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Post by moleman on Apr 14, 2017 11:54:26 GMT -5
I got annoyed with the third guy saying that American collectors didn't know about SOC. That we think SHF Dragon ball figures are so expensive and had to really expand our minds to comprehend the cost of SOC Voltron! LOL While that guy was not specifically talking about "us gokin heads in the states" there are collectors out there who have zero clue what the SOC line is all about. I've seen it countless times on other facebook groups and other toy forums who are not used to paying a high amount of money for a figure and being highly skeptical about either SOC golion or in this case the megazord. I can't say I blame them for not knowing, but once they get it in hand they will realize why it costs so much (barring any QC issues).
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Post by S_Gokin on Apr 14, 2017 12:42:47 GMT -5
i dont blame him either, alot of guys dont know about the Japaneses super robots
awhile back i posted a photo for the KOB a dude commented "nice transformer" LOL
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Post by locidm on Apr 14, 2017 13:03:06 GMT -5
LOL. I have a small collection of robots in my work cubicle and I often get asked "are these gundams"? At least they can tell it's not transformers and realize it's Japanese in origin by referencing gundams.
Yes, I agree. For the general public and to casual toy collector, SOC is not in their radar.
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Post by TaurusOxford on Apr 14, 2017 13:07:09 GMT -5
awhile back i posted a photo for the KOB a dude commented "nice transformer" LOL Gundam fans have to deal with that nonsense all the time.
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Post by OzmaLee on Apr 14, 2017 13:21:38 GMT -5
Contemplating cancelling my HLJ order and going with a US based retailer for the sleeve. Hmm... decisions
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Post by supergetterv on Apr 14, 2017 19:00:22 GMT -5
Contemplating cancelling my HLJ order and going with a US based retailer for the sleeve. Hmm... decisions I say do it. Sleeve outer box is worth the extra.
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Post by xephon0930 on Apr 14, 2017 20:50:05 GMT -5
I just cannot wait to pay for my SoC Daizyujin. Period.
Like seriously,I hate keeping extra money only to keep myself from spending it via impulse.
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Post by tyrannozord27 on Apr 14, 2017 21:56:35 GMT -5
I just cannot wait to pay for my SoC Daizyujin. Period. Like seriously,I hate keeping extra money only to keep myself from spending it via impulse. I'll confess something. I went ahead and got two toys I've been itching to get on the meantime our dear Daizyujin gets here: the original titanus and the legacy tigerzord. It feels like forever! But I got my amazon preorder and hopefully they'll send the US version. I still think the US packaging is an actual box 😛
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Post by S_Gokin on Apr 15, 2017 8:41:43 GMT -5
I just cannot wait to pay for my SoC Daizyujin. Period. Like seriously,I hate keeping extra money only to keep myself from spending it via impulse. same case here, i keep some money locked away for figures when there is a delay in release its just setting there annoyingly i cant touch it
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Post by Coletron on Apr 15, 2017 15:27:03 GMT -5
I got annoyed with the third guy saying that American collectors didn't know about SOC. That we think SHF Dragon ball figures are so expensive and had to really expand our minds to comprehend the cost of SOC Voltron! LOL I didn't watch the video, but I don't entirely disagree with the statement that American consumers can't comprehend the cost of SOC Voltron. I'm active on Google+. There is a Power Rangers community with 3,000+ members. I've been posting pics of my vintage Sentai Gokins, along with pics and info on the upcoming SOC. It all gets a really good response. But, it seems like people are kind of shocked when they find out the cost. Ranger fans post collection pics, and a Legacy Megazord will be the centerpiece, surrounded by Funko Pops, and maybe some action figures. Today, I asked a "collector" who'd posted a pic if he was planning on getting the SOC. He replied, "Nah. I'm waiting for the Zeo stuff." I can't wait for Daizyujin. I just hope there's a market in the States. I really want the SOC line to expand here. (No offense is meant to any Power Ranger fans on this board. You guys are obviously serious collectors, and I'm glad you're here!)
