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Post by NMC on Mar 24, 2017 11:13:44 GMT -5
I've been collecting Mattel for nearly 3 years, but I'm ashamed to say there's a number of top guys I don't have. Sooooo I think it's time I got round to picking them up. Could you help me out, and tell me the best / most definitive ( reasonably priced) elite versions so I have an idea of which to go for? Cena HHH (Have the 90's DX Elite, looking one with a more definitive look) Michaels (Again have the 90's Elite, but looking one with a 2006 onward look)
Punk Orton (Most likely just gonna get the E51 one) Dean (Have the Elite Shield version, need an updated one) Taker (Have the Cartoon Era (Legends) version, need a proper one) Flair Eddie Edge (Would love the HOF one, but can't find it here in the UK)  Just to point out, although I'd rather an Elite version, if you guys think there's a Basic that would do the job, feel free to mention it too.  Thanks in advance guys!  |
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Post by dynamitekido on Mar 24, 2017 11:21:57 GMT -5
Cena - I personally like the Cena DM.
HHH - The Wrestlemania Elite (comes with sledge and skull) is AWESOME. My personal favorite "current era" Trips out IMO.
Michaels (All his best ones are flashback types, so I'd like to see some opinions on this one as well.
Punk - Not sure myself.
Orton - I don't think they've nailed Orton yet. I'll most likely be getting the E51 myself.
Dean - I like the newest E48 myself. Frankly he's another I don't think they've nailed yet.
Taker - There are SO many Takers it's a hard call. I personally like the Legends Elite version in Purple, but it's not recent.
Flair - I'd say Four Horseman 4pk version.
Eddie - My favorite for him is his Wrestlemania BASIC. The HOF figure is cool, but to me it's more like WCW Eddie than anything.
Edge - You nailed it. The HOF Edge is SWEET.
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Post by ty2005_92 on Mar 24, 2017 11:51:24 GMT -5
I'd go with the Walgreens elite HBK.
I think the best Eddie is the Legends, followed by the HOF.
Both DM Flairs are great for representing different eras of his career.
As for Edge, I'd say try to get the HOF on the secondary market, or try to get the most recent basic. I believe it's Basic 58
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Post by Mongo Bears on Mar 24, 2017 12:38:37 GMT -5
It doesn't seem that you and I like the same stuff so I don't feel like I'll be a help to you.
The first dm flair is my choice, hof2 Eddie and e13 edge. That's all I can contribute
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Post by Mongo Bears on Mar 24, 2017 12:39:53 GMT -5
What is the "cartoon era" btw..?
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2017 12:41:22 GMT -5
Ringside Collectibles Exclusive Straight Edge Society CM Punk is the greatest figure Mattel has or ever will produce.  |
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Post by hbkfan on Mar 24, 2017 12:41:23 GMT -5
For Punk, Elite 16 or 11.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2017 12:42:48 GMT -5
I've been collecting Mattel for nearly 3 years, but I'm ashamed to say there's a number of top guys I don't have. Sooooo I think it's time I got round to picking them up. Could you help me out, and tell me the best / most definitive ( reasonably priced) elite versions so I have an idea of which to go for? Cena HHH (Have the 90's DX Elite, looking one with a more definitive look) Michaels (Again have the 90's Elite, but looking one with a 2006 onward look)
Punk Orton (Most likely just gonna get the E51 one) Dean (Have the Elite Shield version, need an updated one) Taker (Have the Cartoon Era version, need a proper one) Flair Eddie Edge (Would love the HOF one, but can't find it here in the UK) Just to point out, although I'd rather an Elite version, if you guys think there's a Basic that would do the job, feel free to mention it too. Thanks in advance guys! Wait for HOF Edge to come out in Smyths, we will get it at some point like we have the rest of them |
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Post by NMC on Mar 24, 2017 12:55:06 GMT -5
What is the "cartoon era" btw..? That's my bad, Cartoon Era is from the early to mid 90's. It's not an official era, but most people seem to refer to those years as the Cartoon Era. It was named due to the large amount of cartoonish characters. E.g. Doink, Berzerker, Goldust, Bossman. So the Taker I have is the Legends Elite Taker from the 90's. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2017 13:16:44 GMT -5
What is the "cartoon era" btw..? That's my bad, Cartoon Era is from the early to mid 90's. It's not an official era, but most people seem to refer to those years as the Cartoon Era. It was named due to the large amount of cartoonish characters. E.g. Doink, Berzerker, Goldust, Bossman. So the Taker I have is the Legends Elite Taker from the 90's. Most people? I've never heard it called that before. Are you talking about the New Generation era that took place from 1993-97. |
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Post by Mongo Bears on Mar 24, 2017 13:23:03 GMT -5
That's my bad, Cartoon Era is from the early to mid 90's. It's not an official era, but most people seem to refer to those years as the Cartoon Era. It was named due to the large amount of cartoonish characters. E.g. Doink, Berzerker, Goldust, Bossman. So the Taker I have is the Legends Elite Taker from the 90's. Most people? I've never heard it called that before. Are you talking about the New Generation era that took place from 1993-97. I don't think this guy knows what he's talking about. There's no such era I've ever heard of and Bossman and berzerker were not there at the same time as those other characters |
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Post by bi0hzrd51 on Mar 24, 2017 13:30:34 GMT -5
I prefer the Undertaker DM and either Flair DM. Eddie I liked the HoF elite. Same for Edge unless you could find the RSC Rated R Superstar one. I could keep my eyes peeled for a HoF Edge for ya if you'd be willing to pay cost plus shipping.
