ReproCops - The Police State of Star Wars Toy Collecting

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  • @retroblasting
    @retroblasting  3 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    LINK TO FULL CONVERSATIONS WITH HEINZ, FAUNTLEROY, IMPOSSIBLE BURGER, and STEVE-DAVE: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-i5rpztz1MTgGhKzKHD0wG01VfOMMyMj?usp=sharing

    • @SolosCargoHold
      @SolosCargoHold 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@secretdestroyer33 really appreciate this comment AA. This video was pointed out to me by someone who recognised my logo and lower half of my twitter handle. I've asked for the video to be taken down on those grounds. I'm really disappointed that my private discussion with him has been made public. The video takes my comments out of context and makes false claims.

    • @SolosCargoHold
      @SolosCargoHold 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dennyking the fact you think I'm some part of a brigade just goes to show how far this video has mislead you.

    • @rhettgenung1223
      @rhettgenung1223 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Michael, move forward. Turn off all of your social media and do what you and your team do BEST, make incredible Vintage Toy videos. Time is short...

    • @SolosCargoHold
      @SolosCargoHold 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dennyking I don't want to click on the video and give him another view but I think I'm at the end. Also the bottom right script. I would like to know who he thinks I'm spying for and to what end 🤷‍♂️

    • @kaijukidsam
      @kaijukidsam 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@secretdestroyer33 Ha, wow, what an absolute lack of self awareness, man. "Militant pro repro stance". Using the word nazi like a 10 year old in a comment section. How absolutely childish are YOU? This is why his video was justified, the fact that this "issue" is even at this level shows how pathetic some in the toy collecting community truly are.

  • @J-T-A
    @J-T-A 3 ปีที่แล้ว +254

    ReproCop! What are your prime directives?
    1. Serve my financial interests
    2. Protect the price guide values
    3. Keep the gate
    4. (Classified)

    • @creasybear31
      @creasybear31 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Brilliant! 🤣🤣👍

    • @Tim85-y2q
      @Tim85-y2q 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The first two aren't illegitimate concerns in a collectible market IMHO.

    • @SFforlife
      @SFforlife 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I’d buy that for a dollar!!

    • @pelicanphuucker4life
      @pelicanphuucker4life 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      4. (Classified) FOIA GRANTED 4. To lose virginity
      I am sorry ReproCop, your model is incapable of downloading necessary software needed to attempt engagement. If you were to somehow overcome your limited processor by overriding your programmed "simple nature" you're also lacking in necessary hardware to perform this action. Again, I say ReproCop do not attempt to move forward with this objective....the greater odds are you'll short circuit your memory cpu and reboot only to be permanently stuck in a state of adolescence. I repeat ABORT MISSION and DISABLE OBJECTIVE!

    • @falleneldor
      @falleneldor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@SFforlife not if they have anything to say about it hahah.

  • @davidh4548
    @davidh4548 3 ปีที่แล้ว +239

    How many people came to see the comments as much as Michael's incredibly well collected views?

    • @bluehero-96
      @bluehero-96 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes.

    • @troubledturtle2332
      @troubledturtle2332 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I did

    • @RadRat1138
      @RadRat1138 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      His scripts are fine but he reads them in a very monotone manner lol.

  • @mattdawg83686
    @mattdawg83686 3 ปีที่แล้ว +311

    I’m glad you’re putting these fools on blast and holding them accountable for their fuckery.

    • @JONNYSORENSEN_AU
      @JONNYSORENSEN_AU 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      At least some of the nonsense appears to be mental illness. I dont know how else to explain such bizarre behavior

    • @wiibrockster
      @wiibrockster 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@JONNYSORENSEN_AU Spoiled as kids?

    • @CloneShockTrooper
      @CloneShockTrooper 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well said! :-D

  • @dante001ish
    @dante001ish 3 ปีที่แล้ว +162

    I asked my vintage Jawa if he minded having a Repro weapon, He said "No Fracks given at least I can shoot droids again"........Ootini.

    • @RiFFxxx
      @RiFFxxx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Lies! No Jawa would be seen dead with a Repro "Utinni"

    • @dante001ish
      @dante001ish 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@RiFFxxx I stole it...Ootini

    • @scockery
      @scockery 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      But the 40 year old plastic originals were made from MAGIC. Apparently.

    • @dante001ish
      @dante001ish 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@scockery Hokey religions & ancient weapons are no match for a.........You know the rest.....Ootini.

    • @erikrungemadsen2081
      @erikrungemadsen2081 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@dante001ish no match for a cool vinyl cape

  • @aegonthedragon7303
    @aegonthedragon7303 3 ปีที่แล้ว +250

    My take: repros are a necessary evil for most of us. I can’t justify spending 70 bucks on chin guns for my AT-AT when high quality repros exist for 20 bucks, same with weapons. At the end of the day, all of this is plastic that we save because we love them for what they are. The anti-repro crowd makes no sense. Is there suddenly an intrinsic meaning to plastic? I missed Kenner by about 25 years so I have no connection at all. I just like the toys and how they look/their historical aspect and thus Ill do what I can do to fix them up. The toys themselves don’t have meaning, but rather the memories we create with them.

    • @travelswithjasonf1463
      @travelswithjasonf1463 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I agreed with you 💯 cent

    • @jedipoodoo
      @jedipoodoo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You are absolutely correct.

    • @MonkeyboysToys
      @MonkeyboysToys 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep. What he said. 👍

    • @Tim85-y2q
      @Tim85-y2q 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It comes down to the fact that many of those repros are not readily distinguishable from the original, which in turn makes it possible for people to attempt to pass them off as the genuine article. Regardless of your stance on repros, it should at least be obvious why that's controversial when there's a significant price differential between the genuine article and the reproduction items.
      Personally, I think most collectors just want repros for personal collection use, but that doesn't mean there aren't legitimate issues involved that merit consideration.

    • @Tim85-y2q
      @Tim85-y2q 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @Maximillian Wylde Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying it doesn't or that Michael is necessarily wrong that some of the people involved can be problematic in various ways, just that I don't think you can discount out of hand the fact that there are legitimate and reasonable concerns when it comes to reproductions in any collectibles market. My dad used to deal in antiques and I can tell you that very similar issues come up all the time in a variety of fields besides toys.

