TMNT Classics Collection Wave 3

[DonatelloFan1984]

DVD is there anyway you can take a picture of their shells? It would be much appreciated!

[Spidergreg]

Originally Posted by Candy Kappa

The classics don't cost $8.99. They vary from $25-$30, absolutely not worth the price tag with the lack of quality the classics have.

Funny, the mere mention of $8.99 and you still don't know that i am referring to the standard nick line which everyone keeps complaining about.

And which part of the world you live in? Classic collection turtles for $20 to $30?? Even giant turtles don't cost that much.

[Discogod]

Originally Posted by Spidergreg

This is a never ending cycle, for $8.99, everyone is expecting Hot Toys quality.
Then at Revoltech's pricing, everyone is crying about the price tag as seen in the thread. I am starting to get sick of you guys.... you have no idea what you're paying for.

First off, the classics aren't $8.99, they're closer to $19.99. And looking at comparibly priced collector orientated lines such as Marvel Legends, WWE Elite, Star Wars Black and the various NECA lines, the TMNT Classics line falls well short in terms of paint apps, sculpting and accessories. OK, so they're highly articulated - but a lot of those joints are poorly engineered and seem to be there just for the sake of having, say, finger or toe joints that don't work properly just to bump the POA count up.

If Playmates were really serious about courting the collector market, they'd have put a lot more effort into these. They should have textured skin, more detailed paint apps, screen-accurate weapons (seriously, giving Mike chain 'chuks instead of corded?) and better thought-out headsculpts that aren't scene-specific. These figures could, and should have been something special that could have equalled the NECA TMNT. Instead, they fall well short.

Originally Posted by Spidergreg

Funny, the mere mention of $8.99 and you still don't know that i am referring to the standard nick line which everyone keeps complaining about.

And yet this is a thread devoted to the discussion of the Classics line - the price of the Nick line has no bearing on this conversation...

[Candy Kappa]

Originally Posted by Spidergreg

And which part of the world you live in? Classic collection turtles for $20 to $30?? Even giant turtles don't cost that much.

That's what they cost on Amazon, I paid around 250kr ($42) at my LCS, same price as the usual NECA figure or Funko Legacy.

The TMNT Classics are sold with a collector's price gage, and are not worth the price, that's why I've not bought Rocksteady & Bebop and will not buy the "1990" Movie Classics.

[Spidergreg]

You must have been late, 'cos i'm pretty sure they were around $12.99 or $13.99 on launch. Giant turtles are $19.99, not CC turtles. Are you trying to say CC costs more than giants???

And give playmates a break, you're comparing their first ever attempt at collector's figures to the likes of NECA and Marvel legends who had yearsssss of experience under their belt? Playmates is a toy company!! And yet they've given us the best TMNT figure ever made. Yes, i like my CC TMNT more than those crack addict looking Neca turtles. I don't own any Neca turtles. CC turtles are the best representation of the OT turtles ever made in action figure form. You'd best think twice before criticizing it.

[Candy Kappa]

They are a terrible representation of the Fred Wolf Turtles. Bad quality control, especially on the first batch of Classics. And there is no excuse for Playmates that they are their first Collector's line. Funko's Legacy line is far more superior.

[Spidergreg]

Originally Posted by Candy Kappa

They are a terrible representation of the Fred Wolf Turtles. Bad quality control, especially on the first batch of Classics. And there is no excuse for Playmates that they are their first Collector's line. Funko's Legacy line is far more superior.

What is Funko Legacy?
You mean that miniature STATUE with the only movable part being it's head??
THAT'S the best action figure???

[Discogod]

Originally Posted by Spidergreg

And give playmates a break, you're comparing their first ever attempt at collector's figures to the likes of NECA and Marvel legends who had yearsssss of experience under their belt? Playmates is a toy company!! And yet they've given us the best TMNT figure ever made. Yes, i like my CC TMNT more than those crack addict looking Neca turtles. I don't own any Neca turtles. CC turtles are the best representation of the OT turtles ever made in action figure form. You'd best think twice before criticizing it.

Or what? You threatening me there, tough guy? Look, you clearly have no idea what you're talking about, and English obviously isn't your first language, so I'll cut you some slack.

