Yamato Toys USA Luis Royo DC Statues

[dan350zr]

Looks like they're working on a new Harley....

 

[nearmint]

That has a certain appeal.

 

[ForeverYoung]

Agreed. There has been a lot of choice for Harley lately and I haven't gone after any (been tempted). My older figures have been fine so far. This is one I'd like to watch and possibly give some shelf space to.

 

[ForeverYoung]

I have doubt about the face sculpt. It doesn't look like batman to me.

I know what you mean. I like some parts about it. I like that it's somewhat unique in style but it's almost like his jaw isn't square enough or he needs some more melatonin. The price seems right. I was surprised when I saw how tall it is!

 

[jadekite22]

Agreed. There has been a lot of choice for Harley lately and I haven't gone after any (been tempted). My older figures have been fine so far. This is one I'd like to watch and possibly give some shelf space to.

+1. Much more confident than the first effort IMO.

 

[Mos Def Eisley]

I have lurked on this site here and there for years, but wasn't really buying at that time so didn't join. I just picked up a couple Yamato statues (Batman and EE exclusive Wonder Woman), but used this site for opinions and photos among others. I am personally really happy with these two statues in person. This weekend I bought the Harley Quinn 13" statue by Bruce Timm and I also pre-ordered Sideshow Spiderman Mark Brooks plus Marvel Premier Punisher from Koto.

But I have to say, some of your collections on here are REALLY awesome. I have the funds but not the space as I am a two tier collector (also collect sports GU gear and autos, 12" action figures & some 6" figures) but I just love looking at other collections. That's my intro / novel

 

[dan350zr]

I have lurked on this site here and there for years, but wasn't really buying at that time so didn't join. I just picked up a couple Yamato statues (Batman and EE exclusive Wonder Woman), but used this site for opinions and photos among others. I am personally really happy with these two statues in person. This weekend I bought the Harley Quinn 13" statue by Bruce Timm and I also pre-ordered Sideshow Spiderman Mark Brooks plus Marvel Premier Punisher from Koto.

But I have to say, some of your collections on here are REALLY awesome. I have the funds but not the space as I am a two tier collector (also collect sports GU gear and autos, 12" action figures & some 6" figures) but I just love looking at other collections. That's my intro / novel

Space is my biggest issue also.... I thought I had it all figured out as I was going to build a 800 sq.ft. man cave onto the side of my house but my GF argued that it should be a small apartment (IE: two rooms and a small kitchen & laundry room) for resale purposes so I compromised and had some custom shelves built into the walls.. I use it as a man cave but when we have friends/family over they stay in it.. But I still dream what it would of looked like full of shelves

 

[nearmint]

I have lurked on this site here and there for years, but wasn't really buying at that time so didn't join. I just picked up a couple Yamato statues (Batman and EE exclusive Wonder Woman), but used this site for opinions and photos among others. I am personally really happy with these two statues in person. This weekend I bought the Harley Quinn 13" statue by Bruce Timm and I also pre-ordered Sideshow Spiderman Mark Brooks plus Marvel Premier Punisher from Koto.

But I have to say, some of your collections on here are REALLY awesome. I have the funds but not the space as I am a two tier collector (also collect sports GU gear and autos, 12" action figures & some 6" figures) but I just love looking at other collections. That's my intro / novel

Welcome!

 

[Mos Def Eisley]

Space is my biggest issue also.... I thought I had it all figured out as I was going to build a 800 sq.ft. man cave onto the side of my house but my GF argued that it should be a small apartment (IE: two rooms and a small kitchen & laundry room) for resale purposes so I compromised and had some custom shelves built into the walls.. I use it as a man cave but when we have friends/family over they stay in it.. But I still dream what it would of looked like full of shelves

When I was single I lived in a townhome and had a really huge spare room with a walk in closet, so I had plenty of space for my entire collection. Since then I moved into a house and got Married. My wife gave me a spare room and the hallway, but the rest of the house is hers LOL. So I have sports gear in the hallway, sports gear in the room (displayed in lots of glass curios) and my comics/statues/figures in the closet. So literally you close the closet doors and you never know I am a "closet geek". But I did lots of work in there. Got a nice stained bookshelf, couple plastic bins for my 6" figs and organized it nicely. However I am already at the edge of space. I got room for 2 more statues and a couple more 12" figures. I sale often to add space and get some recycled money for the hobby.

So yes I feel your pain and understand compromise all too well.

 

[Mos Def Eisley]

Welcome!

Thank you!

