Author Topic: If it's not a figure, what is it? (Read 5189 times)

Darth Spice · « **on:** May 09, 2004, 10:31:00 AM »

For me it by far would have to be a Master Replicas product. While very expensive, I think these are a awesome addition to anyones collection. While many are impressed by the many figures that adorn my collection, it is the Luke Skywalker ROTJ saber that grabs attention. I have a hard time keeping up with the 3 3/4 line, and unless I want divorce papers I have to keep the Master Replicas purchase to a minimum. What do the Troops like to score? IF it can not be a figure!

dustrho · « **Reply #1 on:** May 09, 2004, 07:28:04 PM »

I would have to say if it's not a figure it could be so many different things. One thing that I've started collecting are comic books (trade paper backs). I never thought I would ever get into comic books. But, my best friend had just bought the Jango Fett comic book, I read it, and was blown away at the drawings and storyline of it. That was my first comic book, and now a year later I have nine trade paper backs. I chose trade paper backs versus the regular comic books, mainly because they don't have advertisements in them and they will hold up better.

Sandtrooper Dan · « **Reply #2 on:** May 10, 2004, 05:41:32 AM »

I guess I would have to say I collect the dioramas I build. (some I sell) I really do'nt have anything Star Wars outside of the figures and Ships, and a few autographs. I'm happy!

I did start a collection of RougeJediPrincess Star Wars Candy, now I just need her to make me the second set.

She's awesome at that candy making.

dustrho · « **Reply #3 on:** May 10, 2004, 06:34:49 AM »

Quote from: Sandtrooper Dan on May 10, 2004, 05:41:32 AM

I guess I would have to say I collect the dioramas I build. (some I sell)

Do staff members of Sandtroopers.com get any kind of a discount on these by chance?

Sandtrooper Dan · « **Reply #4 on:** May 10, 2004, 08:07:39 AM »

You just never know dustrho. Anything inperticular your looking for? LMK.

dustrho · « **Reply #5 on:** May 10, 2004, 08:24:47 AM »

Sent you a PM Dan.

Boba Binks · « **Reply #6 on:** June 11, 2004, 04:47:35 PM »

I use to be heavy into the cusotm figures and diorama building. But with the new life I started I just do not have lots of time for such things. Though I still make things here and there. I do want to get back into the customizing soon.

I have many comic books from the past four or five years now. Really enjoyable. I use to get lots of my inspiration for customizing from these.

But if I had to pick something besides figures...
I would have to go with the comic books.

dustrho · « **Reply #7 on:** June 11, 2004, 04:52:21 PM »

Quote from: Boba Binks on June 11, 2004, 04:47:35 PM

But with the new life I started I just do not have lots of time for such things.

What's up with this "new life" you're talking about here? Better job bringing in more money or something?

Boba Binks · « **Reply #8 on:** June 12, 2004, 07:30:44 PM »

Yeah I started a new job as a Graphics Production Leader at a Real Estate Advertising Company here in town. I am working many more hours with some travel but but pay and benifits are good so it evens out.

My new life as I call it is starting to bring in more money for my collecting though it leaves me with less free time.

dustrho · « **Reply #9 on:** June 12, 2004, 07:56:56 PM »

Well, congratulation on the new gig then. It's always great to bring in more money for the toys. You just have to prioritize spending time with your collection, so don't start neglecting it.

Y-WingJager · « **Reply #10 on:** June 17, 2004, 02:55:19 PM »

I have a few other hobbies as well, so in a way I'm glad that Hasbro issued so many repacks.

I also do WWII re-enacting and if you think this hobbie is expensive, you have no idea what expensive is.

But back to SW stuff I'd like to get the MR rebel blaster, and RFT helmet, and a do a custom Y-wing helmet also.

Darth Spice · « **Reply #11 on:** June 22, 2004, 12:04:20 AM »

I forgot to add my love of chasing down SW celebs and getting their John Hancock on my minty-mint cards! I'm closing in on 40, and with C3 that should easily surpass 75 by then! I hope they add people that were not at C2. If they do, make sure they bring in enough new blood!

Lt. Starfox · « **Reply #12 on:** June 28, 2004, 10:35:56 PM »

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I did start a collection of RougeJediPrincess Star Wars Candy, now I just need her to make me the second set. She's awesome at that candy making.

amen to that bro!

still have my Vader, Chewie and Yoda on a shelf!

I bought the Vader FX Saber a year back and this thing is simply awesome.....I remember the first time I lit it up in the dark...made me want to cream my shorts right there

(i know, TMI)

Darth Spice · « **Reply #13 on:** July 01, 2004, 08:57:23 PM »

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I bought the Vader FX Saber a year back and this thing is simply awesome.....I remember the first time I lit it up in the dark...made me want to cream my shorts right there

Whoa easy there Fox, lil too much info there bro! Ease up killer! Shhesh! I thought I'd be the one flying off the handle in the NEW ST forum! I'm glad to see you cats are making yourself comfortable.

dustrho · « **Reply #14 on:** July 01, 2004, 09:21:59 PM »

Quote from: starfox on June 28, 2004, 10:35:56 PM

I bought the Vader FX Saber a year back and this thing is simply awesome.....I remember the first time I lit it up in the dark...made me want to cream my shorts right there (i know, TMI)

We don't need that kind of talk around here... JUST KIDDING! I was the same way when I got my FX Anakin Skywalker Saber.

