TMNT X PINTRILL (Tales of the TMNT Pins) - Page 6

*Powder* · 08-14-2017, 07:09 PM

My Kintaro is 164/200, but Splinter, like Optimus Primer's, just says PROOF on it.

*TurtleWA* · 08-14-2017, 07:36 PM

That seems very unusual. Someone with Facebook could leave a message on Pintrill's page. I would like to see photos of a Splinter pin with the issue number and one that says "proof." I'm a very visual person. Only if posting pics is convenient though.

*IndigoErth* · 08-14-2017, 07:48 PM

Really curious what that means.

The only guess I can make is maybe proofs are the first ones made that were, in a sense, testers to make sure it was coming out right, and since it worked they were included in the batch prior to those that received numbers? (More to my theory that the earliest ones made could have been at the bottom of the pile prior to shipping and might go to those who got in under the wire...)

*Powder* · 08-14-2017, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by IndigoErth

Really curious what that means.

The only guess I can make is maybe proofs are the first ones made that were, in a sense, testers to make sure it was coming out right, and since it worked they were included in the batch prior to those that received numbers?

That's my guess too. Makes no difference to me, it's a great pin in perfect shape. & you can't beat the price of free.

*IndigoErth* · 08-14-2017, 08:06 PM

I know, I'm so glad I manged to grab it. Great price for a pin this big!

*TurtleWA* · 08-14-2017, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by IndigoErth

Really curious what that means.

The only guess I can make is maybe proofs are the first ones made that were, in a sense, testers to make sure it was coming out right, and since it worked they were included in the batch prior to those that received numbers? (More to my theory that the earliest ones made could have been at the bottom of the pile prior to shipping and might go to those who got in under the wire...)

Proof could make it more rare. The proof theory of yours IndigoErth sounds like it makes sense. I wonder how many proofs got produced prior to the 1/200 marking. Could there have been 400 Splinter pins made? I am also curious how many of the pins Kevin Eastman got?

For Splinter I got 46/200 and ordered as soon as Autbot_Benz posted the link and my friend did the same and got 192/200. The two I got from a fellow dromer are Mona Lisa 124/200 & Kintaro 57/200.

I attached some photos if anyone needs reference pics for any reason. I found the bags are easy to seal again if opened carefully.

Optimus Primer · 08-14-2017, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Powder

That's my guess too. Makes no difference to me, it's a great pin in perfect shape. & you can't beat the price of free.

Same. Mine is in mint condition as well.

Here's what my pin looks like:

ColinStein · 08-14-2017, 08:50 PM

Mine also says "Proof". My friend got a 73/200. Wonder which one is better or more rare and should trade her for...

Optimus Primer · 08-14-2017, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by ColinStein

Mine also says "Proof". My friend got a 73/200. Wonder which one is better or more rare and should trade her for...

I think you should keep yours. If she had something like 1/200 or 200/200, I would trade, but Proof might end up being rare.

*TurtleWA* · 08-14-2017, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by ColinStein

Mine also says "Proof". My friend got a 73/200. Wonder which one is better or more rare and should trade her for...

Yeah I would think proof would be more rare. But have no actual idea. Comes down to personal preference. Knowing that they got advertised as a run of 200. I would be extremely bothered if mine wasn't numbered. Even if the proof became twice as valuable in time I would still need one that has a 1-200 designation. And I would not buy a non-number on the secondary market. That's just me though and my weird way of thinking. Reminds me of how some comics are issue #0 which is cool.

Pointblank · 08-16-2017, 10:44 AM

Got my Splinter pin and got # 1/200!

20170815_234925.jpg

***First of Two Latin Kings*** · 08-16-2017, 11:21 AM

How often does a new one go up?

ToSte · 08-16-2017, 03:18 PM

You're theory is correct, the proof pins are indeed less common. The manufacturer first makes a set of proofs on a master disk that's about the size of a vinyl record, they present the proof to purchaser for approval on color and everything before moving on. Those look to be about 2 inches so I'd guess there's only about 6 to 8 proofs out there.

drag0nfeathers · 08-16-2017, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by ***First of Two Latin Kings***

How often does a new one go up?

