Statue Gandalf the Grey Maquette - Order NOW, Link in 1st post!.

[fuzzylojiks]

Can't wait for this.

 

[Fritz]

Interestingly enough, I just got a notification that my waitlist will convert. I got on the Waitlist October 29.

 

[furystorm]

Does not sound promising for the line, although that false waitlist scenario has been happening with so many items for the past year, that it has become laughable. I suppose with the new NRD policy, this will be happening far less on future releases. The Gandalf maquette is the one which swayed me to the line, and only then did I actually realize that Aragorn was the start of that new line. When I placed an order for the Aragorn exclusive, it converted in a matter of about two weeks. Still happy to be on board the new line, but I sure hope it has some legs.

 

[furystorm]

Seems the edition size for the regular version has been posted and is only 750, which seems more in line with the size these maquettes probably should be carrying. However, it does give me concern for the line. Aragorn has a size of 550 exclusives and 1000 regulars, while Gandalf has come in at only 450 exclusives and 750 regulars, a whole 350 less statues produced than Aragorn. While I agree that the Strider piece looks amazing and I can't wait for its arrival, Gandalf is actually the one which brought me to the line and the combination of the two, and the statements concerning the new line by Sideshow, allowed be to decide that this would be the line for me during my lean year (2011) and beyond. Seem like Sideshow may end up saving me more money than I was expecting. They initially said one per quarter or so, and now we are already slipping into a two quarter gap with the release of only the third in the line. I will keep the faith however...

Surely, the Gandalf edition size was also a byproduct of the astoundingly beautiful premium format, at least in part.

 

[Seaward]

I have to agree that the Premium Format being on sale/shipping during such a similar time frame had an impact, but I would think that Sideshow will see a return to some smaller edition sizes. The days of people pre-ordering everything under the sun only to cancel when a product ships are going away, and the edition sizes will better reflect true interest in a product.

 

[The Josh]

Thats a good total for GTG. ES for LOTR and other lines right now need to be smaller it will help regenerate interest or keep it going. If people feel they are going to miss out they will fight to order. Plus you have things like the NRD that will help keep orders to those that truly want it for the most part.

GTG PF shipping right now has little effect on the statue since its not even in the 30-60day window.

 

[woodsy]

Seems the edition size for the regular version has been posted and is only 750, which seems more in line with the size these maquettes probably should be carrying. However, it does give me concern for the line. Aragorn has a size of 550 exclusives and 1000 regulars, while Gandalf has come in at only 450 exclusives and 750 regulars, a whole 350 less statues produced than Aragorn. While I agree that the Strider piece looks amazing and I can't wait for its arrival, Gandalf is actually the one which brought me to the line and the combination of the two, and the statements concerning the new line by Sideshow, allowed be to decide that this would be the line for me during my lean year (2011) and beyond. Seem like Sideshow may end up saving me more money than I was expecting. They initially said one per quarter or so, and now we are already slipping into a two quarter gap with the release of only the third in the line. I will keep the faith however...

Surely, the Gandalf edition size was also a byproduct of the astoundingly beautiful premium format, at least in part.

I think you can point to several reasons as to why the Aragorn maquette numbers are greater than those of GTG , but I'm with Josh on this one as I think the Gandalf PF had little or nothing to do with the eventual maquette numbers. At least here on the Freaks board there seemed to be very little in the way of evidence to back up this theory when it was broached several month's ago. If the mediums or scales were similar, or if the pre-order or shipping dates of these two items were similar [ instead of being a good 6 months apart] you might be onto something, but they are not.

I think the most likely reason for the discrepancy in numbers has more to do with the fact the Aragorn maquette is now generally considered to be the absolute best representation of Viggo ever produced. As for the character of GTG that honour now belongs to the PF and while the overall maquette is excellent [esp. in the likeness dept.] there are still some who take issue with some aspects of the statue, in particular the pose. Tom Gilliland stated in the introductory LOTR maquette video "we wanted to do a representation of him that ripped with power", and I believe they have succeeded in accomplishing that goal, but it certainly hasn't resonated with everyone.

I also believe we are going to see a significant drop in ES's across the board as the economy continues to spiral out of control. If you need evidence of this, look no further than the ES's of the latest SW and Marvel products....you know things are bad when SS starts dropping the numbers like this on their two most popular licences.

 

[The Josh]

I also believe we are going to see a significant drop in ES's across the board as the economy continues to spiral out of control. If you need evidence of this, look no further than the ES's of the latest SW and Marvel products....you know things are bad when SS starts dropping the numbers like this on their two most popular licences.

I agree 110%. Nothing is quite selling like it did a while back. Plus as things get better people will be eager to get pieces for fear of them selling out.

