I did.

Before they shipped it to me they assured me they'd "check to make sure it's perfect for you."

When it arrived it had a droop, also a jammed stock and battery port/mag (both unjammed by me).

So I doubt they did any check.

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Steve
Corporal in 69th Regt. 1st Batt. Homer’s Heroes.

"I'd like to die at the age of 80 in my own bed, with a belly full of wine and a girl's mouth around my c**k."

I must admit that in my excitement to own a "genuine" PR I didn't do much research in to alternatives but I know myself well enough that if I haven't scratch/kit built one myself by now I never will, so the HCG one was perfect for me.

All this talk of droop or whatever doesn't really bother me either. While I agree that you are entitled to be a bit pedantic about quality when you spent nearly $1000 but I've seen some pictures of the droop and it's not something I would cancel my order over, obviously people have different standard/needs and I do understand why some people would be disapointed.

Having said that, I posted about my problems importing the HCG PR in the "australian PR" thread but nobody has responded yet so I'm hoping I don't break any rules by cross posting to this thread in the hope someone can help me, please?

viewtopic.php?p=141807#p141807

Well, After finally making my 6th and final payment with Propstore I recieved my HCG PR last week. I LOVE IT!!!!!! I think that I have been really lucky in that there appears to be no noticeable droop or other any other defect. I thought I knew what to expect from the PR as I have seen all the pics in the various threads on this and other forums, but I was blown away by the sheer quality and craftsmanship of it! I do feel for anyone who understandably feels dissatisfied with theirs as there really are some horrendous pics out there showing severe droops/mis-allignment etc but I am over the moon with mine. Can't get over the weight and sturdyness of it! I don't collect props and have no interest in guns but like many here after seeing ALIENS in '86 fell in love with this iconic weapon, who would have thought that 25 years later I would have my very own to fondle/caress/smooch! I am thinking now that I need an aluminium flight case to keep the beauty in. Any suggestions?

You want a Starlite (Starlight?) or Pellican case.

They ain't cheap though.


Kevin

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I told you I'd shoot, but you didn't believe me! WHY DIDN'T YOU BELIEVE ME!?!

Thanks Kevin. Been having a look...very pricey but they look the business! Cheers.

Well, RIPSTICK is the new proud owner of #597; and , he and I exchanged some data about a problem some others have experienced: DO NOT DO WHAT CPL. HICKS SAYS.. "get another one , and slap it in hard" when refering to inserting a magazine. Take it from me folks, I let my MAG slide home with moderate force, and the base plate promptly shattered into 3 large, and several small pieces of clear(painted over) and very brittle resin !!! All this on the very day I finallized the sale to RIPSTICK.

Fortunately, there is a happy ending. One E-mail to HCG; on a Saturday, brought an immediate response from Collin Bowman at HCG. I attached a picture of the damage, and, AGAIN,an immediate response was given : "we are sending out a complementry replacement magazine". It arrived in 6 days ( California to Connecticut).

When I informed RIPSTICK of the problem, he stated that he was aware of several MARINES who have experienced the very same problem.

Please forgive me if this topic has already been broached: I dont have the time to read 31 pages worth of posts, and I felt that with all the BAD press that HCG has recieved on the M41-A, some good customer service NEWS was warranted, as well a caution on "John Wayne'ing...(or Hicks'ing in this case ) MAG insertions. My only comment to HCG would be on material selection for the MAG base plate.......you chose...poorly


STAY FROSTY MARINES.......and keep in touch........ RIPSTICK.... take care of "597"... may it serve you well............

DOC Vito

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"Doc" Vito
Sgt.V. D'Aiuto
A07/TQ0.042140E1

"I say we grease this RAT-F*CK Son of B*TCH RIGHT NOW!"

hi,have one of these ,very good,got it on ebay ,had to pay import duty and customs £78 ontop of price for pulse £614 ,its one hell of a bitch,nice ....

have purchased one (brown bess) ,took three weeks to come ,held at customs for a week,had to pay £78 custom charges and inport tax,but its a beast, i am happy with it on all levels ,would like a live firing one but hey this is good enough,,got it on ebay,hohotoys state side ...worth it in every way ,if you got the dosh.......

Why did you write that twice?

