collectable figs

[Bluesecrets]

I don't think people realize that the quality issues have been addressed. The knee-jerk "No China" mentality is a bit short-sighted at this point.

Agreed. Also a very valid point is to say that some of the coolest things lately have been made in China for LEGO, aka the cow, the jester hat, the new huge shark...

[stuifzand]

I don't think people realize that the quality issues have been addressed. The knee-jerk "No China" mentality is a bit short-sighted at this point.

The legpart of the figs definately have a cheap feel (megabloks).
Torso, head etc are ok.
But the legs, they are different from what we expect...
And yes, I have the figs myself
Robin Hood/Forest guy is super!

[Blueandwhite]

I don't think people realize that the quality issues have been addressed. The knee-jerk "No China" mentality is a bit short-sighted at this point.

The legpart of the figs definately have a cheap feel (megabloks).
Torso, head etc are ok.
But the legs, they are different from what we expect...
And yes, I have the figs myself
Robin Hood/Forest guy is super!

That's disappointing. Sounds like the the quality is comparable to the recent Toy Story figures. It isn't terrible but it's not the best either. I don't care where the bricks are manufactured but I am concerned by any noticeable drop in quality. I don't want chalky plastic to become the norm simply because LEGO wanted to save a few bucks.

At least Robin Hood's legs are plain. They can be replaced with an existing set of green legs. Figures like the Cheerleader, Wrestler, Caveman or Astronaut are stuck with their legs. Still, as long as the torso and heads are okay I'll live as my priority is to pick up several Robin Hoods.

[stuifzand]

That's my concern too. The clown is great, but the legs can't be replaced because of the print.