POST JAPANESE, MARINE AND BBI FIGURE FINDS & DISCUSSION

digger · Post by **digger** » Sun Jul 17, 2005 12:28 pm

Not sure but maybe it was just until CC is over so not to ruin 21st's party. Not the kind of thing WM could do but BC I'm sure.
Then again, that could just be me hoping they show up on the sites next week.

Dubar1 · Post by **Dubar1** » Sun Jul 17, 2005 2:20 pm

I saw a number of the Japanese and USMC figures at a VA Beach Wal-Mart today. IMO the Japanese figs heads are too small. I didn't get any so there's plenty left for anyone nearby. All less than $5 each.

Charlemagne · Post by **Charlemagne** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 8:40 pm

Has anyone living the in Tampa/Orlando area spotted anything? Nothing new in north Tampa so far.

digger · Post by **digger** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 4:25 am

I don't want to start a turf war but I've heard of some tangos spotted in central Florida. New vehicles, Japanese and new 1/6.

75th Ranger · Post by **75th Ranger** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 12:28 pm

Orlando / Kissimme
YEAH!
on new stuff!

(most of it)

FieldmarshalX · Post by **FieldmarshalX** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 4:46 pm

Hey Charlemagne try the super wally on us-19 in pinellas park.they've got the japanese in and thats all in new stuff.Little bit of a trip for you but they had a bunch.

holensock · Post by **holensock** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:30 pm

6 Walmarts in my area...not a single figure on the shelf...ANYWHERE!! AND when I tried to ask a clerk about the XD figures...I still get that 'deer in the headlights' look...All I can do is sit here and and dream...and drool about all of you who can walk into those stores and find XD on the shelves...

Morian Miner · Post by **Morian Miner** » Wed Jul 20, 2005 1:08 pm

Even though our Walmarts haven't got SQUAT!!!!! I finally got my ComicCon 6-pack of infantry. Only been able to open a couple, but the one thing I was most impressed with was to give Sgt. Kudo a helmet, so he doesn't always have to have the headband showing. Good job on the accesories, 21C.

digger · Post by **digger** » Wed Jul 20, 2005 1:37 pm

Although I have not gotten my full Army yet, thanks to a fellow board member I have gotten my hands on a set of the Japanese. Here’s a nit-picky review for those that care for that sort of thing – others can skip it and just know that they’re pretty damn sweet.

The articulation is the best yet, though not PTE by any means. Shoulder socket and swivel above the knee are the main difference. They are the sturdiest XD ever, and are more plastic than rubbery like the Marines. They can crouch and shoot so much better than the USMC. They have no markings (this may be accurate) but the uniforms are well done with folds & creases that will allow you to weather them if you want.

Packaging: my beef here was no picture of the figure from behind on the back of the card like we had with the Paras. This allowed you to see where everything should go – and there is a LOT of gear – although it can be deciphered pretty easy. Kids might get frustrated……(but we know these are not for them, hehe).
Also there are twist ties – these figures were meant for retail. Even some of the cool gear is twist tied so not to be boosted.

The figures:
The Lt.’s sword does not go in the sheeth, which would have been cool, but he is better than I expected overall. The Machine Gunner comes with ALL the cool gear, which should have been spread around a bit. He’s obviously a great figure but the Private with the sub-machine gun is my favorite thanks to a cool weapon, ‘normal’ facial expression, and overall appearance. The rifle with bayonet is lacking detail, and the guy with the mortar has no other weapon.

But he does have special boots.

I can see the mortar guy warming pegs if only because he is so limited. I would say the same of the Lt. but the whole sword thing goes a long way.

Overall, a few hiccups but VERY NICE. Possibly best figures yet imo, in a tight race with BoB Germans which still kick ass. I can’t wait to line up a few full squads.

tmanthegreat · Post by **tmanthegreat** » Wed Jul 20, 2005 1:47 pm

Glad to hear these are nice figures. Its good that 21c went ahead with them. My plan is to obtain a full set, eventually!

I'm just puzzled as to why some Wal Marts only on the east coast get these figures while others in all the other parts of the country do not. It is pretty safe to say that the new armor repaints (the M-41, Halftracks, & Sherman) have gotten to many stores across the country, but why then are the Japanese figures seeing such limited distribution?

I hope they show up at the small retailers very soon!

bluesparrow · Post by **bluesparrow** » Wed Jul 20, 2005 8:55 pm

Yeah, Walmart is odd, only one of the three within driving distance of me has the japanese figures.