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AKA: Simon

Well I was hoping to score this yesterday... but it went waaaaay over what I planned on bidding-


http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Aliens-Pulse-Rif ... 3f0cc33794


I set myself a limit of $600 (even that was a little high for me, but figured I wouldn't be able to snag it for less). When the auction jumped up to $665, I said forget it.

Really sucks as this was already in Canada (thereby putting my paranoid mind at ease ).

Oh well. Next time.


Kevin

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I told you I'd shoot, but you didn't believe me! WHY DIDN'T YOU BELIEVE ME!?!

Can't you just get one in the US and get somebody to mule it for you?

I thought they only searched Canadians coming TO the USA.

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"A writer needs a pen, a painter a brush, and a filmmaker an army." - Orson Wells.

http://www.rookscastle.com
http://www.alchemyarms.com

Might want to ask Rob how "friendly" our Customs officers are these days.

Apparently things have changed.

And really it wouldn't be right to ask someone to bring it across for me (just on the odd chance they get searched and receive a big WTF! reaction).

Besides half the point of trying to snag this auction was the hope I could get it for much less than the going price.

I still have my Matsucorp v1.0 PR. Just going to have to wait until I can find a metal stock and vent for an upgrade.


Kevin

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I told you I'd shoot, but you didn't believe me! WHY DIDN'T YOU BELIEVE ME!?!

Or, you know, move here.

I've been keeping my eye open for a broken, droopy, low cost HGC myself lately. I'm hoping to snag one for about the same budget Kevin set for himself. Mind you, that recently went to fixing my damn car instead.

Good luck Sarge.

I got a modified HCG shroud for that much, never regretted it. Look into it, then upgrade.

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"When you can balance a tack hammer on your head, you can head off your foes with a balanced attack"
Wes Studi, Mystery Men

How many little old ladies did everyone need to rob in order to pay for their pulse rifles. This thing is expensive!

I held onto some of my new years bonus....never thought I'd be able to hold onto it for that long.

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Not that I was looking to acquire another HCG pulse rifle, but I couldn't help but come across one that only a few days ago sold on eBay with a BIN for $465.00 + $42.00 USD. It was the standard Brown Bess version - which I prefer anyways - and had a repaired magazine, but for a grand total of $507 someone definitely got a deal.

I can only assume the seller fell on hard times and needed some fast cash.

I know how that can be... but I will NEVER sell my HGC pulse rifle. Never I say.

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Rick "Ripstick"
A03/TQ3.0.12142E1

Well no one ever LOOKS to get another Pulse Rifle, they just do

Welcome back buddy, we missed you!!

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Dont know how many times I've fallen on hard times and said I would sell my pulsie, but my wife would always say no to it. what a wonderful woman.

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"When you can balance a tack hammer on your head, you can head off your foes with a balanced attack"
Wes Studi, Mystery Men

HUH! What is it?

https://www.monstersinmotion.com/cart/lifesize-collectibles-props-item-list-a-e-c-5_151/aliens-hero-pulse-rifle-brown-bess-version-prop-replica-p-16977?zenid=f9sj8v9a6jm8lopjkdbmboglj7

Only 1000 pieces worldwide!

Shipping Monday November 28, 2011, but go ahead and order now. We will consider it a preorder and will not charge you until the item ships. Many of our products are limited edition and sell through before they even arrive into our warehouse. This means if you prefer to wait until the product arrives, it may be too late. We will not charge your credit card until the item is ready to ship. The great thing for you is that you can reserve the item at no cost to you until the item ships from our warehouse. (Release date subject to change without notice.)

Another batch?

No mention of a new batch on the HCG web site.

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Steve
Corporal in 69th Regt. 1st Batt. Homer’s Heroes.

"I'd like to die at the age of 80 in my own bed, with a belly full of wine and a girl's mouth around my c**k."

Monsters in Motion occasionally acquires limited numbers of items from other sources, which is probably what's happened here. I believe HCG still has a wait list up on their site, but they've been "sold out" of both versions for quite some time as far as I know.

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GySgt Gustafson, Dru R.
Callsign: Mud Shark
A06/TQ0.0.32122E1

Could be refurbs...

These are still on eBay. I checked today.

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They could be selling the returns, refurbed them like Matt said and selling them again.
I wonder how many we're returned.

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