Current discount codes at SSC

[hokietwo]

Re: Current discount codes at SSC and other random rumblings May code is AVENGE2015

We are all Freaks here, aren't we? We'll be back for more, again and again...

Amen brother.

Plastic Crack addicts.

 

[hokietwo]

Re: Current discount codes at SSC and other random rumblings May code is AVENGE2015

That's actually a better way of looking at things. With mine, I've essentially put a small deposit towards whatever I buy next, which means I have to buy something next. Not a good cycle to be stuck in.

But that also depends on how much access you have to acquiring figures. In the states there are an abundant amount of distributors to choose from. Many international customers only have sideshow as a outlet to buy figures at close to retail pricing. Of course there's ebay, but the options for some are much fewer to pick up pieces. To be able to get rewards from the sole place you purchase from is a definite perk.

 

[skizzoid]

Re: Current discount codes at SSC and other random rumblings May code is AVENGE2015

But that also depends on how much access you have to acquiring figures. In the states there are an abundant amount of distributors to choose from. Many international customers only have sideshow as a outlet to buy figures at close to retail pricing. Of course there's ebay, but the options for some are much fewer to pick up pieces. To be able to get rewards from the sole place you purchase from is a definite perk.

I agree with that. I don't buy a lot from Sideshow (or in general, for that matter), but most of it is with a coupon, so the rewards just sit around until there's something they can be used on. And because of how I count the points (for better or worse), I won't just use the points in place of a discount on a future order. So at this point, I'm just banking points for movie promo/convention exclusive releases since those typically don't become coupon-eligible (the stealth Mark 7 wiped out my last batch).

 

[Zodach]

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I never count reward points when considering the price. They're nice to have later on and all but they aren't immediate savings.

I always consider them as part of my initial purchase since they're as good as cash to me. I do this for almost all rewards that I earn (eBay bucks, LEGO VIP points, and TRU rewards dollars). And no I do not double count them as a discount on a future purchase. I always make sure to carefully consider what I will purchase with them to ensure that I get the most out of them. If there is a coupon available for that item then I will not use the rewards since I would be effectively discounting the value of them. I only use them on highly limited items that will most likely not be eligible for any coupons (including the monthly $20 off).

 

[loki2371]

Re: Current discount codes at SSC and other random rumblings May code is AVENGE2015

There's also other advantages from buying directly form Sideshow in addition to the rewards. There's 2 important advantages. One if you are in the US you get it way before any other US re-sellers. And the second for me is an important one is that they are the official US distributor. Since the QC on these have gotten so bad, it's not such a great deal anymore if you receive a figure with a problem. Buying from Sideshow early pretty much guarantees you a swap for an item or whole figure if yours has an issue. And its handled in house directly with them to Hot Toys. If you buy form, say BBTS, good luck with a replacement not taking a loooong time, unless of course its a shelf warmer. So though I love the rewards, I also love my piece of mind from in case of receiving a damaged product.

 

[Kenbenobi]

Re: Current discount codes at SSC and other random rumblings May code is AVENGE2015

I usually buy direct from Sideshow, unless it's an item I wasn't going to buy, but then I find a sale price elsewhere which convinces me to get it. But Sideshow sales have been doing that to me, so I haven't bought anything elsewhere in quite a while... I'm a sucker for exclusives, so I will always want the exclusive version, if it has one (I broke that rule for IG-88, and it still pains me to this day). But if there is no exclusive, I suppose I'd consider buying elsewhere. Chewbacca is one example. I have it ordered from Sideshow, but if I see a deal elsewhere, I could jump....

 

[TonTon]

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I agree with that. I don't buy a lot from Sideshow (or in general, for that matter), but most of it is with a coupon, so the rewards just sit around until there's something they can be used on. And because of how I count the points (for better or worse), I won't just use the points in place of a discount on a future order. So at this point, I'm just banking points for movie promo/convention exclusive releases since those typically don't become coupon-eligible (the stealth Mark 7 wiped out my last batch).

