Latest Acquisitions

[Snaketibe]

Big shout out to Darth Stanley for sending me the link to this POCH card back. At £4k for a sealed one its something I never thought I'd own, and although £100 is a lot for a tatty card back I think I did alright.

Mr Palitoy was an absolute star and found this perfect match of a bubble and also sold me a regular Han Hoth card back. I was going to cut the name tag out but can't bring myself to do it. I''m in two minds about properly resealing him but for the time being the bubble is propped on. I've added a spare minty Han and it looks ok to me

Very nice 'ensemble' piece, Andy! If you'd prefer not to damage a cardback to get the missing name plate (and I understand completely if that's the case), why not simply opt for a good quality colour photocopy or even a scan and regular ink-jet printed version of the plate instead? Stick it to some suitable card, cut it to size and slot it home! You shouldn't even need to glue or tape it in place if you get a snug enough fit.

As for resealing it, you have such a great bubble match it would seem almost rude not to at least consider it. Do you know if the Poch card originally came with a footer? If so, it's simple enough to make a replacement to complete the piece.

Good luck if you do try any of the above, and I'd love to see the end result!

 

[spoons]

Excellent idea Jeremy! I'll do that as the POCH Han has a unique name plate in any case. He also had a white footer which should be easy

Cheers

 

[MrGudz]

Some fabulous additions gents. Love that Palitoy Luke X-Wing Jez.

 

[SublevelStudios]

Holy sh...that Revenge proof card and 3 pack! Nice one Jez 8) 8) 8)

 

[Pulsar]

Some amazing eye candy lately.
I love popping by and looking on in jealousy, but in a good way :mrgreen:

 

[Cardbackkid]

That 3 pack is sweet Jez ! Congrats

 

[AndyPreston]

Congratulations Jez, what a month! I love the LXW, and the 3 pack is just brilliant, those are so rare that it's a real accomplishment to own one. Very pleased for you!

 

[Jez]

Thanks for the comments guys.
I haven't won the lottery, far from it!
Just to note, these are the items I've picked up over the last 7 months.
I was lucky enough to be able to buy a Revenge Proof about 3 years ago for about £350. This proof was just a straight swap for the old one so didn't actually cost me anything. Nice.
The ROTJ MOCs were all purchased with funds made from the sale of 6 LXW MOCs.
The LXW 20 back i collected about 9 months after confirming the sale with the seller ( I had to save up, thanks Nick).
The 3 Pack was a bargain but I still bought on a mini payment plan.
Thats me spent now for 2018!

 

[Taffius]

Jez,

I cannot believe how many comments you have caught up with and a personal reply to each! Amazing haul you have yourself and welcome back. A good reason to claim how sorely missed you were. Simon, Stuart and Peter did well. :lol: :lol: :lol:

Only joking Rich....your all great at what you have achieved.

Re: Budget MOCs and finds. Inspiration from Peter on podcast and knowing it can still done out there and Apack for saving vintage figures when some of their condition I would of never have thought I would touch myself but I have seen the light such finds can bring.

Here are my latest finds from a car boot yesterday. No where near mint but the alternative TVR (Taff's Vintage Rescue) feels quite gratifying. The A4 poster is a card promo from 96/97. Found on a different stall to figures. Its quite thick card advertising Special Edition release of Ep IV by 20th Century Fox. Film or VHS or both?

 

[coomber75]

epic jez just epic, love that x wing joy!! taff nice work as always

 

[lejackal]

I was restraining myself from showing anything else off for a while but seeing as Jez is back we need to keep him busy and he does love an X Wing.....

 

[Heith]

Nearest I'll probably get to a Palitoy Card

 

[Ruby2511]

Nearest I'll probably get to a Palitoy Card

Very nice Heath 8)

 

[Pulsar]

Impressive update Jez :shock:

Some great latest purchases guys.