 

[bill59]

I think the most likely reason for the discrepancy in numbers has more to do with the fact the Aragorn maquette is now generally considered to be the absolute best representation of Viggo ever produced. Tom Gilliland stated in the introductory LOTR maquette video "we wanted to do a representation of him that ripped with power", and I believe they have succeeded in accomplishing that goal, but it certainly hasn't resonated with everyone.

I also believe we are going to see a significant drop in ES's across the board as the economy continues to spiral out of control. If you need evidence of this, look no further than the ES's of the latest SW and Marvel products....you know things are bad when SS starts dropping the numbers like this on their two most popular licences.

Yeah, I sure agree with you on the Viggo likeness woodsy. Trev did such an amazing job on the sculpt. However, I couldn't say the Aragorn as Strider pose ripped with power, as Tom stated. No for me even though he is covered in mud and what not, the pose says dignified even regal. It has all that in spaded IMHO. "Become who you were ment to be" as Elrond would say.

I agree 110%. Nothing is quite selling like it did a while back. Plus as things get better people will be eager to get pieces for fear of them selling out.

I agree with out both on the continuing reduction of the ES's. There just isn't as much disposable income available these days.

Bill

 

[furystorm]

Ripped with power was in reference to Gandalf.

 

[woodsy]

Yeah, I sure agree with you on the Viggo likeness woodsy. Trev did such an amazing job on the sculpt. However, I couldn't say the Aragorn as Strider pose ripped with power, as Tom stated. No for me even though he is covered in mud and what not, the pose says dignified even regal. It has all that in spaded IMHO. "Become who you were ment to be" as Elrond would say.



I agree with out both on the continuing reduction of the ES's. There just isn't as much disposable income available these days.

Bill

I'm afraid I could have worded my comments in such a way that they were a bit clearer. See what happens when I don't proof read Bill Furystorm is correct, that reference was meant for Gandalf, not Aragorn.

 

[woodsy]

Yeah, I sure agree with you on the Viggo likeness woodsy. Trev did such an amazing job on the sculpt. However, I couldn't say the Aragorn as Strider pose ripped with power, as Tom stated. No for me even though he is covered in mud and what not, the pose says dignified even regal. It has all that in spaded IMHO. "Become who you were ment to be" as Elrond would say.



I agree with out both on the continuing reduction of the ES's. There just isn't as much disposable income available these days.

Bill

Agreed, and I love the way Aragorn's palm is gently resting on the hilt of his sword....a subtle reminder that dignified or not, he's not a guy you really want to mess with.

 

[bill59]

I'm afraid I could have worded my comments in such a way that they were a bit clearer. See what happens when I don't proof read Bill Furystorm is correct, that reference was meant for Gandalf, not Aragorn.

That would be more applicable to the GTG maquette for sure. But do you know what I'm not too happy with?...it's the position of Gandalf's hat on his head. I so wish whey would have place it more like the PF. I feel it kind of cheapens the figure somewhat. Does anyone else think that?...or is it just me

Bill

 

[woodsy]

That would be more applicable to the GTG maquette for sure. But do you know what I'm not too happy with?...it's the position of Gandalf's hat on his head. I so wish whey would have place it more like the PF. I feel it kind of cheapens the figure somewhat. Does anyone else think that?...or is it just me

Bill

No you are not alone. Other than the pose that does seem to be the biggest complaint. When I look at this piece I envision Gandalf on the edge of a great chasm with his overcoat and hat feeling the effects of a powerful updraft so I can't say it bothers me, but it certainly does bother others.

 

[Seaward]

The pose of the Gandalf PF is much more in line with how I might expect to see him, but this pose isn't too off-putting for me. I'll be curious to see how he looks in relation to other characters in the line. Strider is more of a contemplative pose, but the others look more action-oriented and dynamic. Maybe next to Gimli and Legolas this Gandalf will look relatively placid!
Welcome aboard Bill!

 

[bill59]

Thanks for the welcome guys...I feel right at home already. Great to be here. Looking forward to picking up lost of LOTR collectibles news here. Keep it coming!

Bill

 

[woodsy]

I agree totally with you guys about the different aspects of GTG, but i still think the pose just doesn't work. Yes he is a super-hero, but he shouldn't stride or lurch...

I dont think anyone would argue that the excl. pose is much less dramatic/much more subdued than the reg. edition pose. Perhaps you could follow the lead of most of us who ordered the excl. ML PF, namely place the offending switch-out hand in the box, and pack it away...never to be seen again.

 

[bill59]

ML PF, namely place the offending switch-out hand in the box, and pack it away...never to be seen again.

That's how I intend to display my ML PF Ex. woodsy


Bill

 

[FrodoEyes]

*Browses old photos and videos of the exclusive........... considers putting down a wait-list request.....*

 

[The Josh]

*Browses old photos and videos of the exclusive........... considers putting down a wait-list request.....*