Marvel 3.75" Appreciation Thread

GERRILLIUS · 08-12-2012, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Scythe

I live in Cali, and never been there. Are the prices bullshit?

Yes and no. Some are outrageously HIGH. And some are just a little bit over retail like a local comic book shop which to me is decent.

If you're able to find figures at retail that is the route to go. I'm glad i did go. It's some type of organized chaos. If you're into collectibles it's a fun place to go for a day trip if you're not from around there. Me and my bro went there just to see the hullabaloo was and i'm glad we went.

D Day · 08-12-2012, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by LORD MARVEL

Great work Fernanbro Valenzuela, your talents are top notch.

Scythe · 08-12-2012, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by GERRILLIUS

Yes and no. Some are outrageously HIGH. And some are just a little bit over retail like a local comic book shop which to me is decent.

If you're able to find figures at retail that is the route to go. I'm glad i did go. It's some type of organized chaos. If you're into collectibles it's a fun place to go for a day trip if you're from around there. Me and my bro went there just to see the hullabaloo was and i'm glad we went.

Ah, I see. The place doesn't sound like my kinda alley. I hate paying over retail for stuff and can usually find what I want at retail anyways. I go down to Tijuana for my rare gem hunts. Never know what you're gonna find, you can haggle abit and they go down in price if you buy many items from them. Four months ago my cuz and I bought two McSpideys and some DCD figures for basically alittle less than retail.

D Day · 08-12-2012, 10:45 PM

What a d-bag

MARVEL UNIVERSE 2 PK LOT/3 TOYS R US EX WOLVIE/SHE HULK/MAGNETO/CAPPIE/SPID/RHNO | eBay

WoRkAh0LiC · 08-12-2012, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by wolverine2281

as far as eBay shipping cost, a while back eBay added in the shipping costs + the auction price and now charges fees on the total shipped because of sellers doing that. I don't know why they still do it.

You beat me to that lol. eBay has been doing this since last year. Final Value Fees are now based on the TOTAL price PLUS shipping cost. Before, there was no fee for shipping charges, so sellers were able to avoid paying fees by putting a huge fee for shipping an a 1 cent buy it now. eBay caught on after a very long time and decided to just screw sellers over completely. I don't think there should be fees on shipping if sellers use the ebay calculations for it - only when sellers input the dollar amount.

Also, I'm fairly sure most sellers know about this already. If they don't, they're just plain stupid. The sellers that do know about it and still do it are actually being pretty slick. While eBay will still organize listings based on lowest price + shipping, some impulse buyers simply click Buy it Now right away when they see a low price. Only afterwards do they realize the stupid mistake they made when they see the cost of shipping. You can actually call eBay and complain about it, at which point they may make the seller drop the cost of shipping to a reasonable amount. A stupid friend of mine made this mistake once and I told him to call eBay and complain. I can't remember what it was that he bought, but shipping was $27.95 for an item that would only cost $6 in a Flat Rate Box. When he called eBay, the seller was forced to drop the shipping cost to a reasonable price. That seller learned his lesson and I doubt he ever did it again.

trekking95 · 08-12-2012, 10:54 PM

Today the local Meijers had the new single pack MU Beast, Beta Ray Bill and Hulk.
There was a few of each actually. If anyone needs one let me know and I can get them!

Also would have had a picture but left the camera in the car.

Snailbot · 08-12-2012, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by D Day

What a d-bag

MARVEL UNIVERSE 2 PK LOT/3 TOYS R US EX WOLVIE/SHE HULK/MAGNETO/CAPPIE/SPID/RHNO | eBay

Yo, D Day, quit talkin shit about my auctions!

I joke. I would never list anything so inflated in price that no one would bid on it. If they sell it for that much though, more power to them?

D Day · 08-12-2012, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Snailbot

Yo, D Day, quit talkin shit about my auctions!

I joke. I would never list anything so inflated in price that no one would bid on it. If they sell it for that much though, more power to them?

I guess? It's still a scumbag move.

Snailbot · 08-12-2012, 11:14 PM

Perhaps. I'm putting that in my watch list to see if they sell it. Theres no way!

Jimmyo · 08-13-2012, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by LORD MARVEL

Fantastic work, When you get sick of looking at them hit me up 5 for $30

Jackieboy · 08-13-2012, 04:00 AM

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Originally Posted by shortysben

Well, I know why sellers do this ^^^.

Here is the breakdown

if you have item A on ebay for

10$ + 3$ shipping, for total of 13$ you have to pay ebay 9%, or .90

Whereas

if you have item B on ebay for

3$ + 10$ shipping, for total of 13$ you have to pay ebay 9% or .27

A little tweaking of the shipping goes a long way if you are an ebay income only person...its a nice way to stay away from ebay fees, because they cant charge ebay fees on what you charge to people to ship...

