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News Credits: 668 · Tue Oct 14, 2008 3:06 pm

Without pics, and a pricetag of $150.00, this is easily a pass for me. Then again, until Animated, I was never a big fan of the Dinobots anyway.

I'll wait for the inevitable US release. It'll take at least a year or more, but it'll be half the price, and I'll be able to pick one that looks the best, cuz lets face it...the QC's gonna be all over the map on this guy.

News Credits: 194 · Tue Oct 14, 2008 3:28 pm

Autobot032 wrote:Without pics, and a pricetag of $150.00, this is easily a pass for me. Then again, until Animated, I was never a big fan of the Dinobots anyway.

I'll wait for the inevitable US release. It'll take at least a year or more, but it'll be half the price, and I'll be able to pick one that looks the best, cuz lets face it...the QC's gonna be all over the map on this guy.

I don't think I'd call a US release inevitable. We've only seen two out of 7 MPs released over here.

Tue Oct 14, 2008 3:30 pm

RodimusConvoy13 wrote:I don't think I'd call a US release inevitable. We've only seen two out of 7 MPs released over here.

Agreed. Especially given what the price point will be.....

Tue Oct 14, 2008 3:44 pm

IMO anything other than a scaled up version of G1 Grimlock with suitably enhanced articulation and detailing will cause a lot of cancelled orders.
A War Within tank Grimlock or a more organic looking T-Rex mode could look good but so far the Masterpiece line has been about the "ultimate" evolution of the G1 toys and I'll be suprised if Takara deviate from that.

News Credits: 1 · Tue Oct 14, 2008 3:46 pm

My first preorder item from BBTS for 2009!

News Credits: 1 · Tue Oct 14, 2008 3:46 pm

Yesssssssssssssssssssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I think that's the quickest I've ever pre-ordered something as well. Can't wait to see some pics.

Today is a good day.

News Credits: 2 · Tue Oct 14, 2008 3:56 pm

tigertracks 24 wrote:
TFBuyer wrote:
Iron Prime wrote:Yes. Yes it is.

Now go to the corner and think about what you've done.

Dang. Afraid of that...

I think you might have to change your name to 'TFBuyer Sometimes'.

It will be nice when some pictures are leaked and it is indeed the best Grimlock possible!

True. With my new family budget in place now, I'm quickly becoming "TFWanter" more than anything else... :-(

News Credits: 1 · Tue Oct 14, 2008 4:05 pm

I've just noticed the weight for this guy - 7lbs!!!

Prime was about 5lbs, Megatron and Starscream around 3lbs. He's gonna cost an absolutely ridiculous amount to ship, but I think it's a good sign! :grin:

Tue Oct 14, 2008 4:54 pm

Primacron's Little Helper wrote:I've just noticed the weight for this guy - 7lbs!!!

Prime was about 5lbs, Megatron and Starscream around 3lbs. He's gonna cost an absolutely ridiculous amount to ship, but I think it's a good sign!

The extra weight would seem a good indication of the size of Grimlock being as big as we all hope.

Does anybody else think it'd be cool if Takara did a deal with the Jizaitoys people to release their Wheelie as one of Grimlock's extras?

News Credits: 1 · Tue Oct 14, 2008 5:01 pm

Must see pics....then me will hand over wallet... :lol:

News Credits: 409 · Tue Oct 14, 2008 5:09 pm

I wonder if BBTS is marking the price up too much. All the other MP's have had a suggested retail price of $110, but sell for Y8,000 in Japan.

News Credits: 3 · Tue Oct 14, 2008 6:10 pm

Counterpunch wrote:They are really pushing the price limit on a toy I only have minimal interest in.

Tell me abou it. Never been too keen on animal based Transformers, but I am still gonna pay that $150 for Masterpiece line's sake of completeness. Bah!

Tue Oct 14, 2008 6:26 pm

Masterpiece Grimlock: A Bigger version of the original G1 mold with blue color accurate eyes!

News Credits: 217 · Tue Oct 14, 2008 8:31 pm

I still don't believe this 'til I see photos.

I'm probably in denial, I really don't like Grimlock.

Roll on Masterpiece Shrapnel.

News Credits: 668 · Tue Oct 14, 2008 9:52 pm

RodimusConvoy13 wrote:
Autobot032 wrote:Without pics, and a pricetag of $150.00, this is easily a pass for me. Then again, until Animated, I was never a big fan of the Dinobots anyway.

I'll wait for the inevitable US release. It'll take at least a year or more, but it'll be half the price, and I'll be able to pick one that looks the best, cuz lets face it...the QC's gonna be all over the map on this guy.

I don't think I'd call a US release inevitable. We've only seen two out of 7 MPs released over here.

And...that doesn't change what I said.

Ultra Magnus? Repaint of Optimus. (We received that mold.)
Starscream? Repaint of the puke green original, uses the Skywarp mold. (We received it as well.)

