Almost Went into a State of Shock!!

[spamn]

I will say that aside from not agreeing with the pricepoint of these (Spider-Man Origins cloth-costumed 9-inch figs had more elaborate packaging for example and retailed for $14.99) I really do like these Mattel DC figures. See, I can disagree with the price and still like something. Its 2 different things.

Our best hope for a price drop is to get the figures into Targe or Walmart. This would increase the production run, hopefully bringing in economies of scale, as well as bring Walmart's own price dictation policies into bear. Though, as discussed in other threads, if that caused corners to be cut in manufacturing to achieve, could also result in worse quality figures being sold.

[Astronut]

I will say that aside from not agreeing with the pricepoint of these (Spider-Man Origins cloth-costumed 9-inch figs had more elaborate packaging for example and retailed for $14.99) I really do like these Mattel DC figures. See, I can disagree with the price and still like something. Its 2 different things.

[samurainoir]

I read it wrong, my fault. Around $8 for the smaller lines.

Most of us think that is pretty expensive for smaller figures too, but comparatively to the Retro Line, isn't it about proportional value for a figure that is three to four times the size of the 3 3/4" figure?

You're willing to pay 8 bucks for a 3 3/4" figure for your son. Why not $20 for a figure that is that much larger?

[palitoy]

I think sometimes people get sucked into the "rapture" of wanting something so bad (myself included) they are clouded from other factors like price. Use your wits, these should not be priced more than $12 or $13 a piece. Look around. Common sense.

My wits and common sense tell me that every EMCE Diamond release hasn't scraped below $15-16, I don't know why you'd think a premium licensed figure produced by a multi national corporation in similiar numbers should somehow be less.

[PNGwynne]

^There is no way these will be listed at that price when 6.5" DCUC figs are $15 and JLU Animateds are $9. (All somewhat over-priced, admittedly, and in wider distribution than Retro-Action.)

I think we're paying for a licensed niche collectible with new tooling--the concern IMO is the quality, not the price.

Comparably, DC Direct figs are about $17-$20, exclusive, smaller, less poseable, & fragile.

[palitoy]

Ok Dark shadow figures at 18 a piece in a two pack. Way higher quality and cheaper. So...........yep

If you think Dark Shadows is a license even in the same universe as the DC comics characters, you have a shock coming. Trust me, I have a contract with mine and Paul Levitz's signature sitting in the desk next to me.

And in terms of companies, Spectre and Bif Bang Pow don't have much by the way of overhead. Bif Bang Pow's offices are whatever is provided in the two principles day jobs.

[Astronut]

Jakks wrestling figures. 7 inch scale, many more unique parts, paint aps, more articulation, real scan technology head scans, licensed as well, also came with accessories and many figures had cloth clothing as well. In fact, they're still doing it with TNA and UFC figures. In addition, in the case of their legends lines, they have to individually pay the wrestler a fee. Highest priced regular Jakks figure... $12.99

That's a really good example right there. At least I think so.

I think sometimes people get sucked into the "rapture" of wanting something so bad (myself included) they are clouded from other factors like price. Use your wits, these should not be priced more than $12 or $13 a piece. Look around. Common sense.

[ODBJBG]

Seriously though...when's the last time you saw a licensed figure of this size and detail go for anything under a MRSP of $19.99? To even think they would be priced between $9.99-$12.99 is pretty much crazy talk.

Jakks wrestling figures. 7 inch scale, many more unique parts, paint aps, more articulation, real scan technology head scans, licensed as well, also came with accessories and many figures had cloth clothing as well. In fact, they're still doing it with TNA and UFC figures. In addition, in the case of their legends lines, they have to individually pay the wrestler a fee. Highest priced regular Jakks figure... $12.99

[Werewolf]

Joe is hasbro proprietary - that is not a licensed product... So... nope.

With the Walmart AT Joes all the tooling was already done too. That helped defray a huge amount of the cost.

[Zemo]

Joe is hasbro proprietary - that is not a licensed product... So... nope.

Ok Dark shadow figures at 18 a piece in a two pack. Way higher quality and cheaper. So...........yep

[Tothiro]

The Walmart AT joes. Very cool, flocked and great boxes..

Joe is hasbro proprietary - that is not a licensed product... So... nope.

[Zemo]

Seriously though...when's the last time you saw a licensed figure of this size and detail go for anything under a MRSP of $19.99? To even think they would be priced between $9.99-$12.99 is pretty much crazy talk. I'd love it - you'd love it but really...is it even fathomable? And to be honest - even at those low prices - it's not my kids that would be pining for them - they'd still be for my personal collection. Mattel isn't stupid - they know this - & they're gonna make us pay for what we want.

The Walmart AT joes. Very cool, flocked and great boxes..

[Astronut]

This is completely untrue. They didn't sell at all.

And so at $20 these should sell like mad! lol

[Spyweb007]

[CrimsonGhost]

About 3 years ago, Hasbro's 9" Signature series Marvel line sold for $14.99, cloth costumed super-heroes.

This is completely untrue. They didn't sell at all.