Thats why you will see the same seller has the same item, just reversed amounts for the actual price of the item, and what they charge for shipping...either way the seller sells the item for the same amount, its just the difference in what ebay takes from the item...

Hope all this made sense

Thanks for the Heads ups Bro,appreciate it.

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Originally Posted by SH0CKWAVE

LOL,that about sums it up.

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Originally Posted by 1andonly5711

i do flat rate 6$ its really 5.10$ per fig plus bubble wrap and tape when its more then 3 i charg 7$ as lot as they all can fit in the packeg because flat rate is really fast and i know people dont like to wait

Thats good shipping costs you are running 1andonly,i just get a little light headed when i see quotes of $25+ for items that cost significantly less,proteus can attest to that.

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Originally Posted by proteus

Best shipping quote iv had so far was for a single cast head.

Item price: $3.50

Shipping price to UK $37.50

Though to be fair if we're complaining about shipping BBTS are right up there as masters of daylight robbery,right alongside the GIJoe CC!!! It makes no odds to me because i just dont entertain even doing business with someone who has that kind of pricing,its their loss at the end of the day!!!

Yup,i feel your frustration mate,i remember a legit seller on amazon who had similar shipping fees.which was a shame because i would have bought lots of items from him if the shipping was reasonable.

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Originally Posted by BAD MOON

Joe Kubert R.I.P.

LEGEND

I second that thought,i loved Joe's work on the incredible hulk during the 90's and he was definitely up there with the great Jack Kirby,they may be gone but they will never be forgotten.anywhos thats my attempt at Multiquoting,big shout out to the Master of the Multiquote>>> Peter Parker

Jackieboy · 08-13-2012, 04:07 AM

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Originally Posted by LORD MARVEL

well i update my Elecskrull ..V2 with the new Dare Devil buck

before

and now V2!!

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Originally Posted by LORD MARVEL

Great work LM,cannot wait to see pics of that complete skrull invasion force you are working on.and also appreciation due to everyone who has posted pics of pick-ups and customs over the last week or so,i dont have time to quote appreciation to everyone individually but my love for your efforts and dedication to this hobby is equal and the same,keep up the good work guys.

KingLouie731 · 08-13-2012, 04:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Jackieboy

I second that thought,i loved Joe's work on the incredible hulk during the 90's and he was definitely up there with the great Jack Kirby,they may be gone but they will never be forgotten.

I don't think Joe was working on Hulk in the 90's but maybe I'm wrong. I know one of the sons did work on Hulk in the 90's though. On a positive note though just think of the legacy he leaves behind: not just a couple of talented sons but all of the folks who went through his school and his body of work alone stands up well with the likes of Kirby & Simon. Also his Hawkman is one of my favorite renderings of one of my favorite heroes

Go Marvel

The DMC · 08-13-2012, 06:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Scythe

I live in Cali, and never been there. Are the prices bullshit?

Yes, the prices are BULLSHIT!! The only reason I ever go to Frank & Sons is to get a laugh on how much they price figures at. But I really don't like going because I get pissed knowing that all the figures I've been looking for are magically all there!!

Optimus Vader · 08-13-2012, 07:37 AM

Does anyone want just the Cap figure from the new TRU Cap vs. Magneto Comic Pack? It's the same figure as the TRU light up base version (two grip hands), but in a lighter blue suit. His shield has elastic straps and the piece to snap on his wrist.

$10 shipped if anyone wants him.

ALOPEZ527 · 08-13-2012, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by gunzilla

I haven't checked yet Tuesday is my birthday so I will definitely hunt then and post my findings

thanks and happy birthday in advance in case I don't catch you tomorrow..

quinten182 · 08-13-2012, 07:39 AM

Anyone need any of the stuff in the pic below? They had a few of each of these. But that was on Friday.

Also picked up my boy Don Friday and just attaching it here for fun. ;P

shortysben · 08-13-2012, 07:44 AM

morning appreciation! oldie but goodie!

ALOPEZ527 · 08-13-2012, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by shortysben

morning appreciation! oldie but goodie!

Excellent!!

vampireheart · 08-13-2012, 08:29 AM

What is the Night Avengers comic pack that was up on TRU? Theres no description or pic and it sold out!

Jason Abbadon · 08-13-2012, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by shortysben

morning appreciation! oldie but goodie!

"We can take 'em Cable- their feet are all stuck to those stands!"
"Yeah, but their bullets aren't"
"It's okay- our healing factors will patch us up afterwards"
"What healing factor? If I had one, I wouldn't be a cyborg, you moron!"

