Gladiator Ultimate Edition (Blu-ray SteelBook) (HDzeta Exclusive No.3) [China]

[wxlinkswd]

Release date: March, 2015
Notes: Glossy finish, Title and Helmet Embossed
Steelbook Made in Denmark, Limited 3000 copies.
Disc: Remasterd Disc +Bonus disc, 2 discs are Region Free

* Note, the Lenticular is not glued to slip, it is loose. It was supposed to be loose, according to the design by HDzeta, but this was not clear in the mockup. Someone will be in contact you with to determine whether you wish to receive the product as intended, or wait for a 'glued' replacement from your hub leader, after Xin sends it to them.

Group Buy details (click on spoiler)

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1. GB-Gladiator Ultimate Edition Tripack Version Round 1 ---100 copies for HDN
Price: 160 $US (include shipping to hub)
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2. GB-Gladiator Ultimate Edition Tripack Version Round 2 ---200 copies for HDN
Price: 160 $US (include shipping to hub)
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3. GB-Gladiator Ultimate Edition Lenticular Version --- 300-400 copies for HDN
Price: 56 $US (include shipping to hub)
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4. GB-Gladiator Ultimate Edition Normal Slip Version --- 200-300 copies for HDN
Price: 53 $US (include shipping to hub)
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5. GB-Gladiator Ultimate Edition Quarter Slip Version --- 150 copies for HDN
Price: 50 $US (include shipping to hub)
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6. GB-Gladiator Ultimate Edition Lenticular/Normal/Quarter Slip Version Round 2 --- 150 copies for HDN
Price: 56$ / 53$ / 50$
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Spoiler: Inside art

All the different editions:
Lenticular Slip: (with normal number card) 1300 copies(No.0001-No.0500 for the boxset, not sold seperatly)

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Normal Slip: (with normal number card) 1000 copies(No.0001-No.0500 for the boxset, not sold seperatly)

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1/4 Slip: (with normal number card) 700 copies(No.0001-No.0500 for the boxset, not sold seperatly)

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Triple Boxset Artwork: (with Special Metal Number card) Only 500 copies, No.0001-No.0500

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For in-hand pics, see this post.

Spoiler: Old infos

Item delayed due to manufacturing/printing issue.
Please see Xin's updated post here​

**Please direct all inquiries regarding Steelbook payments, invoices, etc to Alex**
Hubs will invoice for shipping later when Steelbooks are received by the hub leaders.

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[SteelMadien]

I'm fairly new to this hobby. Does Scanavo have a monopoly on steelbook production??

I'm not sure, but they do have the name Steelbook trademark and I'm sure they also have how the they are made patent. So

 

[jammyone]

I'm fairly new to this hobby. Does Scanavo have a monopoly on steelbook production??

Yes, they own the steelbook name and just as importantly the design, no one can make steel packaging like theirs.

There are other types of metal blu-ray/DVD cases around like FuturePak for example but they are a different design

 

[C.C. 95]

Thank you for the update @wxlinkswd .
I am fine with waiting a little bit more.
Obviously, HDzeta cares about their customers (and it is very appreciated).
Scanovo...not so much, it seems.

 

[Ronnie3067]

Thank you for the update @wxlinkswd, I understand that this is an issue beyond your control. You have nothing to apologise for and I appreciate the fact that you have.

 

[jayscott1969]

We all know the fault lies with scanavo , anyone else get the feeling this release may never happen !

 

[C.C. 95]

We all know the fault lies with scanavo , anyone else get the feeling this release may never happen !

It'll be fine. Chill.

 

[Gadget]

They did say...

Payment is only required on RELEASE WEEK

I requested a refund and I'm glad I did. I'll happily pay for this, on release week as agreed.

 

[Zaandam3]

Some shady practices by the steelbook manufacturer.

 

[Andycadle84]

They did say...

Payment is only required on RELEASE WEEK

I requested a refund and I'm glad I did. I'll happily pay for this, on release week as agreed.

