Columbia Sportwear has revealed this year’s collection of Star Wars gear this time, inspired by The Clone Wars. The Republic Parka ($500) is available in two colors Blue (Anakin) and White (Obi-Wan), The Ahsoka Tano Jacket ($414), The Republic Heavyweight Pullover ($140) and the Republic Ball Caps.
The Black Series Concept Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Vader set will be available for preorder on Monday, Oct 10 at 10am ET on ShopDisney.com. Thanks to GalacticFigures on IG for the alert.
Collectors have started to receive preorders for the Amazon exclusive Black Series Cad Bane (Bracca) figure from The Bad Batch – but be warned. Some collectors have reported on receiving the Obi-Wan Kenobi (Wandering Jedi) figure instead. On the flip side, collectors that did order the Wandering Obi-Wan received this Cad Bane in their shipment. Clearly a mix up and select Amazon distribution centers.
For the first time in recent memory, I’m seeing a Star Wars Hasbro wave consistently selling and then getting restocked… and selling again. Are you experiencing this in your area? And how far down the Retro Collection rabbit hole do you want to see Hasbro go?
Personal Note: I’m still just lukewarm to the Retro line. It’s a novelty to me, and I pick and choose a few figures here and there. My preference is for the standard TVC line (though I would be interested in a mid-tier line that has modern sculpts, with 10-12 pts of articulation, and a lot more variety than what is offered today). However if the Retro line continues to gain momentum, it’s hard to see Hasbro deviating from this approach anytime soon.
Hong Kong retailer Hobbybase has started to receive the Concept Series Black Series Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Vader Set that will be exclusive to ShopDisney in the U.S – hopefully within the next month.
ShopDisney Japan has posted a new DroidFactory Droid Pack from Obi-Wan Kenobi featuring R3-T2, NED-B, Viper Droid and 1-JAC. No word yet on U.S. availability. Thanks to GeorgeIsPunk for the heads-up!
Walmart exclusive Black Series 1-JAC and Purge Trooper (Phase II) have started to hit Canada in various cities. This particular store find was by Rich K. from Regina, Saskatchewan and member of the 6”Black Series Collectors ((Star Wars)) – Facebook Group
Instagram follower sandman804 send us his find of the new wave of Obi-Wan Kenobi Retro Collection figures at Target in Richmond, VA.
