Walmart.com Has Encore Re-Issue Transformers Available!?!
Posted by Tigertrack
Aug 21, 2007 at 6:28am CDT
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Yes, it appears to be true, but don't get too excited, the prices are a bit outrageous at $98.72 for each, except Starscream who is $79.88.
All are listed as IN STOCK even Megatron.
Here are the links:
Optimus Prime
Megatron
Starscream
Soundwave
A product description from Megatron:
Features & Specifications
Transformers Encore original style transforming robots
TRANSFORMER Megatron - G1 New PackageDesign. This 6 inches Transformer Megatron PVC figure in the alternate mode of a Walther P 38. Megatron is the Decepticon leader. This is a remake of the Original Collection piece, which are nearly impossible to find now and was one of the best selling items when the first edition came out. This revised figure features some new parts (i.e. new molds).
Shipping Weight (in pounds):
3.0
Product in Inches (L x W x H):
16.0 x 16.0 x 8.0
Assembled in Country of Origin:
USA and/or Imported
Origin of Components:
USA and/or Imported
Wal-Mart No.: 000784718"
I cannot imagine a lot of people will buy it from Walmart as you were able to get a set for less than half that amount from most online retailers.
However, many have sold out, so this option is now available.
Is this a test to see how well imported collectible toys would sell on the wholesale market? Or something else?
Let us know what you think!
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Comment by Burn
Aug 21, 2007
That product description sounds like a bad translation.
Guess Hasbro's experiment with MP Magnus must have paid off though if they're going to release the encore line in the US. Though how won't Megatron have to be modified?
Guess Hasbro's experiment with MP Magnus must have paid off though if they're going to release the encore line in the US. Though how won't Megatron have to be modified?
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Comment by Talon523
Aug 21, 2007
Thanks for the heads up. I hope they don't sell well and they roll the price back to $50. I might jump on a Megs for that.
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For that matter, how will Convoy adhere to toy safety laws with his long stacks?
Comment by Flux Convoy
Aug 21, 2007
Burn wrote:That product description sounds like a bad translation.
Guess Hasbro's experiment with MP Magnus must have paid off though if they're going to release the encore line in the US. Though how won't Megatron have to be modified?
For that matter, how will Convoy adhere to toy safety laws with his long stacks?
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Comment by upther
Aug 21, 2007
Too rich for my blood. I'd jump on Megatron if he was around $50 though.
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Well when they released Masterpiece Ultra Magnus in Australia they slapped a higher age sticker on it and pretty much marketted it towards collectors.
Perhaps they'll do the same with imported Encore.
Comment by Burn
Aug 21, 2007
Flux Convoy wrote:Burn wrote:That product description sounds like a bad translation.
Guess Hasbro's experiment with MP Magnus must have paid off though if they're going to release the encore line in the US. Though how won't Megatron have to be modified?
For that matter, how will Convoy adhere to toy safety laws with his long stacks?
Well when they released Masterpiece Ultra Magnus in Australia they slapped a higher age sticker on it and pretty much marketted it towards collectors.
Perhaps they'll do the same with imported Encore.
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Comment by zatara1701
Aug 21, 2007
BigBadToyStore still has Soundwave and Starscream in stock for HALF of what Walmart is charging... So no thanks.
Personally I think Walmart is banking on the "uneducated" newbie collectors that dont know any better. Which is sad, but business is business I guess.
Personally I think Walmart is banking on the "uneducated" newbie collectors that dont know any better. Which is sad, but business is business I guess.
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Comment by DSanza
Aug 21, 2007
How will they get around the gun toy law with this Megatron? Another orange piece?
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QFT! Can't believe that this got through without a plug.
Comment by Zeds
Aug 21, 2007
DSanza wrote:How will they get around the gun toy law with this Megatron? Another orange piece?
QFT! Can't believe that this got through without a plug.
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Comment by shortround
Aug 21, 2007
It will be intresting to see how this goes over and if they sell well enuff.
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Comment by Dr. Caelus
Aug 21, 2007
I assume the "new molding" refers to an orange safety cap.
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Comment by DevastaTTor
Aug 21, 2007
Well, considering Megatron and OP aren't available any more, this might be an option for collectors who waited too long to order before-if it's legit (which I can't see why not).
You know, on a different note, it just occured to me that, instead of potentially blowing the bank on a Classics SS, I just need to get the encore to display with the G1 MP SS I'm planning on getting when released-through Walmart no less.
You know, on a different note, it just occured to me that, instead of potentially blowing the bank on a Classics SS, I just need to get the encore to display with the G1 MP SS I'm planning on getting when released-through Walmart no less.
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Comment by Fred2012
Aug 21, 2007
omg my uncle grew up watching transformers. he saved up all his money for 6 months just to buy soundwave, he took it to soccer practice, put it in is locker, and it got stolen. now i can get one for him, he still misses it, even though he's 28...
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Comment by GetterDragun
Aug 21, 2007
Wow, someone at WalMart likes Transformers!
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Comment by lanzajr26
Aug 21, 2007
Heh, Megatron already shows as out of stock.
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Comment by dabattousai
Aug 21, 2007
Wal-Mart will soon become the Empire and will take down all other retailers and the rebels will strike back. Welcome to Market Wars!
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Comment by WhiteNoise
Aug 21, 2007
$98.00??? Are they out of thier minds? Who's buying this stuff for that kind of cash when you can buy the Takara re-issues and the several other re-issues for less?
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Comment by shakira
Aug 21, 2007
Seeing how well the Ultra Magnus thing went at WalMart I will pass. Too bad 
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Comment by Seibertron
Aug 21, 2007
That is f'ing hilarious!!! I can't believe I just saw a page reserved for the old school Walther P-38 Megatron on Walmart.com. Absolutely f'ing hilarious!
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Comment by Liege Evilmus
Aug 21, 2007
Not that they can keep stock anyway, but at that price, PASS all the way around!
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Comment by Stormrider
Aug 21, 2007
This is very interesting that Takara is getting into Hasbro's territory. Perhaps this is a sign of good things to come.
