and over! JUST in time a for the holidays!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 04, 2018, 03:51:28 AM
Wow, now that is a deal. I need to go check out my local Ollies. I hear they got a metric ton of that stuff too. Keep it up SID!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on December 04, 2018, 04:44:04 PM
My local dive bar is having a Toys for tots thing Saturday. So I went to Five Below and got a hot wheels millennium falcon and TIE fighter two pack, and the TLJ A-wing. Then for girls, I got a pink sloth and some kind of gypsy Barbie. I dunno. But yeah they had more 6" figures than Walmart. Baze, Chirrut, jyn, krennic death trooper. I think I saw a scarif trooper in there. I dunno, I'm not interested in 6" anymore.

Ohh yeah, and Kmart.com had TVC tank drivers 50% off, but I ended up getting a jyn and Kylo Ren. *sigh*   >:(  ::)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 04, 2018, 05:45:10 PM
Picked up a TVC Doctor Aphra today at Walmart for $9!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on December 04, 2018, 06:35:55 PM
Very nice! That's the PRICE (and assortment/selection  ::)) that haSLOW has to have as a standard. I see all the VC tank drivers etc. And want but its  crazy when I don't even pay the MSRP of a 6" (by comparison) so why bother???? I spend more time/money tonight even trying to decide on buying 10 TLJ POE PILOT figures for $25 at the supermarket  hahahahah.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 05, 2018, 06:53:23 AM
Great finds and prices. I have got to go pick up some vintage figures. I am so behind!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on December 06, 2018, 04:51:58 PM
WELL another day at movies/mall... That means FIVE BELOW  0/

I think my haul speaks for itself... Custom fodder wet dream!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 07, 2018, 03:42:12 PM
Found a TFA Admiral Ackbar at one of the bargain stores in Passaic!

This was one of the last few figures from this line I wanted (the other being Maz Kanata).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on December 07, 2018, 08:04:14 PM
Yea that Ackbar is really great. love the mouth articulation. Definitely one of the best TFA figures... Same with Maz I ended up getting a dozen atleast of those 4 packs since they were $4 eventually at Gamestop hahaha
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 08, 2018, 09:57:04 AM
Yea that Ackbar is really great. love the mouth articulation. Definitely one of the best TFA figures... Same with Maz I ended up getting a dozen atleast of those 4 packs since they were $4 eventually at Gamestop hahaha

If you can spare one of your dozen Maz figures (w/trunk) please let me know.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on December 08, 2018, 12:14:01 PM
I'll see if I can dig them out and PM You.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 09, 2018, 01:25:17 PM
Walmart score!

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 13, 2018, 03:07:16 PM
Thursday Mail Call!

My friend Sean picked up these "Eldrador Creatures" figures for me and added a bonus A-Wing Fighter!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 14, 2018, 05:34:37 AM
Nice, I finally did the see the vintage wave on the pegs.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 25, 2018, 09:17:19 AM
My beautiful wife gave me some great clothes and a tool kit for the house in addition to these hobby related gifts!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 26, 2018, 07:05:55 AM
Very nice. I got a family feud Star Wars Game from my in laws. Gotta give em cred for trying!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 03, 2019, 03:45:12 PM
One of my final 2 Christmas presents to myself finally arrived! The last one just shipped out today so I should have it early next week.

I ordered 4 of the 5 "Solo: A Star Wars Story" figures that I wanted from Hasbro Toy Shop with free shipping. The fifth one (the boxy headed cyborg with the code keys on a chain) was not in stock at the time that I placed my order.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on January 03, 2019, 03:56:39 PM
Awesome figures - this SOLO wave has a truly great choice of characters/figures!

Man, there has been some decent 5 below craziness going on lately...great scores mates!

- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 05, 2019, 03:09:03 PM
Saturday Mail Call!

During the Holidays, SGCaper of Joe Customs was at Disney and picked up these park exclusives for me and they arrived today!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 06, 2019, 07:08:37 AM
Love all those Astros.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 08, 2019, 05:04:06 PM
Tuesday Mail Call!

I received nother box full of customizing goodies from my friend 2DARK2C from Joe Customs!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 11, 2019, 05:15:04 PM
After work Walmart clearance score!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 12, 2019, 05:53:56 PM
After work Walmart clearnce score.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 15, 2019, 02:13:05 PM
Disney Outlet clearance score!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 16, 2019, 02:52:04 AM
Nice Dan!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on February 25, 2019, 08:01:42 PM
Hit up Gamestop tonight and missed out on the huge 75% off sale 😢 but grabbed some fodder BS for $4.50-$5.75 wanted young lando and solo for customs... So I switched the clothes and my mind expanded! THIS should've been the SOLO movie hahha just image!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on February 25, 2019, 08:04:03 PM
....Also FYI this set is now $2.50!!! At Gamestop. Its a fodder miracle!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on February 25, 2019, 08:18:50 PM
5 Below is starting to get shipments of the Rathtar and Imperial Probedroid sets for $5 each. My local one had 2 Rathtars and 1 Probedroid.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 26, 2019, 02:59:38 AM
Sounds like some good clearance deals are out there. I keep hearing rumors that Ollies has some good Star Wars Stuff too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on February 26, 2019, 05:20:00 PM
Its honestly scary how all you have to do is wait and you can get nearly everything dumped to large discount across the board. I remember a time when you had to get (insert SW toy) ASAP or it would cost you much more time/$$$ 

After TFA it became apparent that you don't have to try. Just sit back and wait and you'll be swimming while cherry picking. The lots and sales on eBay are proof enough: SW products are 90% worthless. I see sooo many listings $20-$40 for anything you could imagine, just piles of stuff (mostly still boxed)! I don't want to be tempted so I only browse  haha 

Luckily I don't have any Ross or Burlington Coat Factory directly next to me those 2 (and 5 below) are just murdering the MSRP of the license... But I do love it!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on February 26, 2019, 05:57:53 PM
(SID): Exactly! And it's kinda shocking and definitely hurting the franchise! But the blame is on Disney (KK, JJ, and RJ) for their Sequel.........stuff. Apparently merch of these crappy movies just didn't sell and is still warming the pegs even here in Germany! (see my latest store reports...).

Let's show Hasbro that we buy TVC and TBS figures, vehicles and EVEN playsets at full MRSP to support the good stuff!

Toy Fair was a HUGE surprise for me and I think for many of us!

We got an all-new Desert Skiff and heck yeah, Hasbro gives us a second chance for Brock Starsher! So glad I didn't pay 60 bucks for him on eBay!

- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 03, 2019, 06:43:52 AM
Feels like forever since I have been able to post anything here, but my gal found me a minty Mimban Stormtrooper. She said the others were all ding, creased, scratched, or horribly warped:

(https://i.imgur.com/0mY8fqA.jpg)

Matter of fact I had to give this card the book treatment so it was nice and flat. I don't know how they are warping the cards, but the packing might not be so great!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on March 05, 2019, 09:11:21 PM
 I found a couple of mimban Stormtroopers on this taco Tuesday. Would it be sacrelige to pull it apart and make a custom?  I believe, this figure can be boiled and popped as opposed to the crack open liked the former Stormtrooper body. I don't see a seam, so I'll give it a go.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 06, 2019, 03:55:45 AM
Nice to see other people are finding them and oh I just got this:

(https://i.imgur.com/d1IUiCI.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 06, 2019, 11:33:58 AM
Nice to see other people are finding them and oh I just got this:

(https://i.imgur.com/d1IUiCI.jpg)

I got the same email!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: rastanz on March 06, 2019, 07:26:28 PM
Bought x2 1/6 scale Bandai Stormtroopers... the kits went together like a charm which took me a little over 6 hours total (on and off) for both over 2 days... here they are together with my Kitbashed 1/6 Sideshows/Hot Toys ANH Vader... Build log coming soon.
(https://i.postimg.cc/1zYBg2mS/Bandai-troopers.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 07, 2019, 03:56:24 AM
Cool deal Dan. Looks like mine will get here Tuesday.

Those Bandai Stormtroopers look great next to Vader. You can't go wrong with any Bandai SW Product in my opinion.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 11, 2019, 07:27:09 AM
I just got word that my Sail Barge has arrived!

I will be picking it up this afternoon! :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 12, 2019, 02:32:24 AM
Can't wait to see how it comes to you Dan. Supposed to get mine today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on March 13, 2019, 02:32:01 PM
I received my barge yesterday...On my birthday!!!!  0/

(http://www.yakfaceforums.com/phpBB3/download/file.php?id=11331&t=1)
(https://scontent-ort2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/54433383_2103272263043033_379835427210657792_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&_nc_oc=AQmaIzidjdJDAs3bgw52Fe-ECjJVYMO5AWjuBKEYTeEXzyrJFEtKIjUp4JDm_rgH4r0&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-1.xx&oh=6b5580e78aae80d1f3a6c46e8d897737&oe=5D2885CA)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 14, 2019, 02:52:34 AM
Jodo looks like it showed up with no damage. Great pic of you with it too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 23, 2019, 08:02:26 PM
My scores for today!

The only items I paid full price for were the "Jurassic World" toys, everything else was either from 5 Below or 50% or 60% off!

The "Solo" Force Link set I picked up on super clearance (only $2.50) was sadly missing the figure :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 24, 2019, 04:01:07 AM
Another nice score! If Han of the ForceLink set wasn't stolen, but just missing, I'm sure the Hasbro customer service will send you a replacement! Just contact them, I'm they'll help you out :)

Awesome score on the Disney Sandcrawler & all the Astromech Droids by the way!

Have a nice Sunday enjoying your Barge and the latest purchases.

- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 24, 2019, 05:29:36 AM
Wow, nice scores Dan!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 27, 2019, 06:49:42 PM
Dollar Tree score!

Sadly, only 1 of the 6 stores in my are had any Star Wars figures and someone clearwd out all of the desirable ones.

The eggs are full of candy dinosaurs. The eggs will make great dragon eggs in a diorama.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 28, 2019, 02:10:51 AM
I didn't know dollar tree was getting SW Figures. I might have to stop by one soon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 28, 2019, 05:19:20 PM
Dollar Tree score!

I went back to the only DT in the area that had the "Star Wars" figures and cleared them out.

I figure I can make these into "Space Hari Krishnas" to harrass people in my spaceport diorama :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 28, 2019, 05:34:36 PM
Thursday Mail Call!

I received another great package from my friend Paul in the UK containing some of the very last main line 3.75" "Doctor Who" items I was missing (still missing the 12th Doctor's Tardis) and some bonus Jawas!

Thanks again, Paul!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 29, 2019, 02:02:18 AM
Dan, you sure do get the goodies.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on April 04, 2019, 05:53:07 PM
Tonight's Target, Tuesday Morning and Disney Outlet scores!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 05, 2019, 05:44:43 AM
Man that Godzilla is off the charts great. I can't wait till the new movie.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on April 06, 2019, 08:43:40 PM
I preordered Skiff Lando today from Walmart.com. Given how many people have had their orders cancelled, I’m not holding my breath...

Either way, I’m happy with the OTC version, so I’ll be fine either way.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on April 14, 2019, 02:01:55 PM
My treat to myself after doing a ton of stuff around the house today:

Target and Walmart clearance scores!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on April 25, 2019, 05:14:46 PM
Tonight's Walmart clearance score!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 26, 2019, 02:22:44 AM
Nice Dan, very nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on April 27, 2019, 09:48:13 AM
I was tempted to clear out some of the cheaper JW dinosaurs last week, and when I returned the next day they were all gone!  :o

Skiff Lando also finally showed up to my Walmart, and I got the new TVC 2.0 Hoth Leia and Hoth Han figures from Amazon. The paint apps on Lando and Han are just okay...But Leia looks perfect.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 27, 2019, 09:59:07 AM
That's great news Jodo! I know what you mean...sometimes an offer is just too good and a real pain when there's no extra money left for the month. Fortunately, you got several stores of one brand within a good radius. I remember even riding my bike to Walmart and meijer to see what's on pegs when I was an exchange student in 2010 and not allowed to drive in Michigan.
I keep my fingers crossed that you'll still get your hands on the JW stuff you're looking for. I got the (older) Stegosaurus for 16€ (instead of 24,99€) last week.
Congrats to your latest TVC additions! I'm thrilled to get my hands on Lando & Leia, too!

The Spectre always finds incredible deals...thanks for sharing all the good deals!

- Philipp 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on April 27, 2019, 06:24:01 PM
Tonight's Wal-Mart and Target clearance scores!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on May 08, 2019, 06:54:05 PM
I ended up ordering a case of TVC RO Stormtroopers last week. I tried to use restraint, but just couldn’t resist.  :-\
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 09, 2019, 02:28:44 AM
I need to get some of those Vintage RO Stormtroopers.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 11, 2019, 05:33:37 AM
Happened to get in on the $19 clearance TIES.
(https://i.imgur.com/qvMd66l.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 12, 2019, 05:27:34 AM
Think I would be wrong to go back and get the other 2? Someone stuck gum to the bottom of the box of one of em and the other was crushed, but man what a great price to build a TIE Squadron.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Flash on May 12, 2019, 11:21:49 PM
I would do it if I could. I just happened to find one on the top shelf away from the other Star Wars toys today. The online app has said there's been one at this store for the last week, but I hadn't been able to track it down. I guess I finally beat the person who has been moving it around.  :D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 13, 2019, 02:19:19 AM
Might go back today and get the other two.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on May 14, 2019, 11:56:10 AM
I would definitely go back and get at least one more! I have three of the Walmart TIEs total, and honestly wouldn't be against getting another two of them.

Last Sunday I was able to get four TVC Stormtrooper Hans from a few different Target stores via their "pickup" option. They didn't even put them out on the pegs...They were in the back room. One of the orders couldn't be fullfilled, so Target gave me the option to ship two figures free to my house. I placed that order and received those today as well.

If I can ever start work back on the Era of Darkness photonovel, I suspect I would need the removable helmets, so I needed more than a few.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 15, 2019, 02:18:41 AM
Ok. I am going back in a day or so, if they are still there they are coming home with me.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on May 18, 2019, 03:59:35 PM
Guess what I got. The Jabbas palace adventure set. You remember that Jabbas display I was building, but never got to the Solo in Carbonite display part. Well it fits perfectly. It's a little short, but it works great.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 19, 2019, 05:27:56 AM
That looks good!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on May 20, 2019, 07:17:51 PM
Tonight's Disney Outlet clearance score.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 21, 2019, 02:29:59 AM
Nice. I still haven't hit up my local wal-mart to see if those TIES are still there. Might have a chance tomorrow evening. Busy this time of year!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 21, 2019, 01:15:32 PM
Tamer Well, you don't even have to go to Wal-Mart. You can just look up their exact stock on brickseek:

www.brickseek.com

SKU: 891805680

But if you need to go there anyway I'm very curious what else you'll find there  :)

- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on May 30, 2019, 04:34:02 PM
Today's after work Target and Burlington scores!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on May 31, 2019, 06:07:44 PM
My after work Walmart score!

$3.47 each.

I bought the whole case and got a free Hutt skull that came in the display case.

Total haul:

3 Gamorrean skulls
3 Zabrak skulls
2 Kowalkian Monkey Lizard skulls
1 Hutt skull
2 Trandoshan skulls
3 Rodian skulls
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 01, 2019, 05:13:11 AM
Pretty cool skulls Dan.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on June 04, 2019, 11:34:57 AM
Picked up the Target exclusive Black Series Luke Skywalker (Death Star Escape) He is a great figure and has a realistic looking face, but doesn't really look like Mark Hamill. He is pretty much the exact same height as farm Luke, which is good. Last but not least...... he comes with a stand!!!! FINALLY Hasbro does something good! Haha After looking at him compared to the latest X-WING Pilot Luke he puts that head sculpt and paint work to shame, and I thought the pilot one was pretty good. Waiting for a remake of Jedi Luke.....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 05, 2019, 02:53:11 AM
Looks pretty nice. Great to see them get the face sculpt a little better. I have seen some awful Lukes in my day.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on June 17, 2019, 06:40:05 PM
Monday night K-Mart take an additional 50% off of the clearance price score!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 18, 2019, 05:30:35 AM
Wow Dan nice. I had a weird dream last night where I bought an entire Star Wars Section in a retail store at close out prices. I even bought two Rebel OT Era Tanks that were used at AT-ATs. It was a nice dream.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on June 18, 2019, 05:18:37 PM
After wanting 1 for 20 years, I finally have an Episode I Fambaa!

Scored it at Zapp! Comics for less than half of what it goes for on eBay :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on June 18, 2019, 05:19:46 PM
Tuesday night K-Mart take an additional 50% off clearance score!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: rastanz on June 18, 2019, 06:33:54 PM
Just happened to come across a guy selling this cool BB8 Sphero display, I loaded it up with a custom TFA trailer.

(https://i.postimg.cc/fLGhMqpz/20190404-134803.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ImperialOfficer on June 19, 2019, 07:21:36 AM
Thanks to someone on facebook, I was able to get 6 vintage collection han stormtrooper figurers for 50% off! Just have to figure out shipping and I should have them soon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on June 20, 2019, 04:20:39 PM
I finally got my Yakface. I had to pay above retail in loose condition. Don't worry, I'm not going to do what everyone thinks I'm gonna do, I'm not going to go on a rant about distribution. It just sucks. Wave 5 is out and I'm still catching up on 4. It's a gamble on whether or not the prices will increase or decrease on secondary markets. It seems they're decreasing slightly. Might as well get them now.  I just wanted to get Yakface just in case the price skyrockets. Yakface is the crown jewel of the wave. With all the articulation it's a shame he'll just stand in the background. I told my brother I should make a stop motion picture about the life and times of Yakface.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on June 21, 2019, 02:15:03 PM
Today's Marshalls, Amazing Savings, K-Mart and Burlington scores!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 22, 2019, 07:20:13 AM
You guys are finding the goods. I need to go look for a couple vintage and a couple six inch figures.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on June 25, 2019, 06:18:17 PM
I got the remainder of wave 4, Klaatu and Boushh Leia. I bought them both from Amazon, the Klaatu was bought from an independent seller, and was shipped in a box, with no card or bubble damage. Leia on the other hand, was bought Prime, and shipped in a bubble envelope with damage to the card and bubble. I'm an opener, so it makes no difference, but FYI, it's best to buy from and independent seller if you want a good card.

Klaatu looks great, there's nothing more to say. Leia needs work. I might make it a future project. The thermal detonator, obviously needs to be removable. The shoes need to be repainted. The bandolier needs repainting, the detail is nice, but you can't really tell. Personally I like plastic soft goods, so I will swap out the fabric. The helmet needs some paint/ black wash. The shoulder articulation doesn't allow the arms to rest all the way down, that bothers me, a little. Overall it's a cool figure.  I'll take it as a challenge. Maybe, I'll use wave 5 Chewbacca for a custom Boushh prisoner Chewbacca, the Saga one is really outdated.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 26, 2019, 08:15:57 AM
Yeah, that new prime shipping in one day I think has them really cutting corners.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on June 26, 2019, 04:37:47 PM
Picked up the Storm Trooper with blast accessories!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 27, 2019, 07:24:59 AM
I need to get one of those!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on June 27, 2019, 04:37:47 PM
I found sort of a loophole, in Amazon TVC well not a loophole but sort of a common sense thing I didn't think about sooner. I ordered the TVC Chewbacca on Amazon Prime, but I ordered a "Used" one, which basically means it has a damaged package. Well hell's bells if I bought it "mint" at full price, I'd end up with a damaged card anyways, so why not save a few dollars? It came in a Ziploc bag, with the card and bubble detached, within a bubble mailer. That's fine, they just opened it for me, I don't care.  The weird thing about it, on the site it has the ROTJ Chewbacca on a Star Wars card. I don't know how they got that image, but that's not the Chewbacca that is in this package. It's the oddest thing.  The Star wars Chewbacca has the slicked back hair ,angry face, a repack of the TBS #11 Chewbacca.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 28, 2019, 07:00:51 AM
Huh, that is a bit off. So you did get the right Chewbacca correct?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on June 28, 2019, 09:29:33 AM
Most likely what happened, Hasbro goofed up and  gave them promo material with the wrong figure. I noticed Entertainment Earth had the same picture. I got what I was supposed to get. The ROTJ Chewbacca so far has only been released in the TBS Walmart exclusive, which I'd rather have that one.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ImperialOfficer on June 28, 2019, 04:29:52 PM
I recently was able to have someone on Facebook get me 6 of the TVC Han Solo in Stormtrooper Disguise figures on clearance for 50% off. My mom also got us tickets for Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2020.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 29, 2019, 03:59:16 AM
JDeck: That's wicked, indeed! If this was a promo figure and Hasbro really messed this up, I would be very surprised...I saw the review of Mattel's exclusive John Hammond from Victoria's cantina this morning. Mattel sent it to her as a promo figure, too and it even has some serious quality issues (missing paint apps!). That just shouldn't happen when thousands of people see what they promote.


Do you think it's possible someone ordered the TVC Chewie, doesn't care about the packaging, opened it, removed the new figure and replaced it with the TBS Chewie, sent it back to Amazon and got refunded, claiming it arrived opened? People do odd things these days.


ImperialOfficer: Congrats on the good deal for Han Stormtrooper! The current clearance prices on him and 6" Luke are insane and so not necessary, but if TARGET wants to give them away alomst for free, sure!

And your mom is awesome! I'm very happy for you that you can go to Celebration! 2020 is not that far away anymore...crazy! Now, I'm just looking forward to SDCC next.

Awesome news here.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on July 06, 2019, 01:50:42 PM
Off hand, I don’t know which Chewie is supposed to be on that card, but I do agree with you on the Amazon deals. The new Solo Lando is only $8 right now, and I’ve seen them for $7 through Amazon Warehouse all week.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on July 06, 2019, 03:46:00 PM
What happened was the promo image for Amazon is from the VOTC Chewbacca. It's the same card as TVC, but a slightly different figure, same body, different head.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on July 17, 2019, 04:11:17 PM
I recently ordered a VOTC Greedo, to make a custom Beedo, from an eBay seller in Midlothian (20 minutes from where I live). Anyway it took a while to get it, and I thought well I could walk there and get it faster. Well lo and behold he sent me a box of fodder, at first I thought damn, he sent the wrong box, but it came with a letter saying, this is the last of my collection, may the Force be with you.

It's got some cool stuff, TVC hoth rebel, hoth cannon, fodder parts, some Disney star wars vinyl figures, FO speeder bike. I might repaint the cannon. Make a custom Death Trooper speeder bike. That would be cool. I'll have to send him a thank you card or something.

There's this thing, in the second picture, I have no idea what it is, but I think it would make a cool funky  droid of some kind, or maybe a jetpack.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ImperialOfficer on July 17, 2019, 04:44:33 PM
I think it's the build a weapon piece from general hux.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on July 26, 2019, 02:04:42 PM
Well this isn't a purchase, but I don't know where else to put it. Maybe lost star wars negotiations. I was driving home, and I passed by this outdoor flea market, and noticed a freggin Big AT-AT. I stopped the car and made a bigole uturn. I asked the guy what he wanted for it, he said $200 for the lot. Which was a table full of BIG toys. Now I'm not into big toys, and the only thing of any value to me was the AT-AT. I offered $80, which I know is low ball, but it was missing some things, but it was nearly complete. Then he showed me the eBay price if a mint condition BATAT, in a box, complete, which this wasn't. I didn't think it was worth it. Maybe for the lot, if I wanted all that stuff, but no. $120 would be tippy top, even then I'd hate myself afterwards, I'm trying to downsize.  He was adamant about selling the lot.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 26, 2019, 03:26:48 PM
Those are two very cool stories to share, JD! 120 bucks for the BAT-AT is a good deal!
I couldn’t find it in the photo archive yet, but I think Imperial Officer is right.
Cool stuff there! Thanks for sharing!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 27, 2019, 09:03:46 AM
Yeah, that price was pushing it just a bit. Bet it comes out again for the 40th and we can all pick some up at decent prices.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on July 28, 2019, 08:47:16 PM
Both interesting stories! What else was all on the table? My mind jumps to selling the other stuff on Ebay to make up for purchasing it, but then that's a hassle too. One of my regrets was not buying a second BMF Falcon for $70 when I saw it about two years ago. I don't know why I didn't do it...Very unfortunate decision...

Finally started receiving some of the RO Stormtroper figures that I ordered too. Here is a comparison picture between my custom Stormtrooper, RO, and TVC Han Solo. Honestly, I prefer my own figure to the others because of the chest plate’s shape and the height of the helmet compared to the torso. The RO is a close second, and the ANH Han, because of its stance, is my third favorite. I like them all of course, but I’m still partial to my own.

(http://www.yakfaceforums.com/phpBB3/download/file.php?id=11774&t=1)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 29, 2019, 08:11:32 AM
Interesting comparison shot. I so need to go get a couple of these.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 11, 2019, 07:19:14 AM
If you can believe it while on vacation I found a few things. First off I found some great Droids from the parks (two pack and a four pack) for $19 (further discounted than the sticker price) so I couldn't pass those up. I also finally got my 6" Stormtrooper with the blaster effects. I originally had one coming from Canada only for that deal to follow through last year sometime. I got it for a much better deal yesterday as the Disney Outlet store. I will try to remember to take some pics when I get home.

(https://i.imgur.com/fSVxa2w.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/5AyWzuE.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/WIqqinV.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/tElzFDU.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/BzBzdM0.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 11, 2019, 11:41:41 AM
And when I got home Hasbro gave me a box of these goodies!

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on August 11, 2019, 12:33:40 PM
That's pretty awesome. I'd be happy with just the jedi Jedi Luke.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on August 14, 2019, 08:37:57 PM
That is a great deal on those droid sets!!!!!

I would like to get the SDCC Fett figure, but thanks to my friend on YakFace I was able to get the Luke set. I'm not sure it was worth the price we had to pay, but the figures are quite good. The X-Wing Luke is by far my favorite. The posture on the Luke Stormtrooper is kind of weird on mine. It seems bow-legged compared to my Han Stormtroopers...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 16, 2019, 03:24:46 AM
I hear you. I am gonna try to get the retro Vader maybe. Not sure I am up for the crazy prices though. There is so much other nice vintage line stuff I would rather spend my coin on and have more to show for it. Plus, did anyone notice the news on the front page about a new repackaged Sith Trooper coming out? Not sure if I am going after that one too, but guess I am getting off topic. Need to find some more good deals!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on August 17, 2019, 08:46:25 AM
I am on the fence about buying anymore ST stuff before seeing the movie, or at least deciding if I can use the figure for custom fodder...I couldn’t wait to find the TBS 3.75 TLJ wave, and then I didn’t even like the characters, or they didn’t hardly see any action. The Praetorian Guards were awesome, but Rose, not so much. Pretty much, I need to know more about these Sith Troopers before I buy any.  :-\

I did receive my two skiffs from Amazon, and then ordered the skiff three pack from there yesterday for $38.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 18, 2019, 05:16:55 AM
Jodo how did your orders come in from amazon? I have been hearing horror stories lately of them using envelopes instead of boxes and if you get a box its super thin and always shows us messed up?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on August 18, 2019, 04:43:08 PM
The boxes haven’t been bad sized, but they don’t have any packing material in them hardly at all anymore. So the items just flop around freely during transit...OR, like my sister’s recent parcels, that aren’t even in boxes or bags! They have literally put shipping slips on the outside of the regular packaging, and shipped them that way. I think that practice is absolutely ridiculous. I received and item that way one time and it was gift one of my exes had purchased me.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 19, 2019, 02:47:18 AM
Hmmmm.....

Sounds like playing the lottery.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on August 19, 2019, 04:14:39 PM
I got my Stormtroopers. Well, let me start over. I ended up ordering a case of TVC Stormtroopers from eBay. I had a bad feeling Dorkside was going to cancel my order. I'm not missing out on the Stormtrooper. If DS does come through yay! I have 16 Stormtroopers. No lose situation. Of course I payed more on eBay, but 8 Stormtroopers in the hand is worth more than 8 on preorder. Something like that.

Anyhow, I would say that it is nearly definitive. The figure, sculpt, articulation even paint apps are fantastic.  Out of all 8 there's only one with a slightly sloppy frown marks, but it's not bad at all. I've had 5poa R1 STs with much worse. Thank the maker, they didn't put the sand weathering on the legs like the original promo.  Really my only peeve is the lack of accessories. But I'm going to change that.
   
   I noticed there's no E-11 holster. I'm not sure what to think of that. They never really worked in figure form, without being too bulky or making the E-11 too small. I guess it's not a part of the Rogue One Stormtrooper uniform, like the Sandtrooper. Speaking of the E-11, it does come with the blaster. I think it looks decent, and in scale. It seems all the E-11s in the past are either too big or too small. Personally I like a slightly larger version, specifically the one with the folding stock, but this might be the right size.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 20, 2019, 01:34:48 AM
I certainly enjoy following this thread! Tamer, I’m glad you finally got one of those exclusive TBS Stormtroopers and these beautiful Astromech Droids to finally add to your collection! Too bad they are so exclusive. My dad couldn’t find any even in Florida. So this Droid Factory is only available at Disney California...

Congrats to all those TVC Stormtroopers JD! Thanks for sharing your opinion with the detailed analysis of the E-11. I also like the folding stock and the fact of clean armor and no holster!

Great stuff here! I could also share what I got the past weeks if you want.

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 20, 2019, 03:05:30 AM
JDeck finally got his Stormtroopers. They look great! I have got to at least get a few myself.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 22, 2019, 01:16:17 PM
Here are my purchases of August:

So I found this figure lot on a secondary platform of ebay. It's called ebay Kleinanzeigen and similar to craigslist. Actually I get most stuff off ebay Kleinanzeigen to add to my collection.
I got these 6 figures for 13€ and the 9 creatures for 4€ plus 4,50€. 
So that makes about 2,40€ per 3.75" figure and 70 cents for each creature. That Republic Commando "Boss" came with his backpack, but all figures came without blasters or any other accessories.
I had actually never seen those creatures on ebay before and only found them on rebelscum to learn about when they were released (1999 of course).

http://www.rebelscum.com/episodeIbattlebags.asp

(https://i.imgur.com/cNL2UtK.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/KPFAOU1.jpg)


I got this lot for 33€ shipped. So I divide it in 6€ for each figure and 3€ for the additional accesories. 

(https://i.imgur.com/vqx9eeM.jpg)

- 2x TVC ARC Trooper Commander - 13€ each
- ROTS BARC Speeder - 10€
- 7 figures for customs - 3,50€ each

(https://i.imgur.com/BJnYGg8.jpg)


The latest from tunghori:

(https://i.imgur.com/LS3PWb6.jpg)

Vedain & Brock Starsher were $14.99 each plus $3 shipping each. The Tank Driver Commander was from my last order, which tunghori forgot to pack in.


And my first order from Star Action Figures UK:


https://www.staractionfigures.co.uk/

(https://i.imgur.com/6GbXpsi.jpg)

Everything was very well packed and arrived in excellent condition. I'm more than happy with my first order from them!

(https://i.imgur.com/3ec9i15.jpg)


- TVC Jabba's Palace Adventure Playset - with free TBS Merumeru figure - pre-order £44.95
- TVC Jabba's Skiff Guard 3 Pack - pre-order £39.95
- TLC STAR WARS Empire - Comic Pack #8 - clearance £14.95
- 2x TLJ Flame Trooper - clearance £2.95 each
- shipping from UK to Germany - £10.95




- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 23, 2019, 02:26:46 AM
Wow, great to see a good shipper. Lots of nice goodies. I have got to get back into the game a bit. I don't even have my skiff  yet!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 24, 2019, 01:18:39 AM
I hope you have time to do so! It’s a lot of fun and I really enjoy hunting for stuff on the secondary market. This is a set that went up for sale at 11 pm and was sold over night. I asked the seller for a deal right when I found it at 12:30 am, but that was too late already...I was lucky with the stuff above though. Can’t get ‘em all and that’s good.


Those figures must’ve sold for about $22 shipped.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 24, 2019, 08:31:44 AM
ARC Troopers rule. Man I remember when I was into the Clones bigtime. I remember all the paint variations I had to have with the ROTS Line. I think I might still have a few. Lord knows those haven't seen the light of day for years (still in rubbermaid totes in my basement). If I get all my outside and family chores done today I am gonna try to find the skiff and 3 pack online today. Might just use BBTS as I know they ship good.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on August 26, 2019, 09:45:18 PM
WELL... day late or not Gamestop's $5 sale was good to me over all today from 2 stores.  All BS I didn't have... With good doubles. Gotta say the GREMLIN GAMER is by far my favorite the picture does no justice. Funny all the Fortnite stuff was $5 the figures the same price as the dio set??? Crazy. I have zero interest or know anything about the game, but I couldn't let that amount of fodder go 😉.


Funny thing thou.... My jet trooper is basically proof of Hasbro needing to change the whole packaging fiasco... I like all of u thought the window was cracked, Nope! That's a factory workers long hair actually sealed inside the box!!! As wow as gross 😝  :-[
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 27, 2019, 03:01:22 AM
Great finds, I want to get me one of those Jet Troopers, preferrably without the hair though. Ewwwww!!!!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 28, 2019, 05:41:37 PM
GameStop $5 clearance scores!

I got $140 worth of stuff for $20 :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on August 28, 2019, 07:11:21 PM
Yeah SUPER gross TAMER  ()rr some of the stuff I got was open returns (I. Could tell) but $5... I don't care. That Fortnite set has sooo many parts in it I could see why they "wanted" $40 for original MSRP,  might grab another just to have figure stands since the wood style scream Ewok Village
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 29, 2019, 01:37:24 AM
Awesome finds there gentlemen! Those are amazing deals!

(SID): Wow, that Gremlin looks brilliant - excellent sculpt there!
I remember I had a hair in one of those bags from tunghori. It might have been from mysterious tunghori himself - who knows - so now we can technically identify him  8)
Now you can sell your Jumptrooper for a million bucks on ebay because it's a rare factory error. Maybe it's even a hair of King Kong!  ;)


I wish our GameStop had sales like this...

Here are the prices of GameStop Germany:

- TBS6 Action Figure Asst. - starting from 26,99€
- TBS6 Dewback - 89,99€
- TVC3.75 Action Figure Asst. - 18,99€ each


(https://i.imgur.com/83pqCJP.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 29, 2019, 04:12:57 AM
I am so going to Gamestop this weekend. Nice finds Dan.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 29, 2019, 05:56:10 AM
Tamer: Please, do so & let us know what you find @GameStop  ;)


This week I received four figures I found online last weekend.

- TFU Rahm Kota's Militia Elite - 5€
- TBS6 Scarif Stormtrooper - 10€
- shipping: 2,70€

- TBS3.75 Scarif Stormtrooper from an older purchase - 5€

The reason I share this is because didn't look close enough. The description on ebay wasn't that good. But according to the pictures I should've seen that the Scarif Trooper is the 6 inch version, not the 3.75" one as I thought. Pretty embarassing considering the fact that I collect since 2005...
But to my defense, I had to hurry because those figures sold like fresh bread. I requested those figures only 7 minutes after they went online. Well, in the meantime 3 more figures I wanted to buy were already sold...anyhew I'm glad to have gotten those two for an excellent price!
Only when they arrived I recognized that the Militia Trooper is missing his right shoulder pad.
But I got a solution for missing parts after the jump:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10633.msg213019#msg213019


(https://i.imgur.com/kWATrys.jpg)



And the second arrival shows once more: Patience does pay off!

- TLC General Grievous - 3,00€
- TAC Galactic Marine - 2,50€
- shipping: 2,70€

For some reason nobody else bid on those two figures - on a Sunday evening! Maybe the reason was that they were only listed as "Star Wars figure" - no "Hasbro" tagged...
I was looking for this super-articulated and brilliant version of General Grievous, which usually goes for quite some money on ebay by now (about 25€ here in Germany if complete).
So I didn't want to spend that much on Grievous only to make a custom of it. I'm going to make an alternative version of our favourite General of Evil. That's all I can give away right now. The "Black Series" version of him will be shared here, soon:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10186.0


(https://i.imgur.com/J5g8A3N.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 30, 2019, 05:14:25 AM
Nice finds. I want to get that six inch version of Grievous. I never know how to spell his name!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on August 31, 2019, 02:39:43 AM
BTW... ABOUT GAMESTOP GUYS/GALS  TODAY (SATURDAY) IS the last day of the sale but here is what u need to know:

1. If your location has no $5 table look in regular clearance and the "full MSRP" pegs. Anything under the Padme BS wave is fair game for $5 but...

2. Yesterday morning at 4am eastern standard time Padme and random others (yes marvel legends  too) are NOT on sale anymore!!! I had used the site to locate a store that had ANY of the SW figures and ONLY ONE: a single figure: Padme was listed as in stock for pick-up $5... I hesitated and let it sit In my cart ( buy and store pickup) for an hour only to go back and it was $22 again??? WTF. Others have slipped from the sale back to ORG. MSRP so check the site for which are WHICH BUT...

3. DO NOT. I REPEAT DO NOT USE THE SITE AS LOCATOR FOR PRODUCT! I picked up on this about 6 years ago but now its worse than you can imagine. As I said Padme was the ONLY figure according to the site (after an hour of searching) available at ONE store and the only SINGLE SW fig  instock in 100 miles! Insanity! Not even TLJ stuff! Which I still found at many stores (one had the 5poa tie silencer and still $40 with a yellow tag!!!! 😵) Is listed so that means no store has any clue what they have. The 3x jet troopers etc. At one store yesterday was proof alone since every location laughed or rolled  their eyes at my mere mention of the figure. Its a true random hunt folks! Cuz even some of the figures as mentioned are not $5 anymore a day before the sale is over!?!???? Craziness I even found a Padme last night and mentioned my whole rant and even begged the employee to honor it since it's  total  scam level and of course they thought was making it all up. SOOO check check and ask them to scan any and everything cuz even L3-37 is now full MSRP again but the actual scan from the clerk (barcode & yellow sticker) rung up $5?!?? 😠😣😰😵  one store clerk called the sale a Nightmare and it IS since I was told I wasn't the only one with similar inquiring and all they have in stores is a print out with "all" the stock available @ location... Which I hope you all can understand now is a bunch of garbage. The sky could be falling on them and they wouldn't even know it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 31, 2019, 03:07:07 AM
Your advice is pure gold (SID)! Thank you for sharing! Might save us all some solid milage! It might be an option to call your nearby GameStops in advance and ask what they got on shelves.
Happy hunting & a nice weekend to all of you!

- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on September 02, 2019, 12:21:31 PM
Awesome hauls everyone!!! Darth More, the Rohm militia figure is one I had forgotten all about. I wasn’t collecting when those sets were released, so they seem to fly under my radar.

And yes, I have also received a Tunghori hair in my parcels from him (them?). I’m a germaphobe, so I have to wash the second hand figures I get. I was like...well, now I have scrub these. LOL.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 03, 2019, 02:30:38 AM
Thanks Jodo! Yeah, good times back then! I'm still "shocked" or happily surprised that Hasbro dedicated so many figures to just one videogame. These TFU figures go for quite some money these days (each version of Galen Marek and most other for about 30€ here in Germany). BUT once in a while you found them cheap along with a few other figures. I got a Starkiller to customize (incomplete) for 6€, the Militia Elite Trooper for 5€ and just today an EVO Trooper of those multipacks for 6,50€ (complete). Patience always pays off...

And I'm pretty sure tunghori has some employees by now in order to process all those orders. I'm also positive that he has become a millionaire with his ebay sales of figures from mysterious sources...
I don't wash figures that I get from him (because I assume they come right from the factory in big plastic bags), but I do wash all used stuff I get from ebay.

Thanks for your comment!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 08, 2019, 02:50:23 AM
This is the last batch of loose figures I found on ebay/craigslist. So the reason I share this is because those Clone Troopers are prime examples to add to my new topic on yellowing of white plastic:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10634.0


I cannot wait to share Option 1 with you - pictures follow instantly...




(https://i.imgur.com/QzG7DjB.jpg)


Unfortunately I didn't recognized that the Gunship Turret is missing the front piece...now I have to find a complete one to cast the missing piece.
I saw that the Clone Pilot that came with this Battle Pack was missing his oxygen tubes, but I take this occasion to make a mold of the Pilot helmet.
The other figures are in good shape (also the joints). The Destroyer Droid was actually supposed to be the TAC version, not the TPM one...anyway. The Jumptrooper will be great for a custom.
I think the 212th Attack Battalion Clone Trooper is from the TLC Comic Pack. Too bad he's missing almost everything...
And I'm looking for ideas of what to make of this blue Clone Commander (which I absolutely love)!
I found this idea here online:



(https://i.imgur.com/0yZnwrV.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 08, 2019, 06:08:02 AM
Nice finds Philipp, love seeing that turret even though its missing the front piece.

Commander Bacara you will have great fun with. Think that is what he is called anyhow.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on September 11, 2019, 10:57:34 AM
Received this from Walmart.com today. :)



Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 13, 2019, 03:43:39 AM
Nice! This tank looks great with fantastic details & paint work! Have you already gotten it out of the box? I’m glad you got one and that this great vehicle is still available.
Are you going to build a Diorama for it, too?

- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Rune Haako on September 13, 2019, 03:51:15 PM
Yeah the detailing on it is amazing. I opened it, and I'm just displaying it on a shelf with a few figures. :)

I got the Tatooine Skiff yesterday from Amazon.com.

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 14, 2019, 03:30:03 AM
Wow, they both arrived in excellent condition! I was gonna say you got the two best vehicles released for general retail of the last 7 years there! The Desert Skiff is just an incredible update of this classic vehicle! I'm extremely happy you could get them & wish you much fun with them! Let's see if I can find a Skiff to add to my collection, too...

Thanks for sharing all the good news!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 14, 2019, 03:41:08 AM
Tamer: Thanks Shawn! I was very surprised to have found this turret and knew it would be gone within minutes. So I didn't take the time to carefully look at the pictures and compare them to archive photos (which I usually do). But for less than 8 bucks I can't complain. Can't wait to restore it.


Talking about restoration I found a ROTS Republic Gunship in pretty good shape today! So my Saturday morning began with a 20 minute ride to meet the guy selling it (actually his wife made him to).
The description said "pick-up only" and I asked him how much he wanted for it. He said 35€ (~$38) and he even gave me six figures on top. I told him and his wife that they could take more for that, but they just wanted to get rid of it. "It takes too much space." So they showed me their appreciation for taking it by giving me a Stormtrooper lamp on top for free!

(https://i.imgur.com/Ftqn88h.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/QPIYHvd.jpg)


So only two parts are missing, which I could replace instantly with some resin parts.

