tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post3837020497414695807..comments2023-11-02T10:42:00.698+00:00Comments on THE CLASSIC MARVEL FIGURINE COLLECTION: Next up is...Blog Master Danhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679653260808614173noreply@blogger.comBlogger111125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-91731399824634730132010-03-12T12:22:27.287+00:002010-03-12T12:22:27.287+00:00Having watched for quite a while now, I feel it is...Having watched for quite a while now, I feel it is appropriate to comment.<br /><br />Deadpool is correct on many accounts as regards quality.<br />Robert is also correct in his observation that some of the DC characters appear as unneccessary additions to that collection.<br /><br />I also find that I agree with many of the annoying, yet amusing proposals that Deadpool makes.<br /><br />I too am an avid collector and in common with one or two others, have a desire to see more Norse characters.<br /><br />I like the idea of resins.<br />I have seen their successful use in many other statues and figurines.<br /><br />Let's see if the so called "Moss Men" can deliver with a combination of metal and resin on Hydroman.<br /><br />If Hydroman is a success, then let us petition for more use of resin on the proposal for the Original Human Torch and Toro.<br /><br />I would also like to see a resculpt of the Invisible Woman and Iceman ,among others, that adopts a different more dynamic pose while enhanced with the use of the aforementioned resin.<br /><br />Good Day kind sirs...<br />I look forward to enjoying your company in Nilfheim...very soon.Helhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05915563774515333032noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-64404327521382220282010-03-12T04:14:56.176+00:002010-03-12T04:14:56.176+00:00Re: Comparisons between the Marvel and DC Collecti...Re: Comparisons between the Marvel and DC Collection.<br /><br />Rich has commented in the past that Marvel started first, so they learned quite a bit about how things work before starting the DC Collection. Yes, many of the DC Figurines are a bit more dynamically posed. But they can't really suddenly start deviating wildly from how the rest of the collection looks. They wouldn't appear to be part of the same collection.<br /><br />And frankly, there's a lot of figurines in the DC Collection I don't find all that awesome. Many of the Titans have been rather static and ho-hum even. And Superman's pose isn't really great either. Ill stick with the Marvel collection, just way more enjoyable.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-54826710881715606072010-03-12T00:13:32.333+00:002010-03-12T00:13:32.333+00:00I also collect both sets dispite being far more a ...I also collect both sets dispite being far more a Marvel fan than DC.<br />I would agree that most of the DC figures seem more'robust'and usually have more unusual poses (excellent Riddler pose), they also seem slightly larger on average too. They are a pound more, so maybe this has something to do with it?<br />However,I think the choice of characters is a bit odd, (especially The Superman Statue- really not necessary!)and a little repetitive- too many villains that look like Superman, too many versions of Robin etc....(and The Marvel Magazine is a lot better too!).<br />There have been some amazing figures however....Hawkman and Gorilla Grodd spring to mind especially.BobDiamondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12435598236752372256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-54573553688109367162010-03-11T23:12:53.305+00:002010-03-11T23:12:53.305+00:00Since I collect both I see a distinct difference.
...Since I collect both I see a distinct difference.<br /><br />The paint colours also seems to be much more vibrant. <br /><br />Also -- My black Spidey has missing fingers.Deadpoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15620257625447830907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-29457107368223393892010-03-11T19:56:29.512+00:002010-03-11T19:56:29.512+00:00I dont see no diffrence in sculpt quality.
