Batman Retro Series 1 production samples from Figures Toy

[PNGwynne]

Perhaps what will be required in the future is two threads: one for people that like the figures and don't want to read posts from people that don't and one for people that don't like the figures and don't want to read posts from people that do. HAHA!

Lol. Well, that would be more a bulletin board than a forum.

I like to think I'm expressing concerns, rather than complaints. Constructive criticism, perhaps. How could products improve otherwise?

You can always vote with your wallet--I often advocate this--but let's be honest, wouldn't constructive criticism that leads to a line's longevity be better than killing it early?

[JediJaida]

I asked the other night when the Catwoman style boots would be available for sale loose.

They said that they didn't have a firm idea, but sometime next year.

I'll admit that I'm a tad disappointed to have to wait so long, but I figure that it will be worth the wait.

While my interest is primarily in the 1966 line, I am glad to see the other Classic Mego line being made. I'm a bit choosy when it comes to the figures I want, so I'll be glad to sit back and wait for them to come out.

However, if the body falls apart after I get a hold of it; I stand by my right to complain.

I was hoping for them to come out in time for Christmas (and who here hasn't?), but if I have to wait until New Year's or afterward, so be it.

[megodarryl]

Well said! I'm already looking forward to series seven...Hawkman, Firestorm, Dr. Fate, and the Atom.
Oh yeah, and the Marvel license...

I agree with Hardy Girl and enyawd 72-I like what I've seen so far, and will support this line. I'm planning to use their darker blue boots, the 1966 utility belt, and the Mattel Retro Action suit and hands to get my Batman just the way I want him.

And Paul, thanks again for Mattel's Retro Action!! Just having access to those factory made suits, heads, and weapons was more than worth the retail price; I could never have gotten a custom Capt. Cold, with his gun, for only $25.00 .

[huedell]

Actually, the replicas of the four original Star Wars figures had some distinct differences, especially the Luke.

Not that irked me from pictures... NOR from even being in my own hand. Obviously I couldn't tell the Fett was taller from a picture. As far as you being happy with all these toys... that's cool...in fact, I envy you. I was cool, however, with the Star Wars replicas & He-Man replicas though, just to be clear.

And replicas in general? Bring 'em on. Let the market crash... and all of us have our toys for CHEAP.

[Wtrailer]

Actually, the replicas of the four original Star Wars figures had some distinct differences, especially the Luke. I still thought they were cool though. The Fett with the rocket-firing mechanism is taller than its vintage counterpart. I did grow up with the Megos albeit I was quite young and I have an original Batman and Robin in my collection now. The only difference I can see is maybe the colors. The blue looks darker on the new Batman.

You all rock! I love your attitude towards replica vintage toys. Some of the Star Wars forums I visit can get real testy when you mention vintage Star Wars replicas.

WT

[CrimsonGhost]

Perhaps what will be required in the future is two threads: one for people that like the figures and don't want to read posts from people that don't and one for people that don't like the figures and don't want to read posts from people that do. HAHA!

[megomania]

While this fact may be true, it's dismissive to those of us who are complaining about the figures and it's not relevant to the argument. This is not about a personal expectation, it's about what was promised by FTC.

Something I don't understand is why, when someone complains about something that might even be a big deal for many of us, IMMEDIATELY there are SO many posts effectively saying, "That's not a big deal, they're pretty close," or that we're haters, or that the line's going to disappear because some of us are disappointed. "YOU HATE PUPPIES!" No, no one hates puppies.

If you're happy with them, you're happy with them, fine. But that doesn't make those of us who are disappointed feel any better or any more understood. All the "disappointed" were lumped together in several responses reasoning that we're not going to buy them - I think a couple of people said they wouldn't, but as MegoScott pointed out, a few hardcore Mego fans not buying won't make or break FTC.

Please, if you don't agree, don't agree, but don't belittle the complainers. We're not wrong, we're bummed and our concerns are just as legitimate as yours.

I suppose I'm arguing for an internet forum to stick to cogent, valid points and be respectful. Yes, I know better.

