[Dolemite]

Overall, this is a great deal for people who missed the original releases. I'd pick it up but I already have both the regular and battle-damaged figures, which brings me to a question for Trivial Psychic- the new mask is altered from the original release? The eyes look bigger to be sure, but otherwise is it that big of an deal in your opinion? I'm not sure if it would be worth the money to pick up this set and swap out the old masks for the new ones. I'm leaning towards no, because I like the additional gore on the old battle damaged mask, but I know you're a total Jason guy so I'm curious what you think.

And yeah, I have to agree, the paintjob on this one is a noticeable downgrade from the original figure. Definitely more simple and cartoony, and the gore is lessened as well. Also, having the bloody neck really makes the figure look odd when you're displaying it with the non-bloody head/mask. Like Joe said (fun photo shoot, BTW!), they should have modded the figure to allow you to swap necks somehow.

Here's a shot of my original battle-damaged version from back in the day...look at the additional/more realistic blood (especially on the mask) as well as the dirt and grime on his clothing. It looks much better. That said, however, I have to repeat that if you don't have the figures already, this new Ultimate version sure as hell beats blowing EvilBay money.