TMNT Classics Collection Wave 3 - Page 55

TMNTFilm · 09-05-2014, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by go_ninja84

even the Movie Star turtles had the same sculpt bodies, only difference was paint apps and belts

i actually like these figures and think they did a good job with them

While I agree with you on the new Classic Collection figures (I dig them quite a bit)... The old Movie Star Turtles (at least the small versions, not the Giant ones) did not have the same sculpt bodies. Each one was slightly different.

That being said though- I really don't mind them reusing bodies on these. The old Movie Star figures only consisted of 7 body part sculpts (head, 2 arms, 2 legs, front and back of shell), which amounts to only 28 uniquely sculpted pieces across all 4 Turtles. The Classic Collection Movie figures have almost that many individual pieces in just one arm. Paying for the tooling on that many uniquely tooled pieces would be insane nowadays... With highly articulated figures, parts re-use is the name of the game. And since the heads and belts are really the most differentiating elements of the Turtle suits in the film, I don't mind the body sharing at all.

Here is my review of the set if you'd care to hear more of my thoughts on them- http://www.tmntfilm.com/2014/08/merc...s-classic.html

-James

nathanbofficial · 09-05-2014, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by TheMasterTurtle

Its already been announced with pics that toon Shredder and Krang are next. I dont think we will see Tokka and Rahzar soon if at all.

Pics please?

*go_ninja84* · 09-05-2014, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by TMNTFilm

While I agree with you on the new Classic Collection figures (I dig them quite a bit)... The old Movie Star Turtles (at least the small versions, not the Giant ones) did not have the same sculpt bodies. Each one was slightly different.

That being said though- I really don't mind them reusing bodies on these. The old Movie Star figures only consisted of 7 body part sculpts (head, 2 arms, 2 legs, front and back of shell), which amounts to only 28 uniquely sculpted pieces across all 4 Turtles. The Classic Collection Movie figures have almost that many individual pieces in just one arm. Paying for the tooling on that many uniquely tooled pieces would be insane nowadays... With highly articulated figures, parts re-use is the name of the game. And since the heads and belts are really the most differentiating elements of the Turtle suits in the film, I don't mind the body sharing at all.

Here is my review of the set if you'd care to hear more of my thoughts on them- http://www.tmntfilm.com/2014/08/merc...s-classic.html

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g2...psd00823c2.jpg

-James

your right i didnt think about the arms and legs i was thinking about the shells and plastron being different like raph having more battle nicks

*Discogod* · 09-05-2014, 01:36 PM

Not to mention the Turtles were all different heights and builds in the movie...

Realistically though, there was no way Playmates was going to make 4 unique sculpts, with all the tooling costs involved, for a marginal line like this. We're lucky they didn't just stick new heads & belts on the toon figures.

Plus, the savings from reuse mean we can get unique sculpts for the villains down the road...

Cowabungawolf89 · 09-05-2014, 04:53 PM

I'm still having fun posing mine

*RaphaelinSTL* · 09-07-2014, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Cowabungawolf89

I'm still having fun posing mine

Same here! I always try to set mine in a new pose at least every day if I can.

Agent 86 · 09-07-2014, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by LeoRaph

Anyone here in Oz seen the 1990 Movie figures in stores yet?

No. And I'm not sure we will see them.

My local TRU stores still have plenty of stock of the cartoon versions and we never received Bebop and Rocksteady.

You could try contacting Headstart International, Playmates' Australian distributors, to see whether we should expect stock:

http://www.headstartint.com/Our-Contact-Details

I just purchased all four from Amazon (US). With shipping, they were around $25 each, which is probably what they would cost if they were ever released locally.

LeoRaph · 09-07-2014, 11:17 PM

Thanks Agent 86. I really hope ToysRUs get them though.

I saw them at a comic book store yesterday in the city in Sydney for $39.95 (should be $10 cheaper but doable considering no shipping costs). They sold out of Mikey and Raph and only had 3 sets of Leo and Don.

They don't look that bad at all, I also don't mind Leo's face for what it is, he should have a closed mouth though like the 2007 movie figure but I will most likely get The Leo and Raph anyway.

The only problem with the ones in the store were the paint jobs and inconsistencies on the plastic. Too much a risk ordering them online and getting crappy ones so I'll keep an eye out for better looking ones here. Might take a while though...

*TheBlueTurtle1* · 09-09-2014, 01:32 AM

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Originally Posted by TMNTFilm

While I agree with you on the new Classic Collection figures (I dig them quite a bit)... The old Movie Star Turtles (at least the small versions, not the Giant ones) did not have the same sculpt bodies. Each one was slightly different.

