Another new starter...

[GoktimusPrime]

1. Why is it the universal standard to display your TF collection in robot mode? (Is this solely because they take up less space that way?)

Pretty much. I'm still figuring out how I'm gonna display my reissue Omega Supreme in Rocket Base mode next to my original in robot mode... the fact that my G1 Megatrons are now off the top shelves and in a separate case has freed up a lot of space though.

2. Should I sell my G1 Bludgeon? (Pathetic toy & I dont much like it)

On the plus side, because Bludgeon is such a popular character, you'll have no trouble selling it for a decent price (already I see it's piqued liegeprime's interest ) - but don't come crying to us when you remember what a freaking awesome character he was in G1 and G2 and decide that you want the toy back. No refunds!! Good luck reclaiming Reflector, Mirage and Shockwave for your collection... do you want to add Bludgeon to that list?

liegeprime: buy the toy off him NOW!

3. How long does a Repro labels order take to arrive?

I've only ever used them once... it was a few weeks.

4. If BW Injector is one of the greatest all time peg warmers, why can I not buy a complete one anywhere?

Try landfills. ;p

5. When we count our collections, are we allowed to include those that may or may not belong to our kids?

If you mean that you share parts of your collection with your kids, then sure, why not.

P.S.: I still find it amusing that you want Injector (believe me, you're seriously not missing out on much by not having it) but you don't want Bludgeon. Injector transforms from a "wtf" f'ugly beast mode to a "wtf, there's a fish eating your head" f'ugly robot mode! Bludgeon's Pretender shell looks like Death in Samurai form (cooler if you can find a katana that fits in its fist) and the robot mode is pretty solid and transforms from what is clearly a tank to a reasonably fair robot by G1 standards.
And by Pretender standards, Bludgeon is exceptionally good. Unlike some other Pretenders, his robot mode doesn't look anorexic and the alt mode is clearly recognisable as a tank, unlike the alt modes of say Waverider or Splashdown... or Gunrunner without the jet-accessory.

[Tiby]

Welcome aboard!

I pose my figures in robot mode for a couple of reasons - one is space, the other is the Robots In Disguise concept. They are robots first and disguises second (in my opinion).

Besides, I think most people agree that few alt modes are better than the robot modes (Alternators and some BW aside).

[liegeprime]

liegeprime: buy the toy off him NOW!

Sorry for hijacking the thread a little..... I will certainly be most willing ,able and with two hands outstretched will.... if he lets me

[kup]

Hello and Welcome!

G1 Bludgeon may not technically be the best toy in the G1 line but he sure is one of the most desirable and in demand! He is one of the most sought after Transformers due to his huge role in the G1 Marvel comics and if you decide to sell it, it will go quickly. However there is a very good chance that you will also regret it once you realize that he actually is the type of toy that adds a little prestige to a collection.
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[GoktimusPrime]

Oh the suspense!

He is one of the most sought after Transformers due to his huge role in the G1 Marvel comics and if you decide to sell it, it will go quickly.

..as well as Generation 2 - Bludgeon did build War World after all!

[1orion2many]

Hi Klyston welcome to the board. A quick bit of advice, DON'T sell your Bludgeon as he is hard to get hold of in good complete condition. It took me about 6 or 7 auctions to pick one up that was complete for about $180.00 Aus including postage. Sorry if I just upset anyone after this figure. Enjoy yourself on the board and Injector is one ugly character but I still bought him as I think you'll find anyone on this board that collects BW figures would have done also.

[GoktimusPrime]

Yeah but I bought him 10 years ago when it was still on sale... and even then I felt ripped off! There's no way I would pay inflated after-market prices for that hunk 'o crap!

BludgeonOnce nearly killed an Autobot through intense meditation (feel the power of the Dark Side!)

InjectorOnce nearly killed a Maximal by smiling at him.

[Bartrim]

Welcome to Ozformers

[dirge]

I wouldn't say don't sell Bludgeon (liegeprime assures me that the cheque is in the mail!), but I would recommend thinking carefully about it - as 1orion2many has highlighted, he is a very tricky figure to obtain, so if you do sell him, reacquiring him will most likely be both expensive and hard to actually do.

[liegeprime]

Not to worry Klystron. Love your Bludgeon well! I actually do already have 1 me self (albeit customized a bit) but wouldn't indeed mind at all an extra if the opportunity arises... Cheers!