  • @roguetrooper5288
    @roguetrooper5288 3 ปีที่แล้ว +124

    Doctor: "Mr Baby Huey, your heart has failed and we don't have any donors, the only other option is an artificial heart."
    Baby Huey: "NO REPRO!!!"

    • @johncaulfield8935
      @johncaulfield8935 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Narrator: “Baby Huey then died a few days later.”

    • @roguetrooper5288
      @roguetrooper5288 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@johncaulfield8935 "And everybody with their repro hearts lived happily ever after..."

    • @BubblesTheBard
      @BubblesTheBard 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Pffft. Nice.

  • @brycevo
    @brycevo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +128

    Replicas and reproductions are needed in any and all fandoms. Things break, get lost, and some things are never sold to the fans. So we could really use any and all means of getting our hands the products of our focus

    • @RoseWaltz
      @RoseWaltz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      it also helps the crafting community!
      i made earrings for a friend from reproduction She-Ra swords - no way was i going to use the real thing

    • @mr.handsomeb.wonderful8586
      @mr.handsomeb.wonderful8586 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Well said!

  • @BanazirGalpsi1968
    @BanazirGalpsi1968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    Mego was raised from the dead by A REPORDUCTION TOY MAKER. The repos were so good that the original maker was convinced to hire him as a partner in bringing his company back to life

    • @BubblesTheBard
      @BubblesTheBard 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Whoa, for real? That's awesome!

  • @joesanroman249
    @joesanroman249 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    If ‘Baby Huey’ is who I think it is, then I spent money at his establishment. I’ve even considered getting in touch with him about getting a Star Destroyer or a Death Star. I won’t be going through him. You didn’t explicitly share his identity, so I will respect that and just be careful who I deal with. Great video as always. And I fully agree. I feel that hoarding figures is more damaging than repro ever could be. Army building troops, officers and other generic characters is one thing, but who needs 30 Yak Faces? The prices are ridiculous for any weapon and people think they have gold when they find out something they are trying to sell happens to be Star Wars. The hoarders and uneducated hurt the hobby more than anything else.

  • @NewbombTurk.
    @NewbombTurk. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Being close to 50 yrs old, myself and friends had a lot of the Star Wars line of toys as kids. I don't currently collect them, because I moved on to full size collecting (classic cars). When you stated that these individuals stated they were against repro parts for classic cars, I about lost my sh*t. If the automotive community felt the same way, there would be far fewer cars to be able to enjoy. Hell, SEMA wouldn't exit in the capacity it does today, and hundreds of thousands of jobs would be non-existent. I might as well crush my '66 Mustang project since it wouldn't be the same with repro parts....(obvious sarcasm). To me, they aren't even collectors, they're just businessmen chasing a buck.

    • @KahlessTheUnforgettable
      @KahlessTheUnforgettable 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I used to spend quite a bit on classic cars myself; but I got the 8 I wanted, just how I wanted and moved on to true ‘BD Energy’ collecting: WWII fighter planes.

    • @turtleanton6539
      @turtleanton6539 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Awesome

  • @NeverEnuffAmmo
    @NeverEnuffAmmo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    Ya know, I gotta be honest, I have never had any issues with anti-repro types bothering me or anyone I know about anything, but this was a well needed video because anyone who is trying to shit on other collectors needs to be called out ......... They are intentionally trying to ruin the enjoyment of others simply for personal gain ...... this to me signifies that they are not collectors, but parasites trying to feed on real collectors ....... but because they don't have the talent to provide a valuable service (like being able to create products that have been lost over time that collectors now want reproductions of to make their collecting experience complete), they have to attack others who are adding to many collectors enjoyment of the hobby ...... they are simply human garbage

    • @JONNYSORENSEN_AU
      @JONNYSORENSEN_AU 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Dont forget that the sellers of the One true toy to rule them all artificially drive up the prices of their own inventories through these underhanded tactics, on top of the abuse to people and their bizarre bullish bullshit behavior

    • @RocketPunchHero1
      @RocketPunchHero1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thank you. Finally... A fan who gets it.

  • @kevinthomas4239
    @kevinthomas4239 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    If I needed someone to back me in verbal fight I'd pick Michael. Physical fight, Tony from Analog Toys.

    • @AnalogToys
      @AnalogToys 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      (cracks knuckles) just say the word!

    • @patrickwaldron4091
      @patrickwaldron4091 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Most definitely,Tony looks like he'd eat your liver and Michael would be able to make you apologise

  • @ascensionindustries9631
    @ascensionindustries9631 3 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    It's easy to tell people their Stormtroopers shouldn't get blasters when you're the one hoarding all the originals.

  • @ccarlton6790
    @ccarlton6790 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    If you care more about the monetary value of your toys, you are a "speculator," not a collector. I don't buy figures with the thought that they will be worth more in the future.

    • @jthom0027
      @jthom0027 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I believe that you can be both a speculator and a collector. The issue with the assholes discussed in this video is they are simply speculators. They have no actual love for the items or they would be willing to share the love with everyone...including people that need repro parts to "complete" a figure. They are simply gatekeepers making sure that their investments stay strong.

  • @AnalogToys
    @AnalogToys 3 ปีที่แล้ว +158

    Here comes the Boom!!!

    • @georgeaitken2719
      @georgeaitken2719 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      It’s about time someone said something

    • @AnalogToys
      @AnalogToys 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@nickk5263 and here you are bitching about Michael. don't you have something better to do?

    • @wolfydoes
      @wolfydoes 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Buy million token!

    • @AniW2x4
      @AniW2x4 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did somebody say BOOM?!

    • @Ascension-Angel
      @Ascension-Angel ปีที่แล้ว

      KABOOOOOOOM!!!!!!!!!

  • @bikerscout7467
    @bikerscout7467 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Alarm bells started to ring for me after joining one such group earlier this year, I made the 'unforgiveable sin' of posting a custom of a vintage star wars figure on their FB forum! LOL Now remember, as you said, these figures were produced in their millions. The figures I customised were beaten up, yellowed and missing fingers: ROTJ Skiff Guards not a Yak face or Blue Snaggletooth. The abusive memes and comments that followed in the minutes of the post going up were unbeliveable! Now fair enough, I had failed to read the small print in their rules, but instead of reigning in the abuse, the moderator piled on with a comment of: 'we do not permit the uploading of images of customised figures on this group'. Apparently, encouraging vintage customs is a big no no, yet abusing and harrasing people for doing so is just fine and can go on without any problem from the moderators!!!! A very warped mindset to say the least!

    • @justinthomas7222
      @justinthomas7222 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Well, "community standards," you know... Can definitely tell what people value.

    • @scockery
      @scockery 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Nerds with moderator power. People who never had power in their lives when given it, even (or especially) over "their own", turn into dicks.

  • @kongokevful
    @kongokevful 3 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    I lost a majority of my Star Wars weapons playing with my figures so if I need weapons, I'll order a repo. If selling vintage kenner Star Wars, I think the buyer should be told. I have no intent of selling my vintage Kenner. That's my childhood. I'm currently collecting The Vintage Collection because of my childhood. Repo weapons? Absolutely. My vintage figures need them to "feel" complete.

    • @hommedammn7132
      @hommedammn7132 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Lots of Repro in my collection. I leave my collection out to be touched, talked about, and played with. When I die my stuff will likely get sold; I doubt my family or whoever sells it will go through the lengths to even know what’s Repro and what’s not. If the future market for vintage Star Wars toys ends up being cheaper for everyone who wants it because of Repro, then that sounds awesome to me. Awesome toys for awesome kids is a better legacy than some old fart’s “investment collection.”

    • @namelessjedi2242
      @namelessjedi2242 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yep. It’s not my fault some people chose action figures as their financial investment. I just want to have fun with toys.

    • @kongokevful
      @kongokevful 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@namelessjedi2242 I definitely had fun with mine. Being an Adult, I'd like to have them complete. If i have to buy a repo weapon just so Han can have his blaster or Luke's lightsaber so be it. It doesn't have to be certified vintage for me.

  • @LondHo
    @LondHo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    When someone says “it’s not about the money,” yeah, no it’s totally all about the money.

    • @brianartillery
      @brianartillery 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      It's a similar kind of mentality as that bloke in the pub who starts a bigoted rant off with: "I'm not a racist, but..."

    • @yellowpete79
      @yellowpete79 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      haha my workplace said that before firing people and cutting our hours.

    • @burntvirtue
      @burntvirtue 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's about the money when sellers lie about accessories being original when they post something for profit.

  • @Sano1970
    @Sano1970 3 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    Michael, we’ve discussed this subject. Repro Star Wars toys are a frustration in the community, there’s no doubt about that. Another frustration is elitist mentality and the inflated ego some possess. Your video is an eye opener to the players in these circles. Some I considered up and up people. The constant jockeying for position of top Star Wars virtue signaler to the cause is laughable. I’ve seen and read the intimidation first hand. If you’re not in, you’re out. Gate keepers, the lot of them. What a dumb hill to die on.

    • @AnalogToys
      @AnalogToys 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      hear! hear!

    • @alexandremilliard4726
      @alexandremilliard4726 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      When you bought a vintage figure you don t want it to decrease in value because other options are available.... personnaly i prefer modern stuff it looks better most of the time... as long as you know what you bought it s ok for me

  • @impossiblepie
    @impossiblepie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I'll make this clear, I'm not related to impossible burger. Great video Michael.

  • @bobahicks
    @bobahicks 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    On the first day of Repro-Cop training they take you and the other recruits into a big room and pass around repro items for you to smell and taste so you know what to look for when you start walking the beat. I love Repros, customs, reissues etc. Long live Stan Solo. Long live the Black Major!

    • @rebelscum5590
      @rebelscum5590 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      C3p0

    • @cult_of_odin
      @cult_of_odin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I bet those weirdos shove original figure lights sabers up their urethra as a form of worship to the gods of non-repro

  • @darth-loser
    @darth-loser 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    It's funny how toy collecting is becoming The Tiger King.

    • @grahamclews1571
      @grahamclews1571 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ha ha! So true

    • @seanpaullowery
      @seanpaullowery 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Right?! Come for the fun toy talk. Leave for the crushing narcissism.

    • @V2011F
      @V2011F 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Baby huey worked with Carol Baskins

    • @TeddXplosion
      @TeddXplosion 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm not a Star Wars collector but a toy collector nonetheless. I got out the game years ago because of lame elitist garbage like this. The cosplay community deals with the same trash.

    • @wiictvchannel1112
      @wiictvchannel1112 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think it's been like that for awhile now especially if you're part of facebook groups or forums.

  • @ashleytaylor383
    @ashleytaylor383 3 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Well done on calling these groups out on their elitist nonsense. A big thumbs up from me to yourself, Chris Smith and Toy Polloi. You have all helped to make a very challenging year a little brighter. Happy New Year to all!

    • @BryantheArchivist
      @BryantheArchivist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh gosh you should see the neca groups after the last vid. Criticism doesnt exist in a hive mind.

  • @kennylong653
    @kennylong653 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Right on Michael! Another repro that a lot of fans need to fix their own personal collections like mine are stickers. Those are IMPOSSIBLE to find without repro makers. Thank the Lord for repro makers because I have a chance of fixing up my collection. There is no way I can afford original stuff at those prices they are asking. Anti-Repro people GET A FREAKING LIFE! Great job Michael and Retroblasting :-)

    • @spacedinosaur8733
      @spacedinosaur8733 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh god...the stickers....I loved/hated the stickers

  • @crushingalldeceivers
    @crushingalldeceivers 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    This is why I belong to zero and post in zero toy groups, i'm just a private collector that watches retroblasting, analog toys, formbx257 and toy polloi.

    • @a.rheser8181
      @a.rheser8181 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same here.

    • @rockcatinc.4814
      @rockcatinc.4814 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same. We should start our own fraternity! Lol

    • @crushingalldeceivers
      @crushingalldeceivers 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@rockcatinc.4814 Absolutely, we can go old school and do a forum.

    • @rockcatinc.4814
      @rockcatinc.4814 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@crushingalldeceivers haha. Yeah we will show them!

