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11-09-2007, 07:19 PM | #1 |
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Yeah, it sure looks like a silly question, doesn't it?
But I have encounterd collectors who think of it as something other than just a hobby. Since others might share this POV, I wanted to float it past everyone else. For example, I rebuilt/restored a GIJoe USS Flagg from the ground up out of spare parts I found on ebay, at hobby store junk bins, and on trade. Just to give you an idea how much "work" that was, I had to locate nearly a dozen parts for the complete sensor array alone. I'm very proud of how it's turned out, but I still don't see it as "work" per-se. I don't think it necessarily deserves some kind of reward outside of the satisfaction of having it either. Recently, I've done the same with a Defiant playset and I'm starting on my second. I don't consider that work either. It can be annoying at times, but it's part of the hobby for me; more recreational. Ditto on the customs. And outside of my real job, I don't think of shopping for figures as work either. Browse, click, bid, sit on your ass, wait for the package, and that's it. Sure, sometimes you work through other collectors, but :yawn: there's really not much to this, unless you're writing a book, or you have some sort of disability or something. It's supposed to be fun, right? So what do you think? Is collecting work to you? -PJ |
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11-09-2007, 08:12 PM | #2 |
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IMO, it really shouldn't be work. It should be enjoyed as a hobby. One should take time to learn all about it, so that things like "running changes" and "variants" aren't a surprise, they're expected.
I really enjoy collecting. I loved G.I.Joe since I was seven (that was in 1982, so yes, I'm old, lol). I don't even consider my eBay store (righteous self promotion, WOOT!) "work", persay. I enjoy interacting with other members in the community and I've been fortunate enough to meet a lot of great people through my store, and through the boards for that matter. If I had to call it work, I'd say it's been the best work I've had all my life. I've never looked at hunting something down as a chore...it was always worth the thrill of the hunt itself. Did I just waste fourty bucks in gas to find a 5 dollar figure? heck yeah I did, and I found him! Woo Hoo! This hobby is what you make it. The only time it's work is when you let it become such. ~ Fin ~ |
11-09-2007, 08:18 PM | #3 |
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negative, it's a hobby.
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11-09-2007, 08:34 PM | #4 |
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I think there are times when I let it stress me out too much, but it's still just a hobby.
As CIAD said about the hunt (that's one of the parts that stresses me ) I could make it easier on myself if I just preordered everything and waited, but I don't get the same joy from that as I do from running all over 3 towns searching stores only to turn the corner in the toy aisle and finally see GI Joe figures hanging on the pegs. There is a thrill there that is much like finding hidden treasure. and while making customs and costumes can be a lot of work and take a long time (sometimes) it's still very relaxing to me |
11-09-2007, 08:55 PM | #5 |
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Is toy collecting "work"?
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I'm very proud of how it's turned out, but I still don't see it as "work" per-se. I don't think it necessarily deserves some kind of reward outside of the satisfaction of having it either.
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And outside of my real job, I don't think of shopping for figures as work either. Browse, click, bid, sit on your ass, wait for the package, and that's it.
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Sure, sometimes you work through other collectors, but :yawn: there's really not much to this, unless you're writing a book, or you have some sort of disability or something.
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It's supposed to be fun, right?
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11-09-2007, 08:58 PM | #6 |
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I see it as a hobby and since I have so much free time, I can go looking for the items I want. The hunt is just as much fun as putting up displays of my figures.
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11-09-2007, 09:22 PM | #7 |
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Not "work" in as much as a "job" or "career", but my personal G.I.Joe collecting has certainly entailed a lot of hard work. But the thing is...it's ALL enjoyable effort to me because it's for my hobby.
So, tracking down rare items, former Hasbro employees, researching, designing/building display items, websites, etc. etc...are all forms of work. Though I do enjoy my sleep time, I wouldn't have anywhere near the collection I have if I just lazily laid back and expected items/info would walk up and jump into my possession. Like alot of collectors these days, I'm long past the point with the items I'm after that I can simply say, "I want 'X'. I'll take out the wallet, and go to the store (online or brick and mortar) and buy 'X'. I now own 'X'". But it's so darn enjoyable, even if it does sometimes take a long time & concerted effort! -Peter Last edited by j_t_d; 11-09-2007 at 09:29 PM.. |
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ok, ok, since you all put it that way...
a part-time job? |
11-09-2007, 09:43 PM | #9 |
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So, tracking down rare items, former Hasbro employees, researching, designing/building display items, websites, etc. etc...are all forms of work.
Have you ever been turned away by a Hasbro associate because they've felt that they're more of a target rather than a person? How do you resolve that apparent dispute? Do you see other people as part of your hobby? Why or why not? Quote:
Like alot of collectors these days, I'm long past the point with the items I'm after that I can simply say, "I want 'X'. I'll take out the wallet, and go to the store (online or brick and mortar) and buy 'X'. I now own 'X'".
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But it's so darn enjoyable, even if it does sometimes take a long time & concerted effort!
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11-09-2007, 09:50 PM | #10 |
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it's like i buy stuff, then i think..."what the heck am i doing".
i could be planning vacations and cruises maybe even a trip to Europe, but no... ......tsssss |
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