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Ironhidensh wrote:Import. Even with shipping, it will be cheaper.
Bumblebee21 wrote:Ironhidensh wrote:Import. Even with shipping, it will be cheaper.
Also illegal
"The orange barrel plug is custom molded to meet the specifications of Megatron's barrel and cast in high quality ABS plastic. Only the rounded tip of the plug will be visible because the shaft of the plug will be inserted into the Megatron barrel and attached with adhesive. The adhesive will be applied within the barrel at a depth of around 1/2", and will not be applied to the face of the barrel. The plug extends only 1/4" (6mm) from the end of the barrel to the end of the rounded tip. The plug is under 3/4" (17mm) wide and fits perfectly with the end of the Megatron barrel.
WARNING: The MP-36 Megatron is an adult collectible toy and should not be used by children. Caution should be exercised when using this toy, and Megatron should never be used in a situation where it could be confused for a real weapon. Do not remove the blaze orange safety plug affixed to Megatron's barrel.
Due to United States Toy / Imitation Gun Laws, it is illegal for any business or individual to import the MP-36 Megatron because it does not have a blaze orange safety tip on the end of barrel. A copy of this law is listed at the end of this description. In order for BBTS to legally import this item, Megatron must be modified with ablaze orange safety tip at the end of the barrel. This orange tip is a custom made plastic plug that is attached to the end of the barrel. The tip will add between 1/4 and 1/2 inch in length to the end of the barrel and will not hinder the transformation between gun and robot.
Without this orange tip modification, US Customs may seize any incoming shipments for this item that they discover because it does not comply with US Laws, so we are providing a legal and risk-free solution to that problem.
This modification requires that all boxes will be opened, and the contents removed for modification. The factory tape seal will be cut, and some internal plastic packaging may be modified or cut. Collector's Grade packaging will not be available due to these modifications, and the normal Standard Grade description will not apply because the tape seals have been broken. We realize these modifications will slightly change the appearance of the toy, but we also realize that giving you a legal way to own this toy is much better than not owning it at all, or running the risk of US Customs seizing the item.
This is an aftermarket modification that does not involve Takara whatsoever; we initiated this modification to bring you an importable collectible. We will work to provide the highest quality plug addition that we can, but because this is not part of the original manufacturing process, it will not be perfect. This modification is done at no expense to you, we are paying all costs associated with this and passing nothing on to you other than the ultimate legal Megatron collectible."
william-james88 wrote:If it is illegal, its illegal for a US corporation to import it and distribute it (like BBTS), not an individual. The japanese stores are not under US law and thus their distribution to us does not apply. The problem here is that its a US company acting as a secondary seller. You avoid that when you import.
Emerje wrote:william-james88 wrote:If it is illegal, its illegal for a US corporation to import it and distribute it (like BBTS), not an individual. The japanese stores are not under US law and thus their distribution to us does not apply. The problem here is that its a US company acting as a secondary seller. You avoid that when you import.
Unfortunately HLJ DOES plug their toy guns. Both my MP Megatron and Encore Megatron had orange plugs on them. The MP had a rubber plug that popped right out, but the Encore had a hard plastic cap that was glued in. I don't know if they did it for the Chronicles 2-pack with DotM Megatron or not. It doesn't seem like AmiAmi or Hobby Search used plugs on their releases.
Emerje
Decepticon Stryker wrote:Yesterday I had a great idea. With a small amount of retooling (ex.:new head,remove the gun barrel, and a recolor), this would make a great Browning. Actually, it would be the best Masterpiece figure where scale is concerned, since the figure's size is also around Browning's size.
william-james88 wrote:If ever Sabrblade decides to go on vacation, I am glad to know we can rely on you.
Hellscream9999 wrote:Decepticon Stryker wrote:Yesterday I had a great idea. With a small amount of retooling (ex.:new head,remove the gun barrel, and a recolor), this would make a great Browning. Actually, it would be the best Masterpiece figure where scale is concerned, since the figure's size is also around Browning's size.
That would be way cooler, and would be a great way to get more use out of the mold
Decepticon Stryker wrote:Hellscream9999 wrote:Decepticon Stryker wrote:Yesterday I had a great idea. With a small amount of retooling (ex.:new head,remove the gun barrel, and a recolor), this would make a great Browning. Actually, it would be the best Masterpiece figure where scale is concerned, since the figure's size is also around Browning's size.
That would be way cooler, and would be a great way to get more use out of the mold
Plus it'd be the character's first figure.
chuckdawg1999 wrote:The domestic pre-order price is way to high for me, especially with the orange plug. I'll definitively look into other means.
nycPrime wrote:chuckdawg1999 wrote:The domestic pre-order price is way to high for me, especially with the orange plug. I'll definitively look into other means.
Fully agree. I think most of us here will be looking at importing it through one of the Japanese stores. Someone remind me again if those stores will be inserting an orange plug? And if not, and US Customs discover it, what happens?
william-james88 wrote:If ever Sabrblade decides to go on vacation, I am glad to know we can rely on you.
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