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Post by Fighter Hayabusa on Mar 24, 2017 13:35:41 GMT -5
Cena - 1st DM
HHH - DM
Michaels Walgreens DX if you're looking for a more modern HBK
Punk - E16
Orton - E49
Dean - all the current ones look the same to me so whatever the one is with the cloth shirt
Taker - 2nd DM/SDCC
Flair - 1st DM
Eddie - Legends
Edge - RSC
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Post by Professor Sparlin on Mar 24, 2017 13:43:40 GMT -5
That's my bad, Cartoon Era is from the early to mid 90's. It's not an official era, but most people seem to refer to those years as the Cartoon Era. It was named due to the large amount of cartoonish characters. E.g. Doink, Berzerker, Goldust, Bossman. So the Taker I have is the Legends Elite Taker from the 90's. Most people? I've never heard it called that before. Are you talking about the New Generation era that took place from 1993-97. I called it the Anime Era because of Hakushi and the guy that looked like he was pulled from One Piece, Waylon Mercy. |
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Post by warriorheart on Mar 24, 2017 13:56:02 GMT -5
If you are going to get the Elite 23 Purple Undertaker get the Lost Legends version instead. The purple was corrected for the latest release where the Elite 23 is some strange blue. Even the tie was corrected.
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Post by NMC on Mar 24, 2017 14:44:33 GMT -5
Most people? I've never heard it called that before. Are you talking about the New Generation era that took place from 1993-97. There's no such era I've ever heard of and Bossman and berzerker were not there at the same time as those other characters Hmmm, no need to be an ass about it. If you go re-read what I said, I said it's NOT an official era.  Just a nickname I've used, and heard others use. Just because you never called it that no need to attack others, we're all friends here. .......... Or at least trying to be.  Anywaaaay, thanks everyone else for your input, you've been great. |
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Post by NMC on Mar 24, 2017 14:47:57 GMT -5
If you are going to get the Elite 23 Purple Undertaker get the Lost Legends version instead. The purple was corrected for the latest release where the Elite 23 is some strange blue. Even the tie was corrected. I have that taker, that's the "Cartoon Era" one I was talking about that caused all the confusion Lol.. But yea, the re-release was much better. Thanks though. |
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Post by Mongo Bears on Mar 24, 2017 15:11:54 GMT -5
I don't think this guy knows what he's talking about. There's no such era I've ever heard of and Bossman and berzerker were not there at the same time as those other characters Hmmm, no need to be an ass about it. If you go re-read what I said, I said it's NOT an official era. Just a nickname I've used, and heard others use. Just because you never called it that no need to attack others, we're all friends here. .......... Or at least trying to be. Anywaaaay, thanks everyone else for your input, you've been great. Sorry if you took it in a negative way my friend. I've not been known to be an ass around here if you've been around a while. I was just pointing out as H+M did that there are clearly defined eras of wwe that are acknowledged by the company. 1993 was the beginning of the new generation era and the wrestlers you've named are generally a part of two different eras. (Bossman and berzerker are golden era. Doink and goldust are new generation) |
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Post by NMC on Mar 24, 2017 15:27:40 GMT -5
Hmmm, no need to be an ass about it. If you go re-read what I said, I said it's NOT an official era. Just a nickname I've used, and heard others use. Just because you never called it that no need to attack others, we're all friends here. .......... Or at least trying to be. Anywaaaay, thanks everyone else for your input, you've been great. Sorry if you took it in a negative way my friend. I've not been known to be an ass around here if you've been around a while. I was just pointing out as H+M did that there are clearly defined eras of wwe that are acknowledged by the company. 1993 was the beginning of the new generation era and the wrestlers you've named are generally a part of two different eras. (Bossman and berzerker are golden era. Doink and goldust are new generation) Maybe I got some years wrong? In that case I'll hold my hands up to confusing the whole thing. Lol Just to clear it up, when I say Cartoon Era, I'm referring to the years when the company had many flamboyant gimmicks. I know John Nord took on the Berzerker gimmick around 91, and Bossman was also with the company at that time. Doink started appearing around 92, and the Goldust character debuted in 95, so that was just a few random names I mentioned of guys I could think off. But as it's not an official era, I guess I run it over both the Golden Era, and the New Gen Era, as these were the years that had the most cartoony based gimmicks. Hope this clears up the confusion. Now let's move on, and discuss toys like proper grownup men! Haha |
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