Thankfully it was stated that the 2 at SDCC were samples from the factory, so the final piece should be very close to what you saw.
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Thankfully it was stated that the 2 at SDCC were samples from the factory, so the final piece should be very close to what you saw.
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Hurry, BBTS has one left! https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=SSC10771&mode=retail
Even if you're not sure, there's no deposit/cancellation fee.
Even if you're not sure, there's no deposit/cancellation fee.
You're welcome. That was my cancellation.
Decided a trip to the philippines would be money better spent.
Trip should be fun. One thing I love about collectibles, as much as they may cost a lot, they are always with you. My old college roomates would give me a hard time about the money I'd spend on them and I'd argue with them about how much they would spend on beer and the fact that for all that money, they're left with nothing but empty cans and hazy memories, for my investments, I at least have something that can be with me for the entirety of my life, which to me makes it a pretty sound investment. I buy all this stuff when I'm in my 20s, hopefully, I'll have them with me for almost 60 years, for that sort of enjoyment for that length of time, I feel just fine about my investments.
jkno
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There are times when memories will be more important that a piece of resin or plastic. I remember my trip to Tunisia last year. And I'm glad I went there and it will be in my memory forever and wouldn't trade it for any collectible. And the memories and experiences are the only thing remaining even after we pass, we bring nothing else to the other world.
As for investment, not sure about that either, if talking about investments, collecting movie memorabilia might not be the best choice, not even art (classic paintings, sculptures etc) is always the best choice - my uncle is in art collecting business and I learned a few things from him. Also you never know how the world will be shaped in the next 60 years so to be sure the investments will be valuable then (we'll have to have this discussion again in 60 years to be sure
). It would be cool to talk about this more, too bad language barrier and the fact that right now I'm really tired from work at the new house (I carried loads of bricks, cement and wood) could be an impediment.
Well, maybe investment isn't the right word. I don't buy collectibles for their value, i buy them because I want what it is. I just consider pouring money into something to hold onto long term and investment, but probably the wrong word to describe it.
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pix: Hah! I figured it had to be someone from here! I'll let you guys know if/when I cancel mine. I'm waiting for the ES, and how things play out financially.
MaulFan: In your example of wasting money on beer and other ephemeral things, I agree, that collectibles are way better in the long run.
I've always been wary of spending my money on things I can't keep.. but to be truly happy, I think it takes a careful balance of both. Being an extreme traveler or collector can both leave you unfulfilled in different ways.
Another example with movies..some movies are best enjoyed in social company at the big screen. Most movies are only worth renting, because I'd only see them once. The ones I buy are the ones I'll see many times throughout my life.
MaulFan: In your example of wasting money on beer and other ephemeral things, I agree, that collectibles are way better in the long run.
I've always been wary of spending my money on things I can't keep.. but to be truly happy, I think it takes a careful balance of both. Being an extreme traveler or collector can both leave you unfulfilled in different ways.
Another example with movies..some movies are best enjoyed in social company at the big screen. Most movies are only worth renting, because I'd only see them once. The ones I buy are the ones I'll see many times throughout my life.
Well I don't consider collectibles the key to happiness, far from it. As far as monetary things going though, there are some things I feel are like tossing money away, at least things you hold onto, you have something for what you spent and can keep it.
I hope to do a fair ammount of traveling at some point in my life, but for me it'd be a really good investment, not just the memories, but I want to go places to photograph, and once again I'd have something from my investment I could hold onto forever. Memories can get fuzzy with age, but short of going blind, a photo can always last.
I hope to do a fair ammount of traveling at some point in my life, but for me it'd be a really good investment, not just the memories, but I want to go places to photograph, and once again I'd have something from my investment I could hold onto forever. Memories can get fuzzy with age, but short of going blind, a photo can always last.
You guys obviously don't have kids... perhaps not even a woman... when you say collectibles are better investments than life experiences.
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I agree with Maul on the collectibles > "boos"
Skiman
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You guys obviously don't have kids... perhaps not even a woman... when you say collectibles are better investments than life experiences.
I wouldn't go as far to say life experiences but definitely "boos" or a night of drinking by which I would always enjoy. I'd just rather have something show for it than a night at the bars is the way I understand Maul's comments.
boos is bad. people who drink it are bad.
You guys obviously don't have kids... perhaps not even a woman... when you say collectibles are better investments than life experiences.
Well, I don't have either at the moment, but that's not quite what I was getting at either. I guess I crossed ideas, you were talking about a trip and it got me thinking about some other thoughts I've had about where collectibles and such rank in life.
I would easily pass up on a collectible or anything unnecessary to live for a nice vacation or something like that.
Things like going to bars and parties spending lots of money on and causing harm to your body, I feel like for whatever fun you may have, you're ultimately left with a lot less for your trouble from those sorts of things and the few memories you get aren't quite worth it. Those types of experiences, I'd rather put money towards something I can cherish for a long time.
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You guys obviously don't have kids... perhaps not even a woman... when you say collectibles are better investments than life experiences.
Hey man, just because your family is draining you don't turn on us. No kids, but I keep the wife satisfied
jkno
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icruise
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I dunno, I like boos a lot.
Skiman
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and that is why you fail
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