It see...I dont see no diffrence in sculpt quality.<br /><br />It seems they use the same sculpters.jimbobhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15456021180880406019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-16939181698348909612010-03-11T19:35:24.531+00:002010-03-11T19:35:24.531+00:00What do you guys think of the comparison between t...What do you guys think of the comparison between the quality of the DC figurines and the Marvel Figurines?<br /><br />I collect both sets and have found that in general DC is far superior to the Marvel figures in terms of -Sculpt, Pose, Painting /Paint Quality and availability of specials.<br /><br />Have you guys got any thoughts or am I now officially outcast from the Blog and hailed as a heretic?Deadpoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15620257625447830907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-32519565585745517092010-03-11T18:07:57.893+00:002010-03-11T18:07:57.893+00:00Variants were a bit of damp squib the first time ...Variants were a bit of damp squib the first time round same mag , same fig with different lick of paint, I was just about to tell EM where to place "variant" figs when they thankfully stopped producing them.<br />I did my very first custom fig just before last christmas, For a wee joke i posted an image of my Daredevil "yellow" over on the forum , i passed it off as an exclusive variant limited to 1000 figs for subscribers to the welsh speaking magazine?<br />You would have laffed to see how many people fell for that little beauty :)Miguel Angel Jiminezhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09529369797240926503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-4782849101893841802010-03-11T12:57:17.905+00:002010-03-11T12:57:17.905+00:00Totally agree with you Gremlin,the variants done i...Totally agree with you Gremlin,the variants done in this series are just repaint of the same figurine and really not worth the extra cash in acquiring them. Those who wish to have a green Quicksilver in thier collection should just purchase an additional blue one and repaint it. if a variant is going to be done it should inclued the proper changes that go along with the character such as those you mentioned and others. Example Giant-man/Goliath there are differances such as,goggles,belt design,uncovered ears no antenae,ect.Thor8https://www.blogger.com/profile/16531778820407023091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-76211359934557299862010-03-11T10:21:13.192+00:002010-03-11T10:21:13.192+00:00The Green Quicksliver is official but so far has o...The Green Quicksliver is official but so far has only ever been released in France of all places. It's a simple repaint of the original blue sculpt, I won't bother trying to get it.<br /><br />I am glad EM have edged away from varients. It worked for the Phoenix/Dark Phoenix and Hulk/Grey Hulk but really that was it. Captain Marvel was a waste of money and blue Angel just angered me. I thought I would be getting Archangel but just got a lame repaint.<br />Some people say having US Agent as a varient of Cap would work but it wouldn't. There are too many minor differences in the costumes one of which is the shape of the shield. US Agent is a main character in his own right and deserves his own sculpt and magazine....just not yet though :) Same goes for Arachne, she could be done as a repaint of Spiderwoman but there are some differences and it doesn't do credit to the character.Gremlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09672760732272886563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-67211329984623246122010-03-11T08:49:55.493+00:002010-03-11T08:49:55.493+00:00I totally agree with you that repainting would be ...I totally agree with you that repainting would be a quick(ish) way of obtaining a 'variant' DP, but it's because the Green Quicksilver is supposedly an 'Official' Eaglemoss piece that makes me want to have it in my collection.<br /> Now, if they turned out to be part of some unofficial scam, then I wouldn't be interested anyway.<br />Prehaps Rich and the Moss Men could confirm if Green Quicksilver is an Eaglemoss Production, as Wikipedia leads us to believe?BobDiamondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12435598236752372256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-22073543084139640342010-03-11T01:30:53.604+00:002010-03-11T01:30:53.604+00:00Having done a little digging on the Quicksilver va...Having done a little digging on the Quicksilver variant, I think they are a scam.<br /><br />The info I turned up and cross checked with Ebay suggests they were a limited run of 1000 produced without a magazine.<br /><br />This seems awefully suspicious.<br /><br />I reiterate my previous comment.<br /><br />If you want variants purchase the standard figure and repaint using acrylics.Deadpoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15620257625447830907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-19801391747196902432010-03-10T23:36:21.837+00:002010-03-10T23:36:21.837+00:00Oh and just for info - you guys may want to check ...Oh and just for info - you guys may want to check out the figures on the DC site.<br /><br />The latest green lantern is "Taking off" from his base.<br /><br />Zattana is bootylicious<br /><br />Black Canary ( the thumb nail doesnt work but if you click on it you see the full figure) is a true Babereham.<br /><br />Just to reiterate - Mr Freeze has a poly resin helmet on.<br /><br />Check out what we are missing in terms of detail and quality.<br /><br />Personally I would pay the extra £1 for Marvel to match the quality of DC.<br /><br />Once again ... Nuff Said.Deadpoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15620257625447830907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-43236833903916835902010-03-10T23:31:51.255+00:002010-03-10T23:31:51.255+00:00Unfortuantely Bob, we are the only ones with any t...Unfortuantely Bob, we are the only ones with any true vision and creativity, but we can still hope.<br /><br />I too would like to see Speed Demon - the Amalgam version is awesome.<br /><br />As for the variant versions of characters, thinking laterally, why not buy two of the same and repaint the second one using the variant colour scheme?<br /><br />That could save you a whopping £44 on Mr Quickie.Deadpoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15620257625447830907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-78773565837252605112010-03-10T22:59:01.665+00:002010-03-10T22:59:01.665+00:00i hope we get speed demon and in that running pose...i hope we get speed demon and in that running pose you just mentionedAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-59070113814219419162010-03-10T20:12:56.779+00:002010-03-10T20:12:56.779+00:00re: QUICKSILVER