    • @TheDarthranc0r
      @TheDarthranc0r 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same

  • @OpenMawProductions
    @OpenMawProductions 3 ปีที่แล้ว +165

    I'm 40 minutes into this...
    You know? With all due respect to everyone... Fuck these people. From now on, I'll buy nothing but Repro and be absolutely happy.
    People can collect how they want.
    Seriously, the bullying, the harassment, the threats of litigation. That is absolute bullshit.
    Here's the thing, somewhere back in the big bang that triggered these groups to exist was a nugget of truth. The concern over repros and legitimate vintage parts being indistinguishable. I can get behind that. I can totally understand it. (Though, if you're someone like me and you don't care if it's actually 1:1 accurate, and just a good display piece, then it doesn't actually matter at all.)
    If they want to blame anyone they need to blame themselves. A Star Wars action figure from the 1970s is not worth hundreds of dollars. It's just not. Unless it was my personal original Luke or Han from when I was a kid, it is worth no more than retail price. In my view. Price gouging has made repros necessary. The sheer volume of lost parts has made repros necessary.
    Michael, I've followed your content for many years now. You've always been entertaining, detailed, articulate, open, honest, and always shown us the books. I can find no fault in your points, and what you've presented here today from these people is, truly, sickening. You, Stan Solo, and all the rest, do not deserve these attacks on your character, the threats, and most importantly, the wasted time.
    Here's to a Happy New Year.

    • @mikesmith2718
      @mikesmith2718 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      This is what's mind blowing to me. I hate repro but it doesnt bother me that you want to buy it . That's just fine collect how you want and what makes you feel good . I dont know why people cant just chill.

    • @spacedinosaur8733
      @spacedinosaur8733 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I agree, I'd seriously consider giving my right arm if I could get my original collection back (I gave it to some 2ndcousin or some such in HS because I was too "grown up"...and he probably didn't even respect them anyway)

    • @bikerscout7467
      @bikerscout7467 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Agreed! What the minions of these groups don't seem to understand is that they themselves are responsible for the repro market going from strenghth to strength! They buy and sell Star Wars Toys for ridiculous money which prices most other collectors out of the market. No wonder there is a demand for repro! At the end of the day it is up to the individual how and what to collect regardless of your view on repro. Dictating, bullying and harassing people who don't collect what you would like them to collect is completely unacceptable!

    • @anthonydeleon7614
      @anthonydeleon7614 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      FUCKING THIS

    • @jean-paulaudette9246
      @jean-paulaudette9246 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I dunno, pal... "From now on, I'll buy nothing but repro" kind of sounds like you're modifying your inclination, in response to them. Don't give them the power to influence you in any way, is my reaction. Collect how you would, regardless of them.

  • @ShryStar
    @ShryStar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    “The pro-repro side is a pathway to many products some consider to be...unoriginal.”

    • @V2011F
      @V2011F 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Is it possible to buy these things?

    • @johncaulfield8935
      @johncaulfield8935 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@V2011F Not from an anti-repro group

  • @Ponce2170
    @Ponce2170 3 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    Not all heroes wear capes. But I bet Michael does!

    • @TenkoVA
      @TenkoVA 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      He has a Cape for his Cape

    • @KnickKnacksPlasticPlanet
      @KnickKnacksPlasticPlanet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      ...and its repro vinyl one! 😁

    • @kibagami74
      @kibagami74 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He in fact has a very nice Superman cape and has been known to wear it.

  • @BeltMarkBill
    @BeltMarkBill 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Amen Michael... Well said. I took myself out of several "Live and let live" groups. When I was actually told who to associate with...I was done. That is not community...it is control. I have no enemies list....nor do I ever want one. I just collect.

  • @skabcat242
    @skabcat242 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    I didn't think there would be one last video for 2020. This was good.

  • @mandofoe7447
    @mandofoe7447 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Everyday I’m reminded how great it is to have no presence on social media. We’ve invented a whole new way to torture each other on a daily basis. I’m a toy collector too but I’ve never heard of or belong to any of these groups...sounds like it’s a good thing. I go on eBay or to my local vintage toy shops or toy shows and buy the toys I want. I watch toy polloi or your channel to learn how to fix them and that’s pretty much it. It’s sad that like Jacob Marley you’re chained to the internet for your career. So I want to say thanks Michael for all the great content. I wish you guys the best in 2021.

  • @MidnightsEdgeAfterDark
    @MidnightsEdgeAfterDark 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Gonna need some popcorn for this one

  • @Tinytraveler
    @Tinytraveler ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I can barely sit through 50 minutes of modern day films, this was a rollercoaster. Great video, really liked it! I'm sorry this kinda crap exists, fight the good fight mate!

  • @erickavery1
    @erickavery1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Im a long time transformer collector and I just...I can't believe people would act like this. Why would you not want more people to love what you love? If you're not fraudulently claiming the repros are original and selling them for exorbitant prices what does it matter?

    • @BubblesTheBard
      @BubblesTheBard 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm in the same boat, chief. I'm on the hunt for a new blaster and stickers for my G1 Astrotrain and an arm for my Brawn, and everyone I've asked has been super helpful.

  • @skookumtrooper8086
    @skookumtrooper8086 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I have no problem with reproduction as long as a seller or owner is honest about it.

  • @mathieu4204
    @mathieu4204 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Death treats about repro accessories? The world is messed up indeed. Will they try to go after Hasbro since they entered the repro business or will they simply bully the small toy makers and fans?
    I think that repro can be a fun/cheaper way to complete a figure for the casual collector. As long as there's no deception, I'm all for it.
    Of course, for some, toy collecting is their retirement fund/life investment so I can see why they would go nuts about repros even though it doesn't justify attacking other collectors.
    Toy collecting should be fun. IT'S TOY COLLECTING! Little plastic dudes to create stories or remind you of the time when you used to set them up to create stories.

    • @Clay3613
      @Clay3613 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Probably the same people who send death threats over not liking a movie because the old hero they grew up with didn't turn out how "they" wanted.

    • @MikeTaylorLives
      @MikeTaylorLives 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Clay3613 Ya gotta wonder at the overlap between the two groups, don't you?

