Cyan
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Post by Cyan on Mar 6, 2017 16:35:27 GMT -5
I was lucky enough to grab a HOF Lawler today for 60% off thanks to Cartwheel. I'm not surprised that they're only one to a case, but I am glad I was able to pick him up as he was the only one I was looking for. I love this figure and Mattel did a great job in giving us a classic Jerry Lawler head sculpt. I always thought the E18 sculpt looked like "Jumpin'" Jim Brunzell of the Killer Bees. I wanted to show some pics of it compared with the E18 version for those who might be on the fence at owning both or for those wondering which is better. Besides the head sculpt and red tights, the only noticeable differences are the HOF has a much brighter gold being used on his cape and crown. It looks better than the E18. And the HOF doesn't have the crown image on his wristbands like the E18 does. A small detail is the E18 figure has the center decoration on his cape-vest colored in silver and red. The HOF is only colored in gold.     Along with commentator Jerry Lawler. I actually won that figure from the RSC "What Figure Wednesday" contest.  I added the right elbow pad since Jerry usually wore one. The crown sits high on his head but that's actually how it looked on him most of the time. The crown is the exact same inner sculpt as the E18. It wasn't modded for the new head.  For all the old school collectors like myself, my homage to Super Clash 3. I know the belts are wrong but the spirit is there. 
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Post by UltimateCollector78 on Mar 6, 2017 16:39:01 GMT -5
Thanks, I was on the fence, but now getting him for sure
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Post by Mongo Bears on Mar 6, 2017 16:42:58 GMT -5
This makes me want the commentator Lawler the instead of hof4 Lawler
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Cyan
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Post by Cyan on Mar 6, 2017 16:43:08 GMT -5
Thanks, I was on the fence, but now getting him for sure Since I own the E18 I thought it was a waste of a HOF slot when I first saw him. But after a closer look I'm so glad he was included in this set. Great figure all around. |
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PVA
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Post by PVA on Mar 6, 2017 16:46:32 GMT -5
HOF one is the best release. Wasn't looking to adding the King but I might now
Looks great next to Kerry
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Post by marino13 on Mar 6, 2017 16:51:07 GMT -5
I can't get over how much of a drastic improvement the HOF Lawler is compared to E18.
Wonder if they intentionally made the gold brighter because the cape was newer back then?
Love the Super Clash shout out. That was my first exposure to Lawler and it made me a fan.
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marklud
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Post by marklud on Mar 6, 2017 17:10:11 GMT -5
It really is incredible how much better the HOF scan is compared to E18.
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Cyan
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Post by Cyan on Mar 6, 2017 17:22:45 GMT -5
I can't get over how much of a drastic improvement the HOF Lawler is compared to E18. Wonder if they intentionally made the gold brighter because the cape was newer back then? Love the Super Clash shout out. That was my first exposure to Lawler and it made me a fan. I actually went to SC3 when I was teenager. Met Foley afterwards and he offered to trade cowboy boots with my friend. Kerry left the arena in a white fur coat and a lady on each arm as he got into a cab and rode off. We also saw Ronnie Garvin leaving and asked him if he was supposed to be in the WWF, he quickly made his exit. It was a great night. |
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Post by Decky on Mar 6, 2017 17:30:13 GMT -5
I wont get it as I have E18, but its an improvement in every way. The HOF headsculpt is just outstanding.
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Post by CampCornette on Mar 6, 2017 20:02:29 GMT -5
These are great pics, looks awesome
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Post by fzmadness on Mar 6, 2017 21:24:18 GMT -5
Wasnt going to get him since I have his first elite but the headscan is too good.
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Post by DZ: WF Legacy on Mar 6, 2017 21:26:10 GMT -5
Awesome comparison! I only have E18, loved his entrance gear, but I think HOF4 is definitely the best Lawler.
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Post by Nivro™ on Mar 6, 2017 21:46:25 GMT -5
Cant wait to find 2 of these for a head swap on the E18. Ive hated the head since it was released. I swapped the announcer head onto him but its still too current for my style.
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China Claus
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Post by China Claus on Mar 6, 2017 21:54:36 GMT -5
Threads like these are great, in that they really help in making a decision to buy a figure or not.
Thanks for the pics!
They're definitely helpful!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 6, 2017 21:55:59 GMT -5
Great comparison. The HOF Lawler looks too notch. I'll be getting once I have the chance.
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Post by poindizzle on Mar 7, 2017 6:48:19 GMT -5
Elite 18 was garbage and I was always mad to have that ugly face staring at me. One of those figures you buy because you think you'll never get another. So Mattel, I accept your apology for old man plastic surgery rictus grin Lawler pretending to be a flashback in Elite 18.
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Post by punksnotdead on Mar 7, 2017 9:53:11 GMT -5
I sold off my E18 figure when we saw the initial protos of the HOF figure. I don't regret it at all. I think the younger head looks amazing. I still wish they would make a 94-95 King though. That's really my top King want. Thanks for the pics!
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customania
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Post by customania on Mar 7, 2017 10:17:02 GMT -5
The new ones great but I think I'll stick with just Elite 18. Thanks for sharing the pics.
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Kingdomofmadness89
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Post by Kingdomofmadness89 on Mar 7, 2017 11:56:30 GMT -5
Thanx for this! Still can't wait for a 95 commentator lawler
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