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Collectibles => Other Collectibles => Topic started by: Morgbug on December 17, 2004, 12:01 PM
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Anyone going to preorder the Vader statue? What retailers aside from SSW.com are going to carry it? Any chance of picking it up for less than $200? Not bloody likely?
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Any chance of picking it up for less than $200? Not bloody likely?
Uh, I'm guessing not bloody likely. But I sure wish they'd give us some more pics to see if this Darth Vader statue is even worth that. So far the pics are pretty obscure.
DV Statue at SWS.com (http://shop.starwars.com/Product/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=564)
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Anyone going to preorder the Vader statue? What retailers aside from SSW.com are going to carry it?
I ordered one as soon as I saw it posted at RS. I have Sideshow Luke and Han on preorder so I figured I'm gonna quit the 12" dolls and go this route. I can always cancel my order if I end up not liking the new pictures but it's Vader so I'm sure I'll just buy it in the end.
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Vader statue for cheap? (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7942281160&fromMakeTrack=true)
Well, whaddya think? Seller has 50 at $149.99. Not bad, save $50 (25%) but it's a long time away :-\ Too risky or a good deal? Only a deposit is required, so even if they bugger off, you're not out the full amount. Seems interesting to me.
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Seems like a great deal Brent. I might cancel my order and go this route (and I was just about to post this cheaper deal):
AFX Vader (http://www.actionfigureexpress.com/stwadavast.html)
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Vader statue for cheap? (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7942281160&fromMakeTrack=true)
Well, whaddya think? Seller has 50 at $149.99. Not bad, save $50 (25%) but it's a long time away :-\ Too risky or a good deal? Only a deposit is required, so even if they bugger off, you're not out the full amount. Seems interesting to me.
Ooo, very tempting. 2947 feedbacks, with 100% positive. It certainly appears that he's on the up and up. And it may be worth $20 plus shipping to save $50. Very tempting.
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Vader statue for cheap? (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7942281160&fromMakeTrack=true)
Well, whaddya think? Seller has 50 at $149.99. Not bad, save $50 (25%) but it's a long time away :-\ Too risky or a good deal? Only a deposit is required, so even if they bugger off, you're not out the full amount. Seems interesting to me.
Try to get in tight with a local comic dealer Brent. They can order the piece for you out of Diamond's Preview book. My guy gives me a 20% discount on all of my GG orders. I'll probably get the Vader for about $160. Look into that kind of angle.
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Wow, this is a kick ass bust -
Don't know if it's worth $200 though :o
(http://shop.starwars.com/kernel/imageload?table=cat_images;ttl2=15;key1=3452_f;key2=-100_f)
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Wow, this is a kick ass bust -
Don't know if it's worth $200 though :o
(http://shop.starwars.com/kernel/imageload?table=cat_images;ttl2=15;key1=3452_f;key2=-100_f)
It's quite large. I'd pay 200 dollars if it interested me.
Kevin
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Wow, this is a kick ass bust -
(http://shop.starwars.com/kernel/imageload?table=cat_images;ttl2=15;key1=3452_f;key2=-100_f)
**Making room in my collection for it right now!!!***
;D
I love these statues.
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$200, is that MSRP? I'm pretty sure you will be able to find it cheaper online. A good place to check is Barnes and Noble (http://www.barnesandnoble.com/) when they go on sale. I got my Chewbacca Statue there for less than $150 delivered and it has a MSRP of $185. Also if you're a member there it's a few dollars cheaper.
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Order it through a comic shop. My local comic shop lets me pre-order Gentle Giant merchandise through Diamond Previews. As a rule, I get 20% off the retail price that Diamond lists these items for in Previews. If the suggested retail price is $200, you should be able to get this for about $160 without paying shipping.
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These beauties arrived today. :)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/brooks55/IM000671.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/brooks55/IM000672.jpg)
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God, those look beautiful Jon. Nice pick up! What'd they run you?
When I have a little more time, I'll probably separate out all the GG "statue" posts here and start a whole new thread just for them, since it looks like this will be an ongoing line...
Did you order the Speederbike set yet, or is that not available for pre-order yet?
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I got the Vader and the 3PO from the same seller on ebay. $168.77 for the Vader and $107.99 for the 3PO. Plus shipping of course. I have not pre-ordered the Scout Trooper statue yet. I'm not sure I'm going to either. I can't find the Sandtrooper on Dewback anywhere for under $350 so I might pass on the statue diorama's and just stick to the 1/6 scale statues.
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I got the Vader on Friday. It is incredible! I have now got a Chewbacca statue on the way in a trade.
I am passing on the C-3PO statue since we already have a bust of him but no bust of Chewie.
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I got this today for my birthday. :)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/brooks55/IM000727.jpg)
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Whoa, Chewy looks cool. Congrats on getting that piece. 8)
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I got this today for my birthday. :)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/brooks55/IM000727.jpg)
Ooh, very nice. 8)
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My latest ebay purchase arrived over the weekend...GG Vader statue. The statue is a very nice piece and I'm glad I picked one up to add to the collection.
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Took a cursory look and didn't find a thread....
Just got the GG update and it had this to say:
And like in San Diego, we have been authorized to take pre-orders for a Chrome Darth Vader statue with light-up lightsaber blade for $325 plus shipping and tax. And for that ultimate collector, make sure to get your pre-order in for a life-size Yoda with light-up lightsaber and sound for $800 plus shipping and tax. We're not sure when and where we will be able to take pre-orders for these items in the future. So, if you get your pre-orders in at the show, you will be guaranteed to receive the piece. Also please remember due to our contract with Lucasfilm, we can only directly ship our Star Wars products to the US, Canada and Puerto Rico.
Chrome Vader statue with light up saber.
Life size Yoda with light up saber.
How did I miss this?
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Took a cursory look and didn't find a thread....
