Zack Malibu 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2003 So I'm sitting here, bored as all hell at work (and not feeling well either), when I start helping out the other guys on the phone, taking orders, etc. So who calls up and orders a Deluxe Replica of the Smackdown Tag Team Title? Shelton F'N Benjamin. I wasn't about to go into mark mode on the phone, and the conversation didn't stretch beyond small talk and taking the order, but still it was pretty damn cool. And it turns out that Haas called here about 2 weeks ago and ordered a belt as well. I love my job. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Anglesault Report post Posted September 9, 2003 Someone lost the tag belts! Haas and benjamin ordering? They left them in an airport. Or, they're losing soon and want a souvenier Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Adam 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2003 I envy you right now man. You so should have told him to log on to TSM. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest The Grand Pubah of 1620 Report post Posted September 9, 2003 So I'm sitting here, bored as all hell at work (and not feeling well either), when I start helping out the other guys on the phone, taking orders, etc. So who calls up and orders a Deluxe Replica of the Smackdown Tag Team Title? Shelton F'N Benjamin. I wasn't about to go into mark mode on the phone, and the conversation didn't stretch beyond small talk and taking the order, but still it was pretty damn cool. And it turns out that Haas called here about 2 weeks ago and ordered a belt as well. I love my job. Why would he order a replica of the title from where ever you work. Not to mention, why he would order one period. Just durious... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zack Malibu 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2003 Or, they're losing soon and want a souvenier That's what I had thought too, lol. It's not the first time wrestlers have called to get some of their own merchandise, but save for the time Raven called up for a US Replica (and no I didn't get that call either, though I did get Nova and Tommy Dreamer wanting to order their own ECW figures) it was the coolest. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zack Malibu 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2003 Why would he order a replica of the title from where ever you work. Not to mention, why he would order one period. Just durious... Because I work for the WWE in the capacity of a licensee, and manufacture said replicas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2003 You should've asked him about saying the n-word at Sunday's house show Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MarvinisaLunatic 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2003 I want an angle where its found out that WGTT lost the belts somewhere and have been parading around with fake ones. That would be funny. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest The Grand Pubah of 1620 Report post Posted September 9, 2003 Why would he order a replica of the title from where ever you work. Not to mention, why he would order one period. Just durious... Because I work for the WWE in the capacity of a licensee, and manufacture said replicas. Ahhhh! That's pretty cool. And I meant curious. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zack Malibu 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2003 I want an angle where its found out that WGTT lost the belts somewhere and have been parading around with fake ones. That would be funny. True story. Back in 2000, we were going to a Monday Nitro here (during the Sullivan Era, pre New Blood) when Jarrett was the champ. Backstage access, the works. So WCW calls us about a half hour before we're to head down there, and tells us to take a US Replica with them. Apparently the belt was left behind on their tour of England the week previous, and they needed the belt for Jarrett to come out with. I have no idea if they ever recovered it, or used a replica from that point on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Dames 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2003 How fast is your shipping? There's no way that Shelton can pretend to have a lost Tag Title for a couple of weeks. Dames Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zack Malibu 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2003 Normal shipping will arrive within 7-10 days max. EDIT:And in the case of an emergency (such as loss, etc.) I'm sure they would have phoned us to FedEx something to them ASAP, a la what WCW did. So I assume it's for his own personal collection. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Adam 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2003 Well I would probably want a replica of the first belt that Id won too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BifEverchad 0 Report post Posted September 10, 2003 Zack's fulla shit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Dave O'Neill, Journalist Report post Posted September 10, 2003 I want an angle where its found out that WGTT lost the belts somewhere and have been parading around with fake ones. That would be funny. True story. Back in 2000, we were going to a Monday Nitro here (during the Sullivan Era, pre New Blood) when Jarrett was the champ. Backstage access, the works. So WCW calls us about a half hour before we're to head down there, and tells us to take a US Replica with them. Apparently the belt was left behind on their tour of England the week previous, and they needed the belt for Jarrett to come out with. I have no idea if they ever recovered it, or used a replica from that point on. You know, I say this a lot, but everyday, we get more and more reasons for why this company doesnt exist anymore Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Damaramu 0 Report post Posted September 10, 2003 Where do you work again? I must be the only one here that doesn't know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JustJoe2k5 0 Report post Posted September 10, 2003 He probably wanted a replica so he can remember the first WWE title he ever won, numerous WWE superstars have replica belts in their home to remember title wins. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisMWaters 0 Report post Posted September 10, 2003 He probably wanted a replica so he can remember the first WWE title he ever won, numerous WWE superstars have replica belts in their home to remember title wins. Exactly...I remember on the first episode of Confidential that Trish has a replica of the Women's Title in her house. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Choken One Report post Posted September 10, 2003 I remember reading that Bret actually took the IC title that was is and gave vince a replica... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Anglesault Report post Posted September 10, 2003 How do we know for sure that it's Shelton? Did he call you a nigger for no logical reason? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Just call me Dan 0 Report post Posted September 10, 2003 He probably knew because of shelton's freakishly deep voice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zack Malibu 0 Report post Posted September 10, 2003 He probably knew because of shelton's freakishly deep voice. That, and when you order something like a replica, we have to have the order sent to the billing address of the cardholder. So between the deep voice, the belt he was ordering, and the billing address being in Minnesota, I'm pretty sure it was "the" Shelton. EDIT: and for those who don't know, I work for Wrestling Superstore. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Just call me Dan 0 Report post Posted September 10, 2003 What kind of benefits do you get for working there? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Choken One Report post Posted September 10, 2003 sure it was Shaniqua? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Anglesault Report post Posted September 10, 2003 He probably knew because of shelton's freakishly deep voice. That, and when you order something like a replica, we have to have the order sent to the billing address of the cardholder. So between the deep voice, the belt he was ordering, and the billing address being in Minnesota, I'm pretty sure it was "the" Shelton. EDIT: and for those who don't know, I work for Wrestling Superstore. I still think the ultimate conformation would have been. Zack: Thank you and your order will arrive shortly ::sounds of things being thrown around the house:: Shelton, Furious: Who's your nigga now, huh? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lil' Bitch 0 Report post Posted September 10, 2003 I talked to Shelton too. This was before the SD is El Paso started, he said he was going to kick Bradshaw's ass if he kept talking shit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr. Zoidberg 0 Report post Posted September 10, 2003 HAAHAHA NOT funny, Rico and Zachary...I want a belt too... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vern Gagne 0 Report post Posted September 10, 2003 Cool story. I've heard Benjamin's a really cool guy. Lesnar on the other hand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lil' Bitch 0 Report post Posted September 10, 2003 HAAHAHA NOT funny, Rico What? It really happened? Besides, I thought it was funny hearing from him since you obviously could tell he's pissed about being called Shaniqua with a wig. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Coffey Report post Posted September 10, 2003 Zack, how much are the replica titles? Are they exact scale? I assume they are available to the public? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
