Dan's Dinosaurs [ Papo 2012 ]

[Pangolinmoth]

Wait, are they retiring the whole line?

[sbell]

Jul 14, 2009 18:17:40 GMT Pangolinmoth said:

Wait, are they retiring the whole line?

I think the idea was to retire most of the older figures in the line.

[Dan]

They're revising the whole line with improved versions of already existing species (Allosaurus, for example). The Apatosaurus has been officially retired, and can no longer be acquired directly from Safari. The others are going to meet a similar fate, and Safari won't be making a big announcement out of their retirees. They never make it obvious, sadly, so you've gotta keep aware.

[Pangolinmoth]

Ah. For some reason I thought they were disco'ing the whole line.

[Dan]

Well, they are, sort of. The new generation of awesomeness (Nigersaurus, Postosuchus, etc.) will replace the old. I think it's because Safari wanted a high quality dinosaur line without the fussiness of "museum branding" you'd get from say, the Carnegie Collection. Though I don't expect the Carnegie name to be abandoned any time soon.

[[][][]cordylus[][][]]

And in the mean time, kids get awesome and accurate educational toys ;D

[Dan]

Provided they steer clear of the aggressively marketed Schleich dinosaurs, yes they do.

Also, got in some awesome fossil replicas. Tyrannosaur teeth and Therizinasaur claws. Might take photos, if anyone is interested.

[Dan]

Tooth and Claw
shown with Carnegie Triceratops for scale

With all these cool toys, it's easy to forget how cool the fossil replicas are. I might have to buy some for myself, once I get these shipped out.



Left to Right:
Record Size Tyrannosaurus Tooth
Utahraptor Claw
Megaraptor Claw
Therizinasaurus Claw

[Blade-of-the-Moon]

All I really needed from the WS line was the Brachio..but it will prob be replaced by a better version next year anyway.... ;D

This move will def give them the room to put the more common/popular species back in there again...it will def be intresting to see what comes out next year now...I remember when the WS was first released..it was what 10 at once ? Wonder if they will boost the line like that again ?

[Dan]

That would be cool, although hopefully they won't sacrifice quality for quantity.

Added to inventory:


Wild Safari Dinosaurs (Special discounts on adults with babies)


Carnegie Spinosaurus, the original king of Egypt (Back in Stock) - $29.99 each

Or, if you prefer more recent Egyptian history:

Ancient Egyptian Archer - $2.00 each


Field Museum Sue Anatotitan - Rare - $5.00 each


Best in Show Rottweiler - $2.00 each


Wildlife Wonders Silverback Gorilla - $15.00 each

Shipping discounts available.
Place orders via PM. Thanks!

[Dan]

New Game:
Name the Figure

This image shows part of a dinosaur figure. The first person to correctly post the manufacturer and species of this dinosaur figure wins one (1) Wild Safari dinosaur of their choice, free with their next purchase. One guess per person, please.

[Tyrannax]

Jul 15, 2009 2:40:08 GMT Dan said:

New Game:
Name the Figure

This image shows part of a dinosaur figure. The first person to correctly post the manufacturer and species of this dinosaur figure wins one (1) Wild Safari dinosaur of their choice, free with their next purchase. One guess per person, please.

Papo

[tomhet]

Papo Stego?

[Dan]

Jul 15, 2009 5:35:41 GMT @tomhet said:

Papo Stego?

Technically, it should be "Stegosaurus". But I'll accept Stego. Congratulations.

[tomhet]

Jul 15, 2009 5:45:20 GMT Dan said:

Jul 15, 2009 5:35:41 GMT @tomhet said:

Papo Stego?

Technically, it should be "Stegosaurus". But I'll accept Stego. Congratulations.

LOL, sorry, I'm half asleep ;D

Thanks! Don't forget to reserve the Sue Rex too please

[Tyrannax]

Oh, didn't see you asked for species. I would have said Papo Stegosaurus of course.


*Sigh* Dam*it. ;D

Congratulations Tomhet! I'm glad I helped you find the brand at least! ;D

(That is if you looked at my post)

[Dan]

Inventory Updated with new Procon CollectA figures


Velociraptor


Pteranodon


Olorotitan


Achelousaurus


Mammoth Calf/Baby


Smilodon (Large)


Agustinia (Deluxe)

Supplies are extremely limited.

[Dan]

Update
Just received word from Sideshow on the Dinosauria Carnotaurus statue


Expected to arrive at the Sideshow warehouse in 10-12 days.

To get the Carnotaurus drop-shipped to your door upon release, send me a PM immediately.

[Blade-of-the-Moon]

Jul 16, 2009 22:26:29 GMT Dan said:

Update
Just received word from Sideshow on the Dinosauria Carnotaurus statue


Expected to arrive at the Sideshow warehouse in 10-12 days.

To get the Carnotaurus drop-shipped to your door upon release, send me a PM immediately.

So that's how your going to ship em ' eh ? Pretty cool Dan...def shaves off the wait time..lol

[Dan]

Slightly, yes. Their warehouse is in California. Since you're practically my neighbor, it wouldn't save more than a few days, but I suppose that could mean a lot if you're really anxious to get it!