Die Cast? How do we feel about them?

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Die Cast? How do we feel about them?

Postby Elewitt2022 » Wed Jul 06, 2022 3:41 pm

What is the general feeling about Die Casts among the Fukofunatic Community?

I actually like the way that they display - they feel protected but also totally visible. Easy to open if you want to - not like a pop protector, where once it goes in, I dare not try to open it again and damage the thing I am trying to protect.

And I like the weight of them - they feel substantial!

But I get that they also cost a lot more. So, maybe best for special characters or product lines.

Where do we think they will go next with future Die Casts?

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Postby Geescube » Wed Jul 06, 2022 3:54 pm

They are just fine! I wont make habit of getting all releases due to cost but Ill be picking up characters i need

Hoping for a Kylo Ren tbh!
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Postby Niteowl_1 » Wed Jul 06, 2022 3:55 pm

I love how they look but I’ll only be picking up my favorite characters
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Postby Sarcasticguy » Wed Jul 06, 2022 4:03 pm

I'm ok with them. Only have Captain America right now and probably will be very picky on which other ones get released. Even though they're "different", I can't justify 1. Collecting outside of my Fandoms and 2. Owning a reprint of a pop.... essentially.
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Postby Vteck » Wed Jul 06, 2022 4:14 pm

Sarcasticguy wrote:I'm ok with them. Only have Captain America right now and probably will be very picky on which other ones get released. Even though they're "different", I can't justify 1. Collecting outside of my Fandoms and 2. Owning a reprint of a pop.... essentially.


Same bro only have Iron Man at the moment and i will also probably very selective as to which ones i do purchase specially with the higher price point.
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Postby Elewitt2022 » Wed Jul 06, 2022 4:28 pm

Kylo Ren would be very cool!

Even better - Darth Maul !!
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Postby Gsanch28 » Wed Jul 06, 2022 4:35 pm

Well I have all the die cast except for the Darth Vader which I will get eventually. Got to say I do like the chase ones but think maybe different colors or maybe even slight color differences would be nice like chrome or gold. Or gun metal black would be awesome
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Postby Elewitt2022 » Wed Jul 06, 2022 4:41 pm

Gsanch28 wrote:Well I have all the die cast except for the Darth Vader which I will get eventually. Got to say I do like the chase ones but think maybe different colors or maybe even slight color differences would be nice like chrome or gold. Or gun metal black would be awesome


Totally agree that the Chase could be other kinds of finish - the pewter / silver is cool, but not so much if all chases are the same.
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Postby ryanc_ » Wed Jul 06, 2022 5:16 pm

I think they are great on characters that make sense, with metallic bodies like boba fett or the mandalorian.

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Postby Valde » Wed Jul 06, 2022 5:36 pm

I’ve only bought the Star Wars ones so far. Overall I like them, they’re pretty metal. :headbang:
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Postby mongoose12 » Wed Jul 06, 2022 5:56 pm

I think they are cool but I’m being very selective about which ones I buy. Captain America and Batman remain my favorites until we see a Freddy at least.
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Postby Gsanch28 » Wed Jul 06, 2022 6:00 pm

I think maybe even retro chases would be awesome. Like the Batman chase be the 66 Batman just color scheme not like complete change in cast.
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Postby rexflexall » Wed Jul 20, 2022 11:48 am

Bring on the Jumbos now LOL!

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Postby jagpop » Wed Jul 20, 2022 12:14 pm

I really enjoy the quality and material of the die casts. They are heavy and cost more so I'll be very selective with this line. As many have said, maybe only certain lines or even certain characters.
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Postby AnyGivenFunko » Wed Jul 20, 2022 12:34 pm

I'm a fan. To me, it is aesthetically pleasing. Love the box design and case.
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Postby brooklyn_geek » Wed Jul 20, 2022 1:15 pm

Well done to be sure but the actual weight & price points don't agree with me

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Postby Popfanatics » Wed Jul 20, 2022 1:21 pm

I like them but too heavy and pricey for me
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Postby Cmpotter » Wed Jul 20, 2022 2:52 pm

I like the die cast and leaving them to iconic characters. The outer protector is so neat with the etched on label. I hope they make some disney, like Mickey or Maleficent (yes I’ll ask for Maleficent everything lol!)
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Postby lavery01 » Wed Jul 20, 2022 11:30 pm

I actually enjoy the line, but like most have to be selective on which ones I purchase. Would love to see some ad icon ones.
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Postby funko_gtx91 » Wed Jul 20, 2022 11:37 pm

Elewitt2022 wrote:What is the general feeling about Die Casts among the Fukofunatic Community?

I actually like the way that they display - they feel protected but also totally visible. Easy to open if you want to - not like a pop protector, where once it goes in, I dare not try to open it again and damage the thing I am trying to protect.

And I like the weight of them - they feel substantial!

But I get that they also cost a lot more. So, maybe best for special characters or product lines.

Where do we think they will go next with future Die Casts?

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The colors definitely pop out but I do wish they where a little cheaper!!

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Postby tlaloc666 » Thu Jul 21, 2022 4:17 am

Love the die cast ! Totally worth it !!

And perfect for the main characters on each collection

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Postby digithor » Fri Jul 22, 2022 1:47 am

tlaloc666 wrote:Love the die cast ! Totally worth it !!