75th Ranger · Post by **75th Ranger** » Wed Jul 20, 2005 9:35 pm

The japanese figures:
As you can see in my previous "Dizzy" post, I already modified and customized my Japanese figures, I have a new Lt. Kudo, and a Wanabe machinegunner and an Akasu mortar man, i switched them around.
the only draw back is that they do break like the bbi figures sometimes. I already got my first casualty, as a matter of fact "dizzy" took care of that poor bastard aand bayonet him to death, but nothing a little glue wont seal permantly...the upper leg part, feet, and hands seem to be the most fragiles right now.
Anyways take care,
HOOAH!

75th Ranger · Post by **75th Ranger** » Wed Jul 20, 2005 10:14 pm

I found the following pics and it also seems like it is really going to be August the release date for the Paras:

hope this works,
take care,
HOOAH!

75th Ranger · Post by **75th Ranger** » Wed Jul 20, 2005 10:16 pm

By the way, it seems like the Paras chute harness may be somewhat removable.
check the upper pic and the the other ones.
hopefully it is such, so thaat we can used them better.
take care,
HOOAH!

gk5717 · Post by **gk5717** » Thu Jul 21, 2005 10:44 am

This WalMart never has anything, but I was in the area and stopped buy. They must have just put a couple of boxes out and I bought all on the racks. I then enquired if they had more in the back. She then brought out 2 more boxes at which time I cherry picked just the rifleman from them.
All in all a day that reminded me of finding new XD at TRU when this series first started 5 years ago.
Gary

digger · Post by **digger** » Thu Jul 21, 2005 11:44 am

gk5717 wrote:She then brought out 2 more boxes at which time I cherry picked just the rifleman from them.
All in all a day that reminded me of finding new XD at TRU when this series first started 5 years ago.
Gary

Ah, that's a good day

I was hoping those days would return and it seems they are here. Figures, vehicles, planes all on the shelves at the same time

I'm just jealous you got your pick of 4 cases

Tinman · Post by **Tinman** » Thu Jul 21, 2005 5:04 pm

When is one of the online vendors going to have the Japanese?! WM in Upstate NY does not seem to ever get figures.

Morian Miner · Post by **Morian Miner** » Thu Jul 21, 2005 5:49 pm

I hope someone posts them soon. Save my sanity having to check all the Walmarts around here. Very surprised none of the sites have posted a preorder.

KAMIKAZE · Post by **KAMIKAZE** » Thu Jul 21, 2005 9:27 pm

Isn't it great to be young and insane? I think I'll go play with my toys.

Mark

tmanthegreat · Post by **tmanthegreat** » Fri Jul 22, 2005 11:42 am

I found the Japanese troops today in Fresno, Ca!! Darn nice figures and now my Marines have something to shoot at!

kevrut · Post by **kevrut** » Fri Jul 22, 2005 2:07 pm

I posted my Japanese fig finds on the WM thread.

digger · Post by **digger** » Sat Jul 23, 2005 6:08 pm

WOW - Just realized that the Japanese steel helmet fits over the field cap and can be worn together as in the field!

The neck sunguard looks cool with the helmet.

These guys have good potential for turning 6 guys into about 20 distinct soldiers pretty easy. Very cool.

Morian Miner · Post by **Morian Miner** » Tue Jul 26, 2005 2:19 pm

Haven't seen anyone post this, but the new BBi paratroopers are at Toys R Us. $6.99 each, they only had 4 of the 6 there. I bought a couple, but only opened one so far. The harnesses are cast on, so they don't come off. It includes instructions to take the parachute off, and fold the harness under the closed chute backpack (the one I opened - the medic - has both a closed chute backpack and open chute backpack). Otherwise, the standard BBi figure. Don't get a medic with mortar, rounds, grenade, and pistol, but his buddies will benefit from his toys. Also, with the packs and such, don't think you'll be able to use these guys for diorammas after they've parachuted in. But, considering I never found the Dusty Trails guys, glad I found these. Now, need to go outside my office and try him out

digger · Post by **digger** » Tue Jul 26, 2005 4:23 pm

Cool

Must have been the same boat as the Corsairs

And best is the price point - that I can do!

MM - you found Japanese and new Paratroopers on the PEGS in one week - things are looking good in 1:18

Do you have the skn? Thanks!

KWR190 · Post by **KWR190** » Tue Jul 26, 2005 4:25 pm

The Olympia WA WM has the Japanese figs.
Kurt

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