And the Classics line is far from Playmates' first attempt at a collectors line - perhaps you're familiar with their wildly successful Simpsons World Of Springfield line, which ran from 1999 to 2004, encompassed hundreds of figures and dozens of playsets, not to mention too many exclusives to list here. That was one of the most collector-friendly lines ever, and was responsible for getting a great number of people into the collecting hobby.

Anyway, you're entitled to your opinion. You like the 'toon Classics? Great. They're nice figures, for what they are, and Playmates' overly simplistic style suits them. Me, I thought the OT was awful, so I'll stick with my NECAs, the toys I dreamt about since I first read Mirage issue #1...

[Candy Kappa]

No, that's Funko Pop. Funko have started their own action figure line Funko Legacy, starting with Game of Thrones, and no. They aren't the best, but they are far better then Playmates attempt at a collector's action figure line.

If Playmates wants to do collector lines, they should step up and do better. Mattel's Master of the Universe Classics goes only on fan support, no other toyline, no cartoon, and they put more work into their secondary characters then playmates does with the turtles.


In the end the TMNTC line is okay, at best.

[Spidergreg]

Originally Posted by Discogod

Or what? You threatening me there, tough guy? Look, you clearly have no idea what you're talking about, and English obviously isn't your first language, so I'll cut you some slack.

And the Classics line is far from Playmates' first attempt at a collectors line - perhaps you're familiar with their wildly successful Simpsons World Of Springfield line, which ran from 1999 to 2004, encompassed hundreds of figures and dozens of playsets, not to mention too many exclusives to list here. That was one of the most collector-friendly lines ever, and was responsible for getting a great number of people into the collecting hobby.

Anyway, you're entitled to your opinion. You like the 'toon Classics? Great. They're nice figures, for what they are, and Playmates' overly simplistic style suits them. Me, I thought the OT was awful, so I'll stick with my NECAs, the toys I dreamt about since I first read Mirage issue #1...

I'm not threatening you. I just think you'd look stupid criticizing the best TMNT figure ever made. And you wanna make fun of my English? I'd like to think i'm capable enough to communicate with the likes of you. How about you communicate with me in Japanese, or Chinese or Malay instead? Pick one. you can't now, can you?

And this might come off as common sense, but evidently not to you, so let me "chime in". Say you work in a company who makes mechanical stuff. One department is in charge or creating robots, the other creates vehicles. But they all operate under the same company name. You wouldn't ask the robotics expert to make a car now, would you? See where i'm going with this? Or do i need to spell it out to you again with your stupid simpsons story?

[DVD]

Originally Posted by DonatelloFan1984

DVD is there anyway you can take a picture of their shells? It would be much appreciated!

No problem, if you can wait a few hours.
My 1990s are set up in my office .
I'll take pics when I get in (it beats working) and put em up for you.

[Discogod]

Originally Posted by Spidergreg

I'm not threatening you. I just think you'd look stupid criticizing the best TMNT figure ever made. And you wanna make fun of my English? I'd like to think i'm capable enough to communicate with the likes of you. How about you communicate with me in Japanese, or Chinese or Malay instead? Pick one. you can't now, can you?

And this might come off as common sense, but evidently not to you, so let me "chime in". Say you work in a company who makes mechanical stuff. One department is in charge or creating robots, the other creates vehicles. But they all operate under the same company name. You wouldn't ask the robotics expert to make a car now, would you? See where i'm going with this? Or do i need to spell it out to you again with your stupid simpsons story?

I was merely pointing out that Playmates have extensive experience, as a company, with collector-orientated lines. In fact, you know who's head of boy's toys at Playmates, and is one of the main people behind the success of the new TMNT line? Jeff Trojan, the same man who was the heart and driving force of the Simpsons line.

Wasn't making fun of your English skills, again, just pointing it out. Like you say, I certainly couldn't communicate in one of those other languages, but then again, I speak the Queen's English, so I don't need to. Anyone who matters can understand me perfectly well. But you seem intent on stating your opinions as facts and resorting to insults, so I think I'm going to end our little discussion here. You want to add to it, feel free to PM me.

