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Post by The Everlasting Spirit © on Mar 23, 2016 6:23:43 GMT -5
OK, so simply put we're starting to see more of these with DM, HOF4, etc. So whats your view? Mine is that i don't mind provided they are somehow different (even minor) from the original to ensure the collector value in finding a rare figure. For example: Ministry Undertaker DM should have been the same figure as SDCC however with different tight designs (T symbols) and maybe the robe instead of the shoulder pad/cloak if possible. This makes sense both from the collectors view as I had to pay more for this figure on the secondary market as being in the UK going to SDCC would be a big expense and it is/was one of my favourite & most cherished figures. Part due to the value/rarity of the figure but also it is really that good! When it gets a cheap exact re-release it down values both the cash value but also the effort i went to find it at a good price. However even from Mattel's sense if tweaked, not an exact re-release this gives me as a collector to get this AS WELL as the original SDCC Undertaker. In this case there was no point in doing so. So i've stuck a poll on - interested to hear others opinions and comments (play nicely  |
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Post by honeybear 619 on Mar 23, 2016 6:31:56 GMT -5
I don't mind re releases, it helps people who weren't collecting at the time. Plus it saves me money if I already have it.
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Post by cmiller79 on Mar 23, 2016 6:35:06 GMT -5
I'm not sure how I feel about them honestly
I guess its a figure by figure case
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Post by shortboy on Mar 23, 2016 6:37:01 GMT -5
I don't mind it at all. I actually didn't know about the DM Taker release at SDCC until I saw it on the shelves back in November. It's especially great for someone like me who just recently got into collecting as well as those that missed it the first time around.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 23, 2016 6:37:37 GMT -5
Definitely shouldn't happen. Ever!
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Post by Cons on Mar 23, 2016 6:42:18 GMT -5
Seeing as how I came into the collecting game late because I had no idea Mattel was making figures, my opinion's a little biased. I'm excited to finally get some older figure designs that I missed out on before that have gone up in price. I can see how some older collectors might be upset at the fact that they have to wait longer for newer figure wants but it is what it is
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Post by Deleted on Mar 23, 2016 6:44:11 GMT -5
I'm perfectly happy with repaints as long as the parts used on the figure are good.
We get re-releases all the time in the basic line and no one says peep but once we get a repaint in the elite line everyone loses their sh*t. I guess some people expect new sculpts and molds and the most colorful attire ever on each new elite.
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Post by Mongo Bears on Mar 23, 2016 7:08:33 GMT -5
I think it's only ok in very rare instances. Mostly I'm against it.
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Post by PJ on Mar 23, 2016 7:11:41 GMT -5
I have no issue with them. If it is something I already have then it is one less thing I need to buy. And if it is something I don't have than it is more than likely something I didn't want so again it means I save money as it is something I will pass on.
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Post by wayneyb on Mar 23, 2016 7:16:21 GMT -5
I don't mind re-releases, there are more Mattel lines than ever before so repainted/re-released figures are to be expected.
It also gives newer collectors, or collectors who struggle to find them at retail another chance to pick up great figures. Just because I managed to pick up Elite 14 Big Boss Man and King Booker at retail back in the day i'm not going to begrudge anyone who missed out from picking up them first time round the opportunity to get their hands on the latest re-releases of them. The more people that pick up these figures and buy Mattels means that Mattel and WWE will keep churning out more awesome figures for years to come that we can all enjoy.
My one bug bear comes from the fact that, and I'll use King Booker and Big Boss Man as examples, the original releases were in the regular elite series. The re-releases of these figures come with less accessories (no ball and chain for BBM and no sceptre for Booker) and only very minimal difference in attire yet they are now placed in more expensive line ups, the Hall of Fame and Network Spotlight sets. So we are being charged more and getting less in return than their original elite figures.
I'm just glad I already have them and have no need to buy them. It will save me a lot of money, it would cost me around £50 to buy both of these at retail in the UK, think that equates to about $70 for 2 figures, no thankyou.
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Post by mikey1974 on Mar 23, 2016 7:19:17 GMT -5
I don't mind re releases, it helps people who weren't collecting at the time. Plus it saves me money if I already have it. this,100% exactly. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 23, 2016 7:24:20 GMT -5
I don't mind it.
I'm glad Big Boss Man was for all intents and purposes directly re-released because I had wanted it back in my collection. However it doesn't feel as sturdy as the original E14 release. I do hope that more get re-released, like a few of the original 6 series Legends, and E12 Kane would be great as full on direct re-releases.
I've transitioned to someone who just wants to collect just Legends/Flashbacks/people I like a lot, so this is great for me to catch up.
I can sympathize with those who feel its a wasted slot for someone with a repaint in a new attire at the least, but eh.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 23, 2016 7:48:22 GMT -5
It depends on what figure it is, and if it has any differences from the original. For example, HOF Booker what's gold trunks, where the original release has white trunks. I never picked up E14 Booker, and the new one is a different colour, which is better than rereleasing. DM Austin is also a figure that I enjoy, because I never had any previous Austin elites. HOF George Steele is on the opposite end of the spectrum. The figure itself is good, but it barely goes for anything on the aftermarket. I got my Legends George Steele for $5 MOC, and it doesn't go for more than $10 on eBay. HOF Jake Roberts is different enough from the original releases, and HOF Edge, although an E1 repaint, is AWESOME. Network Spotlight Big Boss Man is great too, because I did have the original release, but I lost it and never found it, so I picked it up.
A figure that they should repaint or rerelease is:
E12 Kane (with a darker red paint because they red they used on it is WAY too bright)
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Post by Phenomenal Demon Architect on Mar 23, 2016 7:52:04 GMT -5
Since I unfortunately was unable to grab some of the earlier Elites and exclusives I find it very relaxing knowing they are releasing them again and I don't have to spend 80-100. Ex. HOF 4 Edge and HOF 4 Booker.
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Post by popyduggan on Mar 23, 2016 7:59:16 GMT -5
I don't care about collector's value, but I do like to see stuff like Taker and Bossman, where slight changes make an old figure new again. It wouldn't break my heart if Bill took another shot at E12 Kane w/ red left shoulder peg(WM31 Elite doesn't count even though it was good) and Wrestlemania 12 HBK.
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Post by gregrules420 on Mar 23, 2016 8:03:46 GMT -5
I'm completely down because I can finally get Moc versions of some that I missed and were cheaper to buy loose
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Post by theoutlaw1999 on Mar 23, 2016 8:09:14 GMT -5
I fully support re releases because some fans miss out on old figures. Take Bossman for example I never picked up the original figure but the re release has give me the chance.
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Post by WCWThunderRosa on Mar 23, 2016 8:10:11 GMT -5
Rereleases bad repaints good
E12 Kane --> Two Sleeve Kane
E13 Edge --> purple Edge
E16 Diesel --> WM12 Diesel
L1 Dusty --> NWA Dusty
L3 Rock --> WM17 Rock
L5 Savage --> WM3 Savage
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Post by Glorydaysofwrestling on Mar 23, 2016 8:10:18 GMT -5
I have the original Bossman but not the new one. .what's the difference between them? I don't care about collector's value, but I do like to see stuff like Taker and Bossman, where slight changes make an old figure new again. It wouldn't break my heart if Bill took another shot at E12 Kane w/ red left shoulder peg(WM31 Elite doesn't count even though it was good) and Wrestlemania 12 HBK. |
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Post by Sizzle on Mar 23, 2016 8:10:36 GMT -5
Rereleases are alright. They're nothing to get worked up over. If you have them? Good, now you don't have to buy it again. If you don't? Now you have a chance to buy one.
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