They look like they are made of a different material or paint or both.
I haven't received any of the new 2007 releases yet so I can't comment on the above quote by Dan. Knowing Dan's experience with HL's, I think he would know if things have been changed.
It would make sense to lighten the weight of the HL's to save shipping costs. As long as the quality isn't compromised and the overall strength of the piece remains stable, what does it matter.
We all know that a HL can take quite a bit of rough handling in shipment and not be damaged. Obviously the styrofoam molds do their job. Yet again, if new pieces sacrifice overall strength to lighten the load, that would not be good.
Time will tell...
Bob