I've been meaning to split out all the prior GG statue discussion from the GG Busts thread Brent (where folks have been discussing the statues to date). I'll still get around to doing that at some point soon hopefully, so don't get too used to seeing you as the thread author here... ;)
As for the statues themselves, very nice looking, but just too big for an already overflowing collection room, so I'll be passing on these. Sure love that sweet lookin' Biker Scout leaning on his Speederbike though! 8)
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Chrome? I'll pass.
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"And for that ultimate collector, make sure to get your pre-order in for a life-size Yoda with light-up lightsaber and sound for $800 plus shipping and tax.
I was on StatueForum.com and found this pic. I think that must be the life-size Yoda to the right. :o It also appears the Chrome Vader statue is next to it (with the light-up lightsaber).
(http://www.rebelscum.com/wizardworld2005/wwc05_05.jpg)
You can also see the Luke on Tauntaun at the bottom of the display case. As well, the Darth Maul and Boba Fett statues are there as well. (Apparently, they had requested that the Boba Fett statue not be photographed because it was still in the prototype stage)
Some better pics from the Wizard World newspost a few days ago, courtesy of TheJawa.com:
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/8-05/WWMaul1.jpg)
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/8-05/WWLuke1.jpg)
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/8-05/WWVader1.jpg)
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I thought those looked familiar. ;)
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Nick, I assume that's the upcoming life-size Yoda? Was it a ROTS version? AOTC? OT?
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Yes, it's the life size Yoda. It's difficult to distinguish whether it's an AOTC or ROTS version. It's one or the other though.
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Great stuff! 8)
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Yes, it's the life size Yoda. It's difficult to distinguish whether it's an AOTC or ROTS version. It's one or the other though.
The GG LF Yoda is from EPIII. :)
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Two of the newest GG statues are up for preorder at StarWarsShop.com, both available Feb 2006:
Darth Maul (http://shop.starwars.com/catalog/product.xml?product_id=104322&ReferrerID=CJADBN-00001)
(http://shop.starwars.com/kernel/imageload?table=cat_images;ttl2=15;key1=104322_f;key2=-100_f)
Luke on Tauntaun (http://shop.starwars.com/catalog/product.xml?product_id=104319&ReferrerID=CJADBN-00001)
(http://shop.starwars.com/kernel/imageload?table=cat_images;ttl2=15;key1=104319_f;key2=-100_f)
I'm a fan of pretty much anything Darth Maul related, but I would have preferred a more aggressive pose. The Luke on the Tauntaun looks incredible!
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I love their booth! Anyone else excited about their 12" Wonka?
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Anyone thinking of getting the Maul statue? There's a guy on the rebelscum forums saying he can sell them for $130 shipped if he gets enough people to order. http://www.wantedheroes.com/ is his site and here's the link to MAUL: http://www.wantedheroes.com/maul.htm -- it's listed for $155 now, but if he gets 6 people or more he'll drop it down to $130 and refund everyone the difference. Sounds sketchy, but people claim they have ordered stuff from him in the past and it's worked out great. Anyone heard of this guy before? Here's the thread on rebelscum:
http://threads.rebelscum.com/showflat.php?Cat=&Number=1385367&page=0&view=collapsed&sb=5&o=&fpart=1#1385367
Also -- anyone know the cheapest place to find the Vader statue? Ebay the best bet?
-Steve
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GG Boba Fett statue...
http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/catalog/?id=WEB7583
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(http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/media/uploads/0/0/L/1/detail_view_2.jpg)
Definitely nice looking, and I know a lot of folks who have been anxiously awaiting this piece. Not sure about that pose though, with the couple fingers oddly extended like that. Did he ever strike that pose in ESB? Don't recall him doing so. Probably just GG taking some artistic liberties. Cool nonetheless...
I'm not gonna mess with these statues though, as I just don't have the room for them, nor the wife's patience/support to delve into another subline like this. Bummer, as I'd love to have some of these beautiful statues!
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That's a very cool looking pose. Reminds me of the Marmit Boba Fett.
I think the two fingers extended mean "bring it on!". ;)
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Must ... resist ..........................
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I'd love to get this too, but after buying (and then selling) the Vader release (because of space issues) I think I'm going to have to pass... :'(
Very nice though. Very nice.
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Check out Slave1's pics of the Scout Trooper on Speeder Bike statue (click on pic):
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/10-05/GG-Scout-Trooper-and-Speeder-Bike-014.jpg) (http://www.slave1.jp/image-bank/Gentle_Giant/Statue/Scout_Trooper_and_Speeder_Bike/index.html)
The pics are great, but I still would have preferred this statue to have the Scout Trooper riding the bike as if he was in the middle of the chase scene.
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Check out Slave1's pics of the Scout Trooper on Speeder Bike statue (click on pic):
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/10-05/GG-Scout-Trooper-and-Speeder-Bike-014.jpg) (http://www.slave1.jp/image-bank/Gentle_Giant/Statue/Scout_Trooper_and_Speeder_Bike/index.html)
I've got a buddy who's just getting into the toy business (with a wholesaler's license and all that jazz), and he may be able to offer some pretty good prices on this piece for JD'ers. So if anyone's interested, drop me a line, and I'll talk to him about it some more and get a few pricing details from him.
- Matt
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COOL!
2' Yoda (http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/catalog/?id=WEB8527&PHPSESSID=fe8d0b1b22b00da9d9e2e14f7ed1224a)
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Wow! Wonder why they would have basically two life Yoda statues come out in the same year?
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I've got a buddy who's just getting into the toy business (with a wholesaler's license and all that jazz), and he may be able to offer some pretty good prices on this piece for JD'ers. So if anyone's interested, drop me a line, and I'll talk to him about it some more and get a few pricing details from him.
- Matt
Matt, PM headed your way! ;D
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Wow! Wonder why they would have basically two life Yoda statues come out in the same year?
What was the other?
And I thought it was pretty funny, reading the description of this statue, it says "Stands 6 inches tall" and then they show the picture of the small girl sitting on the floor next to it. I said, wow, that's a tiny kid ;D
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This is from Comic Con this year.
