Jumbo Vintage Boba Fett review

[IrishJedi]

True. And I remember that was the Exclusive everyone was clamoring for at CIV. I passed, though.

 

[Deak Starkiller]

It won't. At this point they have no plans to do any beyond the initial 20/21. That can change, of course, but some of the "wish lists" I've seen out there are a pipe dream. The initial purpose of this line was to honor the original figures from '77-'79. That would be these:

1977-78
Artoo-Detoo (R2-D2)
Chewbacca
Luke Skywalker
Princess Leia Organa
Ben (Obi-Wan) Kenobi
Darth Vader
Han Solo
See-Threepio (C-3PO)
Stormtrooper / Imperial Stormtrooper
Death Squad Commander / Star Destroyer Commander
Jawa
Sand People / Sandpeople / Tusken Raider (Sand People)

1978-79
Greedo
Hammerhead
Snaggletooth
Walrus Man
Arfive-Defour (R5-D4)
Death Star Droid
Luke Skywalker (X-Wing Pilot) / Luke Skywalker (X-Wing Fighter Pilot)
Power Droid

1979-80
Boba Fett


That doesn't mean they won't do a figure or two from TESB or ROTJ. But I think the only ones you're for sure to see are the ones above. They're probably not keen on all of those card variants, either. We'll see.

I'd be ok with that list. Although the JEDI sculpts were pretty awesome (creatures, droids, Luke Jedi). I love me some Kenner.

 

[galactiboy]

I'd imagine they'll go for the full series if the line is popular enough. Although, I have a hard time imagining each figure (especially ones like the Bespin Guards) would be a sell-out.

 

[IrishJedi]

I don't think GG has the capacity for a line with quite that breadth.

Besides, the truth is, even the JEDI figures aren't as nostalgic as the first 20/21.

 

[galactiboy]

Agreed... kind of like the original set of 3 3/4" Joes; there is something special about those compared to the later releases.

Although in both cases some of the best looking figures came later in the series.

 

[IrishJedi]

Agreed... kind of like the original set of 3 3/4" Joes; there is something special about those compared to the later releases.

Although in both cases some of the best looking figures came later in the series.

Agreed. There is just something about the initial waves of figures (from both of the properties you mentioned) that has "magic" that the later, technically improved ones do not.

 

[Deak Starkiller]

I don't think GG has the capacity for a line with quite that breadth.

Besides, the truth is, even the JEDI figures aren't as nostalgic as the first 20/21.

I think that's competent capacity.

 

[Entropy]

These could be $200 each and they'd still sell as SW fans will buy anything. They should make these 1:1 next.

 

[galactiboy]

These could be $200 each and they'd still sell as SW fans will buy anything. They should make these 1:1 next.

Not always true... just look at Yavin Luke. That proved that even SW fans have a limit (although I did buy one )

 

[Darth Madden]

Not always true... just look at Yavin Luke. That proved that even SW fans have a limit (although I did buy one )

And don't forget this winner of an idea....

 

[thenammagazine]

Not always true... just look at Yavin Luke. That proved that even SW fans have a limit (although I did buy one )

Oxymoronic post!



























Though I bought one too.

 

[galactiboy]

Your an oxymoron

 

[thenammagazine]

Your an oxymoron

You and I aren't the only two. There're about 5998 other oxymorons.

 

[galactiboy]

Yeah, for as worthless as that figure is now (usually selling around $30 bucks) it is at a waitlist. So what do I know... I guess I figured it was still in stock with all the hatred it seems to generate.

I honestly don't think its that wretched of a figure. Kind of fun, but of course the blank expression really hurt him.

 

[Khev]

I noticed that someone criticized the GG Jumbo Fett for the tool below his right kneecap not being painted orange (like the 21 Back Fett.) But now I see that at least the Trilogo Fett didn't have it painted either. So the GG Fett does match the paint on some vintage figures after all.

 

[galactiboy]

There are so many variants (I assume unintentional) of the vintage figures that its not surprising to find some discrepancies. I've never been too concerned about it honestly... just as long as I have one vintage figure I'm happy.

 

[Khev]

Wait, you don't obsess over Star Wars minutiae? What are you a communist or something?

 

[Shropt]

I noticed that someone criticized the GG Jumbo Fett for the tool below his right kneecap not being painted orange (like the 21 Back Fett.) But now I see that at least the Trilogo Fett didn't have it painted either. So the GG Fett does match the paint on some vintage figures after all.

Yes, thank god GG matched the paint of the Boba Fett that was available to 1% of the population and was only available in a few European countries. Why would they ever want to match the paint job on the figure that 100% of Americans grew up with?

:facepalm

 

[thenammagazine]

Yes, thank god GG matched the paint of the Boba Fett that was available to 1% of the population and was only available in a few European countries. Why would they ever want to match the paint job on the figure that 100% of Americans grew up with?

:facepalm

Shhhhhhhh. Khev's embracing his inner apologist.

 

[EVILFACE]

Yes, thank god GG matched the paint of the Boba Fett that was available to 1% of the population and was only available in a few European countries. Why would they ever want to match the paint job on the figure that 100% of Americans grew up with?

:facepalm

You must not get the appeal of these figures.