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Post by SteveHulk on Jan 4, 2024 3:35:48 GMT -5
I am really excited but also VERY VERY nervous. I'm also a little bit concerned and hopefully Steve means there are two Hogan figures coming to the legend line, not just two more Hulk figures coming period this year because we need him in the defining moments and ppv line as well. Of course all the Hogan Fanatics like myself are on pins and needles...when do we get 90 91 Hulk Hogan With The Red Bandana, Winged Eagle WWE Championship Around His Waist MOC, Thats the money look we've all been screaming for with Wrestlemania 8 being next in line. Needless to say it's going to be hard to sleep tonight. Even if they don't make it, it's a REALLY easy custom to do though (especially if you already have the figures/boxes)...
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Post by SteveHulk on Jan 2, 2024 7:28:08 GMT -5
Funny being a UK that the Gooker means nothing to me (and I assume a few others), not even as a fan at the time, I actually listed the figure for sale as soon as I got it. Top 3 for me are all ultimates - Seth, Razor and Jake. Shame there’s isn’t something to cover basics, that 80s workout Hogan is great, I’d have considered that possibly being top 3 worthy. Very similar to what I went with (UE Seth, Razor, Andre). I really love the UE Jake, Piper, RVD, Rock, and Undertaker too though, so don't mind if any of those ended up winning.
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 30, 2023 19:09:49 GMT -5
Best Multi-Pack/Unique Offering is a really tough choice... 🤔
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 30, 2023 17:24:43 GMT -5
How come there's no option for the regular versions of figures that have chases... only the chase versions are listed? 🤔
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 30, 2023 17:02:33 GMT -5
Ooh, I love this survey! 🤓
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 30, 2023 16:57:41 GMT -5
...which Basic head are you using? I might do the same. Basic 129. Ringside had them up on their holiday sale for 6.99. I think it looks pretty decent....a hell of alot better than that one, and I only bought it just in case this head somehow made it to the final product. It may still be on ringsides site not sure. **Edit yes its still on the site for 7.99** Thanks... it does look a lot better than the one they used(!).
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 30, 2023 14:44:40 GMT -5
I have a head from a basic that I will replace this roman head with.....but thats just the thing. I paid premium for a figure that they BLATENTLY put one of the dumbest headscans on possible. Its actually probably one of the stupidest things they have EVER done on a figure. Its a complete slap in the face to basically anyone who buys these things. If the figure is supposed to be based on an event....in this case Wrestlemania 39....then how in gods name can Roman have just a goatee and then a full beard in the same match!?! lol ...which Basic head are you using? I might do the same.
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 30, 2023 0:29:03 GMT -5
This would be a great Brock. Jeepers Creepers Brock 😄.
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 29, 2023 23:03:39 GMT -5
Great pics, PJ... hope you feel better soon.
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 29, 2023 15:45:12 GMT -5
...hopefully he gets the tan... 🤞
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 29, 2023 15:41:08 GMT -5
Hopefully it's as awesome as last years was. *fixed
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 29, 2023 5:53:07 GMT -5
Still no reply for me. I had to pay £48 fees for my $69 coliseum collection and £79 fees for my $75 ultimate ring.
Nearly £130 just before christmas. What a scummy thing to do to customers. Clearly says they guarantee no extra fees. Mattel creations had better not screw me with the eternia set delivery or i get the feeling it will arrive very badly damaged. Wow... that sucks.
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 27, 2023 13:06:49 GMT -5
All the lovers of this who popped out the gate, kindly remind me which early mania had black aprons? Wwf went with a blue color scheme because of the materials which were available at the time. Blue gym mats and blue tarps were what they had to work with. Early manias had small black banners placed over the blue tarps. All of the images here are exactly what i meant by different ways it couldve been so much better with a little thought and creativity There’s nothing wrong if people like the ring, as is. 😊 Cheer up, it’s Christmas. Exactly. Fudgin' eck - it's better than no ring at all (which is what you were getting a few days ago).
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 27, 2023 12:19:53 GMT -5
The first Ultimate Punk they do HAS to be the Elite 16 figure... after that, they can do what they like.
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 27, 2023 12:16:28 GMT -5
I think it was part of the Amazon Fan Takeover vote which lost out to the WCW version. This. It would be awesome if we got the black and white '03 Ultimate too, down the line - I don't think Bill is under contract anymore though.
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 26, 2023 23:17:34 GMT -5
I want to add:
Mattel Creations being rubbish, especially for international customers. It's bad enough with the ridiculous "fees included" pricing (probably THE main reason the Nitro Stage wasn't funded) - but add in the poor/non-existent packaging and it's really difficult to justify buying stuff from there. Which is a great pity, as again, it will end up hurting everyone in the long run (ie. lack of "support" for Retro and Coliseum Collection figures etc.)
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 26, 2023 18:55:56 GMT -5
Again at the risk of being attacked... I think Mohammed Ali as the SDCC exclusive was a big disappointment for me. Just didn't "fit" the typical amazing SDCC's we've gotten in the past. Lol... it's my favourite SDCC exclusive so far(!).
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 25, 2023 21:47:53 GMT -5
As we were opening our gifts this wonderful Christmas Morning I kept thinking, what Elites would I like to see next year?? 5 The Midnight Express-I'm just going to say my first three are tag teams from the NWA era, if we get these I feel like the NWA time period is complete but hopefully more Flairs and Dustys coming our way. 4 The Russians Ivan And Nikita 3 The Rock And Roll Express 2 Sting Halloween Havoc 1990 1 1990-91 Red And Yellow Hulk Hogan with Red Bandana And The WWE Winged Eagle Title Around His Waist Mint On Card. An absolute must have at this point....how come you've never mentioned this before? 🤔
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 25, 2023 19:25:21 GMT -5
This is trash lol. It looks like someone pulled the posts off and hit it with black spray paint. They couldnt Give that last ring away. Its a fantasy ring from what i can tell. Even if they painted the mat itd look so much better. Considering they lean hard on attitude era stuff they couldve done a raw is war or nitro repaint first. Or something like mania 9 that at least had different ropes. Lazy and cheap. ...Scrooge 😜
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Post by SteveHulk on Dec 25, 2023 10:06:36 GMT -5
That's just it though: people aren't charged an extra 20% VAT on most smaller items (I think the US to UK threshold is £135). Before the MC change, I was always ordering things from MC: Retro Series 1&2, CC Hogan & Funk etc. and was never charged any extra VAT/Customs/Import fees. No-one was. Now MC are adding it to the price and making you pay it, regardless(!). I said it with the Nitro stage - just charge us the dollar price (or GBP equivalent) and the shipping cost... and that's it. Simple. 🤷♂️ The £135 threshold is for the Customs fee. Everything should get VAT added on. It’s outlined on the “Tax and customs for goods sent from abroad” page of the HMRC website. Everything gets VAT, except gifts with a £39 or less value. Customs is also added for any item over £135 in value. And the VAT is also charged based upon shipping costs. All I'll say is: before the MC change, people were never charged any extra fees (on cheaper to mid-range items). We just paid the USD price and shipping. Now MC are adding it to the price and making you pay it though. Great. Not to mention, people are also now being charged a Customs fee on top of all this - when all the fees etc. are meant to be included(!). It's a mess. I think Mattel is best served to simply sell the product and not try to factor/pay any duties or taxes. Exactly. Let the country they're being imported to deal with it.
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