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Thank you for all of your welcomes, wish I joined sooner :)
But still havent found anyone willing to take part in my project :/
Please ask around for me? :)
 
Welcome to all, you'll love it here......or else! :lol:
Oops, sorry my dark side slipped out there, hee!
 
Hi all, I'm a toy collector. I collect any toy from various franchises which I fancy, generally new unless it's too expensive. I always keep my figures unopened.

I was a child during the 90's re-release of the films (I'm 21 now). I've always loved the magic of the Star Wars franchise, there's nothing quite like it. I've been reading about vintage figures and lurking the forum for well over a year now but I thought I'd introduce myself.

There's no way I'll ever be able to afford carded vintage figures so I've decided to buy vgc/mint figures, and put them in reproduction cards. I know many people are against this but I definitely won't be reselling and the cards are clearly labelled as reproduction (beggarscanyontoys). The plan is to get the first wave of 1977 figures and a millennium falcon. There's something about hearing about all the hype during the initial release which makes me nostalgic... even though I wasn't even born at the time! I've just ordered a Chewbacca and the 1977 version cardback to have a go with and hopefully it'll come out ok.

I've also known about the "Blue Snaggletooth" for a while and am hoping to get one with an AFA grade at some point. I find the whole story behind them really interesting.

As far as star wars toys go, I have a boxed vintage collection AT-AT, Sideshow desert sands Stormtrooper and a Boba Fett. I'm planning on picking up the upcoming Vader, I had the ANH version but sold it in anticipation for this release.

So there's my story. Thanks for reading and I hope to get to know you all during my time here!
Chris.
 
Hi Chris, welcome to the forum and Lars is a good name to call yourself on the forum :mrgreen:
 
Hi Lars and welcome.... don't worry, when I first joined I had an opinion that repro wasn't harmful, but the guys here took only 10 minutes to convert me back from the dark side :lol:
 
Welcome Chris AKA Lars :D

I think putting your figs in a repro cardback is a bad idea but as you stated you will not be selling them :? But it is a great idea to mark the cards as repro so if for some reason they do get sold its know that the cards are fake. But IMO I wouldn't, what I would do is try and buy original cardbacks with the bubbles (yes they can be found) still attached or not & re-seal them. At least it would be all original, but remember to keep a record that they are re-sealed for the sake of future collectors :D

Anyways enjoy the forum :D

Cheers
June
 
Hi all,

My name is Karl, I live in Scotland. I'm fairly new to this forum, I've always been a big fan of star wars and
the vintage toy lines. I like many used to have a collection as a kid but no longer do, it's time to buy back my childhood. I probably should have introduced myself sooner, but hey i've never been one for doing things the right way around. I already know a few of you guys and have been made to feel very welcome.

Karl.
 
Welcome Lars :D

Agree with June, great idea to ensure repro cards are clearly marked, but you can buy mocs at very reasonable prices, if your not looking for graded quality
The guys on here are very trustworthy and do some fantastic deals
If like me budget is tight, then time patience and a clear idea of the run you want will pay dividends over time
Recard s, can give you an instant collection, but they will always be trying to be something they are not :D

Have a look at the FS threads on here and you'll get a good idea on prices



Welcome to the forum Karl....enjoy :D it's all good on here
 
Welcome Jon, Simen, Debs & Fisto

Welcome Lars, I just bought not very minty MOCs just 10 mins back (at 20 GBP each they are brilliant). I am a newbie and a budget collector and have found really good deals and trustworthy guys on this forum. I have been on the repro path for a short while but it's not worth it.
 
Hi all

I'm new here, from Twickenham, Middlesex

Been watching Toy Hunter on Sky and has got me thinking about my old Star Wars toys again

My old vintage Star Wars toys have been up in the loft over 20 years so i'm planning on going up there soon and having a look

I was the sort of child that really took care of my toys so hopefully they are all still in good condition

My main hobby is American cars, I have 2 Dodge Challengers and a Mustang so i'm not really looking into getting into serious collecting again but i'd like to maybe complete the last 17, from memory I have, Luke Stormtrooper, Anakin, Imperial Dignitary, Han Carbonite and a few others maybe

I will try and take some pictures if I get them down

By the way, one thing that always bothered me when going to Toy Fairs and boot sales, what causes the white figures to yellow ? Is it simply just displaying them in the sun or are there other reasons ?

Also have tried to send a PM on here but can't find the option in someone's profile, any ideas?

Thanks

Justin
 
Yellowing is ageing and there's nothing that can be done. Obviously being in the sun will cause it to yellow quicker.

I'd imagine you can't PM yet as a mod needs to approve you. There'll be a button in the top right hand corner.

Welcome to the forum.
 
Hi Justin, welcome to this amazing forum :D

Sounds like some cool figures you have from your childhood, I hope we will see some pictures :wink:

Maybe this 2 threads can help about yellowing

http://www.starwarsforum.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=16605

http://www.starwarsforum.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=7435
 
Thanks guys, so i'm assuming if it's ageing when they are still in the bubble on the card they still go yellow ?
 
Name: Paul
Age:35
Single/married: attached
Residence: Hampshire
Occupation: personal trainer
Kids: Yes 8
Pets: 2x Maltese terriers
Collecting Focus: vintage
Character Focus: darth vader, boba fett

Hi all I've been a life long fan of anything Star Wars and recently dug out a couple of son post helmets and a 1978 press kit which made me think about getting into collecting on a bigger scale.
 
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