You can see how I restore vehicles like this here:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10178.0



To my surprise all 12 missles from the wing and door areas are included:


(https://i.imgur.com/n9qVuSy.jpg)


(https://i.imgur.com/XOZrRHE.jpg)


Find out where I found those barrels with the help of JDeck click here:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10416.0



- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 14, 2019, 09:12:57 AM
Great price on that Gunship!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 15, 2019, 11:37:54 AM
Yeah, I think I just got lucky with the “pick up only“...I missed a lot of other good stuff just because it was too far away.

But there are actually quite a few Gunships on the market now - all of the sudden. They usually only pop up in the wild once in a while. Another one in the same shape was sold for about  60€ last week...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 01, 2019, 02:21:07 PM
My mother-in-law picked up these "Star Wars" vehicles for me today at Burlington!

I passed on them when they first came out due to their insane $29.99 retail price but they are now $6.99 at Burlington.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 02, 2019, 02:25:36 AM
Great prices at Burlington.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 04, 2019, 05:36:21 PM
My Walmart and Spirit Halloween hauls for today!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 05, 2019, 07:04:41 AM
I figured this would be full of Triple Force Friday things. Anyone see the Vintage X-Wing on the front page?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 05, 2019, 01:51:19 PM
I figured this would be full of Triple Force Friday things. Anyone see the Vintage X-Wing on the front page?

Most of the stores in my area had NOTHING in stock for Triple Force Friday.

I only got the Skiff. I wanted a Zorii Bliss and Knight Of Ren but saw none. The only new figures I saw were a few X-Wing Lukes and a Rey.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on October 05, 2019, 01:54:50 PM
I went to five stores, and only bought four items total because of poor availability, or no stock at all! So I got the Mando, Carbonized Mando, TVC Zorri, and TVC Knight of Ren. Also got the Brachiosaurus from Target that day as well, which was the most important thing!

Later that day I ordered Poe’s TVC X-Wing, which I recieved today. The freaking engines are warped, so returning that. :( It’s a really cool vehicle overall, but it just reminds me that I should stick to OT focused items. The sculpt is great, but I don’t really have any ST dioramas or scenes to use it in.

Edit- Note that’s the back of two wings are dirtier than the others (which is an easy weathering fix), but one engine is significantly darker than the entire ship as well.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 06, 2019, 05:31:53 AM
Wow, that is one messed up X-Wing. Might go for one of the Luke ones in the vintage box. I haven't seen anything myself. Gonna have to etail stuff if I want it I do believe.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 08, 2019, 03:08:27 PM
Tuesday Mail Call!

Finally got one of these from the UK thanks to a Facebook friend!

This is the second time this year that I had to get something from overseas that should have been widely available here in the States (first one was the Target Spinosaurus that another UK Facebook friend hooked me up with). Hasbro and Mattel dropped the ball here but thanks to great friends abroad I can add these items to my collection.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 09, 2019, 03:00:54 AM
Its good to have friends all over. I know I have sure been able to purse my collecting dreams thanks to a few good friends overseas. I know its a shame we can't get what we want here, but glad you got what you wanted Dan.

I so need to make some store runs. I feel like I might be wasting my time, but miss the old store hopping experience and the joy of finding new stuff on the pegs. It is so much easier to just order online though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 09, 2019, 03:41:48 PM
Wednesday Mail Call!

My orders from Brickwarriors and Dorkside Toys arrived!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on October 09, 2019, 06:59:35 PM
I got my replacement Poe TVC X-Wing...Thankfully, I was able to swap the best parts between the old and new one to get one good ship. Otherwise, I think I would have probably returned this one as well. ><
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 10, 2019, 03:12:27 AM
Jodo, so the newer one you got had problems too? Sitting here shaking my head this morning that you had to literally chop up two new ships to make one good one.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 10, 2019, 05:50:05 PM
Thursday Mail Call (part II)!

Received a great trade package full of fodder from my friend Eric on Facebook!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 11, 2019, 01:46:52 AM
Jodo: I'm glad you got Poe's X-Wing! I like its color pattern and features. Did you return the first one where you purchased it or did Hasbro's consumer service send you a new one?

Tamer: I agree that shouldn't be an issue with a product that passed quality control! Especially not when they charge us a premium price for a supossedly premium product of The Vintage Collection...I think over the years we all discovered that Hasbro's products are not perfect at all. Even for being toys we collect. I learned to look over that. And feel a little better with my own painting skills... 

The Spectre: Wow, that's a nice mix of parts and bodies! I love fodder bags like this! I'm sure you can use this one well for future projects or further trades!
Thanks for sharing this beaituful picture! 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Jodo on October 11, 2019, 11:58:50 AM
Jodo, so the newer one you got had problems too? Sitting here shaking my head this morning that you had to literally chop up two new ships to make one good one.

Yes, and the issues varied between both of them. Some of the lazer canons on the second one were glued wrong, so they didn’t line up, and one was not glued at all. And one of the wings on this second barely had any dark wash on it, so it didn’t match. The one engine is dark on this one as well, but not nearly as noticeable as the first’s.

Darth More, no I am returning it through Amazon. I wondered what Hasbro would do though...Or if I complained if they’d offer me something. I still have a pair of $3 off coupons because my TLJ Luke looked so bad and they didn’t have any replacements to offer me...But that was also purchased through Pulse.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 23, 2019, 10:17:58 AM
Got those from ebay last week. 69,99€ shipped. I wanted this TVC Bastila Shan even though she didn't come with her lightsaber. Instead, she came with the lightsaber of Nicanas Tassu who came with one of the Geonosis Arena 2-Packs of The Legacy Collection. I got him twice, but one came with another green lightsaber of General Grievous. 8 bucks wasn't bad for Bastila to have Mr Tassu completed now, too. Especially for the fact that he's found on ebay for a whopping $50-90!!!
This is also my 3rd Bastila figure and I might make a custom Dark Side Bastila (KotOR dark side ending) of her...she'd look nice in black!

I got 2 TVC Super Battle Droids so far, but this is the first one which actually came with the mysterious blaster (to be re-casted...).
That Doctor Aphra Set looked too great to pass for 22€. I like BT-1 and his add-ons especially because they truly make him look like a comic figure! They'd never fit in his dome...love those figures and remind me of the good ole days of The Vintage Collection. Let's hope for a good ESB based year of 2020 for The Vintage Collection. Dew it Hasbro!! You've disappointed way too much since 2015!


(https://i.imgur.com/0Iufphg.jpg)
Not for sale.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 24, 2019, 03:12:06 AM
I got a huge ole box from Hasbro earlier this week. It had the vintage Poe X-Wing along with four other vintage figures including the Knight of Ren. Nice figure and packaging on that one along with the Jet Trooper. I actually went out a little bit looking for new stuff, but it was a wastleand in my area.

That Aphra Set is nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 26, 2019, 05:02:35 PM
Saturday Mail Call!

Got another box of awesomeness from 2DARK2C!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 27, 2019, 12:27:46 AM
Wow, looks like you got everything covered! These Fortnite figures seem to sell well. Yet, I wouldn't know what to use them for as custom fodder. I like those Heineken bottles!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 28, 2019, 05:51:55 PM
Monday Mail Call!

Received an awesome trade package from 1:18 Archive and a "Star Wars" figure I was looking for that a friend on Facebook picked up for me!

Thanks again guys!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 29, 2019, 09:37:56 PM
My after work Walmart and Burlington scores!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 30, 2019, 03:03:25 AM
Would you pay $25 for each of these ships?


(https://i.imgur.com/BzlNgR6.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/BEWGpHU.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/CHWQb0C.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/GU8xFAW.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fEFuIu0.jpg)


Or $50 for each of these two TVC TIE Interceptors? One loose one in sealed box?

(https://i.imgur.com/w28a5uH.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/KYwJocT.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 30, 2019, 03:09:10 AM
With the availability of ships nowadays and how much smaller they are making them yes I would, especially on that sealed TIE in the vintage box.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 30, 2019, 04:14:21 AM
I absolutely agree with you, Tamer! Thank you for your comment!

So I immediately sent the seller a request because I knew many people would! And I was the first one, indeed! The seller sold me these 7 ships for 215€ (~$230) inclusding shipping instead of 235€. So I ended up paying less than $33 per vehicle shipped!

The pictures above were all that were provided.

I paid immediately via PayPal (Family & Friends - no safety!), which was pretty risky and incredibly dumb of me.
But the package did arrive! Lucky me. I alslo found the seller on Facebook if that'd help in the worst case. I asked the seller after payment and he found me some missing parts, but by far not all!
The ships arrived pretty dusty and some with fishing line - so I suppose they hung at the ceiling for some time (years)...

They were all washed with soap & water before I took the following pictures.



(https://i.imgur.com/KQ0Opvr.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/XaHn6mN.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ovVWcLS.jpg)


Sounds too good to be true? Yes, it does!


They were not packed & secured well, so here comes my LOL Surprise!

Yellowing in full progress!

(https://i.imgur.com/iRKlubv.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/gmxQy0Y.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/1LHrFmC.jpg)

Here you can clearly see the impact of the sunlight over time along the edges!
You can read what you can do about it in my other topic after the jump:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10634.0


(https://i.imgur.com/cxZROZD.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/xJWBAcn.jpg)

A common issue of the Slave I is the fact that Han's nose rubs off and becomes flat over time if you frequently insert the carbonite block into the slot at the cockpit. I might be able to fix that crack with epoxy resin and maybe recast the missing cannon. The only advantage of this purchase is that I could finally complete my other loose TVC Slave I.

Forum member Mr.Black inspired me big time with his repaint of the Slave I. So maybe in some years I dare to repaint one of my spare samples, too! Check out his custom here:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10643.0


(https://i.imgur.com/CZTO2nW.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/ll4jJno.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/0r2I3nU.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/9X7YOrC.jpg)


The Y-Wing is the only loose ship that arrived in somewhat good condition except for a missing antenna for the Astromech and some minor scratches.

(https://i.imgur.com/YGHR0FW.jpg)



The Snowspeeder has also yellowed at some spots. The hatch of the X-Wing's front landing gear is missing, but the TIE Interceptor can be fixed with some black dry-brushing.


Still a good deal? Please, let me know what you think.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 31, 2019, 02:59:58 AM
Wow, I think you got a deal even though perhaps some of these weren't described as they should have been.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on November 02, 2019, 07:30:38 PM
I got the Jedi Luke Skywalker, from the Skywalker 3 pack exclusive. I ended up getting it from Tunghori, for $20 or something like that. I'd say he's the best of the  three. My Jabba's Palace display is a free for all now, with multiple scenes in one. It's coming along.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 03, 2019, 06:22:59 AM
I am anxious to see how your Palace display is turning out. Good ole Tunghori.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on November 03, 2019, 06:38:01 AM
Very nice! Your Throne Room for Jabba looks amazing! I'm glad you could get the Jedi Knight version of Luke! I got the Destiny Pack myself, but don't want to open it, yet. Still so much loose stuff that yet needs to be labeled! lol
Honestly, I haven't purchased anything from good ole tunghori in a while! I've probably spent almost $2,000 on him so far, but he's become too expensive by now and I'm not willing to pay that money anymore.
I only buy from him when there's no other option...

- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on November 07, 2019, 01:29:06 PM
It's often worth to take a closer look...

Found these figures from back of the good ole days on ebay last week. These TAC to TVC masterpieces were in the mailbox today:

(https://i.imgur.com/rY6QhQF.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/gYCckKk.jpg)

I'm especially happy about the blaster rifle of HK-50 (B-A-D Wave 12: Empire Strikes Back).
Icecream Maker Guy was sold already (for 7,50€!), but the seller was kind enough to give me this loose accessory! I'd never expected to find this piece somewhere to complete my HK-50! Now he's only missing his right leg!

And this is where I found them:
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on November 08, 2019, 04:31:41 PM
Belated Thursday Mail Call!

A Facebook friend came through for me on a pair of Emperor's Royal Guards!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on November 09, 2019, 06:15:56 AM
Hey, that's cool, Dan! Those ERGs are quite hard to find! I really dig the sculpt! They do perfectly fine for every diorama even with less articulation!
Nice addition to your massive collection!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on November 09, 2019, 06:16:34 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/2kb9EZu.jpg)

Am I the only one who feels just like this?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on November 09, 2019, 09:47:01 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/2kb9EZu.jpg)

Am I the only one who feels just like this?
Reason #104 why I'm staying single lol.  I'm pretty good about not spending a whole lot on figures, but diorama materials, I can drop a Hundo at the hobby shop no problem.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on November 09, 2019, 04:34:36 PM
My Walmart order arrived!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 10, 2019, 06:03:15 AM
opened the box and they look good. Shipped for free in a day!

(https://i.imgur.com/Dn3ZDJB.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on November 16, 2019, 03:49:26 PM
Reason #104 why I'm staying single lol.  I'm pretty good about not spending a whole lot on figures, but diorama materials, I can drop a Hundo at the hobby shop no problem.

This post made my day JD! Very true. Oh, and that's a good point. Materials can take quite some cash, too...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on November 16, 2019, 04:10:46 PM
Found more custom fodder online:

(https://i.imgur.com/bILdAkl.jpg)

I'm glad I finally got the TSC C-3PO. I got the throne already also for 4€. He'd look nice on JDeck's latest display project:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=9462.615


I'm going to be a copycat, too...StarAlien70 and RC-1136 inspired me to make some Rebel Officers of the Russian Soldiers and another Kaminoan character of Taun We...

See the projects of StarAlien70 here:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=9737.msg207982#msg207982


And RC-1136's projects after the jump:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10603.msg214404#msg214404
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on November 16, 2019, 04:16:20 PM
Last week I found this auction on ebay and decided to give it a try. And I won this auction:

13 vehicles & creatures from the 90's. This was one awesome package of nostalgia!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on November 16, 2019, 10:10:08 PM
Reason #104 why I'm staying single lol.  I'm pretty good about not spending a whole lot on figures, but diorama materials, I can drop a Hundo at the hobby shop no problem.

This post made my day JD! Very true. Oh, and that's a good point. Materials can take quite some cash, too...
If I could actually find figures in the stores, I'd probably spend a lot more.  My wallet thanks you Hasbro. I just buy on eBay now. I got a noho a'pakk to round out my Ewoks, the last I used for a custom. The only one I'm missing outside of the comic pack (repaints) is Lumat. He/she whatever is going for like $50. No thanks.

Nice win on that auction.  I don't generally go for big vehicles but those are not bad.  I've been wanting a T-16 for a long time, just never got around to it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on November 16, 2019, 11:54:19 PM
"If I could actually find figures in the stores, I'd probably spend a lot more.  My wallet thanks you Hasbro. I just buy on eBay now..."

Welcome to the club 0/ its really the only way to go in this day and age cuz even if you find stuff in stores they are constantly now hiking the prices... But you just wait a bit and BAM you can get lots for a song... And/or better yet you'll find the same stuff eventually @ discount chains.

Speaking of which I've gotten 2 cases of the last SOLO wave recently from 5bellow, and the BS Rex wave (always missing him  :'( BUT I do have the hasCON version so nothing to cry about) with all the good army builders.

Burlington is in full x-mas SOLO swing so I got multiples of the last 2-packs and the TIE and the 4-pack.

Its because of stuff like this that I haven't even thought twice about buying anything from or since Force Friday... Its a true why bother? I collect what I can get when I can get it. Just like when I was a kid (then teen) hunting for SW from the early 90's to early 2000's

Also went easy @ RI-CON only got and spent as little as possible: Loose yarua $2.50, loose CW Shaak ti $2.50, POTJ master of the dark side 2-pack and SAGA Imperial forces multipack $10 each new in  :-\ packages.

But the best was meeting Jan Duursema. She was sooo cool. Got 2 signed prints ($10 total!) of Quinlan Vos and Darth Maul. Even flat out gave me her own personal copy of marvel #108 from her purse! (also signed it). And some other random signed swag of her new stuff she's doing. Had a great long conversation with her about everything... Character origins, legacy being erased, Darth Talon almost being in the Sequel Trilogy (she had no idea!?! Crazy), Aayla Secura becoming primary cannon. Etc. Craziest thou was she off hand remarked that "Hasbro sent me BOXES of figures and they're just sitting around still" my eyes lit up when she mentioned that, she had no clue that some of those figures... As WE know are $$$$... "so maybe I should sell them" I was like: Bring them to a con, put them out! And Sign them too! She really liked that idea soo hopefully that happens for her and the sake of her fans. Since I can tell she really loves SW and I know I'm not the only one that misses her perfectionism.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on November 18, 2019, 03:22:49 PM
I was hungry so I went to the store to pick up some junk food, pizza, ice cream and Mt dew blasting Beastie Boys on the radio. Hells yeah! Then stopped by Target to get the Target Exclusive Special Action Figure Set, Cave Of Evil. I was going to pass on this set, but I got to thinking, it could be the beginnings of a cool project. Maybe a Dagobah diorama, with multiple scenes incorporated. I'm gonna have to jump on that after my Ewok Village.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 19, 2019, 04:02:59 AM
Nice set, might have to pick that up.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on November 26, 2019, 11:43:40 AM
Five Below score!

I bought these primarily for the orange cargo containers so there may be some containerless tanks added to my Swap Shop soon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on November 27, 2019, 10:21:21 PM
 :D I got my AMT/ERTL Encounter with Yoda on Dagobah model kit. It's in 3.75 scale, even though the figures it comes with are more like 6" scale.  It needs modifications, but it's baddass.  My next project.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on November 28, 2019, 12:49:38 AM
Awesome JD! I also have this set on my watch list on the bay...But by the time I get to build a Dagobah dio it's probably cheaper do 3D-print it myself lol...I will rather enjoy seeing you build it. It's gonna be lots of fun for sure! Awesome score!  0/
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on November 28, 2019, 11:02:41 AM
Awesome JD! I also have this set on my watch list on the bay...But by the time I get to build a Dagobah dio it's probably cheaper do 3D-print it myself lol...I will rather enjoy seeing you build it. It's gonna be lots of fun for sure! Awesome score!  0/
Here in the US model kits aren't very popular, so I got this for less than $20usd. I always looked over it, until I realized it was 3.75 scale. I saw a guy on YouTube that customized one inside and out. It was amazing! I think I'll just do the outside.  yosab
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 29, 2019, 07:44:39 PM
Looks like Dan likes Five Below. Awesome scores.

I like the Degobah abode too. Just ordered the Best Buy Heavy Mando. Guess it doesn't count yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on December 03, 2019, 07:41:36 PM
That Encounter with Yoda Is incredible. Seen lots of mods with it the last 2 decades. Lots of cool parts. Always looking for more inspiration for mine )(that I've still got sealed in box for many years now)... I cannot decide what to do with all the parts since I want to cast stuff too.

Man I hope everyone can find all the RO tanks they want this X-mas. I've waited enviously since seeing it on display (exploded view) @ hasCON to own one+ but that $80 MSRP is mental illness. Even under $30 it felt crazy.
I just hope us collectors can enjoy the spoils on this mistake. I know when I see them it will be hard not to buy every one... Even if $10 @ $5 store is strange/annoying 😂
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 13, 2019, 01:36:54 PM
So cool:

(https://i.imgur.com/pB7YYs2.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on December 18, 2019, 02:18:56 PM
Holy three toed sloth of ice planet Hoth! My Walmart actually had star wars figures. They had all the TFF figures well except for Yavin Luke. But they had Skiff guard Lando. I told myself I wouldn't get this figure unless I found it in  the wild. Because it's not noticably different from Sandstorm Lando. Being the awesome guy I am I bought the one with the worst looking card, because I am an opener.  I would have gotten Zorii and Ren Knight  just for custom fodder, but I unexpectedly had to drop $300 into my car this morning. One figure is enough for today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 19, 2019, 04:03:10 AM
Nice to see some folks are finding some stuff in the wild. I saw some of those gold figures, but meh!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on December 19, 2019, 07:55:04 PM
The only one of those gold figures I'd get, would be maybe 3po, then paint the details. I haven't seen the gold figures, or the shipper with skiff. My wm is the absolute worst. Well Tuckahoe is pretty bad too, maybe worse. My Walmart will get the skiff in February probably.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on December 21, 2019, 05:17:24 PM
Lots of stuff around me. All the stores are flying threw SW figures (TVC/BS) some sit, but not one figure is assured every store. 5below has gotten the SOLO stuff  and random drops of REX wave ... Which I just missed only because I was talking to a fellow fan 4hrs at mall (just met him after TROS) BUT was able to grab 2 more Royal Guards and a real bad FO stormie (sloppy paint and even a human hair in the torso!). The online sales have been insane too folks! Its been hard for me to not just drop $$$ on more boatloads' of stuff, so I limited myself to the EE $20 SKIFF and grabbed the discounted TLJ stuff I never got.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Vadersfist on December 24, 2019, 08:09:09 AM
Well where do i start at but I'll just list what I've gotten in the last 90 days. I have others but they are put up at the moment.

1. Shock Troopers X4
2.Obie Wan Clone Armor
3. Mando heavy Artillery X2 D+ stream show
4.Jedi Knight Luke Skywalker
5.Dengar
6.Sith Troopers X2
7.IG-11
8.Commander Fox X2
9.Mando - from the D+ stream show
10.Emperor palpatine with Chair - Amazon exclusive
11.Battle droid - light brown version of course
12.General G.
13. Dew back w/ Sandtrooper
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 24, 2019, 08:30:10 AM
I did get in my Jabba Vintage Playsets from Walmart a few days ago. Pristine, packed great.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 24, 2019, 03:29:32 PM
I did get in my Jabba Vintage Playsets from Walmart a few days ago. Pristine, packed great.

I am hoping to get one on clearance after the holidays.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on December 25, 2019, 04:20:53 PM
Looks like more and more people are playing the price limbo with Star Wars merch...how low can they go?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 26, 2019, 08:38:05 AM
Yeah, they will probably go for really low here in a few days.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on December 26, 2019, 12:38:29 PM
I did something today, that I very rarely do if ever. I bought a 6" figure. I got the Target exclusive C-3PO and Babu Frik figures. I doubt they'll ever make a 3.75 Babu Frik, with 5poa being gone, but he'd be tiny if they did, so I got this. I also got materials to make his work station. Hopefully. The 3po doesn't have the red eyes like some do. I heard if you put him in cold water his eyes turn, but I don't know. I was thinking maybe put LEDs in his eyes, but I'm not sure how that would work. 
He sits good enough, I think. I payed less than $15 so I want to do something with it. Right now I have a mild
Babu Frik obsession.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 27, 2019, 12:27:02 PM
Nice, nice to see them have a new character like that that is not getting hated on, well much.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on December 27, 2019, 01:46:09 PM
I went to Walmart to look for something very specific for my latest diorama, didn't find it. So I got the TVC Zorii Bliss. I took it home, tore open the packaging, then tried to put it in a nice static pose and the hand tore completely off the peg. So I just glued it back on. Meh. I was at least going to use it as fodder, but that wouldn't be great with a gimp hand. Maybe I'll make a little Kijimi display. Too bad there are no other corresponding figures from that scene, or any other scene with her in it.  I can use TFA first Order Snowtrooper that would work.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: CloneSniper78 on December 31, 2019, 05:05:08 PM
Picked up a Wall Mart exclusive Jedi Luke Skywalker. Looks good, haven't taken him out yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 02, 2020, 06:23:27 AM
Nice Luke. I haven't found a thing to buy lately. I did get a couple of Hallmark Ornaments if those count. The Boba Helmet and the Death Star from a couple years ago.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on January 02, 2020, 04:34:13 PM
5bellow is still getting in the SOLO/BS stuff. Was finally able to get a REX @ a far away location yesterday, along with my 6th EMPEROR GUARD! And billionth FO STORMTROOPER and a lone SOLO FO STORM TROOPER OFFICER.

All hard deals to pass up. They even had XMAS 75% so I got some joke tees for $1.25!!!

Hope everyone has had a safe and happy holidays!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on January 04, 2020, 07:07:23 AM
Well where do i start at but I'll just list what I've gotten in the last 90 days. I have others but they are put up at the moment.

1. Shock Troopers X4
2.Obie Wan Clone Armor
3. Mando heavy Artillery X2 D+ stream show
4.Jedi Knight Luke Skywalker
5.Dengar
6.Sith Troopers X2
7.IG-11
8.Commander Fox X2
9.Mando - from the D+ stream show
10.Emperor palpatine with Chair - Amazon exclusive
11.Battle droid - light brown version of course
12.General G.
13. Dew back w/ Sandtrooper

Really awesome purchases there! Collectors of the Black Series were very well treated in 2019! I mean the figures are really great, the only Thing that bugs me is the fact that Hasbro treat The Vintage Collection not even half as well as they do The Black Series...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on January 04, 2020, 07:11:34 AM
I did something today, that I very rarely do if ever. I bought a 6" figure. I got the Target exclusive C-3PO and Babu Frik figures. I doubt they'll ever make a 3.75 Babu Frik, with 5poa being gone, but he'd be tiny if they did, so I got this. I also got materials to make his work station. Hopefully. The 3po doesn't have the red eyes like some do. I heard if you put him in cold water his eyes turn, but I don't know. I was thinking maybe put LEDs in his eyes, but I'm not sure how that would work. 
He sits good enough, I think. I payed less than $15 so I want to do something with it. Right now I have a mild
Babu Frik obsession.

Haha that's nice! You could be Right with Babu Frik in 1/18 scale since Hasbro don't give a frik for the 3.75" line anymore…
Looking awesome so far! Can't wait to see what you do with it! Also really like your new profile pic by the way and how it underlines your new obsession with Babu. Guess you are not as much of a fan of The Child? The hype is real. But I agree - in some scenes the cuteness is a ittle over the top.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on January 04, 2020, 07:14:10 AM
Picked up a Wall Mart exclusive Jedi Luke Skywalker. Looks good, haven't taken him out yet.

ROTJ is just a beautiful choice by Hasbro. I'm glad they made him in both scales. Congrats to this purchase - he makes a nice addition to your collection!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on January 04, 2020, 07:33:05 AM
Remember These auctions I shared the other day?

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10579.msg215266#msg215266

I'm still quite down that I missed them...but I was able to win another auction of the same seller and she seems to sell multiple sets of old and new stuff - boxed and loose!


(https://i.imgur.com/5wUbZyU.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/jL7qwsQ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/BvAbswO.jpg)

By the plastic bags I can tell that she also buys some figures to add to her lots from tunghori.

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=6995.msg215865#msg215865

Talking about tunghori: As you can see three figures are incomplete. I asked the seller if she just forgot to include them, but she doesn't have them. So I asked tunghori if he could help me out. And he indeed told me that he would include those four accessories with my latest order! Yes, I purchased four figures after months again. I think this is very nice of tunghori. I hope he won't forget about it.


And I think photo real for the 3.75" and 6" lines is one of Hasbro's best improvements of the last years - especially since the quality of facial painting went Downhill in 2013 moving Forward in Walmart's exclusive line.

(https://i.imgur.com/CSINLCp.jpg)


So now I got my first three of the new Stormtrooper! You know what that means?
I can now start with the review JDeck, Tamer and I were joking around with at the end of 2019.

You can see our detailed corporate review by following this link:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10700.0
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on January 05, 2020, 08:52:22 AM
I did something today, that I very rarely do if ever. I bought a 6" figure. I got the Target exclusive C-3PO and Babu Frik figures. I doubt they'll ever make a 3.75 Babu Frik, with 5poa being gone, but he'd be tiny if they did, so I got this. I also got materials to make his work station. Hopefully. The 3po doesn't have the red eyes like some do. I heard if you put him in cold water his eyes turn, but I don't know. I was thinking maybe put LEDs in his eyes, but I'm not sure how that would work. 
He sits good enough, I think. I payed less than $15 so I want to do something with it. Right now I have a mild
Babu Frik obsession.

Haha that's nice! You could be Right with Babu Frik in 1/18 scale since Hasbro don't give a frik for the 3.75" line anymore…
Looking awesome so far! Can't wait to see what you do with it! Also really like your new profile pic by the way and how it underlines your new obsession with Babu. Guess you are not as much of a fan of The Child? The hype is real. But I agree - in some scenes the cuteness is a ittle over the top.

    Baby Yoda is cute I guess, but Babu Frik is hilarious and awesome. I even have Babu Frik "He-heyyyy"
 notification sound. I know it's unprofessional, but you can't be in a bad mood when Babu Frik says he-heyyyy!!
At any rate, that's a great score for under a hundred. I still can't find a tank commander at a decent price.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on January 23, 2020, 10:34:44 PM
Start checking stores for holiday clearance! Just got 2x more Skiffs' for $9! Each!  ;D WalMart has tons of stuff right now including Legos, all the Godzilla line ($2 and up!), Overwatch figures ($5 single, $9 double), marvel legends $5 etc. Etc. Etc. Too much to list honestly.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 05, 2020, 04:05:49 PM
Got this one on eBay.
GameStop exclusive ,I believe, Black series heavy battle droid
I had heard how pose able these six inch battle droids were but I had to pull him out and try a pose or two.
   I needed a battle droid to go with my 6 inch grievous 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 06, 2020, 02:55:48 AM
Looks pretty awesome Clint. I got a box in from EE yesterday. I need to open it up.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 06, 2020, 03:08:07 AM
I had a couple extra minutes this morning and opened up the box. I finally have one!

(https://i.imgur.com/lmOd0Q4.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 06, 2020, 05:24:32 AM
That one looks cool, Shawn.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 06, 2020, 07:58:04 AM
Hey Shawn, that’s awesome news! I read a couple articles on JTA and YakFace about the RO Stormie last night. I’m really glad you finally got one! Hope it won’t stay the only one, though ;) It seems like many collectors are still waiting for their pre-orders to arrive. Meanwhile all of them have sold out at SmythsToys for 18,99€ (~$21) here in Germany.

I really like how quick Hasbro gets out more repaints of this fantastic version.


Clint: Also nice Battle Droid! I better do some stretching, too.

I got the VC150 version of Princess Leia (Yavin Ceremony) at Smyths as I posted in our Local Finds thread.

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?PHPSESSID=5454b502f62d88be527c9d2153cacb8e&topic=1012.msg217061#msg217061


Also found more custom fodder for 37€ and the biography of daddy himself for 14€ shipped (new: 29,95€). The book was in the mail today and is like new. The Old Republic video game made it into my collection as well (70€) and I really like the design of this set. Might review it soon and until then I listen to its masterful soundtrack!

And I just finished watching the Holiday Special on YouTube. I feel as if I’ve aged years while watching this and I gotta lot to say about it. Later.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on March 06, 2020, 08:48:29 AM
Found a BB-8 playset mostly junked @ savers yesterday $3 always wanted one just to have ANY display for ST figures (insane this is the only playset). Also grabbed a couple of 4-inch joes which I kinda love randomly collecting now from grab bags etc. I used to cannibalize them but after going threw all my vintage Joe I kinda have a new admiration for the line.

Same location still since January has a Legacy AT-AT $130 missing many of the parts hahaha.

I always find SW at the locations near me. Last week I got a bag of '96 Galoob Diecasts with a mini applause Boba Fett and a TFA 5-pos Chewie (missing bandolier) $4... They also had the original Ghostbusters soundtrack (cassette tape) for $.99 so had to grab that 😁 another location I got a random loose RO baze malbus.

Heading to WalMart today... So who knows? Kinda hope I find nothing 😉
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 07, 2020, 05:53:44 AM
SID great deals wish I had a few places to look around like that (ah the price of living in a very rural area).

Darth More you got some great stuff, really like that Old Republic Set. Good stuff that.

I actually had another box in my mailbox yesterday so now I actually have one of these too:

I gotta figure out how many different six inch figures they have going in this line. So far I just have this one and the Heavy Mandalorian from Best Buy.

(https://i.imgur.com/7Vx6p8k.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 07, 2020, 08:27:30 AM
You are going to have to rig up some more display area, buddy
That one looks real nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 08, 2020, 04:35:50 AM
You are going to have to rig up some more display area, buddy
That one looks real nice.

Thanks Clint. And yes, you are correct. I am gonna have to figure something out as my collection room now looks like a bad episode of "hoarders".
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 08, 2020, 05:53:17 AM
Clint is right, I’m afraid! Hasbro is getting better and better at TBS6. The new Dooku is easily one of the best figures they’ve made so far. Such a nice tribute to Sir Christopher Lee.

Still glad I only buy my absolute favorite characters in 6 inch. Which are Admiral Holdo, Rose Tico and Rey of course. Happy World’s women’s day by the way!

You probably won’t like it, Tamer, but I got 7 new LEGO sets loose on ebay for 110€ shipped. Don’t wanna trigger you, but you might need even more space on your shelf...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 09, 2020, 02:06:40 AM
The LEGO stuff is seriously nice. They make such awesome stuff. I just know I can't go there or it would be total chaos for my collecting. That stuff you got is sure nice though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on March 11, 2020, 06:46:36 PM
Well 5below got in a "new" case. Had to grab some bonus/extras.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 12, 2020, 12:25:43 AM
Wow, these have become sought after figures, (SID)! Is that a $1.25 price tag I can see there? Steal of a deal my friend! Congrats!  DH
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 12, 2020, 02:17:30 AM
Very nice SID!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 12, 2020, 07:07:54 AM
I may check my stores this weekend
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on March 12, 2020, 07:42:42 AM
I go past one on my way home from work, but I spent all my allowance and milk money this week. I bought a couple of those imperial speeders @$16 each. I'll use the speeder bikes for a scout trooper thing I got going on, and the pilots I'll use for my ITT, when it arrives.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on March 12, 2020, 09:18:39 AM
@ $3.25 each it's hard to pass on good/rare figures. My 5below locations get in 3 3/4 every month or so. All the figures move. This case was brought to store Tuesday and shelved/sold out Wednesday  😵  I've gotten a few of these figures now so I'll finally open a set.

I'm super poor right now (gotta start selling stuff hahaha) but I couldn't resist 6x sweet Solo figures for $20
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on March 12, 2020, 03:09:55 PM
I was really tempted to see if they had some Royal guards or solo mimban troopers, but I had to pick up money from a customer on my way home. I told myself I'd only spend $20, I was going to get a pair of loose speeder bikes for $18, but figured since I want to eventually get two pilots/drivers to get the packaged deal. In the long run I saved money.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on March 12, 2020, 06:43:35 PM
Well more "new" stuff. This is why I don't go shopping  ::)

I got all this for under $14 @ savers today!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 13, 2020, 01:26:38 AM
Really awesome stuff there, buddy! The helmet alone was worth it! Interesting parts and prices, too! Excellent custom material  8)
And $3.25 still is an excellent price! I’m just wondering if my eyes have turned that bad...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 13, 2020, 02:02:26 AM
I gotta go get to a five below.

Nice scores again SID
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on March 13, 2020, 10:27:14 AM
Really awesome stuff there, buddy! The helmet alone was worth it! Interesting parts and prices, too! Excellent custom material  8)
And $3.25 still is an excellent price! I’m just wondering if my eyes have turned that bad...

Naa yours eyes aren't bad. I just used flash on my camera phone. I would've thought the same. Yeah I was ecstatic to find that Clone Helmet for $3 (and Deathtrooper gun $2) especially AFTER finding a bag with those 2 TBS figures, my heart was racing when I spied that Fleet Trooper sure its missing everything but its not an easy/cheap figure. I know I only have one cuz Walgreens had a $8 sale in the fall. so I'm sure both of these TBS came from the same store/sale. The DINO is a JW release so $2 I was sold. The playset and the scuba suit are from some kitty underwater adventure line: They had the whole line but those are the coolest I saw. Dunno what I'm gunna use the dive suit for (Joe?) but the playset and mini paw patrol vehicle are 100% for my Jawa's since I've no sandcrawler.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 14, 2020, 03:41:14 AM
Thanks (SID), I'm now on my computer and can see the price tag clear & yellow! My cell phone could probably not show the Image in high resolution. $3.25 is a great price really! If Hasbro won't give us a Rio Durant in TVC within the next 5 years, I'm going to get the SOLO one once I see it for this price somewhere...thank you also for the detailed break-down of prices! 2 bucks for a JW Dinosaur is a steal! They start around 8€ on eBay here. Have you also added the Legacy Brachiosaurus to your collection?  I think 50 bucks is well worth it! Since it's not available internationally, it's offered for 80-180€ on eBay Germany...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on March 14, 2020, 03:02:30 PM
Thanks (SID), I'm now on my computer and can see the price tag clear & yellow! My cell phone could probably not show the Image in high resolution. $3.25 is a great price really! If Hasbro won't give us a Rio Durant in TVC within the next 5 years, I'm going to get the SOLO one once I see it for this price somewhere...thank you also for the detailed break-down of prices! 2 bucks for a JW Dinosaur is a steal! They start around 8€ on eBay here. Have you also added the Legacy Brachiosaurus to your collection?  I think 50 bucks is well worth it! Since it's not available internationally, it's offered for 80-180€ on eBay Germany...

Yikes dude... I want that Brachio so bad. I avoid going to Target to even see it @ $50 its incredible. I love big stuff. A tjmaxx near me has a mega rex (battle scared) on clearance for $20! I'm soo temped its crazy. But I have too many toys. Example: When the JP/LEGACY figures hit clearance I got whole sets 😉 (to use for gifts/fodder/trades). SW is my only focus and I dabble in other stuff for only scale or nostalgia. Like how I still have all my JP/LW toys and packages.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 21, 2020, 09:22:07 AM
Wow, (SID) that’s quite a collection! I’d get that T-Rex on clearance. You’d regret it when they’re all gone. Prices for that T and the Mosasaurus are already rising in the bay.
Your Lost World figures are the best example - so hard to find and wanted more than ever!

I also found a nice deal on ebay/craigslist: A roll of toilet paper for just 50€ (plus 5€ shipped). The 5 TBS6 figures were a nice addition to stuff the package and protect the paper. The current value of that toilet paper is probably more than double than what I paid. Amazing deal if you ask me. I’d probably invest in tissue and all kinds of paper today rather than in gold.

Stay safe everyone!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on March 21, 2020, 03:22:26 PM
Yeah DARTH MORE, I really want that Rex the store also had a stegosaurus $10 and Claire figure $2... But I don't have the space really, this economy I gotta save, its probably gone now... And ZERO way I'm shopping right now. Tj maxx and many chains and stores are shuttered anyways. The few places I've been are a mad house with people crowded in going nuts. Like on the radio heard (and saw yesterday) a food / restaurant wholesaler with hundreds of cars lining blocks and parking lot: People in lines for $1 foodstuff since the chain was bought out, laying off employees and clearing stock.

I've seen people fighting over water and calling out others @ registers over supply.

Anyways... Yea the Lost World stuff is definitely going up. I have "most" of the line since I missed out on many JP and made it a mission to get as much a could. So got the BUS, THRASHER REX, etc. Basically anything that was in the movie. Remember I saw the toys @ the Hasbro company store before I even knew Lost World was coming.

Great score on TBS, some great figures. My Padme is defective though with a broken/short knee peg (and loose wrists) soo watch out.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 22, 2020, 12:15:07 AM
Thank you! Yeah, you’re right. It’s good to make a smart choice when it comes to time, money and space. I currently don’t even have the space to display my entire collection. But if all goes well, I’ll have time to show some of it, soon.

For 11€ each I couldn’t pass on them. Found Cara Dune for 26,99€ on my last toy hunt at a store similar to Walgreens. Do they still have Star Wars stuff at all? I think their TBS6 exclusives were well distributed, but maybe not the strongest sellers.

Maybe I find another Holdo in a doll bin on a flea market some day. I really admire Laura Dern as an actress. But she was such a waist on her role in TLJ. Holdo is such an awful, even disgusting character which does not do justice to her at all.
Maybe I’ll sell Holdo again. When I find one loose for cheap, I’ll make a custom of it and blow it up. Sounds childish? It is!

Jannah is a great figure - why can’t all Black Series figures come with so many accessories?! I mean she’s just loaded with all the good stuff! And her head sculpt is phenomenal! Don’t know her character, but maybe that’s for the better.

The color-changing feature of Dryden Vos is a nice surprise and a really cool feature, even though the effect disappears quickly.

Thanks for the hint at Padmé! I really like the likeness of her and the different (non-damaged) costume Hasbro gave her. This makes it worth to get the SH FiguArts version, too. But I probably can’t afford it.
The TBS version looks great next to Bandai’s Mace Windu. And I checked her knee and fortunately it’s okay so far.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 22, 2020, 12:28:56 AM
Just re-checked her wrists - both nice and tight. I think for $20 or less, Hasbro gave us an incredible figure - AND likeness! Don’t know why they have been struggling with female head sculpts - especially faces - so hard over the last two decades...

Yeah, people go crazy. There’s much to learn about mankind these days! The seller told me he bought the figures just recently. Two of them are from real,- (read Walmart) so he might’ve gotten them with special discount for 8-12€ instead of 26,95€. He needed space for the 12 other figures he just  bought last week. At least that’s what he told me. I’m super stocked with these! The sad part about it: they’re much cheaper than TVC figures now...even new & sealed...

And the roll of toilet paper they came with was probably his statement to all the people buying truck loads of it at the moment. I had to laugh really hard when I opened the package. I mean he could’ve just used newspaper or kitchen towel instead. Anyway - I’m happy & wish you a great Sunday!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 22, 2020, 07:02:20 AM
Glad to see folks are still finding things.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on March 22, 2020, 11:18:57 PM
DARTH MORE, glad you got a good Padme. I got mine $4 @ WalMart when they cleared out for FF-III so I wasn't that mad, because like you said TBS is cheaper than TVC 😵 sooo I'm sure I'll find another eventually.

Walgreens still gets figures. Problem is that it depends on location. One has the same ESB HAN for a year(?) and nothing else. While others get a case in and it basically disappears instantly. In my parts we never got that damn OBI-WAN GENERAL but many stores keep getting the Beckett/lando disguise case over and over. Marvel legends seem to move in and out much faster.

I understand you frustration over Holdo, I feel exactly the same. It was just a waste of... Everything... As you stated. Probably why I love TROS so much! 😉  I did get her $7 @ best buy. Even told the clerk "I'm only getting it because of price... Purple woke lady is not SW" we both had a laugh. I opened her up with my dad as a joke and he pointed out how nice of a figure it actually was... Even at 63yrs and "not" a SW fan he was correct. Its very nicely crafted. I was honestly surprised. I would've NEVER made that figure but sorta glad to have it.