(http://www.galactichunter.com/absoluteig/gallery/events/comic-con_international_(2005)/gentle_giant/IMG_0160.JPG)
It would cost around $1000 delivered.
Fixed I think.
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That's a lot of money for nothing :P
(no picture ;) )
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COOL!
2' Yoda (http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/catalog/?id=WEB8527&PHPSESSID=fe8d0b1b22b00da9d9e2e14f7ed1224a)
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/10-05/GGYodaMonument2.jpg)
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Michael Jackson is all over that... ;)
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Most wanted collectibles (http://www.mostwantedcollectibles.com/clone-wars-11-scale-yoda-monument-p-418.html) has it listed for $349.99, regular $399.99.
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Pretty cool but with limited space I will pass on this one....now if they had for sale the one that they gave away as a PEPSI Promo piece I might bite on that one.
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Anyone heard any new news regarding the Tauntaun statue? I thought it was a February release, but I haven't seen anything in a while-
That darn Rancor looks superb! I wonder if a bantha is far behind. They (Gentle GIant seem to do the beasts as well as you could ever ask-
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Gentle Giant said on their blog that the Lando bust and Maul statues should ve out this month...but that the Taun Taun had to be pushed back to March.
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Although we certainly can't afford for me to collect something like these, I am kind of interested in them. I've always wanted to have some nice, high end statues to display at home here, and it seems like the Gentle Giant ones are quite spiffy. I might have to see if I can't drop some lines/save up so I can get a couple to have on display. The Unleashed line is great, but these look pretty high quality. What is everyone's overall opinion of these things? Maybe I would be better off going with the somewhat cheaper mini-bust route, but there's something about having a full statue like these that seems kind of neat too.
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Darth Maul is now in stock at EE (http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?id=JE-405087801&number=GE5637)! Personally, I like this version better than the International Edition that doesn't have the cloak/cape.
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I might have to see if I can't drop some lines/save up so I can get a couple to have on display. The Unleashed line is great, but these look pretty high quality. What is everyone's overall opinion of these things?
My opinion is to find space and money for a couple of them that you really like.
I have the dewback, and have a tauntaun on order. I think they are magnificent, and the unleashed line is the line I dropped in order to have the money/space for these. I also trimmed my mini-nust collection. While the mini-busts are great, a case full of head-and-shoulders loses something compared to the full statues. It's just an opinion, but I have had no regrets having done what you are thinking about.[/
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I saw the Luke, Han, and Vader statues at my local comic shop yesterday.
I seriously considered skipping a few meals and bills to buy Vader. Damn, that thing was awesome.
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Gentle Giant has some kickass pics of their upcoming Rancor statue!
http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/blog/2006/03/ron-and-rancor_114143988348113835.html
(http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/blog/uploaded_images/Rancor_In_Progress_1-727037.jpg) (http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/blog/uploaded_images/Rancor_In_Progress_2-735423.jpg)
(http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/blog/uploaded_images/Rancor_Paint_1-753821.jpg) (http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/blog/uploaded_images/Rancor_Paint_2-770952.jpg) (http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/blog/uploaded_images/Rancor_Paint_3-791687.jpg)
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Managed to order the Darth Maul Statue (International version) on GG's website today. I think they were up for order for an hour or so. Did anyone else get an order in? I think I prefer the Int version to the US version. Thoughts?
Snags
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Actually, I am very pleased with the US version. I have mine diplayed not far from the GG Vader statue, and the capes flowing on the two Sith Lords display well together. Had considered getting the international version, but am pleased with my cheaper choice.
I have too much SideShow product on the way to have both versions of the Maul statue. :P
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After Brent mentioned the Japanese exclusive Blackhole Stormtrooper mini-bust, I hunted a bit to find that there is also the silver Vader statue appears to be a Japanese exclusive as well.
http://www.blister.jp/55gg/
I'm not as crazy about this statue in it's chrome form, but the light-up lightsaber is pretty cool.
(http://www.blister.jp/55gg/images/item/01.jpg)
...edit... After fighting with the translation a bit, it seems that there will be 1000 pieces available from Blister.jp, but a total of 2500 pieces available worldwide. So I imagine the other 1500 should be made available to North America at a later time.
"The number of day sales": 1000
"The worldwide number of limitations": 2500
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Has anyone heard of the tauntaun statue shipping yet? I thought I remembered hearing a late March date at one point
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Well, now I am even more confused. The Starwarsshop.com site shows the tauntaun shipping in JULY, while the gentle giant site show it as in stores now, but won't let you order it.
Has anyone heard anything about this item?
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Fireside stated on another forum that they also heard July but it was a confusion regarding the Chinese New Year....I guess we won't know for sure till we see it in our hands.
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For those who purchased the Emperor Palpatine/Darth Sidious Mini bust from SWS.com I received my shipping notification this morning. So look for yours soon as well.
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The Luke on Tauntaun statue is IN STOCK at Entertainment Earth. It is out!!!
Snags
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Okay guys, just found out a cool little tidbit about the Luke on Tauntaun deal. It comes with two different Luke heads - the normal one and one with his scarf pulled up to his goggles, so you can't see his face. It's pretty darn cool.
Also, the Rancor Statue is up for pre-order on bigbadtoystore.com - looks like the suggested retail price is $300. BBTS has it listed at $270.
Snags
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http://www.jeditemplearchives.com/swexperience/toyfair2006/gentlegiant/images/03-statues001.jpg
This is a pic from the New York Toy Fair. Looks pretty sweet!
edit - Damn! Here's one of the Royal Guard! Me likey.
http://www.jeditemplearchives.com/swexperience/toyfair2006/gentlegiant/images/03-statues012.jpg
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I'll never learn my lesson. I was so good in staying away from buying statues and then i go and order the Animated Boba and Leia, now i see this Royal Guard and want that. :-\ I am insane.
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now i see this Royal Guard and want that.
Well, based on your avatar, I'm not surprised. ;)
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I received confirmation that my Tauntaun statue has shipped! I am stoked- the photos I've seen look great. I'm not sure I want to make room for all of these things, but the Rancor looks great, and I'm hoping they do a wampa too. Gentle Giant has some damn fine sculptors in their midst.
