Blackbird 13
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Post by Blackbird 13 on Sept 10, 2013 15:54:47 GMT -5
Figured I'd ask the group here, because it's always interesting to see how other people are collecting!
1. Do you buy/get..
A. Every release of a specific wrestler.
B. Only current stars
C. Only Legends
D. Only Divas
E. One of each different character released
F. Only the figures that appeal to you
2. You collect wrestling figures for:
A. Display, MOC
B. Display, loose
C. Play with loose (obviously)
D. Resale/collectible value MOC, but not displayed
E. Resale/collectible value loose, but not displayed
3. In terms of companies/styles, you tend to purchase:
A. Only Mattel
B. Only Jakks
C. Only classic brands (Remco/Hasbro/Toybiz)
D. Something else
E. The best possible representation of each character you want
4. Your primary concern when choosing which figures to purchase is:
A. Price
B. Articulation
C. Outfit Design/Detail and/or Headscan
D. Value (Rarity/What Accessories are included/Etc.)
E. Brand Loyalty
5. How did you start collecting?
6. Why do you collect?
For me..
I collect one of each character released. I have basically everyone ever released in the Jakks RA/DA/TTL lines (I'm missing Crimson/Tessmacher from the latest DI series), and I have everyone who's gotten a Mattel release since (with the exception of Rosa, and the newest characters, Naomi/Cameron/SHIELD/Tamina).
I don't care if it's classic or modern wrestlers.. my aim with my collection is to have one of everyone that's gotten a figure (in the relative scale of RA and Elite figures). I don't tend to include anything older than TTL, as the BCA figures are WAAAAY out of scale lined up with RAs, TTLs, CS, Basic, and Elite figures. There are a few characters I need to replace (Cesaro's Elite, Hebner's RA), a few miscellaneous characters I need (Rampage Jackson from UFC, since he's a TNA guy now.. Matt Bentley and Lance Hoyt from the TNA Toybiz line), and one or two alternate gimmicks (Knuckleball Schwartz) I need to pick up, but all in all, I've got a pretty solid collection, covering a little over 500 different characters.
Price is an issue for me, there are bills and responsibilities that come before a hobby. Other than price.. my biggest concern is how well the figure represents who it's supposed to be, overall.. from the design to the articulation. This is why some of my Jakks figures have been replaced with Elites (Undertaker, The Miz, DDP, Arn Anderson, Dolph Ziggler, Tensai), whereas I've chosen to keep Jakks' RA versions of some of the Elite characters (John Cena, Edge, Triple H, JBL, Ultimate Warrior).
My wrestling figure collection started with my brother and I picking up Galoobs and Hasbros... then the OSFTM WCW figures.. then BCAs... WCW Toybiz figures.. an occasional TTL.. and full on when the RA/CS series hit! I've tried to get one of each character because it means more characters to use in storylines!
I collect for display and to play with the figures. I enjoy booking my own storylines, running my figure feds, and having an open world to explore. At 30 with a live in girlfriend (and her kid), as well as running a demanding business full time.. my time to play with action figures is limited, but I do enjoy it, and I think it helps keep the kid in me alive and well. It's also amazing how much more creative I tend to be in the hours (and sometimes even the day) after "doing a show". Helps get my creativity flowing, I guess!
What's your story?
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Post by Yambag Jones on Sept 10, 2013 16:09:53 GMT -5
1. Do you buy/get..
A. Every release of Chris Jericho, CM Punk, and Sin Cara.
E. One of each different character released, including Divas
F. (As far as extras or multiples) Only the figures that appeal to you
2. You collect wrestling figures for:
B. Display, loose
C. Play with loose (obviously)
3. In terms of companies/styles, you tend to purchase:
A. Only Mattel
4. Your primary concern when choosing which figures to purchase is:
B. Articulation
C. Outfit Design/Detail and/or Headscan
D. Value (Rarity/What Accessories are included/Etc.)
E. Brand Loyalty
5. How did you start collecting?
I got a huge haul of Jakks figures 10 years ago. I'd pick up a figure every now and then, but ultimately stopped. No job as a kid sucks. Started again January 1st 2010. I've been a huge fan of Mattel ever since.
6. Why do you collect?
For me, WWE figures have never been better. I primarily read (a ton of) comics, but getting these figures has been an awesome additional hobby.
