Ronin wrote: Mon Aug 14, 2023 7:39 pm
Hmmmm, I'm not so sure they'll go down in value. I'm thinking about how Master Replicas lightsabers have continued to hold their value despite all the various companies online now that make more accurate replicas, not to mention the uber accurate ones you find at places like the RPF. The HCG is a high quality piece. It was limited to only 500 units right? Even after UC releases there's, the HCG will still be a highly sought after collectible because of the rarity alone. Sure, they could dip a bit in price but I wouldn't expect them to plummet. That being said, if you're not particularly attached to the HCG and having possible seller's remorse, then sure, might as well unload it.
Just giving my thoughts, Val. Don't let me sway you one way or the other. I'd hate for you to sell it only for you to regret it or not sell it and it does end up dropping in price.
Oh I'm very much attached to the bow and quiver, especially the bow, which I bought at retail price when it was first released. There were two versions of it, but the only difference was that the special edition one came with two magnetic arrowheads. I don't recall how many of each version was made, but there weren't many, hence the rarity and high cost. You're probably right, and I go through this every time UC announces that a replica is coming out that is something I already own either as a custom piece or one made long ago by another company.
So far, I've kept my metal Eomer and Theoden helms over UC's resin ones, and I plan to hang onto my Aeglos, which has a pole that is the correct length and is a single piece. Also, HCG's Lorien bow comes with a vertical display.
Besides, from the time Kit confirms UC has approved something, it takes a year or more before it sees the light of day and that's a long time to have a blank spot on my wall.
As for that list, I'd love Haldir's sword, anything for Merry and Pippin, and Gimli's Throwing Axes. I'm neutral on the third wraith sword, and I've no real interest in Denethor's sword. As for Sauron's sword, it's fake news... never happened.