My new collection

[Galactic James]

If you have read my introduction post, you will know I sold my old collection when I was 14. But now, as of today, I am officially collecting again!!

[Galactic James]

To open, or to keep in packaging...

[MattG]

To open, or to keep in packaging...

Ah, the eternal question. Personally I like to open them, as you can display more on a shelf.

[Reverend Strone]

I think it all comes down to asking oneself, what is it about them that you like? If you know the answer, then that will help you decide which pieces to buy and what to leave, and how best to enjoy them. Welcome back to the hobby!

[Armante]

For me, everything is out of the packaging and in the display case. I want to see them, pose them occasionally, group them together.
To me, figures and statues in boxes look like a retail store shelf

Admittedly, there is some really nice packaging too, and I do keep the boxes for the 12in figures.
I also collect for my enjoyment, not for potential future value to on-sell.

[Fairtex]

I open everything except the vintage line that came out a few years back. I think they were the VOTC line? I love the vintage packaging. Bought double ups on some. One to open and one to keep in the packaging.

This is how I displayed the VOTC line:

[Galactic James]

Newest edition, Force FX Black Series Darth Vader Lightsaber

[Archon Revuge]

Nice one James! Always love seeing a collection come together. Got any plans for how you're going to display it all? A room or nook that you'll be dedicating to the 'Wars?

[Galactic James]

Saber will hopefully be wall mounted in my bedroom, hoping to get a little display case for now, until I move into somewhere with a bit more room. Currently trying to decide what to start collecting first

[Galactic James]

Have also now got a 3.75" storm trooper, a 6" Finn, and a 12" chewie