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Post by PJ on Sept 10, 2013 16:10:11 GMT -5
Well, I only buy the wrestlers I find entertaining. If I don't like them in the ring then I certainly don't need or want them on my shelves. The only time that rule is broken is if they are packed with someone I do want or they are the free figure in a bogo sale.
As far as companies go. It doesn't matter. I have my Mattel, Jakks CS and CSDA displayed. And I still have my TTL, R3 RA, DA, Toy Biz and Galoob figures. (although they are packed away now) I wish I still had my Remco and LJN's but I gave them all to my cousins back in the early 90's. But seeing I don't believe or follow the secondary market I only buy figures that are in mass retail. So I haven't purchased a Jakks since the LotR Raven or Taylor (whoever was last) I never purchase anything for my collection from Ebay. If I didn't want it enough to preorder it from RSC (wrestling) or spamS (Batman lines) and I don't find it at mass retail then I just don't get it.
And as for the collections it's mostly loose. (at least 90%) If it's a figure I really like I might get another to keep MOC.
Pretty much I've collected since the 70's (I still have toys from my childhood displayed) with Batman It's just something I've always been interested in. And with the WWE it's the same, but with the CS/CSDA I collected them (and Legenda) they were mainly because of the memories they bring back of watching wrestling with my father. I can look at a figure on my shelves and remember something my father had said or done while we were watching wrestling together.
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Post by LaParka on Sept 10, 2013 16:20:25 GMT -5
I get one of everyone on the roster regardless if I like them or not. I want to have a complete line.
I'll pre-order most from RSC of the new releases. If its an updated repaint that I want I'll pick it up at retail.
Ebay is a necessary site for me to use as I sell some of the stuff that I have no use for. mostly a lot of the the extra accessories that I had from Jakks.
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Blackbird 13
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Post by Blackbird 13 on Sept 10, 2013 16:24:07 GMT -5
Well, I only buy the wrestlers I find entertaining. If I don't like them in the ring then I certainly don't need or want them on my shelves. The only time that rule is broken is if they are packed with someone I do want or they are the free figure in a bogo sale. As far as companies go. It doesn't matter. I have my Mattel, Jakks CS and CSDA displayed. And I still have my TTL, R3 RA, DA, Toy Biz and Galoob figures. (although they are packed away now) I wish I still had my Remco and LJN's but I gave them all to my cousins back in the early 90's. But seeing I don't believe or follow the secondary market I only buy figures that are in mass retail. So I haven't purchased a Jakks since the LotR Raven or Taylor (whoever was last) I never purchase anything for my collection from Ebay. If I didn't want it enough to preorder it from RSC (wrestling) or spamS (Batman lines) and I don't find it at mass retail then I just don't get it. And as for the collections it's mostly loose. (at least 90%) If it's a figure I really like I might get another to keep MOC. Pretty much I've collected since the 70's (I still have toys from my childhood displayed) with Batman It's just something I've always been interested in. And with the WWE it's the same, but with the CS/CSDA I collected them (and Legenda) they were mainly because of the memories they bring back of watching wrestling with my father. I can look at a figure on my shelves and remember something my father had said or done while we were watching wrestling together. It's strange that you wouldn't want to collect from the secondary market though.. part of the fun for me is trading for a figure I missed.. or running across one of the more obscure characters I needed on eBay for a good deal. Still.. pretty awesome that your hobby can bring back memories from watching wrestling with your dad. The older I get, the more I find nostalgia like that in things as well.. |
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Post by Wrestlaholic on Sept 10, 2013 16:25:39 GMT -5
A. Every release of a specific wrestler - The Rock
F. Only the figures that appeal to you - the odd one here and there.
2. You collect wrestling figures for:
A. Display, MOC - All Rocks
B. Display, loose - All Rocks
3. In terms of companies/styles, you tend to purchase:
A. Only Mattel
B. Only Jakks
4. Your primary concern when choosing which figures to purchase is:
C. Outfit Design/Detail and/or Headscan
5. How did you start collecting?
Many years ago I started watching the wrestling during the Titan trim era and had some great sets so bought them.
6. Why do you collect?
The Rock is my idol, I love what he represents in life and in the wrestling world. My favourite wrestler of all time so that's why I collect him.