And perfect for the main characters on each collection

Batman, Skeletor, Deadpool, Tmnt !!


Skeletor could get added to my collection if they ever decide to make that one.
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Postby McMikins » Fri Jul 22, 2022 3:06 am

I overall like them, but I am not a fan of the price point for a common type of pop that has already been made before. I would like to see limited numbered editions and maybe like one offs for fandoms. These are unique and need to have different editions that go with it as well.
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Postby MPF223 » Sat Jul 23, 2022 11:19 pm

I felt captain america was cool but idk they lost their appeal real quick in my opinion
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Postby willowbard » Sun Jul 24, 2022 12:50 am

I like the quality of the Pop and love how they've made the cases. Yes, pricey and yes, selective going forward. I understand the thrill of the "chase" but for me these are just too expensive to really try for a chase. If I buy it, it's buy one and done and hope for the best.

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Postby heymrosario » Thu Jul 28, 2022 12:05 pm

Love the new Thor die cast figure!!! I think I'm fine just owning the common lol Chasing the chase will be super expensive haha
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Postby CoolNerd » Thu Jul 28, 2022 12:07 pm

Just saw the announcement for the new Thor Die Cast! It’s amazing!
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Postby aprilyoufools » Thu Jul 28, 2022 12:10 pm

heymrosario wrote:Love the new Thor die cast figure!!! I think I'm fine just owning the common lol Chasing the chase will be super expensive haha

Especially when collectors are still hunting/trading for the SDCC, Fundays, Hall H, and Box of Fun exclusives. And the Jay and Silent Bob NFTs that just dropped and anxiously awaiting a new announcement for whatever the next NFT drop is, whenever that is... huge ouch.
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Postby heymrosario » Thu Jul 28, 2022 12:32 pm

aprilyoufools wrote:
heymrosario wrote:Love the new Thor die cast figure!!! I think I'm fine just owning the common lol Chasing the chase will be super expensive haha

Especially when collectors are still hunting/trading for the SDCC, Fundays, Hall H, and Box of Fun exclusives. And the Jay and Silent Bob NFTs that just dropped and anxiously awaiting a new announcement for whatever the next NFT drop is, whenever that is... huge ouch.


I think my wallet just ran away from me after reading that list of events lol Yeah, it's going to be a hefty lift for sure and upcoming cons are creeping in closer and closer haha. I'm totally fine with the common, unless you can convince me to get both! lol I'm totally kidding!
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Postby Tusken » Thu Jul 28, 2022 12:34 pm

I'm just waiting on a die-cast Man of Steel since we have WW and Bats already. :freddy3:
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Postby mccommonsodas » Thu Jul 28, 2022 12:44 pm

I only have the Iron Man die cast so far - I'm a fan they just haven't done any others that I collect yet. Will be all over if they do any BTTF. I highly doubt they would do it (would probably be a $100 pop), but I would LOVE to see a die cast Time Machine...just seems right to me :)
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Postby Imagery » Thu Jul 28, 2022 12:45 pm

I feel like this is a bit of a luxury line for Funko. The material is higher end, it has a very nice display case and the price point is higher. I'm still not sold on the chases, but have really liked the look and feel of the figures.
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heymrosario wrote:
aprilyoufools wrote:
heymrosario wrote:Love the new Thor die cast figure!!! I think I'm fine just owning the common lol Chasing the chase will be super expensive haha

Especially when collectors are still hunting/trading for the SDCC, Fundays, Hall H, and Box of Fun exclusives. And the Jay and Silent Bob NFTs that just dropped and anxiously awaiting a new announcement for whatever the next NFT drop is, whenever that is... huge ouch.


I think my wallet just ran away from me after reading that list of events lol Yeah, it's going to be a hefty lift for sure and upcoming cons are creeping in closer and closer haha. I'm totally fine with the common, unless you can convince me to get both! lol I'm totally kidding!

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Postby mongoose12 » Thu Jul 28, 2022 2:10 pm

thor is dope but ugh why another chase? lol funko knows how to play with my emotions lol
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Postby Elewitt2022 » Thu Jul 28, 2022 3:45 pm

Here is the newest Die Cast!

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Postby brooklyn_geek » Thu Jul 28, 2022 3:48 pm

They're too heavy and the price doesn't agree with my pockets, but they LOOK cool lol

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Postby supertoygiant » Thu Jul 28, 2022 4:15 pm

Elewitt2022 wrote:What is the general feeling about Die Casts among the Fukofunatic Community?

I actually like the way that they display - they feel protected but also totally visible. Easy to open if you want to - not like a pop protector, where once it goes in, I dare not try to open it again and damage the thing I am trying to protect.

And I like the weight of them - they feel substantial!

But I get that they also cost a lot more. So, maybe best for special characters or product lines.

Where do we think they will go next with future Die Casts?

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Postby lukeaixin » Thu Jul 28, 2022 4:16 pm

I enjoy die casts that actually make sense, e.g. the Iron Man or Boba Fett. But unpainted chases are lazy and do not appeal to me.

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Postby fieldsy32 » Thu Jul 28, 2022 5:30 pm

Love the new Thor announcement. Hopefully will be able to snag the chase!
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Postby Weho7SD » Thu Jul 28, 2022 8:36 pm

Hope the never release a Superman one cos I'll want it. Lol
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