Hard to say. They've been days apart and up to three weeks apart. They tend to go up roughly around when the new episode or arc airs, but that's a fairly loose term. They usually give a heads up a few days in advance on Twitter or Facebook though. I've missed 2 or of 4 so far

*IndigoErth* · 08-16-2017, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by ToSte

You're theory is correct, the proof pins are indeed less common. The manufacturer first makes a set of proofs on a master disk that's about the size of a vinyl record, they present the proof to purchaser for approval on color and everything before moving on. Those look to be about 2 inches so I'd guess there's only about 6 to 8 proofs out there.

That's awesome. So there's prob a little over 200 made really, but just a few lucky people getting unnumbered.

And grats, Pointblank, I was hoping the owner of #1 might be on here!

If there is one for it, I'm very curious what/who the monsters arc pin will be!

playmate · 08-16-2017, 06:16 PM

Mondo Awesome! Congratulations, Dude!!

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Originally Posted by Pointblank

Got my Splinter pin and got # 1/200!

Attachment 11439

*Roseangelo* · 08-16-2017, 10:11 PM

Just checked all of mine:

1) 98/200
2) 108/200
3) 173/200
4) 85/200

drag0nfeathers · 08-17-2017, 06:24 PM

I bought a Splinter off another dromer and it actually says proof on the back as well.

ZacksSoUgly · 08-20-2017, 10:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pointblank

Got my Splinter pin and got # 1/200!

Attachment 11439

That's dope! Congrats.

Just checked the two that I have :

Kintaro - 95/200
Splinter - Proof

I'm hyped to have a numbered one and a proof. Sort of a best of both worlds type of deal. I hope the pins continue on this upward trend of better designs. They've gotten cooler with each release, in my opinion.

*TurtleWA* · 08-26-2017, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by TurtleWA

For Splinter I got 46/200 and ordered as soon as Autbot_Benz posted the link and my friend did the same and got 192/200. The two I got from a fellow dromer are Mona Lisa 124/200 & Kintaro 57/200

Was able to find the first pin/Leo 102/200. Grateful to have all now that have been released.

08-14-2017, 07:09 PM	#101
Powder So tired of this place Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shell Ri La Posts: 26,803	My Kintaro is 164/200, but Splinter, like Optimus Primer's, just says PROOF on it. __________________ I'm convinced that none of you have ever experienced joy

08-14-2017, 08:50 PM	#108
ColinStein Foot Soldier Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 134	Mine also says "Proof". My friend got a 73/200. Wonder which one is better or more rare and should trade her for... __________________

08-16-2017, 10:11 PM	#117
Roseangelo Emperor Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: California Posts: 8,978	Just checked all of mine: 1) 98/200 2) 108/200 3) 173/200 4) 85/200 __________________ www.ninjapizza.net www.colorsbyrosemary.com

08-17-2017, 06:24 PM	#118
drag0nfeathers Stone Warrior Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Taunton, MA Posts: 623	I bought a Splinter off another dromer and it actually says proof on the back as well. __________________ Thank you to evan2000 for the AWESOME gif! <3

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08-14-2017, 07:36 PM	#102
TurtleWA Foot Elite Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: WA Posts: 2,507	That seems very unusual. Someone with Facebook could leave a message on Pintrill's page. I would like to see photos of a Splinter pin with the issue number and one that says "proof." I'm a very visual person. Only if posting pics is convenient though.

08-14-2017, 07:48 PM	#103
IndigoErth Team Blue Boy Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: U.S., East Coast Posts: 15,224	Really curious what that means. The only guess I can make is maybe proofs are the first ones made that were, in a sense, testers to make sure it was coming out right, and since it worked they were included in the batch prior to those that received numbers? (More to my theory that the earliest ones made could have been at the bottom of the pile prior to shipping and might go to those who got in under the wire...)

08-14-2017, 08:06 PM	#105
IndigoErth Team Blue Boy Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: U.S., East Coast Posts: 15,224	I know, I'm so glad I manged to grab it. Great price for a pin this big!

08-16-2017, 10:44 AM	#111
Pointblank Foot Soldier Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Kentucky Posts: 101	Got my Splinter pin and got # 1/200! 20170815_234925.jpg

08-16-2017, 03:18 PM	#113
ToSte Hench Mutant Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Alaska Posts: 418	You're theory is correct, the proof pins are indeed less common. The manufacturer first makes a set of proofs on a master disk that's about the size of a vinyl record, they present the proof to purchaser for approval on color and everything before moving on. Those look to be about 2 inches so I'd guess there's only about 6 to 8 proofs out there.