Getting a set from Amiami for about $255 shipped. Much better than what Sideshow is offering, so will cancel my waitlist after I have paid for the set from Amiami.
Just got mine form AMI! The still sealed brown mailer came very well protected in a very sturdy and thick cardboard box. Box and figures are very well secured. Even had a COA in it. I'm very happy with the price and speed I got this in!!!
I used EMS. I ordered July 5th and got their payment email late that night. I paid July 6th and they shipped July 7th. Arrived in MINT condition this morning July 11th.
The only reason I didn't go with AmiAmi, is what happens if your figure arrives with a problem. I figured Sideshow would be much easier to work with and get something remedied. I will probably pay $50 extra (and have to wait), but I get a little piece of mind. I guess I haven't had many issues with Hot Toys in the past either way....
This is true since about 2 weeks ago, I was for sure I'd never get this set without paying an outrageous eBay price. I've got Thor coming this week so it won't be too bad of a wait anyways.