That being said though- I really don't mind them reusing bodies on these. The old Movie Star figures only consisted of 7 body part sculpts (head, 2 arms, 2 legs, front and back of shell), which amounts to only 28 uniquely sculpted pieces across all 4 Turtles. The Classic Collection Movie figures have almost that many individual pieces in just one arm. Paying for the tooling on that many uniquely tooled pieces would be insane nowadays... With highly articulated figures, parts re-use is the name of the game. And since the heads and belts are really the most differentiating elements of the Turtle suits in the film, I don't mind the body sharing at all.

Here is my review of the set if you'd care to hear more of my thoughts on them- http://www.tmntfilm.com/2014/08/merc...s-classic.html

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g2...psd00823c2.jpg

-James

Great review. The pics you took are really awesome aswell, makes me want them more. Just wish they would hurry up and release them here.

Thanks for such a great in depth review.

TMNTFilm · 09-10-2014, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by TheBlueTurtle1

Great review. The pics you took are really awesome aswell, makes me want them more. Just wish they would hurry up and release them here.

Thanks for such a great in depth review.

Thank you sir! Very kind of you to say!

-James

slaysghosts · 09-10-2014, 01:15 PM

you can buy these at Books A Million now.

LeoRaph · 09-19-2014, 09:06 PM

Hey, I got a question for those who have ordered theirs online, how are the paint jobs with the faces? I can forgive a little bleeding on the body but the face needs to be as close to perfection as possible, especially the eyes.

It's not looking good for Oz right now, they only seem to be available in comic book stores at the moment where they're sold out here in Sydney. Though all of a sudden more comic book stores every where else but in Sydney are getting them. Unfortunately, Toys R Us still don't have them, most Toys R Us stores here have also just received their new shipment with the next one coming anytime between mid October to Christmas where it's still not guaranteed they'll get them. Everytime I talk to the staff they have no idea what I'm talking about saying it might be in their next shipment. So IF they do get them it would most likely be just before Christmas...with the mad Christmas rushes...shudder

Not sure if I can wait till then. I'm thinking of taking Amazon up on their $20 per figure with $30 shipping as it still works out cheaper than they are here, I'm just really worried about getting crappy faces...

Paul John · 09-21-2014, 01:51 AM

Can anyone be so kind to tell me when these classic movie figures are released in the UK?

*Discogod* · 09-21-2014, 04:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Paul John

Can anyone be so kind to tell me when these classic movie figures are released in the UK?

I wish I knew. I've got in touch with the UK distributor, but I'm waiting for a reply - as soon as I find out anything, I'll post it here.

Paul John · 09-21-2014, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Discogod

I wish I knew. I've got in touch with the UK distributor, but I'm waiting for a reply - as soon as I find out anything, I'll post it here.

Cheers mate! UTV

Agent 86 · 09-21-2014, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by LeoRaph

Hey, I got a question for those who have ordered theirs online, how are the paint jobs with the faces? I can forgive a little bleeding on the body but the face needs to be as close to perfection as possible, especially the eyes.

I ordered mine from Amazon.com since I'm doubtful that they will ever receive a local release in Australia.

The paint was fine. There is almost no paint applications, other than the eyes and teeth. The eyes were fine on all my figures, with the possible exception of Donatello where one eye is a little smaller than the other. But, that is probably just due to the underlying sculpt and I just pose his head slightly lopsided and it looks like a deliberate quizzical expression which fits Don's personality for me.

LeoRaph · 09-21-2014, 09:01 PM

Cheers Agent 86!

I'll try to wait it out another month don't want to waste money if they screw their eyes up. Sounds like you got a really good batch, knowing me, my turtle luck will be running true to form

Getting antsy though that amazon deal is mighty mighty tempting...

*snake* · 09-21-2014, 10:29 PM

I spotted the movie figures in public finally. I'll probably not buy any. I'm waiting for Shreder and Krang.

LeoRaph · 10-02-2014, 10:58 PM

Well, that amazon offer got the better of me. I ordered a set of 4 with an extra Leo. Mikey & Leo for my daughter, Donnie for my partner and Leo & Raph for me.

If the faces are crappy, I can always sell them on ebay and hunt down better ones come Christmas or after Christmas as we've just received Bebop and Rocksteady in our TRUs so most likely we'll get the movie ones in the December shipment. Only thing is they'll probably be sold out the second they hit the floor. Sigh...