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Post by Mr. Show on Sept 10, 2013 16:28:12 GMT -5
I used to collect tons of figures before I sold 75% of my collection while I was going through a divorce. I had over 1000 loose figures and about 200 MOC figures, including every Mattel Legend and Flashback up to that point. I kept all of my favorites though, which is around 200 loose figures and about a dozen MOC. I used to buy nearly every figure released, but now it takes a lot to get me to purchase one. I REALLY have to want it. Out of all the recent stuff we've seen, I'm only going to buy The Shield, The New Age Outlaws, exclusive Brock, and elite Cesaro. POSSIBLY JBL and Trish, but Im on the fence with those two.
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Post by SuperJimmy12345 on Sept 10, 2013 16:28:20 GMT -5
1. Do you buy/get..
F. Only the figures that appeal to you
2. You collect wrestling figures for:
C. Play with loose (obviously)
3. In terms of companies/styles, you tend to purchase:
A. Only Mattel
4. Your primary concern when choosing which figures to purchase is:
C. Outfit Design/Detail and/or Headscan
5. How did you start collecting?
Got into Wrestling again in early 2012 and seen the figures,from then on I was hooked.
6. Why do you collect?
I collect so I can simulate Wrestling with the figures,less limits compared to WWE '13 etc.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 10, 2013 16:32:55 GMT -5
1. Do you buy/get..
A. A release of a specific wrestler.
B. Only current stars
C. Only Legends
D. Only Divas
E. One of each different character released
F. Only the figures that appeal to you
2. You collect wrestling figures for:
A. Display, MOC
B. Display, loose
C. Play with loose (obviously)
D. Resale/collectible value MOC, but not displayed
E. Resale/collectible value loose, but not displayed
3. In terms of companies/styles, you tend to purchase:
A. Only Mattel
B. Only Jakks
C. Only classic brands (Remco/Hasbro/Toybiz)
D. Something else
E. The best possible representation of each character you want
4. Your primary concern when choosing which figures to purchase is:
A. Price
B. Articulation
C. Outfit Design/Detail and/or Headscan
D. Value (Rarity/What Accessories are included/Etc.)
E. Brand Loyalty
5. How did you start collecting?
Childhood Hobby that evolved into an Adult Hobby.
6. Why do you collect?
My Passion for Professional Wrestling and the product the company's produce on a weekly basis.
My answers are in bold.
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Post by RybackV1 on Sept 10, 2013 16:34:06 GMT -5
I try to get all the new guys, and have pretty much one of everyone on the roster
I also try to get every flashback, unless I REALLY dont want it, but the only one thats happened with so far is Bossman.
Ill buy anyone with a sick attire even if I already have the guy, otherwise I try to stay clear of doubles.
All my figures are loose, theyre action figures, toys, why keep them in the box?!
My first Diva was B20 Natalya and ive gotten every one since. Plus trying to catch up on the old ones.
I am going to start collecting all Curtis Axel figures, maybe Cesaro too.
I have all 6 Rybacks and counting, I dont plan on missing ANY of his figures unless there is a straight up repaint. And even in that case id buy it to keep MOC.
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Post by MrPerfect25 on Sept 10, 2013 17:06:08 GMT -5
1. F
2. B. I sell/trade figs here and there also
3. other: I only have Jakks of figs Mattel has yet to make; ie Hall, Angle, Goldberg, etc.
4. C
5. Sold my loose Hasbro collection I had from when I was a kid. Told myself I would only buy Rock and Mr Perfect figs. I always collected sports memorabilia. Then I started to see, what I thought at the time, the amazing CS figs by Jakks on ebay and stuff. I joined this board, and then saw how amazing Mattels were in person. It all snowballed from there.
6. I collect because I'm a lifetime wrestling fan and it's fun. I'm proud of my collection and have a great time keeping up with all the new stuff. My displays look great in my office at home. It may be in my blood. My grandpa collected coins and my mom is into antiques and owned her own shop. I also collect some Mcfarlane sports figs, logo golf balls from every course I ever played/visited, ghostbusters and batman figs, and a lot pieces related to my fave sports teams; Ohio State, Browns, Indians, Cavs. I collected sports cards growing up. My Dad and I have only kept the rare ones or ones we know have value.