 

[AndyPreston]

It's always good to finish a little run! I've received the Eagle comic in the red printed bag today to complete the set of 3 UK Jedi sticker albums bundled with comics, all released on 10th September 1983. If memory serves me right, I got my original sticker album with this Eagle comic back in the day. This one came with the Panini pack of 6 stickers, and the mini Action Force comic, nice bonus.

 

[Ruby2511]

Very nice Andy 8)

 

[AndyPreston]

I've received this lot in the post this week, from a recent auction win. A good mix of items, and mostly in great condition. Some rare items that are new to me, and some good upgrades to pieces I already have - really pleased with these.

 

[Pulsar]

I've received this lot in the post this week, from a recent auction win. A good mix of items, and mostly in great condition. Some rare items that are new to me, and some good upgrades to pieces I already have - really pleased with these.

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That ESB Vymura folder is a great piece to have, i only managed to track one down last year, these are pretty scarce mate.
Does it have the letters and photos inside?

 

[coomber75]

got to love the transfers takes me straight back!

 

[Cazza]

I've received this lot in the post this week, from a recent auction win. A good mix of items, and mostly in great condition. Some rare items that are new to me, and some good upgrades to pieces I already have - really pleased with these.

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That's a brilliant lot- well done! If the TV Times is surplus, please let me know- been after one for my focus for an eternity

 

[AndyPreston]

Cheers guys, here's a few more pics of the Vymura folder...

That's a brilliant lot- well done! If the TV Times is surplus, please let me know- been after one for my focus for an eternity

Cazza - PM me

 

[Cazza]

PM coming...

 

[Pulsar]

Cheers guys, here's a few more pics of the Vymura folder...

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Sweet 8)

 

[TheJabbaWookie]

Wow haven't been on here for a while, but the podcast reminded me to get back on it

Rich - awesome Yoda and 3 pack for your loose collection :lol:
Spoons - that Canadian 47 Back looks lovely
Andy - lovely to see the PYE display they were banging on about of the VR podcast. Epic.
Carl - that's the first piece of Sigma I've actually seen that I wouldn't mind owning :lol:
Nick - cracking Mecanno 12bk Jawa
Bruce - lovely Leia 12b, the SW Leia artwork is one of my favourite card backs
Jez - what a beauty of a Palitoy 20bk

Here's a little something for my loose collection. Picked up the PBP figure with regular Hoth Rifle with PBP card back unnoticed on eBay and moved the card on, enabling me to pick up a loose SA80 rifle for a reasonable price and still be quids in. Happy days.

 

[Vintageviewport]

Picked up a Parker Brothers ROTJ store display. dated 1983. Unused and in pristine shape. It's my first display of any kind. Very pleased. Now to find some sealed games to go with it.

 

[user 5830]

Picked up a Parker Brothers ROTJ store display. dated 1983. Unused and in pristine shape. It's my first display of any kind. Very pleased. Now to find some sealed games to go with it.

Love this Special Leddy! 8)

 

[TK-7785]

Picked up a Parker Brothers ROTJ store display. dated 1983. Unused and in pristine shape. It's my first display of any kind. Very pleased. Now to find some sealed games to go with it.

Bloody brilliant find! Absolutely love it.

Chris

 

[Ruby2511]

Picked up a Parker Brothers ROTJ store display. dated 1983. Unused and in pristine shape. It's my first display of any kind. Very pleased. Now to find some sealed games to go with it.

Very nice piece and in superb shape, nice purchase and one to hang onto 8)

Russ

 

[AndyPreston]

Another new acquisition this week - a UK Empire press release issued from Elstree Studios, dated about April 1979, bound in booklet form between glossy covers featuring the early McQuarrie 'Vader in flames' logo. The press release has 16 pages and gives details on the production including the recent completion of filming in Finse, key information about cast and crew, a synopsis of the story, and contact details for the publicists. It's a lovely British production item and a great addition to my collection.

 

[Mini99]

That's a lovely piece Andy, the front cover is beautiful.
Where has that been hiding the last 38 years?