The only Masterpiece mold we never had on these shores is Megatron.

There's no reason to believe that we wouldn't see Masterpiece Grimlock here. He's not a gun, he's not illegal, and there are a lot of Dinobot fans here. Wal-Mart or Target would probably pick him up.

That's why I say it's inevitable. Though, to be fair, anything's possible, but when you look at the overall list of Masterpieces, they're just variations of three molds. (Four, if you count repack Convoy's trailer.)

Based on past operating procedures, the sales figures, and who it is...I'm willing to bank on a domestic release. Even if he doesn't come here, I'm still not paying $150.00 for him. Not a chance.

Wed Oct 15, 2008 12:42 am

I think this is one that Hasbro will pick up. However, the US MP1s were pretty crappy, especially the DVD version, when compared to Takara's. Metal always > plastic for MPs imo, and for that alone this is worth it. 150? I'll pay that gladly for a 7 POUND Grimlock.

News Credits: 668 · Wed Oct 15, 2008 12:52 am

Bonger wrote:I think this is one that Hasbro will pick up. However, the US MP1s were pretty crappy, especially the DVD version, when compared to Takara's. Metal always > plastic for MPs imo, and for that alone this is worth it. 150? I'll pay that gladly for a 7 POUND Grimlock.

Um...the way you're making it sound, it seems like you believe the US versions don't have Die Cast. Um...they do. Prime sure does.

News Credits: 1 · Wed Oct 15, 2008 12:55 am

Waiting for pics...

News Credits: 2 · Wed Oct 15, 2008 1:22 am

I'll have to pass on this simply because of the price tag. There better be a little gold laced in that thing for the price.

:grin:

Wed Oct 15, 2008 8:20 pm

TFormers.com has pics now.
http://tformers.com/transformers-1st-lo ... /news.html

Got mine preordered.

Wed Oct 15, 2008 9:11 pm

AWESOME!

News Credits: 668 · Wed Oct 15, 2008 10:25 pm

...I'll wait for a domestic release. He's definitely not worth the money to me.

News Credits: 1082 · Thu Oct 16, 2008 4:17 am

barricade2218 wrote:TFormers.com has pics now.
http://tformers.com/transformers-1st-lo ... /news.html

Got mine preordered.

We have these too...here.

News Credits: 668 · Thu Oct 16, 2008 6:19 am

Autobot032 wrote:
RodimusConvoy13 wrote:
Autobot032 wrote:Without pics, and a pricetag of $150.00, this is easily a pass for me. Then again, until Animated, I was never a big fan of the Dinobots anyway.

I'll wait for the inevitable US release. It'll take at least a year or more, but it'll be half the price, and I'll be able to pick one that looks the best, cuz lets face it...the QC's gonna be all over the map on this guy.

I don't think I'd call a US release inevitable. We've only seen two out of 7 MPs released over here.

And...that doesn't change what I said.

Ultra Magnus? Repaint of Optimus. (We received that mold.)
Starscream? Repaint of the puke green original, uses the Skywarp mold. (We received it as well.)

The only Masterpiece mold we never had on these shores is Megatron.

There's no reason to believe that we wouldn't see Masterpiece Grimlock here. He's not a gun, he's not illegal, and there are a lot of Dinobot fans here. Wal-Mart or Target would probably pick him up.

That's why I say it's inevitable. Though, to be fair, anything's possible, but when you look at the overall list of Masterpieces, they're just variations of three molds. (Four, if you count repack Convoy's trailer.)

Based on past operating procedures, the sales figures, and who it is...I'm willing to bank on a domestic release. Even if he doesn't come here, I'm still not paying $150.00 for him. Not a chance.

Unicron.com wrote:Sabrblade asked: I’d like to know more about what else is planned to commemorate Transformers 25th Anniversary. Will there be more "completely show-accurate" versions of characters from past lines like cartoon accurate Universe Deluxe Starscream figure or other “Masterpiece” figures?

We are looking at releasing another Masterpiece figure in the US in Fall 2009, but are not ready to make an announcement yet. Also we are glad you liked the new version of Starscream. I think that we are looking at each character individually and deciding how we want to handle it. But there might be a few more suprises for you in 2009.

Found at this link: http://www.unicron.com/news_item/1501/

There's no reason to believe it couldn't be Grimlock. (though I doubt they'd push him out that soon, considering he'll be hitting Japan earlier in the year, but weirder things have happened.)

News Credits: 3 · Fri Oct 17, 2008 10:51 am

Decent news from BBTS:

Hi - We just wanted to send you a quick note letting you know the price on the MP-08 has been reduced from $149.99 to $143.99. It looks like our landed price will be a bit less than we anticipated, so we are passing those savings on to you. We have adjusted the preorder price on your account and thanks so much for buying from BBTS!

Thanks
Joel