Adam (@sharkys_pix) has shared a review of one of the latest Retro Classified offerings, Wild Bill!
Make sure to check out the review below courtesy of Adam’s YouTube page, @sharkeyestoyview, followed by a recap containing product photography and details –
Hasbro has finally given Wild Bill the retro card treatment, and GI Joe Classified collectors have been waiting for this one!
In this video, we’re taking a detailed look at the GI Joe Classified Series Retro Carded Wild Bill figure, comparing him to the previous HasLab release, checking out the accessories, paint applications, articulation, and seeing whether this release is a must-have for collectors.
- G.I. Joe Classified Series Retro Cardback William “Wild Bill” Hardy
When you need to get out of the LZ, when the enemy is working overtime, and you think no pilot in his right mind is coming for you, that’s when Wild Bill appears.
William “Wild Bill” Hardy joins the active-duty roster updating the classic design of the G.I. Joe Helicopter Pilot for the modern era.
- Blister pack card inspired by the vintage A Real American Hero figure line.
- Highly articulated 6-inch (15 cm) scale with premium deco and detailing.
- 6 accessory pieces inspired by the vintage G.I. Joe character’s rich history.
Classified Dossier
- William “Wild Bill” Hardy figure is bursting with 6 accessory pieces including aviator sunglasses, knife, signature cowboy hat with attached hair to swap on the figure creating his classic look, and two weapon accessories.
- Features a classic design updated to bring the G.I. Joe Helicopter Pilot into the modern era inspired by the vintage character’s rich history.
- This William “Wild Bill” Hardy comes on a blister pack card with design and character art inspired by the vintage A Real American Hero figure line that is perfect for display.
- G.I. Joe is a highly skilled special operations force of men and women from around the globe tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination.
- The G.I. Joe Classified Series evolves the retro G.I. Joe toys fans know and love into a highly articulated 6-inch (15 cm) scale with exceptional deco and articulation for cool poseability to create dazzling dioramas (some poses may require additional support).
Code Name: Wild Bill
File Name: Hardy, William S.
Primary Specialty: Helicopter Pilot
Secondary Specialty: Fixed Wing Pilot, Aircraft Armorer
Birthplace: Brady, TX
Easy-going, and hard-riding, Wild Bill might have been a cavalry trooper in another age. These days the “horse” eats jet fuel and comes with rotor blades. Served as combat infantryman and participated in LRRP (Long Range Reconnaissance Patrol) operations in South East Asia. Reenlisted for Flight Warrant Officer School and has since remained in service assigned to G.I. Joe. A lot of chopper pilots won’t think twice about taking you into a hot landing zone. But as soon as you hit the ground, they’re gone. It’s when you need to get out of that LZ, when the enemy is working overtime, and you think no pilot in his right mind is coming back for you – that’s when Wild Bill appears with the cavalry.
“Amiable and slow talking. Fancies himself a country-western singer. Totally honest in personal dealings, but not beyond spinning a tall tale for the amusement of comrades.”
It’s good to know that folks who missed out on a figure that was behind a HasLab paywall will still have a chance to add essential characters like Wild Bill to their collection.
Will you be adding this retro version to yours? Many thanks as always go to Adam for the review!
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