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Post by Joe/Smurf on Sept 10, 2013 18:01:03 GMT -5
1. Do you buy/get..
B. Only current stars
F. Only the figures that appeal to you
I basically buy one of each character in Elite (I will usually sell the old version if I buy a new one or use it for parts) and Divas. I have probably less than ten basics, and I buy maybe one in every five "Flashbacks/Legends."
2. You collect wrestling figures for:
B. Display, loose
C. Play with loose (obviously)
WHERE IS THE OPTION FOR PLAY WITH MOC? Kidding. I don't really "play" with them. Just use them as a visual aid while I write up shows. For the most part, they're just displayed though.
3. In terms of companies/styles, you tend to purchase:
A. Only Mattel
I've sold off 90% of my Jakks collection and the only figures I have from their TNA line are Brooke Tessmacher and Gail Kim.
4. Your primary concern when choosing which figures to purchase is:
C. Outfit Design/Detail and/or Headscan
I would say the deco of the figure is huge, but coming with a cool accessory helps. I considered that Cena/Kane pack with the palette for months before it disappeared from Walmart. I've bought figures just because I thought they looked cool even though I don't like the superstar (Alicia Fox comes to mind).
5. How did you start collecting?
I've been collecting for like 15 years, lol. I guess I just never grew out of it.
6. Why do you collect?
Boredom? Disposable income? Idk. It gives me a hobby.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 10, 2013 18:06:53 GMT -5
I buy wrestlers that I like,for a belt,certain accessory or for a certain set.They are displayed.Only Mattel.The look of the attire and head scan.I just started again earlier this year when I bought a Dolph Ziggler T-Shirt series figure and then got hooked. It's my hobby
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Post by MCUcollector24 on Sept 10, 2013 18:17:24 GMT -5
1. Do you buy/get..
A. Every release of an elite jericho (not a fan of the old head scan though)
F. Only the figures that appeal to you
2. You collect wrestling figures for:
C. Play with loose (obviously)
3. In terms of companies/styles, you tend to purchase:
A. Only Mattel
4. Your primary concern when choosing which figures to purchase is:
A. Price
B. Articulation
C. Outfit Design/Detail and/or Headscan
D. Value (Rarity/What Accessories are included/Etc.)
E. Brand Loyalty
5. How did you start collecting?
When I was younger I had a few Jakks BCA. When TTL came out it was cool. When Real Scan hit it was amazing. Then got older and didn't care. I got interested again when I saw an elite 9 Miz with the US title. I had an interest ever since, but it wasn't until I saw an EG Jericho and HBK at Ross for like $7 each that got me going.
6. Why do you collect?
#1 I'm a fan of the WWE. I would love for my son to really get into it with me. So I get him the figures to play with him. I only go for certain figures as I have a budget. My short term goal is to have every shiny version title that mattel has made (waiting on E23 Cesaro, E24 Stratus, RSC Lesnar). My long term goal is to piece an arena together (mattel pieces only, so it doesn't look like I will be able to do barricades). I would love to get my hands on an ESR without paying a ridiculous amount for it.
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Post by mikey1974 on Sept 10, 2013 18:42:39 GMT -5
Modern/current roster,I buy who I feel is important/who i like. for instance,i will have every current Diva made come November ( don't have Tamara shipping til then),and a lot of the male Wrestlers,but have skipped guys like the Prime time Players,Khali,Uso's,etc.
I have almost all the Legends figures,and have all the FB's,and Heritage FB figures...and 90% of everything I own are openers.
guess you can say I'm all over hte place,but I place emphasis on getting the older/FB/Legends figures more than the current roster...
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Post by Deleted on Sept 10, 2013 19:09:10 GMT -5
1. Do you buy/get..
E. One of each different character released
F. Only the figures that appeal to you
2. You collect wrestling figures for: ALL 5
A. Display, MOC (only signed figures)
B. Display, loose
C. Play with loose (obviously)
D. Resale/collectible value MOC, but not displayed
E. Resale/collectible value loose, but not displayed
3. In terms of companies/styles, you tend to purchase:
A. Only Mattel (until wwe switches companies again)
4. Your primary concern when choosing which figures to purchase is:
B. Articulation
C. Outfit Design/Detail and/or Headscan
D. Value (Rarity/What Accessories are included/Etc.)
5. How did you start collecting?
My 2 1/2 year old son was given the chance to pick a toy of his choice at a TRU one day back in Feb 2013. At that moment I said what the hell and bought my own along side his so we can play together and it was the beginning if a brand new hobby!
