I can't help but get a little nostalgic as I wait for the DX figure. I have loved Pirates and Jack Sparrow since the first time i saw Curse, I was so excited when the Medicom figure came out, and at some point, I learned of the very rare Kojun Jack Sparrow. It was a holy grail for Sparrow collectors. Even when the first Hot Toys Jacks came out, the sculpt was still regarded as the best Sparrow ever done. The figure sold for thousands, it seemed near impossible to ever have.
Now, we not only get Kojun Jack Sparrow at mass market price and availability, but, it is SO much better than his custom. For me, getting this DX also carries a feeling of finally getting that Grail Sparrow.