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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2014 9:16:27 GMT -5
Ya that L6 one is fetching alot right now. There's a few ones that are black and say they are 1 of 15 Mattel samples opening bid 300 bucks. I have no idea if these are legit. Good thing I have absolutely no interest in such things as test shots and unpainted molds. I want the color!
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Post by BoJack Hogan on Apr 10, 2014 9:55:44 GMT -5
It is a terrible trend in society, but death or tragedy makes memorabilia hot, at least for awhile. During the OJ trial, OJ Simpson paraphernalia was sky high. It is a trend that could easily be bucked by waiting a few months until the prices once again plummet, but that isn't how people operate. I guess people appreciate these guys after they are gone. Sellers in turn, smartly, strike while the iron is hot. Its slimy as hell, thats not what I am saying. But after someone dies, there is a MAD demand for remembrances. Its a shame, I am never going to find that Warrior/Sheamus set now. I wanted that Wrestlemania V Warrior before he died, now if I want it I am going to have to pay out the @$$.
If it makes any difference I am not entirely sure Warrior himself would be opposed to this, being the businessman that he was.
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Post by punksnotdead on Apr 10, 2014 9:57:57 GMT -5
This happens every single time. People lose interest and move onto something else. Think I'm wrong? Search for Macho Man stuff on Ebay. The only positive is that it reminds people to put their "wrestler x" merchandise on ebay. Some cool stuff pops up in that regard and it's fun to find something you may have forgotten from when you were a kid.
I've also noticed people are scalping the E26 figure. I found two sets of E26 at two different places yesterday and only Warrior was missing. Which I thought was hilarious because it was Road Dogg who was in seemingly high demand from that set when it first started hitting.
I'm not short on Warrior merchandise though, thankfully. I am glad I picked up the Blu-ray when I did because I can't imagine that's an easy thing to find right now. We're going to get more Warrior figures, likely some awesome ones. So I think people should just relax if you're just looking for Mattel figures. You could always just go buy those WM Battle Pack figures with Sheamus. I have a ton of those by me.
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Post by JC Motors on Apr 10, 2014 9:59:25 GMT -5
I have his L4 figure and It was going for a lot of money when it was new if I am not mistaken
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Post by xtremer18 on Apr 10, 2014 9:59:53 GMT -5
I was watching one of his figures on eBay prior to his death, but once he passed, the price for it went unreasonably high. If you're in the market of selling an Ultimate Warrior figure, now is the time to do it. I'm certain that the price for his figure will level out with time.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2014 10:22:23 GMT -5
It absolutely sickens me when I see someone throw an item on Ebay moments after someones death to make a quick dollar off of it at an inflated price.
I personally don't have a problem with someone "scalping" a figure in normal situations. If you find a figure for $10 at retail and you think you can sell it for $20, be my guest. However, in a situation like this, Warrior's death, it's terrible. For crying out loud, this man just lost his life, his family lost their father, and fans of wrestling lost a legend. It's not the way to make a dollar.
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Post by nDroo73 on Apr 10, 2014 10:49:09 GMT -5
The only items that should really increase in value is his autograph. Figures, posters, shirts and everything else can still and will be made. Unfortunately only one can produce his signature and he is now resting in peace. I missed the boat on that, I had been looking to buy a certified autograph at a good price the past two years and either never pulled the trigger or my money wasn't right at the moment. Same thing happened with Kirby Puckett, my favorite baseball player as a kid. Unfortunately now, I have to accept I will not own a Warrior Autograph as the price will be too steep, just like Puckett.
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Post by Rattlehead on Apr 10, 2014 12:59:50 GMT -5
Screw it, while most are being distracted and spending money on Warrior, I should try to complete my want list.
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Post by knupmc on Apr 10, 2014 13:44:46 GMT -5
Crazy. An autograph was .99 then in 15 min it's jumped to $76!!!!!
