Is the MMS 398 Death Trooper rare?
Only 3 I Has Stuff collectors report owning the MMS 398 Death Trooper, suggesting it's relatively scarce in tracked collections. It was released in 2016.
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Common questions about the MMS 398 Death Trooper from Hot Toys (2016).
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Only 3 I Has Stuff collectors report owning the MMS 398 Death Trooper, suggesting it's relatively scarce in tracked collections. It was released in 2016.
The MMS 398 Death Trooper originally retailed for $219.99. Live secondary-market data isn't indexed yet — check eBay sold listings for current value.
Hot Toys does not publish a public authentication database for MMS 398, so verification relies on physical inspection rather than serial number lookup. Examine the base for crisp, raised lettering and check that the UPC 4900000000000 matches the original packaging. Inspect the helmet’s interior for consistent molding and verify that the fabric on the armor panels shows the correct texture and stitching density characteristic of 2016 production runs.
The MMS 398 Death Trooper was released in 2016 by Hot Toys.
The Hot Toys MMS 398 Death Trooper is no longer in print and is not available to buy new from the manufacturer. It was released in 2016 as part of the Star Wars: The Force Awakens collection and has since been discontinued. Collectors must currently seek this item through the secondary market, where prices vary based on condition and availability.
Hot Toys does not assign official numerical grades to its figures, so condition is determined by visual inspection for paint transfers, seam lines, and fabric wear. Check the helmet visor for scratches and the armor panels for scuffs, as these are common points of damage. Verify that all magnetic accessories and display stands are present, as missing parts significantly reduce value.
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3 I Has Stuff collectors report owning the MMS 398 Death Trooper Hot Toys (2016).