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I'm not sure I want to make room for all of these things, but the Rancor looks great, and I'm hoping they do a wampa too.
That would certainly make for an impressive side by side display. 8)
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Good news! My suppliers rang me today, they have the 2 Luke Tauntaun statues in stock and are delivering them too me on Friday which means you should all be getting them soon!
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Lucky! Still waiting on my preorder....
Are you going to display 2 of them Kirk? One with each alternate head?
Speaking of preorders, I just made the move to preorder the Rancor statue. The new GG stuff upcoming is pretty smokin', I did not want to chance them selling out. I bought the Dewback when it first came out, and am really glad I did!
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Possibly, most likely going to display them both in the shop but have one of them for sale in my Ebay shop aswell.
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My Tauntaun arrived yesterday! I have to give this one a big A++. And the price was pretty great, $130.00 shipped. Gentle Giant is doing fantastic work, I hope a Wampa is in development someplace!
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I've preordered the Han and Greedo bookends and the rancor with my wholesaler.
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After Brent mentioned the Japanese exclusive Blackhole Stormtrooper mini-bust, I hunted a bit to find that there is also the silver Vader statue appears to be a Japanese exclusive as well.
http://www.blister.jp/55gg/
I'm not as crazy about this statue in it's chrome form, but the light-up lightsaber is pretty cool.
(http://www.blister.jp/55gg/images/item/01.jpg)
...edit... After fighting with the translation a bit, it seems that there will be 1000 pieces available from Blister.jp, but a total of 2500 pieces available worldwide. So I imagine the other 1500 should be made available to North America at a later time.
"The number of day sales": 1000
"The worldwide number of limitations": 2500
Here you go Jesse, Slave1 has some nice pictures of this bad boy. 8)
Chrome Darth Vader (http://www.slave1.jp/image-bank/Gentle_Giant/Statue/Darth_Vader(Chrome)/index.html)
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Gentle Giant has confirmed the Royal Guard statue will be released in November.
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/3-06/GGRoyalGuardStatue01.jpg)
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I was very close in pre-ordering it but i convinced myself not to. I hope they release one in the animated line though. ;D
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(http://www.yakface.com/2006/chromedarth.jpg)
Exclusive 14" Chrome Vader (http://shop.starwars.com/catalog/product.xml?product_id=105188) at SWS.com
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Got my order in! 8)
Since I never put down the money for GG's orginal version of this statue, I'm definitely jumping in this time. I always figured that since I had ordered the Sideshow Vader statue, I didn't need the GG version. But this chrome version is unique enough that I will gladly order it! ;)
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Not for me, $200 extra for chrome just isn't worth it to me. :o
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Has anyone bought this?
(http://images.entertainmentearth.com//AUTOIMAGES/GE8109lg.jpg)
http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE8109#LargeImage
And if so... can you provide a comparison pic of it to the Hasbro Rancor for scale purposes?
thank you... thank you...
:)
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The Rancor statue won't be released until November, so you'll be hard pressed to find someone to get a pic of the two Rancors side by side. EE states the statue is 16" tall, if that helps.
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Sweet mother of God is the Rancor HUGE! I couldn't believe it until I actually saw it in person today. The thing is gargantuan! And it looks awesome, too.
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(http://www.yakface.com/2006/chromedarth.jpg)
Exclusive 14" Chrome Vader (http://shop.starwars.com/catalog/product.xml?product_id=105188&ReferrerID=CJADBN-00001) at SWS.com
Vader's been delayed until July 10th, so there's a little more time to save up for this bad boy...
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(http://www.yakface.com/2006/chromedarth.jpg)
Exclusive 14" Chrome Vader (http://shop.starwars.com/catalog/product.xml?product_id=105188&ReferrerID=CJADBN-00001) at SWS.com
Vader's been delayed until July 10th, so there's a little more time to save up for this bad boy...
One more piece of info: Vader is available for 10% off to Hyperspace members at SWS.com (http://shop.starwars.com/catalog/category.xml?category_id=349) (so is the Luke & Tauntaun statue).
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Boba Fetts being delivered tommorow ;D
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Man, that Royal Guard is dope. Hadn't seen that yet. I still want to get the 1st version of Vader instead of this chrome one.
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Heres some pics of the fett statue... its very very nice!
(http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/3379/dsc017518og.jpg)
(http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/191/dsc017557at.jpg)
(http://img58.imageshack.us/img58/6710/dsc017567da.jpg)
(http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/1079/dsc017570rn.jpg)
(http://img58.imageshack.us/img58/1152/dsc017595ix.jpg)
(http://img58.imageshack.us/img58/5317/dsc017616mr.jpg)
(http://img58.imageshack.us/img58/1985/dsc017718jm.jpg)
(http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/6941/dsc017783mf.jpg)
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Wow, that's a beauty. It looks like they did a great job on the weathering and the Wookiee braids. 8)
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Pretty sweet, I'm more partial to the ESB deco and rifle but a great figure/paint job none the less.
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The wookiebraids are actually made out of material.
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Has anyone had problems cancelling an order from SWS.com before? I had preordered the silver Vader statue, but then it went on sale for 10% off for Hyperspace members at SWS.com. So I reordered it at the reduced price and e-mailed them to cancel the first order, but I've yet to hear anything from them. That was 3 days ago.
???
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I cancelled a few items last year, I never received an e-mail from them. Check your order history to see if it is cancelled.
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I actually have never had problems canceling through them. Do it a lot since I place orders through them as back-ups.
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Republic Commando color Maquette (http://shop.starwars.com/catalog/product.xml?product_id=405380) at starwarsshop.com
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Was just coming over here to make sure you guys knew about it. Man, that's one hell of a piece. I had to get it. I always wished for them to do a color version.
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I was actually shopping around for the bronze version, glad I held out. The color version looks GREAT! Put my order in right when I saw it.
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That looks nice.
