Hey everyone,
My name is Brian Santore and I'm a part owner in the powerteamusa.com store.
I know there's been much discussion here and at other forums about the endeavor and why it is structured the way it. I'm here to clear it up and answer any questions you may have.
A couple of things:
1. We are THE online US source for the entire M&C product line. M&C is not like Hasbro & Mattel with huge distribution here in the states..they also don't have a sals force. They manufacture orders per containers once the volume is there for it. They do not mfg daily as does Habsro or other companies. Thus, you do not see the product in very many places.
2. You are seeing product in KB. This is older stock that has been in theor warehouses for years. The courts have ordered them to clear out all inventory as a result of the bankruptcy. Get it now while you can, because from we'e getting there might not be a KB this time next year. They've placed no orders with the company for any new product and they are the only retailer that caries it steadily. Walmart has declined to carry the product as has Target.
3. The reasons described above are why we creatd the store. It taks time and a learning curve folks..this isn't like ordering from an online Joe retailer that has product shipped weekly or on demand. We're working on Hong Kong's schedule here, and we're trying to show them that the market is here in the US ..that we can expand the sales and product line and bring it all here.
4. All products are sold on a pre-order basis. It ships all at one time usually per quarter. We had the shopping cart set up to accept pre-orders but were billing everyone as the order was aplced. This was a mistake as the first shipment was due to be later than expected. Thus, we refunded everyones moneyand are just about done revamping the cart to allow for preorders without being charged.
5. Yes, the entire line will be avialible for ordering..we are shooting the product to add to the site and much, much more to go. Again, please remember, M&C is not Hasbro with a huge P&R department..we're doing this all ourselves.
6. Why trust us? Who are we? We, the owners are Brian Santore (owner & originator of
www.ringofcollectors.com) and Fred Meyer (owner of
www.joebattlelines.com). Not to toot our own horns, but we've made a reputation amongst the collecting world for bringing people together to network in safe, mature environment. Our love for the toy business is what brought us together with the folks from M& C at the NY Toy Fair last year. From there on, it's been a whirlwind and we've been building the store step by step.
If you have any qustions, shoot it to my personal email listed. All you have to do is ask or read the FAQ at the site. Good things are coming..thanks for the patience and understanding.
Brian Santore
Your exclusive source for the full line of Powerteam Military, SWAT & Fire acton figures, vehicles, playsets & accesories in both 3 3/4" & 12" scale.
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www.powerteamusa.com