    • @scockery
      @scockery 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh, back in like 1996-97 some people had shit fits when Hasbro made a 4 pack of vintage style Star Wars figures.
      Anyone hoping to retire on vintage toys is a fool if not an IDIOT. They should sell them off and invest in stock and things. I can tell you I've been to a few garage sales where there's NASCAR stuff that some guy bought as an investment and now they cannot give it away for less than original retail. Oh, of course, BEANIE BABIES is another big example.
      It also reminds me of model train stuff. Those train people are dying off, and so where you used to be able to unload used model train stuff now there's a lot less buyers. Action figures will probably go the same way. Modern kids grow out of traditional toys at age 6. They are unlikely to grow up and be shelling out $80 for a teeny piece of plastic that was made 35 years before they were born.

    • @MikeTaylorLives
      @MikeTaylorLives 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@scockery And that's despite the figures having noticeable differences from the originals.

  • @kenking3587
    @kenking3587 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I'm not a toy collector. Just a Retroblasting fan. I had no idea this kind of thing even existed. I am shocked and sad.

  • @eaksgeeks8674
    @eaksgeeks8674 3 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    Death threats because of Star Wars toys how is this fucking possible 😂 Michael I need your DeLorean so I can go back to 1996.

    • @noneed4me2n7
      @noneed4me2n7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Man 96 was a good year. I think the nineties set up false hope of a great future sadly.

    • @TheMattwolf
      @TheMattwolf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Or go back to 1979 and clean out the shelves for 40 bucks!

    • @dougknoth9996
      @dougknoth9996 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They use repro bullets in their repro guns, so death threats are a moot point.

    • @georgeaitken2719
      @georgeaitken2719 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I’d go back to 84 myself and take a ton of roboskulls

    • @davidmarsh6656
      @davidmarsh6656 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@noneed4me2n7 plus the end of history.

  • @rockcatinc.4814
    @rockcatinc.4814 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Jeez man. We are grown ass men that collect toys for FUN!!!!! We buy plastic time capsules that remind us of fun times and make us smile. Some people are taking this way too far. Thanks Michael for the video. Always enjoy your content.

  • @lofiwire7917
    @lofiwire7917 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I was kicked out of a Facebook Star Wars Group for suggesting some one buy a repro Leia blaster instead of paying $90 for an original. Some one in the group also demanded to see pictures of my collection.

    • @reccesam7799
      @reccesam7799 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I hope you told them to get bent.

    • @JONNYSORENSEN_AU
      @JONNYSORENSEN_AU 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I sure hope you gave idiotic strangers photos of your toys after they treated you poorly. I mean why would you not! 😛

    • @lofiwire7917
      @lofiwire7917 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@JONNYSORENSEN_AU I'm only guessing they wanted to belittle my collection and rate my true fandomness ... but yeah screw em. Didnt give em shit.

  • @jasontran6265
    @jasontran6265 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    The positive about this is they have a miserable life fighting all the time about a piece of plastic. I love toys but I enjoy a peaceful surrounding more.

    • @evertonporter7887
      @evertonporter7887 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Toys are for kids, not grown ups.

    • @FP194
      @FP194 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@evertonporter7887
      That’s the way it used to be until people started selling these toys for big money to people dumb enough to pay for them

    • @eliasripley2357
      @eliasripley2357 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Life's too short, isn't it? These people are apparently "grown-ups"... At least Mike's well-spoken and reasonable throughout these shenanigans. Likely the only one with an actual wife. So pointless. Toys. TOYS...

  • @georgesleeth1157
    @georgesleeth1157 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I mean when i was a kid I'd use weapons from everything for my toys a toy store near my house used to give you a weapon with all the loose figures there so i had power rangers with MOTU swords and 90s and 70s star wars figures sharing weapons it was great and i didn't care it was fun didn't matter if they didn't match

    • @80sfreak42
      @80sfreak42 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're 80s...love it

  • @splodge71
    @splodge71 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I've been a toy collector all my life,I'm 50 next year,i still have all the original toys i bought and were bought for me from the 70s and 80s,including to my knowledge all their accessories,it was only a couple of months ago i learned of the value of said accessories and the potential"goldmine"i have in my attic,i also found out about the whole repro/anti-repro thing,it occurs to me its a case of people who love toys and people who love power,and anyone who covets power generally isn't a nice person

    • @80sfreak42
      @80sfreak42 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're 80s bro..🤘🤘🤘

  • @standepain
    @standepain 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    HOLY SHIT!!!! 50 MINUTES!!! This is going to be so good.

    • @SignalRidge
      @SignalRidge 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’ve been watching for 26 mins so far and didn’t even notice the passage of time. This stuff is crazy lol

  • @50shadesofbeige88
    @50shadesofbeige88 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm glad I stumbled upon this. We're dealing with a similar issue in the tech tuber community.

  • @bravo1IsixI
    @bravo1IsixI 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I’m not a collector. I have maybe 12-15 of my original figures left from childhood. None of them have their weapons. I think I’m going to specifically buy repro weapons for all of them now. Just because I know how angry it makes some people.

  • @lordofmodbury
    @lordofmodbury 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I left echo base this year - not a friendly community environment at all. Wise words Michael and Happy 2021 to you all.

  • @larrychilders6599
    @larrychilders6599 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I am joining these groups, just to sit back, eat some popcorn, and watch the trainwreck

  • @danielcartwright9623
    @danielcartwright9623 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a refreshing video! I have only just rediscovered my SW Action Figure hobby after many years, (and am kicking myself for having missed all of the Stan Solo figures)…
    One of my happiest days was finding repro weapons on eBay for my original 12 figures (that were in played with condition).
    Ben was finally back in a vinyl cape (and could lose the brown paper one I had made for him), and he had a proper sabre (instead of a blue cocktail stick)!
    My lad who was young at the time posted a picture on FB and received obnoxious messages from Echo Base.
    They are an obnoxious bunch and I am glad you have called them out.
    I am thoroughly enjoying your videos. Thank you for a great channel!

  • @zartan7779
    @zartan7779 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I bought a large lot of repro for my original star wars figures . I just want them to look nice on my shelf .