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Very nice. Seems to be sold out too. :-\
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I'm definitely picking up the one in this set of photo's. :o
I don't want to ruin the surprise for anyone, so scroll through them.
http://www.comingsoon.net/cgi-bin/imageFolio.cgi?direct=Comic_Con_2006&img=0 (http://www.comingsoon.net/cgi-bin/imageFolio.cgi?direct=Comic_Con_2006&img=0)
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And I'm spent...
Clean Shaven ;D (http://www.yakface.com/Features/comiccon/gg/images/06.jpg)
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:o
I'm thinking that'll be, um, hot, on the secondary market.
Again:
:o
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It will never make it past Lucas' lawyers. Without significant cloth placement changes, this will never make it to retail.
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A short clip of the Leia statue from all angles.
http://www.ifilm.com/ifilmdetail/2758141
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Yakface is reporting a rumor that Carrie herself was displeased with the statue. I didn't think it would make it past Lucasfilm, and if Carrie didn't like it, that probably cinches that this thing will be retooled.
On another note, I stumbled across Luminara Unduli and Barris Offee (sp?) at Emtertainment earth for almost half price. I picked them up to go with my Yoda maquette. ;D
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Yakface is reporting a rumor that Carrie herself was displeased with the statue. I didn't think it would make it past Lucasfilm, and if Carrie didn't like it, that probably cinches that this thing will be retooled.
There's going to be a lot of disappointment among collectors if this is the case. ;) I don't expect it to make it past Lucasfilm either.
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I just received my Clone Wars Maquette of Barriss Offee and Luminara Unduli from Entertainment Earth. It is very nice, and looks great next to Yoda! ;D They are still 1/2 price if you were on the fence before-
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(http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/media/uploads/0/1/1/2/popup_2.jpg)
Limited Edition: TBD
In Stores: April 2007
Designed in 1/6 scale - Measures: 11" x 6.5"
Price: $180.00
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Very nice! I wonder what changes were made (if any). It'll be interesting to see the edition size of this peice too. My guess would be to get your preorder in EARLY!
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Well, those of you who want this statue should go preorder now. I just put a preorder in with MostWantedCollectibles.com. It's 20% off retail price.
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I'm amazed this is already up for order- I thought this one would be stuck in limbo for a while, particularly with the greatly enhanced front bumper arrangement.
Well, it will probably prove quite collectible- I wonder if it will create a race to see who can go even further-
As for my house with two little girls, it just doesn't belong.
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As for my house with two little girls, it just doesn't belong.
Tempted though the fanboy in me is, my decision is the same.
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This will definety be ordered.
I can't resist it... It's the best memory from the OT (for a the hormones of my younger self, lol).
But she looks great, and I think it is the best rendition.
(And with all sons in my home, I am ok... lol. SOrry BD.
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It is limited, but they haven't established the edition size yet (beyond the C+/D size that is)
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I pre-ordered mine... could not resist...
Went ahead and pre-ordered the General Obi Wan as well. I know they both will go fast !
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check CCGArmormy.com and see what it comes out to. They are pretty fair.
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CCG Armory.com (http://www.ccgarmory.com/)
There you go, that works ! ;D
edit: now it does! ;) Jesse
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Thanks!! ;)
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Gentle Giant's blog released info on the edition size for the Obi Clone statue - 2500 pieces.
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I just received a Clone Wars Yoda Monument in the mail--very impressive in both size and mass. But I'm quite disappointed as there was a 12-inch crack along Yoda's left leg running up towards the left arm of robe. Am I the lucky winner of this defect, or are others finding similar condition problems with their's also?
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I had ordered one from Toynk.com, but have not received it or been charged. I wonder if they over-presold.
Now I have to figure out if I am bummed or relieved by that thought...
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Well, I came home Monday to find a box the size of a recliner in the driveway. I haven't opened it yet, because getting yourself huge christmas presents doesn't always go over well. I am thinking I will have my wife tell the kids about it, and they can wrap it up as Daddy's big gift. That accomplishes two things, it gets the kids involved in the collection (always a good move) and it means it can't be sold in the future because it was from the kids.
Has anyone been encountering damage with these that I should worry about inspecting it?
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I just received a Clone Wars Yoda Monument in the mail--very impressive in both size and mass. But I'm quite disappointed as there was a 12-inch crack along Yoda's left leg running up towards the left arm of robe. Am I the lucky winner of this defect, or are others finding similar condition problems with their's also?
Are the statues made of resin? Because resin is pretty fragile. You can make awsome molds out of resin (no plastic or PVC can get to that accuracy), but they chip and crack pretty easily, and that heppened to a Buddha statue of mine years ago and then decided to not buy resin anymore, I go with PVC only. And there are a few beautiful Masamune Shirow Ghost in the Shell statues made of resin but I'll pass... :-\ The only exception wil lbe GG Leia Slave.
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It's hard to say exactly what the Clone Wars Yoda Monument was constructed from. If I had to make an educated guess, I would say some type of plastic, perhaps PVC, or even fiberglass. What I can say for sure is that the statue must weight some 40 pounds and that the crack was a clean one. I've read elsewhere that many of these have been delivered in damaged condition, and I would highly recommend opening for inspection. The packaging on this item was simply not up to the task of protecting such massive yet fragile contents. I wrote GG directly about this oversight, and they admitted that fact. They also said they were 'currently working with dealers and distributors to replace the damaged and defective pieces.' I, unfortunately, purchased the item from a secondary seller (eBay), and GG's website clearly states that they are not responsible for damaged/defective items purchased in this manner. As for the fate of my beloved collection cornerstone, that is a big unknown. The item was insured for the purchase price, and the seller contacted UPS in regards to the damage. UPS promptly arrived the next day to take my Yoda and his cardboard coffin away into limbo. I was confused at their gesture (I thought they would just inspect the damage and give me the insured value), and in my discombobulated state, let the delivery guy cart him off into NeverNeverLand. I have not heard from them or the seller since. My only hope is that, some day in the distant future, I'll finally see a pristine giant package arrive on my doorstep and open it to find what can only be described as the ultimate Yoda collectible. Wish me luck (I'll need it).