I mostly grab the exclusives as well so it makes sense to order from SS, and I'm waiting until I have enough free rewards to get a figure outright. I like your idea of putting it toward a con-exclusive, that's smart, since those often sell out before coupon eligibility (it's almost like getting an extra $20 out of your rewards), but I'll likely just end up applying it toward the first full figure I want and have enough saved up for. If I can snag something with free shipping that would be the other good scenario, since then the figure would actually be 100% free.

 

[xequae]

Re: Current discount codes at SSC and other random rumblings May code is AVENGE2015

I received my Hot Toys Storm Shadow from GoHastings and he arrived in perfect shape still sealed in the box. Not bad for $92.

 

[chewdeezy]

Re: Current discount codes at SSC and other random rumblings May code is AVENGE2015

I received my Hot Toys Storm Shadow from GoHastings and he arrived in perfect shape still sealed in the box. Not bad for $92.

I got my Roadblock for about $100 and the box wasn't in too bad of shape. Great deal at this price!

Also got a new 20% Marvel code from SSC, only works on instock items or preorders launched during March. I think everything from AOU launched in April?

 

[darkknight]

Re: Current discount codes at SSC and other random rumblings May code is AVENGE2015

All the money I spent from sideshow, I never once get a free gift or any of those random emails for discount given out to a few of you guys.

 

[WhoaItsJBot]

Re: Current discount codes at SSC and other random rumblings May code is AVENGE2015

I wonder if I should get a pack out on Winter Soldier just to see. I've never done that before.

 

[Trypticon]

Re: Current discount codes at SSC and other random rumblings May code is AVENGE2015

I got my Roadblock for about $100 and the box wasn't in too bad of shape. Great deal at this price!

Also got a new 20% Marvel code from SSC, only works on instock items or preorders launched during March. I think everything from AOU launched in April?

Single-use code?

 

[Trypticon]

Re: Current discount codes at SSC and other random rumblings May code is AVENGE2015

Updated with STARWARS15

Promo Code	Discount	Expiration	Valid Items
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STARWARS15	20%	May 31, 2015	Link
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For another 20% code good on most of the same figures as the other 20% (plus Winter Soldier), fill out the survey and enter the contest at the end. They'll email you a unique promo code that expires July 1/15.
Link: Could you be one of the Avengers? | Sideshow Collectibles

 

[chewdeezy]

Re: Current discount codes at SSC and other random rumblings May code is AVENGE2015

Single-use code?

Yeah, it's a unique code. Never received anything like this before.

 

[Kenbenobi]

Re: Current discount codes at SSC and other random rumblings May code is AVENGE2015

Are you kidding me? They have 20% off of the brown coat Han, but not the blue? I bought the Brown. I' feel ripped off now. I shoulda bought the blue. Then I'd probably buy the brown now, too, even though I don't need both!

 

[Pixelpiper]

Re: Current discount codes at SSC and other random rumblings May code is AVENGE2015

Are you kidding me? They have 20% off of the brown coat Han, but not the blue? I bought the Brown. I'd buy the blue for 20% off...

Apparently the code also works with the regular Hoth Luke.

 

[Kenbenobi]

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Apparently the code also works with the regular Hoth Luke.

But not the exclusive? Hmmmm... Interesting... I have the exclusive already, but I'll pass the info on to a friend...

 

[bonestockbrz]

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I bought a tonto. My wife likes johnny Depp so I felt it was cheap enough. It's actually cheaper if you buy it through Amazon . Came out to $87.99 through amazon and would have cost $97.29 through Hastings ...

 

[karamazov80]

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if u add brown exclusive hoth han to cart, then put the coupon in, THEN add exclusive hoth luke, the coupon will take off $40...tempting....

Coupon gives you $40 off Han by himself.

 

[chusifer]

Re: Current discount codes at SSC and other random rumblings May code is AVENGE2015

Coupon gives you $40 off Han by himself.

whoops, apparantly i can't do math