 

[Mos Def Eisley]

So I wanted to throw a question out here for some opinions. I only collect Yamato in 1/6 scale (decided to take my collection in a different direction from my earlier post a couple months ago and mostly go for 1/5 scale statues now). Currently I own the EE Wonder Woman and Batman, both of which I love and personally am very happy with. I have seen a Yamato Batgirl in a personal collection and don't quite get the hate it receives (not just on here, in general) as they adjusted a lot of things I didn't like about it before from the prototypes.

I have the opportunity to purchase one for about $80 less than retail. I want to get it as I like it (especially for that price) but obviously don't need it. It's the only other Yamato DC character I even like right now out there, even though Zatanna looks decent from what I have seen.

Any thoughts? I know you should collect what you like but I also (because we all change what we collect all the time) want to be mindful of value down the road as well.

 

[generalszabo]

If you want it then get it but there's no guarantee it'll even hold its value due to it not being very popular. I personally prefer the purple version of this statue (even though the modern purple suit I think is horrible in the comics)

 

[Mos Def Eisley]

If you want it then get it but there's no guarantee it'll even hold its value due to it not being very popular. I personally prefer the purple version of this statue (even though the modern purple suit I think is horrible in the comics)

Thank you for the input! I guess for me the only silver lining is that it is priced to where I would more than likely get most of my money back if I moved it later. Not my intention mind you, but I just know me too well LOL. What's odd is EE, Sideshow have both sold out of these. For it not being very popular I found that strange to say the least. Could be low stock to start I guess?

Lastly, I'm with you in that I like the purple costume as Batgirl's prefered costume. I loathe the Burnside selfie BS as well. However, in this case I actually really prefer the darker costume over Yamato's purple version.

 

[generalszabo]

If you want it and can afford it then go for it! I'd still like to see pics of it and especially the size relative to other 1/6 scale statues if you can!

 

[dan350zr]

The problem with Yamato is they flood the market with their statues which then causes the prices to drop by 40%-50% several months after release.... They retail for like $250 when they first come out but if you wait 7-8 months you can usually pick them up for $170 new.... Sometimes as low as $99 new... That's the problem with buying statues that have no Edition Size, they don't hold their value.

I think if you can pickup Batgirl for $80 off, that's not bad... It's a decent statue, my only gripe with it was her pose was so stiff looking...

 

[Mos Def Eisley]

If you want it and can afford it then go for it! I'd still like to see pics of it and especially the size relative to other 1/6 scale statues if you can!

This is a short video but it shows the comparison between the Batman I own and Batgirl. I think they look great together and I think she looks good.

She was actually the cheapest thing on my list, however the room to display it is becoming tight though. I bought a McQuarrie SS exclusive Vader this week (one of my two grails) and a GG Elite Corps Clone bust from ROTS so needless to say Batgirl went on the backburner for now.

 

[Mos Def Eisley]

The problem with Yamato is they flood the market with their statues which then causes the prices to drop by 40%-50% several months after release.... They retail for like $250 when they first come out but if you wait 7-8 months you can usually pick them up for $170 new.... Sometimes as low as $99 new... That's the problem with buying statues that have no Edition Size, they don't hold their value.

I think if you can pickup Batgirl for $80 off, that's not bad... It's a decent statue, my only gripe with it was her pose was so stiff looking...

I agree with them in general not retaining value due to lack of edition sizes (though the Batman is sold out on all major sites and goes for over $330 on ebay). I like the two I own (the EE Wonder Woman was only $125 from them shipped so you're right in that instance) and I will inevitably buy Batgirl, but you make a valid point on future value. I am pretty picky about what statues I own due to lack of space so it's why I over think every purchase and miss out many times when they are initially released.

 

[dan350zr]

I agree with them in general not retaining value due to lack of edition sizes (though the Batman is sold out on all major sites and goes for over $330 on ebay). I like the two I own (the EE Wonder Woman was only $125 from them shipped so you're right in that instance) and I will inevitably buy Batgirl, but you make a valid point on future value. I am pretty picky about what statues I own due to lack of space so it's why I over think every purchase and miss out many times when they are initially released.

I'm surprised that their Batman is going for that much, I was never a fan of his pose or sculpt of his body, Although I do like their PVC one better where's he's crouched on the Bat Signal.

 

[Mos Def Eisley]

I'm surprised that their Batman is going for that much, I was never a fan of his pose or sculpt of his body, Although I do like their PVC one better where's he's crouched on the Bat Signal.

I personally really like the normal pose more so than this PVC one. I know from previous posts your not a fan of the Batman statue but in person it really shines. I am thrilled I got that statue for $200 when I did, seeing how all the sites are sold out of it and the prices on ebay now.

 

[Farmer Ted]

the cape looks like long hair...