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Debating On Jumping Into The Sideshow G.I. Joe Line...
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01-08-2018, 02:14 PM
jacranky
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Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: New York
Posts: 52
I got into Sideshow's GI Joes several years ago (around 1-2 years of the tail-end of the run) while they were releasing new ones and while I'm sad they discontinued the line, a part of me (my wallet) is happy that they actually did stop because it was getting too addictive.
I gave myself parameters to help curb my appetite on these like only getting Cobra charactders (I felt the GI Joe characters looked a bit too generic army men) and also, tried to only get Sideshow exclusive versions where ever I could because sometimes the bonuses pieces were essential to my liking the look of the figure (like Destro's old Iron Mask and Baroness's alternate portrait) and others were just great to have at no additional cost (like Cobra Commander's gun).
Started out with Storm Shadow V2 hooded version with SS exclusive sword....
Then...
Major Bludd with SS exclusive alternate portrait...
Cobra Commander (blue helmeted version) with SS excl. pistol
Destro with SS excl. alternate Iron Mask portrait
Baroness with SS exclusive alternate portrait
Crimson Guard with SS exclusive alternate portrait
Zartan with SS excl. "Evil Duke" alternate portrait
In addition to getting these figures, after getting Cobra Commander, I even hunted down the already sold-out Cobra Throne, which I miraculously found at a local hobby toy store for a little over retail price! I was so happy to have found it in pristine condition at that price as they are only limited 750 worldwide and I wasn't going to pay $700+ for it and I had almost come to terms with the idea of never owning the Throne.
I didn't get any of the earlier figures prior to the above in the aftermarket as looking at photos online of the Cobra Troopers, etc. the clothing just didn't seemed to fit right on the figures and they really seemed like cheaper "dolls" to me. The ones I got, Sideshow somehow got the clothing right.
There were a couple of QC issues like Destro's pistol holster magnet came in the box detached or Major Bludd having two of the same hands and Sideshow was really great about replacing those things so please be sure to know exactly what you're buying in the aftermarket. A seller claiming an "unopened" box isn't necessarily a good thing as there may be issues/flaws/QC issues like the above that they aren't aware of so I think its best to have the specimen already opened and inspected, unless you're okay with taking the risk.
Otherwise, the quality of these releases are outstanding. The reason why I got so addicted to them is because the level of detail and craftmanship that went into the weapons and accessories. Truly amazing stuff and if you get into them, be forewarned that it is a slippery slope!
Good luck in your hunt!
jacranky
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