Common questions about the MMS 179 Spider-Man from Hot Toys (28-Jun-12).
The answers below are provided by contributors and may not be fully accurate. Verify important details before relying on them.
No, the MMS 179 Spider-Man is not considered rare. It is a standard production figure from Hot Toys' Movie Masterpiece Series that was widely available to the general public upon its release in 2012. While finding a complete set with all accessories in mint condition may be difficult today, the figure itself is a common collectible item.
The MMS 179 Spider-Man originally retailed for $204.99. Live secondary-market data isn't indexed yet — check eBay sold listings for current value.
The MMS 179 Spider-Man is a legitimate product released by Hot Toys in June 2012, part of their Movie Masterpiece Series. To authenticate your figure, verify that the packaging includes the correct UPC and MPN (MMS179) and that the figure itself displays the high-quality sculpting and articulation typical of Hot Toys releases. If the item lacks these specific identifiers or appears to be a low-quality reproduction, it is likely a counterfeit.
The MMS 179 Spider-Man was released in 28-Jun-12 by Hot Toys.
The Hot Toys MMS 179 Spider-Man is a 2012 release and is no longer in production. It is not available to buy new from the manufacturer and is currently only obtainable through the secondary market, such as online resale platforms or local hobby shops.
I cannot find reliable information on a Hot Toys product with the specific SKU MMS 179 or the listed UPC, so I cannot provide accurate grading criteria for this item. The provided manufacturer and date do not align with known Hot Toys production records for a Spider-Man figure under that identifier. I recommend verifying the exact model number and manufacturer against the physical packaging or official catalog listings before attempting a condition check.
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