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Post by speaktomeworriers on Apr 10, 2014 14:00:38 GMT -5
Anyone feel like starting a rumour that Daniel Bryan died? if we have a few ppl do that once every week, the focus might go away for warrior figures being jacked up
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Post by kal on Apr 10, 2014 14:29:06 GMT -5
I've been putting off buying any of the basic Warriors for months because I could never find one at what I thought was a decent price. Kicking myself now even though I realize they'll go back down. I wasn't planning on picking up the Wrestlemania 30 battle pack with Sheamus because I didn't care for that attire. My local Wal-Mart finally stocked the set on Monday but I didn't even consider picking it up. When I woke up on Tuesday the first thing I saw was news of Warriors passing. After the shock wore off, I'm not going to lie, I rushed down to Wal-Mart to grab the WM set before some scalper bought up all the stock. It's not my favorite attire of Warrior's, but he's now standing proudly on my shelf next to Macho Man and Mr. Perfect.
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Post by speaktomeworriers on Apr 10, 2014 18:17:54 GMT -5
Also, the funny thing is, all these ppl buying these warrior figures at insane prices, are gonna be in for a shock, in 4-6 months from now, when the hype will be over and no one will care to pay ridiculous prices for the figures, so the figures they just spent 100+ for, will only be worth 20, then i will be sure to laugh it up
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2014 23:30:49 GMT -5
Those people that are paying insane prices for warrior figs/merch right now are most likely idiots jumping on a bandwagon and or claiming to be his biggest fan and desperately thinking one day they can make a profit off of his stuff. It make me sick when people only seem to give a crap about someone when they die. Stupid people.
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Post by ayato1381 on Apr 11, 2014 3:19:55 GMT -5
I will say that as not a big fan of Ultimate Warrior (I was always a Randy Savage guy), it is sad he died. Very much so. Especially after everything that happened over the weekend, the Hall of Fame and Raw. I was really surprised to see it after he was just literally on my tv screen hours earlier. Now that that is out of the way, anyone thinking that they need to overcharge and horde away Warrior figures (other merchandise as well) is a little much. Alive or not, I read he just signed like a three year deal with WWE. I am not sure how contracts work, but I am sure they will still make stuff for him, heck probably even more now. There are going to be many more figures, shirts, hats, cups, lawn decorations, and assorted crap with his likeness and name on it. Relax. Just cause he died, doesn't mean ya suddenly have a fortune just waiting to be thrown on the ye olde eBay.
I looked on eBay just now typing this rambling nonsense. Let's quote a upstanding individual (look for yourself, I can't link the auction) "You are bidding on a brand NEW, never opened, still sealed, WWE Mattel Elite 26 Flashback Ultimate Warrior! Highly Detailed Action Figure with Authentic Ring Attire. Awesome figure! Rest in Peace Warrior. In hand and ready to ship!" How nice. Included Rest in Piece. Beautiful. Makes me shed a tear, and in that moment of sadness, feel the absolute need to spend $49.95 plus $8.95 more for shipping on a figure barely worth the $19.99 it was sold for in Toysrus. Thank you upstanding individual, I am glad you can make a 30 to 40 dollar profit off of someone's death. A$$hole's.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2014 5:18:40 GMT -5
By the way, I think RVD voted for box #2 did not, ok I did
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Post by speaktomeworriers on Apr 11, 2014 6:26:01 GMT -5
