Knock-off figures - general discussion

[CityRaptor]

Kinda ironic that the JPIII figures get ripped off so often, given that those are widely considered the worst JP Figures. Doesn't help that these molds got released again and again....

Even the name "Holy Stone" sounds pretentious and annoying, like they're going for something classy to hide the fact that they're a bunch of crooks.

It sounds like some sort of artifact.

[stargatedalek]

Even the name "Holy Stone" sounds pretentious and annoying, like they're going for something classy to hide the fact that they're a bunch of crooks.

It sounds like some sort of artifact.

sounds like something out of a sci-fi flick to me

[CityRaptor]

I thought more of a fantasy flick than a sci-fi one. Probably guarded by a dragon or griffon or maybe a wizard. Or a dragon who is also a wizard!

[TJ_Terrorsaur]

That's sounds like an awesome SciFi film, with all three ideas. A Griffon and his Wizard Dragon ally are guarding a sacred artifact.

It is sad and yes the JP3 Toys were eh, but I won't lie when I say they do hold a place in my heart I still have 3 of them and they're all that's left of my old collection. It sucks that they get stolen and people buy these. I've gone to several of their pages and people say they're great toys for the price, some rarely say the toys are cheaply made.

[triceratops83]

Kinda ironic that the JPIII figures get ripped off so often, given that those are widely considered the worst JP Figures. Doesn't help that these molds got released again and again....

Even the name "Holy Stone" sounds pretentious and annoying, like they're going for something classy to hide the fact that they're a bunch of crooks.

It sounds like some sort of artifact.

Hopefully something that backfires on them like the Ark of the Covenant in Raiders Of The Lost Ark.

[stargatedalek]

they open it, only to find themselves devoured by their own demonic creations

[triceratops83]

they open it, only to find themselves devoured by their own demonic creations

At first they see a superficial resemblance to the great Safari figures - "It's beautiful!"
Then it morphs into the nightmarish ripoff, seam lines and garish paint job - "AAAAAAARRGGHH!"

[triceratops83]

Anyone seen these copies of the Favorite Bobble-heads?
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Bobble-Head-Dinosaur-Figures-Set-of-2-by-Toysmith-T-Rex-Triceratops-/311210902306?pt=Vintage_Antique_Toys_US&hash=item48759d8322

[ignite444]

I'm half tempted to buy those! o.O

Edit: Went ahead and purchased them. How often do you find stuff like that? XD

[triceratops83]

I'm half tempted to buy those! o.O

Edit: Went ahead and purchased them. How often do you find stuff like that? XD

lol. Wasn't my intent... Check out the Favorite originals, they are better.
Admittedly it's a good price for the two of them though.

[ignite444]

I do own the Favorite Allosaurus, but not the Triceratops. I just wanted them because I like bobble heads, lol! Besides, for knock-offs, they don't look half bad.

[triceratops83]

Bobble-heads are generally popular, someone should do a line of Dinosaurs, I don't know of any...

[SpittersForEver]

I am not sure, but I think these are knock-offs
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00QAOVM0W?psc=1

[SBell]

I am not sure, but I think these are knock-offs
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00QAOVM0W?psc=1

They are--unless Schleich & Carnegie joined forces to make terrible versions of their figures! Well, in Schleich's case, more terrible...

[SpittersForEver]

I am not sure, but I think these are knock-offs
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00QAOVM0W?psc=1

They are--unless Schleich & Carnegie joined forces to make terrible versions of their figures! Well, in Schleich's case, more terrible...

Ha ha, lol   

[SpittersForEver]

Is it just me or do a lot of dinosaur toy's packaging or boxes come with a picture of papo dinosaurs like this    http://www.amazon.co.uk/Grossman-Ltd-Dinosaur-Set-Pieces/dp/B00DNXSGJI/ref=pd_sim_sbs_k_h_b_cs_26?ie=UTF8&refRID=1B8F2F4NFPYXZV262R50     I also think I saw a book with the papo T rex on it.

[Rathalosaurus]

They do. I have seen more than ten docens of packages with Papo's Dinosaurs.

[Sim]

I am not sure, but I think these are knock-offs
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00QAOVM0W?psc=1

They are--unless Schleich & Carnegie joined forces to make terrible versions of their figures! Well, in Schleich's case, more terrible...

Hahaha!  I agree!  The Stegosaurus looks like one of CollectA's ones.

[ignite444]

Trying to win bids on knock-off figures for Papo and such on eBay is a pain in my rear. -.-

[Cammy]

I am not sure, but I think these are knock-offs
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00QAOVM0W?psc=1

They are--unless Schleich & Carnegie joined forces to make terrible versions of their figures! Well, in Schleich's case, more terrible...

I found the same six dinosaurs, although with different paint jobs and packaging at my local Prices Plus store for $3.99 each! I couldn't resist, and bought two of them. They're copies of the Safari Ltd. Carnegie Collection Miragaia (http://dinotoyblog.com/2011/05/23/miragaia-carnegie-collection-by-safari-ltd/)and the CollectA Stegosaurus (http://dinotoyblog.com/2014/08/24/stegosaurus-collecta/), although with different colour schemes. While the patterning on the Miragaia is still the same as the original, the patterning on the Stegosaurus appears to be more reminiscent of the Wild Safari Stegosaurus.