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Post by B- on Aug 6, 2013 21:00:17 GMT -5
Well... I've had several issues with Anime-Export, but never ever with Nippon-Yasan. So, once again, luck of the draw, right?!!! I decided to get my Ankoku shipped SAL Registered. I'm haven't been really excited over the latest releases since the DX Scrander. I need the SRC Mazinkaiser and SRC GaoFighGar to get me back on the game... Maybe if the Toyfreakz MP Voltron turns out with no issues it may lift my spirit until then. }| You also need to know how to talk and get familiar IF you can with these sellers.ive befriended Erika Sato at Anime export and it really helps,whenever i order we small talk and she gets it out same day! Really cool person,and fun to flirt with her!haha.
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Post by erikla on Aug 6, 2013 22:32:30 GMT -5
Which of these is better? Or are they pretty much the same? Is the new one just an updated version?
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Post by chogokinsnake on Aug 7, 2013 3:20:03 GMT -5
Mine is still in 'This order has begun shipment processing' from HLJ. They are SO slow....
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Post by Chen on Aug 7, 2013 5:07:36 GMT -5
Which of these is better? Or are they pretty much the same? Is the new one just an updated version? There pretty much the same except for some detail pieces, so it's up to you which look you like better and how much your willing to pay. Obviously the latest version is the cheapest while the limited Classic TV look is still the most expensive (can't believe I had one and sold it lol )
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Post by Chen on Aug 7, 2013 5:14:58 GMT -5
nice pic Baron, as well Chen, could you guys take more pics of the Ankoku but posing a bit more? seems thats the only thing he can do XD. hmmm i though he would had more of a shinny finish, i guess they wanted to look more like in the anime then? I will when I get home from work but that is pretty much all he can do, it's literally a giant heavy diecast brick lol.
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Post by Ross McCollector on Aug 7, 2013 8:57:01 GMT -5
Mine is still in 'This order has begun shipment processing' from HLJ. They are SO slow.... I emailed HLJ yesterday, and this is what they sent me today morning: "Your order is being prepared for shipping, and will ship soon. A shipping notice with your package's EMS tracking number will be e-mailed when your package leaves our warehouse." So I answered them back saying: "Others that ordered from other stores already have the figure in their hand. I ordered EMS shipping for a reason. This is going to be the last time I deal with you. "
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Post by zman on Aug 7, 2013 9:52:08 GMT -5
I will when I get home from work but that is pretty much all he can do, it's literally a giant heavy diecast brick lol. Yep for those who don't have DaiShogun, he is one big & heavy diecast figure with limited articulation. Definitely a must have
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Post by actionawesome on Aug 7, 2013 13:07:58 GMT -5
Mine is still in 'This order has begun shipment processing' from HLJ. They are SO slow.... I emailed HLJ yesterday, and this is what they sent me today morning: "Your order is being prepared for shipping, and will ship soon. A shipping notice with your package's EMS tracking number will be e-mailed when your package leaves our warehouse." So I answered them back saying: "Others that ordered from other stores already have the figure in their hand. I ordered EMS shipping for a reason. This is going to be the last time I deal with you. " Yeah. I did EMS with AmiAmi once and had the same thing. They did not ship it for days. Then, like everything else from AmiAmi, it goes stuck in customs for another 2-3 days. My last 2 orders Registered SAL got here faster. Heck, I had a SAL order from NY get to me in 6 days. Sorry you are experiencing that
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Post by Ross McCollector on Aug 7, 2013 14:27:53 GMT -5
I emailed HLJ yesterday, and this is what they sent me today morning: "Your order is being prepared for shipping, and will ship soon. A shipping notice with your package's EMS tracking number will be e-mailed when your package leaves our warehouse." So I answered them back saying: "Others that ordered from other stores already have the figure in their hand. I ordered EMS shipping for a reason. This is going to be the last time I deal with you. " Yeah. I did EMS with AmiAmi once and had the same thing. They did not ship it for days. Then, like everything else from AmiAmi, it goes stuck in customs for another 2-3 days. My last 2 orders Registered SAL got here faster. Heck, I had a SAL order from NY get to me in 6 days. Sorry you are experiencing that That's ok man. I know everyone has different experiences with different stores. Like I always use EMS at AmiAmi (which I know it's overpriced), but I always end up getting the item within 3 days of release.
