News Archives

June 6, 2004 -  Dragon has announced a LIMITED 60th ANNIVERSARY D-DAY EDITION figure called "Lt. Dan Summers". This figure depicts a  Platoon Leader (1st Lieutenant), of the 101st Airborne Division at Normandy. For an advanced look at this figure please see the Dragon Models website. If you are looking to add this figure to your collection may we recommend you visit the Tommy's Toys website.

May 28, 2004 - You heard it here first Ignite Industrial co. is announcing a new figure called the Teutonic Knight. This figure will be the forth in the crusader series. Ignite has not announced a release date or this figure, but if you would like an advance look check out. Ignite's web page. If your looking to add this figure to your collection or any of the other Ignite figures may we suggest Tommy's Toys.

May 7, 2004- Just a reminder to mark your calendar. If you plan to attend the 40th anniversary GIjoe convention in Orlando Florida you better hurry. The convention will be held in Disney's Contemporary Resort and Hotel from July 1-4. For more information see the Master Collector website-

May 7, 2004 -If you like figures with extreme detail then you need to check out Hot Toys The U.S. Army Ranger. For a preview of this figure see the Hot Toys website.

May 7, 2004 - Dragon Models has announced a new figure called Ermanarich. This figure will depict a Goth Warrior from 150 AD to 372 AD. Look for this guy to hit the shelves sometime this June. If you cant wait until June check Dragon Models website. 

April 21, 2004 - Looking for something a little different then check out Sideshows  Revolutionary War Redcoat from the 64th Regiment Foot. This is a limited edition figure of 3000 that is currently on preorder. See the Sideshow Collectables Websitefor more information.
 

April 21, 2004 - Just when you thought life could not get any better, or at least in the world of action figures. Dragon Models USA has announced a new exclusive figure named Heinrich Zimm, Heinrich is a WWII  Fallschirmjager Officer - Ardennes 1944. This figure will have functional zippered pockets, a diecast Luger with working weapons mechanisms, cloth ammunition pouches and more. For a sneak peek check out Dragon's website.

April 8, 2004 - It looks like the team at Ignite have been a little busy. Ignite has officially  announced third figure in their Crusade series called the Knight Hospitaller. To get a sneak peek of this figure visit  Ignite's web page. If your looking to add this figure to your collection or any of the other Ignite figures check out Tommy's Toys.

March 19, 2004 - Dragon Models has announced a new figure Nachjager: Defense of Berlin (April) 1945 "Arno". the release date has not been announced but for a sneak peek check out Dragon's website.

March 19, 2004 - Time is running out if you plan to attend the 40th anniversary GIjoe convention in Orlando Florida. The convention will be held in Disney's Contemporary Resort and Hotel from July 1-4. for information see the Master Collector website

March 5, 2004 - Ignite has announced a new figure in its Roman series called the Roman Republican Legionary. If you have been collecting this series you really need to check out this figure on Ignite's web page. If your looking to add this figure to your collection or any of the other Ignite figures check out Tommy's Toys.

March 1, 2004 - You better Hurry - The G.I. Joe Collectors Club is giving away a  FREE Clear 40th Anniversary Figure or a FREE 3 3/4 inch Glow-in-the-dark Heavy Water Figure if you Join by March 15, 2004. Visit Master Collector.

March 19, 2004 - Dragon Models has announced a new figure Nachjager: Defense of Berlin (April) 1945 "Arno". the release date has not been announced but for a sneak peek check out Dragon's website.

March 19, 2004 - Time is running out if you plan to attend the 40th anniversary GIjoe convention in Orlando Florida. The convention will be held in Disney's Contemporary Resort and Hotel from July 1-4. for information see the Master Collector website

March 5, 2004 - Ignite has announced a new figure in its Roman series called the Roman Republican Legionary. If you have been collecting this series you really need to check out this figure on Ignite's web page. If your looking to add this figure to your collection or any of the other Ignite figures check out Tommy's Toys.

March 1, 2004 - You better Hurry - The G.I. Joe Collectors Club is giving away a  FREE Clear 40th Anniversary Figure or a FREE 3 3/4 inch Glow-in-the-dark Heavy Water Figure if you Join by March 15, 2004. Visit Master Collector.

 February 25,2004 -Dragon Models has announced a new figure entitles Dewey. Dewey is a 162nd Regiment "Jungleer" 41st Infantry Division Biak New Guinea 1944. Check out the Dragon models website for more details. DragonmodelsUSA

February 22, 2004 - Sideshow toys has announced that they will be doing a series based on the Original Planet of the Apes movie. They have five figures available for Pre-Order Cornelius, Dr. Zaius, Gorilla Soldier, Taylor (Charlton Heston) and Zira. The expected release date is Sept/Oct 2004. I did have a chance to get a look at three of the prototype figure at the NYC Toy fair last week and they looked very cool. If you would like to get a closer look visit the Sideshow Collectables Website.

February 20, 2004 - While at the NYC Toy fair this year I had a chance to get a sneak peak at Sideshow Collectables latest addition to their James Bond series. The new figure is 007  as portrayed by  Sean Connery in the movie Thunderball. this figure is decked out in scuba gear and is limited to 500 pieces. to get a look at the prototype check out SideShow Collectibles. 

February 06, 2004 - It has arrived! Our very own Ignite Roman II has arrived and he is currently getting the once over. I would like to thank Tom of Tommy's Toys for all his efforts and troubles in getting this figure to us so fast, trust me when I say he has gone the extra mile for us. Look for a complete review of the Roman II in the March edition. While your waiting for our review make sure to check out Tommy's Toy's.

February 06, 2004 - Dragon Models is currently taking orders for the second figure in their SOLDAT series. The figure's name is James "Jim" Gordon (aka SOLDAT 002)and he is a member of the 101st Airborne. You can look for Jim to hit the shelves this April. As with the last SOLDAT preorders are being taken for the next 7days. If you would like an advanced look at SOLDAT 002 "Jim" see the DragonmodelsUSA website. I just talked to Tom at Tommy's Toys and he said he was currently accepting pre orders.

February 06, 2003 - This March Dragon Models is scheduled to ship their first US Civil war figure General Robert E. for detailed stats on this figure please see the DragonmodelsUSA website.

January 30, 2004 - Ignite Industrial Co has started shipping it's newest figure in their very successful Roman Centurion series. The new Centurion is sporting a new head sculpt, red cape, and feathers in his helmet.  For more information please see the ignite web page (www.igniteco.com) To get your very own Centurion may we recommend Tommy's toys.

January 30, 2004 - The rumors are true, action figures are not just military. Check out SideShow Collectibles Vlad The Impaler this figure looks very promising. Also look for a review this summer.

January 30, 2004 - Soon to be on a store shelf near you. bbi has announced  US Army Corporal "Red" Parker a WWI based figure. Check out bbi's website for more information on this figure and look for him to be reviewed summer.

January 30,2004 - Ignite has just announced a new figure in its very successful Viking series. For more information please see Ignite's website.

January 20,2004 - THE 2004 AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL TOY FAIR will be held in Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on February 15 through the 18th. for more information please use the following link 2004 ToyFair

January 17, 2004 - Dragon Models announced that they will be offering a WWI sniper figures named "Alan". For more information see Dragon Models.