The Official Bootleg thread

[Spidergreg]

HOLY CRAP! Those are amazing!!

But all your talk about lead paint is making me think twice.

[Powder]

I wish there was a way we could tell if it were lead paint or not. For us, I mean. There are means for home inspectors, but they involve lab work & x-rays... At any rate, lead paint is apparently only an issue if you're breathing in chips/flakes/dust of it, like if you were to scrape the paint off of the toy and snort it. So I suppose as long as they're sitting on a shelf without any surface damage, it's fine. & that's IF they're lead paint based, which they may very well not be.

[rickwj324]

Originally Posted by Powder

I wish there was a way we could tell if it were lead paint or not. For us, I mean. There are means for home inspectors, but they involve lab work & x-rays... At any rate, lead paint is apparently only an issue if you're breathing in chips/flakes/dust of it, like if you were to scrape the paint off of the toy and snort it. So I suppose as long as they're sitting on a shelf without any surface damage, it's fine. & that's IF they're lead paint based, which they may very well not be.

Yeah, I wouldn't worry too much about it. I think the concerns are more for little kids playing with lead paint and putting them in their mouths, etc.

[badbot98]

I was wondering if anyone could help me out here. I'm interested in buying a set of neca bootlegs, but I don't know which version I should get. The paint applications on the color bandanas look a little poor. The red bandana versions look to have better paint apps, but I prefer the multicolor look. Has anyone got a recent set of the all red versions? are the paint applications on the same level as the multicolor versions?

[rickwj324]

Originally Posted by badbot98

I was wondering if anyone could help me out here. I'm interested in buying a set of neca bootlegs, but I don't know which version I should get. The paint applications on the color bandanas look a little poor. The red bandana versions look to have better paint apps, but I prefer the multicolor look. Has anyone got a recent set of the all red versions? are the paint applications on the same level as the multicolor versions?

I only have a set of the colored bandannas, but I plan on buying a set of the red ones soon (red bootlegs, not the real deal). I can post some comparison pics once I do.

I also just ordered a set of those new NECA bootlegs, the ones with the limited articulation and new belts. Once they arrive I will share some photos of them.

Rick

[tmntman]

Originally Posted by Powder

I wish there was a way we could tell if it were lead paint or not. For us, I mean. There are means for home inspectors, but they involve lab work & x-rays... At any rate, lead paint is apparently only an issue if you're breathing in chips/flakes/dust of it, like if you were to scrape the paint off of the toy and snort it. So I suppose as long as they're sitting on a shelf without any surface damage, it's fine. & that's IF they're lead paint based, which they may very well not be.

If you are really concerned about it, there are home testing kits. They usually sell them in hardware stores so people can test if there is lead paint on their walls. But they should work on a figure as well.

All the same, I doubt there is much to be concerned with. I can't remember any toy recalls due to lead paint in recent years. There have been items recalled for other materials in the paint (cadmium for example) and there have been items recalled that contained lead themselves.

[Powder]

Originally Posted by tmntman

If you are really concerned about it, there are home testing kits. They usually sell them in hardware stores so people can test if there is lead paint on their walls. But they should work on a figure as well.

All the same, I doubt there is much to be concerned with. I can't remember any toy recalls due to lead paint in recent years. There have been items recalled for other materials in the paint (cadmium for example) and there have been items recalled that contained lead themselves.

I was not aware of that, good to know, thanks! But of course there wouldn't be any recalls on bootlegs, which is what I've had some concerns with. If they're not made in a factory that abides by whatever codes they're supposed to, it could be a risk. I'm not thaaaaaat worried, though. I'll prolly buy them eventually anyway.

[go_ninja84]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Teenage-...item51c0955bbb never seen these if they are bootlegs. sure look like it

[Spidergreg]

Originally Posted by go_ninja84

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Teenage-...item51c0955bbb never seen these if they are bootlegs. sure look like it

Yes, pretty obvious.
No nickelodeon logo and Raph doesn't have that crack on his top left plastron.

[TheBlueTurtle1]

Hey guys need some advice. I only have the authentic B/W NECAs . I have seen pics of the bootleg ones from china on here, and thought they look cool. Can someone who has bought them let me know what the gernal quality of the figures are like? eg colour, joint quality etc etc.

Any advice comparison pics would be really helpful, I am on the fence about buying some. Don't want to buy like £200 for the real deal colour versions, and from some of the pics I have seen here makes them look great.

[rickwj324]

Originally Posted by TheBlueTurtle1

Hey guys need some advice. I only have the authentic B/W NECAs . I have seen pics of the bootleg ones from china on here, and thought they look cool. Can someone who has bought them let me know what the gernal quality of the figures are like? eg colour, joint quality etc etc.

Any advice comparison pics would be really helpful, I am on the fence about buying some. Don't want to buy like £200 for the real deal colour versions, and from some of the pics I have seen here makes them look great.

I don't have any of the original NECAs to compare them to, but I do have a set with the colored masks and they are phenomenal figures and I would say they might be my favorite turtle figures that I own.

Sorry I can't compare them to the originals, but the bootlegs have been widely praised by pretty much everyone that owns them and apparently they are pretty hard to distinguish from the originals. Some of the comparisons I've seen show that the plastron is made of a slightly different material that's a little less flexible and the shells have a slightly different tint to them.

For less than the price of 1 original NECA figure on the secondary market you can have all 4 bootlegs. Pretty good deal.