I will say that as not a big fan of Ultimate Warrior (I was always a Randy Savage guy), it is sad he died. Very much so. Especially after everything that happened over the weekend, the Hall of Fame and Raw. I was really surprised to see it after he was just literally on my tv screen hours earlier. Now that that is out of the way, anyone thinking that they need to overcharge and horde away Warrior figures (other merchandise as well) is a little much. Alive or not, I read he just signed like a three year deal with WWE. I am not sure how contracts work, but I am sure they will still make stuff for him, heck probably even more now. There are going to be many more figures, shirts, hats, cups, lawn decorations, and assorted crap with his likeness and name on it. Relax. Just cause he died, doesn't mean ya suddenly have a fortune just waiting to be thrown on the ye olde eBay. I looked on eBay just now typing this rambling nonsense. Let's quote a upstanding individual (look for yourself, I can't link the auction) "You are bidding on a brand NEW, never opened, still sealed, WWE Mattel Elite 26 Flashback Ultimate Warrior! Highly Detailed Action Figure with Authentic Ring Attire. Awesome figure! Rest in Peace Warrior. In hand and ready to ship!" How nice. Included Rest in Piece. Beautiful. Makes me shed a tear, and in that moment of sadness, feel the absolute need to spend $49.95 plus $8.95 more for shipping on a figure barely worth the $19.99 it was sold for in Toysrus. Thank you upstanding individual, I am glad you can make a 30 to 40 dollar profit off of someone's death. A$$hole's. Well said
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2014 21:37:12 GMT -5
I will say that as not a big fan of Ultimate Warrior (I was always a Randy Savage guy), it is sad he died. Very much so. Especially after everything that happened over the weekend, the Hall of Fame and Raw. I was really surprised to see it after he was just literally on my tv screen hours earlier. Now that that is out of the way, anyone thinking that they need to overcharge and horde away Warrior figures (other merchandise as well) is a little much. Alive or not, I read he just signed like a three year deal with WWE. I am not sure how contracts work, but I am sure they will still make stuff for him, heck probably even more now. There are going to be many more figures, shirts, hats, cups, lawn decorations, and assorted crap with his likeness and name on it. Relax. Just cause he died, doesn't mean ya suddenly have a fortune just waiting to be thrown on the ye olde eBay. I looked on eBay just now typing this rambling nonsense. Let's quote a upstanding individual (look for yourself, I can't link the auction) "You are bidding on a brand NEW, never opened, still sealed, WWE Mattel Elite 26 Flashback Ultimate Warrior! Highly Detailed Action Figure with Authentic Ring Attire. Awesome figure! Rest in Peace Warrior. In hand and ready to ship!" How nice. Included Rest in Piece. Beautiful. Makes me shed a tear, and in that moment of sadness, feel the absolute need to spend $49.95 plus $8.95 more for shipping on a figure barely worth the $19.99 it was sold for in Toysrus. Thank you upstanding individual, I am glad you can make a 30 to 40 dollar profit off of someone's death. A$$hole's. Agreed, Glad I started this thread! But It Drives me nuts wanting that Black paint warrior with words on his back , and the granite one . $300.00 a figure !!! And I will never pay that . But I want it bad. It looks so legit
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Post by mikey1974 on Apr 11, 2014 21:40:17 GMT -5
well the scalpers are definitely out in my area! for weeks now,both Wal-Mart and K-Mart had the Mania XXX Battle-Packs just sitting there. couldn't give them away. went out tonight, all the Sheamus-Warrior sets are gone,while Batista-Brock is sitting en mass.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 12, 2014 6:40:22 GMT -5
I saw the most tasteless name for an auction the day after he passed, it was called "ULTRA RARE WRESTLING WARRIOR, RECENTLY DEAD!" - I couldn't believe it, makes me sick. Some people seem to forget that he was a real person and not just a gimmick for them to make money off.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 12, 2014 7:03:54 GMT -5
I saw the most tasteless name for an auction the day after he passed, it was called "ULTRA RARE WRESTLING WARRIOR, RECENTLY DEAD!" - I couldn't believe it, makes me sick. Some people seem to forget that he was a real person and not just a gimmick for them to make money off. You think that's bad? When I first got the internet in late 2000, I bought a lot of BCA Yokozuna in red, STOMP Pillman, Owen in the Danger attire and the Legends Andre. The title of the auction? "LOT OF DEAD WRESTLERS".
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