jcrazy wrote:
I'm having a tough time trying to decide on how and where to put my figures at. What does everyone prefer or like the most?
Unable to vote . . . gotta go with glass shelved bookcases with glass doors . . . pics to follow!
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| Author: | jcrazy [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 5:12 am ] |
| Post subject: | Shelves vs. Detolfs |
I'm having a tough time trying to decide on how and where to put my figures at. What does everyone prefer or like the most? |
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| Author: | devilboy [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 5:33 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
a lot hate 'em but detolfs are cheap and easy. |
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| Author: | Anti Social Andy [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 5:34 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
jcrazy wrote: I'm having a tough time trying to decide on how and where to put my figures at. What does everyone prefer or like the most? Unable to vote . . . gotta go with glass shelved bookcases with glass doors . . . pics to follow!
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| Author: | smo9monster [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 7:15 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
Scary Andy wrote: Unable to vote . . . gotta go with glass shelved bookcases with glass doors . . . pics to follow! Detolfs look great but I'd need too many! Deep cabinet with glass shelves with glass doors for me too - 
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| Author: | UnderBeit [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 7:17 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
I tend to be 'hands on' with my toys. Shelves all the way. |
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| Author: | BloodDrinker6969 [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 8:06 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
Though Deltofs have the "anti-dust" advantage, they look cold and ugly to me. I don't want to feel like I live in a museum or snooty art gallery. I went bookshelf. They have more than 1 use (books, huh?) feel more natural and warm and dusting toys gives me an excuse to pick them up, re-arrange them and over mess around with them. |
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| Author: | ribbon controller [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 8:31 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
smo9monster wrote: Scary Andy wrote: Unable to vote . . . gotta go with glass shelved bookcases with glass doors . . . pics to follow! Detolfs look great but I'd need too many! Deep cabinet with glass shelves with glass doors for me too - see thats what I need ....looks great, doesn't give off a store display feel and keeps the dust out |
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| Author: | Vombie [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 8:41 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
I don't like detolfs either--but I do like the general style. When I get situated, I'm going for something bigger, or with only a glass door. something like this:  with this, I feel like I can personalize it more easily--throw some art work/posters up on it and maybe even paint it. I also like that it isn't completely made of glass. I'm the kind of guy who likes a good amount of natural light coming in, so at least I won't have to worry about my stuff getting hit with the rays with this display cabinet. |
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| Author: | ribbon controller [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 9:11 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
that looks pretty cool..I like that it isn't glass all over..maybe a black version |
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| Author: | kidclam [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 9:21 am ] |
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smo9monster wrote: Scary Andy wrote: Unable to vote . . . gotta go with glass shelved bookcases with glass doors . . . pics to follow! Detolfs look great but I'd need too many! Deep cabinet with glass shelves with glass doors for me too - smog, can we have a BIG picture please? i wanna see the Gargamels. |
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| Author: | Anti Social Andy [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 9:34 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
BloodDrinker6969 wrote: I don't want to feel like I live in a museum or snooty art gallery. That's exactly the look I'm aiming for . . .  Each piece with space enough to be viewed and in a pre defined layout with others of the same line. Totally OCD but immensely satisfying!
