Thanks to Darkprime for sharing in our Virginia Transformers sightings forum, photographic proof that the new Transformers Earthrise Wave 2 Leader Class Doubledealer has been found at US retail.
Doubledealer was spotted at Woodbridge Target in Virginia. Keep in mind that the official release date for this item is in August 1st, so you better ask first if it’s available at your local stores.
Happy hunting!
YoungPrime
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It looks like a floppy, blocky, hollow mess IMO. The bird mode is basically pointless. And Astrotrain was a Fathers Day gift (which would've been the Seekers if they were around back then) otherwise he would've been a pass to. I'm not a fan of these current Leader class designs.
But to be clear, I love Decepticons. I'm one of the main advocates in here who lobby for more updated Decepticon CHUG's. But only if I find the design of the character warranted.
bearytrek
is the removable abs-piece supposed to be their homage to the old powermaster function? That spotlight/missile box piece also seems a bit odd to me…
I do appreciate they have a tray for the cassette versions of the powermaster characters on the new one though…
Gumblor Gimbles
Sorry, I interpreted it as being that you saying that the design wasn’t worthy of the leader class price point or something.
YoungPrime
My comment about the character should've covered the matter. I'm content with the Blitzwing repaint of DD. If you love the ER version then feel free to buy 10.
Hexatron
I might be because he forced the knees into position during transformation. I've been turning the black knee piece with one hand while sliding the thigh into position. You'll know what I mean once the figure is in hand.
Vector Oracle
Huh. Guess that was just his copy, then. Good to know.
Gumblor Gimbles
What about the figure isn’t worth the price?
T-Hybrid
Where in the review does he mention them? My concern about stress/cracks is around how his knee collapses for bird mode…but I wouldn't know specifically where to check.
Hexatron
I have transformed mine 10 or so times and do not have any stress marks.
newmanium
I have been waiting for a set of comparison pictures. Thank you!
Honestly, from what I see Earthrise DD appears to be a terrible and lazy modern update to the G1 toy. I say that because it appears to simply copy the G1 toy design. The bird mode is just as atrocious as the G1 toy. The bot mode proportions are worse than the G1 toy (besides the oversized head).
The G1 toy is one the last G1 toys I can remember playing with as a child. I love it. Maybe I wil llove Earthrise DD after nostalgia hits. I expect to receive it by tomorrow.
Shin Densetsu
Has anyone found this outside of Target yet, like at Walmart or Best Buy?
Vector Oracle
How many people are getting the stress marks on the leg joints that PrimevsPrime mentioned in his review? I’d like to know how common this issue is before I get this guy.
Pun-3X
I know some comparisons exist around the net (mostly in video reviews), but I thought I'd take a few comparison pics in all modes.
Lio Kaiser
My DD came in today from Amazon! Love this guy, but do be careful with the mushroom peg inside his knee joints. I popped one off mid-transformation, and had to unscrew and separate his leg to try and peg it back in (as it slides in at a weird angle).
Over-all, I'm pretty happy with him, and I can finally retire the Blitzwing recolor! And I'm really glad with how well Knok and Skar look with him, so happy I was able to get that Spy Patrol set at normal price!View attachment 28705122 View attachment 28705123 View attachment 28705125 View attachment 28705126 View attachment 28705127 View attachment 28705128 View attachment 28705129 View attachment 28705130
Greeman
Well, no sign of him in Richmond via popfindr. But of course these sites only seem to work half the time. Hmn.
daimchoc
As per Target's listing details for Double Dealer:
TCIN: 78917038
UPC: 5010993660117
Item Number (DPCI): 087-16-6661
Compared to Optimus Prime:
TCIN: 78917034
UPC: 5010993639748
Item Number (DPCI): 087-16-1267
But at the store, they use the assortment DPCI – 087-16-3984
Greeman
Is there a proper DPCI for DD or is it just the leader pricepoint?
Lio Kaiser
Just got my Amazon shipment notification for my DD order placed on May 31st. I should be getting it on Saturday! Glad I don't have to keep checking my Target for it now.
Pun-3X
Sightings all over Vegas. A few of us have gotten the chance to pick him up.
Also, I know it was mentioned that Amazon has this for $42.99. Target price matched, and I got him for the same. I feel a lot better at nearer to $40 for this guy. Not a bad figure overall. Robot mode has all the articulation.
Tail/plate/thing goes right in the parts drawer.
all are dead
As a former retail employee, dont even REMOTELY think about doing this. They are not only the bottom of the barrel and have NO immediate connection to the people that can change that, THESE. ARE. TOYS. and we are in the middle of a global pandemic, which regardless of personal feelings, adds an IMMENSE amount more stress on people. This absolutely wont result in your tantrum working. You harassing employees and encouraging harassment should not be welcome here and I cannot even remotely understand why a unnecessary product is worth this, more or less a toy.
People acting like this is why Funko POP collectors are looked upon so badly.