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Thread: THS-02B Black G1 Convoy reissue by Hasbro Asia

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    Default THS-02B Black G1 Convoy reissue by Hasbro Asia

    This is another random unexpected reissue.

    According to BBTS, the Ehobby Black Gen1 Convoy (Optimus) THS (Transformers Hybrid Series), is being re-released next month, with some minor differences.

    Their price is US$150, but should be a bit less from Asian sources, this figure was originally released in 2007, as a limited exclusive from Ehobby... allowing people who had the regular version of THS-02 Convoy to be able to make a Gen2 Optimus with the black trailer and missile launchers that came with this version.

    Note that there were only ever two THS figures (Galaxy Convoy and Gen1 Convoy) with the Gen1 Convoy done in two colour versions. This new release of the Black version will apparently have some gold bits added to the limbs, to differentiate it from the first version.
    And for those who are unfamiliar with THS figures, they are small versions of the original toys, that have extra detailing, and extra swap-out accessories (like hands and heads - which you can see on either of the two links above).


    Not sure why this was chosen by Hasbro Asia instead of the regular colour version, but it could be something different in people's collections.
    (and I'd only just bought the black version 4 months ago... for a hefty amount )


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    How tall does this Black G1 Convoy stand in robot mode? BBTS mentions that the shipping weight is 1.61 pounds, which isn't a lot.

    A photo of him & MP-10 standing side by side would be great to gauge relative size. Please.......

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    He's tiny.

    Under 4 inches, but super-articulated.

    It's an amazing little figure.
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    RK has him for $110. Im still undecided...

    http://www.robotkingdom.com/services...=us&CatID=1_32

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    I was considering him, but considering the reduction in size I would need a reduction in price (even though I know the small size is the point)

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    Cool little figure, but $150 is waaaaay over priced. IIRC, regular Convoy was about the cost of a Voyager. Say 5000 Yen. E-hobby was about 8000 yen.

    I really liked mine, but it is tiny and the truck mode looks like ass.

    Regular review and shots here </Plug> The black one is cool, but only came with some extra G2heads and G2 guns.

    Wonder if this one will come with the heads?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Cat View Post
    He's tiny.

    Under 4 inches, but super-articulated.

    It's an amazing little figure.
    Super articulated he is/looks, but wasn't expecting him to be that tiny. Heightwise he would mix in well with 3.75" figurines.

    To buy this one, you would have to:
    1. Have plenty of spare cash lying around, and/or
    2. Be a fan of Optimus, and/or
    3. Truely appreciate the fine detail, and/or
    4. Accidentally press the purchase button.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Tetsuwan Convoy View Post
    Cool little figure, but $150 is waaaaay over priced. IIRC, regular Convoy was about the cost of a Voyager. Say 5000 Yen. E-hobby was about 8000 yen.

    I really liked mine, but it is tiny and the truck mode looks like ass.

    Regular review and shots here </Plug> The black one is cool, but only came with some extra G2heads and G2 guns.

    Wonder if this one will come with the heads?
    Wow you weren't wrong ...his alt mode shocking !!

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    at $150 ...you can get MP10B ....

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    Quote Originally Posted by lancalot View Post
    at $150 ...you can get MP10B ....
    Good point. That would be a much better use of the money.
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