    • @rockcatinc.4814
      @rockcatinc.4814 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha!!! Exactly. What the hell is wrong with that! I am into vintage as well. Graded too. But.... I would be the first to support reproduction.

    • @80sfreak42
      @80sfreak42 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      50 bucks for 1 vader or luke saber..I can get like 14 repros for that much...

  • @CaptWesStarwind
    @CaptWesStarwind 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You basically made an hour long movie about why I left every collecting group I was in 5 years ago. Thank you for all you've done. Your work and dedication to what should just be a fun hobby got me back in to collecting again and even showed me some other great channels.

  • @Sidottu
    @Sidottu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    If I want to buy a repro, so what? That’s my business. Don’t tread on my repros.

    • @stinkyfartguyofficial
      @stinkyfartguyofficial 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      This. Repros are great for a lot of display collectors, I really don't understand why people are against things that help the hobby.

  • @therealthirst8099
    @therealthirst8099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love these longer expose type videos you're making recently. Happy new year to you Michael, and I hope you keep up the good work!

  • @treyjohnson82
    @treyjohnson82 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    i dont even mind recasts,just the scalpers

    • @MikeTaylorLives
      @MikeTaylorLives 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @I am Petitgguy Retail guy here. We absolutely HATE the scalpers and resellers. They make our lives miserable. Say we get in 20 of a really hot toy. Some dude comes in right as the store opens and snags them all. I now have 19 pissed off customers, some are collectors and some are parents buying for their kids. I'd rather sell 20 toys to 20 different customers than all 20 to the scalper. One of the other reasons is that if the scalper can't make a fast buck, we can potentially get hit with a huge return. That royally screws with your sales numbers. I used to see this all the time when I worked for an upscale toy shop that used to be on Michigan Ave in Chicago. We had 12" G.I. Joes that you couldn't get anywhere else. Every time we had a new release, they'd show up and then a few weeks later we'd take the hit.

    • @MikeTaylorLives
      @MikeTaylorLives 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @I am Petitgguy Oh, there's no argument that there's bungling in the distribution system for toys. My current employer is a major consumer electronics chain and we have measures in place to dissuade folks from being hoggy. They're not always successful (witness the bots in online ordering), but they're doing much better than in the past. On the line level, I also have the power to say "No!" and my bosses will back me up. We know what's there on our shelves. In fact, a lot of our policies for dealing with resellers were originally put in place because of another notorious blight on the retail landscape, the infamous "renters" (which also exist in the toy community, btw).

  • @mikeywood1516
    @mikeywood1516 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Man, I really appreciate this video. Repro sellers have allowed me to rebuild my collection without breaking my meager-to-begin-with bank. They help bring me joy.
    These guys...the ones you're discussing? They're all mentally ill. Honestly. They're insane.
    Now I'm off to but a belt and skirt for my Squidhead.

    • @mikeywood1516
      @mikeywood1516 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @I am Petitgguy I mean...Like...Let's be honest, here. Mike's REALLY cranky. : )

  • @richadams8080
    @richadams8080 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Yes! This was the video you mentioned the other day! Thank you! Time for a brew and view!

  • @TroyPacelli
    @TroyPacelli 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    22:29 - "Im not lacking in self-awareness. I'm a difficult person to get along with if you're like most of these individuals. I fight my battles out in the open and not in cloisters or private Facebook groups. I don't make backroom deals. I form my opinions though following cause and effect to facts and I'm very self-aware of my combative nature when I encounter dishonesty and stupidity. I will not hide from or deny anything I've said to the people I've battled and it's all right there for anyone to see posted in comment sections on the internet. Anything I've related in a message I've aady said to the person's face..."
    Spoken like a true hero! I say that unironically and unsarcastically; I genuinely meant that!! We live in a world that has either forgotten, or actively works to subvert (read as "pervert"), what it means to be an honest, heroic figure. Heck, a group that actively teaches its members how to dishonestly create false IDs to harass others has summarily ceded the high ground.
    Another great video, Michael. Thank you, ever so!

  • @NeonSonOfXenon
    @NeonSonOfXenon ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Meanwhile I've got a shelf of Touhou figures purchased off of Ali Express because the originals are long out of stock and buying secondhand can be prohibitively expensive.
    Doesn't mean I like them any less, and they're generally pretty well made. Sure, maybe I have to make a modification here or glue on a broken bit there, but for me, that just makes the figure all the more special.
    Don't let elitists get you down folks. Collections are supposed to be enjoyed above all, and if you are someone who only collects for money, well, let's just say I hope your collection goes the way of the nft.

  • @maddwoba
    @maddwoba 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Being one of your first subscribers many years ago I have always enjoyed your content. I rarely comment on TH-cam videos anymore but I feel compelled to now. You are spot on with these wackos and they are wackos. I went through all the same crap a few years ago with everyone you mentioned. It actually turned me off from collecting Star Wars for awhile. I have a shogun warriors group on Facebook and we embrace making parts and now with 3D printing going as far as printing complete jumbo bots. Life is too short my friend to be trying to talk to someone who will not listen. As always thanks for sharing

  • @treyjohnson82
    @treyjohnson82 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    if hasbro saw a market in recast accessories,they would dust off the molds if they even still exist

    • @bwtrader
      @bwtrader 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lol they now Recast vintage figures... lol

    • @treyjohnson82
      @treyjohnson82 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bwtrader ghostbusters and transformers yes licensed by Hasbro.ive seen recasts by customizers by

    • @charlesvanbrusselen4103
      @charlesvanbrusselen4103 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      There is literally a whole retro line of star wars figures.

    • @ColeWalker
      @ColeWalker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      None of the figure or accessory molds still exist. Only the vehicle molds were stored in the US which is why they were remade several times since the 90’s POTF2 days. It’s been rumored most of the figure molds were dumped in a river in Asia in the early 90’s.

  • @jflesh8673
    @jflesh8673 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Blown away, what an incredible insight into the seedy underbelly of something so seemingly benign as toy collecting, great edits and very entertaining..

