smullanjr
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Post by smullanjr on Jun 16, 2014 16:31:07 GMT -5
Hey guys. Hope I am posting in the right section for this. If not I apologize. I'm new to collecting and had a few questions before I can really get my collection going. I have picked up a few recent Elites (Bray, All 3 members of the Shield, CM Punk)
1. What are some good figures to pick up (past or present). I know it's probably more about who I like, but I like finding the rare ones that are hard to find. I like the hunt.
2. How to you determine who will hold value or go up in value. I'm not doing this to make money, but it's nice to know that I won't lose $15 on an elite figure before they are selling for $5 on eBay or other sites
3. Does everyone mainly go after elites or do you guys buy basic figures as well?
Thanks for answering any questions I asked. Hope to share the collection with you soon as I add to it. Happy collecting
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Post by Deleted on Jun 16, 2014 16:43:19 GMT -5
Mostly elites, value you just gotta guess but mostly flashbacks or only guys that get 1 figure. Have fun here
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Post by smullanjr on Jun 16, 2014 16:46:03 GMT -5
Great. Thanks for the help
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Post by Deleted on Jun 16, 2014 16:46:17 GMT -5
I, personally only buy elites. But it's definitely a matter of preference.
I would certainly try to add an SDCC Undertaker figure to your collection, as IMHO, it is by far Mattel's best figure.
Several legends figure are always great to add to your collection. Some are still very reasonably priced.
Elite 12 Kane is very sought after and it'll probably cost you a good chunk IF you decide to get it.
If I were you, I'd get a pre-order on LOD because their Legends versions are very expensive and hard to come by. RSC has a lot of good loose figures for sale, such as Demolition Ax and Smash as well as Papa Shango, Bam Bam, and Kevin Nash. Any Savage is always a great buy.
Myself personally, I buy all elite articulated Undertaker figures. I have two moc, and multiples of a few of them.
The biggest thing though, is if you really like the figure, or superstar that the figure is of, I say buy it. Because I would rather regret spending a little money on something I wanted rather than always regretting that I didn't get it.
But welcome to collecting, and welcome to the boards!
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Post by smullanjr on Jun 16, 2014 16:49:42 GMT -5
Thanks deviousdillenger. Love the older one from when I was a kid so hoping to grab some of those (Rock, SCSA, Macho Man, ect)
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Post by jh27 on Jun 16, 2014 17:01:04 GMT -5
It really depends on your preferences, I know that I only go for elites
If you are looking for rare and valuable figures E7 Triple H, Shawn Michaels, Tyson Kidd and DH Smith. Also as has been said E12 Kane is very valuable and rare
I would say though if you like the fig get it, if there is a better version comes out you can always sell the other one or just have duplicates in your collection.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 16, 2014 17:20:28 GMT -5
Ringside's loose selection will probably have whatever you're looking for.
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Post by jcm3344 on Jun 16, 2014 17:58:54 GMT -5
I only go for Elites myself, except when there is a person they don't make one for. Such as most of the Divas. But usually I only get the people I like. When I collected other figures, mostly sports figures, I would go for complete MOC sets. Now I open them up and display them. I have had very good luck on ebay, Ringside Collectables, and hitting the streets at TRU, Kmart, and Target. It just depends on who and what you want and your budget. I have gotten a lot of Legends and older stuff loose for display and I am happy with how the collection is going the last 4 months. Good luck to your journey.
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Post by mrsask on Jun 16, 2014 18:04:58 GMT -5
I wouldn't let the statement "I wonder what it will be worth" dictate what you choose to collect. I personally collect wrestlers from the 80's or 90's, when I actually watched wrestling. Depending upon the format, I get Elites (WM Brett Hart) or Basics (upcoming Million Dollar Man).
In a nutshell buy whatever you want as long as your wallet holds out!
