Originally Posted by
Colnago Mixte
I dunno, ever watch Antiques Roadshow on PBS, when they have people bring in toys they were given as kids from the 1930's and 40's that are still in new condition in the original box?
Some amazingly responsible kid had the restraint and foresight to take perfect care of the item, as well as keep the original box. I was never such a kid, but some people are just this way even as kids. probably far less than 5% of the population. Who are responsible for nearly 100% of the antique toys that come up for auction in perfect condition.
I hear ya but it comes down to different strokes for different folks. For example being born in 1974 and what I grew up with I had Smurfs, Star Wars characters and much more would be worth a fortune today if I never played with them. But I did just that; in fact the only toy I really didn’t get to play with as a kid was my train set because my mom said it would be worth money some day. I didn’t see the point if you get something use it. In the end the thing rusted and her so cold investment became junk.
What I am saying is when our time is up we can’t take it with us so unless you are planning to make a profit, enjoy it instead of putting it up on a mantle.
Side note I still have my original Star War sheets that I used many times and still in mint condition. Waiting for the right time to sell that and it won’t be cheap for it’s the real deal.