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Post by Decky on Oct 12, 2016 19:06:46 GMT -5
I have around 220 Mattel figures. Some I love, Some not so much (usually because I have no real interest in the wrestler its based on)but does anybody have any figures they were surprised by how much they enjoyed?
Some figures I was dying to get (recent examples are Elite Neville, Elite Finn, Elite New Day, Tugboat) but when I got them I thought 'cool' then put them in storage with the rest
I mean Surprises as in figures you thought you'd regret buying or didn't really want, but ended up being a pretty damn fun figure.
My example of this is the Network Spotlight Ringmaster. I bought it a week ago and have been posing and looking at it since (stopping for meals and toilet breaks) even with the headscan not being perfect and the trunks being too dark, overall I just absolutely adore the figure. Its actually currently on my shelf - not bagged and stored with the rest.
Other recent examples of figures I couldn't put down are Lost Legends Jericho and Wrestlemania Heritage Elite Lesnar.
TL;DR
What figures do you love more than you expected?
Figures you either weren't excited for, or figures that you know are flawed but you still really enjoy?
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Post by dollarbill04 on Oct 12, 2016 19:44:35 GMT -5
My Elite Samoa Joe is definitely flawed, but it's a great fig. Accessories are perfect, scan is great. Just shoddy paint on the shorts (shirt covers it), and a dangerously loose left hand.
I'll give you a figure that let me down: E28 Daniel Bryan. A figure commemorating his first WWE title win, and its the wrong attire. The hair is off, too.
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Post by The Outsider on Oct 12, 2016 19:50:31 GMT -5
TNF Elite Tyler Breeze
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Post by avanillamidget on Oct 12, 2016 20:18:14 GMT -5
The first Earthquake figure was a pleasant surprise. I just love how the color on his attire POPS! My Elite Samoa Joe is definitely flawed, but it's a great fig. Accessories are perfect, scan is great. Just shoddy paint on the shorts (shirt covers it), and a dangerously loose left hand. I'll give you a figure that let me down: E28 Daniel Bryan. A figure commemorating his first WWE title win, and its the wrong attire. The hair is off, too. Same thing with my Joe's hand. I dabbed it with some Super Glue, but it's still a little loose. |
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Post by ellisd on Oct 12, 2016 20:21:20 GMT -5
I have around 220 Mattel figures. Some I love, Some not so much (usually because I have no real interest in the wrestler its based on)but does anybody have any figures they were surprised by how much they enjoyed? Some figures I was dying to get (recent examples are Elite Neville, Elite Finn, Elite New Day, Tugboat) but when I got them I thought 'cool' then put them in storage with the rest I mean Surprises as in figures you thought you'd regret buying or didn't really want, but ended up being a pretty damn fun figure. My example of this is the Network Spotlight Ringmaster. I bought it a week ago and have been posing and looking at it since (stopping for meals and toilet breaks) even with the headscan not being perfect and the trunks being too dark, overall I just absolutely adore the figure. Its actually currently on my shelf - not bagged and stored with the rest. Other recent examples of figures I couldn't put down are Lost Legends Jericho and Wrestlemania Heritage Elite Lesnar. TL;DR
What figures do you love more than you expected?
Figures you either weren't excited for, or figures that you know are flawed but you still really enjoy?I fully agree with you. That Ringmaster figure is really fun for some reason. |
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Post by Decky on Oct 12, 2016 20:28:51 GMT -5
I have around 220 Mattel figures. Some I love, Some not so much (usually because I have no real interest in the wrestler its based on)but does anybody have any figures they were surprised by how much they enjoyed? Some figures I was dying to get (recent examples are Elite Neville, Elite Finn, Elite New Day, Tugboat) but when I got them I thought 'cool' then put them in storage with the rest I mean Surprises as in figures you thought you'd regret buying or didn't really want, but ended up being a pretty damn fun figure. My example of this is the Network Spotlight Ringmaster. I bought it a week ago and have been posing and looking at it since (stopping for meals and toilet breaks) even with the headscan not being perfect and the trunks being too dark, overall I just absolutely adore the figure. Its actually currently on my shelf - not bagged and stored with the rest. Other recent examples of figures I couldn't put down are Lost Legends Jericho and Wrestlemania Heritage Elite Lesnar. TL;DR
What figures do you love more than you expected?