That VOS I still need. Along with NEST swoop, MOLOCH  and that sweet HAN MUD TROOPER (want a dozen lol). I get soo behind on collecting stuff since I refuse to pay MSRP, adding to a vast collection not even on display!
So I've learned to just trust the force and let it just provide for me. Kinda fun to be a scavenger like Rey 😉. With the pandemic I'm just done shopping/hunting... Took it as a sign. Just been reading all the marvel comics digitally (modern, 2015-NOW) and going to focus on customs/curation instead of adding more junk.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 23, 2020, 05:38:50 PM
Got an amazon exclusive Black series phase 1 Clone captain? In the mail today. The eBay seller had several, must have army built something in the set.
That exclusive set of 4 phase 2 clones sure has skyrocketed in value. I wish I would have picked one of those up.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 24, 2020, 05:58:48 AM
Nice Clint. I know I have some of the six inch Clones. I know I don't have them all. Gonna have to have that new Bly coming out though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 28, 2020, 03:07:46 PM
Saturday Mail Call!

Got a great surprise package from the always awesome sgcaper of Joe Customs!

Thanks for the much wanted Disney park droid! It made my day after a grueling shift :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 01, 2020, 03:16:26 AM
Awesome additions to your collections Clint and Dan! Didn’t even know about this Droid before. Looks like a T3 unit from KotOR.
I also hope Hasbro will give us many more Clones in The Black Series.

A friend of mine sold me four Republic Commandos for 5€ each and a MH Battle Droid for 4€ back in January. He didn’t exaggerate when he said they were “worn & torn”. Never had arm joints that are SO loose & flimsy. They’ll become custom Commandos featured in my BFII thread:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?PHPSESSID=87b0f983919867864d40660f8c2eb31b&topic=10513.0


Also my latest order from tunghori arrived in NO time - 6 days from Hongkong to Germany - during Corona crisis - I’m impressed! And very happy to have those now!

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?PHPSESSID=87b0f983919867864d40660f8c2eb31b&topic=6995.msg217336#msg217336
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on April 01, 2020, 09:01:02 AM
Noice lot! I still haven't gotten any of the Mando wave, except for the ITT that came today from Amazon. I don't know why I thought I could make a display diorama with this using my case of Stormtroopers dismounting. Clearly I underestimated the size. So I'll have to accomplish my dream of making a table top diorama, and put all my troops and vehicles on it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 01, 2020, 09:10:02 AM
Nice to see folks still finding things. I am trying to decide what all of the new stuff I want. I am gonna have to get creative with what collecting space I still have.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 02, 2020, 03:42:48 AM
Nice score on the RCs
Need to get me one of them 3.75 mandos

Picked up this Force spirit Yoda at a Walmart yesterday
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 02, 2020, 06:54:31 AM
Nice Clint. I so need to pick one of those up. I guess they are gonna have one a vintage card too, well not the spirit yoda but the regular one we picked up a few years ago.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on April 08, 2020, 03:09:53 PM
Wednesday Mail Call!

My ShopDisney.com and Brickwarriors orders arrived!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 10, 2020, 05:12:57 AM
Finally found these two on clearance at an out of the way Walmart yesterday.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 10, 2020, 06:58:50 AM
Great finds Clint. So wish I could find a skiff at that price. I need to go check the amazon price.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 14, 2020, 04:36:18 AM
Great finds gentlemen! The skiff is a great value for $25 - almost a steal for the quality you get! It's about 70€ (~$78) here in Germany. Force spirit Yoda looks nice, too! The ghost effect is well done.
Also nice Droid Factory Set, Dan! Love all the colors! Di$ney is quite a dick when it comes to their new droids...glad you have D-O now!

Here's what I found last week:


(https://i.imgur.com/HqpTYa6.jpg)

TVC Snaggletooth is found once in a while - mostly in sets of different figures which were played with - in the bay...check out how I repainted him & let me know if you have any use for the other three TCW figures: http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10186.msg218047#msg218047


(https://i.imgur.com/S7cJ7aT.jpg)

This was a local find. Picked up two more LEGO Star Wars sets in that area on Thursday and think these are great to finally do some more custom vehicles! Could fix the BARC Speeder with hot water, the Naboo Sarfighter even came with an Astromech, which I didn't have and know before. New mold from 2013's MH line? Box, all instruction sheets and even the stickers are included. 30€ for all of those was a great deal! Could sell the N1 for 20€ and the droid for 5€ again.
Check out my custom vehicles here: http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10165.msg197226#msg197226


(https://i.imgur.com/ZRgUotJ.jpg)

Found those online, too. With the latest series of The Mandalorian I think we're all hyped for more Mando action! I know these Mandos are Pretty rare and cost about $30-40 if complete. There was another fodder of accessories including their backpacks, but I wasn't quick enough. Let me know if you need any of their parts! It's almost too expensive to use them for customs, but otherwise I will just repaint them.

The Jet Trooper will be repainted today! Check out my latest Clone custom, which I painted yesterday:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10513.msg218114#msg218114


- Philipp   
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 14, 2020, 05:11:15 AM
Nice score on those mando bodies
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 14, 2020, 08:01:41 AM
Wow, you got some nice stuff Darth More! Very  nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 15, 2020, 08:48:41 AM
Finally some 3.75" vintage stuff. Feels like forever!

(https://i.imgur.com/OZCUA5c.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/nY6ZSwi.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 15, 2020, 01:58:31 PM
That's such an awesome sight to see! Did you actually find them at retail? Or have Hasbro actually sent them out to you? I think it would be appropriate to send a case to you for free like they did a decade ago! If I lived in the U.S. I would subscribe to HasbroPulse. The cardbacks of the Mando figures look brilliant! Congrats Tamer! tunghori is WAY too expensive for everyone in the U.S. - but for me he was (almost) the only way to get them loose...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on April 15, 2020, 02:45:39 PM
I got a Disney parks C1-10P "Chopper" today. He is much better than the Missions version, but just shy of being as great as the 6" version. He comes with his spare strut, and a rocket booster. The Rocket booster is kind of useless without the flame effect or stand, which is why I say it's not as good as 6". He does have the little arms that come out of his head, however they are not removable, maybe they are but I don't want to force it. All three of his little wheels move The front arm can fold in and out, making 12 points of articulation plus the wheels.  He holds his extra strut pretty well, but not over his head. It's a cool figure. Chopper is my favorite Droid he's hilarious.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 15, 2020, 03:04:00 PM
Congrats to Chopper & thanks for the detailed review! It's good to see that Disney still gives us quality for our money.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on April 16, 2020, 04:04:57 AM
Congrats to Chopper & thanks for the detailed review! It's good to see that Disney still gives us quality for our money.
Thanks yeah they still make cool stuff but it's mostly 6". I just can't get into it. It's too late for me my son. You don't know the power of the 3.75, I must obey my master. If they ever completely phase out 3.75 I don't know what I'd do honestly.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 16, 2020, 05:23:28 AM
That's such an awesome sight to see! Did you actually find them at retail? Or have Hasbro actually sent them out to you?

This was just a pre-order I had put in a long, long time ago for Entertainment Earth. They are about the only place besides BBTS I trust to ship well. I have found a lot of etailers have gone to really cheap and think cardboard boxes or even bubble envelopes to ship vintage figures which means they come damaged! Man, I wish Hasbro would send me something new, maybe for May the 4th?

JDeck, great Chopper. He looks great. I need to find the custom one the Mad Jawa made for me. It blows away anything I have seen produced at regular retail, including the six inch version. He is definitely one of my favorite droids too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on April 16, 2020, 07:12:31 AM




JDeck, great Chopper. He looks great. I need to find the custom one the Mad Jawa made for me. It blows away anything I have seen produced at regular retail, including the six inch version. He is definitely one of my favorite droids too.

I would really like to see that! If you could find it and post it in here that would be fantastic! This chopper is a great figure, but needs some TLC. Especially some weathering, maybe a whole repaint. Might be able to put some red LEDs on the sides of his head if I want to go nuts with it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 22, 2020, 09:30:18 AM
Tamer: Hey, that's great to hear! It's always good to have a reliable etailer. I have been pre-ordering quite a bit on StarActionFigures lately - it all arrived in great condition! Was even able to pre-order the new GameStop exclusive Jedi Knight Revan there...pics will follow as soon as it arrives!


JDeck: Wow JD, you got great plans for your Chopper! LEDs would look awesome! Big respect if you give him a complete repaint - I think a weathering/wash will do since the paint apps look pretty decent already! But that's just my opinion. Whatever you're up to, it will improve the figure big time!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 22, 2020, 09:44:51 AM
Still a good deal?


Got this fodder of figures in the bay a while ago - none was complete:


(https://i.imgur.com/PXoC286.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Mg0nblQ.jpg)

In fact it was in the middle of March - shortly before my big exams. But I told the seller he didn't need to hurry shipping the lot - some accessories were already included, but I would've been glad if he found more…

Instead, he sold them seperately - one set for 12€, the other for 35€! We made a deal for 45€ shipped. I hoped he would accomodate me a better Price because they were basically the missing parts of the figures I already bought from him...what do you think? Was it still a good deal for 80€ total?

Set 2:


(https://i.imgur.com/db6RgcO.jpg)


I mean an extra Vulture Droid missle is Always welcome - got another one in a previous fodder and could complete a Vulture already! Now, I'm only missing 2 more of 18 of my three Vultures…
The rear cannon of the Republic Gunship is also a rare and sought after piece - so definitely a plus here. Could complete some figures - the Geonosian of the Republic Commando set I could complete now. Custom or resale? Hope I can complete that Jodo Kast figure down the line…the VC 212th Attack Battalion Clone Trooper would be awesome to complete, too! Let's see...

(https://i.imgur.com/srnuQbn.jpg)


And I will definitely use this cannon for a custom vehicle, too! A mold is a must here - also some other unknown guns and pieces were part of the set - or parts I didn't want to sacrifice before - like the ARC Trooper's shoulder kama.


(https://i.imgur.com/nQGN1tF.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/FW70tmk.jpg)
Here's the jump to my custom vehicles' thread: http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10165.0

Looking back at all the Clone Wars figures in this set brought me back to the great line-up of figures of 2012's series on Darth Maul cardbacks...good times…

http://www.rebelscum.com/TCWFigures.asp#darthmaul2012
 

Let me know your thoughts down below!

- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 22, 2020, 01:02:13 PM
Crazy Coincidence?
Support from Belgium


I saw forum member Miichico online and sent him a message when I saw he was a fellow from Europe. He told me about the figure lot he saw on eBay Kleinanzeigen (similar to Craigslist). Well, the seller told me that I had to be quick because there was another request. And this request came from Miichico! That's too crazy, isn't it? So both of us went for the same offer. And since I don't need all of the figures of this fodder I'm more than happy to share!
Got this lot for 50€ shipped.

(https://i.imgur.com/31ZnoEe.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/pPr9OMJ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fGbOkpo.jpg)

Never saw that TCW Ki-Adi Mundi figure - don't remember him being released at all! That TVC AT-AP turret missle was a nice Bonus, too.
For example I'm going to use this Rebel Commando and the Nikto Jedi for a custom. Can't believe how crazy the demand (read aftermarket prices) for those Clone Wars figures are by now. I mean I've even found an offer for just one of the Mando's jet backpacks for $14.99 on eBay! Had a chat about that with FialaFernbrugg tonight. I mean Season 7 is out now - of course people want to play with action figures for the series! Where are they Hasbro?! 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 23, 2020, 12:21:28 PM
Now that is a lot of stuff. There are some great ones there. Those Mandos for sure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 11, 2020, 07:46:59 AM
Finally got me Bly!

(https://i.imgur.com/bVCepov.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Michiico on May 11, 2020, 04:15:28 PM
Congratulations on the commander Bly. From the pictures I've seen of him he looks really nice.

To Darth More I say, you won the auction fair and square buddy. You earned it! Besides, if it weren't for you I wouldn't even know about Ebay-kleinanzeigen. It's another nice way to get my hands on figures cause over here in Belgium (that's where I live) there are not many other ways left to get star wars figures. They hardly even sell them in stores anymore.

Anyway, this is my haul that I got over the last couple of weeks from ebay-kleinanzeigen. Is it obvious that I like clones? ;D I'm especially glad with the AT-RT driver since he's such a nice figure and not so easy to get for a decent price. I'm also still waiting for my tvc mandalorian that I preordered, but it seems he keeps getting postponed. The coronavirus has probably something to do with it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 12, 2020, 05:04:33 AM
That is a lot of nice clones!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 12, 2020, 07:15:29 AM
Tamer: Awesome! The box is factory fresh! Bly is definitely a figure you want to add to your collection! It was amazing to look at Hasbro's first sample at Comic Con here in Dortmund.


Miichico: Hey, you're very welcome! You got some awesome figures there! Have you found them all on eBay Kleinanzeigen? These are some brilliant figures - I'm glad you got them to add to your collection! And I agree, the situation at retail is horrific! Availability has never be worse since 1999 here in Germany, BUT online availability has actually never been better. You can order pretty much everything from the UK today.
I'm still on the fence About what to do with my TCW figures. I guess I will have to put them all on display to make a choice. If you're looking for any figures/vehicles in particular, just let me know and I'll keep my eyes open. Thanks for sharing your latest scores & for your support!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on May 12, 2020, 04:50:42 PM
Tuesday Mail Call!

Got a great trade package from dropshipbob from Joe Customs!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 13, 2020, 09:39:47 AM
Nice stuff, Dan! That Cara is just a beauty! Great haul!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 13, 2020, 09:44:45 AM
Those 20th Anniversary sets of LEGO STAR WARS must've sold incredibly well! They are almost completely sold out by now and/or LEGO takes them from shelves since 2019 ended.
The only set out of their anniversary Collection that didn't sell that well because it's way overpriced is the Slave I. A MRSP of 119,99€ is steep and it went down to 77€, but I missed the sale. 79,99€ sounds like a more reasonanble Price for this set if you ask me.
So I picked up this used set for 80€ today. Found it on eBay Kleinanzeigen and it was pick-up only here in Dresden. It's like new and now I got all anniversary sets complete.
This was also a good deal because the packaging is in excellent condition. Stores usually put those wires around it to prevent theft, but those devices always damage the boxes. Also the stickers haven't been applied, yet. So I'm very happy.

If you want to know more about stickers, follow this link:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10776.msg218959#msg218959



(https://i.imgur.com/OwfPtat.jpg?1)



After I picked it up, I couldn't resist, but went hunting at Müller - and I'm glad I did!

Here's why:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=1012.msg218971#msg218971
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 13, 2020, 01:19:00 PM
Just a quick follow-up: I went grocery shopping at Kaufland (similar to Walmart) after my hunt at Müller. I didn't take my phone with me, but they had 8 sets of the LEGO Mandalorian Battle Pack for 9,99€. That's cheaper than Amazon (12,99€) and an all time low here in Germany. The label on the shelf just said "LEGO new item 2020" so I checked at the info desk - it was true.
How are prices for those sets in your country? Let me know!

(https://i.imgur.com/HrbHh8r.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 14, 2020, 04:30:58 AM
Great stuff Darth More. LEGO does such nice products.

I got a box in yesterday from EE.

(https://i.imgur.com/Ryb8CUM.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/z84NNn5.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/T1qkBpy.jpg)

They sure do ship nice!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 14, 2020, 07:23:03 AM
Wow, they sure know how to make collectors happy - sent in excellent condition! Nice haul, Tamer!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 14, 2020, 07:48:49 AM
Went to another Kaufland store today and they got those LEGO Mando packs there, too!


(https://i.imgur.com/5zctLbB.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/kYxKEFM.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 15, 2020, 06:17:31 AM
Nice Lego stuff.

I didn't get a pic yet, but I got in my 40th TESB Metal Probe Droid from shopdisney yesterday. They actually packed it well and even covered the whole thing in tissue paper. It has been the best box I have received from them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 20, 2020, 05:37:37 PM
Boo Tamer, you can’t even see any of the figures.

    I’m actually on vacation right now in Florida and on the first night, in a Ft Meyers Beach Target, I found most of that 40th wave, including the probe droid. Couldn’t find the degobah R2 and left the tie pilot. Picked up the clearance padme for the heck of it
  Man, the rebel trooper and Luke sure look good.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 20, 2020, 05:39:32 PM
More shots of the two
I wonder what’s on that paperwork under their feet in the blister?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 21, 2020, 06:50:46 AM
LOL, Clint. I plan on getting a couple extras so maybe a few will see a plastic prison release, but yeah that probe droid is nice. Man I am gonna have multiples of those Hoth troopers too. Maybe the Pilot Luke. Nice stuff.

You stay safe down there in covid land!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on May 22, 2020, 04:06:37 PM
I finally got a Willrow Hood!  He's really expensive now. Honestly I wish Hasbro would have rereleased him, he'd look tight on a vintage card. Seriously though I'd buy a bunch of these, because of the body type and the jumpsuit. The Camtono ice cream maker is an awesome accessory, especially now that we know what it is.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 23, 2020, 07:01:02 AM
Oh yeah. Nice figure. I need to go figure out where mine is. I know I have at least one, probably a few. That accessory needs to be molded and casted.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on May 24, 2020, 07:07:54 PM
Oh yeah. Nice figure. I need to go figure out where mine is. I know I have at least one, probably a few. That accessory needs to be molded and casted.

I-am-boba Fett sells a Camtono on eBay (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?ff3=4&pub=5575055288&toolid=10001&campid=5337371392&customid=&mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fitm%2FCustom-Star-Wars-CAMTONO-BESKAR-CONTAINER-for-3-75-inch-figures-mandalorian-wil%2F164167448886%3Fhash%3Ditem2639247936%3Ag%3Ap%7EIAAOSwov5ehukn). I ordered one today for a custom figure I'm working on. It's a bit pricey to be honest, but the lid is removable and comes with 5 beskar steel plates.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 25, 2020, 02:42:20 AM
Now who would want a casting of a space age ice cream maker?

  On a whim, I went back to the same target to see if they had re stocked since my last trip and they had. No more probe droids but they had the  Degobah R2 and I picked up the tie pilot and another rebel trooper. I gotta say, Shawn, these cards are quite minty.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 25, 2020, 06:09:14 AM
Those cards do like nice Clint. I am definitely gonna pick up this wave and probably a few Rebel Soldiers. Hopefully that wave was packed with more than one of those.

I need to see if I can find the ice cream machine. Update, here is the link if you want one. Looks like he is almost sold out:

http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?ff3=4&pub=5575055288&toolid=10001&campid=5337371392&customid=&mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fitm%2FCustom-Star-Wars-CAMTONO-BESKAR-CONTAINER-for-3-75-inch-figures-mandalorian-wil%2F164167448886%3Fhash%3Ditem2639247936%3Ag%3Ap%7EIAAOSwov5ehukn
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 27, 2020, 04:13:53 PM
Guess that’s one of the Tac figures I should of kept.
I always thought that mr Hood looked like he had a beer gut

I went into a local vintage variety store and Picked these two 12 inchers up for my collection in the stairwell. I’m not sure where I going to fit them in the display area though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 28, 2020, 04:24:08 AM
I like the older 12 inch stuff. I of course have my drivers out. Nice Clint.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 30, 2020, 05:37:25 AM
Wow, very cool 6” & 12” figures, indeed! Hasbro’s 12” figures were great back in the day when Barbie was still great.
I know some Sideshow/HotToys collectors who use them for customs.

I could also fill some gaps in my collection with some figures of The Legacy Collection:

- Leia (Jabba’s Slave) - 30€
- Owen Lars - 25€
- Yaddle & Even Piell - 24€
- Cloud City Wing Guard Utris M’Toc - 15€
- Padmé Amidala - 12€

They all came without the B-A-D part, so it rather was on the pricey side...

SAGA’02 Dwarf Spider Droid - 15€
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 30, 2020, 06:53:42 AM
I remember that Slave Liea. Doesn't she come with a different body part too? I remember that wave being there in droves at my local stores. There must have been 30 cases of that wave that included the MC Iggy.

Nice Spider Droid too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: ghostskull18 on May 30, 2020, 04:17:40 PM
I recently got 2 retro collection boba fetts at retail, the extra boba i would really like to see if i can trade it for a 6in snowspeeder luke if anyone is interested
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 31, 2020, 01:16:07 AM
Tamer: Those were good times...when I was in Michigan for 5 months a decade ago it felt like 30 cases of TVC figures, Clone Wars, SAGA Legends, vehicles, Battle Packs just at one single meijer store. I so wish I had taken pictures of this Incredible selection and pegs just filled with amazing stuff!
Yes, Princess Leia was part of Wave 9 back in 2009 and numbered BD19. I wonder if this is coincidence since Carrie Fisher was just 19 when she got her tole in ANH. BD19 usually goes for 35-50€ loose here in Germany now. And yes, she did come with alternate legs, which you can see standing seperately behind Yaddle.


ghostskull18: Wow, two Bobas at retail? That's a rare event. AS far as I know people go crazy for him around the globe. Nice score!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 31, 2020, 05:07:19 AM
Got one incomplete Jedi Starfighter along with 3 figures for 23€ (18+5€ shipping). I’m going to use the Interceptor for a custom and wonder if I should also use the Astromech Droids for customs. It’s so hard to get any nowadays...what do you suggest?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 31, 2020, 05:58:56 AM
Nice to see folks getting stuff. Man I remember how I had to have all those JSF when ROTS hit. And then I had to go back and get all the ones from AOTC. I am nuts with how I collect over the years. I wish I could get my act together. Oh well, at least I am still in the game. Good stuff Philipp.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 05, 2020, 01:47:11 AM
Yes, Anakin’s JSF was actually the very first item I got from the ROTS line back in 2005. It was $19.99 at Toys R Us and the fever caught me with the #41 Clone Trooper which I still consider as best Clone Trooper sculpt for 1/18 scale!
But I wondered why LEGO made Obi-Wan’s JSF so incredibly rare ‘til 2015...well, I’m glad I didn’t pay a premium ebay price for their first version.
In my opinion Hasbro nailed both versions of the Jedi Starfighter. Play-features and model aesthetics are in a perfect balance here. I got this one for a custom project. And here are some more smaller vehicles that I got for the same reason:

- TCW Class I vehicles - 10€ each
- POTJ Biker Scouts without masks - 5€ each
- TLC AOTC Obi-Wan without any accessories - free instead of 2€
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 05, 2020, 07:18:01 AM
Glad to see folks finding stuff. I need to check online about my vintage wave 2.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 06, 2020, 04:59:50 AM
Thanks Tamer! Just returned from my bike tour. Stopped at two locations to pick up some figures which I found on ebay locally.
Four figures of the golden days are among them and I think the 30 km ride paid off to start this Saturday morning:

1. Flamethrower Trooper, TBS Biggs, Boba Fett (Disney Infinity) - 6€

2. TVC Stormtrooper, TVC Grievous, TLC Count Dooku, TLC Destroyer Droid, TCW Droid Scout Tank - 30€

Man, that Dooku would be such an excellent choice for Hasbro to pick for their The Repack Collection...oh well.

Have a nice weekend everyone and happy hunting!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 06, 2020, 05:33:02 AM
Wow, now that is a type of bike ride I need. Nice!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 06, 2020, 05:42:46 AM
Let’s go! I think you can still find some treasures on local garage sales and flea markets around your town! Thanks for your comment, Tamer!
I always like to get to talk to the people selling the stuff. The guy who sold the TLC & TVC figures to me, told me that he bought them at Müller back in the day (drug store similar to Walgreens). I wish I had known that a decade ago, but I cannot complain because I was in Michigan for half a year back then. Wish I would’ve had the guts to take pictures of the FULL pegs of TVC & TCW goodness...my local meijer was just loaded with good figures not to forget the SOTDS SAGA Legenda line with all those bonus weapons...got my Bossk there and thank Vader I picked him up!

Have been playing around with my figures and if you ask me, this screams for customs here. Wanted to make a Flamethrower Clone or Imperial of this one here - because the First Order doesn’t exist to me you know   ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on June 09, 2020, 09:42:44 PM
Pretty rad. None of this exists to me, it's just a fun escape. That's the cool thing about Star Wars.

I got my Camtono from I-am-boba-fett. It's made to order, so it took some time, but it's a cool piece. It's not a copy of Willrow Hood Camtono, it's much larger. I don't know if that's good or bad, or what the scale of an ice cream maker is, but it actually might fit better in Hood's arm, I'll have to do a follow-up.  The lid comes off, and the details are really nice. Personally, I'm going to repaint the beskar gold for imperial credits, he threw in an extra pistol. I don't know if it's intentional, but I'll take it. I like it. It's cool.  I'm an accessories freak, so keep it coming Mr. Fett.

Also, not exactly Star Wars, but I got 1/12 playing cards, they work well with 1/18 also. I might trim the corners, to make them more screen accurate, but they're pretty cool as is.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 10, 2020, 07:38:23 AM
It looks pretty cool to me. Nice cards too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 18, 2020, 01:23:40 PM
Thanks for your support JD! Was good reading that! To me that’s the best part about Star Wars: your own imagination.
Some see it as strict religion or something like that.

I-am-Boba-Fett makes great stuff! The vault looks good in silver. Loooks like you can save a lot of beskar in there.
I think I recognize those cards ??

Found some more loose figures from a friend across the country. One goes to my buddy and forum member Miichico in Belgium.

The Clone Troopers were 5€ each, the rest 4€ each. Got all of them for 43€ ($47) shipped.

Finally got a Chewbacca with removable belt. Hasbro NEED to give us Leia from ANH in TVC. And that Qui-Gon headsculpt looks just stunning...wish we could get both: great sculpt AND super-articulation.
Hasbro did a good job since the dark times began. I mean: how many of you out there dreamed of a lightsaber for our action figure that actually lights up for years? How cool is that? The green looks at least a hundred times better than on the pic. Like many others before me, I put the MH Obi-Wan head onto the TLC version of him. That’s about all tooling Hasbro needed to do for a TVC update: what do you think?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 19, 2020, 07:01:24 AM
Philipp you are always finding nice things. I did get an order in yesterday:

(https://i.imgur.com/O9s8x7b.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/ZOKA8bF.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on June 20, 2020, 08:36:57 AM
Nice scores, Phillipp! I do like the sabres.
  Wow Shawn, I can’t believe you opened the case.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 21, 2020, 06:38:33 AM
  Wow Shawn, I can’t believe you opened the case.

The box was a little smashed on one corner so I wanted to make sure there was no damage, everything was fine and I taped it back up. I keep thinking I wanna redo my collection and do all vintage boxed stuff. Who knows.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 25, 2020, 09:32:18 AM
Got in some vintage goodies:

(https://i.imgur.com/k5iiAGF.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/BUk25pN.jpg)

EE does such a good job keeping vintage things nice in the boxes. Just superb shipping. If you can believe it, they gave me a five dollar refund on my last order because;

"The R2-D2 action figures in this assortment may have damaged packaging. Unfortunately, Hasbro does not have replacements available at this time. To our knowledge and based on the way this wave was manufactured, all units available in this wave in the United States are in this condition."

I can't wait to hear someone ask Hasbro about why the would ship out damaged cardbacks on vintage items; especially for these repacks!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 07, 2020, 08:03:16 AM
Pretty nice deals on EE, Tamer! Congrats to two new vehicles!

I found some different fodder and picked up some TVC ones on my way through hyperspace on Sunday:

Pic 1: 35€
Pic 2: 20€
Pic 3: 45€ shipped
Pic 4: 10€ shipped (Plo Koon was only 1€!)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 08, 2020, 05:03:06 AM
Nice, you got some great deals Philipp!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on July 14, 2020, 08:32:29 PM
I finally broke down and got the Vandor playset. *Sigh* I payed over $25 for it, less than MSRP, but more than I wanted. Basically I bought it for the gate. It will make  awesome diorama fodder. The Chewbacca can be parted out for custom fodder, and the Convex or whatever it's called, will make decent Dio fodder, maybe an elevator mechanism or something. I'd like to get another gate part, but it just seems like a waste to have to buy everything else with it. I have zero interest in the cardboard.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 15, 2020, 05:17:24 AM
That gate looks great.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 31, 2020, 02:15:26 AM
JDeck: Wow, I didn't know there was such a cool looking gate included! Never saw this playset in stores here in Germany.
This part should look awesome in your spaceport project! What a nice addition to your collection, JD!


On Wednesday I picked up this sceleton that once was an AT-TE. It comes from a rather dirty household in my town and it looks like it had some great outdoor battles, too! I think it was still worth 20€. Lights & sounds still work. I might use it for a diorama. In any case it screams for a repaint since the front has slightly changed colors. It looks actually worse in the pic than it really is. What do you think?

The sticker next to the battery case also says: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
I've never seen this sticker on any other AT-TE before. I got my very first one from the U.S. - but bought all the others here in Germany. Maybe this was a Canadian release, then? Or were all units sold in the U.S. also made for the Canadian market? Please let me know.


(https://i.imgur.com/5f8dnYO.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/xhSZZAf.jpg)

- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 31, 2020, 06:25:58 AM
Wow, an AT-TE, I haven't seen one of those in awhile. Nice find.

It would be great to see you restore her to her orignal beauty. And maybe slap a new paint job on her.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 05, 2020, 10:26:17 AM
I'll give my best and try to find original parts for them which are also affordable. Hasbro used t have replacements for the AT-TE's legs, but they're long gone. Wish I had asked for more than one set back then...


Found this set for 75€ shipped last week. Found the package on my window-sill today, which is a very unusual delivery - even in times of Pandemic.
This set attracted me mainly because of the 2 TVC Battle Droids, the TVC Weequay Skiff Master and the custom Clone Trooper. But there's even more custom to this set...the pre-owner made the Weequay a robe with old jeans cloth.

For 5€ a piece I'm quite happy with this set - considering the value of the Skiff Master, it was definitely worth it.

(https://i.imgur.com/36BBR0s.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ykJ9zLh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/aOiqDCv.jpg)
I asked the seller and he told me it was the TBS 41st Elite Corps Clone Trooper before, which he painted red first and then blue to become a 501st Legion Trooper for Anakin. Nice story of how a customizer began his hobby.
(https://i.imgur.com/rE6igyo.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/CfLu7jg.jpg)

I also discovered that the MH Super Battle Droid is in 1/24 scale. Hasbro love scaling down things since 2013. Telling from the pictures on ebay I supposed this SBD was a key chain from SIMBA like that COunt Dooku figurine, which all are in 1/24 scale.

You can see what I use these Battle Droids for here (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10155.msg220593#msg220593).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 05, 2020, 01:56:37 PM
I wasn't aware of the identity of the TCW Clone Trooper that came with this set. Just thought it has a cool design. Now after some research I found out it's Commander Blackout which was a Toys "R" Us Exclusive in 2011:

http://www.rebelscum.com/TCWexBlackout.asp


Nor did I know the CW57: Stealth Operations Clone Trooper:

http://www.rebelscum.com/TCW57-Stealth.asp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 07, 2020, 04:58:43 AM
Got those 6 for 17€ shipped - some more custom fodder.

(https://i.imgur.com/zE5Ljtg.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 07, 2020, 06:34:21 AM
Philipp once again you find some great deals. I really like that blue arc looking trooper in the upper right of your last post. If I can remember correctly I think that one came with this cool quad cannon weapon too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on August 13, 2020, 09:26:31 AM
Nice haul DM!
I went to Walmart yesterday and they actually had TVC there. All but Gonk, so I got a Stormtrooper Luke and K2-SO. I skipped the clone, because I don't collect clones, they're cool, but I can't go down that rabbit hole. I get one next thing you know I'll drain my bank account on eBay buying all the different types. Did that with ewoks several years ago. No doing it again.

I'm not super impressed with K2-SO. Probably because we should have had him several years ago. I already pre-ordered him and Gonk anyway, but it's a decent army builder type. I have at least 6 of the 5poa ones, and they do what I need them to do, but it's nice to have a couple for walking around.

Stormtrooper Luke is alright. I noticed the exposed shoulder hinge seems smaller, it lines up with the crease in the shoulder armor. The head is really cool, the hair is molded separately from the head, which gives a cool effect. The E-11 actually fits in the holster. They're decent figures you can buy multiples of, even Gonk you could get at least two.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 13, 2020, 02:23:50 PM
So there was this GameStop by my house that is closing...

$28 :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 13, 2020, 02:48:06 PM
Tamer: Thank you, Tamer. Please, let me know if you don't want me to post ALL of my recently aquired stuff on here. Just thought it'd be fun to show you what's available over there...
You're exactly right, this ARC Trooper is based on the ARC Heavy Gunner of the original Clone Wars of 2003 and was released as part of The Legacy Collection in 2008: http://rebelscum.com/TLC16CloneGunner.asp

JDeck: Thanks, it's always good to find loose stuff online, but it's also quite time-consuming. You gotta be quick before someone else gets the deal. But it's by far not that I buy every figure I see.

I'm glad you found the latest TVC wave - even at WALMART!!! That's as phenomenal as it can be! SmythsToys got them here in Germany, too - even the GONK Droid! And the UK etailers got them already.
I'm sure you'll get a couple of them as well. I bit the lemon and bought a loose one from tunghori. I love the pink background they gave the card, so I might also buy one carded...
It's interesting to hear your thoughts on K-2SO! Is the lack of detail the reason why you're underwhelmed? I agree - Hasbro is darn late on those, but they usually take up to 2 decades to update or deput a character right? *sigh* I'm absolutely thrilled to finally see K-2 and Chirrut Îmwe in the TVC line! That means Baze Malbus and Krennic must be underway, too right (read 2022 release)?
Some say 2021 will be a great year...well, this year is not over yet, but it didn't start well.
Also some good thoughts on Clones. Speaking for myself, I'm absolutely sold to Clones since my first encounter with Star Wars Action figures with the ROTS #41 Clone Trooper back in 2005. Can't help it. But I do have a collecting focus - everything I like! But I've become quite picky. And I'm thankful every time I see them, that I do not collect any Sequel related stuff and that those Funko POP! figures don't appeal to me at all.
 
The Spectre: Man, it's sad to see another GameStop go...nice score though! Congrats - that was an amazing deal - especially compared to MRSP. Haven't gotten this one yet and I don't think I will even though it's an excellent vehicle. I just have to make the cut somehwere...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on August 13, 2020, 08:18:25 PM


I'm glad you found the latest TVC wave - even at WALMART!!! That's as phenomenal as it can be! SmythsToys got them here in Germany, too - even the GONK Droid! And the UK etailers got them already.
I'm sure you'll get a couple of them as well. I bit the lemon and bought a loose one from tunghori. I love the pink background they gave the card, so I might also buy one carded...
It's interesting to hear your thoughts on K-2SO! Is the lack of detail the reason why you're underwhelmed?

K2-SO is a great figure, I would consider it definitive, but what took so long? It's the 5poa one with extra articulation. I wanted this figure for so long, then the the TLJ version of K2-SO came out, and I just became content with that. Since Rogue One we've had three movies, Rebels S3&4, Mandolorian and TCW S7. Now I have an entire new list of figures I want. Chirrut looks great, can't wait for that, he might also make decent custom fodder.
I was playing with it, once the joints loosen up, it is really great. It's a good figure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 14, 2020, 04:48:52 AM
Glad to hear that new wave is hitting. Might be time to look online. I can't even remember the last time I went in a store; probably to get gas I am thinking.

And Dan, that is one nice score. We had a Gamestop go out too and I should have went and looked!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 14, 2020, 10:58:39 AM
Glad to hear that new wave is hitting. Might be time to look online. I can't even remember the last time I went in a store; probably to get gas I am thinking.

And Dan, that is one nice score. We had a Gamestop go out too and I should have went and looked!

Thanks! I got REALLY lucky yesterday :)

I also saw the new Vintage wave at Walmart, but The Power Droid had already disappeared before I got there.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 16, 2020, 12:29:42 PM
Got a box of awesomeness from The Mad Jawa today!

Check out the great 3D printed cargo boxes and Rancor hunting trophy!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 22, 2020, 09:04:37 AM
Pretty cool stuff! Those crates look quite familiar to me...maybe LegacyArts uses the same STL files for those...still need to paint mine.
Nice haul, Dan!


As you probably know it’s quite hard to find original accessories from Hasbro. As soon as the products go on hiatus, Hasbro’s customer service no longer provides replacements for them. From then on it takes a lot of time and patience to find parts on the secondary market.
Fortunately a buddy of min sells some accessories at the moment and he had five missels for me to complete my Vulture Droids, which I all got used over the years:
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 23, 2020, 05:51:38 AM
Nice stuff guys. I am waiting to see if I can find a deal on that new six inch scale falcon. Maybe a Labor Day Sale or something!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 26, 2020, 05:06:37 PM
After work Five Below score!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 27, 2020, 03:10:18 AM
Nice Dan. Man, I haven't been to a five below in awhile!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 30, 2020, 01:17:22 PM
Today's hauls (so far- I am probably going back out after I eat lunch).

The dinos and Zilla were only $1 each :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 30, 2020, 01:31:56 PM
I was just looking for those TARGET exclusive droids online when you posted this. Nice scores again! I'm glad you got the full set of those Galaxy's Edge droids! Are they even remote controlled?

Man, do I miss the like button in our forums...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 30, 2020, 01:34:48 PM
I was just looking for those TARGET exclusive droids online when you posted this. Nice scores again! I'm glad you got the full set of those Galaxy's Edge droids! Are they even remote controlled?

Man, do I miss the like button in our forums...

These are standard 3.75" figures utilizing the BAD molds from the parks.

I did not get the full set. I left the red/white astromech as I dislike the droids where the legs are a different color than the body, besides, I am certain I have the parts to make that same droid (or at least 1 really similar) in my droids box.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 30, 2020, 02:50:28 PM
Okay, thank you! It's good to see Disney getting out more droids again - at least this series is not exclusive to their theme parks...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 06, 2020, 02:21:56 AM
Got some more custom fodder for 45€ shipped:


- TAC 30-31: Roron Corobb - Jedi Knight (Expanded Universe: CLONE WARS) (http://rebelscum.com/TAC31roron.asp)
- TAC 30-44: Tycho Celchu (A-Wing Pilot) (http://rebelscum.com/TAC44awing.asp)
- TAC 30-54: Pax Bonkik (Rodian Podracer Mechanic) (http://rebelscum.com/TAC54paxbonkik.asp)
- TAC 08-04 Kashyyyk Trooper (http://rebelscum.com/TAC0804kashyyyk.asp)
8€ each

- SAGA-015 Sora Bulq (Attack of the Clones (http://www.rebelscum.com/TSC015sorabulq.asp) - 6€

- VC58 Aayla Secura (http://www.rebelscum.com/Aayla_Secura.asp) - 5€

All came without further accessories. I'll use them for some new molds and I'll complete the Trooper and Sora Bulq with some parts from my parts bin.
Aayla Secura is going to become a custom of Darth Talon (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Darth_Talon).


(https://i.imgur.com/RYmRDSH.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 06, 2020, 06:16:37 AM
You are finding some good deals and some great stuff!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 12, 2020, 04:35:49 AM
Finally got the grey variant of VC56 Kithaba (http://rebelscum.com/VC56_KITHABA.asp) in a thrilling auction on ebay (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=1&pub=5575055288&toolid=10001&campid=5337370901&customid=&ipn=psmain&icep_vectorid=229466&kwid=902099&mtid=824&kw=lg).

I got these 3 for 47.85€ plus 4.99€ shipping. The Nikto Guard and the Weequay go for crazy money on ebay loose! These auctions end tomorrow:

VC68 Nikto (https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fitm%2FStar-Wars-TVC-Nikto-Skiff-Guard-Loose%2F313207620050%3Fhash%3Ditem48eca101d2%3Ag%3A4SIAAOSwvQdfUt0X&campid=5337377665&toolid=10001&customid=)

VC107 Weequay (https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fitm%2FStar-Wars-TVC-Weequay-Hunter-Loose%2F313207619726%3Fhash%3Ditem48eca1008e%3Ag%3Az-0AAOSwV6VfUt0P&campid=5337373868&toolid=10001&customid=)


(https://i.imgur.com/KXymIGY.jpg)

Tamer, if these links above are not the affiliate ones, I apologize. Feel free to change them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 12, 2020, 06:40:07 AM
Nice, I just got premier access to Hasbro Pulse. We will see if it lets me get my orders in on the 23rd.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 19, 2020, 05:56:59 AM
Tamer: It's kinda sad that Hasbro don't treat their customers equally / give them the option to pay for better service and early access.
The idea of Hasbro Pulse is excellent imo, to guarantee access to all their products. Still bugs me that it's not available internationally, though. Hasbro are represented all over the world, they could just ship part of the stock to each international base. It should be possible logistically.

But artificial limitation and bad distribution, no access unless you are a paying "premium" member is the the theme of the decade I guess.

I keep my fingers crossed that you get all you want!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 19, 2020, 06:04:23 AM
Got these 4 action figures for 5€ and 5 more Euros shipped on ebay:

(https://i.imgur.com/P5ELVVS.jpg)

I'm going to use the Night Sister and her lightsaber for a custom of Darth Traya in order to complete the Sith Triumvirate. Yesterday I finished my custom of Darth Sion (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10186.msg221266#msg221266).

I didn't know The Lizard of Spider Man and missed the toy line to recent movies completely. But the detail on this 1/18 scale version of him is amazing! I'm sure, I'll find some ways to utilize parts of him.

If you want to see brilliant kit-bashes of various toy lines, make sure to check out the custom figures of forum members Moronarama (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10519.msg208155#msg208155) and Starchaser (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=9294.msg175125#msg175125)!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 19, 2020, 07:08:11 AM
love the cyborg Maul. That is one nice figure as is Savage Opress. I am surprised I can remember the names of some of these characters. I ain't loosing it yet!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 20, 2020, 06:46:56 AM
I got this in from Hasbro yesterday. Man is it sweet!

(https://i.imgur.com/iPwFSxr.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 28, 2020, 04:03:27 AM
That was a really nice gift by Hasbro, Tamer! I so wish they would all come in this extra shipping box at a $250 price point...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 28, 2020, 04:13:22 AM
Found both of the TSC Astromech 5-Packs (http://rebelscum.com/TSCastroS1.asp), which were Entertainment Earth exclusives back in 2006, on ebay:

I paid 120€ plus 4.99€ shipping for all 10 of them - so $14 a droid isn't too bad compared to the other offers in the bay for $270-300.

My local comic store had them for 59.95€ back in the day. The MRSP of $39.99 online was a really great deal to today's prices. And I wouldn't be surprised if EE reduced those sets as well.

(https://i.imgur.com/dKOwzbh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/tn2nTBh.jpg)


I also received my Amazon order from June 13. They delivered the book on September 2, 2020. It looks like it was imported from the USA because all were sold out on Amazon Germany. It wasn't even granted that I'd get it. So I'm really happy to have gotten it for 29€ (~$32.48). It's worth every penny with 256 pages:

(https://i.imgur.com/Vj4LKcB.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 29, 2020, 02:24:53 AM
I think I have that book.

Man, nice set of droids.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 02, 2020, 07:51:53 AM
The lot of loose lightsabers arrived here last weekend. Click here (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10179.msg221722#msg221722) for the full update.

