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Cos Nendos are cool.
Samurai_Heart
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I'm surprised those wanted Maou didn't get the Kotobukiya release of her:
http://myfigurecollection.net/item/143933
It's 24cm but it's Kotobukiya, so quality assured.
Freezasaurus
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Okay guys... I decided to go SAL Unregistered for that MegaHouse Lunamaria Hawke figure I got pre-owned for 1.4k. It knocked about 400JPY off the shipping, so I figured why not?
I've never used SAL Unregistered before. Pray for me.
I've never used SAL Unregistered before. Pray for me.
Samurai_Heart
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You make it sound like SAL unregistered is terrible, boo boo-urns you. It's good if you aren't in a rush for the figure, though expect the package from 1-4 weeks.
Freezasaurus
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The time isn't an issue, I do SAL all the time. It's just the unregistered bit I've never used before, so I don't know what to expect. It'll be nice not having to pick up something at the post office, though!
dakkumauji
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I used SAL Unregistered for my last package from AmiAmi and it came in about the same time as SAL Registered.
I just had no idea where it was the whole time so there was less tracking it every day.
I kinda regret choosing SAL Unregistered for my July order since I kinda want to know where it is right now, lol
I just had no idea where it was the whole time so there was less tracking it every day.
I kinda regret choosing SAL Unregistered for my July order since I kinda want to know where it is right now, lol
Ultimadrago
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I use SAL Unregistered all the time. Never had an issue.
Freezasaurus
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Samurai_Heart
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Ah guess registered does give peace of mind but as long as your postal service doesn't have a corrupt/thief/incompetent individuals working there it should be fine XD
Think I did tracking several times before and felt the tracking was pretty useless for SAL cause it only updates when it has entered/left the country etc, not enough updates to make it that useful =/
Think I did tracking several times before and felt the tracking was pretty useless for SAL cause it only updates when it has entered/left the country etc, not enough updates to make it that useful =/
dakkumauji
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I think the tracking is decent enough at least for me.
When it leaves Japan, when it arrives to the States, when it gets stuck in Customs and when I have to go to the post office cause it is already being delivered without me knowing.
When it leaves Japan, when it arrives to the States, when it gets stuck in Customs and when I have to go to the post office cause it is already being delivered without me knowing.
Freezasaurus
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Yeah, SAL usually does only take two weeks unless it's getting close to December/January. Then you'll be waiting about a month.
I like SAL Unregistered as I don't get so many dumb handling fees and objects stuck in customs when I use it (UK).
Ragingnight
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i just like the insurance that comes with register. un-reg means lost shit is tough luck
Freezasaurus
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Well, yes. But the fact that I'm paying about $24 here for figure AND shipping is why I went for it. If it was a 5k figure or some such I wouldn't chance it.
I've only used SAL Unregistered once or twice, and mostly that was because I wasn't aware HS offered the Registered option until afterwards [all you need to do is leave a message in the comment section and they'll add on the additional surcharge for Registered]. The package arrived perfectly fine, but I missed the option of being able to track it while en-route to me. Tracking alone is worth the extra cost to me.
The two shipping methods I use most are EMS [because of combined shipments from AmiAmi and the ones I need NOW] and Registered SAL [for the smaller items]. It's not that SAL Unregistered is unreliable, it's the same as Registered, you just don't get all of the additional perks with it.
Speaking of AmiAmi, my monthly order shipped today. I'm especially excited because it contains my Danganronpa 2 coat, as well as my Asuka [Senran Kagura]. Other than that, it's been a pretty light month, although the ones to follow look pretty brutal, even more so if you look at the video game releases scheduled for those months. ~_~
Oh, my Card Captor Sakura Collection Blu-ray shipped from Rightstuf too. The day, it keeps on giving.
The two shipping methods I use most are EMS [because of combined shipments from AmiAmi and the ones I need NOW] and Registered SAL [for the smaller items]. It's not that SAL Unregistered is unreliable, it's the same as Registered, you just don't get all of the additional perks with it.
Speaking of AmiAmi, my monthly order shipped today. I'm especially excited because it contains my Danganronpa 2 coat, as well as my Asuka [Senran Kagura]. Other than that, it's been a pretty light month, although the ones to follow look pretty brutal, even more so if you look at the video game releases scheduled for those months. ~_~
Oh, my Card Captor Sakura Collection Blu-ray shipped from Rightstuf too. The day, it keeps on giving.
And so does my wallet. ;_;
Might not get Snow Miku after all, I don't look forward to multiple character figures that much and I was going to stay out of Nendo's anyway. And that Miku that was recently posted here looks just as great to me.
Still want that Renge and Mashiro though, sigh.
Still want that Renge and Mashiro though, sigh.
Happy b-day Freezasaurus 
Giolon
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I'm surprised those wanted Maou didn't get the Kotobukiya release of her:
http://myfigurecollection.net/item/143933
It's 24cm but it's Kotobukiya, so quality assured.
I considered it, but b/c she was $80+ and EMS only so she wasn't worth that much to me. It is a gorgeous figure though.
I dont like the sculpt of this so much..
Oh. Huh. Guess I won't be getting that. 1/3 is far too fuckin' huge, and I'm sure it'd command a $300+ pricetag. I loved that show and I loved that character but I don't love it THAT much.
