Zincdust
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Post by Zincdust on May 9, 2023 14:51:13 GMT -5
Probably that LJN-style Sgt. Slaughter. The one that Hasbro offered as an official G.I. Joe mail-away.
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Zincdust
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Post by Zincdust on May 9, 2023 13:59:42 GMT -5
The other WM4 thread here reminded me of an idea that I had several years back about the WM4 World Championship tournament.
At the time, if I remember correctly Jack Tunney (or some other WWF official) had said that both Andre the Giant and Hulk Hogan would get a bye past the opening round and face each other, as "facing each other would be as if they had wrestled two men" (or words to that effect).
So my question for all of YOU Golden Era fans: Let's say that Hulk & Andre each had an opening round opponent anyway. Who would you insert as their matchups?
Personally, I look at it based on A. Someone that each one of them could dispose of easily (in order to guarantee they'd face each other in the quarterfinals), B. Someone who wasn't already involved in a high-profile match elsewhere on the card (such as Hercules or Brutus Beefcake), and C. Someone who was a big enough name that they would deserve to be in the tournament (storyline-wise, of course).
My picks would be: 1st round opponent for Andre: Ken Patera 1st round opponent for Hulk: King Harley Race
Each of those guys were in the battle royal, so they wouldn't be missed.
Who would be YOUR picks for Hulk's/Andre's opening round opponents?
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Post by Zincdust on May 9, 2023 12:57:37 GMT -5
I was a fan of both, and would watch one live while recording the other show to watch immediately afterwards. Which one I watched live depended on who I felt had the stronger set of previously-announced matches for that week.
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Post by Zincdust on May 2, 2023 18:41:22 GMT -5
WM4 will always be my favorite. It was the first PPV that we watched live, and I'm not sure that I've ever marked out harder in my life than when Macho won the tournament!
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Post by Zincdust on Apr 20, 2023 10:26:21 GMT -5
So far I've been able to pick up Kitt Catwoman, Riddler, Joker, Mr. Freeze, Penguin, and Egghead.
Saw a bunch of King Tut over the weekend, but haven't snagged him as of yet. Gonna see what they have at a big local toy show this Saturday first.
Still kicking myself for not picking up the regular plain ol' Batman & Robin when I had the chance.
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Post by Zincdust on Apr 19, 2023 16:35:01 GMT -5
Looks as if Tomax & Xamot are $12.99 each on Amazon (if anyone is still missing 'em).
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Post by Zincdust on Apr 18, 2023 14:56:49 GMT -5
Let's see how they compare: Look/charisma/talking ability: Hall Athletic ability: Steiner Ability to kick my butt: Tie
On paper, they're pretty evenly matched. I'm personally gonna give the nod to Hall, as he was one of my favorites.
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Post by Zincdust on Apr 18, 2023 14:34:40 GMT -5
Steiner Brothers - Rick Hart Foundation - Anvil British Bulldogs - Davey Boy LOD - Animal BrainBusters - Arn Demolition - Ax Power & Glory - Hercules Mega Powers - Savage Mega Maniacs - Beefcake Ultimate Maniacs - Savage US Express - Windham The Iron Sheik & Nikolai Volkoff - Iron Sheik Harlem Heat - Booker T Midnight Express - Lane Rockers - Jannetty RnR Express - Gibson Hollywood Blonds - Pillman The Russians - Nikita Dream Team - Valentine Rhythm and Blues - HTM Powers of Pain - Warlord Wild Samoans - Afa Headshrinkers - Samu Superfly and the Tonga Kid - Snuka Blade Runners - Sting Outsiders - Hall Strike Force - Martel CanAm Connection - Martel New Age Outlaws - Gunn Steamboat and Youngblood - Steamboat Killer Bees - Brunzell Doom - Reed APA - Simmons Brothers of Destruction - Kane
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Post by Zincdust on Apr 18, 2023 11:26:09 GMT -5
I dig a breakfast sandwich. A biscuit or croissant, with egg and cheese, plus either ham, bacon, or sausage. Also love a McGriddle. I'm OK with frozen ones, so I stock up on Jimmy Dean sammies, or the Kroger brand.
Also, for a few days after getting a lecture at my doctor's appointment, I'll switch to yogurt/fruit. But it never lasts as long as it should before I switch back to those breakfast sammies.
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Post by Zincdust on Apr 15, 2023 18:32:54 GMT -5
Golden Era & New Generation for me!
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Post by Zincdust on Apr 15, 2023 11:53:24 GMT -5
Definitely the best line for him. Who would you pair him with? Junkyard Dog? Dog is probably the best pairing option for him imo I'd personally put Race with Hacksaw Duggan (but I realize that I'm in the minority). Their brawl all over the building at the '87 Slammy Awards will forever be burned into my brain.
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Post by Zincdust on Apr 12, 2023 18:29:33 GMT -5
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Post by Zincdust on Apr 10, 2023 16:12:27 GMT -5
I was at my local F.Y.E. over the weekend, and to my surprise, saw Dusty and Zarana hanging on their pegs! I checked the price tags, and... $40 EACH?! Heck with that. I'm in their club which gives me 10% off of all purchases, but even with that, no thanks. They're below retail on Amazon. Thanks for the heads up!
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Post by Zincdust on Apr 10, 2023 14:30:45 GMT -5
I was at my local F.Y.E. over the weekend, and to my surprise, saw Dusty and Zarana hanging on their pegs! I checked the price tags, and... $40 EACH?! Heck with that. I'm in their club which gives me 10% off of all purchases, but even with that, no thanks.
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Post by Zincdust on Apr 6, 2023 10:16:53 GMT -5
I've been looking into Every Plate. Has anyone here had any experience with that service?
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Post by Zincdust on Mar 27, 2023 10:46:15 GMT -5
As a Golden Era/New Gen guy, I voted for the Legends series. The Coliseum Collection is a close second!
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Post by Zincdust on Mar 16, 2023 18:50:52 GMT -5
I think that I may have been skipped over. Can one of you fine fellers have a look? Thanks in advance! Jack Specific Tim of theeSounds like you are a day one-er! Welcome to the club! Jack can you help this guy? Thanks a bunch! Where did the time go?! Anyway, I got my badge, and I am stoked!
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Post by Zincdust on Mar 16, 2023 10:45:04 GMT -5
Hi folks; could I be assigned a badge, please? My registration date is showing as Dec 18, 2001 (although I'm not sure that's entirely accurate; I think that I may have first joined in 2002, but I could be wrong). My member # is EIGHTY, if that tells you anything. Thanks in advance! I think that I may have been skipped over. Can one of you fine fellers have a look? Thanks in advance! Jack Specific Tim of thee
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Post by Zincdust on Mar 16, 2023 10:38:24 GMT -5
Just ordered my 80s Hogan & Piper! Looking forward to these two.
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Post by Zincdust on Mar 13, 2023 18:30:25 GMT -5
Yeah, I ran into Chris Jericho at a Sizzler Steakhouse in Eugene, Oregon after a house show in 2012. My wife actually recognized him before I did, and she's not even a fraction of the rabid wrestling fan that I am. Anyway, I didn't want to bother him, as it was about 11pm, he looked exhausted, and he was eating. So I didn't MEET him, but seeing him in the wild was still pretty cool.
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