(https://i.imgur.com/I08J6Fm.jpg)



I also received a lot of 10 Clone and Stormtroopers which were recommended to us by Sjefke (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10837.msg221442#msg221442) a couple weeks ago:

(https://i.imgur.com/hMA7vtA.jpg)




I was also lucky enough to find two more pilots of the rare & exclusive SOTDS Multipack (http://www.rebelscum.com/tvcEXBattleOverEndor2.asp) to complete this 4-pack. Although the blasters are not the correct ones, I'm now one step closer to completing this set.
I got Palso Thern (Blue Seven, B-Wing, left) and Grizz Frix (Red Five, X-Wing, right) for 12€ each plus 2€ shipping. I got this pack before in another lot, but incomplete. I paid 2.52€ for each figure of the pack.


(https://i.imgur.com/oYdngPg.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/pKr7HnO.jpg)



And I won four different auctions of the same seller on ebay. He got quite a lot up for auction and I never expected to be able to win one of them. From watching his auctions and who bids when, I came to the suspicion that some of his buddies (if not he himself) bid on the auctions to push the price. The Jabba's Palace Playset came with an extra pair of walls. I'm 99.9% sure that the seller gets most of the figures from tunghori. By coincidence I only got Chewbacca of The Retro Collection from tunghori for $7.99 a few weeks ago. So I'm happy to now have Wave 1 of TRC loose and complete. 
But what in two suns do I do with so many Jawas now? Utiiinniiiii


(https://i.imgur.com/0uIn3pt.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/QMumcEC.jpg)



- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on October 02, 2020, 10:49:31 AM
Awesome haul DM. I've been trying to find a decent priced Wooof for a long time. I predict a buyer's market on eBay.   I imagine people are going to sell more and buy less, not only because of the virus but also because of the Razor Crest. I personally am laying off eBay for a couple of months, to make up the cost of the RC. So you should be able to find some good deals.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 02, 2020, 12:24:10 PM
JDeck: Thanks so much for your comment! Yes, this is a crazy haul. I'm glad to have won four auctions from this seller so that the 7€ shipping paid off as well. Now, I finally got a second TVC Desert Skiff loose & complete.
If I break it down, I paid 8.89€ for TVC Wooof. I'm going to keep 13 figures and sell the other 20 of this lot again. We can trade the Wooof if you want?
Here's my break-down before reducing costs by selling the doubles again:

- TVC Luke Skywalker's X-Wing: 44€/~$49 (MRSP here is/was 139.99€/~$156)
- TVC Desert Skiff: 40€/~$44 (MRSP here is/was 69.99€/~$79)
- TVC Jabba's Palace Playset with extra walls: 9€/~$10 (came without Han in Carbonite, but still a great deal considering that this wall usually goes for about 35€ loose on ebay)
- 33 TVC figures: 8-10€ each (~$10)
- 8 RETRO Collection figures for 7.71€ each (~$8.62 ea.)

You might likely be correct with your prediction. I probably shouldn't have spent 408€/~$457 on all this stuff. That's why I need to re-sell some figures again. Heck this could've been the Razor Crest already! I'm really glad you decided to support it! I still need to back it. Want to make sure Zavvi will ship it from Germany. Don't want to spend an extra 19% at the customs office after the BREXIT at the end of 2020. If they ship from the UK I might just order the RC and have it shipped within the U.S. to pick it up next year. That wouldn't have been possible with The Khetanna though.
You're probably better off by laying off ebay for a while. I'll do the same and not buy anything in the near future. Need to save some money for the Crest now. Thanks again for coming by, JD, and have a great weekend! 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 03, 2020, 07:24:13 AM
Philipp got the goods! Wow, nice stuff.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 07, 2020, 03:49:03 AM
Thanks Tamer! It's fun - and I already sold some extra figures of this lot again.

(https://i.imgur.com/A3WavUK.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 10, 2020, 02:18:31 AM
The droids have arrived!

Found a set of these Astromech Droids loose on ebay for 60€ shipped. In comparison I got the boxed set on Amazon.com for $29.84 back in 2018, which I'm going to sell again.

(https://i.imgur.com/oVlLGKj.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/8azTN9J.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/T6vbaTU.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/kukGVKW.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 10, 2020, 02:25:36 AM
I received my first order from Zavvi and I don't know if I really want to back the Razor Crest through them. This is what you get after choosing the cheapest shipping method. For 1.49€ they sent my order in two different plastic (trash) bags from the UK. I'm glad I'm going to open one of them:

(https://i.imgur.com/vVTRGpl.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/x7lSSWa.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/8QImOMG.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/8Q2KpkW.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/EDBYgLU.jpg)
so far so good
(https://i.imgur.com/dGVRUFp.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/NB7SmPK.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/spvmqQg.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/L7hM6Ib.jpg)

A friend of mine told me that Zavvi only offered the cheapest shipping method for the Razor Crest. I just checked it and they also offer another shipping method for 5.99€ and tracking number. I'll contact their customer service for further information and where they'll ship the Crest from...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 11, 2020, 08:01:27 AM
Looks like Zavvi ships like amazon does to my house. Sorry you had to deal with that. Hope the one was good.

Lots of droid goodness too. That was a good pack. I know I got one when they hit clearance.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 15, 2020, 02:53:52 AM
I got in some of my PulseCon Stuff:

(https://i.imgur.com/dSfyWjL.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Phkme09.jpg)

I think the rest is coming today. I got a bit worried when I got an email from Fed Ex the other day saying they didn't deliver because of "security concerns". When I called to ask what that was they couldn't even tell me what that would be. I just had to chuckle. Glad the box showed up ok yesterday.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 15, 2020, 05:16:32 AM
Looks like Zavvi ships like amazon does to my house. Sorry you had to deal with that. Hope the one was good.

Lots of droid goodness too. That was a good pack. I know I got one when they hit clearance.

Yup, they do. Maybe slightly better, but still not good. They offered me a 20% refund, which is 2.99€...and they told me the Razor Crest will ship from the United Kingdom next year - as expected. So I don't know if I should order it via Zavvi...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 15, 2020, 05:19:54 AM
I got in some of my PulseCon Stuff:

I got a bit worried when I got an email from Fed Ex the other day saying they didn't deliver because of "security concerns". When I called to ask what that was they couldn't even tell me what that would be. I just had to chuckle. Glad the box showed up ok yesterday.

Well, nowadays you must have security concerns if you don't deliver collectibles in pristine condition to MISB collectors. Talking about excellent condition, you got your stuff, Tamer! Awesome news here! Thanks for the good news!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 15, 2020, 05:28:12 AM
Some stuff from China was delivered a few minutes ago. I hadn't purchased anything from this seller before, but I'm convinced and happy to have done so (even though the 501st Troopers came without the shoulder pauldron...):

(https://i.imgur.com/KaAfCCX.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/2AedYkB.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/CLnwPb5.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/tSPAqWy.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/YPifw2I.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fQCTR7O.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/qAYWUww.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/OfeuVah.jpg)

I'm so excited and happy with the quality of the Clone Troopers and lightsabers that I took the pictures even before washing the figures! Still had my gloves on though.

You can see the lightsabers in more details here (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10179.msg221349#msg221349).

Big shoutout to RC-1136 (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10603.0) for the great hint at these army builder sets! The buckets look much better than expected!

Click here (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10837.msg222154#msg222154) for my full review on these Clone Troopers.




Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 15, 2020, 04:32:23 PM
I don't have it in my hands yet, but  friend in upstate NY picked up the new Vintage Collection Hondo for me after work :)

That was one of only two figures from this year that I wanted (the other is the Power Droid, which I still haven't seen in person yet).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 16, 2020, 02:59:25 AM
Wow, Phillip you got a lot of nice stuff. I got the other part of my puslecon order:

(https://i.imgur.com/ncBhVKg.jpg)

packed well.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 21, 2020, 02:48:30 AM
And the Exclusive Armourer. She looks great.
(https://i.imgur.com/C3Efeeu.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/JIiVfKz.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/71ZrVdk.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/H9fqsf1.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/WqIQX3n.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 22, 2020, 08:52:49 AM
I also got in two more Gonks from Amazon. Still arrived all bent up as far as the cards, but think I can bend em back. So, my Gonks are done. I do like the vintage styling of these.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 22, 2020, 10:31:14 AM
Good news on this Thursday night, Tamer! It's good to know that Hasbropulse is able to ship their stuff in excellent condition! The Endor Set and the Armorer are amazing sets and I'm really glad you got them. Also no bent cardpacks for the GONKs - if they're "only" slightly curved, I'm positive that you can straighten them. Congrats to so much good stuff! It's a pity that Hasbro just won't meet demand when it comes to Convention Exclusives...I think I won't be able to find both sets for the MRSP.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 22, 2020, 01:00:44 PM
I forgot to send pics so here they are recuperating
(https://i.imgur.com/UsEad3x.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/NBnTRcB.jpg)
And yes the exclusives seem to be so hard to get. I wish I could just ignore them sometimes, but they always make the exclusives cooler with more stuff, etc. to make folks go nuts for em.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 23, 2020, 03:18:03 AM
No worries. Well, your Power Droids look good as far as I can see. So does your Battlefront book! Is that another concept art book?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 23, 2020, 03:58:51 AM
No worries. Well, your Power Droids look good as far as I can see. So does your Battlefront book! Is that another concept art book?

Not sure. I will have to go look. That is my overflow area for my books. I have a big bookcase downstairs, but I have it filled up. I really need to go through some of my stuff.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 24, 2020, 01:23:48 AM
Just saw it's the Battlefront novel which RC-1136 (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10850.msg222095#msg222095) just shared on here yesterday as well!
While looking for an artbook of Battlefront on Amazon I found out that this novel among other Star Wars books are available as audiobook for FREE with an audible trial:

https://www.amazon.com/Battlefront-Twilight-Company-audiobook/dp/B011PVVQUK/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=star+wars+battlefront+book&qid=1603527813&sr=8-1 (https://amzn.to/31DU9Y1)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 24, 2020, 07:48:46 AM
Darth More thanks for that news. I will go share it.

That is a good book.

Kinda crazy it is the same one I have that I use to stack for my warped cards.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 28, 2020, 08:07:35 AM
Thanks Tamer! I decided to buy a few more 6 inch figures. I'm glad they become available loose in higher quantities on the secondary market. As a loose collector, this is the time I was looking forward to:

- Mando, off-world Jawa, carbon Boba, carbon Stormtrooper: 52,87€ (~$60)
- Purge Trooper, Sith Sister, Kal Cestis: 80€ (~$90) shipped (the seller included some custom fodder for 3.75" Ewoks as well)


(https://i.imgur.com/M7dtm8l.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/g5JBPPX.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/3MbqX6S.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 29, 2020, 02:45:50 AM
I might have to find that silver Stormy. I like the looks of him. Nice additions.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 29, 2020, 03:00:41 AM
I hope you can find it cheap! I so wish Hasbro had waited for all these variants of the Stormtrooper and used the new mold for all the repaints...oh well. I'm going to sell the Carbonized Stormtrooper again for 25-29€. Unfortunately the box has quite a few scratches and a dent.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 29, 2020, 12:31:41 PM
Darth More thanks for that news. I will go share it.

That is a good book.

Kinda crazy it is the same one I have that I use to stack for my warped cards.

I just signed up for the free audible trial. Now, I can stream the audiobook. The quality of Battlefront: Twilight Company sounds great so far! Now, I'm going to listen to it for almost 14 hours while waiting for Season 2 of The Mandalorian to air!  0/
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 31, 2020, 03:49:16 PM
Saturday Mail Call!

The elusive Power Droid is finally mine thanks to a friend on Facebook!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 31, 2020, 05:17:32 PM
Nice Dan, I know you have been looking for one of those.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 10, 2020, 03:22:47 AM
This wasn't a purchase as Hasbro send me this gift box to commemorate Mando Mondays and it came yesterday on my birthday!

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 18, 2020, 04:00:27 AM
Not a purchase, but yet another new box arrived from Hasbro:

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 30, 2020, 06:53:08 PM
Got the Mando from Best Buy and the trio from target. I believe that case also held Cad Bane and the Incinerator trooper but they were not to be found
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 01, 2020, 04:06:39 AM
That Heavy Mando looks great on a vintage cardback. I am wondering if I need to wait to get all my six inch figures on vintage cardbacks now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 03, 2020, 08:42:13 PM
I think that was a special release card exclusive to Best Buy. We are more than likely to see him in a little box like this.
Got two more today at a Walmart. Missed the incinerator trooper again.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 04, 2020, 03:29:29 AM
I bet they do all the mando figures on vintage cardbacks now that they have started. Of course they will tease us a bit so we have to buy at least one on each box and card style.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 13, 2020, 02:56:11 PM
Hopefully you won’t have to get all of the carded credit line exclusives, like my heavy Mando but spread out to target,Best Buy, Walmart, etc

Found my incinerator trooper today, at an FYE
 
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 14, 2020, 05:31:05 AM
Nice Incinerator Trooper. I think mine shipped from EE.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 20, 2020, 11:51:46 AM
Got an odd Sunday usps delivery today of this Walmart Mando loyalist figure. I wish I would have been there when this wave briefly hit Walmart
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 29, 2020, 04:28:01 AM
Another Mando from that elusive Walmart wave. A victim of slow holiday mail, this one sat in a usps distribution center in my state for over a week.

Amazon Chewie and c3p0 were a gift from my brother
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 29, 2020, 05:51:15 AM
I am glad you got them. I am still looking for some of my orders.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 16, 2021, 07:59:34 AM
I have something to add here finally. Well last week I got a box in with the new Walmart Vintage Mandalorian and Grogu. They were warped in the box, but nothing a little time between two heavy books can't cure.

Then yesterday I got in two TVC Incinerator Troopers, in regular mailing envelopes if you can believe it! Of course the cards were bent and creased to Hades and back again. I will once again bring this up with Hasbro when I talk to the team again. They have got to make sure their retailers know to ship well with vintage carded items. I mean you pay too much for em to get damaged like that.

I am thinking of offering up a trade for one good carded one for the two semi damaged carded ones I have. I mean the figures are good, but I wasn't planning on opening them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 20, 2021, 12:50:03 PM
Today's Target score!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 21, 2021, 03:56:25 AM
Very nice Dan!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 25, 2021, 04:44:30 AM
 Nice score Dan.
Here is my big Walmart haul from Saturday.
Only a couple more Mandalorian series figures will complete my set.

Who would have thought that I would ha e went out of the way to buy a Jar Jar figure?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 26, 2021, 05:59:37 AM
Wow Clint. you scored big! I am so gonna get that Jar Jar if I see him.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 30, 2021, 08:02:07 AM
Entertainment Earth just ships vintage perfect. Look at this card and bubble I got yesterday:

(https://i.imgur.com/VnTyqTj.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mos-Eisley-Customz on January 30, 2021, 08:48:31 AM
Nice find Tamer, don't think that's landed over here yet, looks like you got a good one 8)  ..picked up these 2 yesterday from Kapow Toys, also got really nice cards and bubbles :)

(https://i.imgur.com/8IjH4qe.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 31, 2021, 06:40:29 AM
Cool deal MEC! First I have heard of folks getting those.

I did get this in the mail from Big Bad Toy Store. Those folks know how to ship vintage cards too:

(https://i.imgur.com/xQxwcPv.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mos-Eisley-Customz on January 31, 2021, 10:23:28 AM
Nice 8) ..got the Din Djarin & Child last week but need to pick this version of Mando up asap before it sells out
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 02, 2021, 06:05:54 AM
Sweet looking card, Shawn!
Got this hard to find exclusive in the mail yesterday.
I had opened it before the shot, that’s why the beskar pieces are not there.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 03, 2021, 06:01:54 AM
Nice Clint. I need to get my hands on one of those too. I need to remember which store it was exclusive too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 03, 2021, 07:42:33 AM
That was a Target item, buddy. It had one of those now you see it now you don’t lives on their shelf
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on February 03, 2021, 04:06:27 PM
I got the Droid Depot 5 pack. It is pretty cool. It comes with R1-J1, B-R72, L4-R6, C2-B9 and EG-01. I basically got this for the new droids. The R1, Heavy Loader and Gonk droids are all new. The r1 comes apart in 3 pieces, Heavy loader 5 and GONK 2.
I think I'll repaint the heavy loader, not a fan of the McDonald's color scheme. The gonk, he's actually a new figure, slightly bigger than the TVC one, different articulation points in the legs. I like his paint apps and details, I might not repaint him. As for the astro droids, they're alright. I noticed the right and left struts are the same, I guess they're cutting manufacturing costs. Cool set altogether.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on February 03, 2021, 04:09:44 PM
Also got the Droid Depot 4LOM. I knew when this came out it had to be mine. It's such an improvement over the TVC one. It makes tvc look like POTF2.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 03, 2021, 06:39:31 PM
I’m liking that 5 pack
That heavy loader needs a paint job.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 04, 2021, 05:04:32 AM
Those droids look great as does that 4LOM. Might have to see about getting one of those.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on February 04, 2021, 08:39:45 AM
I’m liking that 5 pack
That heavy loader needs a paint job.

Sure does. I think I'll paint it with a yellow and black scheme, like a bulldozer.

Those droids look great as does that 4LOM. Might have to see about getting one of those.

The 4-lom is good, a little tall, and the same articulation as the droid factory protocol droid, but overall it's a vast improvement. Be prepared to pay $34 for him. Msrp is $12.99. Honestly I'd rather pay someone extra than go to Disney everytime something comes out.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Mos-Eisley-Customz on February 04, 2021, 08:43:10 AM
Nice pick ups JDeck 8) i've never seen that droid pack before or that 4Lom
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on February 05, 2021, 05:49:27 AM
Nice pick ups JDeck 8) i've never seen that droid pack before or that 4Lom

They're pretty new, they must have released within the last month or so. That loader droid was in TFA. It has a slightly curved body, even the legs are almost like bellbottoms or those JNCO jeans from the 90s lol. It doesn't have that analog look the ot droids had.   So the more I look at it, the less I like it. I was hoping to add greebles to him, but he's made of some ceramic armor. https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Heavy_loader_droid
I'll figure something out, even if it's just a repaint
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 06, 2021, 12:36:19 PM
GameStop electrostaff purge trooper
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 10, 2021, 02:45:57 PM
Found this hot Fives figure stashed on top of the shelf at a Walmart store.
The condition of this card would please even the Tamer.

I would take another one or five of these if you ever see one yourself, Shawn. Card condition doesn’t concern me. Almost gets me excited to toy hunt again. The good stuff sure doesn’t stay on the shelves very long.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 11, 2021, 06:08:52 AM
Wow Clint looks great. I need to get me one of these. I will grab a few more if I see em or order a few.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 11, 2021, 03:20:58 PM
Cody and Grogu
Target score
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 12, 2021, 03:38:12 AM
Nice Clint. I need to get me one of those six inch Grogus. I keep forgetting. I did order some Fives yesterday though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on February 13, 2021, 12:40:03 PM
I finally got the last SOLO 5POA figures. I bought a lot on the eebs also not pictured a royal guard. I can use all of them. Except the 3po/r2d2 set. I have an army of the forcelink r2s. It's a good figure but I think I'm good now. Anyone wants it for a small trade, let me know before I use it for parts. The flame effects on the r2 is pretty cool.  Makes for good jetpack flame effects.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 19, 2021, 01:56:18 PM
Nice, I found a Cara Dune item in the wild today
  Found this figpin at an FYE store
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 20, 2021, 06:53:34 AM
Lucky find Clint. Bet that stuff is sold out everywhere.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on February 20, 2021, 12:17:22 PM
Like the cara dune figures, this piece increases in value almost daily
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 27, 2021, 11:01:03 AM
Finally got my 6" Grevious:

(https://i.imgur.com/CEM1GLf.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 01, 2021, 10:08:05 AM
Nice Shawn, that one is a must for Black Series collectors
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 02, 2021, 03:31:20 AM
Yeah, I missed it the first go round somehow.

Glad I was able to get it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 19, 2021, 04:32:11 PM
Very nice finds everyone! Today I went out hunting again. I was going to pick-up a couple boxes anyway. Check out my latest store report to see what else I found today here (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=1012.msg224192#msg224192).

I paid 10€ for those two boxes. Some good memories come back and a good hand full of nostalgia when I see the TAC packaging...


(https://i.imgur.com/Pl7fGfH.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 19, 2021, 05:06:16 PM
Scored these at Target today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 20, 2021, 06:43:28 AM
Nice finds on the TAC Packaging. That was a great line.

Dan you made out too.

I did preorder a Jaxxon just because. Hope they make that one in 3.75"!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 20, 2021, 09:03:34 AM
Hey that's awesome, Shawn! I'm sure how long Adam Pawlus has been waiting for Jaxxon to become an action figure. Need to write him to congratulate him. I've been reading his column since 2008 and he had been asking Hasbro to make Jaxxon even before. Feels like an eternity.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 20, 2021, 09:20:17 AM
If you're looking for a 1/12 scale Yoda figure that's based on the Prequels, I can recommend this figurine to you. Strongly reminds me of Gentle Giants statues, but it comes separately straight from AliExpress! If you click on the names below, the link will direct you to AliExpress.

Yoda: (https://de.aliexpress.com/item/32884756894.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.32db4c4dWQt37j)
- Height: 2.637 inches // 6,7 cm
- Scale: 1/10 scale
- Accessories (2): 1x Lightsaber (dark green), 1x support pillar/stand
Yoda can stand on his own with no problem.
- 0 points of articulation (figurine)
- unlicensed
- Price: $4.40 + $2.67 USD shipping

Clone Trooper Captain: (https://de.aliexpress.com/item/4001271825878.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.41445faeIS1Mlj&algo_pvid=0a24c6ec-17cf-475d-b035-ac6113482860&algo_expid=0a24c6ec-17cf-475d-b035-ac6113482860-0&btsid=2100bdd016162573315135241ef076&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_,searchweb201603_)
- Height: 6.1 inches // 15,5 cm
- Scale: 1/12 scale
- Accessories (2): 1x DC-17 Carbine, 1x DC-15 Blaster Rifle
- BOOTLEG
- Price: $10-13 (depends on selected seller)

Besides the "STAR WALS" emblem on the box these figures are astonishingly good bootlegs. I'm going to make a custom ARC Trooper with one of my Captains. Centurions Corner (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWs4F_l3Xv7LxtjAB3lB58A) has inspired me a lot with his Clone Trooper customs.


(https://i.imgur.com/q7PUTnO.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/3sAGGz6.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/TGlnUH5.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Z1c6pey.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/uN34SaB.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/MO4RHIY.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/7WgdYqJ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/oqNfHqa.jpg)



I'm going to replace the rather dark blade with a light green rod. I'm also going to dry-brush Yoda's unpinted hair for better detail. But for under $7 shipped I think this is a brilliant figure! I paid $13.27 for 2 figurines delivered within 4 weeks.


- Philipp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 20, 2021, 03:21:43 PM
Picked up a 4th Blurrg today at Target.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 21, 2021, 12:35:31 AM
Hey that's great, Dan! Haven't seen this brand new Blurgg on my latest toy hunts (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=1012.msg224192#msg224192) out in the wild of Germany, yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 21, 2021, 05:59:17 AM
Nice Dan, you are getting quite the collection of these. How do you think they would work for a 3.75" figure?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 21, 2021, 11:07:39 AM
Nice Dan, you are getting quite the collection of these. How do you think they would work for a 3.75" figure?

Way too tiny, unfortunately. The 5 I have will be used as pack animals like donkeys. I will add G.I.Joe and other line backpacks to them and have someone leading them with leashes.

2 will be pulling an hovercraft.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 22, 2021, 02:29:09 AM
yeah, way too small. Thanks for the image.

You know it is only a matter of time till they make these for both the six and three and three quarter lines.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 22, 2021, 06:16:56 AM
yeah, way too small. Thanks for the image.

You know it is only a matter of time till they make these for both the six and three and three quarter lines.

I am sure there will be a 6" one, but they are not showing much love to the 3.75" fans as of late :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 25, 2021, 02:38:49 AM
Strong Negotiations for a Bag full of figures from "The Golden Era" of Star Wars Figure Collecting

Back in January I had some strong negotiantions with a seller from the North of Germany. I sent her a request for only two figures of this lot, but she would only sell them all together.
I really wanted to finally have this Rodian Jedi from TLC's Geonosis Arena Showdown 2-Pack, but I ended up buying the whole lot because there were so many requests by other collectors.
So I asked her how much she wanted for the lot and she said 180€ (~$200) and I was very fine with that. Apparently she hadn't thought of a price to claim before, so a few hours later she wanted 300€ (~$350) for the 41 figures...long story short I ended up paying 260€ plus an extra 15€ after the package arrived.
I still think this was a good deal for 275€ considering how rare the Series 2 of the Arena Showdown 2-Packs were here in Germany. I only realized that I got the entire Series 2 after the package arrived and I'm quite happy about it even though some figures are incomplete and missing parts.
What do you think about this lot? Was it worth the 6,70€ ($7.60) I paid for each figure?
Please, let me know in the comments below.



(https://i.imgur.com/311pbCf.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/XJlIksM.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/7aDypE6.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/F1XicYp.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/KN6y2O5.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/2mEpcze.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/aXmod2y.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 25, 2021, 03:06:10 AM
I think you did fine. Not one of these figures is bad. Looks like each one is in good shape and they have all their soft goods and weapons and accessories.

I remember some of these waves sold out fast; like that Scuba Trooper. That was when the first version anime of Clone Wars was out and Hasbro decided to make "realistic" figures out of some of them. I loved the idea and think I still have some of these carded.

Anyhow good purchase. Bummer she changed the price on you when it was first negotiated though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 27, 2021, 02:12:55 PM
Nice haul, DM!

I picked up this 3.75 black series wolffe figure off of eBay.
It was one of the ones I had missed
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 28, 2021, 12:45:20 AM
Thank you Clint, I'm really happy I got this lot. I was lucky as well because there were several other people interested. Really cool Wolffe figure there - that should make for a nice new mold to add to your resin cast assortment, too!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 12, 2021, 01:48:49 PM
I got super lucky with this offer on ebay Kleinanzeigen (like Craigslist). But the seller gave me a hard time thinking I had been ripped off for the second time since I started collecting. So after 13 days of silence and a few lazy excuses, the seller finally sent this package for which I paid 85€ (~$95):

(https://i.imgur.com/tzvBoLM.jpg)
Set of Rebel Pilots, Astromech Droids and Rebel Transport Speeder

The seller only sold this as set and I'm especially happy about the Ground Transport vehicle, Jek Porkins, Dutch Vander and the B-A-D Astromechs. I already got Dorovio Bold and Mr Skywalker, going to sell them and two of the droids, again. This was a night owl lucky strike.

The Speeder arrived a little dusty and could be cleaned easily. I had always wondered how it looked on the bottom side:

(https://i.imgur.com/f7KMzju.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 13, 2021, 02:26:19 AM
I hate it when you have to finegle for something you bought. Goes with the territory I guess.

I got in two boxes. I haven't opened em yet, maybe I can find time tonight.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 13, 2021, 03:05:49 AM
Same here, I got really nervous and didn't expect this set to arrive at all anymore. All I know is that people I sold stuff to would've reported me to the Police after almost 2 weeks of hesitation.

I was lucky on the Rebel Transport Speeder and found it on a fleamarket for 20 bucks! A friend of mine sold it there and although the box is heavily damaged, this was still an absolute bagain considering that this vehicle alone goes for about $80 or more loose on eBay.
My plan was to open it when I pass my exam. Unfortunately I did not, so it stays sealed. I'm really glad to have found this one though. The Rebel Ground Crew figure sells for over $40 as well and I so hope that Hasbro will repack both the vehicle and figure in The Vintage Collection...

This is one of many products that Hasbro need to bring back in the Vintage Collection (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10358.msg204231#msg204231).


(https://i.imgur.com/9PlihBF.jpg)

Source: rebelscum.com

(https://i.imgur.com/GoaDecF.jpg)

Source: Entertainment Earth


I also found this custom one with lights here:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Toys-R-US-Exclusive-Hasbro-Star-Wars-Rebel-Transport-Speeder-w-CUSTOM-LIGHTS/154032626217?hash=item23dd0f5a29:g:Q6UAAOSw7qtfKHEM

If there was a 1/18 scale model kit of this Transport vehicle, I'd totally do the same. Maybe I'll find a way to scan and 3D print the one I have. Then I'd modify and paint it myself. I'll ask my buddy RuhrTrooperCosplay (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10816.msg220367#msg220367) for support.

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 14, 2021, 01:20:06 PM
I figured the ROTS Droid Tri Fighter has gained quite some value in the last couple years. I got a one sealed in Japanese box for 20€ on a convention 7 years ago. And I had trouble to sell it for 45€ a couple years ago after I had found another one loose.

This is what it currently goes for here in Germany:

(https://i.imgur.com/VQ9gOAR.jpg)


The Clone Wars version is even rarer here, hardly found, but for some reason it usually goes for less than the first release of the ROTS line. I found this one here for 26€ (20+6€) shipped and the seller had tried to sell it for a while:

(https://i.imgur.com/TlO874B.jpg)

This is my second one of them and I'm going to modify one of them like RC-1136 (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10695.0) did. His custom vehicles are such amazing masterpieces!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 15, 2021, 02:30:08 AM
Nice, ROTS had some nice ship and vehicle offerings.

I still need to open my two boxes. Can't seem to find the time this week!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 23, 2021, 07:31:28 AM
Indeed, I miss those days - it was the time of collecting bonanza! Spector Creative uploaded a new video today including his thoughts about the Vintage Collection and why it derailed (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7SWc5AuUGI).

Fortunately, we still have playsets to enjoy today and I was able to win an auction including two Bespin Freezing Chamber Playsets without the Stormtroopers: Got both for 68,25€ shipped.
They're currently 52,91€ each on Amazon.de instead of 63,99€ and I might bite since the Stormtrooper alone goes for 25-30€ here already!

(https://i.imgur.com/ofUqzAs.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/odDiAHY.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/sD8IUhd.jpg)

Can't wait to put some lights underneath, get some tubes and a claw arm above and combine these sets with the elements
that JDeck found the other day (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10416.msg220416#msg220416)!


It's also interesting to note for how low some of the Tantive IV corridor sets go here without the Fleet Trooper...what about you guys? Are you waiting for them to go on clearance?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 24, 2021, 06:43:33 AM
Wow Philipp you scored big. Great playsets!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 26, 2021, 04:33:33 PM
That was a nice haul again

Picked up the three retro figures at a Walmart and the vc cara dune was preordered from a GameStop
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 27, 2021, 12:00:06 AM
This is awesome, Clint! So glad you still received the VC Cara Dune! Haven't taken a closer look at the Retro Grogu yet...they all look amazing! I'll share how I remove those stickers here (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10776.0) soon!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 27, 2021, 02:53:09 AM
Nice haul Clint. Haven't seen anything in the wild in forever. Not that I am going into stores quite yet.

The only thing that bugs me about the retro stuff is the fake distressed look to the cards. I wish they hadn't done that, but guess they wanted to set the retro line off a bit different from the vintage line. Great haul on that Cara. Hard to tell what that figure is gonna be worth down the road.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 29, 2021, 12:35:51 AM
Won two auctions on ebay last week and what can I say? The Black Series figures become better with every new release. I really enjoy these figures, but 3.75" will always stay my favorite scale!

(https://i.imgur.com/4u9E1eP.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/u3xljl0.jpg)
Got the first row of ESB characters for 79€ and the second row of Mando figures for 57€ including shipping. The Mando ones even came with their boxes and The Child is still sealed. Had a MRSP of 9.99€ here and now goes for 15-24€ in the bay...

(https://i.imgur.com/9ZZKACv.jpg)
I think Hasbro do (almost) everything right on The Black Series 6 inch line. They make characters in high demand available in short periods of time like the Hoth Rebel Soldier. That can be annoying if you're a completist, but if you just buy what you like, this makes life easier.
I'm sure the resentment of TVC collectors and their frustration against Hasbro wouldn't be as strong if Hasbro treated both scales equally.
At the moment people pay less on average for 6 inch figures than for 3.75" TVC. I think that's also because of availability and demand. Many TBS collectors got their figures already.

And man, do I love the P4 packaging for The Black Series! Such a smart and innovative move by the brand team...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 29, 2021, 02:28:12 AM
Man those six inch figures look so awesome on vintage cards. I think I may just wait on all new six inch in the hopes they show up on vintage cardbacks.

Nice haul Philipp. I still have to open my two boxes.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 30, 2021, 09:10:09 AM
Yes, I think chances are there that Hasbro will release a couple of waves for Return of the Jedi. And if I understood Patrick of the brand team correctly, the 50th Anniversary of Lucasfilm opens many more options as well. So I think if you already secured your 6 inch figures on Vintage cards for ANH and ESB you're all good. Get them while supplies last. I can see why Hasbro utilizes that nostalgic momentum for their new "bread & butter" line, but I also understand why this makes some 3 3/4" enthusiasts mad, really mad.
If they'd only treat both lines equally...but that's a different topic. 


I also gave Amazon another chance and as expected they didn't bother much about the packaging. At least they put the items in an extra box instead of just slapping the shipping label on the Snowspeeder. The Black Series Snowspeeder goes for about 90€ here on ebay now. And Amazon had it for 99€ instead of 109€. MRSP here in Germany is 149.99€. So since I missed a pretty nice auction on the Speeder just a week before, I decided to get it from Jeff.
It arrived in okay condition, Luke and Yoda are in pretty good condition, but the Hoth Rebel Soldier came crushed as we became used to from Amazon (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=2798.msg224749#msg224749).


(https://i.imgur.com/xiOniXP.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/tdgK1o5.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/sxQYwxN.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 30, 2021, 09:17:52 AM
Friday Mail Call

Got found some new figures to add to the collection and also some fodder for customs and new molds.
All 6 were 60€ shipped:

(https://i.imgur.com/qOuUpdd.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ZSmmKKi.jpg)

I was hoping ARC Trooper Commander Colt came with his backpack. Unfortunately, it's missing. The antenna was important to me and the two pistols were a nice surprise because in the picture they appeared to be gone.

Here's what I paid for each:

- Commander Colt: 26€
- TCW & TAC Destroyer Droid - 5€ each
- SAGA'02 WA-7, General Madine & Aayla Secura - 8€ each


I'm really happy with those - especially with the ARC Trooper that went for 50€ in the same condition on ebay a couple weeks ago. I can also complete my R4-G9 with these holographic planet accessory now. And WA-7 is hard to find here and therefore goes for about 24€ carded.


Have a great weekend everyone!


Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on April 30, 2021, 12:33:21 PM
 Nice are trooper!
I’m casting the VC  erosion as a separate piece now. It’s not quite the same but is similar or, I can try to squeeze a clone wars version out of a mostly wore out mold for him.
Post to overseas is high, though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 01, 2021, 03:57:58 AM
Thank you so much for your kind offer, Clint! Yeah, I remember it was about 10 bucks for the BARC Trooper helmet you sent me back in 2009 or so. That one was used by FialaFernbrugg to make a Clone Assassin.

I'll figure something out. I think I got a similar backpack from another figure somewhere. Also have to source my fodder bin. Already found the missile launcher with missile, base stand and gaming die. So Only the card and backpack left to complete this one. So happy to add this one to my collection. He goes between 50-80€ here in the bay.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 01, 2021, 05:40:09 AM
Wow, lots of great new stuff Philipp. Love all that vintage stuff.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 01, 2021, 03:57:57 PM
Thanks Tamer! I did the boiling water trick on the Destroyers and Madine's baton and they look as good as new. Both Destroyers will be customized because they took some scratches, but surprisingly the joints are as new as they can be. So glad I got WA-7 now - they all look great on display and I cannot wait to put them all in my new cabinets. I guess the SAGA figures are Vintage now - sort of - and I feel old.

(https://i.imgur.com/D6auokL.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 04, 2021, 03:58:44 AM
LOL, More, you haven’t imagined old yet. Some of those saga collection figures are timeless

Showed this lot in another thread, coming from a GameStop
The Mando may be an opener as his card has some creases
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 05, 2021, 02:35:10 AM
Nice stuff Clint. I am finally able to add something here too. Finaly got my phone image app udated and ready to roll. This came in yesterday minty fresh:

(https://i.imgur.com/tnGPhOi.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 06, 2021, 07:35:05 AM
Very nice! Grogu looks nice with Pram. Re-sellers already claim 30€ ($37) in the bay here in Germany...guess the hobby has become a "pre-order now or pay triple the price on eBay later".

They did a decent job on the carback this time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 07, 2021, 02:33:47 AM
Yeah, the paintjob on that looks fantastic. Surprised me a bit.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 08, 2021, 06:57:20 AM
Got in a box from Pulse yesterday.

(https://i.imgur.com/hyXkr4C.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/sdpf1w3.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/5HzCPUi.jpg)

I have to say Pulse is doing a good job with the vintage cards and packing well.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 13, 2021, 03:36:15 AM
I wish Hasbro would provide Pulse here in Germany, too! They seem to ship most of their products in great condition. I'd like to support them directly without a re-seller in between.
But I still think there could be more service for 50 bucks a year.

Got this ForceLink Wampa with Luke for 20€ shipped, which I'm going to repaint:

(https://i.imgur.com/XffwSDL.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 14, 2021, 02:33:39 AM
It was nice to see Pulse expand to the UK. We can only expect other countries to get the same treatment soon I hope.

You can't have enough Wampas. Looks like a great deal.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 18, 2021, 01:41:48 AM
Thanks, Tamer! Well, at the German Comic Con back in 2019 Volker C. told me that he contributed to a better distribution for the German market. That's why TBS and TVC figures now also include the German language on the packaging and caution sheet now in the U.S. - guess not all American collectors are pleased about this.
Volker seems to be the Steve Sansweet from Germany, he is polite but keeps his distance from other fans. No pictures of or with him allowed, but he apparently he is very tight with Hasbro and the brand team. Maybe Pulse will be available for continental Europe later as Disney Plus was.

And yeah, it's my second Wampa and if I see a third one for a good price, I might get it. But for now I'm going to repaint this one and build a Wamoa cave for it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 18, 2021, 01:46:49 AM
Found this set of 96 miniatures by Wizards of the Coast for 75€ shipped last week. I'll share more details on our miniature topic here (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=5098.msg78361#msg78361).

It came with 98 cards from the first 6 series of the game, 14 rares and 3 very rare minis, two maps and 3 instructions. Much nostalgia here!

(https://i.imgur.com/9gBdgUy.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 18, 2021, 02:37:41 AM
I love WOTC Stuff. I still have my Walker and ATST of those. Nice stuff Philipp.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 18, 2021, 02:01:30 PM
These came in my BBTS box last week.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 19, 2021, 02:33:21 AM
That is some good stuff Clint. Haven't bit on the 6" Bad Batch yet, but am sorely getting tempted. Trying to talk myself out of those Target Anniversary Clone Wars 6" Figures. Those Clones are looking good in that nostalgic packaging. I really enjoyed the Legacy line up.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: (SID) on May 24, 2021, 07:13:11 AM
Nice scores everyone. I'm basically "done" collecting now since I'm in the middle of huge move and honestly overwhelmed with my collections. Just been opening piles of stuff an/or sorting into SELL piles for my online store (including fodder). Basically broke too. So I've passed on lots of stuff recently. Like on may 4th a WalMart had the Mando retro case (most of it) & TBS deluxe Boba and how I don't even really care that my Heroes of Endor set didn't apparently get charged on Thursday.  W/E

BUT I cannot pass up thrift finds on the mega cheap (lord help me). A recent pick up was a Kenner Micro collection Carbon freeze chamber $5 (which will go nice with the enormous pile of micros I got ironically @ the 50th Star Trek convention in NYC lol) and the Baze/Tusken I got in a $1 bag of figures at Savers. Gotta love scavenging 😉
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 25, 2021, 02:14:22 AM
Nice scores SID. I too like that Micro Stuff. Can't beat the price on that.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 25, 2021, 01:15:05 PM
I payed the piper and got this one on eBay fir a high price
I didn’t think I would ever see him in a Target store, of all places.
I would like to have a case of these guys.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 26, 2021, 02:16:01 AM
Nice Clint. I don't live near a Target so I probably will never get one of these unless the prices go down a bit. I would like to have those two clones in this wave.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 27, 2021, 02:42:29 AM
Congrats on getting Echo, Clint! I hope you can make some nice molds of the new parts and accessories, so that the overprice will bring back some revenue...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 27, 2021, 02:47:28 AM
Scott Neitlich shares some light on why pegs have been empty in U.S. stores for the past years on his YouTube channel Spector Creative (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg_CCOtabpHyZyCQkB8NsuQ):

Double-click on the video for full screen view.

Under-shipping VS Over-shipping. How Empty Pegs Save Toy Companies Money

Why Can't Toys be restocked quicker? Can't they keep more in the back room?

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on May 27, 2021, 09:34:21 AM
Good videos Darth. I've accepted the fact that figures are preorder only. We have to adapt to the situation.  Figure review yt channels and sites are pretty much obsolete now, because if you wait for a review to come out you loose your only chance. It's definitely in the retailers advantage, pre orders are a sure thing for the most part, with no risk. That's really our own fault for waiting for things to go on clearence. Retailers got tired of it.
    Really pre ordering isn't that bad. I've been able to get everything I order, so far. Sometimes I have to wait for a restock, but I get it eventually. The only exception are some target exclusives aren't available for pre order, but you can usually get them online. It's been a problem for years, but now preordering is mandatory. Like Tupac said; That's just the way it is, things will never be the same.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 28, 2021, 08:15:12 AM
That's a brilliant point, JD! That's why I also pre-ordered these two guys here on Amazon: Amazon.de offered them for 19,77€ about 3 weeks ago plus a 4€ import fee from the UK. And they arrived today. Guess I got lucky, nothing is crushed or bent. Only minor dents and scratches here and there.
More details after the jump (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=2798.msg225051#msg225051).

(https://i.imgur.com/iZg4s8D.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/tbsTebq.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 28, 2021, 10:29:39 AM
JDeck you make some very valid points.

Nice scores Philipp.

Out of the blue a bud, who had gone to Disney, brought me back a Starbucks Collector Coffee Cup for Tatooine. It is fantastic. I gotta see if they have a Hoth one now!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 29, 2021, 04:10:04 AM
Thank you guys. I wonder if there's something more behind this "pre-order only" policy. But I think JDeck nailed it. The waiting for clearance probably led Hasbro to this decision. Decreasing demand (after the Sequel disaster) and collectors waiting for clearance deals...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 29, 2021, 04:36:37 AM
Just a quick update of my post from back in Ocotber (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=3744.msg221723#msg221723).
I'm still trying to complete this rare Endor Set from 2010 (http://www.rebelscum.com/tvcEXBattleOverEndor2.asp). Grizz Frix was up for auction last week starting at 9,99€ and I got him for 14,01€ shipped. The seller was keen enough to use pictures of another user and his ratings weren't the best, but the risk was well worth it!
Even though the figure was shown with a bootleg DC-17 carbine, the pilot actually came with the original blaster!