Also, why haven't there been ANY normal Ryuko figures/statues. They're all transformation, in her underwear, or a nendoroid.
I would buy a normal Ryuko too. Shes a cutie like that.
I'm surprised those wanted Maou didn't get the Kotobukiya release of her:
http://myfigurecollection.net/item/143933
It's 24cm but it's Kotobukiya, so quality assured.
I have her. Worth every penny. Shes gorgeous and verrrrry heavy.
All that plot weights it down huh
hold with both hands
Freezasaurus
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Razgriz-Specter
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actually seems like people are finding them in the US today.
Definitely going to need Link.
Freezasaurus
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Interestingly, Barnes & Noble carries the S.H. Figuarts Mario figures.
Giolon
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Yup, I just was looking at it more closely and the leg joints are different. Can't do all the poses that the Figurarts promo shots show.
Razgriz-Specter
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Yeah its cheaper and different, but being sold at Walmart,Target and TRU so it will be much easier for some to get their hands on at least.(especially kids)
Has anyone used Anime-Jungle? I see something I want with a B notification. It does not mention the figure being damaged, only the box. Which I am fine with. Anyone bought used from them?
EDIT: Oh well, we'll see. They don't mention the figure damaged, so I guess they are professional enough to be honest about it just being the box. Regardless I just saved 80USD because I was going to get it for much more than that. I was not really feeling that deal in the first place but I was getting a little too drawn into a figure I really liked. A wise lesson I guess, lol.
EDIT: Oh well, we'll see. They don't mention the figure damaged, so I guess they are professional enough to be honest about it just being the box. Regardless I just saved 80USD because I was going to get it for much more than that. I was not really feeling that deal in the first place but I was getting a little too drawn into a figure I really liked. A wise lesson I guess, lol.
Giolon
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Anime Jungle is legit.
Those sideshow statues always look so nice. I can never bring myself to pay that kind of price.
Ragingnight
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http://ekizo.mandarake.co.jp/shop/en/item_s-1359408.html
matabei from hyakka for 10k. Thats about 5k less than normal
matabei from hyakka for 10k. Thats about 5k less than normal
Opened with "scratches/dirt", though. :/
I'll just wait for the Master Samurai Ver. Hopefully Alter/Hobby Japan won't make her an exclusive...
Freezasaurus
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Don't worry, they will.
So do you think Range Muse is going to be out before 2015? I don't even know what's going on with her at this point.
You can't really say with Alter, but honestly...she feels like a Q1/Q2 2015 release to me. The lack of updates surrounding her isn't exactly comforting.
Freezasaurus
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You can't really say with Alter, but honestly...she feels like a Q1/Q2 2015 release to me. The lack of updates surrounding her isn't exactly comforting.
I bet it's got something to do with Japan's loli crackdown [not really but maybe]
Freezasaurus
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You making me jelly, bro. I haven't bought her yet because I'm waiting for the inevitable alternate colorway to be announced (probably at NYCC). I was never a huge fan of the green costume.
Giolon
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Mine's not arriving until Monday.
I had her shipped w/ the Harime Nui scissor blade paper knife, and that was delayed by 2 weeks.Those spiderman statues are so cool. Unfortunately very heavy and the only way I can get them here is for 300EUR each.
i have a question for any figuregaf canadians: you guys have to deal with customs right? what are the spending limits and if possible, is there a way to avoid them by going with SAL? for example i was told that SAL packages generally flow under the radar despite the declared amount in the uk
really gorgeous
Dabookerman
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A bit late, but Happy Birthday Freezasaurus! All the figures for you!
Also, as a small FYI to everyone here, selling some figs on MFC http://myfigurecollection.net/profile/Dabookerman/shop/
I'm also gonna be putting up Koto and GSC Makise Kurisu, but need to find them.. Need to take pics as there is some minor damage on the figures themselves.
How much would you guys take off for minor damage on figures?
Also, as a small FYI to everyone here, selling some figs on MFC http://myfigurecollection.net/profile/Dabookerman/shop/
I'm also gonna be putting up Koto and GSC Makise Kurisu, but need to find them.. Need to take pics as there is some minor damage on the figures themselves.
How much would you guys take off for minor damage on figures?
Dabookerman
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In need of space?
Not quite there yet... but I can see me needing space if I don't work something out >.<
These ones i've been planning to sell for a while. Tharja and Elf I have two of. Link and Arisa, I don't like them enough to want to keep.
I will be making a list of figures that I am far less fond of, and so I'll end up putting them up for sale. Problem is, I have a great fondness for most of them
Still got the big Hot Toys 89 Batmobile that needs selling. That will be a pain in the butt.
Not quite there yet... but I can see me needing space if I don't work something out >.<
These ones i've been planning to sell for a while. Tharja and Elf I have two of. Link and Arisa, I don't like them enough to want to keep.
I will be making a list of figures that I am far less fond of, and so I'll end up putting them up for sale. Problem is, I have a great fondness for most of them
Still got the big Hot Toys 89 Batmobile that needs selling. That will be a pain in the butt.
Oh good, I wouldn't had been able to ever forgive you for selling Tharja and Elf.
I would had thought that Batmobile would be an easy sale, I assumed it was very sought after?
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