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Post by SingleStack on Apr 15, 2017 18:56:26 GMT -5
Contemplating cancelling my HLJ order and going with a US based retailer for the sleeve. Hmm... decisions I say do it. Sleeve outer box is worth the extra. Does HLJ allow people to cancel their pre-orders without being blacklisted in the future? My other concern would be that I'm in Canada and the US/CAD exchange rate is horrible vs. the JPY/CAD rate. Buying from the US would probably cost me an extra $60 for the Megazord sleeve. *sigh*
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Post by f360 on Apr 15, 2017 20:46:29 GMT -5
I say do it. Sleeve outer box is worth the extra. Does HLJ allow people to cancel their pre-orders without being blacklisted in the future? My other concern would be that I'm in Canada and the US/CAD exchange rate is horrible vs. the JPY/CAD rate. Buying from the US would probably cost me an extra $60 for the Megazord sleeve. *sigh* support.hlj.com/hc/en-us/articles/201048750-Canceling-OrdersWe ask that customers place orders only for merchandise they are sure they want to buy, and keep cancellations to a minimum. If a cancellation is absolutely necessary, here's how to proceed: If your order has not yet entered payment processing, just use My Account to call up your order, and then follow the instructions on the screen. If your order has already entered payment processing, please contact our customer service team to have the order cancelled. If your order has already been paid for, the shipping process is largely automated and cannot be cancelled. Within 10 days of receiving your order, please contact our customer service team to arrange an authorized return of any unwanted items in saleable condition. Private Warehouse paid items are already paid for, so they cannot be "cancelled." These are handled instead as returns. See here for details on our Private Warehouse returns policy. While we accept customers' cancellations of all or part of their order at any time prior to payment processing, we ask that you keep cancellations to a minimum by avoiding heat-of-the-moment orders and making sure that you really want something before you click the "Add to Cart" button. Overstocks due to customer cancellations affect our ability to offer great prices, so this is in everybody's interest! We reserve the right to limit or close the accounts of customers who abuse the cancellation policy, or abandon shippable orders without submitting payment. Once an order is sent, it cannot be cancelled, although it can be returned in saleable condition.
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Post by zrli5027 on Apr 15, 2017 21:33:12 GMT -5
I have one poed at HLJ. I want to get the sleeve. Where can I find the cheapest sleeve version from NA vendor?
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Post by f360 on Apr 15, 2017 22:32:47 GMT -5
I have one poed at HLJ. I want to get the sleeve. Where can I find the cheapest sleeve version from NA vendor? You can try Eknight Media $269.99 , I pre order stuff from them before without issues, others here have purchase from them too. you are way pass the deadline so not sure if they can guarantee the item for you, but you can place a order and then contact them to ask for your chances. Normally they preorder more . If you pay with creditcard they will not charge until the item arrives and you can cancel anytime, just email them. Also if you are in California you will need to pay tax, if not you are lucky. and of course free shipping www.eknightmedia.com/mighty-morphin-power-rangers-gx-72-megazord-soul-of-chogokin-action-figure-by-bandai-tamashii-nations.html
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Post by f360 on Apr 15, 2017 22:39:03 GMT -5
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Post by zrli5027 on Apr 16, 2017 0:14:29 GMT -5
Thanks f360! Unfortunately the shipping cost to canada is brutal for both sites.
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Post by Coldbreakar on Apr 16, 2017 5:54:40 GMT -5
Now if we can get a Jet Icarus!!! More Sentai mecha in SOC Please!!! Take off! Take off! Jet Machine!
I'm Down for SOC Jet Icarus, Jet Garuda and Tetra Boy.
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Post by S_Gokin on Apr 16, 2017 12:54:33 GMT -5
from my point of view its just a box guys, i know the sleeve looks very beautiful but does it worth paying the extra cash ?
at the end its up to you
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Post by xephon0930 on Apr 16, 2017 13:25:54 GMT -5
Now if we can get a Jet Icarus!!! More Sentai mecha in SOC Please!!! Take off! Take off! Jet Machine!
I'm Down for SOC Jet Icarus, Jet Garuda and Tetra Boy.
Yeah. Jetman would be a really good candidate for the SoC treatment.
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Post by Coletron on Apr 16, 2017 14:04:13 GMT -5
I would definitely be interested in more Super Sentai SOCs.
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