This is definitely a fandom splitting topic, but if GI Joe were to return to retail this moment, how would you like to see it represented?
* Old school o-ring?
* A continuation of the 25th style packaging with new sculpts and a continuation of unreleased figures?
* 6 Inch!!
* Other?
Let your opinion be heard by voting!
With the huge success of Haslab’s first outing, the Vintage Collection Jabba’s Sail Barge (The Khetanna,) meeting roughly 175% of their goal to the tune of nearly four and a half million dollars, it’s safe to say Hasbro will go back to that well in the future. With this in mind, what would you honestly be willing to pay for a new Flagg?
USS Flagg image courtesy of 3DJoes.com
Discuss further after the jump!
Thanks to HissTank member KuuKuuSon for informing us that his Kickstarter for his Rank & File Volumes 2 & 3 are live!
The Rank & File Guide volumes 2 and 3 archive the remaining mass produced G.I. Joe product by fully displaying every G.I. Joe action figure produced between the The Rise of Cobra, The Pursuit of Cobra, 30th Anniversary/Renegades, Retaliation, 50, and G.I. Joe Basic Asst. series; complete with every accessory and variation produced.
Not only are the accessories shown alongside the action figures, they have been carefully cataloged in an upcoming volume to guarantee the proper shade of accessory goes to the appropriate action figure. To top it off, every vehicle and play set released in the 4″ era has been documented and every easily removable piece has been individually photographed, ensuring collector completion. Theses full color, 52 page and 48 page (respectably) resource manuals beautifully illustrate the six series’ combined 328 action figures, 77 vehicles, and every accessory, including all known variations.
Not only is every accessory present and accounted for, they have each been assigned a unique number and identified throughout the resource guides. Each action figure has been carefully examined between its initial run and further re-releases to ensure that an accurate sample is clearly and concisely presented; perfect for the collector who is identifying individual action figures or sorting through unorganized lots.
The ever dashing KuuKuuSon, better known to the world as Mr. James Kavanaugh has shared word that Rank & File 3 is now available for purchase through the R.A.H.C. Guide storefront. Rank & File vol. 3 covers the 30th Anniversary, Renegades, Retaliation, 50th Anniversary and the Basic Assortment figures!
Want even better news? The copy will only run you $26.50 shipped (U.S.)! As with other volumes, Rank & File vol. 3 will undoubtedly sell out, so make sure to secure your copy now! Are you adding this title to your collection? Sound off after the break!
KuuKuuSon is by far the hardest working man in business. I mean, it’s the gentleman’s Birthday today (Happy Birthday, James!), but he still found the time to send out the official press release for Rank & File 3 – A Guide to Third-Generation 4” G.I. Joe Action Figures! Included with the press release are 5 pages from the book and the oh-so-awesome cover which you can check out after the break –
The adventure continues to evolve in Rank & File — A Guide to Third-Generation 4” G.I. Joe Action Figures!
After a brief hiatus in 2006 that allowed G.I. Joe to flourish in other areas, G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero went in a new stylistic direction that is still predominately used today! Not only did fans get to revisit some of their most cherished icons within the G.I. Joe mythos, they were also introduced to new characters that are now known and loved.
The Rank & File guide volume 3 displays every G.I. Joe action figure produced between the Celebrating 30 Years of A Real American Hero / Renegades, Retaliation, 50, and Basic G.I. Joe Asst. series, complete with every accessory and variation produced. Not only are the accessories shown, they were carefully cataloged in an upcoming volume that will guarantee the proper shade of accessory goes to the appropriate action figure. To top it off, every vehicle and playset released in the 4″ era is documented and every easily removable piece is shown individually photographed —ensuring collector completion.
This full color, forty-eight page resource manual beautifully illustrates the four series’ 148 action figures, twenty-two vehicles and every accessory, including all known variations. Not only is every accessory present and accounted for, they have each been assigned a unique number and identified throughout the resource guide. Each action figure was carefully examined between its initial run and any further re-releases to ensure accurate samples are clearly and concisely presented, perfect for the collector who is identifying individual action figures or sorting through unorganized lots.
Whether you are a seasoned or rejuvenated collector, enthusiast, or toy vendor, the Rank & File series is the decisive compilation for G.I. Joe action figures, vehicles, and playsets produced from 2007 to today. Let the Rank & File guides serve as a reference for completion or a scrapbook to the next big turning point of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero.
Basic Information
The MSRP for The Rank & File guide Volume 3 is $20 and available at www.rahcguide.com. Buyer will pay all additional shipping and handling costs. If you have purchased the R.A.H.C. guides before, the process will be very similar. This guide was self-published and produced in quantities reflecting previous sales so do not hesitate in ordering if owning a guide is a priority.
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KuuKuuSon has brought word via the R.A.H.C. Guide Facebook Page that Rank & Vol. 3 is almost here! If you’re not familiar with Mr. Kavanaugh’s work, then you’re in for a treat.
R.A.H.C. Guide (Real American Hero Collection), Rank & File 1 and Rank & File 2 are compilations of images spanning the life of G.I.Joe after 1994. The adventure continued in 1997 and is now completely documented in the R.A.H.C. Guide! R.A.H.C. spans from 1997-2007 and includes figures from Built to Rule and the Collectors Club. Rank & File 1 is a collection of 25th Anniversary & Resolute offerings, with Rank & File 2 covering both The Rise of Cobra and The Pursuit of Cobra.
Rank & File 3 looks to bring us 30th Anniversary, Renegades, Retaliation and Basic Assortment collections! If you’re looking for awesome reference books or just new reading material for your coffee table, then this is the book for you. Rank & File 1 is already sold out, but you can still pick up R.A.H.C. and Rank & File 2 on the R.A.H.C. Guide website. The image highlighted here is just a peek at what you’ll see in the new volume.
Will you be adding this latest volume to your collection? Sound off after the break!
Great news for those that missed out on G.I.Joe 30th Anniversary Cobra Crimson H.I.S.S. Tank with Crimson Horseman or the G.I.Joe 30th Anniversary Cobra Black Dragon VTOL with Cobra Air Trooper…both have been spotted at Toys’R’Us Stores on clearance for the low, low price of $1.20!
Now, this isn’t to say that these items are on clearance at every TRU, so we’re counting on YOU to share your findings with us! Both vehicles are a lot of fun, with the H.I.S.S. v5 being an awesome take on an old favorite and the Black Dragon VTOL giving off a real FANG II vibe.
So what are you waiting for? Get out there, grab a few more for your collection and then let us know where you found them either after the jump or on the Hisstank.com Sightings Forum! [Read more…]
The 2nd wave of GI Joe Basic Figures, originally destined for Dollar General stores, has now turned up at Marshalls for $4.99 each. This entire wave features repaints of the 1st wave figures. GI Joe Basic Wave 2 includes:
Earlier an auction was posted earlier by viperskingdom for the currently unreleased Dollar General T’Gin-Zu GI Joe Basic figure. Viperskingdom has ended the auction but we have mirrored the new images here. Click on the headline to check out the images. [Read more…]
The Basic G.I. Joe Figures exclusive to Dollar General have now turned up at Christmas Tree Shops. Unfortunately these shops are only available in: