Trilogo verification please

[Princess Raya]

I've wanted a Trilogo Vader ever since I saw the translation "Dark Vader" on the card. My cousin used to call him Dark Veeder so it brings back fond memories...

Anyhow, I've recently taken the plunge and acquired one from the wretched hive of scum and villainy that is ebay. Yes, I'm fully aware of the risks I'm taking. I'm swimming with sharks and am likely to get bitten at some point. But hell, I've always felt that getting involved is the best way to gain experience, and I want to gain some. Besides, I'm familiar with the ebay resolution centre if it comes to it!

So this is my new item. I believe it to be a genuine item with a miscard shape bubble. But it's been 30 years since the last one I held and my memory is a little fuzzy. Can anybody put me out of my misery and let me know if I'm correct, or do I need a trip to the resolution centre? (Apologies for the lighting in the photos. Work kinda gets in the way of me using natural light. Could take better photos at the weekend if required)

 

[theforceuk]

Looks fine to me, but Joe's your man for bubbles or edd_jedi. Looks like a nice example, you should post it in latest acquisitions.

Congratulations you've just taken your first step into a new world. :lol:

 

[yodas_uncle]

Strong are you with the force. 8)

 

[itfciain]

Nothing wrong with that one at all - very nice addition

 

[Princess Raya]

Woohoo! Thanks gang. Can only really thank the community in general for the copious volumes of research material available on the tinterweb. Now what's next on my bucket list...

 

[edd_jedi]

Yep that's a nice one!

 

[Pomse2001]

Nice, if I remember correct my tri-logo have the saber in the hand :? is that normal ?

 

[Joe]

It is indeed a miscard bubble Raya. They are extremely fragile/brittle so be careful with it! Actually, it looks like it might already have a crack on one side from the pics?

Lars: Vader is more commonly found with the saber in the arm whereas Luke sabers are usually loose. I had a Ben with a loose saber too so you can find them packaged both ways on Trilogo cards.

 

[edd_jedi]

Yeah my Vader is holding his sabre but my Luke and Ben aren't. am on the lookout for ones that do as they look better IMO.

 

[Princess Raya]

It is indeed a miscard bubble Raya. They are extremely fragile/brittle so be careful with it! Actually, it looks like it might already have a crack on one side from the pics?

Cheers Joe. Yes I see what you mean with it being fragile. That is a crack you spotted on the left side at the top. I rechecked the original listing photos and I think he gained the crack in the post on his way to me. He was well packed in an acrylic case, so can't blame the seller in anyway. He's in good hands now though and won't have to deal with anymore postmen. Lucky Vader isn't fully armed or he might try to cut himself out!

I've also just twigged from your signature that it was your website I was using when researching Vader! Just wanted to say a personal thank you for your efforts putting the site together. It's a fantastic resource for someone like me to learn from - great work

 

[Joe]

Cheers Joe. Yes I see what you mean with it being fragile. That is a crack you spotted on the left side at the top. I rechecked the original listing photos and I think he gained the crack in the post on his way to me. He was well packed in an acrylic case, so can't blame the seller in anyway. He's in good hands now though and won't have to deal with anymore postmen. Lucky Vader isn't fully armed or he might try to cut himself out!

Yeah there really isn't much you can do about it sadly. Even if you package them as best you can it doesn't take much of a knock to crack one Glad he's staying with you, definitely safer that way!

I've also just twigged from your signature that it was your website I was using when researching Vader! Just wanted to say a personal thank you for your efforts putting the site together. It's a fantastic resource for someone like me to learn from - great work

Oh no problem at all, makes it all worthwhile to know it's been of use to someone! Thanks and glad you enjoyed it

 

[Pomse2001]

It is indeed a miscard bubble Raya. They are extremely fragile/brittle so be careful with it! Actually, it looks like it might already have a crack on one side from the pics?

Lars: Vader is more commonly found with the saber in the arm whereas Luke sabers are usually loose. I had a Ben with a loose saber too so you can find them packaged both ways on Trilogo cards.

Thanks Joe, nice.

My vader have the saber in the arm and my ben have the loose saber. I still miss the luke

 

[Dark Sith Lord]

Great pickup there Princess Raya

 

[Jez]

It is indeed a miscard bubble Raya. They are extremely fragile/brittle so be careful with it! Actually, it looks like it might already have a crack on one side from the pics?

Lars: Vader is more commonly found with the saber in the arm whereas Luke sabers are usually loose. I had a Ben with a loose saber too so you can find them packaged both ways on Trilogo cards.

Info and knowledge like this makes this site (and Joe's) priceless!