[Crazy Jetty]

Quote:

Originally Posted by behindthemask

I'd say hoarders could also be refered to as MOC collectors, some buy what they like and keep it moc while other do it for every figure rare and common and at some point sell the entire collection or in lots, like Andycr75? not sure if that's his proper handle. I think some toys will make tons of $$ in the future but that's just my opinion based on current trends and ebay price ranges. Ie hot toys and 3a figure could be worth a huge amount as they're already expensive to begin with.

I'd have to disagree and say that while some do fall into that trope, there are others that genuinely care about their collections and enjoy them, too. I've known both types. I know a Star Wars collector who never opens, but hooks every figure onto the wall of their spare bedroom. He likes to go in there, sit, and just enjoy it.
In that sense, it really isn't much different from those of us who open them and display them.
I have to say I carefully chose my words, and referred to this particular action as hoarding, to specifically avoid offending any MOC/MIB collectors who do enjoy their collections.
Though, the example you cite is some of what I was indeed referring to.