Prime 1 - Batman: Hush 1/3 statue line - Page 146

BrandonJF · 03-22-2019, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Vendetta

I’ve noticed another annoying flaw - one of the ear tips on the bat symbol on his chest is chipped off; so now I’ll potentially need a replacement base AND body. I’ve really reached the end of my patience for damaged statues.

I think only 4 of the 10 Prime 1 statues I’ve received have had no issues, and 3 of those 4 were statues I bought when I lived in Japan. That means I’m at 1/6 on Prime 1 statues shipped to the US, which is pretty ridiculous.

Did you have any issues with the base being level? It seems odd to me that I could have a manufacturing flaw as opposed to a pad issue. With my AO Joker it was obvious two of the pads were smashed. These all look to be the same to me, though, but I'd have to use something to slightly elevate one side before the other pads touch the surface.

SONICobra · 03-22-2019, 11:26 AM

batman statue collector has his unboxing video up, review should be up later today

Vendetta · 03-22-2019, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by SONICobra

i think they would end up giving you a new statue regardless, they rarely replace just a body or base - they usually have to replace both

I got just a replacement cape for my Guts, and I believe I may just be getting a replacement body for my Zodd. That's why I thought I'd be able to get by with just a replacement base, which would have been great because that comes in its own box, but now that isn't the case.

Vendetta · 03-22-2019, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by BrandonJF

Did you have any issues with the base being level? It seems odd to me that I could have a manufacturing flaw as opposed to a pad issue. With my AO Joker it was obvious two of the pads were smashed. These all look to be the same to me, though, but I'd have to use something to slightly elevate one side before the other pads touch the surface.

I might, now that you mention it, as you can wobble it more than I'm comfortable with. I thought it was just because the statue is really front-heavy, but it may be more than that then. Hopefully my replacement base is more stable, but maybe it's an artifact of the base mold.

NorthernLadMSP · 03-22-2019, 11:52 AM

EDIT: Missed Sonic's comment.

BrandonJF · 03-22-2019, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Vendetta

I might, now that you mention it, as you can wobble it more than I'm comfortable with. I thought it was just because the statue is really front-heavy, but it may be more than that then. Hopefully my replacement base is more stable, but maybe it's an artifact of the base mold.

Yeah, I originally thought it was because it was really front heavy, too, but I took everything off and the base only sat on 3 of the 5 pads even with nothing on it.

I'm now waiting on a "Prime 1 Specialist" (which I haven't encountered before) to assist. I hope I can get a replacement. These issues bother me so much that I'll be getting a replacement no matter what - the only question is whether I am going to buy another one and sell this one as damaged. That would be rough, especially given the shipping cost.

Last night I was so bummed about the whole experience that I almost didn't even care if I kept it. I took a picture with my phone of Batman and Superman together and thought it had to be the coolest display I've ever had, though.

myskye23 · 03-22-2019, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by BrandonJF

Yeah, I originally thought it was because it was really front heavy, too, but I took everything off and the base only sat on 3 of the 5 pads even with nothing on it.

I'm now waiting on a "Prime 1 Specialist" (which I haven't encountered before) to assist. I hope I can get a replacement. These issues bother me so much that I'll be getting a replacement no matter what - the only question is whether I am going to buy another one and sell this one as damaged. That would be rough, especially given the shipping cost.

Last night I was so bummed about the whole experience that I almost didn't even care if I kept it. I took a picture with my phone of Batman and Superman together and thought it had to be the coolest display I've ever had, though.

I'm sorry about the troubles you're having with this statue Brandon and I hope you get the resolution you deserve from Prime 1. I would imagine they'll send a replacement for you so all hope isn't lost.

I'm anxiously waiting for mine to ship and I hope I don't have some of the issues that are being reported here at the Forum.

LOVE the pic of them together! I'm hoping to do the same as well when they both get here.

bdlovelace · 03-22-2019, 01:30 PM

I sure hope my EX waitlist converts.

mva5580 · 03-22-2019, 02:10 PM

I'm on the waitlist, but I keep thinking maybe I should just get the Reg.

The kryptonite ring doesn't really matter to me at all, but I would like to have the smirking head. But at this point who knows if waitlists will ever convert, and I don't want to miss it completely.

letsroy · 03-22-2019, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by mva5580

I'm on the waitlist, but I keep thinking maybe I should just get the Reg.

The kryptonite ring doesn't really matter to me at all, but I would like to have the smirking head. But at this point who knows if waitlists will ever convert, and I don't want to miss it completely.

I bought the regular in my local store (already paid).

Now I joined the waiting list for the exclusive after watching the smirking face. I don't think it will convert and if it does...I guess I won't get it because I would have to sell the regular.

What I mean is: yes, smirking face is great but angry and regular face are (IMO) way better and way more iconic. If you like bats you would be really happy with the regular version.
Anyways you still can wait because I think the ES of the regular version is very generous so you could get it in the future, maybe with a discount