1/6 Hot Toys - TMS064 -The Clone Wars: ARC Trooper Jesse

[Chainedstream]

So is Capt Rex a relative steal versus these guys? Especially that he comes with more?

Definitely

 

[Ramatuelle]

Jesse definitely be lookin' right. Everything about this guy is *chef's kiss*

 

[DakRen]

Jesse definitely be lookin' right. Everything about this guy is *chef's kiss*

I agree. But having the trio would be amazing on the shelf.

 

[SOU7567]

So is Capt Rex a relative steal versus these guys? Especially that he comes with more?

Without a doubt, Rex has that May 2020 pricing too lol.

 

[bebe13junior]

Definitely

I mean this is essentially all recycled parts.
Rex had a lot of new parts, plus a unique helmet, an extra Ahsoka paint helmet etc.
i think at the very least Jesse should have been the same price point as Rex.

 

[Mike86]

Rex is a better deal by far, and also a way more important character. Not to downplay Jesse, but he’s really more of a side Clone even though I like him, and want to get the figure.

 

[fantasticfrog]

Hot toys must want to sell more 501 clones. These will spur some to buy more. They look awesome, but I’m going to try to pass. Real estate in my toy room is scarce. I say that now...

 

[The Buffinator]

Of course. Still believe HT, SS distributor discounts counted, has rather good margins on their produce. Would be interesting to know how much profit HT makes per figure sold.

HT sells produce now too? "Honey, if you're going to the store, pick up some fresh broccoli, carrots, an onion and the deluxe Ahsoka figure, OK?"

 

[Chainedstream]

HT sells produce now too? "Honey, if you're going to the store, pick up some fresh broccoli, carrots, an onion and the deluxe Ahsoka figure, OK?"

Haha, lol some words in english seems too relatable for a non-native, so it became a synonym for products, for me. Think “goods” would’ve worked better.

Wonder what HT’s are seasonal during fall-winter? Coruscant guards?

 

[bebe13junior]

I think Jesse and Vaughan have set a bar for the pricing we can expect going forward. There are always those little hikes in price here and there…I just cannot understand how Capt Rex would cost less if not for inflation.

I think they will milk the 501st. For me personally I hope they decide to diversify the clones offered. I get everyone was hyped about the last season, but there are so many other major clones that I would love to see. Only other clone besides Rex I would get is Wolffe.

 

[The Buffinator]

Haha, lol some words in english seems too relatable for a non-native, so it became a synonym for products, for me. Think “goods” would’ve worked better.

Wonder what HT’s are seasonal during fall-winter? Coruscant guards?

Yeah, I knew it was a typo but I couldn't resist!

I don't think any particular HT license or product would be considered "seasonal". I believe their operating philosophy is to ask "What do people REALLY want right now?", then go and release something else.

 

[Ramatuelle]

Not gonna lie, this armor is frecking GORGEOUS:

Whats amusing is the realization that most of this posing they're showing is not going to be possible.

Also problematic is that he's supposed to drop RIGHT in that same window with Mando Season 2 and Boba Fresh/throne. AGH!!!! How can this happen damn it. Cody needs at least one buddy.

 

[chrisstbh]

If anyone uses Toys Wonderland you can get 20% off this and Vaughn with TWBF2021, it ends today so...

 

[Hoody999]

I think Jesse and Vaughan have set a bar for the pricing we can expect going forward. There are always those little hikes in price here and there…I just cannot understand how Capt Rex would cost less if not for inflation.

I think they will milk the 501st. For me personally I hope they decide to diversify the clones offered. I get everyone was hyped about the last season, but there are so many other major clones that I would love to see. Only other clone besides Rex I would get is Wolffe.

Simple answer : Volume.

Rex is well known, they will clearly sell a ton of him = price lower
Vaughan/Jesse is nothing special to 95% of people. Plus many will draw the line at Rex+Cody. So HT will sell less = price higher

Often companies will aim to cover their overheads, minimum profit for a run etc. this then dictates the price depending on the volume.

Yes inflation may play a small role. But it is definitely not the only factor.

 

[jedibear]

Rex is a better deal by far, and also a way more important character. Not to downplay Jesse, but he’s really more of a side Clone even though I like him, and want to get the figure.

Indeed, Rex is the more important, central character....which tells me we may see yet another version or reissue of him down the road. We won't see another Jesse.

Rex may be the more significant character, but sometimes it can be the "look" of a character/figure that you know is going to pop on display and in pictures. Jesse is that figure...a really cool, distinctive look from the armor to the striking portrait. This is one of those figures that tells a story while you're looking at it.

Rex is cool but...for me, it's Jesse for the win.

 

[Vonhahn]

If anyone uses Toys Wonderland you can get 20% off this and Vaughn with TWBF2021, it ends today so...

So 20% off is $58.40. That's almost what they charge to ship DHL....so you are still paying $292 from TW. Still cheaper if you go somewhere like Comic Concepts or Timewalker.....

 

[dukefett]

There's also the huge price increases for shipping and manufacturing that weren't there when Rex was put up. Literally every toy or thing you buy coming from China is getting up there in price. Lots of Black Series figures are getting to be $30 for "deluxes."

 

[Deathstalker]

I’d be afraid to order from Toys Wonderland Even with the 20% off
Being a year and a half out and ordering from a company that SSC is trying to take out ( based on past actions) and ordering when you have to pay in full or do installments. After 6 months your gonna be out of luck if they disappear. Not trying to be doom and gloom but just saying..

 

[chrisstbh]

So 20% off is $58.40. That's almost what they charge to ship DHL....so you are still paying $292 from TW. Still cheaper if you go somewhere like Comic Concepts or Timewalker.....

Way cheaper for us international folks that get stung with customs fees and all that TopHat though.

 

[Hoody999]

I’d be afraid to order from Toys Wonderland Even with the 20% off
Being a year and a half out and ordering from a company that SSC is trying to take out ( based on past actions) and ordering when you have to pay in full or do installments. After 6 months your gonna be out of luck if they disappear. Not trying to be doom and gloom but just saying..

Considering the lengths at which SSC is going to take them out, I'd be more worried about SSC still being around tbh.

Nobody goes to that length if they're not feeling some pain.