Buck Rogers In The 25th Century Update!

[alex]

can we see anything on the new figures, any prototypes?

[Chris]

The original SRP on the Buck Rogers figures was $24.99 but due to higher than expected production costs that price has now been raised to $29.99. The SRP on the Z-Bodies is $10.00.

I'm in. Zica's pulling out the stops with this line.

[spamn]

The original SRP on the Buck Rogers figures was $24.99 but due to higher than expected production costs that price has now been raised to $29.99. The SRP on the Z-Bodies is $10.00.

Sorry to hear about the higher costs, but the new price doesn't diminish my enthusiasm, just my wallet. From the few in progress shots you've shown, I know these figures will be great and well worth the price.

[ZICA]

can we see anything on the new figures, any prototypes?

I've received production samples the of 1/9 scale heads but that's pretty much been it, other than a few pics of the accessories from the factory. Unfortunately I won't be able post any pics until I have complete prototypes in hand for each figure. This has been requested by the licensor.

I know some of you are wondering why the development of this line has been taking so long. The main reason is because of the amount of constant tweaking that went into getting everything as close as possible to the way I wanted it and also make the licensor happy. Getting the head sculpts nailed down and having all of the accessory pieces made was a nightmare, and it's still not over. The other major hurdle was clothing prototypes. I never would have imagined that finding someone to do clothing prototypes would have been so insanely difficult but it was. So far everything is still on schedule for a mid July ship date from the factory but should that change I'll let everyone know.

I'm in. Zica's pulling out the stops with this line.

You can count on that! I realize the increased SRP from $24.99 to $29.99 probably seems too high for some, especially considering the average price for most currently available 1/9 scale figures. However, I think once the prototypes are revealed and people can see the level of detail put into the figures the $29.99 price will seem reasonable.

There is an update on how the figures will be released. Instead of releasing all five at once there will only be two available at launch, Buck Rogers and Tigerman. The other three will follow shortly after and Hawk will be an exclusive to my website. Now before people start throwing up their hands in frustration over the "exclusive" part, Hawk will have the same retail price as the others and also be produced in the same numbers. There are no short packed figures in this line, everything is being produced in the same numbers.

I hope this update has been helpful. As always, feel free to ask me questions and I'll answer as best I can.

Craig

[Brown Bear]

when will be see wave one? (sorry if this has already been answered elsewhere)

[ZICA]

when will be see wave one? (sorry if this has already been answered elsewhere)

At this point I honestly have no idea. Being as the accessory and clothing samples still aren't finished, both of which will have to go through approvals, I don't even want to try and guess.

[alex]

Just wondering about the packaging, boxes or collector friendly clamshells?

[ZICA]

Just wondering about the packaging, boxes or collector friendly clamshells?

Collector friendly boxes.

[DocDrako]

I have to get Buck & Hawk. I can't wait! I'm going to explode!

[alex]

Collector friendly boxes.

u just made my day, saves space and better to display

[Chris]

I luv the idea of the figures being released a couple at a time. It makes buying multiples easier to handle. Plus, the exclusive Hawk sounds great. Who ever sculpted him nailed it.

[Chris]

With the Z bodies ready does this help pinpoint a time frame for the Buck figures?

[ZICA]

With the Z bodies ready does this help pinpoint a time frame for the Buck figures?

Unfortunately it doesn't.

[The Toyroom]

Collector friendly boxes.

Wow, that's cool! Nobody does figure in boxes anymore....always the clamshells

[kennermike]

any updates on release?