6. Why do you collect?
I love the chase, then being able to relate to and play with my son as he loves them too! It's something out of my ordinary day to day life, and gives me something to look forward to every other month, as well as brings me back to my childhood, and reminds me what I used to love so much
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Post by DeadManFan92 on Sept 10, 2013 19:40:23 GMT -5
1. Do you buy/get..
A. Every release of a specific wrestler: Undertaker & Vince McMahon
F. Only the figures that appeal to you: BAFs & Mailaways
2. You collect wrestling figures for:
A. Display, MOC
B. Display, loose
3. In terms of companies/styles, you tend to purchase:
A. Only Mattel
4. Your primary concern when choosing which figures to purchase is:
A. Price
E. Brand Loyalty
5. How did you start collecting?
I started collecting back in 1999 when my parents gave me a Superstars Series 9 Undertaker for Christmas and that started my love of Collecting Undertaker figures. I started off collecting loose when I was younger but as I grew older I began my MOC Jakks Undertaker collection, which I eventually sold to fund my MOC Mattel Undertaker collection.
6. Why do you collect?
I collect because it's fun to get that new figure to add to my collection. I like having it as a hobby, especially only collecting my favorite wrestler the Undertaker and I won't go broke like I would if I collected John Cena or Rey Mysterio. I don't think I would ever stop collecting because it's something that has been with me for so long.
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Post by The Madness on Sept 10, 2013 19:55:58 GMT -5
This is a really well put-together survey, OP. Kudos to you.
1. Do you buy/get..
C. Only Legends
F. Only the figures that appeal to you
My top priority is on the 1985-1996 era, but I also get some current wrestlers, provided that both the character and the specific figure appeals to me.
2. You collect wrestling figures for:
A. Display, MOC
B. Display, loose
I collect vintage figures loose, but since space is a priority, I open the new stuff. Once in a great while, I'll come across a figure I like so much that I'll buy a double to keep MOC, though.
3. In terms of companies/styles, you tend to purchase:
A. Only Mattel
B. Only Jakks
C. Only classic brands (Remco/Hasbro/Toybiz)
D. Something else
E. The best possible representation of each character you want
All of the above.
4. Your primary concern when choosing which figures to purchase is:
A. Price
D. Value (Rarity/What Accessories are included/Etc.)
I'm going to say that it's mostly "none of the above" - I buy figures based on who they're of. However, I went with these options too, because I tend to gravitate toward both rare figures and great bargains.
5. How did you start collecting?
I already collected other lines, but my first wrestling figure was a Hasbro Jake "the Snake" Roberts, and from that point on, I was hooked. Wrestling just lends itself to action figures better than almost any other type of entertainment.
6. Why do you collect?
The thrill of the hunt, for sure.
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Post by SGguy on Sept 10, 2013 20:22:18 GMT -5
This is an really interesting thread!
1. Do you buy/get..
C. Only Legends & Flashbacks
2. You collect wrestling figures for:
B. Display, loose
3. In terms of companies/styles, you tend to purchase:
A. Only Mattel
E. The best possible representation of each character you want (Accessories from Jakks)
4. Your primary concern when choosing which figures to purchase is:
B. Articulation (Only Elites)
C. Outfit Design/Detail and Headscan
5. How did you start collecting?
2 Years ago when I saw the DM Bret Hart, absolutely loving it as I'm a Bret Hart fan, hence started the collection of legends and flashbacks
6. Why do you collect?
Was a hardcore wrestling fan back in the 90s and early 2000s
Collecting them brings back a lot of memories and nostalgia
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Post by LA Times on Sept 10, 2013 20:32:16 GMT -5
I primarily buy figures of wrestlers I like, but if I am not a big fan of a particular wrestler, but they have a figure that comes in a great looking attire, I would buy it.
I mostly collect for loose display, but I sometimes play with them when I am bored, which is why I dont really like figures with molded on shirts.
I bought a few BCAs and WCW Toybiz, but didnt really consider myself to be a collector back then. It was when Ruthless Aggression 1 came out, I bought John Cena's first figure and I was hooked.
I collect because I am a big pro wrestling fan and collecting figures goes hand in hand
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