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Post by knupmc on Jun 16, 2014 20:09:08 GMT -5
1) Rare figs to pick up: e16 Nash, e16 diesel, e14 booker, e14 bossman, e13 edge, e12 kane, e17 mankind 2) Figures who have many elites such as cena, sheamus, show won't be worth much. However, punk has many figs, yet some of his sell $60 loose. How common they're found at retail also contributes to it 3) I buy all figs
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Post by smullanjr on Jun 16, 2014 20:13:01 GMT -5
Thanks for the help guys. Was just wondering how to figure out how rare someone might be but by the sound of it, it's more by luck I guess
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Post by The Mask of Truth on Jun 18, 2014 6:41:01 GMT -5
Sheamus and Del Rio figures will be worth a fortune in 2 years. You should start investing....
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Post by tokyo on Jun 18, 2014 6:56:34 GMT -5
Sheamus and Del Rio figures will be worth a fortune in 2 years. You should start investing.... Lol
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Post by Deleted on Jun 18, 2014 6:59:17 GMT -5
Thanks for the help guys. Was just wondering how to figure out how rare someone might be but by the sound of it, it's more by luck I guess Nothing released at mass retail is rare. Now, if a figure that is no longer being produced, such as E12 Kane, is simply "hard to obtain." The word "rare" gets thrown around too much on here
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Post by AmbroseBeforeHoes on Jun 18, 2014 7:29:49 GMT -5
Here in the UK, Miss Elizabeth is rare as she was never released here, but over there, she's hard to obtain as she was still at retail. Right, @deviousdillenger?
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Post by Deleted on Jun 18, 2014 7:39:42 GMT -5
Here in the UK, Miss Elizabeth is rare as she was never released here, but over there, she's hard to obtain as she was still at retail. Right, @deviousdillenger? She's for sale online for $16.99 last I saw. That's neither rare or hard to obtain. I can't speak for the UK. But here in the states, if it's released in a line, it goes to mass retail. Therefore not rare. They make thousands of these figures. Being "hard to obtain" and being "rare" are two different things. At least IMO
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Post by JFlagg on Jun 18, 2014 11:03:51 GMT -5
I tend to like alot of basics depending on who the star is and how updates the attire is. Elite's are great but I get whatever seems to be more up to date. Anyway, welcome to the forums! hope to see more of you
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Post by popyduggan on Jun 18, 2014 11:23:10 GMT -5
Thanks for the help guys. Was just wondering how to figure out how rare someone might be but by the sound of it, it's more by luck I guess Nothing released at mass retail is rare. Now, if a figure that is no longer being produced, such as E12 Kane, is simply "hard to obtain." The word "rare" gets thrown around too much on here Thank you for saying this, the first 2 years of collecting was more innocent and free of people bangin' on like RARE, VHTF, GEM MINT, GRADED, I'LL PAY ANYTHING I NEED IT TODAY. 1.idk, RVD? If I were to advise a new collector, I'd say primarily stick with the new stuff and only buy old stuff if it's a relatively good deal. Also, pick up playsets like Elimination Chamber and The Cell when they're at retail(during a sale), because the secondary market prices for those things are ridiculous. 2.idk 3.I buy basics that look unique(colorful or iconic attires, different headscans) and all Elites.
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Post by Cyan on Jun 18, 2014 11:34:21 GMT -5
Welcome to the boards! You're right about collecting what you want. Like others have mentioned, if you're a loose collector, RSC really has some great loose figures for good prices. As for rare figures, this board is a great place to somewhat gauge that. There's a "Figure Findings" section so you can see what other people in your area are finding on their hunts. Also a good place to see what's NOT popping up by you. Also, when a figure becomes harder to find (like Demolition Crush) you won't suffer alone as many people will create posts asking who's been able to find certain figures. Given enough time, you'll get to know the names of some collectors on here who are willing to help you get the figures you want for your collection. There's some great collectors on here who love to help others. Always keep in mind, if a package had the name Cena, Del Rio, Mysterio, Sheamus, or Orton on it, it's not rare. Ever.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 18, 2014 12:33:51 GMT -5
I only get elites now, but man, I have a lot of jakks and basics, and there still great!! Your choice, get the figs you want, have fun!
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