Now I can finally take this one off my wanted list. But the plastic bag makes me curious. Looking at the ankle joints and telling by the smell, this figure seems factory fresh to me. Makes me wonder if the seller got this one from Asian sources on ebay like sinodolls, k12mall, cutesource or viperskingdom?

Let me know if you're looking for these figures as well. I'm going to sell my two other Grizz figures and try to complete the B-Wing pilot:

(https://i.imgur.com/fXSL3RI.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/JsUyop0.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/MHRwamM.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/0FZ3YET.jpg)

rebelscum.com got you covered with a detailed review of this multipack:

http://www.rebelscum.com/tvcEXBattleOverEndor2.asp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on May 29, 2021, 05:45:07 AM
Grizz Frix is cool, all those pilots are hard to get at least when I was looking. They seem like power seller figures, with the cellophane wrappers, there's nothing wrong with that.

I don't think Hasbro dictates to retailers what to do with their products. I don't think there's decreased demand because of the sequels. I think most people buy from fan channels like BBTS or EE. You would have to be a glutten for punishment to have Walmart or Target as your main source of figures. That's why Walmart and Target get so many exclusives, they're getting screwed by fan channels. So we have to buy from Walmart or Target to get the exclusives, it's almost like a monopoly, but most exclusives are repacks anyway, or repaints at best. Even fan channels are preoder only, because that's what most people do. If they have a ton of stock left over, and they don't sell it before the next wave hits, odds are they never will. So they have to clearence them out, which sucks for them. As time goes on, preoders will be more stable, and easier to predict, causing fewer preorder sell outs. If everyone just went to preordering it would make the process easier for everyone really.  That's why I wish Hasbro Pulse was more directly connected to Hasbro. Pulse is the first one to sell out. Of Preorders!!??  If they were better at fulfilling demand, and had a wider preorder window then  the subscription cost would be worth it.  Maybe in time, but certainly not now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 30, 2021, 05:30:54 AM
JDeck has it spot on for how I buy. I might sometimes try to get an exclusive, but don't beat myself up much if I can't get it online.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 04, 2021, 12:01:56 PM
@JDeck: I'll send the power sellers I know a message to ask if they still have figures of these sets. I'll let you know if they answer. Still no reply from Uncle Milton. Yeah, something apparently happened behind the scenes since 2012. Don't know what it is besides Di$ney's new license contract and rising production costs in China. I guess some items are only possible if they're exclusives.


@Tamer: I wish I could support Hasbro directly via HasbroPulse here. But on the other hand, the current brand team don't treat the 3.75" line well in my opinion.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 04, 2021, 12:11:12 PM
Here's my haul from the past couple weeks. I had been watching these two sets on an online fleamarket for a couple weeks and eventually decided to ask the seller for the price for both. 130€ shipped was his answer even though he initially offered them for 85€ each.
So 16 figures and 4 vehicles for that price was incredible. I'm going to complete the Corporate Alliance Tank Droid and the Homing Spider Droid with either original or resin parts.
This is my third Homing Spider Droid and after completing it, I'm going to repaint and weather it with a metal silver by Vallejo. I heard they have the best metal paints.
I got my first 4-armed TCW Grievous in this set and an extra TVC Magna Guard to probably repaint!
The Legacy Collection Grievous is going to be completed and repainted like my Sith version of him (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10513.msg221347#msg221347).
When I got my MTT, I thought this small drone-like fighter was missing. Later I learned it was sold separately as Class I vehicle in the Clone Wars line (http://www.rebelscum.com/MTT-Droid-Fighter-A0920-A0918-Movie-Heroes-Hasbro.asp).


(https://i.imgur.com/D422Fvc.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 04, 2021, 12:29:18 PM
Found the updated TVC Slave I repaint for 123€. Zavvi offers it for 129.99€ + 3.99€ for pre-order, but I rather bought it opened and complete. The packaging is also in good condition, which is not granted when buying from Zavvi.
The guy who sold this one to me put some serious effort into shipping it safely and wrapped carefully. Guess Amazon don't have time - even for prime - to do so...

(https://i.imgur.com/JHugxi7.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/1xELJxs.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/zKuzdV4.jpg)

I really like the updated deco and paint apps. I probably keep both versions I got and repaint the incomplete one, that I found for 25€.
For some odd reason the Slave I looks like the head of an elephant to me...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 04, 2021, 12:41:04 PM
This is the first time someone sent me something in a self-sealed vacuum bag. Got these ARC Troopers with broken hands for 12.50€ shipped. He told me to make an offer so I said 5€ each plus shipping. I cannot make these articulated bodies myself and I thought the accessories alone are worth that money and he accepted:

(https://i.imgur.com/ua47JY3.jpg)

To be customized... (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10186.msg219612#msg219612)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on June 04, 2021, 03:34:34 PM
My birthday presents to myself.

A bit disappointing as I was hoping to find more/better items that I was wanting, but alas, I saw tons of new stuff (Spinmaster Batgirl wave, 4 other new "Fortnite" figures, 3 different assortments of "Jurassic World" repaints, new Kid Galaxy dinos, etc.), but this was all I was interested in.

The Child is too large for 1/18 scale, but I wanted the hoverpram. I can pop different head and hands on the Child and have a different diminutive alien for a diorama :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 04, 2021, 04:11:28 PM
Hey, happy birthday to you, Sir! I hope you're having a great time & enjoy your incredible collection with family and friends   vadsab
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 06, 2021, 05:57:37 AM
Happy birthday Dan.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 08, 2021, 02:51:50 PM
I don't think there's decreased demand because of the sequels.

Spector Creative shared an interesting video on this topic just yesterday:

Why have 3.75" Star Wars toys decline and can they make a come back?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 09, 2021, 02:50:28 AM
While I was looking for Star Wars Art Books that I don't own, yet, I found this one here by coincidence last weekend:

The Art and Making of The Force Unleashed including 10 character cards. These were meant to promote the Topps Trading Cards as well.
And if you're interested I'll review it! Paid 45€ shipped (figure not included, only for size reference):

(https://i.imgur.com/TvIf4pM.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 09, 2021, 04:53:08 AM
That Force Unleashed Wave was in such high demand. It would sell out as quick if they made the same wave again I bet.

We all thought that wave would show Hasbro that they need to keep making waves like this instead of ones with the same A and B heroes and villians their research department told them they had to have.

Yep, shaking my head this morning.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 11, 2021, 12:48:23 AM
Thanks Tamer! The seller of the book also made me aware of another book, which I then found on ebay for 9.90€ plus 6€ shipping. I didn't even know The Storyboards book before, at least I wasn't aware of them even though I might've seen the covers in the past. This was a great buy-it-now price especially considering it was $40 MRSP and it's like new!

The pre-owner of the Artbook is also a very talented dude. He draws comic illustrations in his free time and used the book for reference. He said he also worked with some popular artists. It's always interesting to meeting new people on ebay Kleinanzeigen.

(https://i.imgur.com/KHL2Ccm.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/IpGc7Rr.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 11, 2021, 04:19:22 AM
That is an awesome book too. Love that one page you showed.

I got a box in this week from EE:

(https://i.imgur.com/IsN7hDm.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/xTlUHO9.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Aqaf0s9.jpg)

I don't know why the images rotated, but you get the idea. Minty Fresh too. EE knows how to ship right!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 13, 2021, 06:43:39 AM
EE ships so well!

(https://i.imgur.com/LvVAuBT.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/zz6pogV.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on June 17, 2021, 09:37:32 AM
Just found a ForceFX Lightsaber someone threw out.

It is a bit scuffed up, but I am going to take it home, clean it up and try fresh batteries to see if it works.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 17, 2021, 11:33:18 AM
Nice find! Fingers crossed, it's still working!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 17, 2021, 11:47:55 AM
Grizz Frix is cool, all those pilots are hard to get at least when I was looking. They seem like power seller figures, with the cellophane wrappers, there's nothing wrong with that.

Just a short update on the power sellers on "feebay" as Tamer named it most accurately.
I contacted all remaining power sellers and almost all replied to my message to tell me that they don't have these figures from the exclusive Pilot Packs. No surprise to me because they only sell bootlegs or random scrap figures that are probably leftovers from the factories.
TungHori told me that he might have lt.ekelarc yong & r5-p9. But the answer was no after he checked his inventory.
Viperskingdom might had them, but they suddenly disappeared from ebay a couple years ago...so after tunghori left ebay in anger as I did, the remaining selection from Asian sellers offering Star Wars figures is rather...scarce.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on June 17, 2021, 03:33:26 PM
Nice find! Fingers crossed, it's still working!

It does! :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 18, 2021, 03:11:53 AM
Very nice Dan, that was a good find.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 18, 2021, 06:22:06 AM
It does! :)

Incredible find! So glad it works against all odds!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 19, 2021, 10:35:04 AM
Got this book for 20.99€ on Amazon (http://www.amazon.com/?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&linkCode=ur2&tag=imperiashipya-20):

(https://i.imgur.com/7NKDVtu.jpg)

It arrived in excellent condition, again. You can read my full report here (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=2798.msg225377#msg225377).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on June 30, 2021, 02:39:29 PM
I got my Shadow stormtroopers from EE today. I only ordered 2 plus 2 each of the others, that haven't shipped yet. Then I went to BBTS to order a few more, to make a squad along with the other shadow troopers I have.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 30, 2021, 02:41:27 PM
Heey that's awesum! Thanks for supporting the VC Gaming Greats line! If you ask me, Hasbro cannot re-issue and repaint this new Stormie mold often enough!
Your samples look great.  DH
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on June 30, 2021, 07:22:12 PM
  Yeah they're pretty cool. I like the translucent parts and the dlt-20 rifle they come with. I think that's the first one they've produced in recent years. It seems longer and made of a harder material than the previous ones.
My Scout trooper guys shipped today too. That's what I like about EE, they ship as it comes in as opposed to waiting to fill the entire order before shipping.

I like that star wars atlas. I'm kind of a nerd about maps and things. I was thinking the other day I hope they make an updated atlas with planets from the mandalorian as of now there is no known location of any of the planets except tatooine, other than the vague description of being in the outer rim.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 01, 2021, 06:29:14 AM
Nice Shadow Stormies. I am anxious to get a few of those in hand. Bet they ship mine soon too. EE ships so nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 03, 2021, 04:28:26 AM
Two boxes in this week. No Shadow Stormies yet! :'(

(https://i.imgur.com/mmbs7p4.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/k3S6EEz.jpg)

Shipped by EE and not a ding one!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 04, 2021, 04:54:38 AM
Another box showed up from EE yesterday. It was huge but had only this figure in it!

(https://i.imgur.com/JM7zPbF.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 06, 2021, 03:41:46 PM
Wow, talk about cards and even blisters in absolutely MINT condition! The cards often don't even leave the factory in this condition! Very glad to see you received the latest TVC goodness in best shape ready to be showcased in your personal museum  8)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 06, 2021, 04:00:58 PM
88 figures for 200 bucks taste rather bitter...

Going through my picture gallery I discovered this crazy lot of figures which I found back in Winter of 2019. It was absolutely crazy when I found it on "ebay Kleinanzeigen" in a town next to mine. So I contacted the seller and he gave me a number of the actual seller.
As if this wasn't strange enough, the figures were still for sale at an even crazier price of 200€.
Including that Iron Man figure they are 88 figures, so for 2.27 bucks a piece I jumped in my car to pick them up the same night - not knowing which bad surprise was yet to come...

So when I arrived at the address they gave me, the flat was rather dark, black flooring and furniture and it felt like entering the Death Star. Inside, right at the door there was an original portrait of Adolf Hitler himself hanging on the wall. And if this wasn't bad enough there were two more copperplate engravings of him above and below the picture frame. So that man didn't make it a secret that he was a fan of Hitler. I immediately got a bad feeling about this and thought of leaving right away.
Fortunately he had the blue box filled with figures right in the hallway ready for pickup.
So we talked a little and I asked him where he got them. He told me that he does house clearances for a living and found the box (for free) in the basement of a client's house. I bet the figures belonged to the grandson of her.

I know that many people who offer such clearances are connected with collectors all over the planet looking for military memorabilia especially of the world wars. A uniform of a SS officer for example goes for about 10k according to a documentary I saw a while ago.
There are some dudes out there who try to find the remains of these dark days in old houses and I suppose these three items were also found while clearing out a house.
It's a strange world these days, where Nazis are still around. They're few here in Germany, but they're still here and that's most disturbing.
I was glad when I left that place minutes later. What would you do in such a situation?
Buy this lot or leave immediately?

(https://i.imgur.com/LiibFqO.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 07, 2021, 06:10:49 AM
More like dungeon that museum, but I have some plans.

All the Nazi stuff aside, there are some great figures here. I could see you easily doubling this if you sold them separately the way some of these are going for nowadays.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on July 07, 2021, 07:49:47 AM
 I thought owning nazi stuff in Germany was verboten. I could see owning the uniform for their historical significance. Did you know they were designed by Hugo Boss? Crazy in this cancel culture world lol. But to have Hitler portraits hung everywhere is something else. Whatever, I'm in the mindset, you can live how you want as long as you don't harm or take the rights of others. I would take the figures and run lol. It is a good assortment. Anything mandalorian is crazy right now, and there are a few sought after clones in there.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 07, 2021, 09:35:18 AM
Tamer: A dungeon? Sounds good to me! How about showcasing your massive collection like Jeff Jacob? Cannot wait to put my collection on display as well! But if I'll ever have so much space like him? I doubt it! lol
Found this video just recently that's why I thought of a museum. Everything you get is minty fresh - even your fan packages directly from Hasbro!

JEFFS MUSEUM STAR WARS COLLECTION "PART 1"

Yeah, the figures are in excellent condition and the lot included some Mandos like Pre Vizla and some rare Clones.



JDeck: I don't know exactly. I think collectors here are fine as long as the memorabilia don't have any forbidden insignia on them. For example it's allowed to own a Stahlhelm as long as there's no Hakenkreuz on it.
Didn't know about Hugo Boss designing these uniforms. I bet these cancel culture guys would be all over it to destroy BOSS if they knew. Such items are definitely forbidden to own, unless they are displayed in a historical museum. That's why such items are only sold on the black market.
From what I've heard the demand in China for such memorabilia is quite high. There are a few collectors looking for stuff like this. I was just glad when I could leave minutes later.

Yes, these figures are much more worth than what I paid. Still gives me an awkward feeling, that's why I didn't share this story 18 months ago. All these numbers - that's not on purpose. lol
Reminds me of Storage Wars or these abandoned place explorers...these guys making such clearances get paid for clearing everything out and on top can keep whatever they find.
So if I was the boy having my figgies at my grandmother's house, I would be beyond sad if they were suddenly gone. So I might go out there and look for the pre-owner on facebook or something.

Crazy times these days, but I still thought this was worth sharing now that we've reached page 200 on this topic. By the way do you have any idea which figure Hasbro chose for VC200?


The Star Wars Collectors Mansion - Part 1 (Forgotten Homes Ontario Ep.27) by Noah Nowhere


Abandoned "Star Wars" Collectibles Mansion Part 1 by Carlo Paolozza


Makes me quite and thoughtful seeing how transitory we actually are, so let's enjoy our collections and share the joy for our hobby with our loved ones.

Here are a couple pictures of the original auction. The lot even came with a couple Class I vehicles and it's crazy for how much these Clone Wars figures go for these days.

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on July 08, 2021, 03:52:21 PM
  I got my Jedi Fallen Order Scouts. I never played the game, so I'll just use them as scouts.  In hindsight I should have ordered a lot more. Maybe the scouts will be repacked in the walmart 96 series. They're just legacy scout repacks. Honestly though I'm still hoping for a new scout sculpt, of the same awesomeness as the R1 Stormtrooper. I can only dream.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 10, 2021, 02:23:20 AM
Very nice additions, JDeck! I think the existing Scout Trooper mold looks fantastic and I think Hasbro nailed the version based on Fallen Order. So nice to see some dedication to videogames again. Makes my hopes for a Satele Shan about .1% higher now because as you say Hasbro hesitates to invest in new tooling especially for TVC.

Still, an updated/all-new version of the Biker Scout would be fantastic. Here's my vision: Hasbro will give a new one to us for the 40th Anniversary of ROTJ along with the  (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10614.0MH Speeder Bike from 2012) repacked with the figure it originally came with or with the new one. Hope for a double jointed neck again.

Btw I haven't played Fallen Order either. Gave it to my brother for his bday but his PS4 hasn't got enough storage left to play it.
I think it's interesting that TungHori seems to struggle getting new figures in lately. I wonder if he'll ever list the VC Gaming Greats figures...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on July 10, 2021, 05:01:30 AM
I think we need an updated scout, with ball jointed shoulders, wrist articulation and rocker ankles. The one they've been using goes all the way back to TAC, 14 years ago.  I made a custom using the DS gunner, scrap parts and a white balloon. Just use the ds gunner as a base, sculpt armor on it, maybe shorten the legs and neck. Use the same head as the 5poa Rebels scout, and you have a definative scout. We need a new Vader too, honestly, same basic sculpt for 14 years.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 10, 2021, 07:03:31 AM
Nice Bikers. I am still waiting on my Shadow Stormies. I ordered em way late though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 12, 2021, 03:25:18 AM
There's an online store selling used books and other media and thanks to the "back in stock" notification email, I was able to finally acquire this care book:

The Old Republic Encyclopedia

They listed it for 37.28€ and only got one at the time. The original retail was $40 in the U.S.
The last time it was up for auction on ebay, it went for about the same price.
Other than that I can only find buy-it-now offers starting at $160.

On the downside of this, their packers smashed the book into the box so that the cover was scratched by the lash on the bottom of the box. They only gave me an 8€ voucher code for the damage. Didn't want to return the book after I've been looking for it for years.

Speaking of sharp edges you should definitely check out the latest cardboard vehicle project by WhillsScholar (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10925.msg225648#msg225648)! Spoiler Alert: It's a Y-Wing. And it looks fantastic!


(https://i.imgur.com/vfM97GT.jpg)

Please, let me know if you want me to review this book.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 12, 2021, 06:08:09 AM
I hate it when books get damaged due to just poor packaging. Uggh!

And yes that Y-Wing Project is off the charts awesome.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 19, 2021, 04:01:19 AM
Got in my Jaxxon from Pulse yesterday. They shipped it well. Pristine.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 02, 2021, 06:28:27 AM
That's great news, Tamer! Still cannot believe that Hasbro has finally given us a Jaxxon figure after so many decades! Also good to hear they actually give you some service for the $50 annual membership.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 02, 2021, 06:35:16 AM
Found these 7 Vintage figures on a fleamarket for 25€/$28 USD. So these are my very first original Kenner figures. It was nice talking to the seller. He told me these are his childhood figures and he connects special memories to them. Don't know why he sold them then, but I keep them in honor.
After the fleamarket I stopped at a SmythToys nearby. You can take a look at my store report after the jump (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=1012.msg225873#msg225873). It was a great Saturday!

(https://i.imgur.com/gxLfut8.jpg)

The Kenner pop-up R2-D2 is also in great condition and was part of an Astromech Droid collection which I got for 400€ on ebay. It came with 42 droids, two of which are even remote controlled! Love that WallE figure as well. And when I read the print on R2-KT's back goosebumps hit me hard!

(https://i.imgur.com/aIQCshw.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 04, 2021, 07:43:10 AM
Very nice. Now that is a lot of droids. Love those vintage figures too. You got those for a great price.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 10, 2021, 01:05:29 PM
Thanks Tamer! I’m really happy with those pick-ups. Today after work I picked up these 7 boxed figures. The guy who sold them to me just wanted 119€, so I took them for 120€. Unbelievable to have all these for 15€ while their MRSP is 18,99€ and 26,99€ here.


- Corporate Alliance Tank - 19€ shipped
By now I think the Hailfire Droid is way rarer here than this one. It’s funny that the one I got before misses the other “eye” so I can complete one now. The rest will be re-casted in Resin.

- TCW Ahsoka & Luminara - 25€ shipped
Hadn’t gotten a complete Ahsoka with Rotta before, so I’m a happy camper. Almost got Commander Jett for 20€, but he was already sold.

- 4x TCW Clone Troopers & a couple extras - 16,50€ shipped
This Battle Pack was hard to find here. These Clones look amazing and seeing how the child owning them before me, added a Yoda to them made me smile. Toys get lost sometimes.

- POTJ Jek Porkins - 9,60€ shipped
Happy to have him now. Found him on eBay

So these are my finds of the last couple weeks. Waiting for one more to arrive.

(https://i.imgur.com/aGWmzEi.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/xl9MhJk.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 11, 2021, 08:02:23 AM
Wow, you are finding the stuff. I did get in a TVC Hoth Luke from Pulse, but it was damaged. Gotta see how to get that replaced and or returned.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 15, 2021, 08:17:24 AM
If you can believe it I actually want to a Con this past weekend (Steel City Con in Pittsburgh, PA) and found a few things. I found mostly great deals too. I didn't stay too long on Saturday though as it was literally shoulder to shoulder (I mean crazy)!

(https://i.imgur.com/BDYboya.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Yz8hCgK.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/lSVi6Ma.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/1BFbz8f.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/kdAqZoH.jpg)

This is the R2 EE refunded my money on as the came with damaged cards even in straight cases.
(https://i.imgur.com/AVwYgu6.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/8JW5Mte.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/erBDcGF.jpg)

The Pirates (MLB Ball Team) even had a Pirates night on Friday and were giving away Pirates Mandalorian Shirts. I got three! The only bad thing was it got rained out and instead of staying for the game the next day (they won by over ten runs and have been playing horrible this year) we decided to go back later in September for another game.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 16, 2021, 01:51:49 AM
Talk about one epic haul, Tamer! I'm amazed by the condition of the Action Fleet X-Wing! Awesome scores there! Now you got the Dagobah scene in 1/12 scale complete. Are you going to build a diorama with the X-Wing in the background?

So glad you finally got out after such a long time to enjoy a convention, again. There's one in September here in Germany, but I cannot go because of my next exams.


Thanks for sharing all these nice things to look at  :D Hope you didn't pay a fortune for that Proto Boby...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 16, 2021, 03:00:51 AM
That proto boba was about double the original price, but since I do not have a target anywhere near me and seeing as how a couple of vendors had em quadruple the original price I didn't feel too bad.

And yes that Action Fleet was crazy good. When I went back the next day they had another one set out that was almost in as good a shape and I wish now I had bought it too.

It was a fun day on Friday. Saturday was just too crazy crowded with this new delta variant going around. We pretty much went in and got out quickly.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 18, 2021, 03:03:56 AM
Finally got my Shadow Stormy, but he is dinged up a bit

(https://i.imgur.com/qflTc9p.jpg)

The peg hole is all buggered up. We will see if their customer service is as good as I remember it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on August 19, 2021, 02:57:35 PM
  I got my EE Purge Troopers, so that rounds out my ee order, just waiting for the extra shadows from bbts. I still don't know if these were EE exclusives or not. It said ee exclusives but people swore they ordered it from bbts and dorkside. Id like to have a follow up if any of those orders actually came through.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 20, 2021, 01:18:00 AM
Love those troopers both the Shadow and Purge boys! Can't have enough of those Stormies, the sculpt is just so fantastic. Can't wait to see the Airborne Troopers return as well. Awesome arrivals, gentlemen. Have fun with your latest additions and a wonderful weekend!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 25, 2021, 05:09:32 AM
Found this set for 80€ shipped. The figures are complete and like new. Still have the rubber straps around their blasters.

Had bought the set with the Rebel Ground Transport from this seller back in April. It took 4 weeks after payment this time, even longer than last time. I was so close to report him, but then he finally sent it to me.

Very glad to have Mr Vebb now and a Jedi with boots I can put on and off him.
Mc Bad Motherf******'s Starfighter looks really nice as well. I like the metallic details!

(https://i.imgur.com/ekQiibT.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 26, 2021, 02:28:27 AM
Oh yeah, good stuff. Like the JSF too. Purple is a good color on that ship.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 27, 2021, 12:17:26 PM
Thank you, Tamer! The Jedi Starfighter will always stay my favorite Starship from Hasbro, not only because it was the very first vehicle that I got as a boy, but also because of it's cool features. Love the opening wings and cockpit, firing missiles and overall size of the vehicle. As far as my measures are correct it's actual 1/18 scale and has always been the perfect size for me to play around and dream of a galaxy far, far away.

The picture of the previous owner was so dark that I thought it was Obi-Wan's Starfighter. So it was a happy surprise to see it was Mace's which is somewhat rarer here plus I still don't know if I already got it. Got at least one extra of Kenobi's which I'm going to repaint this coming winter.
Thanks for commenting!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 27, 2021, 12:42:16 PM
Found this set of Kotobukiya statues back in February 2020. Don't know why I didn't post it right away along with the other stuff (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=3744.msg217199#msg217199) back then.

The three Clones were a local pick up for 50€ each back in 2018 on my way across the country.

In 2020 I got the Snowtrooper, Royal Guard, Luke in Stormtrooper disguise, Obi-Wan (ROTS), Darth Vader (ROTS) and Commander Cody. Luke's head and the second arm of Cody holding the droid's head were missing and they were pretty dusty. But I had a nice talk to the guy selling them to me for 340€ including a TLC Jabba's Rancor on top.
Meanwhile I sold most of them again, but took enough pictures for a review before.

(https://i.imgur.com/ms0vUrm.jpg)

Kotobukiya made some sweet statues for sure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 28, 2021, 06:02:30 AM
I remember those. Nice.

I might have to look for that Snowtrooper and Stormtrooper when I get a chance.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on September 02, 2021, 12:06:49 PM
I got my Walmart Endor Luke. The card came really nice seeing it was in a bubble mailer. It's wierd how the one guy that doesn't give two craps about packaging always gets perfect cards. I like the updated poncho, and hand articulation. The head looks great, but I don't think the helmet is removable. I tried and I could take it off if I really really tried but I think it's connected to his head. Leia has a removable helmet. I think these two in particular are worth getting. I did not get any of the other Walmart repacks, just the wonder twins in woodland camo fatigues.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 03, 2021, 02:33:11 AM
These arrived in the mail with the Stormy showing up damaged again.
(https://i.imgur.com/mpsUq9d.jpg)
And it was the same one that I sent back for replacement as it had damages the same place (it was too exact not to be the same one). They just sent it out to me again!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 03, 2021, 03:22:03 AM
Thanks for supporting the Gaming Greats sub-line for TVC, Tamer. Bummer about the second damaged card though...I hope we'll see many more characters of the best games return and even new characters like Satele Shan and Sith Troopers from KotOR.

I got this TBS Commander Gree sealed on ebay for 19€ shipped. The box was damaged, but it was still without holes or such. But for some reasons the antenna was missing. So I contacted Hasbro last week and 6 days later I got my replacement! FOR FREE!

(https://i.imgur.com/kTM6fes.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/SzxKXfh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/06WmFWv.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/QBnC8vW.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fu3eg8J.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/iIYvbFv.jpg)


I was happily surprised when I had an entire figure in my mailbox yesterday. Apparently I was expecting just the antenna. So even though my inner MONK says the problem isn't solved, yet, it proves once again that Hasbro's customer service is just amazing. I'll just fix the missing one with wire or re-cast the replacement. And then I'll repaint the second Gree like Steve did!

Upgrading Your Star Wars The Black Series Commander Gree 6 Inch Custom by CenturionsCorner
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 04, 2021, 06:10:55 AM
Thats great on them sending you an entire new figure. Good for you. Now you have two. I want to say Clonehead has an antennea fix he had to do for one of these back in the day that might be helpful.

And the thing with the damaged stormtrooper was the fact that I think it was the exact same one I sent back as damaged in the first place. It arrived in a different box at the same time as the other two gaming great figures. I am waiting to see how the rest of the return happens.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on September 16, 2021, 11:13:05 AM
Happy birthday to me!! I ordered a TBS X-wing helmet (Luke) loose from ebay the other day and I was hoping to get it before me vacation. I got it today.
It's pretty cool. The padding is held in place by velcro, and the straps by snap button. It's kind of comfy, I feel real safe inside. The visor slides up or down into position. The non functional microphone is adjustable with metal flextube.  The paint aps are good enough, and the weathering is pretty cool. The plastic is preassembled it's sturdy with no obvious seam lines.  I haven't tested the electronics. I have an idea to convert it into a gaming headset.  I almost got the Wedge Antilles helmet but Luke's is iconic with a more complex paint job.

I got my offworld jawas too from cramazon they were delayed but now i have them.
The cards were good, but the bubbles were all smashed up because they put in the air bag packing material thing, which was unnecessary. Im just going to open them anyway.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 17, 2021, 02:30:32 AM
Great pic of you in the helmet. Good to see those jawas even if they showed up with damaged cards. Amazon will never learn. Trying to save a buc by shipping cheaper you would think is gonna cost them twice as much in the long run.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on September 17, 2021, 03:57:44 AM
Great pic of you in the helmet. Good to see those jawas even if they showed up with damaged cards. Amazon will never learn. Trying to save a buc by shipping cheaper you would think is gonna cost them twice as much in the long run.
Thanks that was my best Porkins impression. We need Porkins a Star Wars story.
In this case Amazon tried too hard, if it was just one figure in the box it would necessitate the packing material, but with two it just squashed the bubbles. Either that, or they sold me rejects.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 18, 2021, 06:36:47 AM
I guess its possible.

EE did try to send me the same damaged one I sent back before so I wonder how many other companies do it. Probably all.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on September 19, 2021, 11:37:03 AM
Came home Friday night from officiating a high school football game and VOILA my box had arrived.
Finally received my 5th 32" X-Wing fighter. Now I have enough for a full squad.
The fun part is going to be rearranging all of the ships hanging from my basement ceiling so I can show the X-Wings flying in combat formation.
I love a good collection rearrangement project.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 20, 2021, 02:29:41 AM
Nice,

I hope you give us a pic of those X-Wings when you get them situated.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on September 20, 2021, 05:08:05 PM
Will do.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on September 22, 2021, 01:12:21 PM
My brother gave me a box of mostly potf2 potj and some legacy figures, that he got at liquidation price, and kept in storage.  I definitely needed Ephant Mon and the bacta tank. I'll have custom fodder to last me a long time... long time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 23, 2021, 02:31:48 AM
Wow, now thats what I call a box of goodies. I got in a box from EE yesterday. I need to see whats in it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 25, 2021, 05:45:35 AM
It was the Gaming Greats Stormtrooper. Still showed up with some damaged to the J Peg, but I am calling it a win for the most part. I should have one more coming.

Still haven't seen my Ahsoka wave figures show up yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 03, 2021, 06:16:16 AM
Been waiting on this one for awhile. Wow, best Ahsoka yet!
(https://i.imgur.com/qFf6rCk.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 07, 2021, 11:53:15 AM
Got my own personalized "Star Wars" trading card made at the @Topps "Make Your Own Card" booth!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 08, 2021, 04:20:22 AM
Nice Dan!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 11, 2021, 05:36:42 AM
EE is shipping these out one at a time. Must be horrendous with shipping, but slowly getting caught up:
(https://i.imgur.com/FUPiS9U.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 13, 2021, 12:47:28 PM
That's really nice, Tamer! Glad to see your pre-orders arrive in good condition. That's a nice sort of reward for the long wait.

I was happy to see that SmythsToys received antoher batch of this amazing wave from Hasbro Germany. They shipped quite well for big box standards, arrived with the usual dents and scratches, but I was going to open them anyway. IF  (http://)TungHori still had the latest figures for less than MRSP (which is $21 here by now), I'd still buy from him instead...but it just doesn't pay off anymore, so I rather support SmythsToys and Hasbro directly. It's been a while since I opened a TVC figure.

(https://i.imgur.com/sIMLpdQ.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 14, 2021, 02:32:19 AM
Hey, there is the whole wave. Nice! I am still waiting on Echo and my Jawa.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 14, 2021, 02:44:34 AM
Got my own personalized "Star Wars" trading card made at the @Topps "Make Your Own Card" booth!

Hey Dan, that's one awesome offer from Topps! Your card turned out fantastic!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 14, 2021, 02:46:23 AM
Hey, there is the whole wave. Nice! I am still waiting on Echo and my Jawa.

EE makes it feel like December. Now you got to open one figure at a time - like a Star Wars Advent Calendar! lol

Where has the year gone?!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 14, 2021, 02:53:02 AM
Yeah, I am not sure where the year has gone already. Feels like it is flying by.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 17, 2021, 02:28:34 PM
This might be bigger than I think...


Found these 6" figures loose on ebay and the seller gave me two 3D printed parts for FREE because I bought 5 at once. So we chatted a little bit and he even gave me his number. So I'm going to call him tomorrow.
He's into 3D printing and willing to share his knowledge in order to support other customizers.
As far as I can tell now he's the nicest dude I've ever met on ebay.
I paid 60€ for all this shipped!

(https://i.imgur.com/FdRXFKf.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/TdRpBpY.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/TuPF1nq.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/t4mE8zj.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/DZmfkaJ.jpg)

A friend of mine has been telling me for years that 3D printing is the perfect thing for me. So folks this might be the day I officially get into it! I'm excited and "this is where the fun begins"...

I'll keep you updated! And by the way I was really impressed by the cannon: it smoothly rotates around 2 axis and there are no print lines on the crate. The reason for this is because they were printed in a resin printer - for just. 170€. It might be a good time to get started now. But before I buy my own printer, I'll get deeply into software skills first!
To be continued on our new 3D printing thread (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?board=130.0)...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 18, 2021, 02:31:14 AM
Wow, awesome items and great free stuff.

I sure hope you get a 3D Printer. I hope you let us follow your journey if you do.

It really does seem like the way to go. I mean if you can design it, you can have exactly anything you want in whatever scale you want.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 29, 2021, 08:09:46 AM
Well I got this Pulse Con Exclusive in. Hasbro ships well!

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/6lxkJsco63wzug2i1lV3Ootj7h5OrRHBRMP0i3baEHYU_kDiqz06oruZc_BDikw8cCt4Aqnm1ZA9RRz0cEhrPh9BS0o7ZNTj7g2EpeeFgANlSc0p8WjPIvmYCzarYfelLALniyAi4A=w2400)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/wg1BO_wHylVIvYGowCsNcNe-kRhgGzYtQX0-Xi6SSowSNKJt5wQKmilt3gl7Plu4toHNrcrvaK6em8_s-Xnnd8gQH2KeEo1B73TaWbhZ0LAVxLqxpzKfv2SDtaeSgcsIyLgrgP22QQ=w2400)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/ZDxI-PvejBmOqtfsHq4zaqMNPUjjjzkEKjZSyZvKxx3LzbJ-xeilbnTkBCXZiSi1hFdUMpb6PbMZFvq1JjkPKDGEh2UGOqeaMs-FeHOc2uQix-aGfNIeZHnucaEzzHomSCynqqRlPQ=w2400)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on October 30, 2021, 10:00:18 AM
I got my emperor's throne room today. I was pretty pissed that it was an exclusive, but hasbro pulse has gotten really good about keeping products in stock. Which makes sense seeing how pulse is supposed to be directly linked to hasbro. So good job!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 31, 2021, 05:00:39 AM
Yeah, it does seem pretty nice. I was beginning to think I was the only one who got one!

You planning on making a full scene out of it JDeck?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on November 01, 2021, 06:08:19 PM
Yeah, it does seem pretty nice. I was beginning to think I was the only one who got one!

You planning on making a full scene out of it JDeck?

Well i was planning to incorporate it into an imperial army display. It sucks space walls went bankrupt. They were expensive before the licence. Now, forget about it. I can probably get 3d printed walls or something.  I still like my 5poa emperor. But the head on this one is better than that smiling one for the regular release.  We'll see what I end up doing with it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 03, 2021, 04:21:05 AM
Those parts look pretty cool, DM.
I’m digging that throne room set. That looks like something I need here at the house.

I did get a box from BBTS the other day with a beskar Mando and some echos. Their shipping has been effected as well and there are several pre ordered late arrivals I am still awaiting to surface.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on November 10, 2021, 02:33:26 PM
Today's Target score!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 11, 2021, 05:58:52 AM
Nice Dan and minty fresh too. Man I haven't seen a decent cardback on the pegs in awhile now.

I actually got a couple things in this week too including the R5 Deer which showed up warped (but at least I can flatten that out) and this:

Man is it sweet, I can't wait till they make this in 3.75" scale too. It will look fantastic on a vintage card. Bet they unveil one soon for 6" (vintage carded) too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on November 26, 2021, 05:27:44 PM
That mortar trooper is awesome. Yeah I can only hope they make a tvc one.

I did a little toy hunt. I picked up 3 more IG-11s to make 5, at Walmart/Target and a Teebo. I left Lando and emperor, I have them, and they're not exactly army builders. I might go back for a lando for custom fodder.

Speaking of teebo, i did my ewok Wednesday tradition of watching the ewok movies, also I watched the ewok cartoon on D+. Man what a wierd cartoon. I can't wait for book of boba fett or even bad batch.

I'm planning to individualize my IG squad, paint them different colors. Here's a preview....
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on November 26, 2021, 06:13:24 PM
Friday Mail Call!

Got a package of "Star Wars" accessories from a friend on Facebook!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 26, 2021, 07:30:33 PM
Picked this guy up at a GameStop the other day
Exclusive price point

Snow trooper body, head reminds me of the old Clone Wars flame trooper
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 27, 2021, 08:12:55 AM
Man, nice IG's JDeck. I don't think I have found one on a good card yet.

Clint, I haven't even been in a Game Stop in years. I need to find that figure.

I did get in my two Shadow Stormies from EE. They were much better this time, but still not perfect cards. I am wondering what is going on with Hasbro.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 02, 2021, 02:04:40 PM
I was missing this one

Can you believe I’m collecting carded figures now
Missing about 4 with the Mandalorian logo now
Just the troopers still left to snag
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 03, 2021, 04:00:18 AM
Carded figures? Clint? Wow!

I supossedly had some boxes delivered yesterday from Hasbro. I need to go see what I have.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 03, 2021, 06:16:53 AM
It’s happened before Shawn. I have the whole set of McQuarrie TAC concept figures MOC in a tote somewhere, even the exclusives.
  Those classified Joes that I pick up are still all unopened and in good boxes. That Ram cycle box had a little ding but that’s the only one I can think of. My newest collection, the Vintage collection Mandalorian figures all carded, no carbonized cards, are just propped up next to the vintage 12 inch stuff in the stairwell going down to the basement. I like to see it grow there, figure by figure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 05, 2021, 07:00:21 AM
LOL, just messing with you Clint. You know I am mainly carded.

Glad to see you finding stuff. I have three boxes from Hasbro I need to open. I swear I think they sent one order off in three different boxes.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on December 05, 2021, 07:39:07 PM
You guys are lucky.
I haven't been able to find ANYTHING for over a year.
My wallyworlds and target StarWars sections have been bare.
I don't think the stores in my area are even trying to restock their shelves/pegs.
How I long for the days of 2005 when an entire aisle was filled with figures and ships.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on December 06, 2021, 02:04:23 AM
I wish I had taken pictures when I stood in front of the pegs filled with figures back in 2005. The #41 Clone Trooper lit the fire and let me catch the Star Wars fever back then.
It's very nice to see that you found some TVC figures in stores, again. Distribution seems to be awful at the moment or maybe the lack of interest for the Sequels broke the neck of the franchise.
Ten years ago I never thought that availability of Star Wars Action toys would be better here in Europe than in the U.S. - it had always been that way, but by now it's quite the opposite.  :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 06, 2021, 04:01:59 AM
I got in two Mandalorian Jawas and Echo. All three cards had damage and they were in pristine boxes. I don't know what they are doing in the factories, but I am thinking the cards are getting damaged there. Gonna try to deal with Hasbro's customer service today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 08, 2021, 04:17:12 AM
Well I got another one in from Hasbro. This one was momc:

(https://i.imgur.com/V1UuB4O.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 08, 2021, 09:18:16 AM
Pretty card, Shawn. Man, USPS is sure pokey nowadays. Any midsized parcels have added days to their cross country transit. I have multiple I’m tracking, both outbound and inbound and they just seem to sit mid shipment for days, it seems. I sent out a large oversized parcel that made it to California in 3 days last week which is days ahead of when the normal sized stuff will arrive. Too much mail and not enough help.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 09, 2021, 04:00:22 AM
my boxes from Hasbro have actually been coming in fine. I think the cards are getting damaged when they put em in cases or when they start removing them from the case and shipping the single orders.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 09, 2021, 05:02:04 AM
Found a black series tech at target yesterday
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 10, 2021, 03:45:44 AM
Very nice Clint
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 10, 2021, 01:02:53 PM
Got this one in the mail today
He shipped it wrapped in bubble wrap in a bubble mailer envelope, Shawn.

Not too warpy but certainly not perfect

Still missing a few but here they are lined up
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 11, 2021, 05:49:34 AM
Trust me, Wal-Mart normally ships worse than that Clint.

Speaking of not so great shipping I got in the first of my Target DROIDS Figures. It was shipped in a box that was to small for the length and it warped the top of the card (think I can bend it back) and then had a sticker on the back of the card. I am happy to report it peeled off without damage.

(https://i.imgur.com/lUsMM6W.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/eol0fPn.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 11, 2021, 08:27:27 AM
Yet another exclusive line I knew nothing about

Looks nice, Shawn
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on December 11, 2021, 12:52:56 PM
 Glad it comes off easy. It doesn't look bad though overall. That item in particular is meant to be on card, shame retailers don't understand that.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 12, 2021, 05:18:30 AM
Glad it comes off easy. It doesn't look bad though overall. That item in particular is meant to be on card, shame retailers don't understand that.

Yeah, every Q and A I do with Hasbro they say they are gonna make sure the retailers know, but somewhere along the line someone doesn't care enough to ship these correctly.