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Post by B- on Aug 7, 2013 15:45:44 GMT -5
Mine is still in 'This order has begun shipment processing' from HLJ. They are SO slow.... I emailed HLJ yesterday, and this is what they sent me today morning: "Your order is being prepared for shipping, and will ship soon. A shipping notice with your package's EMS tracking number will be e-mailed when your package leaves our warehouse." So I answered them back saying: "Others that ordered from other stores already have the figure in their hand. I ordered EMS shipping for a reason. This is going to be the last time I deal with you. " Good for you !! these companies need to know they are in competition with other stores,I look at it this way reguardless of how big the store and orders they get teh same amount of time should lapse for all delieveries.A bigger store has more employees to do those many orders,a small store less orders less employees,should be SAME time lapse. If these companies knew how much their service relies on shipping,and how much its discussed here,they should get in gear.a huge store like HLJ has no excuse. my top stores..all seeme to have the word ANIME in them!or anime sounding like AmiAmi.I WANT FAST FOOD ROBOTS!! DRIVE THRU SERVICE!!! here is where I get it!!...Oh and where I dont...... anymore!!! what are yours?? i bet some of my worst are your best and vice versa! As TMZ says luck of the draw/roll of the dice BUT I have had super service with teh below 4 stores EVERY time. TOP FOUR BEST FOR CONTINUAL GREAT SERVICE Anime Export AmiAmi Image Anime{New York} Anime King {California} WORST EVER BASED SOLELY ON FIRST AND ONLY EXPERIENCES Toys and Joys {Honolulu} TOOK A MONTH TO GET 1 ITEM!!! HLJ TOOK over a week and a half to get DX Mazinger shipped out!bad communication. Nippon Yassan Dont want to begin.But they did correct mistake after MUCH heartburn!
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Post by actionawesome on Aug 7, 2013 16:16:04 GMT -5
Yeah. I did EMS with AmiAmi once and had the same thing. They did not ship it for days. Then, like everything else from AmiAmi, it goes stuck in customs for another 2-3 days. My last 2 orders Registered SAL got here faster. Heck, I had a SAL order from NY get to me in 6 days. Sorry you are experiencing that That's ok man. I know everyone has different experiences with different stores. Like I always use EMS at AmiAmi (which I know it's overpriced), but I always end up getting the item within 3 days of release. Yeah. After that XP I decided to just do Registered SAL. That way my expectations are I will get it slower. Lately though I have been getting really random packing jobs from AmiAmi. My SRC J-Decker came with NO protective packaging inside the box. It was in a shipping box way bigger than the SRC box and it was able to just flop around in there. I have emailed AmiAmi about it and have never gotten a response. In other words...they don't care. It is what it is I guess.
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Post by greengetterguy on Aug 7, 2013 16:23:26 GMT -5
Hmm~ maybe I'll Image Anime a try next time. But Baron, if you like communication and fast ship out, stay FAR away from Anime Island (PA)... I personally am trying to veer away from Japan based store due to ongoing Fukushima mess. N.Y. is the furthest away from the "official" radiation zone and HLJ being the closest to the radiation zone..
I would order from HK directly, BUT many Ebay HK seller use ton of cheapest most toxic styrofoam coffin to pack my stuff in....What is wrong with these seller? China is already knee deep in toxic soup.. I rather have damaged toy box then expose myself and others to so much toxic styro. Does any bros know if any HK store that uses just paper packing material? I'm more incline to try HK store then..
Right now, despite the packaging fiasco, I like Amazon the best. Also if you work the "pile of loot," BBTS is not too shabby either. All the rare stuff Amazon doesn't sell like most Riobot and ET, am still willing to take a chance with NY or AmiAmi.
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Post by Chen on Aug 7, 2013 17:29:26 GMT -5
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Post by droutmaster on Aug 7, 2013 17:41:58 GMT -5
thanx Chen, that should do for me. i alwasy see this guy only in a fix position, is nice to know he can do nice poses even if its extreme like the SRC.
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Post by greengetterguy on Aug 7, 2013 17:58:41 GMT -5
He is one bad~ mother..congrats.
I tried to take photo of Gaiking, Danguard and Reideen togather. Gaiking keeps collapsing on his knees.. Chen, I used your advise on my SOC Gaiking of taking the feet apart and expose the "egg crate" and stuffing the said crate with some "cut to size about little less then 7/8 inch" toilet roll and works great. Thanks.
One more thing, where can I get your display case? I really fancy that case.
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Post by Chen on Aug 7, 2013 18:10:29 GMT -5
The woodgrain one I got at IKEA years ago I don't think they even make them anymore the rest are just from WALMART lol. But yeah IKEA is probably your best bet or a site like Craigs list has display cabinets all the time.
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Post by greengetterguy on Aug 7, 2013 18:15:34 GMT -5
Yeah, the orange ones. They look really nice... Too bad, so sad for me than.
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Post by Chen on Aug 7, 2013 18:19:01 GMT -5
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Post by actionawesome on Aug 7, 2013 18:53:47 GMT -5
Chen, I use Billy as well!
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Post by greengetterguy on Aug 7, 2013 19:05:41 GMT -5
YAY~!!!! I need to go to Ikea than. Oh and thanks.
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