Noun 1. complainer - a person given to excessive complaints and crying and whining

[huedell]

What exactly is wrong with them? From the most recent pic I'm having a hard time discerning the inaccuracies.

If you grew up with them, and were anticipating a more close look, they are easily spotted.

I love the idea of having replicas of these old toys.

I love the "idea" too. It's what I'm seeing in the pics that I'm not too thrilled about.

I wish Hasbro would make replicas of the original Star Wars figures. I would be all over those like a bum on a bologna sandwich.

I actually *was*... when it happened with the 4 pack of Han, Luke, Vader and Chewie back in 1997... I never picked up the more recent Fett replica (which had a firing rocket instead of the stationary one).

THOSE SW figures are solid examples of nice replicas that even a really picky collector couldn't discern from a picture. As were the vintage He-Man/MOTU reissues a few years back.

If ONLY these newer WGSH based figs looked as "alike" as what Hasbro and Mattel did, then I wouldn't've been saying these things, and I'm thinking that neither would others.

Funny that you reminded me of yet ANOTHER reason my expectations were higher with these new figures from Figures Inc.

[Mego-Amigo]

Replicas of the original Star Wars figures are way overdue.

[Wtrailer]

What exactly is wrong with them? From the most recent pic I'm having a hard time discerning the inaccuracies. They look pretty cool to me. I love the idea of having replicas of these old toys. I wish Hasbro would make replicas of the original Star Wars figures. I would be all over those like a bum on a bologna sandwich.

WT

[Teemu]

If people can't show disatisfaction in products they support and pay for,then businesses will have no reason to change or improve their product in the future

[The Bat]

While this fact may be true, it's dismissive to those of us who are complaining about the figures and it's not relevant to the argument. This is not about a personal expectation, it's about what was promised by FTC.

Something I don't understand is why, when someone complains about something that might even be a big deal for many of us, IMMEDIATELY there are SO many posts effectively saying, "That's not a big deal, they're pretty close," or that we're haters, or that the line's going to disappear because some of us are disappointed. "YOU HATE PUPPIES!" No, no one hates puppies.

If you're happy with them, you're happy with them, fine. But that doesn't make those of us who are disappointed feel any better or any more understood. All the "disappointed" were lumped together in several responses reasoning that we're not going to buy them - I think a couple of people said they wouldn't, but as MegoScott pointed out, a few hardcore Mego fans not buying won't make or break FTC.

Please, if you don't agree, don't agree, but don't belittle the complainers. We're not wrong, we're bummed and our concerns are just as legitimate as yours.

I sympathize and and agree. I got the same treatment when the MATTEL Heroes line came out. I was also called a "Hater" because I didn't like a lot of the sculpts and thought they were poorly done(don't get me started on the bodies). But I do own...and think some of them came out pretty decent(Sinestro, Twoface, Manhunter, etc...).

[boynightwing]

I'm getting the Riddler from this set because I already have Mego's of the others. I'm interested in the Alter Egos and Removable mask variants. It's an exciting time to be in this hobby.

[megoscott]

If you are bothered by the texture of vinyl oven-mitt gloves or disturbed by vinyl head distortion you'd better whine about it here, because it's pretty much the only place on Earth where people will know or care what you are talking about.

T-Shirt #2!

[megoscott]

To quote Emily Nussbaum's famous review of the Lost finale, "A disappointed fan is still a fan."

I'm appalled by so-called nerd rage as much as anyone, and we've certainly had some outrageous over-the-top negative reactions in the last few ReMego years here. But whenever I hear people say "lighten up, they're just toys" I think "Right...and we are a toy discussion forum...this is what we are here for!"

We've been obsessing over little details for decades, that's what we do. You could argue that it's that level of myopic nerd obsession and never-ending discussion that made these figures possible in the first place.

If you are bothered by the texture of vinyl oven-mitt gloves or disturbed by vinyl head distortion you'd better whine about it here, because it's pretty much the only place on Earth where people will know or care what you are talking about.