I wonder what the other two I got will look like? Hopefully not worse. And you gotta wonder why they didn't ship them all out at the same time?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 12, 2021, 05:48:51 AM
That is weird. Like they weren’t originally produced in the same location.
    Or one of the case packers said “I need me one o these Fetts”, and split the case up. Not sure
I’ll keep an eye open for them

Honestly, it’s frustrating being a collector who broke in when the brick and mortar stores were kings of the toy scene.
    All of this pre ordering, crowd funding, minutely produced exclusives released without warning, mystery variants that may or may not show up at any of the stores you know, cancellations, delays, I mean, geez!
  What a pain in the butt
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 13, 2021, 03:34:49 AM
Yes, the number of store exclusives and how they break information is making it very hard to keep up. I swear the last few weeks they have added new figures and new store exclusives everyday.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on December 13, 2021, 05:33:15 AM
Yes, the number of store exclusives and how they break information is making it very hard to keep up. I swear the last few weeks they have added new figures and new store exclusives everyday.

Yeah it's that whole bring home the Bounty thing. Every week until the end of the year they release new star wars stuff. Not always hasbro. I always end up forgetting.  Tomorrow something is supposed to drop, may or may not be hasbro.
https://www.starwars.com/bring-home-the-bounty
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 13, 2021, 05:15:52 PM
Ahh, I forgot about that promo as well.

Got my remnant stormie in the mail today.
Pretty card and nice shipping box this time, Shawn.
Don’t know about the Grogu and Mando on the same card. Walmart exclusives……wish they packed the end caps with em like 10 years ago.

Private seller
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on December 16, 2021, 03:32:56 PM
I got a case of the old Walmart exclusive Scarif Stormtrooper. So thats 12 plus the 15 i already had, for 27 total. Too bad these came with the E-11, instead of their iconic E-22. I think ill arm them with miscellaneous weapons though. Scatterblasters, quad cannons, rotary cannons, grenade launchers, missile launchers, all that good stuff.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on December 17, 2021, 12:46:43 AM
Wow, I love your battalion of coastal Stormtroopers. I really like the footage on Scarif and agree that Hasbro could have given us both blasters with several repacks of the Scarif Stormtrooper and a MRSP of $12.99/21.99€!
I think you made great use of different weapons for your soldiers! FialaFernbrugg surprised me by giving the 2-Pack with the Squad Leader to me. And of course Hasbro included the E-22 blaster with this 5POA figure. If this tenth of a gram more of plastic made a difference in cost for Hasbro. But I'm going to recast it to also gave the resin casts some nice paint & scratches. Thanks for sharing your pictures! Army-building is always fun to look at!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 17, 2021, 03:30:35 AM
Wow, now thats a lot of troopers. Nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 19, 2021, 06:06:31 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/bLAv5tt.jpg)

Hasbro Pulse order in. Mostly ok. Man, I don't know who is punching the pegs out but they have to stop creasing the card where the peg punch is.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 19, 2021, 08:03:22 PM
Nice score Jdeck!

You would think they could come unpunched, coming from pulse and all, Shawn.

Frustrating seeing that stuff I had pre ordered is showing up in the stores yet my preorders are still not in.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 20, 2021, 08:25:43 AM
Yeah, its a pain seeing how just a bit more care could result in better cards.

It does stink seeing stuff how up in stores that hasn't shipped yet. Story of my collecting life as I don't really live near any good stores.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 20, 2021, 03:27:58 PM
You know battlepacks were cool, but these are nice. I like everything about them in a nice compact box.

(https://i.imgur.com/TdgbSn0.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 20, 2021, 03:30:55 PM
Cool buddy.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on December 21, 2021, 02:06:40 PM
Got my 2 pulse stormtrooper sets too. It was packed alright, but one of them still got a little crushed on the corner, not that I care. I do like the boxes though I'll keep them to put accessories or something in. That brings my stormtrooper count almost to 100, not counting variants.

Also got my TungHori order. 2x shadow troopers, 1× scout, wicket Cad bane. I like the older all black shadow stormtroopers better than the gaming greats one. I think I have 5 each now. That'll do. I think I have 18 scouts all together. Probably get 2 more at some point.

EE claims they're processing my bo katan bib fortuna case. Yeah that's what irritates me the most about preordering, is finding them in stores before my preorder even ships. I'm always the last one to get my stuff. No matter if I use EE BBTS, Amazon, pulse, always last. And i order as soon as they're available.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 22, 2021, 04:01:34 AM
Yeah, if you have stores to go to, I bet that stinks.

What I don't get lately is no matter what my orders are they are only putting one figure per box?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 23, 2021, 06:12:21 AM
Got in another Stormtrooper 4 pack and this. Wow it has been the mintiest card I have seen in a long while (Entertainment Earth)

(https://i.imgur.com/dRHWuqb.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 24, 2021, 04:29:16 PM
Nice scores guys!
Has anyone found that clone wars wave at Walmart that is showing up in the action alley cardboard kiosks at a horrid $19.99 each?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 26, 2021, 05:50:47 AM
Clint I haven't been in a store to see, but know what you are talking about.

I got the new Book of Boba Halmark ornament and a couple of Boba T-shirts for Christmas. I am telling you that Book of Boba Throne could so work with 3.75" figures.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 26, 2021, 09:58:04 AM
Sunday morning Walmart score!

I wasn't planning on going toy hunting today as I have been ill since Friday night, but I needed some groceries and found these :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 27, 2021, 07:12:50 AM
Nice pick ups Dan.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 28, 2021, 08:42:14 AM
Sweet find Dan!
Got a carbonized shore trooper at a Walmart that didnt have the cardboard display. They also had the galactic snacking Grogu. I only know of one store out of 5 or 6 that has the display.

This shore trooper will be part of that carded collection, Shawn. As will those two that Dan showed us. Getting bigger every month now I have to find one of those carbonized death troopers or the carded one that will come with the bar scene would be nice also.

Dans find is another example of figures hitting the store before their preordered versions hit my front porch.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on December 28, 2021, 12:47:50 PM
I wasn't planning on going toy hunting today as I have been ill since Friday night, but I needed some groceries and found these :)

Hey Dan, I hope you're feeling better by now! If it helps a bit, I felt miserable since Saturday 2 am as well. And it set me out of order 'til yesterday. I know quite a few people who got sick over Christmas. It's often like that when all stress is relieved and the body says, well goodnight then. In my case it was my stomach.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on December 28, 2021, 12:56:57 PM
Dans find is another example of figures hitting the store before their preordered versions hit my front porch.

That's an interesting point here, Clint! And what's even more impressive to me is the condition of your cards! Excellent finds, gentlemen! It's almost too good to believe that Walmart a) has figures at all on pegs again and b) they are not crushed like they had been rolled over by a Tiger VI!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 28, 2021, 02:47:03 PM
So I did arrive late to a Walmart that must have also had this case as I found a bib fortuna, and what a pretty card it is.
Should have went to that one yesterday. They did have parts of that carbonized wave as well.

Also, we went to a Tuesday Morning store which is kind of a TJ Maxx type store that will sometimes get overstocked items from other sources

There I found 2 tantive 4 play sets at $19.99 each

Had to bring them home
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 29, 2021, 06:29:46 AM
Nice price on those Tantive Sets Clint!

I need to make sure I have my wife check the SW aisle if she goes into a store today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 29, 2021, 12:49:41 PM
I forgot to mention that Bib fortuna had not been entered into the stores system yet and it wouldn’t ring up at the likely self serve register.
The CSM who cleared it put in $5 as the figure cost before I rang up.
  Didnt stop at Walmart today but I am curious about what’s on the pegs.
I wonder about those early shipped classified joes as well.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on December 29, 2021, 03:43:35 PM
I got my bo katan wave case today from EE. Good cards of course, factory sealed case. It's a really great wave. Would like an extra mythrol and bib fortuna though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 29, 2021, 05:37:11 PM
Nice mail call, jdeck. Still waiting on BBTS for this one

The wife picked up this Book of Boba ornament for me today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 30, 2021, 08:28:59 AM
Nice JDeck, I am waiting on my case from EE of that same wave.

Clint, awesome ornament, it is one my family got me for Xmas too. To me, this was the best one they offered this year.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 04, 2022, 05:10:34 PM
A coworker picked this up on clearance for me :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 05, 2022, 03:29:46 AM
Now this is how you should get your figures (this one shipped from EE):

(https://i.imgur.com/ztbR5N5.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on January 10, 2022, 04:52:08 PM
Now this is how you should get your figures (this one shipped from EE):

(https://i.imgur.com/ztbR5N5.jpg)

This is the way. As long as they're not flooded with repacks or bad ones anyway, I'll buy cases. Less likely to get bad cards too. If Pulse offered full cases I'd go through them.


I got a couple of Tantive IV playsets. I didn't get them at first because the Rebel fleet troopers were so expensive, id be better off buying 4 playsets, just for the figures. Since pulse offered the fleet trooper 4pack, i was glad to get a couple. Fortunately, on Amazon the playsets and vehicles can go for under MSRP. I got these at $32 each, of course after I bought them the price lowered to under $30. Still a good deal.

Was playing with it, once I got the two together, tried a Rogue One shot. I could be doing it wrong because I don't read instructions, but I had to flip one side to make a hallway. It's really not a big deal, but there is a difference. Ill find the instructions, and see what's up with that. Found the instructions, none for joining two sets together in this configuration, so you have to flip one side, up side down to get it to work.  Anyway I used the Rogue one Vader with the 5poa cape.  Lightsaber effect with the saber android app.  Smoke effect using the microfogger3.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 10, 2022, 06:10:22 PM
Monday Mail Call!

Big thanks go out to Pluv from Joe Customs for picking this up for me while on vacation at Disney last week :)

The MA-13 gondola droid is made of BAD parts!

You can turn ANY astromech into a gondola droid!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on January 21, 2022, 11:23:23 AM
Got my TVC Maldo Kries deluxe mando.  Once the 6" scale spider comes in, one of the first set ups I'll do for the crest is maldo kreis.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on January 21, 2022, 01:15:38 PM
Oh, I wish I had both of those!
Very nice scores.
That hallway shot was great!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 21, 2022, 05:21:36 PM
Friday Mail Call!

Mysterious Stranger from Joe Customs picked up the last set of Disney park exclusive droids I wanted!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 22, 2022, 10:04:45 AM
Got my set in. Damaged. Again. Just sayin. :(
(https://i.imgur.com/OwBt0oW.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 23, 2022, 08:04:30 AM
Look what finally showed up.

(https://i.imgur.com/3tQsoBQ.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on January 24, 2022, 07:19:27 AM
Oh boy, it's been a while. But seeing this makes it worth the long wait. They wrote how secure these boxes are in their latest update. Glad to see yours arrived in perfect condition. Gotta love strong carton and extra large bubble wrap! Can't wait to take a look at mine when I come pick it up in Michigan this or next summer.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on January 24, 2022, 07:25:33 AM
I got a loose Force FX lightsaber of Darth Revan, now! Found it on ebay yesterday and spontaneously picked it up. The box got lost because the house was on fire, the pre-owner told me. He also told me that he paid 249.99€ when I bought it on Amazon two years ago. And he told me not to fight with it. He didn't and I believe him according to the condition. So all electronics work. And I got it for just 90€. On the flipside I spent 35€ on gas and the tip of the blade is missing. He said he got it like this.
I'll ask Hasbro for a replacement. And if they don't have one, I'll just fix it myself.
For 125€ with only minor dents here and there I think it was still a good deal and a nice 2.5 hours ride.

(https://i.imgur.com/fAQL6ID.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/LsZjsWp.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/LO7zCIt.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on January 24, 2022, 04:30:50 PM
Anytime you can pick up a working Revan saber for that price you are the winner of finding the deal of the day.

My latest front door arrivals are as follows.
18" Ezra Bridger and Stormtrooper large figures 2 pack.
21" Chewbacca large figure.
Richard Petty Attack of the Clones Nascar race car mint in box.
Darth Tater mint in box.
R2 PotatoTwo mint in box.
Spud Trooper mint in box.
The great thing about the Tater Head figs is that all 3 boxes say "Mr. Potato Head".


Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 25, 2022, 04:05:32 AM
Those potatoe heads are great.

Man, what a steal on that saber.

And the book is great. Feels like leafing through time. I said I have that one and I have that one somewhere too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on January 25, 2022, 03:43:46 PM
No I'm not a quest for cars. I just pick em up when I find one for a great price.
Today I received my Jeff Gordon episode 1 Nascar race car.
Looks really cool sitting next to the Richard Petty car.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on January 26, 2022, 06:44:05 AM
Man, what a steal on that saber.

Yes, 100€ to be negotiated was already a nice price. But that was before I knew the tip was missing.
Hasbro's customer service replied me within 24 hours and said they don't have an replacement for it because the item is FOB. I was expecting that. Not sure what FOB means, but it should basically say it's out of production and not in stock anymore.
They said I can still return it where I bought it, which doesn't apply for me anymore. The pre-owner could've returned it to Amazon if he really bought it there AND if the tip didn't break off in a "fight".

I'll now just fix it with a cast of acrylic plastic. Next message to Hasbro is already sent.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on February 04, 2022, 01:16:51 AM
Picked up some figures in Düsseldorf last night. It’s a dude around 30 who started a business and earns some extra bucks by selling action figures. He gave me 5% on my first order at his online store. And most interesting here to say is that those TVC CLONE WARS figures come in solid cases! That’s why the B1 and the blue ARC Trooper are still missing. Revan was sold out instantly and he therefore has no replacement for that damaged card. I said it’s perfect for me to open then.

The trains were late last night and due to construction along the tracks everything was out of schedule last night. So it took me some extra miles walking last night, but at least I can now say that I took my Star Wars figgies on a lil roadtrip! What a holiday! I’m the pilot is a great action figures as well. So hope to see Bodhi added to the VC lineup, too.


(https://i.imgur.com/5LOWBY5.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 04, 2022, 04:48:58 AM
Nice to see some new figs. Philipp you got some great ones. I bet I never see that TCW ARC Trooper.

I got in my Rebel Fleet Troopers:

(https://i.imgur.com/RguRLQ2.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on February 06, 2022, 08:26:23 PM
Got some belated Christmas presents today :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on February 08, 2022, 08:34:07 PM
I went ahead and got another case of 12 TBS3.75 WME scarif troopers. I already bagged them up, temporarily.  So with the ones coming from pulse I'll have 46 grunts, 5 squad leaders and 3 captains, for a platoon of 50 plus. That's it, not getting anymore.

Also got 3 rocket launchers from shapeways https://www.shapeways.com/product/3TLFLPQUV/imperial-rocket-launcher-3-75-scale?optionId=169968965&li=shops   , I'm giving to my scout platoon.
And a TL-50 heavy blaster for my heavy shoretrooper squad.  https://www.shapeways.com/product/ED6ZMYH2S/prhi-star-wars-tl-50-heavy-repeater-3-3-4-quot-scale?li=marketplace&optionId=169790394
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on February 09, 2022, 04:16:57 AM
This is amazing, JD! Such a great army with such cool accessories!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 09, 2022, 04:38:06 AM
JDeck is getting serious!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 12, 2022, 07:11:16 AM
Well it showed up safe and sound yesterday!

(https://i.imgur.com/t8LL0dv.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on February 12, 2022, 03:12:49 PM
Awesome! Are you going to open it?
Mines supposed to arrive before Wednesday. I'll probably keep it boxed until I'm ready to set up some photographs.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 13, 2022, 05:57:04 AM
Awesome! Are you going to open it?
Mines supposed to arrive before Wednesday. I'll probably keep it boxed until I'm ready to set up some photographs.

Yeah, that is my opinion on it too. I don't quite have the collection room squared away enough to get this out. I get way over this covid I am gonna do some rearranging with the idea to be able to get this and my Khetanna out.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on February 16, 2022, 09:59:44 AM
I did get my RazorCrest monday. I still have it in its case. There it will stay until called for. I do want to do a maldo kreis scene with the spiders, and I want to do the puttin the RazorCrest back together montage scene from episode 2.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 17, 2022, 03:43:47 AM
JDeck, I like the sound of your plans.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on February 17, 2022, 02:24:17 PM
I got an order from TungHori. 4 K2-SO and 2 Tie pilots. After seeing the episode of TBOBF, with the Mandalorian purge, with the Terminator like kx droids, I needed some more tvc ones. I had 6, mostly the 5poa ones. The legs on a couple are bent to hell, maybe some hot water will help.
I actually prefer the 5poa tie pilots, to these, but they're cheap. I need to focus my army building now on tie pilots and death star troopers.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on February 17, 2022, 02:41:11 PM
Tamer: So great to see your Crest's shipper box arrived in great shape! Mine seems to be on the way as well...

JDeck: Your army-building progress has been amazing to watch! I really like the new concept of K2 as well! That is one well done scene in TBOBF...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on February 17, 2022, 02:45:26 PM
Couldn't resist to get those 3 ships for 45€ and two figures for 25€. Ships and Shaak Ti are going to be used for future custom projects. And I remember seeing Mrs Gargan on discount for 6€ back in 2009 or so. Never recognized that she has 6 breasts! Now 13 years later, I got her for 15€ only missing the drinking cup...

(https://i.imgur.com/X4WtTEE.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/hvzocGb.jpg)
70€ shipped!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on February 17, 2022, 06:55:37 PM
Awsome lot DM! Yeah It took me a while to figure out she had six breasts, i just thought she had fat rolls. The vehicles are awesome! I've come to realize the seperatists probably would have won if it weren't for Palpatine getting involved.

Tamer: So great to see your Crest's shipper box arrived in great shape! Mine seems to be on the way as well...

JDeck: Your army-building progress has been amazing to watch! I really like the new concept of K2 as well! That is one well done scene in TBOBF...

Yeah man the army is coming along. I ordered total of 22 din and migs morak driver disguise figures. 15 for tank drivers and 7 for a custom project I'm really excited for, but they won't release until November.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 18, 2022, 03:54:47 AM
Nice droid ships!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on February 26, 2022, 05:48:34 PM
I got a disney parks Krykna spider, to go with my Maldo Kries spiders. Then I realized I needed more last night so I bought a few more maldo kreis spiders in a figure lot, that I thought was a good deal. I have the TBS Maldo Kries set coming some time, don't know when though.
Once I get them I'll open up my razorcrest and set up a photoshoot, with all my spiders.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 27, 2022, 06:03:43 AM
That is a lof of spiders!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 01, 2022, 03:48:13 AM
Had a friend just get back from Disney World. Look what he brought me!

(https://i.imgur.com/6qTdAmg.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 02, 2022, 12:14:11 AM
JDeck: Thanks for your comment! Yes, I think so too just by the pure mass of Separatist forces...I mean how many droids and vehicles can you produce during the time of raising a Clone, right?

Awesome to see that spider from Disney parks! They'd be smart to sell their merch outside the parks as well cause I won't get there any day soon. Sometimes it seems they pay attention to what their licensees produce and offer matching sets like this cool spidey! Thanks for sharing!


Tamer: Thanks! Man, I wish I had friends like you do! This is a cool set of droids. It was about time for an update of that R1 droid...I'll be back with my next store reports later today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on March 07, 2022, 08:26:33 AM
Great scores all around!
Man, I like that droid set.
      Got a semi delayed box from BBTS the other day.
By now, I had already acquired 3 of the black series figures also included in this box.
Black series Bo Katan, and the two other bad batch members from this case set, I had already gotten previously “ not pictured”
  My vintage collection Bo Katan had a slight crease on the card up by the peg hole.
  I have her and the carded TVC Death trooper that came with the Bar set with the rest of that displayed collection in the basement stairwell now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 08, 2022, 03:18:20 AM
Nice pick ups Clint.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 13, 2022, 03:25:11 AM
Found two model kits of Revell and AMT/ERTL. Grievous' Starfighter was 10€ and AMT's AAT 15€. Both models are 1/32 scale, but is as big as Hasbro's version with different details. It almost feels as if Kenner/Hasbro and AMT/ERTL shared some tooling back in the 90's.

(https://i.imgur.com/Fhf7EhS.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/1xsFJDv.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/40NSJzQ.jpg)

Grievous' Starfighter is officially in 1/32 scale as well, BUT is much smaller than the AAT. And as ever so often I think Lucasfilm should re-define some of their vehicles dimensions.
It also fits the Star Wars Miniatures by Wizards of the Coast perfectly, which are about 1/48 or 1/50 scale.


(https://i.imgur.com/YOIseVL.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/kTTneI6.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 13, 2022, 05:58:37 AM
Interesting to see how close those two tanks are.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 15, 2022, 01:14:10 AM
It really is crazy, they have the same dimensions! And according to Wookieepedia it really is 1/32 scale in this size...and I thought 1/24 scale should work for 1/18 figures...oh well I think it's time to build my own AAT from scratch...

(https://i.imgur.com/NMRY1kO.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 15, 2022, 02:59:19 AM
Now thats a great idea.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 15, 2022, 11:16:13 AM
Back in February I ordered a few items from a comic shop here in Germany.
Mike has really fair prices:

- TVC The Mandalorian (Maldo Kreis): 26€
- TVC Boba Fett (DROIDS): 25€

- TBS Kit Fisto: 25€
- TBS Anakin Skywalker (Padawan): 25€
- TBS Trapper Wolf (PulseCon 2021 Exclusive): 40€

- TCW Commemorative Tin 4-Pack: 40€


(https://i.imgur.com/zFNk7Js.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 15, 2022, 11:45:33 AM
Today the rest of my first order (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=3744.msg228130#msg228130) from a local dealer arrived. My TVC Clone Wars Set is now complete and I'm really happy about the Nevarro Cantina Playset, which is smaller than I expected.
The cardback of Bo Katan has several creases, so I take this as a sign and open it after TungHori let me down last time (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=6995.msg228429#msg228429). The rest of the cards is in good condition:

- TVC Nevarro Cantina Playset: 59€
- TVC Wave Set of 4: 79,90€
- TVC Clone Wars Wave 50th Lucasfilm Set of 6: 20,49€ each


(https://i.imgur.com/hNEewvY.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/vPsUWH7.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 16, 2022, 02:53:35 AM
Wow Philipp, you are making to big scores. I don't know when I will ever get that Droids Boba Fett. Man, just a lot of great items.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 22, 2022, 02:53:45 AM
Well ordered on Sunday and delivered on a Monday. All they did was slap a mailing sticker to the box. Glad it got here in good shape.
(https://i.imgur.com/0fDnA8q.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 25, 2022, 02:48:36 AM
Got my BOSS!
(https://i.imgur.com/iv2I8I8.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 28, 2022, 07:23:32 AM
@Tamer: Glad to see that your Clone Trooper Set and RC-1138 arrrived in good condition! So glad that Amazon USA indeed received more of those TVC Bad Batch Sets. So if there's demand, Hasbro can deliver more -  at least for the most powerful seller in the world! That's a good sign in my book.


Found this Clone Wars Set including Commander Jet, which I had missed a couple of times before.
The seller wanted 45€ shipped first. But then he claimed 100€ because Jet was worth that much alone he said. So at the end of the day he sold me all this for 80€ shipped:

(https://i.imgur.com/nYyYynD.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 28, 2022, 07:28:06 AM
Found this Red 2 X-Wing of The Legacy Collection on ebay for 75€ shipped. This time around it comes with the original box. The blaster is missing and the second (brown) ladder is from playmobil. So it's the second TLC X-Wing of Wedge Antilles that I found and came without the red ladder...maybe 3D printing will safe me here...

(https://i.imgur.com/hIwVcAE.jpg)


One of my favorite details of this purchase is the price tag on the box: It says 49.99€ instead of 84.00€ MRSP. And I identify it as a price tag from T.K. MAXX - man, I wish I had already known of TK MAXX back in 2009...didn't even know they had such big Star Wars items here in Germany back in the days...

(https://i.imgur.com/5qoJu2Q.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 29, 2022, 04:58:46 AM
Great stuff Philipp. The Legacy Collection gave us such a great set of AFs and vehicles.

I can remember going to get my Falcon and AT-TE. I think I have that same X-Wing somewhere. Gotta wonder if Hasbro is ever gonna release vehicles anymore?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 31, 2022, 03:14:49 AM
Got my Disney Set in. Its actually pretty nice even though I really only wanted the AT-AT Driver!

(http://i.imgur.com/I3oWiEM.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/xrmfy4D.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/FgJnkke.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/KrZdxCc.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/E4EiMGj.jpg)

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 02, 2022, 07:26:01 AM
So great to see that you finally got this pack to tick off your wish list. The AT-AT Driver looks cool, so do the Astromech and Mouse Droid. Thanks for sharing your latest score! As you know I'm a big fan of the Droideka. By accident I found this POTJ Mega Action Destroyer Droid (http://rebelscum.com/potjmegaddroid.asp), which I always wanted to have because it actually folds up!
It also fits the 6" figures really well because it's about 1/12 scale. I got it for the starting bid of 5€ and it arrived in good condition for 8,79€ last week:

(https://i.imgur.com/X0ps1CX.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/eUIodLp.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/nDRq2K9.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/jIg72db.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/3uAEgtR.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/6pPRLvk.jpg)

If you're not sure how to fold it, here's a great review by Starpool295 (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCII-Ohn6cVleYsk0vKsRRVw)


Star Wars Mega Action Destroyer Droid action figure review

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 02, 2022, 07:35:09 AM
Last week I got lucky once again by finding a second TBS6 Snowspeeder on ebay Kleinanzeigen.
I already got one of those new for 90€ on Amazon.de before it finally sold out there. Prices went up ever since then and now some are sold for 200€ or more...

But I found this one here and got it for 110€ shipped. This reminds me of how awesome it can be to be a loose collector and also reminds me of the basement of my cousins' in which I think I saw a Snowspeeder in this scale. It's more than 22 years ago and I still don't know what it was exactly. Did AMT/ERTL ever release a Snowspeeder at that scale? What I also remember is that they had a F-16 Fghter Jet in 1/18 scale on their fridge...impressive stuff and this Snowspeeder is so well done by Hasbro. I hope they do more vehicles for The Black Series and The Vintage Collection.


(https://i.imgur.com/2wvHZPO.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/rjLGPew.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/zkcdXcd.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 03, 2022, 05:51:33 AM
Awesome snowspeeder. Yeah, they need to release a few of those again. I remember for the anniversary of TESB they released one of these and the cloud car if I am remembering correctly.

That droideka is great too. I didn't even know what one existed. Looks great for six inch scale.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 06, 2022, 09:27:46 AM
Still no new vehicles for either of the lines in today's Fans' First Wednesday...*sigh* Makes me even happier that I finally pulled the trigger on Antoc Merrick's X-Wing for 130€. Didn't go on clearance  and I'm glad I still got it a little cheaper because the initial sales price here in Germany was 159,99€.
Found this one on Kaufland.de (similar to Walmart) and it was sold by Electro Polis from Spain.
So I got it for 141€ shipped from Spain and it arrived in okay condition. Glad, I'm not a MISB collector:

(https://i.imgur.com/rYomDal.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/IdoxTVr.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ig7lMwZ.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/t7jZjn0.jpg)

Here's the link if you live in Europe and this is an option for you:

https://www.kaufland.de/product/413057842/?utm_source=idealo&utm_medium=cpc&utm_content=de_01&utm_campaign=pricecomparison&utm_term=13161
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 07, 2022, 02:25:21 AM
Nice X-Wing. Never saw this one myself. Glad you got it.

As a momc collector it would have driven me crazy to pay that and not get it packaged well.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 07, 2022, 09:48:40 AM
Yes, I agree, but if you want the box in MINT condition here in Germany you have to go the extra mile to be safe and order from a specialist for collectibles like StarActionFigures from the UK.
Some etailers here in Europe still have it in stock for 149,99€ or more. I was going to open it anyways and if TungHori will ever list Antoc Merrick for under $20 I will probably sell my carded one, again. Saw a listing for 110€ last week just for the figure. On the other hand, people sell the X-Wing without the figure for about $70 in the U.S.

(https://i.imgur.com/Bc9WukF.jpg)


I also found some of the latest TVC figures on discount last weekend. They arrived today in good condition. The Vintage Collection figures were 13,99€ each instead of 18,99€.
RETRO Boba was 29,99€. Plus 4,99€ for shipping:

(https://i.imgur.com/1mdxgjA.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 08, 2022, 03:02:40 AM
You got some great stuff.

I did get a package in from Pulse yesterday, I think it was the new Lobot. I will try to snap a pic before the weekend is over.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 10, 2022, 05:59:09 AM
Finally got out to Ollie's and found the Vintage Rey by the hundreds. Most of the cards were trash, but I found a few good ones and I got my new Lobot

(https://i.imgur.com/pNpJMcf.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/BYNRFMi.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 10, 2022, 08:54:39 AM
Very nice find, Tamer! I would've loved to see those pegs at Ollie's. Did you take a picture at the store?
I also need to get Lobot. Will definitely get him with my next order at TungHori - whenever that might be... lol
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 11, 2022, 02:45:45 AM
I am not sure if I did or not. I know I took a picture of one playset they had there too. The one from Solo. Every end cap had strips of these figures hanging. Most of em had some sort of card damage, but my daughter hunted up some good one.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on April 27, 2022, 03:32:37 PM
If you're not getting your guns and backpacks from Audes https://ebay.com/usr/audes_workshop (https://www.ebay.com/usr/audes_workshop?mkcid=1&mkrid=711-53200-19255-0&siteid=0&campid=5337373868&customid=&toolid=10001&mkevt=1) you're missing out. My fist purchase from him was a few different imperial blasters and a couple backpacks. They're super detailed. I'm afraid to take them out their baggies, until I need them but they look great, and he shipped them pretty quickly. Looking forward to ordering more.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 28, 2022, 03:04:17 AM
Glad to hear Aude is still doing good. Man his custom projects have always been over the top.

No doubt his custom shop is the same!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on April 28, 2022, 04:58:09 AM
Glad to hear Aude is still doing good. Man his custom projects have always been over the top.

No doubt his custom shop is the same!

He does good work. It's a material I'm not familiar with, as I usually get my 3d printed stuff from shapeways, it's like a translucent black, on some of the weapons. Seems pretty strong. If he's looking for suggestions I have a lot. I've seen files already for the Shoretrooper pistol, from Andor that leaked already. It's like a mini E-11, need that for sure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 29, 2022, 02:53:20 AM
Seems awesome to me. A smaller E-11!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 04, 2022, 03:02:26 AM
Found a few figures the other weekend when we went to my daughter's specialist doc appointment (just routine):

(https://i.imgur.com/h5x80bm.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on May 11, 2022, 11:23:13 AM
I got my Fennec Shand wave case. In hindsight I probably should have gotten the half case because I don't need doubles of any of these except maybe the mando.

Fennec is phenomenal! Great smooth articulation with great range of motion and accessories. Everything you want in an action figure. Same with Ahsoka and the Mandalorian.
Not sure why they changed the articulation on the wrists, I've noticed that lately. Before the shooting wrist moved up and down and the other wrist moved side to side, but now theyre both up and down, which isn't a huge deal, im just used to the old way in posing figures.

The Mandalorian I noticed has holes in the jetpack nozzles so they're probably made from the Deluxe Boba Fett and can fit the fire effects in the nozzle holes.   His helmet dies have a moving rangefinder, but it's kind of loose. I hope the Deluxe Boba Fett has a moving rangefinder, otherwise the rocket fire feature is lame.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 12, 2022, 02:29:07 AM
Looks like a nice wave to me. I hope I get the few I ordered in soon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 12, 2022, 08:16:18 AM
Wohoo JDeck & Tamer! I'm glad to see that you guys added some of the best 3.75" Star Wars figures ever produced to your collections!

JD, I'm always impressed how much attention you pay on the smallest of details! That mini E-11 looks really interesting in beige - reminds me of a machine pistol (M5 maybe?)


Found the Nevarro Cantina loose on ebay. Came with the Death Trooper on (badly) opened card. It's complete though and for 50€ shipped, it was almost a good price.

(https://i.imgur.com/0nYy1tE.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/rry2gCR.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/KZttyhh.jpg)


Take a look how Tim from Bossk's Bounty and Only One Kenobi open their figures on YouTube:


How to Open Star Wars Figures Without Damaging the Card Back (Vintage Collection)


How I Open My Star Wars Vintage Collection Figures.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on May 12, 2022, 01:37:27 PM
Cool cantina DM! I debated getting that set, I was turned off by the cardboard doors. You put all that detail into it then throw on cardboard doors. I might still get one if they're still on Amazon.  I saw a video like that when TVC2 first came out and I intended to keep the cards, but since they decided to continue the numbering system from TVC1, I didn't bother.

I got my very first Hole In The Wall Production products, I've had them bookmarked for years, but never ordered anything. I got various containers, the infamous "cube crates", Ridged boxes seen with the death star cannon scene, the large crate and the Rebels crate with removable lid. Pretty cut and dry, just need to be painted. They look great, I'll need some more Rebels crates.
Also I got the Tractor Beam generator, I bought it for a genaric generator, they were also in the scene with the Death Star Cannons. It is heavy. I was surprised. It comes in parts, Top, bottom, three sides and three panels along with some decals. Seems pretty straight forward, just glue the parts together, there are instructions included.  So I guess I'll pick up some paint and this'll be my weekend project.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on May 13, 2022, 01:28:06 AM
Philipp - it's great that you were able to get the Nevarro Cantina. I'm sorry about the packaging on your Death Trooper. At least you got all the parts.

JDeck - those are cool pieces. I've watched some of the same items, but have never made a purchase from Hole in the Ground. These are going to look great in your Imperial base (or wherever you use them).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 13, 2022, 04:57:50 AM
I don't know why if you were gonna open that Deathtrooper that way why you would keep the card and bubble? Oh well, great videos to show how to do it if you want to use it again Philipp. Great set too.

JDeck great pick ups from Hole in the Ground. That dude just makes good stuff. Here is the link if anyone needs it.

http://www.holeinthegroundpro.com/dioramas.html

Time to go and give him a shout out on the front pages too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on May 13, 2022, 08:15:58 AM
Philipp - it's great that you were able to get the Nevarro Cantina. I'm sorry about the packaging on your Death Trooper. At least you got all the parts.

JDeck - those are cool pieces. I've watched some of the same items, but have never made a purchase from Hole in the Ground. These are going to look great in your Imperial base (or wherever you use them).

Yeah I'll use them for my base set ups mostly. I was put off a little by the $20 shipping, but understood why when I got it, it was like 5 pounds of resin. It's a solid product.

I don't know why if you were gonna open that Deathtrooper that way why you would keep the card and bubble? Oh well, great videos to show how to do it if you want to use it again Philipp. Great set too.

JDeck great pick ups from Hole in the Ground. That dude just makes good stuff. Here is the link if anyone needs it.

http://www.holeinthegroundpro.com/dioramas.html

Time to go and give him a shout out on the front pages too.

Yeah it's all great! The Gorilla glue I used worked well, it takes paint easily. Can't say theres anything wrong with it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 13, 2022, 11:41:46 AM
JDeck: Yes, I agree. The cardboard parts are a huge joke. I mean the double window part is a really cool idea, but the door looks bad, especially at that odd MRSP of $52.99. The plastic clip doesn't even hold that door in place. I'm going to replace the door with a door of this kind (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10155.msg202311#msg202311).
The Death Trooper looks great on that alternate card, the original one looks best to me. But it's not even different. And the upcoming Army-Builder 4-Pack makes it even less special, which is one more reason to never open the figure...now it's too late. The seller told me he bought 5 of this playset. He's also going to build a Cantina diorama
with it. I'm glad to have some styrofoam left for action!

It's really nice to see your latest custom projects! You make your collection to a really selected one, like RC-1136 does! Such cool diorama parts and accessories!


Starchaser: Yeah, that's why I bought one loose. I might try to fix the card since I don't plan on getting the Trooper out of the blister anyways. I'm going to extend that wall to the entire cantina with some styrofoam, that's gonna be fun! Thanks for your comment!


Tamer: I just open the bubble with a scalpel. I rather damage the plastic than the cardboard.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on May 17, 2022, 04:05:06 PM
I got a case of Remnant Stormtroopers from EE. I initially passed on them because I don't like yellow weathering on Stormtroopers, any color but yellow. They were on sale for $99.99, which isn't that great of a deal, but enough to twist my arm.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 18, 2022, 03:53:55 AM
I'd say that's a decent deal for 8 TVC figures. Here in Germany, you'd pay 160€/$170 for them.
It's great to see your Imperial army grow!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on May 18, 2022, 03:10:57 PM
I'd say that's a decent deal for 8 TVC figures. Here in Germany, you'd pay 160€/$170 for them.
It's great to see your Imperial army grow!

Yeah. Normally on EE a case is $112, so I almost got a free figure. Not as good a deal as the pulse army builders though.  Too bad pulse has  limit 2 per customer. I think after they restock after the innitial drop, they should allow you to order more.

I got some more stuff from Hole In The Ground Productions. 3 rebels crates, 3 Rhydonium barrels and an Imperial Treadwell droid. I ordered some coaxium cannisters from I Am Boba Fett, but Im going to paint them red for Rhydonium canisters as seen on the Morak episode of Mandalorian. Just waiting for them, estimated arrival, late June. I think I have enough crates now. I guess if you're going to army build you need to supply them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 19, 2022, 02:49:41 AM
JDeck is hauling in the loot. Nice crates.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 24, 2022, 03:12:14 AM
Time to loop Target into the same type of shipping as Wal-Mart. This is how they sent me my new Droids R2!
(https://i.imgur.com/5B8mbFt.jpg)
The box was way too short and they just shoved it in. Arghhhh!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on May 25, 2022, 03:37:16 AM
Found a boss figure at a local GameStop

$27.99 retail for the gaming greats now?
With taxes, it was almost $32
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on May 25, 2022, 03:39:22 PM
The other day I checked Audesworkshop on ebay and he has a ton of new hologram figures for 3.75. They're like the handheld pucks you see in ROTS. He has them in 3-packs in several different faction sets. I bought 2 of the Empire sets, with Emperor, Sim Aloo, Vader and 3 different officers.  Im a sucker for stuff like this.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 26, 2022, 02:58:53 AM
Those holos are great!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 26, 2022, 08:10:43 AM
Tamer: Ohh shoot! Unfortunately I expect big etailers to ship toys like that. Let me know if you still need those 3 MINT on card. In can get them in collector condition here in Germany for about $25 each.

Clonehead: Congrats on finding BOSS! His parts will make some great new molds and tooling for sure! So that will help to compensate the high price you paid. It's nuts how expensive the hobby has become - even without any vehicles to buy currently.

JDeck: I agree with Tamer, those holos are brilliant! They look better than some of Hasbro. Such a hole is now filled in customizers' demand. They look absolutely stunning and I think I'll have to buy some from Aude. I could even see them lighted up with a tiny LED for H0 / 1/87 scale.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on May 26, 2022, 11:58:53 AM
You could probably fit a Pico LED. The blue part separates from the puck with a peg. If you cut the peg, the led would probably fit in the void from the bottom. Only problem would be hiding the wires. With a jedi It would be easy, just run the wires through the robe to the hand. I did something similar with my Yoda and his little flashlight.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 27, 2022, 03:04:09 AM
Definitely gonna have to get an R2 somehow Phillip. And thank you for offering.

I have the six inch figure still on order we will see how it comes through.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 06, 2022, 08:04:44 AM
You could probably fit a Pico LED. The blue part separates from the puck with a peg. If you cut the peg, the led would probably fit in the void from the bottom. Only problem would be hiding the wires. With a jedi It would be easy, just run the wires through the robe to the hand. I did something similar with my Yoda and his little flashlight.

Thank you so much also for the picture you attached above! Yes, that'd be possible. I'll think of a solution to hide the wire...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 06, 2022, 08:11:04 AM
Definitely gonna have to get an R2 somehow Phillip. And thank you for offering.

Fingers crossed for that 6 inch figure on its way! As of now all 3 figures with coin are still available here. Just let me know if I should get something for you. I'm coming to the U.S. in August.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 06, 2022, 08:17:23 AM
Last week for father's day a local gave 15% off all his in-stock items. So I pulled the trigger and got Antoc Merrick's X-Wing for 127€ instead of 149.99€ for example.

My order arrived in very good condition:

(https://i.imgur.com/A6iu4uk.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/rAxAz0k.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/geOOAtu.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/kDwEAbG.jpg)
It's so great to finally have a Princess Leia with good looking face. I remember when I got the very first version from an ebay power seller directly from China. Can't wait to make a cmparison shot.
When are we gonna get ANH Leia in The Vintage Collection?
(https://i.imgur.com/BIGUkK6.jpg)
Obi-Wan looks better as well. The head is still too small though and I'm looking forward to seeing an all-new one made for the Black Series P4 Revenge of the Sith Line...

So all this was 425€ instead of 485€ - 60€ saved compared to an increasing MRSP.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 07, 2022, 04:37:47 AM
Wow Philipp you got some stuff! So envious of that X-Wing. I have relegated it to the same status as the Mandalorian AT-ST, probably will never get one. Just great stuff. Well I got some stuff in from Hasbro Pulse and it was a mixed bag. They shipped it in large thin boxes and each figure came in its own individual box.

I will try and post some images if I can get imgur to work for me. Argghhhh!

(https://i.imgur.com/WESE5sH.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/2w1aaMF.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/jeo8zRL.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/fsxZZPa.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/jecAxV7.jpg)

So some came ok and some didn't and none of the boxes had major damage. So if they don't come good from Hasbro who will they come good from?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 14, 2022, 12:17:00 PM
Hope imgur works for you again, Shawn! I agree, if it's Hasbro being capable of shipping their products in pristine condition, who else is?

I got my latest order from a comic shop on the next day (Saturday) and Mike always packs the figures so incredibly well...everything I got from him so far is in excellent condition as well.

TVC figures are 20.99€ now and that TBS ARC Trooper Captain was 33€.

(https://i.imgur.com/6Wt8i2r.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/FPQnGJc.jpg)
Talk about amazing likenesses once again. What an expensive, but impressive time to be a collector!
I wonder if Hasbro releases more figures for both lines now that they're performing well...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 17, 2022, 08:10:12 AM
Nice stuff Philipp. I got in 3 figures and one of em has a really crushed box (I will get pics up soon) so I know that one is trashed. Makes me wonder if it was the Fennec they sent me as a replacement.

I don't know why Hasbro is shipping one figure at a time per box?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 18, 2022, 05:58:31 AM
Well here are the latest orders I opened up today.

Can you believe the crushed box was the Fennec replacement!

(https://i.imgur.com/ixt6OjI.jpg)

Mangled up!

(https://i.imgur.com/1NpS6V1.jpg)

My other two boxes (one from Hasbro and one from EE ) showed up great with no damages so I guess I get to say two out of three ain't bad?

