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03-16-2012, 11:47 AM | #1 |
I'm here for Cobra.
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Scalpers, how do you feel about them?
That evil S word is a dirty word in these parts buts its not really talked about so for once lets put this one one to discussion. Keep it civil but sound off. Some topics for discussion, how do scalpers hurt us collectors, etc? When is it ok to ask for big bucks for a chase/hard to find figure? What if he is still in the wild? Is he not in the wild anymore? We pay big bucks for some vintage figs so why not hard to find figures (playing devils advocate).Your thoughts girls and boys. Do you help your fellow collectors out, etc. Are we too quick to throw that evil S word out there sometimes. Do we have all the facts? Or are we rightfully warranted to do so because a scalper is a scalper? Well what do you think....... Last edited by C.I.A.D.; 03-16-2012 at 12:48 PM.. Reason: MOD EDIT - racial/offensive |
03-16-2012, 11:54 AM | #2 |
Oldschool fan
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quite simply they ruin the hobby. i refuse to by from anyone selling for more than they paid at retail unless said item is no longer available
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03-16-2012, 12:00 PM | #3 |
On Patrol
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As demonstrated by Spirit, I think "Scalper" is too cool of a name for them.
Perhaps a new name is in order... |
03-16-2012, 12:01 PM | #4 |
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I'm on the fence with this one. To me there are different kinds. The ones who go and scoop up all they can and sell for inflated prices just to make a buck. Yes this is a legal activity but doesn't mean we have to like it. Then there are the guys who happen to find them in the wild either have extras or are cleaning house and just put them up and figure what the hay, "I might as well try to get some extra cash with these figures". Now a better approach for the latter would be just to post them and either start off at either a more reasonable price or just take some offers. Or put them on ebay with the scalpers and stay somewhat annonymous because the flaming will happen on here. I find it hard to believe that anyone would think otherwise. We all now the mentallity of "us" tankers when it comes to this subject. So when posting these HTF figures at what you may believe to be a good price....Well others may not think so and they're going to tell you about it regardless of posting rules. I'm guessing this post is in regards to the recent SS for sale posting where the OP got napalmed for his asking price? I For one don't necessarily blame the flaming due to the above mentioned knowing it was coming. I, and this is merely an opinion and not a hack on any involved, agree with the OP's counter attacks. He then stooped to the level if not a level lower than the "flamers" at that point. I'm not even sure if this was completely on topic, but I see both sides of yeasterday's arguement but OP didn't handle it as well as it should've been because like I said it's common knowledge that the flaming would be on it's way.
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03-16-2012, 12:01 PM | #5 |
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I think they're great.
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03-16-2012, 12:05 PM | #6 |
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03-16-2012, 12:06 PM | #7 |
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It depends. I think it's ok to feed your hobby by buying extra figs for resale purposes.
I think it's lame if you are not a collector and just buy toys for scalping purposes. I don't think that scalpers hurt the hobby, they buy figs which means sales for Hasbro and the retailers. Last edited by Steve T; 03-16-2012 at 12:07 PM.. Reason: Typo fix |
03-16-2012, 12:07 PM | #8 |
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It's all part of living in a Capitalist society. It's their right to charge what they want, and it's my right to buy or not buy. Some people sell HTF figs to help with supplemental income and I can respect that. Some do it to be able to continue collecting. I can respect that. Others do it purely for the money, and I don't have a problem with that either. I don't like having to pay above MSRP for a figure, but if I really want it (i.e. SDCC Jinx this year), I'll pay above and beyond MSRP.
I have to remember, scalpers don't determine what's going to be popular or highly sought after, and they also don't determine the production number of a certain figure. I don't think anyone likes paying more than MSRP (heck, a lot don't even like paying that!), but I will for something that I really want and can't find at MSRP. It can be unfortunate, but it's all part of the collecting experience. |
03-16-2012, 12:08 PM | #9 |
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I don't hate and loathe the fabled "Toy Scalper" as much as I see others do. The truth of the matter is, if it's a retail product, I'm at the stores, at open, on truck day to get what I want. So in a sense, I'm facing the Scalpers on equal terms. That, and I don't cherry pick. I like supporting the line because I like the products. I'm a "collect them all" type guy so I probably got that one per case figure in the case I ordered online. Instead of paying $45 shipped for 1 fig, just spend another $45 and get 11 more. Anyone who complains they had to pay that amount on a HTF fig, deserves to complain.
As for Con exclusives, that's a whole 'nother matter. I still don't blame the scalper so much as I fault Hasbro. How many years and still they can't do a little better supplying the demand? They know people will buy a bunch just to try and re-sell. So they should make enough extra for them too...
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03-16-2012, 12:16 PM | #10 |
Cobra Viper
Join Date: Aug 2011
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I am not a fan... showed that yesterday in the B/S/T and got an infraction for it, oh well, my bad for opening my mouth and not reading the rules :P ... On a better note, I got a Renegades SS for retail price from a local tanker, I hooked him up with a free MOC Zombie Viper, not only did I get an awesome deal, I made another great local connection and a new friend... I also got a Lowlight, Spirit and Quick Kicks this way, didn't pay a dime over what they paid retail for them... Maybe I am just spoiled by an awesome group of local tankers... If we work together, and pick up these figures to help each other out and not do it out of greed, we can strike back at the scalpers...
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