Of course, like an idiot, I ordered one. This is what happens when you like a statue enough, paired with the fear of missing out because the edition is so small (400). Weta is laughing all the way to the bank once more.
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Absolutely you made the right decision. Nothing worse than buying something mostly based on pressure rather than desire, then having to live with it. You didn't love this statue, and that's that.Idril wrote: Wed Apr 24, 2019 1:58 pm ... I don’t feel any regret. So I think I made the right decision.
Me too!Valkrist wrote: Tue Sep 17, 2019 12:14 pm Yeah, I don't want it to be $699, but if it is, so be it. Any higher than that and I might have second thoughts.
I'm right there with you as I only want a few more pieces from Weta and UC to try and round out the collection. I ordered, but only because of the Treebeard Weta dollars helped. Looks to be on par with the light up Balrog price. My guess is the labor to paint MM equals the extra resin for the size of the bust? I hope the edition ends up being low so it will be a long term investment. Either way I see myself getting rid of more pieces (Weta statues) than I will be buying in the future, mostly due to space and character redundancy.Valkrist wrote: Thu Oct 10, 2019 10:16 am It's been difficult for a long time now to justify these prices, but Weta is really seeing how far they can push us before the fat lady sings. This is it for me. Bring on Elendil and Gil-galad so I can delete my Weta account once and for all.![]()
Yeah, it was unveiled at SDCC, along with Dark Galadriel and Minas Morgul.Deimos wrote: Tue Oct 15, 2019 7:41 pm Anyone seen the latest offering in the "Masters [polystone] Collection"?
Another $3K (USD), I guess, ....but not for me.
I echo everything you just said! Too expensive and nowhere to put it.Valkrist wrote: Tue Oct 29, 2019 1:07 pm Not this cowboy, as you already know from my comments elsewhere.
The price is too high for what it is, the piece doesn't speak to me at all, and I really really really dislike Frodo's dopey likeness. That's just not Elijah Wood to me, and yes, I know this is about it being Frodo, not the actor, but this is a depiction of a movie part played by that actor, so... well, you get the rest. For $2000 plus all the other expenses, it should look like a photo of Wood.
My apologies, Buckeye. Please don't take my comments as a criticism of your choice to buy this statue. Far from it. Like any piece of art, appreciation is subjective, and while yes, Frodo bothers me, it was the price and space more than anything else.
Nasnandos wrote: Thu Oct 31, 2019 7:01 am It was a loaner. Glamdring was in the shop having the edge touched up and the rotting leather on the hilt replaced.
I mentioned in a previous post that I wouldn't be buying it. Didn't say whether or not I like it. But I'll say it now.....I've not looked at it closely because I knew I wouldn't be getting it. So let me go scrutinize it really close up.....be right back....Valkrist wrote: Tue Oct 29, 2019 3:41 pmMy apologies, Buckeye. Please don't take my comments as a criticism of your choice to buy this statue. Far from it. Like any piece of art, appreciation is subjective, and while yes, Frodo bothers me, it was the price and space more than anything else.
You're absolutely right... things are so quiet around here, it's not right to shut down a conversation with a negative attitude.![]()
I know Idril picked it up, but I'm curious to know if Deimos and Kit liked it or picked it up.
Hahaha, ooops! My fantasy worlds are colliding.Valkrist wrote: Fri Nov 01, 2019 5:51 am You're getting your worlds mixed up, BC.
Wands-R-Us is located near Hogwarts. What you're thinking of is their parent-company, Staves-R-Us, located in that new mall in Bree. That's where Gandalf gets a lot of reward points for being a frequent customer.
Yep, I'll be staying away from those axes for sure!Ronin wrote: Fri Nov 22, 2019 5:15 am Those Dwalin axes at $50 is still a rip off![]()
However I do believe I will be buying my first statue and it will be Elrond! That's just way too good of a deal. I thought the statues almost always sell out and never need to be discounted?
Thanks. Yeah I don't really have the money & space either to collect statues lol. If it wasn't so heavily discounted, I don't think I would even consider it.Lindir wrote: Fri Nov 22, 2019 5:48 am Yeh I’m not a massive fan of Dwalin’s axes either, but Balin’s mace is tempting.
I love the Elrond statue but I don’t have space (or money) to start buying statues haha I’ve been tempted by a few over the years but always ended up deciding against them.
I think the Elrond statue didn’t sell too well, Ronin, because of the pose. It wasn’t to everyone’s taste. I personally like it though. Hope you enjoy it if you pull the trigger.
Thanks! Congrats on finding another half-ling to help outValkrist wrote: Tue Nov 26, 2019 6:59 pm Aw man, bummer. I thought you were on top of that but I read in the other forum that Weta is a bit of a new thing for you. I would really recommend signing up for their email newsletter so you don't miss out on stuff.
You're not the only one who missed Elrond; he got snapped up fast. Congrats on the Pipe Staff though, you've been after that one for some time.
For my part, I managed to find another fellow Canadian to go halfers on one of the other deals and snagged Tauriel for $125.![]()
I got one of the Gollums at the $539 and also paid with Paypal. The website froze up at the final confirmation screen, but finally went through. I think that is only the 2nd time I've paid that way. And yes just like Val said Weta's website is horrible and really can't hand large volumes very well.Ronin wrote: Tue Nov 26, 2019 7:52 pm I can't believe Gollum got as low as $539. I might've taken a shot at him but like I said in the other forum, I wasn't aware of the auctioning system they sometimes use.
I thought I was subscribed to their newsletter but I didn't receive anything. That's a good reminder, Val. I should sign up again just in case.