(https://i.imgur.com/3Jl6Gr9.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/HTGJHdL.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 19, 2022, 01:55:57 AM
Oh man, looks like Hasbro have to send you yet another Fennec..sorry to see that. It happens everywhere though. It's a challenge to find good & reliable staff in the logistics and delivery sector.
Can't wait for AI and robots to do that work. Heavy packages on lighter ones will belong to the past then. Can you imagine R2-D2 delivering the upcoming R2 figure to your house? So glad that you Lambent Seeker ARC Trooper didn't come bent. Haven't seen this one in person, yet. It looks awesome! So thank you very much for providing the pics!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 19, 2022, 06:08:19 AM
Yeah, we will see what Hasbro says about their Fennec Replacement. Kinda funny.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 24, 2022, 04:46:44 AM
Found this set online and was lucky enough to be the first one sending a request. The seller is really nice and waited for my reply even though I had fallen asleep after a tough day. Fortunately I was called by a friend early enough to respond so I got this Hoth Defense Set from 2010 for 45€ plus 6€ shipping. I didn't expect to get this set a second time - especially not for retail price. As far as I know it was never available here in Germany.


(https://i.imgur.com/UoseG0K.jpg)


He even sent me some pictures of his collection. If you're a fan of the Sequels, you can find some incredible custom vehicles here, which the seller made out of "cardboard and trash" during the pandemic:
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 24, 2022, 05:02:16 AM
Wow, I am loving that big Walker. Man Hasbro needs to do a HasLab or something for that one.

Great find too Philipp, I would have bought that in a second.

I got in an order from BBTS, collector grade. Each vintage figure (the Lambent and other ARC) showed up pristine in their own cardboard box (thick carboard) which was then packed in another box surrounded by bubble wrapped and then shipped in an outer box. Guys know how to ship!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on June 24, 2022, 08:09:12 AM
Crushorama on that box.

Here is my latest delivery from BBTS
You will notice a bend on Bo Katan’s card.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 24, 2022, 08:39:17 AM
Wow, I am loving that big Walker. Man Hasbro needs to do a HasLab or something for that one.

Yeah, another big scale vehicle would be so cool for a new HasLab. Hasbro have countless options to pull another multi-million-dollar project with The Vintage Collection...I'm hoping for an OT or PT based one though. A Mos Eisley Cantina and a truly 1/18 scale Republic Gunship are o top of my list.

Great find too Philipp, I would have bought that in a second.

Yes, this was a lucky wake-up call! Apparently many people wanted to buy this set especially at that price. If you buy it separately or complete on ebay, it's about $200 either way...this deserves a Battle on Hoth Diorama with trenches and my BAT-AT. I'm extremely thankful that Hans waited for me to respond. And I was just lucky that I sent the first request after 16 people had already viewed the listing.

Have a good weekend everyone!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 26, 2022, 05:13:32 AM
Well Clint, nice stuff. Still, with the way everyone ships now it seems you are way ahead of the curve when it comes to getting good stuff.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 27, 2022, 12:54:03 AM
Nice additions to your collection, Clint! I got a Bo Katan on discount for 12€ instead of 20.99€ last Saturday.
Fortunately the one with the best paint apps had the biggest crease as well - good for me because I wanted to open her anyways. Love those ARC Troopers and can't get enough repaints of that tooling!
Can't believe we finally got Bib and Lobot. What a time to be a collector...thanks for sharing your latest haul!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 12, 2022, 04:31:04 AM
These perfumes were sold a a drug store chain here in Germany similar to Walgreens.
Back then you could get them in 40 ml and 60 ml bottles starting at 8.99€ if I remember correctly. That was 8 years ago and it seems the rest was sold to different resellers on a margin.
You can find them on ebay now for about 8€ and FREE shipping. And shipping alone is somewhere around 5€ here by now.

So I'm glad that I got the EMPIRE scent again, which I really like.

The bottle itself is awesome to use as diorama element as well!

(https://i.imgur.com/jLU1Ylg.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ywtibV0.jpg)

I once gave the JEDI version to my brother which smells really good, too. Never tried the AMIDALA one, though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on July 12, 2022, 04:46:43 PM
I have no doubt that they smell better than a lot of the "crap" dudsney has been putting out.
Nice find by the way.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 16, 2022, 08:38:55 AM
Thank you so much DarthHawk! Your comments saved many of my days whenever I read them. I couldn't find those perfumes on my research so I guess they're not sold in the USA. They're made in France and my ex gf gave the Empire one to me. It's the kind of SW merchandise I wouldn't buy myself and I'm glad she got it for me because I actually really like it. If you want I can get them all for you. Just let me know.

Speaking of Dudsney: I'm listening to Mr Mouse in South Park as I'm writing this. A friend of mine recommended me those episodes in which South Park roasts Disney. It would be even funnier if it wasn't ruining so much I once cared for.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 16, 2022, 08:46:01 AM
On my way to SmythsToys (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=1012.msg229838#msg229838) I picked up this lot of 20 figures for 80€ today. The pre-owner told me that he got all his figures from Toys "R" Us back in the days. They just had the best selection of them all here in Germany. Good memories...

(https://i.imgur.com/c2E0lcC.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/uTeF00b.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/sukXkKq.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 16, 2022, 11:51:21 AM
Nice stuff Phil,

I haven't seen that many nice TCW Figures in awhile.

Cologne looks great too. I didn't know they made stuff like that.

When I got home from vacation I had a few boxes. Some dinged some not. Pictures soon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 16, 2022, 12:01:57 PM
Thanks Tamer! So good to see you being back, again! I'm especially happy to have that TCW 3-Pack with CT Hardcase now...more clankers are always welcome, too! It's time for me to get back to customizing.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 17, 2022, 08:16:48 AM
Took a few images of my latest purchases from Disney and the boxes I had waiting when I got home.

(https://i.imgur.com/D1lC0zJ.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/MFgICYF.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/o5u3TeZ.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/WuY5m1T.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/a0c3qn5.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/CWOwgVj.jpg)

And here is how I got my BS George (replacement coming):

(https://i.imgur.com/MmJ2sbp.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/BWH7ijJ.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/IDYGQki.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 17, 2022, 09:12:12 AM
What are those discs in the first picture? Coasters? They look quite nostalgic - I like them.

Sergeant Kreel is definitely the best of the wave. I so hope Hasbro bring back comic figures to 3.75" as well. The Comic Packs were epic and it's a shame they stopped making them.

Those TVC figures look as if they arrived in perfect condition this time! Isn't Shae Vizla a true beauty now that she's been updated? Day and night in my opinion!
Are you going to open that Tatooine Boba Fett?

R2-W50 looks nice and shiny - just like I imagine a Royal Droid to look like. The card stayed in pristine condition, too! Disney really got the license to print money with their Droid Factory. I so wish they were easier to acquire...

Poor George...that card is in perfect condition to open up and give George some air.
The delivery service should refund you the money to get another one.

Thanks for sharing your latest treasures!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 18, 2022, 07:09:11 AM
What are those discs in the first picture? Coasters?

They are coasters from Oga's Cantina. They are free. I think there are two more variations I didn't get, but our waitress wasn't very patient so I didn't ask for the other two. She was not mean, but a little pushy as the place was very busy. They had a Rancor Claw Flight set I almost got, but 85 bucks for a flight with Rancor Claw looking glasses seemed a bit much to me.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 26, 2022, 04:22:47 AM
Have a few things I got in the last couple of days. Glad to report my latest pulse box showed up ok.

(https://i.imgur.com/GcaTVKA.jpg)

Went to Halmark and saw they had new ornaments. When this one played the music I just put it in the cart:

(https://i.imgur.com/SHNxmqp.jpg)

Another disney purchase I forgot to show (kinda blurry):

(https://i.imgur.com/nTQsN6A.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 27, 2022, 10:48:15 AM
Very nice additions to your collection, Shawn! Hallmark sure know what collectors want. That Razor Crest is going to look awesome on your Christmas tree!

I got 18 magazines of the official German Star Wars Fan Club from a member in Berlin. 2 Vader comic were also part of the set for 40€ shipped:

(https://i.imgur.com/ckOV72T.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/5nnwQLw.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/qF5Og7N.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/S6D8Jnr.jpg)
They contain some interesting articles from the very moved time between 2012 and 2013 and go 'til 2017. What a hype that was when the Sequel Trilogy was confirmed by Disney in 2013...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 28, 2022, 06:13:57 AM
That is a nice set of magazines.

I got this in the mail yesterday. Can you believe this is the third replacement for Shennec and they still sent her like this? At least it is not creased and I can bend it out safely.

(https://i.imgur.com/9fxaKYV.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/rVg46Uu.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/QXGz9nw.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 30, 2022, 12:31:05 PM
Oh noooo! What happened to Fennec?! George looks good though and I'm envious that you got that Shore Trooper Pack! It's sold out everywhere here in Germany...glad you secured one for your collection  :D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 30, 2022, 12:40:51 PM
Yesterday, I finally drove home for summer break and could open all the stuff that had arrived over the past 3 months:


(https://i.imgur.com/EM7xKpd.jpg)
Won two auctions on ebay and paid 129€ for this lot including a Tantive IV hallway!
 
(https://i.imgur.com/dkLMjeR.jpg)
4 Clone Troopers for 20€ shipped. The best thing about this small lot is the Clone Trooper with the 501st helmet so that I could complete the TVC 501st Clone Trooper which I got with another lot a couple years ago. Definitely one of the luckiest finds in my collecting history!
(https://i.imgur.com/vVckjOR.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/gXiTaEe.jpg)
Got this sealed cup set for 18€ shipped. The nostalgia just kicked too hard when I saw this set which I had almost forgotten about. Takes me back to where it all started with my collecting addiction back in 2005. Good times.
(https://i.imgur.com/QnV4Fa6.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/3ucHu1K.jpg)
Found 7 repainted Ewoks for 35€ and got that Rebel Commando Soldier for 2.99€ from a power seller on ebay. It was missing the coat, which I just took from another incomplete Commando Soldier. The Ewok with the helmet reminds me of the bears that came with Kellogg's cereal back in the 90's.

(https://i.imgur.com/xjnIL7R.jpg)
6 WOTC Clones for 14€ shipped. There's a seller on ebay who claims 200 bucks for that 501st Trooper alone! Crazy...


Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 31, 2022, 06:11:06 AM
Wow Phil that is a huge update. Nice. I so remember trying to get all those paint variants for the ROTS line. Nice memories I agree. Great Clones.

Well I got in my Target EXC Chewbacca. It was shoved in a box too small and the top edge is creased and they put a sticker on the back of it. Guess I will just live with it, but I am about done with all this pre-order stuff from places that won't ship it well, which is most of em now!

(https://i.imgur.com/Hby9FsK.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 01, 2022, 01:04:06 AM
It's such a shame that they cut short on shipper boxes. But often the cards come damaged from the factory already with creases and what not...

Even a local collector who decided to become a vendor for collectibles himself told me that he received many cases of TVC figures with damaged cards - especially that Wave with IG-11 was affected.

These are my latest purchases from him and I'm so thankful that Hasbro updated the head for Shae Vizla! All the paint apps look amazing on her armor. I'll open the one on the right and display it with the first version that I got loose and was missing the helmet. So happy to have her complete now.
And as you know I cannot get enough different versions of this new ARC Trooper.
I keep my fingers crossed that Hasbro does such an excellent job on the all-new Clone Trooper as well.

(https://i.imgur.com/yOeqbCb.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/qLuOlRC.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fcDZYEM.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 01, 2022, 05:23:52 AM
Those look nice. I agree that new Shae is so nice. I don't know why I like the old hairdo on the first one, but I do.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 05, 2022, 02:48:40 AM
Yes, the hair of the first version is more accurate to the card art, if only her face looked as good as the updated version. Well, we can't have it all, right?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 05, 2022, 03:25:59 AM
The Art & Imagery of The Mandorian - Volume One

Somehow this book was sold out immediately and/or taken from the market early. It was the time around all the noise between Di$ney and Gina Carano. But after I read numerous reviews online, this book also has some quality issues. So it might fall apart, be careful.

I pre-ordered two of them three times and each time my order got cancelled. But eventually I found two from a third party seller on Amazon.com for $13 each plus $6 shipping to Germany, which was just fortunate!

You can find it here: https://amzn.to/3vJV2NA

(https://i.imgur.com/TRNmzum.jpg)



Anyways for some reason this book has become pretty hard to find.
But you can see an in-depth review here (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=11025.0).
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 06, 2022, 04:58:28 AM
I might have to find one of these myself. You sure found yours for a good deal.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 06, 2022, 08:58:06 AM
OK, I know I have been down on Hasbro lately, but witht these images they put me back on the bandwagon for both shipping and quality of figure and card. Boxes and packing and hence the card are pristine; easily high grade afa figures if I was doing afa.

Look at the paint apps on this Mando. I mean have you ever seen Hasbro do as good with this type of weathering?
(https://i.imgur.com/dy6O5jo.jpg)

And now this Vader. I might like the Rogue One cardback just a bit better, but I am not even sure about that! Easily the best  Darth Vader action figure of all time and I do not say that lightly. The inclusion of the extra hands is just next level imo. Why we can't have pack ins like this with all figures will perplex me from now on. I didn't mean to turn this into a review, but the detail and arty on this are amazing. I thought just what we need another Vader, but trust me you will want one of these for comparison's sake:

(https://i.imgur.com/ZX44RTE.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 08, 2022, 01:32:34 PM
I might have to find one of these myself. You sure found yours for a good deal.

Thanks, I can also highly recommend these two books! They have over 200 pages and are currently 50% off - and worth every single penny! Both are definitely the very best deal of all Mando books out there:

(https://i.imgur.com/JTmT8Pn.jpg)

Here's the link to Amazon: https://amzn.to/3d68d4S
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 09, 2022, 02:50:26 AM
I sure do like the price on these two. Thanks for sharing. I will get those on the front page.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 10, 2022, 04:37:18 PM
Wednesday Mail Call!

I got a present in the mail from the always awesome Tamer!

Thank you so much :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 11, 2022, 06:34:45 AM
You are quite welcome Dan. I know you were looking for her.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 12, 2022, 02:54:27 PM
Hey, that’s so nice to see! That is one excellent figure making a gift of equal quality.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 12, 2022, 02:56:57 PM
I found 6 of the latest TVC figures in the bay for 7-12€ each. All the TLC B-A-D parts were 5€ together. The seller even paid for shipping. With his help I could complete 2 more Astromechs, too!

(https://i.imgur.com/4BJYpIZ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/lGjy6Dy.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 12, 2022, 07:23:12 PM
I found 6 of the latest TVC figures in the bay for 7-12€ each. All the TLC B-A-D parts were 5€ together. The seller even paid for shipping. With his help I could complete 2 more Astromechs, too!

https://imgur.com/a/eEVhkBC

Awesome!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on August 12, 2022, 11:34:47 PM
I found 6 of the latest TVC figures in the bay for 7-12€ each. All the TLC B-A-D parts were 5€ together. The seller even paid for shipping. With his help I could complete 2 more Astromechs, too!

https://imgur.com/a/eEVhkBC

That's pretty excellent. What a good vendor and a happy day for you.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on August 12, 2022, 11:37:07 PM
I haven't really been posting in this thread, but I did find the new Obi-Wan Wandering Jedi and the screen accurate Migs Mayfeld "in the wild" at Target north of Seattle on Monday. I was pretty happy about that.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 14, 2022, 06:11:31 AM
Phil, that is a great pick up. Love all those bad parts.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on August 15, 2022, 02:30:32 PM
This afternoon's thrift store haul!

The Vintage Dewback was only $.99!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 16, 2022, 03:51:38 AM
Dan that is one awesome deal. I actually have two boxes to open, pics soon if I can find the time. This has been a busy week!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 16, 2022, 11:04:53 AM
The Spectre, Starchaser & Tamer: Thank you so much for your comments! You guys are finding awesome stuff, too! I still wonder where the Blaster of the Scarif Trooper comes from. I don't remember any Scarif Trooper that comes with this blaster...can you help me out?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 16, 2022, 11:06:00 AM
This afternoon's thrift store haul!

Heeey congrats to that Dewback for less than an bug! That was one lucky score.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on August 16, 2022, 09:39:05 PM
The Spectre, Starchaser & Tamer: Thank you so much for your comments! You guys are finding awesome stuff, too! I still wonder where the Blaster of the Scarif Trooper comes from. I don't remember any Scarif Trooper that comes with this blaster...can you help me out?

Sorry Philipp,
I'm not sure where that one comes from. It looks more like a First Order Stormtrooper blaster, but not quite. I can't place it with a figure.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 16, 2022, 09:55:43 PM
It looks like a short E-11. First, I thought it came from the Vintage Collection Army-Builder 4 Pack, but it doesn't. I'll ask the seller and see if he knows. Thank you for leaving your thoughts!  :D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 17, 2022, 03:58:24 AM
Phil, I am stumped on that blaster too. I agree its a short stormy version (E-11).

Well, I finally opened up my two boxes. Mostly good. Had damage on one.

(https://i.imgur.com/BB6REH5.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/1WthNJE.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/1dUWnQS.jpg)

I will call customer service and get the force unleashed Stormy Commander replaced I hope. The box they shipped it in was in great shape though.

(https://i.imgur.com/SOHam8W.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 19, 2022, 03:56:16 AM
Got my figures in from Dan packed superbly. Thanks Dan.

(https://i.imgur.com/IVmfb80.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Mh6BLGp.jpg)

This in from Pulse:

(https://i.imgur.com/7WLVdN9.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on August 21, 2022, 02:38:25 AM
Got my order in from BBTS yesterday.
Box was compromised but cards came out unscathed

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 21, 2022, 04:38:42 AM
Got my figures in from Dan packed superbly. Thanks Dan.

I'm happy you can rely on your connections, Shawn! So cool that Dan sent you both versions of Miggs. There's even a third one with the red marking on both arms! But that was probably just an error sample...

Got my order in from BBTS yesterday.
Box was compromised but cards came out unscathed

Oh, I'm glad to see your figures survived their final journey and arrived in pristine condition!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 21, 2022, 06:12:38 AM
Wow Clint. Looks like a TRex got a hold of that box. Glad everything was ok. Wish I had that kind of luck.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 22, 2022, 02:50:45 AM
Hasbro sent me a new Stormtrooper Commander. This one came ok.

(https://i.imgur.com/rrB6BMH.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 23, 2022, 02:50:01 AM
Two boxes came in from EE, I have to admit I forgot I even ordered the Boba, but he looks nice as does our favorite Mandalorian:

(https://i.imgur.com/jQPRObv.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/LaWPho7.jpg)

I think I have pretty much given up on the six inch line, but will continue to get really good ones like this.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 28, 2022, 01:38:20 AM
Really nice additions to your collections, gentlemen! I'm glad that the time gap between arrivals in the U.S. and Europe becomes smaller.

Here are my arrivals from August. Hasbro Pulse sent the latest TVC wave earlier than expected and they arrived right on time to my birthday:

(https://i.imgur.com/twsys6g.jpg)
The 3 TVC figures on the top left are from an online seller who is focused on LEGO. But he had those for 19€ each plus 6€ shipping. He said that he can also get them as solid cases.

More details on their latest shipment here in Germany here (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10936.msg230291#msg230291).

And here is what I found at a fan convention (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=11032.msg230292#msg230292) yesterday:

(https://i.imgur.com/XP3Y4s5.jpg)
11 TVC cards for 5€
Queen Amidala: 6€
Podracer: 4€
GONK Droid: 5€
2 TLC B-A-D Astromechs for 10€
golden C-3PO (vac metal, not LEGO): 5€
A magic bag with incredible parts for customizing: just 5€!
(https://i.imgur.com/jCEhf0x.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 28, 2022, 05:26:29 AM
Now that is some great stuff. Saw I got two boxes yesterday, but no time to open em yet!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 29, 2022, 03:07:18 AM
Opend up the two boxes.

(https://i.imgur.com/rCZekgz.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/rWiQsRG.jpg)

packed pristine from EE!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on September 03, 2022, 10:12:01 PM
No I'm not dead, my floors are being redone and what I thought was going to be 1 month ordeal has turned into several, and still ongoing. My hobbyroom is storage as is my bedroom, everything is disorganized. 
I've gotten a lot of orders in. Especially in the last month. I went from 30 preorders to 11, which is a shitton! What was the most anticipated for me was the Walmart exclusive E-webs. I love the design and as an army builder it was the cornerstone of my platoons. I was really worried if theyd be delivered after several months of delays.  I thought, If walmart canceled my orders I was done, like done done, no more army building, if I can't get simple preorder.there's no point.   Fortunately I got all my orders. It's a miracle. It should not have been an exclusive to begin with in my opinion.  I can't even photograph what I've gotten or made on the side because everything is in such disarray.  Soon soon.  I did make a pretty badass custom figure that hasbro should  have done.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on September 03, 2022, 10:15:22 PM
Glad your not dead!! I was just thinking I hadn't seen you post in a while. But I get house projects taking over! They never go according to plan in my world.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on September 03, 2022, 10:37:09 PM
Glad your not dead!! I was just thinking I hadn't seen you post in a while. But I get house projects taking over! They never go according to plan in my world.
Agreed! It's the labor shortage and insurance red tape.  Hopefully it'll all be done soon.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 04, 2022, 06:06:24 AM
Glad to see JDeck is still alive and kicking. I can't wait to see that new custom.

I just got in my E-Web Stormtrooper from Wal-Mart too. Can you believe they shipped it well in a good box and it arrived undamaged? I need to go get a lottery ticket.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 04, 2022, 03:15:10 PM
I'm glad you're good, JD! Hope your nerves will stay strong as well. And I'm glad that Walmart delivered your Stormies with E-web. That's one awesome new tooling, indeed.

(https://i.imgur.com/RL8ipZs.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/TS8HGmb.jpg?1)


Like Tamer I'm curious about the new custom that you made.

Fingers crossed that the floors (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RySHDUU2juM) will be finished sooner than later. Take it with a grain of salt and a good pack of humor.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 05, 2022, 05:49:43 AM
Yep, here is a pic of mine. Nice one, might have to get another.
(https://i.imgur.com/iYsfvMJ.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on September 06, 2022, 06:16:53 AM
I had 2 orders of 3. One order came in a box and the other in a bag. The only bent card I got was  one in the box. So go figure. I'm going to open them anyway just wanted to see tamer if you needed a swap, but looks like yours came all in one piece.
Yeah it is awesome. I had gotten so used to the potf2 e-web, this one looks tiny, but it's actually correctly scaled. The potf2 on is almost 6" scale really. It has to be smaller to be portable, otherwise it would take a full squad to move it.  This has been on my want list for a long time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 07, 2022, 02:50:11 AM
I appreciate you saving me one of your good ones. I got lucky this time or maybe they have improved their shipping? ::)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 21, 2022, 03:05:41 AM
Found a lot of 22 TCW figures for 170€ shipped from the bay. It includes a few I was missing for my Clone Wars cabinet (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10225.msg230595#msg230595):

(https://i.imgur.com/5IDG7P1.jpg)
It's always nice to be able to fill some gaps once in a while...

(https://i.imgur.com/oRx4Llc.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 21, 2022, 03:08:01 AM
That looks like a nice lot.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 23, 2022, 03:16:33 AM
Had a $20 dollar gift cert so I just got this one. Love that new probe droid:

(https://i.imgur.com/o4HZti8.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 23, 2022, 03:20:35 AM
Daggone, this is AWESOMEEE!! So you got it for $25? This set is brilliant! When it was first listed, the price was $29.99. That was probably the reason why the product site was taken down again shortly after.
It was re-listed for $44.99 which feels more like a price Di$ney would claim for a 4-Pack.
So happy you got it MUCH cheaper than that!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 24, 2022, 05:58:00 AM
Yep, 24.99. I really only wanted the probe droid, but once I got that gift certificate I said why not!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 01, 2022, 06:16:49 AM
Look what finally came in from Target. I don't know how long ago I ordered this, but it was awhile. And they shipped it well!

(https://i.imgur.com/ejqCOGN.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/4DEqdO3.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/APy3LN5.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 02, 2022, 06:18:38 AM
Putting down the rain yesterday, but got in a few new figures in TVC Line:

These first two are from Walmart and were shipped in nonpadded mailing envelopes. Can't believe they came through this good:

(https://i.imgur.com/PxF9Yd4.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/RYpYv7c.jpg)

The next two came from Target and were put in a box too small, one got dinged up. Overall I am gonna chalk it up as a win.

(https://i.imgur.com/R2pqhXK.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/CyJTG17.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 08, 2022, 01:47:42 AM
Awesome new arrivals, Shawn! Love those Bespin Guards. They look perfect on TVC cards. Also Mr Woves is anothe rmasterpiece by Hasbro. Haven't gotten neither one of those 3, yet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 08, 2022, 05:47:44 AM
Thanks, Philipp. Still can't believe they showed up that way just packed in regular envelopes with no packing.

I just got nice a couple more are coming. At this stage, I can't remember all that I have on pre-order. EE sends me an email with all my outsanding stuff every once in awhile. That's handy.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 09, 2022, 06:12:53 AM
Got this in from EE. They just know how to ship and pack figures.

(https://i.imgur.com/dH4VAwW.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on October 09, 2022, 09:38:50 PM
Nice, Shawn! I'm still awaiting mine. It's kind of fun, or maybe just a relief, to be receiving some of those pre-orders. I got Axe Woves and the Bespin Guards this week too. No problem with the Walmart orders even though they came in those "bubble stuffers." Too bad I'm an "opener."   ;)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 10, 2022, 05:40:37 AM
I hear you SC, I am gonna have to do something or get a new house. As if it were that simple. Somethings gotta change though. I have scaled way back, but am mainly a TVC guy. Till a TBS figure I like hits.  bbfet
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 15, 2022, 05:22:03 AM
Opened up some boxes. Most were in good shape (the boxes). Some of the stuff was not great.

This one was:

(https://i.imgur.com/PgwoVpO.jpg)

This one the jhook was messed up, which I can't figure out why?

(https://i.imgur.com/CNTNaTn.jpg)

This one both front corners of the cover were creased. I think I am just returning it for a refund. It isn't very good. It sure looks awful with no plastic cover to it too:

(https://i.imgur.com/7zHgPmp.jpg)

This one was good:

(https://i.imgur.com/VWHZjus.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 16, 2022, 06:15:05 AM
Got this in from EE. Packed well:

(https://i.imgur.com/npDuIIS.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 16, 2022, 01:55:02 PM
Nice additions to your collection, Tamer! The Dark Trooper turned out fantastically! Hasbro really knocks it out of the park with their latest releases! I'm looking forward to seeing their take on Darth Malak and Bastila Shan from KotOR in The Black Series and also to the all-new Clone Trooper Phase II sculpt for The Vintage Collection!

I found those 8 TCW Clone Troopers with a couple extra accessories for 70€ shipped. They arrived yesterday along with my latest order from Zavvi (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=11034.msg230869#msg230869).

(https://i.imgur.com/9mWwqnU.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on October 16, 2022, 07:51:30 PM
I don't usually post a mail call or my new figure images, but today brought several items, so...

(https://i.imgur.com/x7IWmmu.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 17, 2022, 03:06:13 AM
Nice additions guys.

Philipp I haven't seen TCW Clones in awhile, good pick up.

Loving the new Mandos Starchaser. I guess its wrong to keep hoping we get new ones.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 17, 2022, 03:11:41 AM
I don't usually post a mail call or my new figure images, but today brought several items, so...

That's a fair point. I also questioned my massive hauls that I shared over the past months. Because I don't share them to show off, but to make our readers aware of good deals and sources.
Those are truly awesome figures! Hasbro really knocks it out of the park with the recent releases!

Philipp I haven't seen TCW Clones in awhile, good pick up.

Thanks Shawn! And  have to contradict. Hasbro jumped on the Mando train big time and I'm 100% sure we'll see more of them especially next year for the 20th Anniversary of Clone Wars!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 26, 2022, 07:25:25 AM
The new Boba Fett "Tatooine" Deluxe figure is known for its quality issues. Some units even arrived maul-style in two parts. I recently got my second one from Zavvi (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=11034.msg230869#msg230869).
I "only" have some insufficient paint apps on the shoulder(s):


(https://i.imgur.com/NNMYpjQ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Lrg8N12.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/5IJkW5L.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/JwGXWcj.jpg)

Have you already got this one and does yours have similar issues?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on October 26, 2022, 09:53:36 PM
I skipped this purchase, so I guess I avoided the issue  :) Its nice your Fett wasn't in two pieces, but they do need to work on quality control.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 27, 2022, 03:02:12 AM
Yeah, I didn't get this one either as it sold out quick. This was the Target Exclusive right? Bummer it has paint problems.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on October 31, 2022, 07:07:35 PM
Got this one in the mail today
eBay item, card wasn’t perfect.
Two more and I think I’ll have this wave picked up.

I gotta say, Shawn, when it comes to single carded figures coming with no blister pack, I’m not so much a fan.
  I used to open em all and now it seems, I don’t and intend to display them carded.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 02, 2022, 02:48:52 AM
Well trying to get carded figures shipped well now is pretty hard. It is a lot of hit and miss with me. And some of em the logo doesn't even seem centered so I get what you are saying Clint.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 02, 2022, 02:59:10 PM
There was some sticker residue on the blister as well. Could of been a GameStop figure. Their tags are so large.
I used never dull to cut it down and then wiped it off with a towel.

This one showed up in better shape.
Target exclusive fat Boba. Not phat, but fat.
One more Mando line figure in this wave to go, I think
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 03, 2022, 03:07:13 AM
Yeah, I didn't get that one yet as it was a Targe Exclusive. Might have to hit up the ole Blood Hound Dan.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on November 05, 2022, 07:11:25 AM
The latest Boba Fett figures are just stellar when it comes to likeness. I was going to buy the Morak version from Hasbro Pulse for 24.99€ because all other dealers sell it for 28€ or so. But meanwhile it's sold out on Pulse as well. Glad you could remove that residue with ease. Stickers are a collector's enemy I guess.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on November 05, 2022, 07:16:26 AM
I recently found a good deal on the Gaming Greats Zaalbar figure on ebay (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=11043.msg230970#msg230970). After only 9 working days it arrived today with FREE shipping from the UK.
Packaging and paint apps are both just okay, but for 15.83€ a piece I'm still a happy camper.
So thankful for the Gaming Greats line and that Eric shows so much dedication to gaming characters. I hope we'll see Zaalbar in TVC as well.

(https://i.imgur.com/mqd9iX4.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Ty306JG.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/P0GhnA7.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on November 05, 2022, 08:27:40 AM
I found the Morak Fett in target a week ago or so, after going twice a week for several months. You never know when this stuff is going to drop, then it's gone. I hesitated preordering, then it was gine. Later I decided I wanted it, because I had made a bunch of jungle plants and trees, so a morak scene would work great, especially with the Slave I in the back.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on November 08, 2022, 06:29:12 PM
That sounds like a nice idea

Here is the last one, unless I want to splurge on the Mando/Grogu/spider blister pack figure
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 09, 2022, 04:10:28 AM
Nice to find stuff in stores.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 12, 2022, 04:26:54 AM
Well I had a box here for a few days and finally opened it. I have so many pre-orders going I don't even know whats coming. I am not much into TBS anymore, but this one was nice:

(https://i.imgur.com/0LWgiqL.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 19, 2022, 05:11:36 AM
Game Stop shipped the latest Republic Commando. In just an envelope, unpadded. I don't know how it came in this good of a shape.
(https://i.imgur.com/spb6UQf.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on November 19, 2022, 02:21:22 PM
Very nice arrivals, Shawn! I'm happy that we get some directors including the maker himself in disguise, again. DELTA SQUAD is almost complete for The Black Series and I so SO hope for an all-new sculpt of Republic Commandos for The Vintage Collection!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on November 19, 2022, 02:38:09 PM
Found a few loose figures and B-A-D parts in the bay the other day:

(https://i.imgur.com/BrjF2uE.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/zDyIevt.jpg)

Set 1:
2x SOTDS Hoth Rebel Trooper, 1x TLC-SL Snowtrooper: 40€
B-A-D parts: 15€

Set 2:
4x Battle Droid: 16€
TLC B-A-D HK-50: 20€
TCW Clone Trooper: 10€
R2-D2: 4€
TVC Gungan Warior: 8€
CW Dwarf Spider Droid: 14€
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on November 19, 2022, 02:39:19 PM
Nice Shawn. I've never started TBS, and won't, but that Paz/John figure sure looks good.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on November 19, 2022, 02:39:59 PM
Nice find, Philipp. There are some good figures in there.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 20, 2022, 07:13:29 AM
Nice Shawn. I've never started TBS, and won't, but that Paz/John figure sure looks good.

Somedays I wished I hadn't but with the price increases it gets easier and easier to pass em up.

Very nice arrivals, Shawn! I'm happy that we get some directors including the maker himself in disguise, again. DELTA SQUAD is almost complete for The Black Series and I so SO hope for an all-new sculpt of Republic Commandos for The Vintage Collection!

Yeah me too Philipp. It would be so nice to see 3.75" get the same love at TBS.

I can see you got quite a hall, nice droids.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 23, 2022, 08:19:07 AM
Got an unpadded envelope in from walmart. Yep, creased all along the back. I hate walmart, well most shippers nowadays. Daggone why won't anyone ship vintage items in a well packed box anymore?

(https://i.imgur.com/HlPRKs2.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/w35JCkV.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on November 23, 2022, 10:21:19 AM
The answer is simple Tamer. MONEY!!!
The cost of shipping is considerably less using an unpadded envelope than a box that is larger and heavier.
Wally doesn't give a flying rip about your products condition upon arrival.
Wally doesn't care if the item being shipped is a rare find or actually has value to the collecting community.
Wally doesn't care about your opinion of its company once the item has arrived.
The only thing wally cares about is that you and thousands more keep ordering on line so they don't have to invest cash on in store inventory.
It's all about money and nothing but money. MONEY, MONEY, MONEY, MONEY, MONEY!!!!!!
If the fandom stopped ordering products on line and told these companies en masse why the
purchases have stopped it's possible the shipping woes would be addressed.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 24, 2022, 04:06:34 AM
Yepper Ron while we gripe we still order it knowing it is gonna show up this way. See I have another order on the way. Anyone wanna bet?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on November 25, 2022, 04:50:32 AM
Yeah me too Philipp. It would be so nice to see 3.75" get the same love at TBS.

I can see you got quite a hall, nice droids.

Thank you. Since I got the CW Battle Droids for only 4 bucks each, I thought of just doing a simple paintwork and turn them into a Pilot and Security Droids. I wonder if Hasbro will ever give us those units of the CIS in The Vintage Collection.

And I think the bigger margin on The Black Series decides about which line receives more attention. But I'm still optimistic that we'll get what TBS already got eventually. It only takes more time.
I'll just wait, drink my tea and play with the Razor Crest, X-Wings and playsets and army-builder 4-packs that Hasbro gave us. Cheers!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 04, 2022, 07:22:46 AM
I got two boxes in. I don't even remember ordering these from BBTS, but man their collector grade is hands down awesome:

(https://i.imgur.com/W0TV9s8.jpg)

And the new Hoth 4 pack showed up nice and minty too:

(https://i.imgur.com/6V3xJMo.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 06, 2022, 06:31:16 AM
Picked up these two yesterday from a GameStop and a Walmart respectively.

Tamer, these exclusives are just two darned expensive.
I have two more RCs to go to complete the set and another six inch Umbra Arc that I just have to have. That’s like another $90 it will cost for those. That’s like, 4 sacks at the grocery store. Perhaps less
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on December 06, 2022, 06:27:56 PM
YOU CAN GET 4 SACKS OF GROCERIES FOR $90.00??????
WOW!!!!!!!!
Food is definitely cheaper in Missouri country.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 07, 2022, 04:25:20 AM
As in plastic Walmart sacks. I hear things are even cheaper if you get away from the city.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on December 07, 2022, 10:27:50 PM
Look what showed up today:

(https://i.imgur.com/5KTgD9m.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 08, 2022, 03:59:22 AM
Very nice Starchaser!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on December 08, 2022, 06:59:08 AM
I finally opened a bunch of stuff i kept in boxes, because I was fixin to move. It was like Christmas. I did get 2 of those obiwan 3 packs, pretty much just for the troopers, but a couple more jawas doesn't hurt.
Got more morak drivers, which makes 27. I have still an outstanding preorder with Dorkside, for 3 more. Dorkside is getting worse all the time.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on December 09, 2022, 12:06:21 AM
Wait, did you say 27 Morak drivers? I guess the buck is good for Imperial Infantry so that make sense. I do expect to a WWII style diorama with Imps marching down a French street some day, though.  ;D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Clonehead on December 11, 2022, 07:46:59 AM
Another GameStop pickup. Wonder how long till we see a Scorch?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 12, 2022, 03:51:15 AM
Got this in from Amazon. In a good box with good packing. I don't even remember ordering it.
(https://i.imgur.com/e7oJ76V.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on December 12, 2022, 04:50:53 PM
Monday after work Burlington score!

The 14 "Star Wars" Blurrg sets were too awesome to pass up at $7.99 each at Burlington!

Anyone want a bunch of 2.5" Mandalorians and Remnant Stormtroopers 😂
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on December 12, 2022, 06:07:16 PM
Somewhere between moving to Florida and then back to Iowa I lost a large box of carded figures.
This is one I have been hoping to find and FINALLY one showed up for $8.00.
I didn't like losing that blue lightsaber.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 13, 2022, 03:43:26 AM
Wow, ROTS that takes me back. Man great price too. I remember going crazy tracking down all the paint "variants" in this line.

That is a lot of little Mandos and Stormies Dan. I might be willing to buy a couple of each if you are parting them out.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on December 13, 2022, 10:01:48 PM
Another GameStop pickup. Wonder how long till we see a Scorch?

You got your answer today!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 14, 2022, 04:11:57 AM
LOL. Yep, Scorch goes up for sale today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on December 15, 2022, 02:43:01 PM
Awesome stuff n news here! I added two more loose Clones to my TBS collection. With slight delay my package arrived today. It's not the Rexy I was hoping for, but 47€ shipped for both of them still is a fair deal. I think.

(https://i.imgur.com/epMxuRG.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Z0mdEgg.jpg)
I was skeptical at the beginning, because Rex doesn't smell at all. Neither of Hasbro's ABS nor of a bootleg. Glad to have them both now.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 16, 2022, 05:58:25 AM
There has always been something about Bly I really like. The yellow just works with the white armor.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on December 18, 2022, 05:35:11 AM
There has always been something about Bly I really like. The yellow just works with the white armor.

I feel the same about Bly. He and the red Clone Commander from the ROTS were always the cool Clones I couldn't have. I only had the green one until I got Bly on ebay.
I'm quite optimistic that Hasbro will announce the corrected version of the 6" Bly for the 20th Anniversary of Revenge of the Sith. I could well see them repack him on the ROTS card like we saw back in 2005.

That new Phase II Clone Trooper looks promising as well. Exciting times. 2025 might be a great year for Star Wars fans, too. Fingers crossed.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on December 18, 2022, 05:36:57 AM
ELBENWALD had some cool deals last week. Yesterday, I picked up one of my online orders at their store here in Dresden:

(https://i.imgur.com/JK5uufq.jpg)
Total was 78,93€ including 19% sales tax.
(https://i.imgur.com/bEGcVTm.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 18, 2022, 07:03:38 AM
Nice stuff! I like the let the wookie win shirt.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on December 18, 2022, 07:39:43 AM
Thanks, I got that one to give to a friend of mine, who cosplays Han Solo. He looks much alike Hayden Christensen actually.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on December 22, 2022, 02:05:24 PM
I found this lot of figures for 50 bucks today. Couldn't pass on them for 2 bucks each even without accessories. That Boba Fett key chain from SIMBA Toys is in 1/24 scale and would look perfect next to Hasbro's Slave I.
On my way back I stopped by at SmythsToys (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=1012.msg231580#msg231580).

(https://i.imgur.com/HUZJTMV.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 23, 2022, 05:00:29 AM
That is a mega lot of TCW figures. Nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on January 02, 2023, 12:12:34 PM
Today's haul:
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on January 08, 2023, 03:36:23 AM
Some of the best deals around the Holiday sales here in Germany could be found at Elbenwald.
Boba Fett's Slave 1 was 50% off the insane MRSP. So 90€ were a fair price and since this ship will never be called Slave I ever again thanks to Di$ney, I got 4 of them. Still I hope to be able to trade for an AT-ST Raider some day. Wish I had discovered this BestBuy exclusive on Amazon when it was sold for 67€ for months!

I selected click & collect and picked up this huge box at my local store. This is the biggest box I've ever gotten and the boxes inside came in okay condition. Only one came with a hole on the base, the rest "only" is dented here and there.

(https://i.imgur.com/uG3koL9.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/83xWIZ1.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Egv5sO6.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 08, 2023, 07:20:38 AM
I got in a great package from Dan:
(https://i.imgur.com/i0S1Z9x.jpg)

And my Darktroopers showed up nice and minty:
(https://i.imgur.com/7Xm2cwl.jpg)

Thanks Dan!

Nice to see those Slave Ones come through ok.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on January 09, 2023, 03:57:47 PM
This is the one item that has always been missing from my collection.
Only because I couldn't justify the expense.
Well, I saw this one for not a lot of credits so I snagged it and it finally arrived today.


Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on January 10, 2023, 01:58:27 AM
Woah! The Imperial Shuttle is truly a jewel in every collection! I only saw the SAGA'02 version on conventions a couple times. When I started collecting in 2005, I discovered a local comic shop. Exciting times. And they had the TSC version for 129.99€. It was sold before I had saved enough pocket money.

Congratulations to this phenomenal and iconic ship of the Star Wars universe. I recently had to think of the next HasLab and Patrick's voice always comes to mind: a never before made, dream item!
So even though the demand is there, I'm afraid it's unlikely that Hasbro will make the Shuttle a HasLab. And with the 40th Anniversary of ROTJ it would be a perfect occasion to release an all-new one. But recent years proved that an all-new Speeder Bike is probably the biggest vehicle they give us.
So in my opinion it was a very smart decision to still keep watching for one and finally getting it!
I'm very excited and happy for you! I still don't have the Shuttle myself. It's one of the coolest ships out there.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 10, 2023, 03:46:02 AM
Nice shuttle Ron. I haven't seen one of those let alone the box in a few years!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 19, 2023, 03:53:30 AM
I had forgotten I had ordered these. Showed up in a mailing envelope. Came through fairly unscathed.
(https://i.imgur.com/AVS6zwt.jpg)
Looks like they just got all Cobb Vanth's stuff.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on January 19, 2023, 06:44:14 PM
Part two of I never had one of these in my collection. Again, I couldn't justify the credits at the time.
But when I saw this and it was definitely in my price range I snagged it.
Finally showed up at my front door today and I must say THIS THING IS HUGE!!!! 32" long.
Now I'm gonna have to do a major reset with my collection.

