Everyone knows the major Brazilian exclusives. They are either major repaints or completely new amalgamations that have captured the attention of the collecting world for over 25 years. Lesser known, though, are the figures that are more similar to their Hasbro counterparts. At first glance, a casual collector might not notice a difference. But, every figure produced in Brazil is a unique release that has differences from its Hasbro ancestor.
Leopardo is the Brazilian version of Recondo. Recondo is an iconic figure, so having a slightly different look for him from Brazil isn't a terrible thing. The two main differences are the skin tone and the deeper shades of green on his hat and gear. (It should be noted that there are variants in Leopardo's cammo pattern on his legs, too. Just like the American Recondo.) The slight differences make for a different look for Recondo.
I was pleasantly surprised to find a good amount of content featuring Leopardo. There are a lot of Brazilian creators who feature the figure. But, he also appears elsewhere, showcasing that the figure was relatively easy to acquire in the 2010's for sane prices. Now, that's less easy to do as Brazilian figures have drastically risen in price. For a few bucks, this figure is a must own. But, when you spend nearly $100 for one, the differences aren't really worth the premium over a Hasbro Recondo.
Leopardo by comandos_em_acoa_gijoe
Leopardo at the Attica Gazette
Leopardo by comandos_em_acoa_gijoe
Leopardo by comandos_em_acoa_gijoe
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