Figures you either weren't excited for, or figures that you know are flawed but you still really enjoy?I fully agree with you. That Ringmaster figure is really fun for some reason. ha ha its so random! I love Stone Cold but had no desire for a Ringmaster figure and when I seen it in-store I reluctantly bought it. (I think I was just grateful to see something new!) When I opened it I just really enjoyed it - solid build quality too, no QC issues whatsoever. The belt is also brilliant, but would have meant even more if i didnt already have HOF MDM. |
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Post by Decky on Oct 12, 2016 20:32:35 GMT -5
My Elite Samoa Joe is definitely flawed, but it's a great fig. Accessories are perfect, scan is great. Just shoddy paint on the shorts (shirt covers it), and a dangerously loose left hand. I'll give you a figure that let me down: E28 Daniel Bryan. A figure commemorating his first WWE title win, and its the wrong attire. The hair is off, too. My Elite Samoa Joe has one of the biggest paint issues in my entire collection. His right eyebrow is practically above his nose ha ha. I might even re-buy it. Its THAT bad. |
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Post by FUSamBaker on Oct 12, 2016 20:36:51 GMT -5
I second that. TNF Tyler is easily one of my favorites. I never buy Elites unless they are divas or an occasional legend. But that Tyler was an easy buy. |
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Post by TheHitmanKid on Oct 12, 2016 21:02:00 GMT -5
Elite 25 Brodus Clay!
I know, I know this figure got a lot of heat from people on WF, but I really love this figure.
The Headscan, the attire, even the accessories it came with was awesome. Once I saw the figure in the store I picked it up right away. I loved the whole look with the black and orange and the tattoo was really cool (I know some parts of it are wrong)
I think Mattel did a great job on this Elite.
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Post by DeadHeadKing on Oct 12, 2016 21:57:40 GMT -5
Basic Samoa Joe
Basic Hideo Itami
Elite legends Hillbilly Jim
Basic Mike Knox
Vladamir Koslov first basic figure.
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Post by Mongo Bears on Oct 12, 2016 22:06:07 GMT -5
Great thread!
I would say e37 Dean malenko
I hate Dean malenko. But the figure blows my mind. It's like I have a mini-Dean malenko in my house and I'm so happy about it lol.
Also, originally what got me into buying these figures is how great honky tonk man, Dm Bret and rse nwo macho man are (especially moc).
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Post by Al_Snow_MotherF***ers on Oct 12, 2016 22:10:44 GMT -5
E35 earthquake or hof2 yokozuna or e27 Rikishi when I hang them they just blow my mind that a giant weighing more than 300 is in my hands and just marvelous figures imo
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Post by hbkowns on Oct 12, 2016 22:14:18 GMT -5
E38 Roman Reigns. Solid figure.
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Post by Mongo Bears on Oct 12, 2016 22:15:36 GMT -5
Funny people say earthquake
That is one of my prize figures I'm proud of. I wanted that one bad and was not disappointed
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Post by Ember's Flame on Oct 12, 2016 22:23:30 GMT -5
Don't have them yet but Harlem Heat!
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Post by Mongo Bears on Oct 12, 2016 22:34:25 GMT -5
Don't have them yet but Harlem Heat! We haven't even seen them yet!?!? How can you be pleasantly surprised?? I want them as bad as anyone!,...I'm nervous to see them for the first time. (Hopefully tomorrow) |
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Post by Ember's Flame on Oct 12, 2016 22:37:02 GMT -5
Don't have them yet but Harlem Heat! We haven't even seen them yet!?!? How can you be pleasantly surprised?? I want them as bad as anyone!,...I'm nervous to see them for the first time. (Hopefully tomorrow) Surprised we're even getting them haha |
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Post by Mongo Bears on Oct 12, 2016 22:38:36 GMT -5
We haven't even seen them yet!?!? How can you be pleasantly surprised?? I want them as bad as anyone!,...I'm nervous to see them for the first time. (Hopefully tomorrow) Surprised we're even getting them haha 10X wcw tag team champions We need those belts now |
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Post by Ember's Flame on Oct 12, 2016 22:40:55 GMT -5
Surprised we're even getting them haha 10X wcw tag team champions We need those belts now Yes. And the early 90's WCW Heavyweight Strap too |
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Post by JHTB® on Oct 12, 2016 22:51:26 GMT -5
I like E22 Rock more than I thought I would. Absolutely fantastic figure.
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