Can someone please explain to me...?

[Wilycub]

Originally Posted by MADBUBBLER

I think some proto's like the feliner, quickjaws, madbubbler are to be considered as ultra rare. For the figs that were in production, the two packs ( luna lasher mumm-ra, thunderwings lion-o, laser sabers mumm-ra,...) are the rarest i think.

Oh, I had completely forgotten about the Prototypes. Thanks for mentioning those. I bet they must go for a small fortune. But since most prototype owners/sellers don't post them on sites like EBay, it's difficult to know how much they sell for.

Originally Posted by 2011thundercats

I have two MOC Bengalis. Canadian and US version. One is graded AFA80 and i dont believe it is worth $3000. Thunderwings lion o should not be more than 2000 or max 2500 same applies for mummra luna lasher. and jaga for 2000 thats a biggest joke.

Front facing snarf MOC - $70 + $80 (for grading)
Wily Kit MOC ($125-$150)
Jaga ($150-200) + $80 for grading.

Even if you get AFA80 or 85 i would even take AFA 65-75 then pay 2000 for jaga.

I picked up MINT Lion O with Thunderwings (not carded) for $60.

Really? Wow! You sure got a great bargain on the Thunderwings Lion-O. The prices that you have mentioned for MOC figures are actually around what loose figures sell for on EBay. And not even mint condition figures, but those that have been played with and have substantial wear and tear. I guess Ebay sellers do tend to go a tad overboard with their pricing. Having said that, does anyone know of any alternative sites where LJN Thundercats figures are sold beides Ebay?

[dan07]

Originally Posted by Wilycub

I just saw someone selling a "MOC Lion-O with Thunderwings" for USD 6000! Now I'm no collector so I don't know the value of such carded figures but 6 grand seems like a lot of dough to dish out for what is... well, essentially a toy.

When you think about it, graded figures should go for a premium - an AFA graded figure is protected by a well made, high quality case and has been independently verified by a third party, that provides a professional, unbiased opinion on the piece. The seller has also taken the risk of sending the figure to the AFA - the piece could be damaged in transit or could back with a lower than wanted grade. Grading is also a costly process. All that said, when you're going after a piece that is graded, you have to use common sense. I don't think anyone will pay anywhere near $7,000 for an AFA 75 Thunderwings Lion-o - which is an okay grade. A more realistic price would be $1,500 - $2,000 depending on the buyer. The seller is (was?) a member on this forum - maybe he could provide some insight behind his pricing, but I honestly think it's priced waaaay too high, as are most AFA graded pieces on eBay.

[Pash2x4b]

I have a loose blue laser saber, it seems to be really rare but cant really tell its desirability as there arent any in recent history on ebay, does anyone have an idea how much i could expect for it? its not graded but is undamaged and more importantly it WORKS lol

[Wilycub]

Originally Posted by Pash2x4b

I have a loose blue laser saber, it seems to be really rare but cant really tell its desirability as there arent any in recent history on ebay, does anyone have an idea how much i could expect for it? its not graded but is undamaged and more importantly it WORKS lol

To my knowledge, the loose laser sabers aren't considered "rare" and hence not worth that much. However, if they are Mint on Card (MOC) especially with a figure, then they are quite valuable.

[Pash2x4b]

Oh ok thanks for the quick and informative reply!

I just hope i can get a good amount for my cats lair!

[Wilycub]

Ok, I had a question for the collectors. It may sound a bit silly but I'll ask it anyways

If someone is selling an item that they claim is MISB (Mint In Sealed Box) and never opened, how can a buyer verify that the box actually contains the item when there is no way to see inside the box and you aren't supposed to open it either?