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Post by PVA on Sept 25, 2015 11:32:20 GMT -5
I purchased all but the summerslam 88 version when they were released. However, I'm looking to go back & grab some MOC for display now.
Series 1- wm 6. This I think would be the most iconic release in the CS line. I remember there was a big buzz around the release since it was the 1st warrior figure since 1996.
Don't remember all the series but
Wm12- loved the duster and variant packaging
Singlet- I like this one too, different head & look.
Green 96? 92?- a bright looking one. I think it's 1996 look. Anyone know?
Phil Collins/ summer 1990. - never cared for the cheek face paint.
Ss88- the facepaint looks better then the Mattel version.
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Post by Chicago on Sept 25, 2015 12:23:42 GMT -5
CS1 Ultimate Warrior is the one that I've always wanted, but I've never pursued it on the secondary market. I just had a listing for one MOC in my eBay Watch list that sold for $20.55 shipped. If I could find one closer to $15 shipped, I might have a go at it. I just love the color scheme and face paint on this one. Two others that I missed out on and would like to own someday are the CS7 and CS12 figures. The blue strap Winged Eagle belt exclusive to CS7 Warrior looked like heaven to me for so many years, but I think Mattel has since topped it with the Hall of Fame Ultimate Warrior figure. The CS12 figure representing his return at WrestleMania XII reminds me of the BCA era, and I would love to pair that excellent duster with my BCA Superstars Series 2 Ultimate Warrior figure.  I never much cared for the CS14 figure. Not because there's anything wrong with it really, but I'm just more familiar with Warrior in trunks than a singlet. Of the two I own, CS3 and CS16, I'd say CS3 is my favorite because it was my first RA Warrior and I got it for Christmas 2004. Here's a reference pic: The above listed photo is close, but his attire was actually based on this photo. Check the pics.   *side note* Not many people actually realized that Warrior wore the "Terminator/Warrior" singlet that was chosen for CS14. He was heavily criticized for choosing such "unknown" attires. Pic is below.  There's also the CSTT5 figure with Ripped Heavyweight torso (another attempt at the WrestleMania VI attire) and probably a half-dozen limited exclusives that most of us will never own lol. |
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Post by PVA on Sept 25, 2015 15:55:30 GMT -5
Great info. I think I was the one who bought CS1 on eBay in your queue. Ha! $15 shipped will be tough to find. Why I jumped on $20 and change for that one.
A always like the look of CS3 too.
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Post by LA Times on Sept 25, 2015 16:53:33 GMT -5
CS1 Ultimate Warrior. This just might be one of the most important figures of all time as it was just mindblowing that you could walk into a toystore in 2004 and buy an Ultimate Warrior figure in his most iconic attire 12 years since the last time he was a fulltime wrestler, if you could even find it. If you looked at the other figures in the first CS wave, HHH, HBK and Undertaker were still active wrestlers and Andre the Giant was universally panned as just an Andre head on a Big Show body. I seriously believe, without the success of CS1 Warrior, the concept of releasing classic wrestlers wouldnt have taken off.
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Post by UltimateCollector78 on Sept 25, 2015 16:57:34 GMT -5
CS-1 Wrestlemania 6
CS-3 Jungle Trunks 92 Promo shot
CS -7 1990 Promo shot "Warrior symbol on cheek"
CS - 12 Wrestlemina 12 "packed facing forward or backwards ala Elite 30 Batista
CS - 14 Terminator Singlet 92
CS - 16 SummerSlam 88
CS - 2 pack Wrestlemania 6 damaged version, and wrong color boots
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Post by UltimateCollector78 on Sept 25, 2015 17:01:19 GMT -5
CS1 Ultimate Warrior. This just might be one of the most important figures of all time as it was just mindblowing that you could walk into a toystore in 2004 and buy an Ultimate Warrior figure in his most iconic attire 12 years since the last time he was a fulltime wrestler, if you could even find it. If you looked at the other figures in the first CS wave, HHH, HBK and Undertaker were still active wrestlers and Andre the Giant was universally panned as just an Andre head on a Big Show body. I seriously believe, without the success of CS1 Warrior, the concept of releasing classic wrestlers wouldnt have taken off. UM helped launch the Classic line, I remember my jaw hit the floor when I saw the pro to images online all the way back in 2004. It was the first wrestling figure I purchased since the Hasbro days of the early 90's. |
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Post by PVA on Sept 25, 2015 19:34:08 GMT -5
CS1 Ultimate Warrior. This just might be one of the most important figures of all time as it was just mindblowing that you could walk into a toystore in 2004 and buy an Ultimate Warrior figure in his most iconic attire 12 years since the last time he was a fulltime wrestler, if you could even find it. If you looked at the other figures in the first CS wave, HHH, HBK and Undertaker were still active wrestlers and Andre the Giant was universally panned as just an Andre head on a Big Show body. I seriously believe, without the success of CS1 Warrior, the concept of releasing classic wrestlers wouldnt have taken off. Exactly. I remember what a huge deal it was and I was sold. Mattel could of done it similar with macho man in first seris of the legends line. Missed opportunity. |
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Post by PJ on Sept 25, 2015 19:42:31 GMT -5
2004 NYC Toy Fair Warrior.  |
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Post by PVA on Sept 26, 2015 6:46:51 GMT -5
2004 NYC Toy Fair Warrior. Love that one but can't justify spending 1k on a figure. Granted one just sold for $550. Still too much for me. You have one PJ? |
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Post by PJ on Sept 26, 2015 7:25:56 GMT -5
Yes. That is actually my figure I got it for free. I was supposed to go and cover Toy Fair with some members of Ring of Collectors, but my daughter was sick that morning so I couldn't go, but Brian who was the owner of the site picked one up for me and gave it to me the next time I saw him.
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Post by PVA on Sept 26, 2015 9:18:36 GMT -5
Yes. That is actually my figure I got it for free. I was supposed to go and cover Toy Fair with some members of Ring of Collectors, but my daughter was sick that morning so I couldn't go, but Brian who was the owner of the site picked one up for me and gave it to me the next time I saw him. WOW!! Super jealous. Congrats on a stellar pick up from years ago. I think the facepaint is done much better then the CS1 (different paint I know) While it is inspired by wm7 match (my personal favorite warrior match/feud) it's not as detailed specific as mattels DM but it doesn't even matter. That figure is by far my fav CS warrior. Perhaps one day I can find one that doesn't cost a ridiculous price. |
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Post by June on Sept 26, 2015 11:40:39 GMT -5
Series 1 Warrior takes the cake for me. I didn't have the pleasure picking it up at retail, since I had no clue I'd become an adult collector until a chance encounter with a series 7 Bobby Heenen at Target.
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Post by ARUN on Sept 26, 2015 20:53:47 GMT -5
Series one was the best in my opinion. Jakks produced some sweet warrior figures. The mania 12 figure with the duster was also great. I have both versions
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