  • @brendanhaley3668
    @brendanhaley3668 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Your use of Heath's Joker was a wonderful surprise, these lines delivered so many years by the late Mr Ledger can be used in so many circumstances and help regain balance when those around you loose perspecive... funny, considering the characters actual nature. And 12 O'clock High... loved it! Such a great old film, espeically for anyone in the real world leading individuals into terrible situations. That and The Dawn Patrol, great leadership characters showing burden of command, and relentless pressure. An amusing way to start day one of 2021.... thanks bro!

  • @NeonSonOfXenon
    @NeonSonOfXenon ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Also, here from Queen Serafina's video. This was a great watch dude!

  • @dfraserkelly
    @dfraserkelly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Man, this is my favourite type of retro blasters video

  • @tunnelrat316
    @tunnelrat316 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow... just wow... I never realised it was that crazy in Star Wars collection groups. I’m so used to repro’s and 3rd party stuff enhancing a collection it never even crossed my mind. Specially toypollloi (sorry if I spelt it wrong), I watch his repair videos all the time to help in maintaining my collection

  • @jasonknight8581
    @jasonknight8581 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    My stance on repros: There is no flipping way I would ever spend $20 or more on a half inch, plain black, plastic pistol. That is ludicrous and an insult to anyone with any concept of money. Furthermore, to paraphrase Woody from Toy Story, "THEY - ARE - A - TOY!!!". Yes, I collect, but no, I don't place them on any pedestal of worship. In fact, I lost count on how much stuff I gave to away to friends who had kids because I believe ultimately, that is the whole point to a toy: to entertain children.
    But then again, after seeing the reactions of some of these anti-repro people, perhaps they still are entertaining children.

  • @Miakel
    @Miakel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Michael, you do an awesome job of picking movie clips for your channel, everything from Happy Gilmore to Lord of the Rings, cracks me up.

    • @aFoxyFox.
      @aFoxyFox. 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too! I'm so impressed by the hilarious collection of clips and great choices, they make me laugh a lot.

  • @kennethmayner
    @kennethmayner 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Calling it like it is. That’s why I enjoy your content. Thanks Michael and Happy New Year!

  • @ericlewis217
    @ericlewis217 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I've never understood the big deal with repros. They are for me, I buy them for me and no on else. Why do some fanboys care so much. Good job here Michael.

  • @anthonywhitehead5576
    @anthonywhitehead5576 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is possibly the greatest on-line bitch slap ever... I am with you Michael, I am tired of so called Fans telling me what i can buy. And it sickens me. You are the man and thank you for standing up for what is right. And the Baby Huey nickname is spot on, pure genius Michael French.. pure genius.

    • @toddpersenico8333
      @toddpersenico8333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I wonder if Baby Huey will now remove you from his cult?

    • @anthonywhitehead5576
      @anthonywhitehead5576 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@toddpersenico8333 trust me I am already out of that group

    • @toddpersenico8333
      @toddpersenico8333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@anthonywhitehead5576 Good call. I only lasted a few days after they found out who I was. :)

    • @anthonywhitehead5576
      @anthonywhitehead5576 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@toddpersenico8333 haha.. heck yeah. I dont like being told what I can buy or not buy...

  • @GundamWarrior1
    @GundamWarrior1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    And that was another episode of "And You Thought Your Fandom is Weird....."

    • @Truenofan86
      @Truenofan86 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      BIONICLE and Gundam fandoms also act like tiny children

    • @spacedinosaur8733
      @spacedinosaur8733 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Truenofan86 There is a BIONICLE fandom??

    • @Truenofan86
      @Truenofan86 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@spacedinosaur8733 You lived under a rock for the last 10 years ? of course ! i am in the CCBS tolerant group and on neverending mission to defend myself from purists

    • @spacedinosaur8733
      @spacedinosaur8733 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Truenofan86 Not under a rock per say...just not active in Lego groups. Though I did make a pretty neat mini-fig diorama about oh...10 years ago. (Kirk, Spock & McCoy as the three kings crossing the dessert and their Red Shirt companion....and the pack of wolves following them)

    • @cptmorgan2523
      @cptmorgan2523 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Truenofan86 That's still going on? They still don't call em "Hero factory" pieces do they?

  • @MrMoorkey
    @MrMoorkey 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    See, I am thankful for videos like this.
    When I started out collecting, the whole 'no repro' thing was so up front and drilled I was actually afraid of finding repro. Literally, like coming across a bag of counterfeit money or something.
    Now, my attitudes have relaxed. My boys play with toys using repro parts. My display has repro in it, I am just punctilluous to mark it as such so I don't accidentally sell it as 'presumed genuine', lest I get my legs ripped off by a sand shark or something.
    Thanks again (and good job getting Memphis Belle references in!)

  • @Miakel
    @Miakel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I just think everyone can have their own opinion on collecting, but no one should be able to tell you how to collect your collection.
    Oh happy New Year from Australia , it's 2021 here.

    • @TheMattwolf
      @TheMattwolf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How's it looking so far? I request spoilers.

  • @jasontompkins8180
    @jasontompkins8180 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My second comment is that there was a similar thread earlier this year in a GI Joe FB group calling on Hasbro to shut down Black Major. The individual even posted Black Majors real name as though they were the “Repro Cops”. The comments were a mix of people who support Black Major or people who had a bad experience with someone else. No one could accuse Black Major of defrauding them. They just want him shut down for ideological reasons.

    • @scockery
      @scockery 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He pissed off the folks hoarding Stardusters and Steel Brigade figures with his repros. That was part of it.

  • @ericsonofjames4573
    @ericsonofjames4573 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    There’s a shag carpet in a dump in Western New York that has probably fifty original Star Wars guns in it.

  • @stevenbrickafol3928
    @stevenbrickafol3928 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Unbelievable... . Well , if anything , this video helps me to keep away from certain groups on FB , if i ever should decide to get involved with vintage SW collecting. After seeing this though , i am VERY happy to keep on collecting Masters of the Universe and Lego. Thanks for sharing Michael.

  • @thenerddirector
    @thenerddirector 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love how Michael can take this situation and put pop culture in it, it really makes this more interesting

  • @aaronwarrior
    @aaronwarrior 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm really glad you made this video.
    Yours and Melinda's open,honest and welcoming attitude is what keeps me coming back week after week and has been for the last 7 years or so ever since your laser tag unboxing.
    Everything in this video needed to be said, keeping things bottled up is not good for you.
    To quote the Ultimate Warrior "you must show no mercy nor have any belief in how others judge you, for your greatness will silence them all"
    Seems apt here.
    Keep up the awesomeness and Always Believe.