Fingers crossed, will know by Wednesday next week.

LeoRaph · 10-07-2014, 04:30 AM

Well, they came today and 3/5 faces were pretty bad. No bleeding at least but the pupils are different sizes and not centered very well. Little things, but if I'm going to look at them I want them to look good.

Apart from that they look pretty damn cool and are fun.

I'm going to try to attempt to re do the eyes, I went to a hobby shop and bought some paint and brushes but I've never done this before so if anyone has any experience redoing eyes I'd appreciate any advice you have.

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LeoRaph Hench Mutant Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Sydney Posts: 357	Well, that amazon offer got the better of me. I ordered a set of 4 with an extra Leo. Mikey & Leo for my daughter, Donnie for my partner and Leo & Raph for me. If the faces are crappy, I can always sell them on ebay and hunt down better ones come Christmas or after Christmas as we've just received Bebop and Rocksteady in our TRUs so most likely we'll get the movie ones in the December shipment. Only thing is they'll probably be sold out the second they hit the floor. Sigh... Fingers crossed, will know by Wednesday next week. Last edited by LeoRaph; 10-02-2014 at 11:36 PM.

09-05-2014, 01:36 PM	#1084
Discogod Resolutely Analogue. Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Birmingham, UK Posts: 1,707	Not to mention the Turtles were all different heights and builds in the movie... Realistically though, there was no way Playmates was going to make 4 unique sculpts, with all the tooling costs involved, for a marginal line like this. We're lucky they didn't just stick new heads & belts on the toon figures. Plus, the savings from reuse mean we can get unique sculpts for the villains down the road...

09-07-2014, 11:17 PM	#1088
LeoRaph Hench Mutant Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Sydney Posts: 357	Thanks Agent 86. I really hope ToysRUs get them though. I saw them at a comic book store yesterday in the city in Sydney for $39.95 (should be $10 cheaper but doable considering no shipping costs). They sold out of Mikey and Raph and only had 3 sets of Leo and Don. They don't look that bad at all, I also don't mind Leo's face for what it is, he should have a closed mouth though like the 2007 movie figure but I will most likely get The Leo and Raph anyway. The only problem with the ones in the store were the paint jobs and inconsistencies on the plastic. Too much a risk ordering them online and getting crappy ones so I'll keep an eye out for better looking ones here. Might take a while though...

09-19-2014, 09:06 PM	#1092
LeoRaph Hench Mutant Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Sydney Posts: 357	Hey, I got a question for those who have ordered theirs online, how are the paint jobs with the faces? I can forgive a little bleeding on the body but the face needs to be as close to perfection as possible, especially the eyes. It's not looking good for Oz right now, they only seem to be available in comic book stores at the moment where they're sold out here in Sydney. Though all of a sudden more comic book stores every where else but in Sydney are getting them. Unfortunately, Toys R Us still don't have them, most Toys R Us stores here have also just received their new shipment with the next one coming anytime between mid October to Christmas where it's still not guaranteed they'll get them. Everytime I talk to the staff they have no idea what I'm talking about saying it might be in their next shipment. So IF they do get them it would most likely be just before Christmas...with the mad Christmas rushes...shudder Not sure if I can wait till then. I'm thinking of taking Amazon up on their $20 per figure with $30 shipping as it still works out cheaper than they are here, I'm just really worried about getting crappy faces...

09-21-2014, 01:51 AM	#1093
Paul John Random Punk Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 29	Can anyone be so kind to tell me when these classic movie figures are released in the UK?

09-21-2014, 09:01 PM	#1097
LeoRaph Hench Mutant Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Sydney Posts: 357	Cheers Agent 86! I'll try to wait it out another month don't want to waste money if they screw their eyes up. Sounds like you got a really good batch, knowing me, my turtle luck will be running true to form Getting antsy though that amazon deal is mighty mighty tempting...

09-21-2014, 10:29 PM	#1098
snake Disgusting Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Outer Heaven Posts: 12,231	I spotted the movie figures in public finally. I'll probably not buy any. I'm waiting for Shreder and Krang.

10-07-2014, 04:30 AM	#1100
LeoRaph Hench Mutant Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Sydney Posts: 357	Well, they came today and 3/5 faces were pretty bad. No bleeding at least but the pupils are different sizes and not centered very well. Little things, but if I'm going to look at them I want them to look good. Apart from that they look pretty damn cool and are fun. I'm going to try to attempt to re do the eyes, I went to a hobby shop and bought some paint and brushes but I've never done this before so if anyone has any experience redoing eyes I'd appreciate any advice you have.