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Thanks for the info guys, I'll break him out tonight and check him over. :-\
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Well, despite there being zero padding or clearance between yoda's ear and the flimsy box, it somehow survived unscathed. I will consider myself lucky, and shake my head at the way gentle giant packaged this thing. about 25 little plastic bags of chunks of styrofoam in one of the flimsiest big cardboard boxes I have ever seen. I am amazed any made the trip intact.
Good luck with your claim Gasman. Hopefully you'll get your money back plus the damaged statue!
If you do, and you go purchase another, I would check toynk.com. They are based in chicago, and only charge 5.99 shipping no matter the size of package! They were also $50.00 cheaper than entertainmentearth.
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Got my Royal Guard statue today. NICE!!!
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That new Jabba Statue and Rebo Band statues over at that otheR Site sure are nice looking, tempting enough to buy looking :-\
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They definitely look good. But the prices are getting a little too steep, and it seems like idea-wise Gentle Giant is behind the curve between Sideshow and Attakus.
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It's a small pic, but for some reason the Jabba statue doesn't "do" it for me. However, the Rebo Band looks great - it would be great if it played Lapti Nek!
http://www.rebelscum.com/toys2007/GGSjabba.jpg
http://www.rebelscum.com/toys2007/GGSband.jpg
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I don't know what i'll do here,
Jabba is a diorama I have passed on them all, so I will on this one too.
Rebo is suppose to be a statue. If they confirm that I may go with it.
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According to Diamond/Previews (http://previews.diamondcomics.com/default.asp?t=1&m=1&c=23&s=132&ai=36800), if you buy both the Jabba Set and the Rebo Set, there is a third Bib Fortuna statue that you will get for free...
"Collect both the Jabba's Palace Band statue and Jabba the Hutt statue and mail away for a free Bib Fortuna statue."
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Anyone know what scale the rebo band is going to be in.
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I have heard that Jabba is diorama scale and Rebo is statue scale.
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Darth Vader ESB Statue
11.5 inches
retail $200
(https://www.gentlegiantltd.com/images/product/12/214/Product_SW_ESB_Vader/productDetail.png)
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Jesse'll be all over that.
I'm still kinda sour about how much I paid for the first one and I got it for $40 below retail with shipping, which turned out to be expensive. Are they limiting these at all?
I do like it and the thought finally a new pose for Vader keeps running through my head, but I'll still likely pass. Between the first GG, the Sideshow and two animated maquettes, I'm alright for Vader.
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Jesse'll be all over that.
I sure plan to be!
AFX has it up for preorder already: http://shopafx.com/stwaemstbada.html - $179.99.
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I definitely like this one. I probably won't follow my typical pre-order pattern on this one as I already have the original GG Vader. But I won't pass up a bargain on this one!
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I will get this one solely because it shows a different light to vader... and the ESB relation is a a plus. But I will be sure to be looking at a better price. Something around $150 or less will work well for me.
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I've never picked up any statues before (can't really afford them), but I'm seriously thinking if I can work this one out. The light up feature, combined with the overall piece, just looks kind of cool. I think it would be a nice display piece.
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;D I will be picking this one up for sure!
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Han Solo Statue (https://www.gentlegiantltd.com/catalog/product/detail/282)
(http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i306/DSJcdn/Kubricks%20Series%206/HanSoloStatue.jpg)
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EE has the Han up for preorder for $174.99.
Star Wars Han Solo Statue (http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?id=JE-405087801&number=GE10158)
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It seems strange that GG would do a Han statue and animated maquette so close to each other - it'll force a lot of casual collectors to choose between the two.
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Starwarsshop.com has the upcoming Darth Maul with Bloodfin statue up for preorder with a list price of $199.99 and release date of January, 2008.
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I don't understand the rationale behind LFL allowing two licensees to pretty much do the same product. Now what is the difference between this Han Solo statue and the one that Sideshow did a few years back?
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I don't understand the rationale behind LFL allowing two licensees to pretty much do the same product. Now what is the difference between this Han Solo statue and the one that Sideshow did a few years back?
Actually, including the Attakus statues, that makes at least three "statue" lines out there to collect.
The Sideshow Han was a premium "figure". Even though the articulation isn't there, the Sideshow premium format "figures" have real cloth clothing parts and accessories, where the GG statues do not. Not a big difference, but that is why LFL allows it.
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I own the first GG Vader statue and the Sideshow Premium Vader 'figure' as well. It really boils down to what you want, how big you want it and the type of accessorization you want. Do you want more realistic textures to your statue? Go Sideshow. Do you want just cold cast? Go GG.
Honestly, I don't quite see a good reason for it either. There are differences in scale, to a degree, but beyond that I'm unclear on it.
I'm opting to get rid of my GG Vader statue because I like the Sideshow version better, largely because it matches up so well with the classic Obi-Wan statue and the cloth + light up features make it more entertaining. There's nothing wrong with the Vader from Gentle Giant, I just don't feel a need for both.
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Due to price, I chose the GG piece.
Due to focus, I have gotten all pieces of Maul from everyone... (still trying to nail the ATTAKUS).
Whatchuwant... lol.
That's what it is about.
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The timing of the offerings from both Sideshow and Gentle Giant have seemed puzzling at times. Sideshow puts out their 12" Jabba the Hutt and right around the same time GG announces their Jabba the Hutt and Max Rebo band environments. I would think that maybe Lucas licensing would be aware of the situation and tell the licensees when they can do a certain item so that two licensees won't be in competition with each other on their offerings.
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Exactly.
Medicom and Sideshow share the same dilema.
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An e-mail from GG for PG members:
Welcome Gentle Giant Club Members members to another exciting exclusive product offering to you!