  • @jartladder15
    @jartladder15 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I recently did a video where I ran into trolls. Brutal. You can't even be sure they actually watched your video. The just react to imaginary enemies in their heads.

  • @curseoffenrir
    @curseoffenrir ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m so glad that I don’t care about this stuff or partake in these groups, I’ll just enjoy my toys my way. But I am very glad Micheal has it in him to bring people like this into the light. People like this are in every medium.

  • @KnickKnacksPlasticPlanet
    @KnickKnacksPlasticPlanet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This crusade against repro parts is the greatest example of truly first world problems I've ever seen. 🤣😅😂

  • @noneed4me2n7
    @noneed4me2n7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy holidays to the retroblasting crew and thanks for the all the content.

  • @tubernery
    @tubernery 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Retroblasting, Critical Drinker, Ethan Van Sciver..it's an enjoyable listening end to 2020! Later, off to Netflix for some Transformers War Cybertron and Season 3 Cobra Kai 🤙😍

  • @ragamuffin66
    @ragamuffin66 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OUTSTANDING!!
    Love that you are vocal and stand your ground.

  • @magicschoolbus3948
    @magicschoolbus3948 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is the exact reason I don't have social media.

  • @douglasbutler1319
    @douglasbutler1319 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OMG I loved that video! Excellent job retro blasting!! Nice to see information passed along in a complete and well thought out way! Bravo!

  • @sharkMac
    @sharkMac 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I want to complete my figures. And willing to get repro one in different color that says/states it’s reproduction. But there always be haters to scammers. Hate them myself. Great information. Someone had to say something. Especially when you had more information then I expected. Keep up the great work and beyond!!

  • @StiggysGuitarLoft
    @StiggysGuitarLoft 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    You and Toy Polloi are the saviours of the vintage toys Dave for his repairs and awsome content you you for your knowledge and amazing videos.

    • @Shocojones1212
      @Shocojones1212 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dont forget Junk Man

    • @wiictvchannel1112
      @wiictvchannel1112 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Shocojones1212 Gotta love That Junkman

    • @johnwyblejr6460
      @johnwyblejr6460 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Junkman is one of the idiots against repro.

  • @jedi69outcast
    @jedi69outcast 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Personally, Im feel very blessed and very happy of the birth of 3D printers and the customizers that are creating 3D parts to give new custom parts for GI JOE Figures and vehicles and bring new life to them . Hopefully this will help a new generation fall in love with these toys as I have

  • @50shadesofbeige88
    @50shadesofbeige88 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The nicknames are just hilarious.

  • @SLRok
    @SLRok 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Imagine being so into toys that you send death threats.

  • @patrickhouse6077
    @patrickhouse6077 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the "you want a war you cant win!" Because this is why i support retroblasting.

  • @destroyerofheroes
    @destroyerofheroes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Support and buy repro, make your own even. This hobby should be fun. The people featured in this video want the value of the originals they sell to remain high in value, period. They clearly have ulterior motives. The toys should be appreciated what they mean nostalgia wise , not their monetary value. They've been re-issued and they've been reworked, etc by Hasbro over the years, so those would just be high-end repros themselves. I also buy and enjoy the jumbos from Gentle Giant, I don't care what people think lol. I want nothing to do with any elitist group. Sure, I do actually respect people who show a love and appreciation for original pieces and want to only collect those, but the loudest people here are just greedy elitists.
    Seriously, similar videos like this one could be made on the Gi Joe community and the MOTU community right now. There are so many scalpers and scammers out there. There's a guy in the 5.5 community who runs a group and does FB auctions and has his own son shill bidding on his auctions. People in the Joe community are threatening each other and trashing people's family members over the new 6 inch Joe line.
    This is the worst time to ever be part of any toy community.

  • @cappeca
    @cappeca 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I feel really bad for you having to expose all conversations like that, but I totally understand it. These assholes count on us not getting our hands dirty, not to give in to internet drama, that's why they're relentlessly harassing everyone. Sometimes you have to get dirty, sometimes you have to go down to their level and just throw shit around. That was the best ending to a RB video ever!

  • @tomlevier3615
    @tomlevier3615 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Luckily, I was a very careful kid when it came to my Star Wars figures, and all of my vintage figures have their original weapons. Except for the telescoping lightsabers for Luke, Ben, and Darth Vader. For some ungodly reason I discarded them. A few years ago I had the nerve to ask on one of the anti repro websites about finding repro light sabers, and let's just say I was met with a lot of cold replies...

    • @BryantheArchivist
      @BryantheArchivist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      YOU SHOULD NEVER HAVE A LIGHTSABER AGAIN YOU ANIMAL YOU ARE HITLER!!!
      Did I sum their response up well? Lol

    • @tomlevier3615
      @tomlevier3615 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@BryantheArchivist pretty much, LOL

    • @rumblehat4357
      @rumblehat4357 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Go to eBay and buy a double telescoping lightsaber for $10 and have fun. I have all my original weapons as I was very careful with my toys as a kid, but I still bought a double telescoping Kenobi saber just for fun as my original never double telescoped. Who cares? Buy what you want.

  • @benemaltese707
    @benemaltese707 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    just watched this video as it was posted in a group "vintage star wars action figures", after the video i went back to the page to like the post and it says "content not available"...They have deleted it WHILE I WAS WATCHING IT, it made me laugh so hard! QED, well done, Michael!

  • @JoKeer80
    @JoKeer80 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love how many TMNT collectors embrace and want the repros.

    • @jrs4516
      @jrs4516 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i think it's impossible NOT to break nunchucks and lose throwing stars

  • @jesusvillasenor355
    @jesusvillasenor355 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are the man, Michael. It’s videos like this that makes me proud to a Patreon member!

  • @habbinlad1
    @habbinlad1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As always Michael, thank you for calling this absurd behaviour out. Wishing you and everyone at RetroBlasting a very happy new year.