Rick

[TheBlueTurtle1]

Originally Posted by rickwj324

I don't have any of the original NECAs to compare them to, but I do have a set with the colored masks and they are phenomenal figures and I would say they might be my favorite turtle figures that I own.

Sorry I can't compare them to the originals, but the bootlegs have been widely praised by pretty much everyone that owns them and apparently they are pretty hard to distinguish from the originals. Some of the comparisons I've seen show that the plastron is made of a slightly different material that's a little less flexible and the shells have a slightly different tint to them.

For less than the price of 1 original NECA figure on the secondary market you can have all 4 bootlegs. Pretty good deal.

Rick

Very helpful, Thanks, I think at some point soon, Ill get a set. Thanks again.

[go_ninja84]

Originally Posted by rickwj324

I spotted this new crop of NECA bootlegs (courtesy of aliexpress). All 4 turtles for $15 shipped! These are new bootlegs with less articulation, poorer paint apps, cheaper weapons, and changes in sculpting (check out the belt buckles! haha). Here are some pics:

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Looks like they removed most of the articulation and resculpted the belts. Definitely a "poor man's" NECA figure for sure. Still, I will probably pick up a set or two since I do like to collect these things!!

Rick

Rick, how are these figures holding up? i ordered a set but they almost look like they are painted green instead of molded green, if thats the case is there paint wear around the joints (paint rub off)?

exactly what did they leave in for articulation? i can see the knee joints are gone, what about wrist, elbow, biceps, arm, and legs?

[rickwj324]

Originally Posted by go_ninja84

Rick, how are these figures holding up? i ordered a set but they almost look like they are painted green instead of molded green, if thats the case is there paint wear around the joints (paint rub off)?

exactly what did they leave in for articulation? i can see the knee joints are gone, what about wrist, elbow, biceps, arm, and legs?

I haven't received them in the mail yet. I will post pics when I do.

I did however receive those new "mini" bootlegs a few days ago. They are really cute, but as stated previously they have the wrong color masks (they don't match the weapons being held). I will repaint them at some point, but I will post some pics of them here before I do.

Rick

[Panther10]

Originally Posted by SavageSloth

Ive got the same ones. Donatello has the silver wrapping on his bo staff. They are knock offs, but they actually look very good.

I just bought one of the silver bo staff Donatello's off of amazon this week. Looks like it comes in pretty legit English packaging. Even includes the playmates copyright info, a link to the nickelodeon/playmates toys websites and all of the articulation and paint apps on the fig are pretty much the same as the normal release with the exception of the color of the bo staff.

[zaktheneutrino]

Originally Posted by rickwj324

I picked up a set on ebay yesterday. Can't wait to see these little guys in person. I'll post pics once they arrive.
If anyone can provide insight as to what they actually are I'd love to know. Are they new sculpts made unofficially or are they bootlegs of an official product that was previously released?

I think it's odd that shortly after we got the movie bootlegs which consisted of the 4 turtles, Splinter, and a Foot soldier we now have the same 6 characters with these bootlegs. Wish they had a Shredder with these little guys!!

I stumbled across these the other day. They are so cool looking! I'd like to get a set eventually. I read that they are only 2 inches a piece though.

[rickwj324]

Originally Posted by zaktheneutrino

I stumbled across these the other day. They are so cool looking! I'd like to get a set eventually. I read that they are only 2 inches a piece though.

I actually got them in the mail a while ago but haven't even opened them yet. I should be getting the new NECA bootlegs today (the ones with limited articulation and new belts). I will try to post pics of both sets later today.

Rick

[rickwj324]

I received my new NECA bootlegs with the altered belts and less articulation. They sell for around $15 for all 4 figures! First off, these are in NO WAY as nice as the original NECA's or the standard NECA bootlegs! The paint apps are sloppy, they are less articulated, their weapons are very rubbery, and the quality doesn't come close to actual NECA figures or the standard bootlegs. With that said though.. I really like these guys. They are CHEAP but they are also unique. At less than $4.00 per figure, they are quite a bargain in my mind. With a little bit of "flash" cleanup and some fresh paint, these will make very nice additions to my TMNT displays. Here are some pics (due to size, I've used SPOILER tags):

Leonardo:

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Michelangelo:

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Donatello:

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Raphael:

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These next few shots show the poseability of some and also some shots from the back:

Raphael:

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Donnie and Leo:

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Mikey:

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Mikey 2:

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Mikey's back:

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Group Shot:

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Each of these figures were individually bagged. They have Shoulder joints as well as "pivot" joints just below the shoulder. They only have basic leg/hip joints, no joints at the knee. And of course they have head joints.

Overall, I'm very pleased with these. With a little bit of work they will look great.

Rick

[rickwj324]

Here are a few pics of the "little TMNT" bootlegs. Those wacky little fellas that are wearing the wrong colored masks, along with Splinter and the Foot Soldier. These are very tiny and have no articulation. I have no idea where these little guys came from but they are cute and can be found online for around $7.00 shipped from China.

Here are some pics:

In package:

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Group shot:

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Group shot 2:

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Group shot w/ NECA figures for size comparison:

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[Powder]

Nice pics, thanks a lot for giving us the scoop! I was thinking I'd get the latest NECA bootlegs & pass on the mini-figs, but now I'm thinking the opposite! The NECA figures are pretty sloppy & still have the mould trim on them, which is pretty off putting to me. It's a shame the little guys don't have their teeth painted but with the right supplies they'd make for a great fix-up project. I'll have to grab them!