How do you feel about Hot Toys doing second runs of Vader, Chewie, Han and Obi-Wan?

[Sardo Numspa]

Speak for yourself. I have a number of very limited items (prob < 25 items made) that, were they to be re-released, or made generally more available, I would not care one iota.

I collect for me, not for what someone else I don't know or care about does or does not have, and I am happy if other collectors who love their tchotchkes get to sit them in a shelf or in their mancaves and get the same level of enjoyment I personally get from them.

I was speaking for myself. I also collect for Me. The title of the Thread is "How do you feel about Hot Toys doing the 2nd run..."
I've just seen so much animosity between members here on this forum, I have a very hard time believing that everyone is so happy for, or care about, other collectors' enjoyment. Also, the collectors that I know, who have several very limited pieces, are very proud of the fact that they are limited pieces. The disappointment if those pieces become more readily available, is the same in almost any industry (cars, watches, shoes, furniture, clothing, etc.), even if the owner isn't a "collector" per se.

 

[Johnny6666]

It's great to know that our local Australian retailers will be making more of these available - so lots of Americans can scoop them up at cheap prices (just like they did the first time).

May the greed be with you.


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[Zildjian]

It's great to know that our local Australian retailers will be making more of these available - so lots of Americans can scoop them up at cheap prices (just like they did the first time).

May the greed be with you.


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So you are upset that "American" collectors that did not purchase these the first time are getting an opportunity to do so now? Or are you implying that these "American" collectors will be scalping them for higher prices? Confused here.....

 

[Sardo Numspa]

Sounds like making more of a general comment regarding the currency swing. I totally understand, the currency is killing me here in Canada as well!

 

[kreaturekomfort]

TBH, I'm completely dumfounded by Popcultcha's prices. It kind of makes me wonder why I
haven't ordered internationally before. The Bats/Supes 2 pack for $329? Vision for $130? The SW figs between $165-$175 a piece????
If we don't hear anything soon from SS, I may just take a leap of faith and pre-order all of these figures from them. Shipping to the
States is remarkably reasonable, too!

 

[Bjjer]

TBH, I'm completely dumfounded by Popcultcha's prices. It kind of makes me wonder why I
haven't ordered internationally before. The Bats/Supes 2 pack for $329? Vision for $130? The SW figs between $165-$175 a piece????
If we don't hear anything soon from SS, I may just take a leap of faith and pre-order all of these figures from them. Shipping to the
States is remarkably reasonable, too!

Ive made about 6 purchases from them so far never had a problem. Vision for $144 and Leia for $173 is a better deal than BBTS/SSC. The only problemis if the figure has some damage, returning in not as easy.

 

[Zildjian]

Ive made about 6 purchases from them so far never had a problem. Vision for $144 and Leia for $173 is a better deal than BBTS/SSC. The only problemis if the figure has some damage, returning in not as easy.

Where are you seeing those prices? I see Vision for $190.85 and Leia for $209.94.... all in American dollars.

 

[TonTon]

There's a glitch basically. You add those items to your cart and the prices drop (only when it's set to US dollars).

 

[kreaturekomfort]

Ive made about 6 purchases from them so far never had a problem. Vision for $144 and Leia for $173 is a better deal than BBTS/SSC. The only problemis if the figure has some damage, returning in not as easy.

What should we worry about in terms of duties, etc? I'm in Massachusetts and haven't ordered HTs internationally before.
Have you had to pay a substantial amount in duties or customs when the figures arrived?
Have you had to make a return before to Popcultcha?

 

[james the cat]

I'm happy for the people who didn't get the figures first time around if there exactly the same.
But I'd be pissed off with hot toys if they remake them any better like chewy with lighter hair or redoing obi wans face
It's not exactly a cheap hobby I've spent thousands on them then to remake them 6 months later is a piss take
I know that they remake certain figures a 2.0 but it's usually a minimum of two or 3 years when they do.

 

[BatBrain]

I have to admit I'm a little irked by this second run. Don't get me wrong, I'm thrilled for those who missed out on some of these but if they do improve them that really sucks for those of us that got them from originally at retail. It's one thing if HT goes and improves figures from years ago like Robo and ED or some of the Batman or IM figures but the SW figures just came out. Are they going to call this run 2.0 if that's the case? Like some others have said, I also like that maybe I have some things in my collection that not everyone has. I mean I would love to have gotten Leonidas or Blade but I missed those and that's just the way it is unless I want to pay hundreds above retail to get them. I think this second run kind is just kind of a slippery slope but HT doesn't care if it upsets anyone as long as it's more cash for them.

