‘Collecting News’ Archives
More Vintage Findings!
For the second week in a row, a TRU in my area has stocked two cases of new figures – still not nearly enough to go around, but a positive sign hopefully. The new Death Squad Commander is a fantastic figure for sure, but I missed out on Darth Malgus, and decided to [Read More]
Sponsor Update: Big Bad Toy Store
Hi – Here is a quick update about another big batch of cool new pre-orders as well as some great new arrivals from BigBadToyStore! Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later Tell a friend [Read More]
Jango LSB In Development
Sideshow Collectibles has revealed through their “Ask Sideshow” feature that the next life-size bust is none other than Jango Fett. Look for more info regarding this piece around SDCC. Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post [Read More]
Vintage Collection AT-ST Revealed!
The gang at Sandtroopers.com have revealed an upcoming K-Mart exclusive that’s sure to be popular with fans – a vintage style packaged AT-ST! This repaint of the previous Wal-Mart and Target offering has new paint deco, but appears to lack having the amazing [Read More]
Episode 345: Disney Dreams and ACME Give-aways
This week, Dan and Jerry are back to discuss all that is happening–or perhaps NOT happening at store shelves. Even though the “brick and mortars” are quiet, there is a lot of on-line news this week. Gentle Giant put three new pre-orders up and [Read More]
New Clone Wars Deluxe Sets Hitting
Upon my travels today I managed to score a couple new Clone Wars Class I/Deluxe Sets from Target. What are you finding? Let us know in our comment section for this post, in our forums or on facebook. Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this [Read More]
Ziro is Coming! Ziro is Coming!
Hasbro is officially making Ziro the Hutt! The caveat is that he’s coming as an exclusive in the Fighter Pod line. Head on over to Sandtroopers.com for a closer look at a special Fighter Pod tin set that will be exclusive to Target later this year. Sorry for getting [Read More]
Mailaway Prototype Fett Delayed
Last week, requestors for the Mailaway Prototype Boba Fett received notifications that due to the overwhelming popularity of this promotion an additional batch run of figures have to be produced in order to fulfill orders. Those that received this notification can expect to [Read More]
Deluxe Ree-Yees Mini Bust
Gentle Giant also updates announcing their Deluxe Ree-Yees mini bust is available for pre-order. This bust features a switch0ut arm allowing collectors to display the figure with or without a blaster. Head to Gentle Giant to check out the concept art and place your order. [Read More]
Jumbo Kenner Yoda Pre-Order
Here is the piece I’ve been waiting for! Gentle Giant is now taking pre-orders for their Jumbo Kenner Yoda figure! This 6″ tall figure is just like the vintage figure complete with soft goods robe, belt, cane and orange snake! As a bonus, PGM members can also [Read More]
New Vintage Figures Slowly Appearing
After an anguishing drought, TRU has started to receive shipments of new figures… as always your mileage may vary, but in these troubled times it’s a breath of fresh air to walk into a store and know there’s a chance it could be stocked with new product! [Read More]
Disney BAD Astromechs Group
Star Tours has posted on facebook an awesome shot of the some of the Droid Factory Astromechs available (starting this weekend) in Tatooine Traders at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. As you’ll see, there are some new dome sculpts in here namely the R6, R8 and R9 [Read More]
Darth Maul Returns Battle Pack Revealed
Our friends at Sandtroopers.com have posted the first look at an upcoming Sith-centric battle pack! Head on over for packaged and loose shots of the Target Exclusive Darth Maul Returns set featuring post-op Darth Maul, Savage Opress (Armored) and a Nightsister (not Mother [Read More]
Sideshow CVI Exclusive: 12″ Commander Ganch
ReedPop has announced the first (of many) store exclusives for sale at Celebration VI. First up is a 12″ Clone Commander Ganch from Sideshow Collectibles! It will be available in very limited numbers starting the first day of the show, Thursday, August 23rd. [Read More]
You’re Being Put Into Carbon-Freeze
The Official Site updates today announcing that at Star Wars Weekends at Disney Hollywood Studios fans will have the opportunity to be encased in carbonite! For the complete details on “Carbon-Freeze Me” Experience, visit StarWars.com Recommend on Facebook Tweet [Read More]
