Distribution rumors - what could be next?

tko211 · Post by **tko211** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 2:01 pm

As both a Fan and the President of AREA-21 you guys know I have a foot in both pools so to speak. This means that many times I am on a need to know basis from 21st Management.

The following juicy bit of info does not fit neatly into the "need to know" box. I have heard bits and pieces and even seen some amount of evidence that could support the following:

It appears that in the next few weeks there will be some changes in distribution! Without all the boring details, what I can tell you is that the changes should impact fans from a positive perspective! I take that to mean that distribution is expected to improve.

In fact, If I am right, It looks like it will be a major announcement. I can't say anything more than that as I am going on a bit of a limb here. I don't wanna cross any lines. But if what I think is about to happen is about to happen.... Well it could mean great things for the hobby! -Just a heads up.

-TKO

kevrut · Post by **kevrut** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 2:07 pm

It's been a while since we've had some news around here.

Glad to hear it.

Thanks TKO.

Kevin.

Maybe some other stores will carry XD.

MightyMustang · Post by **MightyMustang** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 2:13 pm

Whats next? How about a B-17? Or how about BBI releasing the Hellcat? And finally how about 21st issueing a decal for the missing Old Crow name on the other side of the new Old Crow Mustang? Ok I'm getting a bit grumpy because being at work is driving me nuts! Sorry guys and sorry to TKO.

Rowsdower · Post by **Rowsdower** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 2:18 pm

Sounds great! We sure do need better distribution.

Moth · Post by **Moth** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 2:19 pm

Sounds Good

I hope 21stCT goes to TRU, I have 2 in my area

TRU should accept 21stCT's products, I remember my TRU got 20 boxes, twice, of the Meril's Marauders set and both times they sold out in a day. Glad I got one the 2nd time

Flak Happy · Post by **Flak Happy** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 2:30 pm

Hmm... all I can think of is maybe a new retailer or is WM finally making 21st stuff available online? either one would be most welcome!! with gas hitting almost 3.50/gallon

Morian Miner · Post by **Morian Miner** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 2:46 pm

Or maybe 21C will sell it online? Doubtful, because I can only see that hurting the small online retailers.

Anyways, can't wait to hear more.

tkjaer21 · Post by **tkjaer21** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 2:56 pm

I was thinking an online 21stC shop as well.

tpa05 · Post by **tpa05** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 2:57 pm

Moth got it first. My first thought is that TRU and 21 are runnin' to Las Vegas together as well. The only downside is there's no chance in hell that yer gonna find $15 Migs and Sabres come the end of January like many of us did earlier this year. Not only that, I've got to assume a price increase (even a slight one) for most of there products.

Maybe (hopefully) Target?

MIGMADMAVIS · Post by **MIGMADMAVIS** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 2:57 pm

Hopefully Target!!

vulgarvulture · Post by **vulgarvulture** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 3:04 pm

Target is an interesting suggestion. That outfit is planning on expanding dramatically in the US.

STUKA · Post by **STUKA** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 3:09 pm

Problem with Target -
Walmart tends to always undercut.
Target willcprobably attempt to sell these things full retail before putting them on heavy discount.
But Target will move through product quicker.

exether_mega · Post by **exether_mega** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 3:09 pm

will it be interesting too for us over the Pond ?

phil

tmanthegreat · Post by **tmanthegreat** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 3:13 pm

I won't bother to speculate this early and on this vague of information, but any change in the distribution over what it currently is will be greatly appreciated - by me and not my bank account

Selling at another retailer would be great, but even if it was something as simple as giving the online retailers first dibs on each new release over Wal Mart would be great!

Keep us posted.

normandy · Post by **normandy** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 3:16 pm

If 21st does start selling at TRU you know they won't be selling any GERMAN stuff.

Target

I have seen German armor and aircraft.
Anything that helps distribution will be welcomed no matter who sells it. Thanks for the heads up TKO.

STUKA · Post by **STUKA** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 3:19 pm

oh man - this could be bad for my Wallet

just yesterday I had four DAK figures and 2 black coats and could only purchase one.
I had also found some clone troopers I had been waiting for - never fails everything I look for comes out at once.

luftpanzer · Post by **luftpanzer** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 3:20 pm

Maybe the online retailers will get the new items 1st befor Walmart?

CW4USARMY · Post by **CW4USARMY** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 3:21 pm

Probably the only way 21st could improve distribution would be to start selling on-line. I dont think they can influence Walmarts distribution. I dont think selling at ToysRus will help either, their distribution sucks like Walmarts!

tosborne3 · Post by **tosborne3** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 3:39 pm

Hmmmmm, I hope Target will get in on the X/D craze, but who knows. Here in the Columbus area we only have two Toys-r-us stores and they both are

PPPPPUUUUU.........

I do hope that evil wally still carrys the line also however, because the more stores that sell them the better for us X/d aholics.

This may turn out to be greeeeaaat news. Thanks TKO,

VMF115 · Post by **VMF115** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 3:43 pm

it's an A-10, B-17G, A-6, A-4 or who knows??????/

OK TKO gives us a better clue

VMF115 · Post by **VMF115** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 3:45 pm

Walmart will sell them online is my guess.

tankduel · Post by **tankduel** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 4:38 pm

Maybe 21st will try the fan club thing again for Area 21 members, thats how I got my first few 21st cent items before they stopped selling.

USCGSARdog · Post by **USCGSARdog** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 5:35 pm

Wow.... this sounds to be pretty favorable, so far. I won't speculate as to what this news could be, but ANY improvement in 21C's distribution will be a breath of fresh air. I am not pointing the finger at 21C personally for the dismal distribution of their products, I am merely stating how hard it is for the end consumer to readily buy their product. Anything that can be done to smooth the flow of product from 21C to the collectors is a step in the right direction.

-Rob

Website · Post by **Teamski** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 6:46 pm

mmmm..... This should be interesting.

-Ski

DocTodd · Post by **DocTodd** » Mon Apr 30, 2007 6:47 pm

I sure hope they do improve distribution. It wouldn't take much to call it an improvement. I suspect WM online would be the most likely improvement but another retailer could possibly help too. Unfortunately TRU distribution is pretty suspect also, so I don't know how much that would help. Target on the other hand is pretty good with their stuff, although there could be trouble if product doesn't move well.
Todd

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Distribution rumors - what could be next?

Distribution rumors - what could be next?

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