Gentle Giant Ltd. is making the Senate Guard Statue available for purchase exclusively through GentleGiantLtd.com. Gentle Giant Premier Guild Members will get a special one week advance purchasing window on this item, starting today, November 2nd. On Friday November 9th, we will be opening up the availability of this piece for all members of our Gentle Giant Collector's Club.
Please Read Before Placing Order
* This is NOT a raffle. Quantities available on a first come, first order basis.
* During the Advanced Purchase Window, you must be logged into your Premier Guild Account to access the product page.
* To make these widely available as possible to all Gentle Giant Club Members, there is a limit of one item per person and only one order per person. We will be canceling any duplicate orders.
Senate Guard Statue - Limited Edition Size of 1500 pieces, $165
An elite security force assembled to protect members of the Galactic Senate, the Senate Guard were garbed in outdated yet symbolic blue robes and helmets. The stoic guards stood watch over the massive Senate rotunda on Coruscant, and its members could be found aboard almost all senatorial transports.
Any questions can be directed to Gentle Giant Customer Service - customerservice@gentlegiantstudios.com.
Thanks,
Gentle Giant Ltd.
(http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i306/DSJcdn/SideShow%20Greivous%20Statue/SenateGuardStatueGG.jpg)
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Easy pass for me... just not that key....
So where's our PG gift ?
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TESB Darth Vader is shipping this week! I generally don't collect GG stuff, but this one was a must buy for me. It will look great next to my GG Slave Leia. :P Since I dropped Hasbro, pieces like this are becoming more and more appealing. Instead of collecting an entire line of plastic action figures, having a few of these is much better for me. They don't take up as much space and they are absolutely beautiful.
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I might pick up this new Vader statue. I'm going to look for as good of a deal as I can. I've gotten to the point where if I can find something like this for a good price, I'll consider buying it. But if the opportunity doesn't present itself, it won't be the end of the world.
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Well, I was just told by a realiable source that these were pushed back a few weeks. :-[ Strange how RS reported just two days ago that they would be shipping out next week.
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It wasn't just RS, it was Gentle Giant themselves (https://www.gentlegiantltd.com/blog/2007/11/162/new-product-shipping) who said it would be shipping this week:
Posted 11/28 (last week):
The Darth Vader ESB Statue just arrived at the docks today, so we should be shipping that out by the end of next week.
Strange that they would push it back after saying that, unless maybe something was wrong with the statues once they started prepping them for shipment...?
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R2-D2 Statue Cancellation/Resolicitation
Hello Gentle Giant Collectors,
The R2-D2 statue originally scheduled to ship December 2007, is being canceled and will be resolicited. At this time, we don’t know what the new ship date will be or if the pricing will remain the same, but as soon as we have new information, we will be posting it on our website and sending out an email. For those members of our collectors club who have already placed a pre-order through our website and would like to keep your original pre-order, please confirm this AFTER the new information is sent out.
Thanks,
Gentle Giant Ltd.
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Got my kneeling vader statue this morning, man this thing rocks, the light up base looks very cool.
My only gripe is the sucker is very prone to fingerprints, but it is a fantastic statue, does weigh a bit though so watch where you put it.
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I saw the kneeling Vader in person a few days ago. It's very impressive to look at. But the shop that was selling it wanted $199 for it. And I want a better deal on it than that.
I think the market's getting soft on GG product. I think the market has gotten somewhat saturated with A LOT of statues from almost as many companies. I think collectors can only take on so much. I think the end result is that there might be some more bargains to be found. And just one example of a Premier Guild exclusive that hasn't sold out has stuck in my mind: the Senate Guard statue was still available on the Gentle Giant site the last time I checked. And that was less than a week ago.
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I think the market's getting soft on GG product. I think the market has gotten somewhat saturated with A LOT of statues from almost as many companies. I think collectors can only take on so much. I think the end result is that there might be some more bargains to be found.
I couldn't agree more, but it's soft on more than just the statues. I just picked up the Royal Guard bust for $22.50 on ebay. Most GG product I can't be bothered to get anywhere but ebay anymore, simply because in 90% of the cases, I can beat the best retailers prices. Yeah, there's less protection, but with a paypal auction there's at least the illusion of protection.
I want the second GG statue (especially if I can get rid of my first) because it's different enough from all the other Vader statues out there. But I'll wait for the price I want, somewhere around $90-130 or so, pre-shipping.
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I am supposed to have my Vader statue tomorrow afternoon. I can't wait to see what this thing looks like. I've refrained from looking at any pictures that have been posted because I wanted to be surprised. Does anyone know exactly how heavy this thing is? I'm wondering if it's going to be to heavy to sit on my shelf that I've made room on. :-\
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Havent weighed it, but he is heavy, i'm kinda scared to put him on a detolf shelf.
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Well I got my Vader today! #148 is sitting on the shelf. It is heavy, but I think the shelf will be fine holding it up. I put it over one of the metal holders for extra support.
The light up base feature is just too cool. GG has done it again. ;D
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That Vader statue looks so great it's got me temped to jump into the statues line.
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Give yourself ... to the Dark Side ... ;D
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I had this on my Christmas list, but my wife is uncomfortable ordering things online, so I think it's time I did some hunting for it. I HAVE to have this one!
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This one turned out really nice. They changed the lips and the skin tone, but otherwise it looks pretty darn close to the production shot that is so great. I like how they packed this one too. It's all one piece that's pretty thin, so it comes in a very thin box which makes it easier to store. That's always a good thing. ;D
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a100/JGordon24/DSC08347.jpg)
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Dude ! Did you pull this out at your local Chik-fil-et ?
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Dude ! Did you pull this out at your local Chik-fil-et ?
This was at the Citrus Park Mall food court in Tampa, FL during the Tampa Star Wars Collector's Club meeting on Wednesday night. There is a Chick-Fil-A there though. :P
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I just bought the Rebo Band statue. I have wanted it for a while and figured why not. So did anyone buy the Jabba set and not need their Bib Fortuna coupon? I wasnt crazy about the Jabba statue but dig the Bib.
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I just bought the Rebo Band statue. I have wanted it for a while and figured why not.