[The Purple Dragon]

Quote:And give playmates a break,

no. they have **** it up to long,time they step it up

Quotelaymates is a toy company!! so are neca etc

Quote:And yet they've given us the best TMNT figure ever made.

no they have not.
the 4 turtles /toy fair give away and the mouseres are the best tmnt toys they have made but thats the basic line.
both neca and relvotech are/have giving us better figurine
shoued think after 30 years playmate did know how to make toys

QUOTE:::Yes, i like my CC TMNT more than those crack addict looking Neca turtles. I don't own any Neca turtles.

oh no you dident say that. shame on you they are the grail of tmnt toys to date
you can say, you dont like the design but they are far better made than playmates classic,
i must say i like b&r but not as classic they shoued been a part of the basic line or something else

[Powder]

HUH? I have no idea what you're trying to say. Are you having a conversation with your multiple personalities?

[Bry]

Originally Posted by Candy Kappa

That's what they cost on Amazon, I paid around 250kr ($42) at my LCS, same price as the usual NECA figure or Funko Legacy.

The TMNT Classics are sold with a collector's price gage, and are not worth the price, that's why I've not bought Rocksteady & Bebop and will not buy the "1990" Movie Classics.

TRU had a 20% off sale for all TMNT stuff in Canada, so I picked up Bebop and Rocksteady the other day. $15.99 seemed like it was worth it. But $20 and up, not so much. I guess that's my justification level.

It's a shame. I would really love a set of screen-accurate 1990 movie figures, and these ones aren't bad, exactly... but the faces do look a bit off (mostly the expressions) and a more "realistic" paint application, even a simple wash, would help these so much. Just a tiny bit more effort and they'd be great. So close!

[The Purple Dragon]

Originally Posted by Powder

HUH? I have no idea what you're trying to say. Are you having a conversation with your multiple personalities?

haha no somthing did go wrong. but basic everything with quote in front are spidergreg the rest are my rambling

[DVD]

The paint ap on the 1990s could have done with some, texturing.
The original movie star Turtles went a little ott with the big spots, but I think it was at least a good attempt at getting a movie look.
At first glance, these 1990s are none too dissimilar to the TV versions from a year ago. They are tho reasonably different.
I think the faces do capture the movie expressions, but lack that final detailing.

[909 Turtle Fan]

they look pretty good, I'll be picking up a set. it will be nice to see these guys get a more screen accurate re-paint by some of the awesome customizers out there though.

[Spidergreg]

Originally Posted by ozzythebulldog

Quote:And give playmates a break,

no. they have **** it up to long,time they step it up

Quotelaymates is a toy company!! so are neca etc

Quote:And yet they've given us the best TMNT figure ever made.

no they have not.
the 4 turtles /toy fair give away and the mouseres are the best tmnt toys they have made but thats the basic line.
both neca and relvotech are/have giving us better figurine
shoued think after 30 years playmate did know how to make toys

QUOTE:::Yes, i like my CC TMNT more than those crack addict looking Neca turtles. I don't own any Neca turtles.

oh no you dident say that. shame on you they are the grail of tmnt toys to date
you can say, you dont like the design but they are far better made than playmates classic,
i must say i like b&r but not as classic they shoued been a part of the basic line or something else

1. Toy company means their target consumer are mainly kids. You can't say that about Neca.

2. Don't take things of the future(Revoltech) as example, because of course things will improve over time. Example, Do you remember the feeling when you got your first wave of the nick turtles? With it having skin texture, knee articulation and flat footed? That is what you call "improvement". And Neca turtles are not the best turtles around. Quality and articulation? Maybe, but the aesthetics are horrendous. Only the minority hardcore TMNT fans will like it. If you wanna quote me, you better quote the entire thing. I said CC turtles are the best OT turtles ever made in action figure form.

3. At the end of the day, you are just looking at the glass as half empty. I look at it as half full. Sure there's room for improvement for CC turtles and CC B&R, but they are the closest looking thing to the 1980's cartoon which everyone loves. And certainly the best representation of those characters to date.

[idreamofpins]

I don't believe the classics collection and the neca figures can be compared. They are two entirely different versions and whichever one you choose is obviously a reflection of what appeals to you.
I have both and I prefer the neca over the classics and yet I love my set of classics. Bebop and Rocksteady as well. Ankle articulation be damned.
I wish people would stop blasting others for having opinions. These are toys after all.