Unless funds are really that tight, isn't it a bit silly to get a full refund only to pay for it again? I mean, if you have every intention on buying said product, surely it would be less hassle just to leave it as is safe in the knowledge you've already paid (don't mean to disrespect as I'm sure you have your reasons, but it's just the way I see it..)

 

[pdbluray]

Wouldn't it cost more money what with paypal fees?

 

[southam1978]

I shall be keeping my copy as this will be an amazing steelbook, disappointed in the delay but not much that can be done.
I must admit I find it strange all the issues that seam to be happening with Asian releases that everyone seams pretty relaxed about them. I'm not sure how people would feel if this was Zavvi.................. go

 

[jayscott1969]

Yes I'm sure if it was zavvi their would be uproar

 

[Andycadle84]

I shall be keeping my copy as this will be an amazing steelbook, disappointed in the delay but not much that can be done.
I must admit I find it strange all the issues that seam to be happening with Asian releases that everyone seams pretty relaxed about them. I'm not sure how people would feel if this was Zavvi.................. go

Think it's partly to do with the fact that (to my knowledge) there's not been a single dud release from BluFans, KimichiDVD, Plain Archive et al..Despite the delays, they always put the utmost care into making sure the products they release to the public is of the best quality possible- there's a sense of pride in this regard that we seldom see anywhere else. Think the moment an Asian steel is announced the consumer knows they'll be getting a stellar product.

 

[southam1978]

Think it's partly to do with the fact that (to my knowledge) there's not been a single dud release from BluFans, KimichiDVD, Plain Archive et al..Despite the delays, they always put the utmost care into making sure the products they release to the public is of the best quality possible- there's a sense of pride in this regard that we seldom see anywhere else. Think the moment an Asian steel is announced the consumer knows they'll be getting a stellar product.

Well as a collector that opens his steelbooks I can honestly say a bigger percentage of steelbooks I have had from the above mentioned and one in particular are damaged over steelbooks from Zavvi.

I don't believe they take more care with them than Zavvi, I would say the packages are nicer overall (slip covers. Booklets cards etc) but more of these are defective.
I am confident in saying a lot of these are damaged based on feedback I read on here on various threads and a massive amount of these never get opened so a lot of collectors will never see the damage.

 

[EzyRich]

Refund on tripack requested. Simply not acceptable. I feel sorry for these guys at HDzeta, but it's becoming a trend having steelbook releases prefinanced, providing non compliant artwork, factory sealing issues etc etc. And now some members of this forum started to blame Scanavo ... Isn't Scanavo the Creator of the metal case we all seem to embrace?

 

[GoDo]

BUSTED !!!

 

[Andycadle84]

Well as a collector that opens his steelbooks I can honestly say a bigger percentage of steelbooks I have had from the above mentioned and one in particular are damaged over steelbooks from Zavvi.

I don't believe they take more care with them than Zavvi, I would say the packages are nicer overall (slip covers. Booklets cards etc) but more of these are defective.
I am confident in saying a lot of these are damaged based on feedback I read on here on various threads and a massive amount of these never get opened so a lot of collectors will never see the damage.

See; I wouldn't really know too much about that- The only Asian releases I have to date are the KimichDVD full slip Dallas Buyers Club sb and BluFans Frozen releases, both of which were perfect..
Think just through browsing some of the threads I haven't noticed of many people having faulty of defect Asian steels, but again your personal experience will obviously alter the way you see it.

 

[Gadget]

For me it's the principle. I don't find it any hassle at all to request a refund and pay when they actually have a steelbook to ship. And it doesn't cost anyone to refund a payment. If you don't mind paying and waiting, with two delays so far, good for you. I do mind (when that wasn't the agreement). Roll on February, lets see if HDZeta receive a steelbook they can sell.

 

[frankfish44]

Payment is only required on RELEASE WEEK

Where and when was this said?????

 

[EzyRich]

Where and when was this said?????

It's in the Group Buys. Terms, Payment: there it is.