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on January 19, 2023, 09:34:06 PM
I had forgotten I had ordered these. Showed up in a mailing envelope. Came through fairly unscathed.
(https://i.imgur.com/AVS6zwt.jpg)
Looks like they just got all Cobb Vanth's stuff.

"Fairly unscathed" is pretty good. Its a bit sad when we forget we ordered something though, isn't it - sad state of affairs with distribution. I miss the days when I would ride my bike to Kmart on Friday afternoon after school to see what new figures were being stocked. It became a kind of ritual...but I got all the Star Wars and ESB figures from the original Kenner line that way.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on January 19, 2023, 09:35:47 PM
Part two of I never had one of these in my collection. Again, I couldn't justify the credits at the time.
But when I saw this and it was definitely in my price range I snagged it.
Finally showed up at my front door today and I must say THIS THING IS HUGE!!!! 32" long.
Now I'm gonna have to do a major reset with my collection.

Is that the 12" Sandtrooper and Dewback set? I remember that in the stores  :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 20, 2023, 03:55:55 AM
That Dewback set is awesome Ron. I am starting to wonder if I ought to just give up on most of the new stuff and invest in some of the better older stuff.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 03, 2023, 04:05:25 AM
Well I got in a box from Pulse. It was buggered up, but the figure came through unscathed.
(https://i.imgur.com/PeUASvC.jpg)
Love the atst vintage cardback. This one is gonna sell a lot of figures. I don't know why Hasbro doesn't do more of these types of figures.

Now if only I could find one of these AT-ST's in a good box.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on February 03, 2023, 05:02:40 PM
It is a cool figure. I got one off TungHori several months ago, for well, a lot of money. I could see people making customs with it.

I got another Dok Ondar mystery crate. This time I got General Geivious' battle mask, either that or Dr. Zoidburg skull. Either way it might look cool on my pirate throne. The two crates connect in both horizontal and vertical configurations.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 04, 2023, 06:01:30 AM
I really like those crates.

Interesting to see Hasbro's new take on all the pre-orders.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on February 04, 2023, 08:59:17 AM
Even though I am no longer a hardcore collector I do keep an eye out for my
favorites. Those would be 12" figures.
Here a couple that I picked up recently.

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on February 04, 2023, 03:12:33 PM
JDeck: These crates are absolutely fantastic to your accessory collection. They make such cool additions to your Imperial Army setup! Absolutely paid off for you to have picked them up!

DarthHawk: Wow, the boxes of those 12" figures are in fantastic shape. The good condition is even better considering they're almost 24 years old by now!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on February 04, 2023, 03:14:53 PM
This TVC Mandalorian Airbone Dude just had to come with me today when I found him for just 12 bucks today at my local SmythsToys (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=1012.msg232118#msg232118):

(https://i.imgur.com/M2b6PbG.jpg)

The quality of 3.75" figures is at a new high recently. What a time to be a collector.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on February 04, 2023, 05:43:40 PM
Airborne Trooper!!! Nice find JDeck.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 05, 2023, 07:21:17 AM
Pretty cool to see those twelve inch figures.

Man, too bad we can't find clearance prices like that where I live. Nice price on that Airborne Trooper.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on February 21, 2023, 02:37:26 AM
Yeah, technically this Mando Airborne Trooper was 40% off the MRSP, for 12€ a great figure without a doubt. But there are currently even better deals on TVC and even more on TBS like in the UK and the U.S.

Back in December I found this mixed bag for 90€ shipped. It was sent back in January and today I could finally open it:

- Kaadu: 5€ this is my first one, I like the quirky running feature, but isn't there a way to display it? Now I miss the cancelled Battle Pack from back in 2012 even more..
- Battle Droids and Bom Vimdin: 6€ each
- Speeder Bikes and Bespin Guard: 8€ each - Finally got Cad Bane's vacuum cleaner and am impressed by all it's hidden features. The black Speeder is an interesting one by itself. More on that later, but it's going to find great use for Inferno Squad.
- Droid Tank and Nikto Skiff Guard: 10€ each - Man, I wasn't aware of how cool this CIS vehicle actually is. Well done, Hasbro!
- Ronto: 20€ - I finally got one, already found its Jawa on a convention years ago...

(https://i.imgur.com/lAtvVhE.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on February 21, 2023, 03:56:08 AM
Looks like a great set to me. Nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 07, 2023, 04:09:48 PM
Tuesday Mail Call!

I received an awesome trade package (with extra goodies) from a friend on Facebook!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 12, 2023, 06:13:11 AM
Now this is one of the best figures I have seen in awhile.

(https://i.imgur.com/P1Y2yGs.jpg)

I got my Scorch, but I am not liking the windowless box. It looks so different to the other 3. We should have been able to get this one in the regular packaging.

(https://i.imgur.com/wpdULF3.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on March 17, 2023, 08:51:53 AM
Always wanted one of these. Finally found one for not a lot of credits.

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 17, 2023, 08:58:47 AM
Wow, congrats to adding The Maker himself in Stormtrooper disguise to your collection DarthHawk! This is the best version out there in my opinion. So hope Hasbro will give us a new one with grey hair in TVC some day. I'd love if he came in a red or blue shirt, jeans and white trainers.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 19, 2023, 06:01:07 AM
Nice Ron. I have one of those around somewhere and they made one in six inch form too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on March 23, 2023, 03:07:04 PM
I had to spend the $10.00 to pick up this one.
Celebration III was my first Celebration and the best of the 6 I have attended.
What I didn't realize until it arrived today is that this is a talking Darth Vader.
Even better, after 18 years the voice sayings still work and sound just as they would
have in 2005.



Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 26, 2023, 05:54:19 AM
Nice Ron. I have one of those somewhere. Lord knows where I have it.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 30, 2023, 03:08:09 AM
Feels like forever since I posted here. I did preorder this one. Doubt it suprises many! ;D
(https://i.imgur.com/Yz7t8hU.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/eFHWSNS.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/0DbIoel.jpg)

I don't know how it showed up as good as it did as the box was smashed on every corner and had holes in it. Where it said fragile with care looked like and accordion crush.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 30, 2023, 06:36:12 AM
I had to spend the $10.00 to pick up this one.

Wow, nice find! I remember when this cost MUCH more than 10 bucks! The packaging is so nostalgic to me. Like Shawn the ROTS pulled me into the hobby as well! Glad you could add this beauty to your collection!




Tamer: Very nice! Did you pre-order the AT-ST on Pulse? I might get it there, too. It's $99.99 in the U.S., but 119,99€/$129.59 in Europe. The paint apps on this one are very good. I like them more than on the first TVC release from 2012.[/size]



Das Auto Archiv


I found this book on ebay. Starting bid was 80€ and I was the only one bidding. Here in Germany the fix price is 150€ for this masterpiece of a book. It's worth every cent, but I'm glad that I got it for almost half price. It's 13 lbs./6.4 kg. The second, red version of Episodes I-III is on its way for 97€.

(https://i.imgur.com/dlInBvC.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/0Q7PA9x.jpg)
The cover is nice and shiny with a wonderful haptic. I'd do a review on it, if it wasn't in German. I can recommend to add this book to your collection. There's also a smaller version of both Archive books available for $30 each. Amazon links recommended:

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=star+wars+the+archive+duncan&crid=3WUATZNEW2IN&sprefix=star+wars+the+archive+dun%2Caps%2C1164&ref=nb_sb_noss_2 (https://amzn.to/40uqWet)
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Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on March 30, 2023, 02:47:58 PM
Nice pickups. I haven't ordered the AT-ST yet. It looks better and from what I understand it poses better. If I can get a discount at EE  I'll get it. The TBS one does suck though, I might have to.

I did get 2 speeder bikes. They are an improvement over the TRU bike and scout. The scout helmet looks better. The balljoint allows good range of motion so he can look forward. new lower legs and rocker ankles. The knees seem to have better range of motion, so he doesn't sit so high up on the bike, doesn't exactly sit on the seat but it's a slight improvement. The handlebars on the bike are straight unlike the TRU. The stand is good, it has good range of motion and balance for banking positions. Overall a solid improvement.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 31, 2023, 03:09:03 AM
Hmmm... they do look better.

Nice book too Philipp.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on April 01, 2023, 01:50:51 PM
Got the Bunker from EE. It's really well designed, easy to assemble and it's sturdy and stable, unlike the POTF2 bunker. I was hoping the moss was only spot glued in place but it's welded, and not going anywhere. If you look on the reverse, you can see indentations where the moss pegs in and is glued. It's a majority of the surface area. They really didn't want people taking the moss off. If I did, I would have to do a lot of body filling. The figure is cool same as the  biker from the speeder bike set, but a removable helmet. The helmet is soft, but not distorted. It'll work. I can only use it for jungle, tropical or forest set ups.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 02, 2023, 06:07:05 AM
Kinda sad they didn't make it so that moss can be taken off. Still pretty nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on April 06, 2023, 03:36:28 PM
The "Star Wars" lightsaber builder lot was only $.99 at American Thrift in Passaic.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 07, 2023, 06:11:55 AM
Nice. I remember my daughter having fun with this build a station at Disney. Not as good as Sabi's but nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 17, 2023, 03:49:28 AM
It's been 4 years since I got this holy figure in the bay for $22 shipped. A friend of mine kept it for me since and my dad brought it to Germany.

George will get a special place in my collection. I got it for a custom figure of the Maker himself, so I have to make a silicone mould of it. Imagine how brilliant he would look with today's quality Hasbro can achieve in 1/18 scale. I hope they bring justice to the scales by making one for TVC as well, soon.

(https://i.imgur.com/YikwdYc.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 17, 2023, 03:57:19 AM
The second Archive book arrived today and while I'm missing words right now all I can say is: GET THESE BOOKS WHILE YOU CAN!

(https://i.imgur.com/jQYGccZ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/kDPJlw5.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/w1ka9WQ.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/rNx8aLc.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/zbRjJOW.jpg)

I got the version about the Prequels English this time around, so expect a review!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 19, 2023, 02:56:31 AM
Man, you are getting all kinds of goodies.

Love those books.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 10, 2023, 04:10:20 AM
Found a couple more books used! The KotOR novel was 5 bucks and the 30th Anniversary Collection book only 10€! FialaFernbrugg recommended it to me. And as if the price wasn't good enough already, it arrived in excellent condition including ALL insert items plus 2 CDs! And it written by Steve Sansweet. Man, was I lucky here.
Shipping was free.

(https://i.imgur.com/2khG2PG.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/rlcQdxp.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 10, 2023, 11:57:32 PM
Very nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on May 14, 2023, 10:44:37 AM
Today's scores from while out running this morning's errands!

The POTF2 Ronto was $3.99 at American Thrift and aside from a few light scuffs, is in excellent condition for a 26 year old toy!

The "Mandalorian" figure was $1.36 at GameStop after the extra 30% off clearance prices and my $5 monthly reward!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 19, 2023, 10:26:05 PM
Ha! 4 bucks for a Ronto and little over a dollar for a TVC figure. Pretty incredible finds, Dan! Good times.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 24, 2023, 06:32:10 AM
This set was shown to me on the frontpage of an online fleamarket. The seller had been trying to sell it for more than a year. So he offered me to cover the shipping costs. So I got all this for just 25€.
This blue Republic Fighter Tank is the rarest of all three versions as far as I know. And it reminds me of the good old days when Class II vehicles still were a thing, were called medium size and retailed for just $19.99 USD. Good times. I got this commemorative tin of The Clone Wars MISB, too, but it was too good to open.

This was a lucky find for a true fleamarket price. If you want to see what I found on a local fleamarket last weekend, click here.


(https://i.imgur.com/siSvVWI.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 25, 2023, 02:39:48 AM
I haven't seen one of those republic tanks in years. Great find and price!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 26, 2023, 12:41:12 PM
Thanks, Shawn! Me neither. All the Class II ground vehicles from those lines have become quite rare in the bay. Some go for 100 bucks now!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 26, 2023, 12:42:45 PM
Glad to add two green Astromechs to my collection. This is my first Droid Factory 2-Pack from the episodes that don't exist in my book. I paid 36€ shipped.

(https://i.imgur.com/6QnI27e.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/U8jfoav.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on May 26, 2023, 12:48:11 PM
Today was an AMAZING day at the thrift store!

I scored this vintage "Star Wars" Ewok Village Playset (missing 3 railings, 2 underside supports, fire pit, spit and throne) for $2.99!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 26, 2023, 01:47:32 PM
Dan, you won the lottery today! Congrats & niub niub!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 27, 2023, 06:26:58 AM
Man Dan has the find of the year.

Nice droids Philipp. I actually got something in the mail this week:

(https://i.imgur.com/ort4vN6.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on May 30, 2023, 12:21:03 AM
What a brilliant figure Paz is. I think the long wait for him has paid off! Thanks Shawn. I visited a friend close to the border of the Netherlands yesterday. He had bought a few collections and had some figures I was looking for. The cherry on the pie were two boxes with four compartments full of loose parts and accessories! He gave me a really fair price on them: 165€ for all you see in the picture below.

- TCW Defend Kamino Battle Pack: Fives, Echo & ARC Commander Blitz: 110€
- TCW Anti-Hailfire Squad Battle Pack: Tank Gunner Commander: 10€
- TVC AT-AT Driver (for my used Endor AT-AT): 10€
- TVC Shadow Stormtrooper: 10€
- TVC Old Republic Trooper: 10€
- POTJ Game Table accessory: 5€
- other accessories: 10€

(https://i.imgur.com/wciFvfK.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on May 30, 2023, 02:52:51 AM
Nice stuff Philipp. Gotta love the black boots and gloves on the AT-AT Driver.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Raylen on June 04, 2023, 03:41:43 PM
Nice stuff Philipp. Gotta love the black boots and gloves on the AT-AT Driver.

Yeah, whats up with that???
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on June 05, 2023, 05:55:54 PM
George stopped by today.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 05, 2023, 11:42:18 PM
Nice stuff Philipp. Gotta love the black boots and gloves on the AT-AT Driver.

Yeah, whats up with that???

It's pretty hard to find because it was only included with the TVC Endor AT-AT. I found two used years ago and one came without the Driver figure.

http://rebelscum.com/Endor_AT-AT_TVC_The_Vintage_Collection_Hasbro.asp
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 05, 2023, 11:43:19 PM
George stopped by today.

Very nice! So hope to see a new George in 3.75", too!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 06, 2023, 01:49:25 PM
My neighbors were so kind to accept my package today. It was nice to receive my latest order after a long day at work. The seller sold all items for either 10 or 15€. He found those items as part of a warehouse clearance in Amsterdam. Even though he doubled the prices it was still a great deal! People bought the figures like hot cakes. Instead of the TBS 187th Legion Trooper I received the ROTJ40 Biker Scout. The Clone was sold out. Very happy to have Princess Leia for 10 quit now. Glad, that I didn't pull the trigger earlier.

(https://i.imgur.com/hTmMTdc.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/6CYNfVU.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on June 06, 2023, 07:45:38 PM
Great score DM. I'd love to have any of those.
I've never seen that packaging for the Princess Leia figure.
When did those figures hit the shelves?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 06, 2023, 11:09:23 PM
Thank you DarthHawk! She is part of the Black Series Publishing Line and was released in the previous wave. She is currently on discount especially in the UK, but also still available in the U.S.:

https://www.amazon.com/STAR-WARS-Princess-Organa-Coimic/dp/B09H1CVY4S/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=leia+black+series&qid=1686118011&sprefix=leia+black+se%2Caps%2C498&sr=8-1 (https://amzn.to/3WYqEvc)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on June 07, 2023, 03:50:21 AM
I love this set so much! So glad I found a couple of those for 15€ each, while Basic figures hang on pegs with tags of 20,99€. Earlier I paid 29,99€ for those Deluxe Figures, but they don't sell that much at 30-35€. Most are currently on discount especially in the UK. TVC Dark Trooper was only $17.89 on Amazon.com last week. What a time to be a collector!

(https://i.imgur.com/F18Tf6p.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/WyAdZMe.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on June 09, 2023, 12:07:47 PM
Wow Philipp you are definitely adding to your collection. Awesome new stuff.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on June 10, 2023, 02:58:02 PM
You said it Tamer.
Great finds DM.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 16, 2023, 10:01:28 AM
Thank you guys! The friend of mine, whom I got the last batch of troops from, sold me 8 more for 75€ shipped. I had been looking for an affordable Riot Clone Trooper for a good while.

(https://i.imgur.com/tYdvQ4F.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/PFnjekn.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 18, 2023, 01:31:32 AM
Found some more B-A-D parts online for 25€ shipped. This lot helped me complete another R5-C7.
Got my very first part of R4-P44 this time. Only need to find U-3PO's torso now.

(https://i.imgur.com/harGF5W.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Q7bPoai.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 22, 2023, 06:30:29 AM
I took the rare occasion and pulled the trigger on this set of legs without hesitation. This set is perfect for my incomplete AT-TE with only one leg, which I got for 20€ a while ago.
The pre-owner completed his with it and sold the rest to me for 30€ shipped. The Clone Trooper was part of an older lot of 25 and cost 2€.

(https://i.imgur.com/OgbrjVL.jpg)


Update:

Well, I know why I label my boxes. Saves me hours of lifetime when I look for specific items!

(https://i.imgur.com/c8xZ9gH.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ZBcx55N.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/zwzz16w.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/OsTxiiq.jpg)

This AT-TE was played with outdoors. Sand and grass are still inside. I might take it apart completely.
I remember it had the front hatch. In worst case I have to make my own, but this is definitely for my first fully upgraded AT-TE repaint.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 23, 2023, 05:50:46 AM
Heck yeah, I haven't seen one of those in awhile. Nice find and the extra legs are just nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on July 29, 2023, 06:43:24 PM
I got a few computer consoles and chairs from Holeinthegroundpro.com this guy is one of the good ones.  This is an unsolicited testimonial, but id like to say resin is quality over 3d printed quantity. 3 are shown, I was using the other as a reference. I know it's an echo base computer, but where do you think the Rebels got the computers from?  All 4 has different decal stickers to go on. Let's wait for paint to dry.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on July 30, 2023, 06:27:48 AM
Nice, definitely looks like great product. So much nicer than print.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on July 31, 2023, 01:07:24 PM
Those consoles look great! Man, they offer some neat stuff...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on July 31, 2023, 11:45:00 PM
I been really happy with the stuff I've ordered from him (plus he's one of us). I was thinking about those consoles, and seeing yours am more tempted to pull the trigger. They look really good.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 01, 2023, 04:05:43 AM
Starchaser: That's a great idea! I was also going to place my first order at Hole in the Ground before my visit in Colorado in September. My only problem is that I won't have an address there to receive the parcel. I really need to go back to Michigan. It's been almost a decade since...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 01, 2023, 04:23:14 AM
Received my Black Krrasantan from Hasbro Pulse Europe (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=10936.msg234038#msg234038) today.
You can read my thoughts by clicking on the embedded link above.

(https://i.imgur.com/1COflBE.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 07, 2023, 06:59:12 AM
I had this Jedi Starfighter on my watchlist for a while. When the seller added a few custom Clones to his offerings I pulled the trigger. But I have to admit I thought it was Ahsoka's Jedi Starfighter. I wasn't even aware that Kit Fisto's exsisted! What about his Astromech Droid?

(https://i.imgur.com/wuB50Xq.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/zUqXtuf.jpg)
I always love when the original price tag is still on the box. 15,99€ was a great price at T.K. Maxx back then. And even the MRSP was 24,99-34,99€ here in Germany back in 2011.
Also love the diorama inlets for the Class II vehicle line. Miss those days. Good times.

(https://i.imgur.com/8L1TUtt.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/0y8cUym.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/pkdDMWW.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/V8o4KrB.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/yAhSxhX.jpg)
These custom repaints will get a special place in my cabinet. I always admire the first customs of a customizer. It's amazing to see how skills develop with practice. My first customs were the TPM Battle Droids that replaced the CommTalk chips here in Europe. I applied the paint in similar thickness back in 2006...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on August 07, 2023, 10:12:54 PM
Phillip, Wookieepedia lists Kit's droid as R6-H5, but then goes on to say he had another, R4-H5. In the Legacy droid factory two-pack Kit comes packed with R4-H5. So I think R4 is safe. He can be purchased (sometimes) for reasonable price on eBay.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 08, 2023, 12:48:51 AM
Thanks a bunch, Jeff! Yeah, I'm going to customize R6-H5 using a TCW R2 from mighty TungHori. I got the Droid Factory 2-Pack on ebay yesterday for 24.52€ shipped. The TLC R4 is already in my collection, but I was missing the shirtless Senor Fisto. I really appreciate your research, Sir! Thank you a lot.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 24, 2023, 03:30:05 AM
Got these 9 figures from a friend for 66€ shipped. The Destroyer Droid was only 5€ and was supposed to be the TAC version, but no biggy. I still have a couple to customize.
Glad to finally have the TCW/MH Captain Rex of the Maul line from 2012.

(https://i.imgur.com/0kq7jjK.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 25, 2023, 02:52:25 AM
Been awhile since I have seen a lava miner. Nice pick up.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on August 27, 2023, 07:30:06 PM
Holy Bat Poodoo DM!!!
I've never seen Kit's Star Fighter before and I'm an avid starship collector.
Nice find.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 30, 2023, 06:55:35 AM
Been awhile since I have seen a lava miner. Nice pick up.

Me neither! I've one with accessory, but without the coin. I pre-ordered the very first wave of the TAC, but eventually sold the case back to the comic store where I bought. Weird decision...
Anyways I was thinking of customizing the Miner and the Mustafar Sentry. They need at least some weathering. Otherwise I think they're fantastic figures! Man, what a variety of characters we got back in the days...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 30, 2023, 06:59:44 AM
Holy Bat Poodoo DM!!!
I've never seen Kit's Star Fighter before and I'm an avid starship collector.
Nice find.

We neither, mate! I bought this starfighter thinking it was Ahsoka's! I was as surprised as you are when I opened the box. Just wanted to replace my damaged starfighter of Ahsoka. Plo Koon's and Kit Fisto's fighters are too niche for me. I cannot collect them all.
As I later found out, Kit's starfighter was exclusive to Walmart in the USA.
I wasn't aware of it either and even REBELSCUM don't have this repaint in their photo archive!

http://www.rebelscum.com/TCWvehicles.asp

Thanks for commenting, Darth Hawk!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on August 30, 2023, 07:06:09 AM
Found these two Class I vehicles from 2011. They were 20€ each plus 6€ shipping.
I wasn't aware of the two different box sizes that Hasbro used for the SOTDS Deluxe figures with vehicle. The one for Castas and Speeder Bike is much smaller in volume.

(https://i.imgur.com/9PdWC1K.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/g0DhKpN.jpg)

So much nostalgia here. They're like new and were packed exactly as they were in the sealed box. Lucky find for 23€ each! Missing the good 'ole days of affordable playing and collecting.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on August 30, 2023, 08:26:44 PM
Nice find!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on August 31, 2023, 02:59:11 AM
Ah the good ole days of vehicles being out there.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 01, 2023, 11:55:15 AM
Yes vehicles, accessories, display stands, extra weapons in lockers, game cards and dice, B-A-D parts and diorama pieces...

Traded some Build-A-Droid parts 1:1 with a stranger in Mos Eisley and got some figures from a friend. The Old Republic Trooper was 15€, TCW Aayla was 7€, all other troopers cost 10€ each.

(https://i.imgur.com/65cT32E.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/I1nQE7C.jpg)

Funny enough, I got two Aayla figures with her left hand missing. This is the first one with both hands still intact!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on September 02, 2023, 03:37:14 PM
Ah the good ole days of vehicles being out there.

The good ole days when you could find ALMOST anything you were looking for and it didn't require an entire paycheck to pick up a ship or two or a couple of figs.
DM is the man when it comes to collecting. He finds the best stuff and for great prices.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 13, 2023, 02:13:55 AM
DM is the man when it comes to collecting. He finds the best stuff and for great prices.

Thank you so much DarthHawk!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 13, 2023, 02:19:06 AM
Here are my latest additions to the collection.

I found Paz Viszla at TARGET in Colorado Springs (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=11098.msg234383#msg234383).

And the other two OT figures are from Hero Headquaters in Westminster, Denver area (http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=11098.msg234387#msg234387).



(https://i.imgur.com/mNE5Nvo.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/6pUCEyD.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 15, 2023, 08:59:57 AM
Look what I found sitting on the shelf today

(https://i.imgur.com/BVwMHvu.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/KxlR2DF.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/a60osD4.jpg)

Guess now I am gonna have to find that damn AT-STs. I told myself I was gonna pass on this, but man it just reminded me so much of Action Fleet.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 15, 2023, 03:08:38 PM
Woah! So glad you could find this huge set at retail, too! The box looks like it's in pristine condition. This AT-AT found a good place in your collection.
Awesome find, Shawn!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 16, 2023, 04:15:22 AM
Yeah, I would have been much happier with a fourty dollar price point, but it does have a lot of bells and whistles. I will try to pick up the other AT-STs if I can find em for decent.

On another latest purchase I got an AT-AT hoodie from one of those facebook shops and man it showed up all faded and awful. I should have known better. I will post a pic soon.

(https://i.imgur.com/sLiOxcw.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 16, 2023, 09:01:54 AM
Yeah, I would have been much happier with a fourty dollar price point, but it does have a lot of bells and whistles. I will try to pick up the other AT-STs if I can find em for decent.

On another latest purchase I got an AT-AT hoodie from one of those facebook shops and man it showed up all faded and awful. I should have known better. I will post a pic soon.

(https://i.imgur.com/sLiOxcw.jpg)


Back in 2005 this would've probably cost $29.99. $60 is quite a price tag, but at the end of the day you supported the line for more Micro Galaxy Goodness plus it is well designed with lots of fun features!

The hoodie doesn't look as bad as expected. I really LOVE this design! It might look faded because of all the grey and white shades. Plus prints on fabric usually don't pop as much as they do on the original template, unfortunately.
I think you got a damn cool sweater there, Shawn!

And odds are there for the AT-STs. Asajj Ventress' Fighter is already on clearance for 5 pounds at Forbidden Planet in the UK.
I'm extremely thrilled that Hasbro do give us a second chance at the VC AT-ST Raider!
Saw the MGS version of on Amazon shipping from the UK for just 21€. But I passed on this chase variant even  thought it was only 6€ over MRSP. Therefore it didn't take long to sell out.

Great scores gentlemen!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on September 16, 2023, 06:44:17 PM
That's one hellofa find Tamer. Never see anything like that around hear. Well done.
You keep this up and you're gonna start rivaling DM for collector of the year.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 17, 2023, 06:16:17 AM
That's one hellofa find Tamer. Never see anything like that around hear. Well done.
You keep this up and you're gonna start rivaling DM for collector of the year.

LOL. Good one Ron. I just walked by and there it was. First thing I have found in store in years. I kid you not.

And yes Philipp, I agree with you about the Mandalorian AT-ST. So glad I got another chance at it. I hope Hasbro ships it well.

Now onto those other Micro Galaxy Walkers! I gotta figure out how many there are now!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on September 19, 2023, 04:32:45 PM
Well, look what showed up in the mail today!

(https://i.imgur.com/BYzVWF0.jpg)

This will be fun to open at the end of the day - which I haven't reached yet :(
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 19, 2023, 10:56:08 PM
Super awesome, Jeff! Thanks for pre-ordering it! It was sold out everywhere quickly. But it looks like Hasbro made more to meet the strong demand. I hope that tells them something for the future (TVC A-Wing!!).
I haven’t bought it, yet. $131 is too much for my taste when I got the awesome N1 from 2012 for 15€ on clearance on Amazon.
Back then the MRSP was 30€ for class II vehicles. Today it’s a hundred bucks to much for my wallet. Not to mention that they claim 170€ for it here.

Nevertheless is this a super awesome addition to your collection. I’m looking forward to seeing you unbox it!

Who is exited for PulseCon on Friday? :D
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 21, 2023, 02:53:46 AM
Man I sure hope mine shows up that minty fresh. Coming from ee so I should be good. I can't wait to see what you think of it. Feel free to do a review of it.

I also got a notice my throne room has shipped so we will see how hasbro ships lately too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 22, 2023, 03:25:16 AM
Fortunately they re-stocked almost everywhere. I'm sure the Mando N1 will stay a hot seller during holiday season. Looks like they took note of the high demand for this one and produced more. I'm also confident that Hasbro limit themselves of sales on HasbroPulse.
I'm sure they only sell a low(er) amount of products through their shop to not their major clients angry because of competition.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 23, 2023, 04:59:45 AM
Well the Throne Room Box from Hasbro showed up pretty good. One corner is just a tad crushed, but I think it came through ok. Sure wish Hasbro would put some space between their outerbox and their inner good vintage one.

(https://i.imgur.com/YGgv1jd.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on September 23, 2023, 02:03:33 PM
That would require a company that cares about customer service, quality control and their reputation.
Looking forward to seeing this when you get it unpacked.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 26, 2023, 02:50:39 AM
I got in my Mandalorian Ship yesterday:

(https://i.imgur.com/eNmEt1A.jpg)

Ofcourse I thought it was ruined, but low and behold:

(https://i.imgur.com/XkBlwGy.jpg)

Just goes to show you that good packaging can trump awful postal service work.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 27, 2023, 02:29:26 AM
I just got in a message from Hooshops this morning (the company I got the faded hoodie from). Read this excuse:

"We are trying our best to reduce chromatic aberration always, but we are sorry to tell you that our products is affected by Metamerism, which means our eyes might see different colors under different sources of light."

LOL. You can't make this up. They are giving me a partial refund. I guess I need to just take it and shut up, but I don't wanna! They are not advertising their real product. I knew better, but daggone!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on September 27, 2023, 01:37:20 PM
I still think your hoodie looks decent, but that is one ridiculous answer! If it wasn't for my study, I wouldn't know what chromatic aberration means. Luckily I do now and it affects lenses in general like for cameras. The physical phenomenon is that blue light is refracted more than red light, which leads to chromatic aberration at the EDGE of frames/pictures.
Blaming your strength of vision is straight rude in my opinion!

I don't have any failing eyesight, yet, but the printing quality does look slightly faded to me as well. It seems it occurs quite often that clothes are shown with pasted designs online, instead of showing the actual print. Wow, this is wild. I'm sure there are people calling their lawyer for false accuse. That's one rude excuse.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on September 28, 2023, 02:25:24 AM
Yeah its crazy, I am trying to get over it. It was a facebook ad I bit on and regret. Its one of those things you know you shouldn't do, but I wanted to believe!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on October 01, 2023, 02:43:00 PM
I didn't do an "unboxing" set of pictures for the N-1, but I did do some pictures assembled:

(https://i.imgur.com/jKEP0XG.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/WJ8itI2.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/qZFIx0U.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/WMtD2hM.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/x3PhKCE.jpg)

and for fun, Din with Krrsantan:

(https://i.imgur.com/BJI39CS.jpg)

There are good reviews on-line so I didn't bother to write one up or take a video - that's a way I can manage my time ;). But...I did think that posting a few shots might be nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 02, 2023, 02:52:53 AM
Looks pretty nice to me. Mine came in a crushed shipping box, but the regular box was mint.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 15, 2023, 06:09:24 AM
Anyone have an Ollie's near them. Looks at this price.
(https://i.imgur.com/1xrRJw5.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on October 22, 2023, 02:04:34 PM
I grabbed this cool Halloween droid from the Disney Outlet for $12.99.

His dome glows in the dark!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 23, 2023, 02:51:04 AM
I like all those astromech variations. Nice Dan.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on October 23, 2023, 04:29:03 PM
Got a couple Geeki Teeki Star Wars mugs for my bar. Chewbacca and Wicket. Theyre pretty awesome! Chewbacca is 21oz and wicket is 18oz.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on October 23, 2023, 07:42:15 PM
I seem to remember drink glasses that looked similar to those when I was on a party boat in St. Croix.
They were filled with rum punch. Really tasty and really "potent" rum punch.
The key words there are SEEM TO REMEMBER!!

Nice pick up JD. Looks like they fit in perfectly at your bar.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on October 23, 2023, 10:04:32 PM
Those are fun and a little hilarious! They help bridge the Carribean pirates to the Star Wars pirates :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 24, 2023, 02:45:24 AM
These look great in your set up.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on October 24, 2023, 07:43:11 AM
I seem to remember drink glasses that looked similar to those when I was on a party boat in St. Croix.
They were filled with rum punch. Really tasty and really "potent" rum punch.
The key words there are SEEM TO REMEMBER!!

Nice pick up JD. Looks like they fit in perfectly at your bar.

Thanks! I went to st croix once, but I was under age. Yeah tiki drinks are quite boozy. I can't think of a tiki drink with less than 5 ingredients.

Those are fun and a little hilarious! They help bridge the Carribean pirates to the Star Wars pirates :)

Tiki is great, you can't be sad at a tiki bar. It's impossible, between the mugs with silly faces, the extravagant garnishes and tropical flavors, it always puts a smile on my face.

These look great in your set up.
I like these geeki tikis much better than the traditional ones.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on October 27, 2023, 03:51:02 PM
Got the Geeki Tiki Endor Scenic mug.  Its a 24oz mug only problem is I don't have straws long enough. 24oz is a lot for a tiki drink, it would end up being 90% ice. Still cool. I might have to get those mini mugs. I got a couple ewok themed drinks in mind for ewok Wednesday including Ewok punch and the Chief Chirpa.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on October 27, 2023, 06:35:02 PM
Yeah...that's a lot of ice. Maybe it will work as a bas relief column in a diorama  :) Oh...oh...oh...the Galgrebaa space port should have a skate park with that as a statue in thr middle!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on October 27, 2023, 08:40:57 PM
Yeah...that's a lot of ice. Maybe it will work as a bas relief column in a diorama  :) Oh...oh...oh...the Galgrebaa space port should have a skate park with that as a statue in thr middle!
It looks cool on the smuggler shelf. I don't want to be just another thing on the shelf I want to use it. To put it in perspective a mai tai glass is generally 12oz with an ice cap, a hurricanes and pina coladas are 16oz with ice. A 4 serving tiki bowl is 32oz. Olgas cantina Nub-Yub drink is in a 16oz mug. I should have just gotten that, it looks cooler but costs twice as much, but if 24oz mug is unusable then it's a waste.
Only thing to do is make doubles and have an all night sipper.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on October 27, 2023, 09:25:06 PM
That works.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on October 30, 2023, 03:45:47 AM
Awesome stuff gentlemen! I really like how JD's pirate wall evolves!

Yesterday, I went to a local trader with a friend of mine. He had 15% off all Star Wars and 10% off non-SW stuff. So both of us spent 180€ there for a good start into the weekend.

(https://i.imgur.com/I6qDpXo.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/IogaIcx.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/IBrAYnY.jpg)

TBS Deluxe Cantina Dude: 28€
TBS Exclusive Andor 2-Pack: 25€
TBS Bastila Shan & Darth Malak: 25,50€ each instead of 30€.

TVC Deluxe Boba Fett (Tatooine) - 10€ each
TVC Deluxe Stormtrooper with E-web cannon - 20€ each.

My buddy got the last TVC AT-ST for 89€. Lucky!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on October 30, 2023, 05:33:57 PM
Once again DM hits the jackpot.
Nice score for some pretty good prices.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on October 31, 2023, 02:52:22 AM
Wow Philipp!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on November 01, 2023, 03:12:24 PM
Even though I'm not much of a collector anymore I couldn't pass on this.
Only $10.00 at Goodwill.

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on November 06, 2023, 05:10:02 PM
Monday Mail Call!

Got a HUGE box of awesome from a friend on Facebook!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on November 06, 2023, 09:50:31 PM
Nice!  I love those old Dewbacks.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 07, 2023, 03:42:13 AM
Awesome score on that JSF Ron!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on November 07, 2023, 07:25:05 PM
I always loved these force battlers so I couldn't believe I found this at Goodwill for $2.99.

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 08, 2023, 03:35:34 AM
Ron this is your lucky week.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on November 25, 2023, 03:51:24 PM
Mail Call:
Look what showed up from Hasbro today:

(https://i.imgur.com/QIewvHI.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/zt3Ajx2.jpg)

I won't open it to look at the actual figures now, its getting set aside for my kids to wrap up for Christmas  :)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on November 26, 2023, 03:04:50 AM
Amazing condition! This is the main reason why I'm happy that Hasbro over a direct shop now.
I love this set with Jedi Revan (and also the card art!). So glad to see HK-47 return as well!
My set already arrived in MI a week ago. Can't wait to pick it up next Summer.
Very good choice, Jeff! What a time to be a collector, pricey af, but what a time... DH
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on November 26, 2023, 07:32:39 AM
Yeah, nice pick up on that Revan set.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on December 07, 2023, 02:00:20 AM
Amazon Germany delivers after 14 days. I know it was Black Friday week and all, but 2 weeks is pretty long for delivery here in Germany. Back in 2010 Amazon took 10 days for delivery within the U.S. - that was completely fine considering the distances. But today they often deliver within 2 DAYS across the USA! I think it is absolutely mind-blowing, that Amazon have established such an infrastructure of their own within a decade.

Usually delivery here in Germany takes 2-3 business days as a non-prime/regular member.
I'm glad my AT-AT arrived in mint condition. It was 22€ instead of 49,99€.
It was worth waiting the long time.

(https://i.imgur.com/dTwpmbk.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/mzECuPC.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 07, 2023, 03:41:25 AM
Now that is one awesome pickup Philipp!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on December 08, 2023, 07:29:26 PM
DM knocks it out of the park again.
Nice score Philipp.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on December 14, 2023, 12:11:52 AM
Mail call (sorry about the picture quality - we had sun break after days of rain and, well...reflection  :) If I open these soon, I'll snap pictures out of the packaging. One of the two packing boxes was pretty beat up, but the cards all survived beautifully nonetheless. Too bad I don't keep them carded ;D

(https://i.imgur.com/xSOgaUO.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/BmpAING.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/GWLZIEY.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/hECEOaY.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/rikeRB8.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on December 14, 2023, 03:39:44 AM
They sure look momc to me! Nice.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on December 15, 2023, 05:31:54 AM
I'm glad you secured both versions of Revan! They look stunning in hand! I'm going to keep HK-47 on card. I'll be glad to find Darth Revan. If TungHori ever lists one of them, I might customize it. But right now, I don't think I'll get any of your latest acquisitions.
Very nice finds in perfect condition! Thanks for sharing!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on December 23, 2023, 08:36:31 AM
Got these 3 figs a while ago from a friend for 50 bucks shipped.
Glad to fill two more gaps in the TCW lineup plus my first complete Lava Miner from 2005.


(https://i.imgur.com/MbnDRFi.jpg)
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 03, 2024, 04:12:20 AM
Nice to see some folks getting some Star Wars items. I have been sick for almost two weeks. Just starting to recover. Man, thank goodness it was the holiday break or I would be out of sick days!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on January 27, 2024, 08:28:45 AM
I'm glad you feel better, Shawn! After a rollercoaster of a week, I can recover a bit today. It's been a lazy Saturday and I use the time to share some posts here.

Before I miss out on the most sought after TVC figures once again, I bit the lemon and bought some of them at full price at a Comic Shop across the country. I got free delivery and the seller packed them well as always. I thought before I pay full price on HasbroPulse or Amazon, I support a local vendor.

(https://i.imgur.com/gw1X5st.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/TG8W17f.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/nUjbkwO.jpg)
19.90€ a piece is a tough pill to swallow. Their quality make them worth every penny though.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on January 29, 2024, 03:41:37 AM
LOL. If you can believe it I got covid last week! It has been a year for me to be sick evidently. Feeling a bit better now. See you are still finding some goodies.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: JDeck on February 15, 2024, 06:15:51 PM
I got one of those Disney parks First Order short range evacuation vehicles for $50 minus the droid. It's kinda cool, sort of, in It's own way.  I guess it's an escape pod like thing, but I'd like to make it into a ship or something. It doesn't have landing gear or anything to sit on, so it's wobbly. Lights are cool. The sounds I don't care for. Back in my day we made sounds with our mouths and we liked it and didn't complain. Paint job is good matte red with some writing and details.  I have no idea how to take it apart, there's no screws or anything. It's about a foot long and about 9 inches across.  I don't know what I'll do with it.  Make it like a small courier ship or space minivan. ?
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on February 15, 2024, 10:13:08 PM
Been curious about that ship/pod. Snap some more pics if you have time. I'll be curious to see what you do with it...you're plenty innovative.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on March 08, 2024, 01:26:30 AM
Oh no, my last comment is lost...that's a bummer.

Anyways nice acquisition here JD! I love that ground vehicle and will try to find a review of it on YouTube. Maybe there are even files to print this one.

Didn't know the escape pod comes with lights! It looks so cool and I am really in love with that ground vehicle. Hasbro need to make more of them too for our Rebel Alliance bases!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 08, 2024, 03:50:45 AM
Yeah, sorry DM. It has been an interesting few weeks just trying to keep my ISP from deleting everything.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: The Spectre on March 20, 2024, 03:31:16 PM
Hump Day Mail Call!

My Amazon package containing 3 "Star Wars: The Mandalorian" Vintage Collection Darktroopers arrived! I refused to buy them at the original $27.99 price, but they were on sale for $9.99 so I got the sale limit of 3. I wanted 6 as I always squad build in groups of 6, but I am happy with what I was able to get. A friend has a 4th for me, and if they ever go this low again I will snag another 2 to meet my squad goal.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 21, 2024, 02:56:57 AM
That is a great price on them Dan. Looks like they showed up case fresh too.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on March 22, 2024, 06:08:05 PM
Great buy Spectre!!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on March 31, 2024, 09:09:07 AM
The first thing I have gotten in awhile!
(https://i.imgur.com/jmz9CRC.jpg)
Man its awesome. Still feel I paid way too much but oh well!
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: DarthHawk on April 01, 2024, 10:39:00 AM
I've always been a sucker for the food products so I couldn't pass on these for $10.00 a piece.

Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Darth More on April 01, 2024, 03:06:17 PM
Nice new additions, gentlemen!

Are those cereals a new product by FUNKO? Haven't seen those in a long while. Kellogg's used to make them 20 years ago...
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Starchaser on April 01, 2024, 04:54:48 PM
Look what showed up today!
(https://i.imgur.com/0hZMYvC.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/xpMrr3x.jpg)

and "in action" :)
(https://i.imgur.com/9Bqp7Kr.jpg)

Its a really good figure. The face likeness is stunning! The lightning hand even looks good. I don't ever need another Dooku. My only concern was the knees were very tight and stiff out of the packaging. A little boiling water took care of it, but it would have been an expensive mistake to force them.
Title: Re: New Star Wars Purchases
Post by: Tamer on April 07, 2024, 05:58:54 AM
That Dooku looks great. Nice cereal too. Boxes look to be in great shape.