Pre-Orders For New Henkei Exclusives At BBTS, And New TF Wonderfest G1 Model Kits Available

Placed a pre-order for Dirge, since he has more accurae wings than my Botcon version. Passed on Thrust I think the one I already have will most likely be more accurate. A little pricey, I may cancel if the the real pics don't live up to by expectations.

Earlier this morning I only saw the link for Dirge & Thrust. I had a little pause at $165 for both but placed the order anyways. I already have Botcon Dirge and only needed Thrust. So I am glad to see the link for Thrust only, softens the blow to the wallet a little bit. So my order for both has now been cancelled and an order for Thrust only placed. Of course that could change again if I am able to score a Botcon Thrust between now and March. I was just doing a search of completed listings on the Botcon seekers on Ebay and see that they are now a lot cheaper that they have been the past couple months. So I am a little optimistic that I'll be able to scoop one up at a reasonable price (not trying to rub it in the faces of those of you that have the GoD set. Its just Thrust is the last piece I need and he has been insanely high on Ebay lately and I paid, what I thought were, reasonable prices for Thundercracker and Dirge last summer)

March is shaping up to be an expensive month; between these and MP Grimock, my wallet is already screaming "uncle."

Anyway preordered both. I was considering selling my Botcon Thrust and Dirge (have 2), but now I don't know.. the Henkei ones are different enough that I may just keep the extra set. Plus, bad time to sell with no less than 3 Thrusts on eBay right now.

whats so differnt about these henkie figures that there over 100$ and the other henkies are the resanlbe amount right price of under 30$ at bbts?

i smell rip off once again bbts kinda reminds me of ebay sometimes and this prvoes it over 100$ for a deluxe figure

dragons wrote:whats so differnt about these henkie figures that there over 100$ and the other henkies are the resanlbe amount right price of under 30$ at bbts?

i smell rip off once again bbts kinda reminds me of ebay sometimes and this prvoes it over 100$ for a deluxe figure

These are stores exclusive in Japan like TC and SW were, thus the higher price. Not mass release.

El Duque wrote:

dragons wrote:whats so differnt about these henkie figures that there over 100$ and the other henkies are the resanlbe amount right price of under 30$ at bbts?

i smell rip off once again bbts kinda reminds me of ebay sometimes and this prvoes it over 100$ for a deluxe figure

These are stores exclusive in Japan like TC and SW were, thus the higher price. Not mass release.

BBTS also charges the falling value of the US dollar in comparison to the yen. I am guessing they will come down a bit, especially if other stores can offer them for significantly cheaper.

dragons wrote:whats so differnt about these henkie figures that there over 100$ and the other henkies are the resanlbe amount right price of under 30$ at bbts?

i smell rip off once again bbts kinda reminds me of ebay sometimes and this prvoes it over 100$ for a deluxe figure

TC and SW are not $30, though. They are running $75.00 a pop. The exchange rate is bad (Yen > Dollar), so that is making Dirge/Thrust more expensive, but it's not $15+ bad per figure.. we're talking about variances of 10 - 25 yen on the dollar here, at most. I'm sure BBTS is attempting to maximize their profit due to demand. Free Enterprise, though. $10 "discount," however, if you buy both.

Considering canadian dollar, I'll see if I can get my contact to get me a pair. I know I would be murdered.

I know people will think I'm crazy, but I'm gonna buy the Revoltech style Soundwave, Shockwave & Ultra Magnus. Not all at once mind you, Soundwave first. The money I have is just sitting in the bank, so why not spend it?

Decepticlone Soundwave wrote:I know people will think I'm crazy, but I'm gonna buy the Revoltech style Soundwave, Shockwave & Ultra Magnus. Not all at once mind you, Soundwave first. The money I have is just sitting in the bank, so why not spend it?

If you have the skills, and money, they would be really cool collectibles!

Decepticlone Soundwave wrote:I know people will think I'm crazy, but I'm gonna buy the Revoltech style Soundwave, Shockwave & Ultra Magnus. Not all at once mind you, Soundwave first. The money I have is just sitting in the bank, so why not spend it?

Yes, I think you're crazy

(j/k)

tigertracks 24 wrote:If you have the skills, and money, they would be really cool collectibles!

Well, I don't think it'll turn out like a factory finished product, but if turns out like my Animated Soundblaster, I'll be satisfied....

That's really expensive for these guys. 90+ bucks a piece with shipping-YIKES. If they would have priced these the same as the other "exclusives", I'd be in. But 10 dollars more it just pushing it for me. Robot Kingdom's about to get a new customer.

