HELPING YOU TAKE CARE OF YOUR FIGURE(S)!


Hi,

My name's Colin, and this is my wife Thicha.

Whether you're new to collecting action figures or a veteran collector you'll find the answers to your questions here.

The action figure hobby has gained a lot of publicity over recent years and has "matured" since the first innocent G.I. Joe came off the production line way back in 1964.

No longer are action figures just toys to be played with as the adult collectors market has grown in popularity.


Halo 3 SDCC Exclusive Now Available Online!

If you missed this at SDCC your luck has just changed!

It seems that McFarlane still has a few sets of these Halo 3 commerative double packs available.

Each set features an Exclusive Spartan Soldier (EVA HellSpartan) and a CQB Active Camouflage Spartan.

These sets are limited to only 3000 packs and will only be available for a short period of time (while stock lasts). See HellSpartan for more information.



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What is an action figure?

The debate on what exactly an acction figure is has been raging on for decades and there are many differing definitions.

But where did this strange term come from and what does it mean?

Well, it all began in the mid 1960's when...(read more)


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How do you start collecting action figures?

Sounds easy, doesn't it?

But without proper planning it can be fraught with dangers.

Learn how to start your own collection with this easy to follow step by step guide which will help you:

  • decide on what to collect
  • choose your niche
  • decide whether to collect 'em all
  • and whether to buy new or secondhand

Plus many other helpful tips. Find out How to start collecting...


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Do you want to save money?

How to get the best value when buy your action figures?

Learn how to buy cheaper and better action figures and save $$$ in the process...(read more)


hellboy bust Do you know the difference between a chase action figure and a variant action figure?

Knowing the difference between these two commonly used terms, and others could save you making some common mistakes when buying your action figures and may help you get that ultra rare action figure for a fraction of its value.

Learn more...


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How do you take care of your action figures?

OK, so you've decided what you want to collect and you've bought your first few action figures.

So, what do you do with them now?

Store them in a cupboard?

Put them in a display cabinet?

Learn:

  • how to protect your action figures
  • how to handle your action figures
  • the effects of humidity and sunlight
  • how to store your action figures and where
  • how to display your action figures safely

And keep your action figures in pristine condition...read more


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When was the last time you cleaned your action figures?

Yesterday?

Last week

Last month?

Last year?

Never?

This is an all to often neglected part of action figure collecting, yet to keep your action figures in pristine condition you need to ensure they are taken care of properly.

But what should you do?

Find out the best methods to use to keep your collection clean and fresh looking...read more



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Do you want to know how to grade your action figures?

How are they graded?

Do your action figures need to be professionally graded?

Find out the answer to these questions and more...here



What is a customized action figure?

One of the fatest growing sectors of the action figure hobby is the art of customizing your own action figures.

But what is customizing?

How do you customize an action figure?

To find out how you can get started in this fascinating hobby read here



Introducing...

As this site grows I have found it neccessary to find other enthusiasts to help me maintain it and keep it up to day. The first of these guest writers is Joshua. I will let him introduce himself.

My name is Joshua Henry and...
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Competition Time

Win up to $120 or more each MONTH.

How?

For full information and details see here


Competition Time

Do you customize your action figures?

Want to share them with others?

AND

Win $20 in CASH!

Then find out more





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Do you customize action figures?

Share your tips, ideas, techniques and expertize with others. Creat your own gallery of YOUR action figures.

Customs Corner is unique. It is an area by collectors for collectors.

Create your own mini-MySpace and add your own pages, images or even videos!

This area is BY YOU and FOR YOU.

Start now by adding YOUR profile to Customs Corner!


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Not sure where to get the latest releases?

Do you have an ultra-rare figure?

All your questions answered here...

Are you an expert on collecting Action Figures, maybe you can help others by sharing your knowledge...

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