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01-13-2021, 01:35 PM | #8001 |
That Ruined Face
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: magical mid-tn
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SWEET! When I start seeing new stuff around you it isn't long before I see them in stores here.
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01-13-2021, 01:41 PM | #8002 |
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Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: Right here, baby
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The only thing I've heard via hearsay (nothing official that I've seen) is that the demand for GI JOE Classified surpassed their expectations. The fact that it did shows how out of touch they are. And apparently it is taking them a very long time to increase production and distribution.
- No official press release/statement, but it's a little more than hearsay. There was a Hasbro focus group where this was specifically communicated. - It's a bit laughable that demand underestimation for G.I. Joe in 2020 is deemed "out of touch". There has been no major movie or TV show in about a decade. Passionate followings on niche message boards don't flag for demand. Yes, I am thrilled to support Joe and kinda happy we shocked the big corporation, but don't think they should have known ahead of time. - Increasing production/improving distribution can be difficult and time-consuming enough in a normal state. During COVID, it's that much harder. Dissatisfaction with Wave 1 decos hit in February. We're just getting repaints now. This is without mentioning the store exclusive issue, where fixed orders were likely agreed upon ahead of time. Hasbro isn't going to print more just to have on hand if Target isn't on board to buy. |
01-13-2021, 01:42 PM | #8003 |
Resident Rottweiler
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01-13-2021, 01:47 PM | #8004 |
Classified
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Seattle
Posts: 111
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If there's any other miracle Firefly or Viper discoveries, I'd absolutely love one.
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01-13-2021, 01:58 PM | #8005 |
Cobra Soldier
Join Date: Nov 2007
Posts: 49
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01-13-2021, 02:14 PM | #8006 |
Cobra Soldier
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Chicago
Posts: 8
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I would happily take a Viper or Firefly if anyone finds extras. I’ll do the same for anyone here if I get lucky and find some in the wild.
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01-13-2021, 02:14 PM | #8007 |
OG Joe Collector Since 82
Join Date: Jan 2021
Location: Northern VA
Posts: 103
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In the car. Will check who responded first and follow up!
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01-13-2021, 02:14 PM | #8008 |
Crimson Guard
Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Michigan
Posts: 2,345
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01-13-2021, 02:17 PM | #8009 |
Cobra Viper
Join Date: Jul 2020
Location: Canada
Posts: 257
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01-13-2021, 02:26 PM | #8010 |
He Who Remains
Join Date: Jun 2016
Location: Florida
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I'm not hear to defend/bootlick Hasbro, but a few points:
- No official press release/statement, but it's a little more than hearsay. There was a Hasbro focus group where this was specifically communicated. - It's a bit laughable that demand underestimation for G.I. Joe in 2020 is deemed "out of touch". There has been no major movie or TV show in about a decade. Passionate followings on niche message boards don't flag for demand. Yes, I am thrilled to support Joe and kinda happy we shocked the big corporation, but don't think they should have known ahead of time. - Increasing production/improving distribution can be difficult and time-consuming enough in a normal state. During COVID, it's that much harder. Dissatisfaction with Wave 1 decos hit in February. We're just getting repaints now. This is without mentioning the store exclusive issue, where fixed orders were likely agreed upon ahead of time. Hasbro isn't going to print more just to have on hand if Target isn't on board to buy.
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