BBTS, are you listening?

Seeing as how Henkei Thundercracker and Skywarp are still in stock at BBTS, I'm going to sit on this one until I feel more comfortable making a $165 purchase.

Also, WOOHOO!

DevastaTTor wrote:That's really expensive for these guys. 90+ bucks a piece with shipping-YIKES. If they would have priced these the same as the other "exclusives", I'd be in. But 10 dollars more it just pushing it for me. Robot Kingdom's about to get a new customer.

BBTS, are you listening?

Sadly it's a sign of the times. I'm not defending what their doing, just explaining it. There's a bit of a market recession at the moment, which means more people are spending less on these sorts of items. I'm sure BBTS is feeling a bit of a pinch as well. Not to mention that unlike Thundercracker and Skywarp, additional molding was needed to complete these figures so that cost cannot just be ignored.

Also slap on the additional fees required for importing, a small percentage that you can make a profit and that's the BBTS price.

I am going to see if a local store (sells Henkei figures) will get them and see how much they will be through them.

I'm waiting on the Thrust & Dirge.

With the wing mods, I think those will be coming stateside. Possibly as a retailer exclusive or something, but I think we'll see them.

No freaking thank you! I bought 3 Acid Storms to repaint into the other 2 Rainmakers and will be buying 2 of the Universe Starscreams to repaint into Thundercracker and Skywarp cause paying $150 for the Henkei versions isn't an option. I sure as HELL am not paying $170 for a pair of deluxes. I've got all 6 of the original G1 Seekers so that's good enough for me unless Hasbro wises up and makes these available through the website or something. Those prices are laughable.

The Shockwave model is cool. Now, lets make MP Shockwave.

Stormrider wrote:The Shockwave model is cool. Now, lets make MP Shockwave.

I'd be happy with a proper Classics Shockwave

Decepticlone Soundwave wrote:I know people will think I'm crazy, but I'm gonna buy the Revoltech style Soundwave, Shockwave & Ultra Magnus. Not all at once mind you, Soundwave first. The money I have is just sitting in the bank, so why not spend it?

Soundwave and Shockwave? Did I miss something??

In response to Mkall's comment, I actually teach a finance course for a large global corporation so I understand business in today's global economy. However, in tough economic times, you've got to be sensitive to the customer lest they go somewhere else. Companies have to weigh their margins versus customer perceptions.

Not to mention, based on what we've seen for some other recent pre-orders, they are typically the most expensive. I wouldn't expect this to be any different.

I want to remain a customer of BBTS, I just don't want to feel like I'm getting ripped off.

man, i love that shockwave...i'm just not sure i love it enough to pay 160 bucks for a glorified action master.

rpetras wrote:With the wing mods, I think those will be coming stateside. Possibly as a retailer exclusive or something, but I think we'll see them.

That's what I'm hoping for really. I don't care if they'll be Dirge and Thrust. I just want those new molded wings. I'll probably still pick up the order, but I'm hoping Hasbro will make use of them somehow as Dirge n Thrust or as new characters.

BBTS is too rich for my blood.When Nov 13th rolls around and these go up for pre-order at Gambo store I will use Rinkya to get my figs.I used them to get 3 Henkei Thundercracker figs and only paid $38.00 a piece for them(shipping included).BBTS is charging $75.00 for one + shipping?No thanks. Yeah they are ripping people off there,sorry.I know they are in business to make money,and I use them frequently.......but they are more than doubling their money on these figs.I am sure they get a bulk discount which would drop the price below the $38.00 that I paid.Here is my Rinkya invoice as proof:

ORDER shipped
08/10/14 16:12shipped
08/10/14 16:12
Paid: 08/06/09 00:16 9450 / $95.45
3x 3150 $18.0
2008/05/22 14:28:58 http://www.ganbo-store.com/news/article_1501_34.jsp
Item ID:
Desc: desc: Transformers Henkei thundercracker.Blue black and silver robot/jet.This item is up for pre-order. quantity: 3 Price: 3,150 email: removed sorry guys:)
Resend Invoice

$95.45(for three figs)+ $18.00(shipping/handling)=$113.45 thats a total of $37.82 per figure shipped to my door from Japan.
Here is the link for Rinkya if any of you guys wanna try it,save some money and not feel like you just got burned!!!
http://rinkya.com/

Lol, that price is no good - I'll try and get these guys buy more direct means I think...