"Sucks to be you, gramps."

LORD MARVEL · 08-13-2012, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by vampireheart

What is the Night Avengers comic pack that was up on TRU? Theres no description or pic and it sold out!

link?

jaybird7072 · 08-13-2012, 08:59 AM

Its the mandarin iron man pack. Thats toysrus way of sayin it

1andonly5711 · 08-13-2012, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Jason Abbadon

"We can take 'em Cable- their feet are all stuck to those stands!"
"Yeah, but their bullets aren't"
"It's okay- our healing factors will patch us up afterwards"
"What healing factor? If I had one, I wouldn't be a cyborg, you moron!"

"Sucks to be you, gramps."

lol

FrankCastle · 08-13-2012, 09:25 AM

Colossus pack is up. Get em why they are hot!

Marvel Comic 2 Pack Figures - Juggernaut vs Colossus - Hasbro - Toys "R" Us

08-12-2012, 09:40 PM	#35126
GERRILLIUS Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: HTX Posts: 176	Quote: Originally Posted by Scythe I live in Cali, and never been there. Are the prices bullshit? Yes and no. Some are outrageously HIGH. And some are just a little bit over retail like a local comic book shop which to me is decent. If you're able to find figures at retail that is the route to go. I'm glad i did go. It's some type of organized chaos. If you're into collectibles it's a fun place to go for a day trip if you're not from around there. Me and my bro went there just to see the hullabaloo was and i'm glad we went. __________________ BST \| Trader Feedback 1 or 2. \| F! DC Last edited by GERRILLIUS; 08-13-2012 at 08:10 AM..

08-12-2012, 10:02 PM	#35127
D Day Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Near Sacramento CA Posts: 829	Quote: Originally Posted by LORD MARVEL Great work Fernanbro Valenzuela, your talents are top notch. __________________ http://www.toyark.com/d-days-marvel-...e-b-s-t-74949/

08-12-2012, 10:05 PM	#35128
Scythe Iron Spider Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Stark Tower Posts: 1,726	Quote: Originally Posted by GERRILLIUS Yes and no. Some are outrageously HIGH. And some are just a little bit over retail like a local comic book shop which to me is decent. If you're able to find figures at retail that is the route to go. I'm glad i did go. It's some type of organized chaos. If you're into collectibles it's a fun place to go for a day trip if you're from around there. Me and my bro went there just to see the hullabaloo was and i'm glad we went. Ah, I see. The place doesn't sound like my kinda alley. I hate paying over retail for stuff and can usually find what I want at retail anyways. I go down to Tijuana for my rare gem hunts. Never know what you're gonna find, you can haggle abit and they go down in price if you buy many items from them. Four months ago my cuz and I bought two McSpideys and some DCD figures for basically alittle less than retail. __________________

08-12-2012, 10:45 PM	#35129
D Day Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Near Sacramento CA Posts: 829	What a d-bag MARVEL UNIVERSE 2 PK LOT/3 TOYS R US EX WOLVIE/SHE HULK/MAGNETO/CAPPIE/SPID/RHNO \| eBay __________________ http://www.toyark.com/d-days-marvel-...e-b-s-t-74949/

08-12-2012, 10:52 PM	#35130
WoRkAh0LiC Banned Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 628	Quote: Originally Posted by wolverine2281 as far as eBay shipping cost, a while back eBay added in the shipping costs + the auction price and now charges fees on the total shipped because of sellers doing that. I don't know why they still do it. You beat me to that lol. eBay has been doing this since last year. Final Value Fees are now based on the TOTAL price PLUS shipping cost. Before, there was no fee for shipping charges, so sellers were able to avoid paying fees by putting a huge fee for shipping an a 1 cent buy it now. eBay caught on after a very long time and decided to just screw sellers over completely. I don't think there should be fees on shipping if sellers use the ebay calculations for it - only when sellers input the dollar amount. Also, I'm fairly sure most sellers know about this already. If they don't, they're just plain stupid. The sellers that do know about it and still do it are actually being pretty slick. While eBay will still organize listings based on lowest price + shipping, some impulse buyers simply click Buy it Now right away when they see a low price. Only afterwards do they realize the stupid mistake they made when they see the cost of shipping. You can actually call eBay and complain about it, at which point they may make the seller drop the cost of shipping to a reasonable amount. A stupid friend of mine made this mistake once and I told him to call eBay and complain. I can't remember what it was that he bought, but shipping was $27.95 for an item that would only cost $6 in a Flat Rate Box. When he called eBay, the seller was forced to drop the shipping cost to a reasonable price. That seller learned his lesson and I doubt he ever did it again. Last edited by WoRkAh0LiC; 08-12-2012 at 10:58 PM..