 

[Wor-Gar]

In HT's defense, they have never said anything about not doing a second run. They have actually done v2's with improvements -- like Iron Man Mk 1 or the endless Joker parade -- which I can see aggravating those who got the original, but there's always been at least two years between those efforts.

I much prefer to see an additional identical run than I would a new v2 run with improvements (that would seem like punishing first buyers of your product).

 

[Darth Mangler]

exactly. No harm in producing more of what has already been sold. These are not that limited anyway. A version 2.0 would hopefully have improvements and HT's has done this with other releases. They usually announce a V2 if this is happening.

 

[Malgus]

I said before... Every company is in business to make money. Nothing wrong with that but Hot Toys is on a completely different level of extreme greed.

 

[kreaturekomfort]

Just 'chatted' with a SS rep, asking if they're getting, or have gotten word that they're getting these re-issued figs.
I told them that I was about to place a sizeable order with an international company and have been with SS for many years and would obviously like to
keep my dollar with them.
So far they haven't heard a thing from HT.
Guess they're not too concerned about losing orders to these international ones.

 

[Spudtrooper]

From a customizing standpoint I've very happy to hear this. I've been really wanting to get another Chewie to do a custom Hoth version but the prices now are insane. I'd be happy to have the chance at another one at retail. And as far as any improvements to the appearance, if indeed that is the case I'd use the new one as my regular Chewie and customize the first one.

Either way I'm glad this is a possibility because scalpers can SUCK IT!!!

 

[Chubs&Doggers]

Just 'chatted' with a SS rep, asking if they're getting, or have gotten word that they're getting these re-issued figs.
I told them that I was about to place a sizeable order with an international company and have been with SS for many years and would obviously like to
keep my dollar with them.
So far they haven't heard a thing from HT.
Guess they're not too concerned about losing orders to these international ones.

That or they know ur not the only one in line to buy.

 

[Chubs&Doggers]

Love to hate the scalpers but let's be real these are already priced a ridiculous prices. If it wasn't for the resale and Mark up on these "toys" I don't think anyone would buy them to begin with. 300 for darth Vader. Plastic and all. 300. If HT would open these up to anyone who wanted them at anytime.. they couldn't get 150 for this figure. Only reason I can justify paying these insane prices is that once they are sold out that's it. This is not an investment. These figures are not buying me a house down the line. This is a damn expensive hobby! It makes it easier to believe that if I ever get out I can get most my money back if not all of it. I only buy one figure.

People that passed originally then it's on them. I passed on obi wan and guess what now I get a 2nd chance. Total BS. I had my I chance. Now I've payed ebay prices for him. Am I just ranting cause I missed out in this resale. Maybe. But HT new along all they had to do is hit the reprint button. Same for people that are just getting into this hobby. They came to late to the party for this go around. When I joined this 1/6 club it was the same for me. Maybe HT should re-issue captain jack or 89 batman!

Scalers are what makes this hobby interesting. Hate them or not. We all check the ebay prices. I see it here all the time. Re-issues will kill this hobby.

Or maybe bring the prices down. No I doubt it.

 

[Wor-Gar]

It's a good thing because not only does it keep prices at retail... it's likely to flood the market a bit and even lower prices for secondary purchasers. Might be able to get a 2nd Chewie for even less than I paid for the first.

 

[kreaturekomfort]

Sooo, I just bit the bullet on a Popcultcha order of Han, Chewy and Obi Wan (since I missed out at SS).

The total came to $548.54 ($503.05 + $45.49 ECI shipping)
After ordering, my order form said I would be charged
$783.86 (AU), which still comes out to $583.08 in US current conversion rates.

My credit card has now been charged $602.36, which is $53.82 (US) or $72.35 (AU) more than my original total.

I'm inquiring about the discrepancy because even with the slight difference in Paypal's conversion rates, it doesn't add up to that much of a difference.

In ANY case, it's still a big savings over what these cost from SS ($133 cheaper overall for the 3 figures)

Can anyone tell me if I'm going to be hit with duties or customs on them?
If I end up paying a big chunk on this end, the savings would be pointless, esp. if I have an increased risk of a damaged item needing a return.
If SS ends up getting them in, the ease of domestic orders would win out (personally).