That's a great piece isn't it? I think they did a superb job on it.
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I just got my Darth Maul with Bloodfin last night. #1424/2250. Such a wonderful piece!
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Got my Maul with Bloodfin last night. Still need to open it and inspect it.
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Just an update on the Darth Maul with Bloodfin statue. Gentle Giant is no longer accepting returns for exchange. They finally listened to us and they will be attempting to fix the sinking Bloodfin problem, but they did say it could take two months or more. At least they are doing something about it though. For now, mine is sitting on my shelf with the Bloodfin resting on the base just like all the other ones. :-\
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Great Scott! From SDCC.
(http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i306/DSJcdn/Random/GGWampaImperialDroid.jpg)
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Looks great !!!
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Thanks again to JayDouble for the pic, very nice. 8)
(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y26/JayDouble/SDCC%2008%20Wed/a3141074.jpg)
From CS.net
(http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i306/DSJcdn/Random/FettHanCarbBlockTroopers.jpg)
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The Fett with Han in Carbonite is going in my collection as soon as possible! 8)
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That does look great, I hope it doesnt have the sag issues the bloodfin does
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The Fett with Han in Carbonite is going in my collection as soon as possible! 8)
Sadly, it doesn't come out until Winter '09. :-\
That day can't come soon enough though!
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I've been out of the loop. Did the Asajj/Dooku statue get released yet?
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Yes it was, last month I believe. Chris should be able to give you the details as he got one after a replacement.
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I am actually still waiting on my replacement. :-\ I sent it out on September 15th and they got it back on the 22nd. It's now October 17th and I haven't heard a word from them. I know Jewell read the email I sent asking about it as I got the read receipt, but I've got nothing.
Aside from the trouble I've had, the statue is very nice. I can see how when it's all set up and not damaged, it will certainly turn heads. I had a place all picked out for it on my shelf even.
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What was wrong with it ?
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What was wrong with it ?
It arrived covered in dust, Dooku didn't fit in the base, the base was scratched up, Dooku was "touched up" with the wrong colored paint and there was no QC sticker in the box. It was quite a mess.
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I personally don't like that they went with the shiny base. It sticks out like a sore thumb.
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Some of the GG statues are on sale too. The Tauntaun twins are running around $90 each I think. Great deals, but I have no need of them.
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I saw some of those great sale prices as well. We really don't have the extra money right now, or I'd really like to pick up those TaunTaun sets. I always thought those would make a nice "set" of statues to have, but unfortunately the sale just comes at the wrong time for me. Great deals to be sure though.
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I couldn' t resist these prices, pulled the trigger and ordered the Jabba, Palace Band, and Han on Tauntaun statues! These are my first GG purchases ever (collected more 12" Sideshow) and am excited to see what they look like in person. :) I wasn't sure which tauntaun statue to choose at first but went with Han after figuring that his likeness was better and the pose of the tauntaun (in motion) looked more interesting. I am hoping I can still send in the redemption codes for the free Bib Fortuna, think it said in the fine print it was good until the end of December 2008 or until supplies last. Has anyone recently sent away for and received Bib?
What do GG collectors here that have these statues think of them? I thought for half price I could get a pretty cool diorama going with Jabba, throne, Oola, Jawa, 3 band members, Salacious Crumb, and hopefully Bib. Now I might become addicted as that upcoming Wampa statue looks cool and would go nice with my Han on Tauntaun statue! :D
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Not much of a sale. I've been eyeing the Dooku & Asajj statue and I was thoroughly unimpressed with the sale price. I'm gonna shop around for that piece.
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Just read that the Wampa statue is going to be about 1000 pieces only.
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The Wampa looks great, would love to have it but... :-\
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Trash Compactor Bookends Proto Pics.
(http://i428.photobucket.com/albums/qq2/gentlegiantcollectors/TrashComFront.jpg)
(http://i428.photobucket.com/albums/qq2/gentlegiantcollectors/TrashComHanLeia.jpg)
(http://i428.photobucket.com/albums/qq2/gentlegiantcollectors/TrashComChewieLuke.jpg)
Post 20000, now bite me!
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SOLD! Wow, what a great piece. The only thing I'm a little confused about is the expressions on their faces or the lack thereof.
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Premier Guild Members can now log in and pre-order the Exclusive Magma Trooper Statue.
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Another Premier Guild Exclusive!
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a100/JGordon24/SneakPeekReveal_4_6_09.jpg)
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The edition size for the Wampa with Probe Droid has been set at 600 pieces.
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From da other site:
Boba Fett & Han Solo in Carbonite Statue which is also due to ship this Fall. Retail for this piece will be $239.99.
(http://www.collectinghq.com/im/0015428.jpg)
(http://www.collectinghq.com/im/0015429.jpg)
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I noticed that BBTS had it up for preorder at $189 I believe. Really looks like a nice piece, but I'm not sure I can afford it. I was trying to decide between this and the upcoming Boba/Carbonite Han animated maquette - and for now I have the maquette on preorder.
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I'm not a GG collector, but this is a pretty impressive looking statue. I'm sure anyone would enjoy having this in their collection.
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I just got an e-mail from GG advertising a May sale, and they have a few SW things in stock. A couple mini busts (Qui-Gon and Zuckuss), and some of their statues as well. I always wanted to complete the "set" of the Taun Taun statues, so I ordered the Luke one to go alongside the Han I picked up last time they had a sale like this.
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GentleGiantCollectors.com (http://www.gentlegiantcollectors.com/) and elsewhere, have images of the upcoming Bespin Luke Skywalker statue. I have to say, it looks pretty nice.
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(http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c385/spytgg/TuskenRaiderwithBanthastatue.jpg)
(http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c385/spytgg/ROTJDiorama.jpg)
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Here is a little closer picture...I love it.
(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l59/evenflow666/HPIM0568.jpg)
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These are bookends correct?
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These are bookends correct?
Correct.
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At the GG booth at SDCC I was most excited to see the animated maquette of Slave Leia with the Salacious Crumb.