If, like I hope, we are going to ...re: QUICKSILVER<br /><br />If, like I hope, we are going to get a green Quicksilver, please can we have it in a running pose.<br /><br />In general, it is a pity when a figurine does not capture the character's most prominent power/ability. <br /><br />Having Marvel's fastest runner done in a static pose was a bit of a lost opportunity in the first place, I think.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-36984089540602242152010-03-10T19:18:46.315+00:002010-03-10T19:18:46.315+00:00I would also like to get the green Quicksilver, I ...I would also like to get the green Quicksilver, I need it to have a complete collection.The Hoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11187226242291682609noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-89705787666556259302010-03-10T17:51:23.892+00:002010-03-10T17:51:23.892+00:00I agree with BobDiamond. I really want a Green Qui...I agree with BobDiamond. I really want a Green Quicksilver but am not prepared to spend £50 for one from ebay. Rich - please can this one be made available in the UK.<br /><br />Also crossbones, penance and avalanche for the new extension!marvelmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01155276320337537183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-57774196291210488512010-03-10T15:43:47.669+00:002010-03-10T15:43:47.669+00:00well i for one would buy it because i can have him...well i for one would buy it because i can have him displayed with the avengers and the x men then being as there would be two different coloured costumes. i am also considering buying 2 hydro man issues - 1 to go with the frightful four displayed with the fantastic four group , and 1 to go with the spiderman group.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-13476559118582905752010-03-09T23:57:44.878+00:002010-03-09T23:57:44.878+00:00PS...and now for something completely different......PS...and now for something completely different...<br />As a bit of a Completist (prehaps to a slightly worrying extent..)I would very much like to purchase a GREEN Quicksilver Variant Figure (as they have in France) but I don't want to spend loads of money on e-bay for the privilege..so I believe we should be offered the same deal as our cousins across the water.<br />I've e-mailed the main site about this, but got no response so far..<br />Is there anyone else out there who feels that this figure is essential to completing their set? <br />Maybe the 'Moss Men' will do something about it if enough people show interest...BobDiamondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12435598236752372256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-78105452142933415382010-03-09T23:33:12.049+00:002010-03-09T23:33:12.049+00:00At last someone who agrees with me about an Origin...At last someone who agrees with me about an Original Human Torch and Toro Double pack, and/or Golden Age Cap and Bucky!!( I was beginning to think my mad ideas were falling on deaf ears..)<br />Thank you Deadpool!....<br />Now, do we have any love for a Sons of a Tiger Triple Pack??....<br />(I thought not....!)BobDiamondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12435598236752372256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-39587101735534346072010-03-09T20:35:49.384+00:002010-03-09T20:35:49.384+00:00If you are interested in seeing the effect of Poly...If you are interested in seeing the effect of Poly resin on a figurine - check out some of the Heroclix figures - Sinestro, the Big Dark Phoenix or even Iceman or one of the later versions of the Human Torch.Deadpoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15620257625447830907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-26369732326295626412010-03-09T18:36:06.356+00:002010-03-09T18:36:06.356+00:00I have one last suggestion today.
Since the Moss ...I have one last suggestion today.<br /><br />Since the Moss Men are considering the use of transparent / translucent Poly Resin for their figures, how about Poly resin versions of the following: -<br /><br />Nova (Frankie Raye)<br /><br />Stardust<br /><br />The original Human Torch and Toro as a Poly resin enhanced double pack.<br />(Wouldn't that have been an awesome 70th aniversary special --- sigh)<br /><br />Nuff Said.Deadpoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15620257625447830907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-56889299201505358732010-03-09T18:35:39.530+00:002010-03-09T18:35:39.530+00:00Yeah i wonder how the sales are for that 70 year ...Yeah i wonder how the sales are for that 70 year special fig?jimbobhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15456021180880406019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-3269390354372136152010-03-09T18:29:42.757+00:002010-03-09T18:29:42.757+00:00The 70 year special was a similar disapointment - ...The 70 year special was a similar disapointment - mine doesnt stand up straight.<br /><br />Why not have Cap with his original shield instead or one of the other Golden Age Invaders.<br /><br />Let's face it we still don't have a classic Bucky Barnes.Deadpoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15620257625447830907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475118225184706855.post-38801009133067021342010-03-09T18:26:58.398+00:002010-03-09T18:26:58.398+00:00I remember Rich saying that MODOK and Mojo could b...I remember Rich saying that MODOK and Mojo could be classed as a mega-special.<br /><br />So they could be next years mega-special.<br /><br />And, sneek peek of Moondragon on the forum guys.looks good.jimbobhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15456021180880406019noreply@blogger.com