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| Author: | Joe [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 9:40 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
Scary Andy wrote: BloodDrinker6969 wrote: I don't want to feel like I live in a museum or snooty art gallery. That's exactly the look I'm aiming for . . . Each piece with space enough to be viewed and in a pre defined layout with others of the same line. Totally OCD but immensely satisfying! I'm with you on this. Fuck the Detolf haters. |
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| Author: | bryce_r [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 9:57 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
go for the Billy with glass shelves. It's not as nerdy as the detolf. I would consider a detolf but with kids...It's too tempting to knock on the glass. |
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| Author: | smo9monster [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 9:59 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
kidclam wrote: smog, can we have a BIG picture please? i wanna see the Gargamels. Hi kidclam - here's my full collection thread with all the pics on - http://www.skullbrain.org/bb/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=24514&start=0&st=0&sk=t&sd=a Nothing new really since this post but celga are doing a good job at filling a new box for me! Few new Gargamel pics just uploaded to my flickr... |
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| Author: | BloodDrinker6969 [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 10:34 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
Scary Andy wrote: BloodDrinker6969 wrote: I don't want to feel like I live in a museum or snooty art gallery. That's exactly the look I'm aiming for . . . Each piece with space enough to be viewed and in a pre defined layout with others of the same line. Totally OCD but immensely satisfying! See, for me, I prefer cramming. Like a collage, overlaying colors and textures and sculpts. What appeals to me most about that is it's what I might have had as a kid, and these toys, for me, are ALL about bringing that excitement back. As a kid I'd have HATED the sterile look and wonder "why aren't they being played wiiitth!!?!?!" Though I don't actually pick mine up and play with them, setting them up in different set ups all crowded in, mixing and matching the display is about as close as I can get. |
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| Author: | bannedindc [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 12:48 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
BloodDrinker6969 wrote: See, for me, I prefer cramming. Like a collage, overlaying colors and textures and sculpts. What appeals to me most about that is it's what I might have had as a kid, and these toys, for me, are ALL about bringing that excitement back. As a kid I'd have HATED the sterile look and wonder "why aren't they being played wiiitth!!?!?!" Though I don't actually pick mine up and play with them, setting them up in different set ups all crowded in, mixing and matching the display is about as close as I can get. Josh and Glenn are on your side. I on the other hand am like a OCD, all facing the same way, by sculpt and anal retentive manner of display. I feel that I appeciate each toy sculpt better that way. Less is more for me I guess. |
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| Author: | el word [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 1:21 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
I've got both, but I prefer shelves. |
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| Author: | kidclam [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 3:28 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
smo9monster wrote: kidclam wrote: smog, can we have a BIG picture please? i wanna see the Gargamels. Hi kidclam - here's my full collection thread with all the pics on - http://www.skullbrain.org/bb/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=24514&start=0&st=0&sk=t&sd=a Nothing new really since this post but celga are doing a good job at filling a new box for me! Few new Gargamel pics just uploaded to my flickr... Love the collection!!!! Thanks Smog. |
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| Author: | Monkey [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 6:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
Where is the kitchen table option? |
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| Author: | mondocoyote [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 8:08 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
Monkey wrote: Where is the kitchen table option? Food odours can't be good for toys. Mine would last about 2 days before they stank like an indian takeaway. |
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| Author: | toybotstudios [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 9:42 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
shelves are cool. I have plenty of my collection in open shelves..... but man, what's not to love about Detolfs? four sides of glass perfect for displaying toys. nice lighting options.... but $59 each? c'mon... you can't get anything comparable cheaper... |
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| Author: | Deadbone [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 11:20 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
Detolfs are great. Price factor and simplicity of design is the key. My only gripe is that you can’t adjust the shelf heights. Would prefer a shop display cabinet but can’t afford one of those at the moment. Also my girlfriend doesn’t want our living room looking like a shop. (My view is, looking like a shop is better than the way it looks at the moment…..like a flea market, toys everywhere) Just purchased (2) new Detolfs on the weekend to add with my other one. Can’t wait to set em up! |
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| Author: | Vombie [ Wed Nov 05, 2008 8:51 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
BloodDrinker6969 wrote: See, for me, I prefer cramming. Like a collage, overlaying colors and textures and sculpts. What appeals to me most about that is it's what I might have had as a kid, and these toys, for me, are ALL about bringing that excitement back. As a kid I'd have HATED the sterile look and wonder "why aren't they being played wiiitth!!?!?!" Though I don't actually pick mine up and play with them, setting them up in different set ups all crowded in, mixing and matching the display is about as close as I can get. I was a crammer too. but then my collection got a lot bigger, and a lot more focused. I love them out and smooshed together for the same reasons, but I HATE, HATE, HATE dusting! Well, maybe I hate my toys getting dusty more than actually dusting. for the last 6 months my entire RxH collection has been carefully packed away. As soon as I can get my new shelving together, I'll make the switch. ...but I'm definitely leaning towards lots of cramming, fewer risers. I like the "look and find" approach. |
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| Author: | mikeee [ Wed Nov 05, 2008 9:46 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
If I had a choice I would like to own a big ass, retail style glass cabinet that's dust proof and just cram the hell out of it like what you'd see when you walk into a toy store. Sadly those are just out of my price range. |
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| Author: | Shirahama [ Wed Nov 05, 2008 2:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shelves vs. Detolfs |
I got lucky. An old toy shop closed near me and I got 4 old heavy cases with rolling plate glass doors on the front. 3 are wood and 1 steel. No way I could have bought these at retail, but free was the selling point! I am one of those cramming guys too. I usually go for the womb feeling. |
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