Lt. Starfox · « **Reply #15 on:** July 02, 2004, 06:23:54 AM »

i would love to get the Windu saber also....but I may wait until these things hit some kind of clearance sale!

dustrho · « **Reply #16 on:** July 02, 2004, 07:07:07 AM »

Quote from: starfox on July 02, 2004, 06:23:54 AM

i would love to get the Windu saber also....but I may wait until these things hit some kind of clearance sale!

That's exactly what I did with my Anakin lightsaber. I think it was initially $139 but I bought it when it went down to $89. I think it was well worth that dollar amount. I want to either get the Darth Vader or Mace Windu FX lightsabers next, but I'm steering away from the Luke FX saber. I heard there were a few problems with that saber, so I'm not going to dump $$$ into something that's been very problematic.

TopJedi · « **Reply #17 on:** July 03, 2004, 06:44:07 AM »

I love to find really obscure items.......like sealed boxes of vintage ROTJ Pepperidge Farms cookies, bedding......and other stranger oddities. I think the oddest item I have is a sealed pair of vintage little kids sock/house shoes....... I had some similiar to them when I was a kid....so having a sealed pair is sweet!

dustrho · « **Reply #18 on:** July 03, 2004, 07:34:25 AM »

You like collecting odd items, huh Brian? Well, I'm somewhat in the same boat as you but not entirely by choice. My dad will buy anything that says Star Wars on it, as long as the price is within reason. He's gotten me band-aids, party favors, Valentine's Day cards, and all sorts of other crap that I wouldn't normally buy myself.

TopJedi · « **Reply #19 on:** July 03, 2004, 04:29:39 PM »

Quote from: dustrho on July 03, 2004, 07:34:25 AM

You like collecting odd items, huh Brian? Well, I'm somewhat in the same boat as you but not entirely by choice. My dad will buy anything that says Star Wars on it, as long as the price is within reason. He's gotten me band-aids, party favors, Valentine's Day cards, and all sorts of other crap that I wouldn't normally buy myself.

Same here man, I've got a big plastic tub filled with oddities like that.....usually you can find the stuff for cheap on clearance...so I figure why not

I've even got some EP1 or 2 underwear stashed....lol

RJP · « **Reply #20 on:** July 08, 2004, 12:42:20 PM »

Quote from: starfox on June 28, 2004, 10:35:56 PM

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I did start a collection of RougeJediPrincess Star Wars Candy, now I just need her to make me the second set. She's awesome at that candy making.

amen to that bro! still have my Vader, Chewie and Yoda on a shelf!

Anyone willing to pick me up a new mold will get all the candy they want

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dustrho · « **Reply #21 on:** July 08, 2004, 12:44:03 PM »

RJP, are those chocolate flavored figures?

RJP · « **Reply #22 on:** July 08, 2004, 12:46:47 PM »

Chewie and Vader are but Boba is vanilla flovored. I can make them in many different flovors using candy melts.

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dustrho · « **Reply #23 on:** July 08, 2004, 12:50:08 PM »

Most excellent work there! Impressive!

Lt. Starfox · « **Reply #24 on:** July 08, 2004, 12:52:29 PM »

seeing those pictures makes me yearn for more....what mold do you need RJP?

RJP · « **Reply #25 on:** July 08, 2004, 12:59:17 PM »

There are quite a few out there. Most are bootlegs but that's cool too. Some are all one character like yoda lollypops. Others are similar to the ones I have just different groupings of characters. The one I really want has an Ewok besides the other characters.

RJP · « **Reply #26 on:** July 08, 2004, 01:05:54 PM »

Oh see what you did now

I just went on ebay and found one with Jabba, a Gamorean Guard and Bib Fortuna. Now I'm gonna hafta buy it

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dustrho · « **Reply #27 on:** July 08, 2004, 04:50:43 PM »

The only thing I have that is somewhat similar to those are the vintage cake pans...

- Darth Vader
- R2-D2

Lt. Starfox · « **Reply #28 on:** July 08, 2004, 06:24:31 PM »

Quote from: RJP on July 08, 2004, 01:05:54 PM

Oh see what you did now
I just went on ebay and found one with Jabba, a Gamorean Guard and Bib Fortuna. Now I'm gonna hafta buy it

go rjp, go rjp, go rjp!!!!!

TopJedi · « **Reply #29 on:** July 09, 2004, 04:51:06 AM »

WOW, those candies are AWESOME!!!

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