Newbie questions

[The Ternes]

Hey all, I'm new to the boards and I have some questions. I tried to find the answers on my own, but there's so many threads to cover! I'll be as simple as possible:

1. Would you have any recommendations as to where I can get a hold of some cheap(er) than usual display cases? I just need something temporary until I can upgrade.

2. Cleaning and maintenance! I'm kind poor and can't afford cases, so my collectibles get kind of dusty. My Batpod especially. What methods would you use for cleaning layers of dust off of a Batpod and the Batman figures?

3. I'm going to google this one anyways, but I buy almost exclusively through BBTS. They're not sure if they'll be getting the newest Batman/Bruce Wayne figure though, so where could I go to pre-order that, just in case?

Sorry if all this is in an FAQ somewhere, I honestly couldn't find it. I appreciate any helpful tips anybody has to no end. Thanks for your time! I'm not worthy!

 

[thenammagazine]

Hey all, I'm new to the boards and I have some questions. I tried to find the answers on my own, but there's so many threads to cover! I'll be as simple as possible:

1. Would you have any recommendations as to where I can get a hold of some cheap(er) than usual display cases? I just need something temporary until I can upgrade.

Ikea has detolfs. $60 a pop and will be back in stock (if the rumors are true) in November.

2. Cleaning and maintenance! I'm kind poor and can't afford cases, so my collectibles get kind of dusty. My Batpod especially. What methods would you use for cleaning layers of dust off of a Batpod and the Batman figures?

Swiffer and a can of 3M compressed air (hold it more than 6" away though).

3. I'm going to google this one anyways, but I buy almost exclusively through BBTS. They're not sure if they'll be getting the newest Batman/Bruce Wayne figure though, so where could I go to pre-order that, just in case?

https://www.sideshowtoy.com (he's on the main page under 'Brand Spankin' New.' Just look for Bale's sour little puss in the batman cowl. Jump on the waitlist now and you have a good chance of converting. Otherwise, it's ebay.

 

[mmmmBrains]

Ikea has detolfs. $60 a pop and will be back in stock (if the rumors are true) in November.


Swiffer and a can of 3M compressed air (hold it more than 6" away though).

My Ikea actually had some the past few days. So I'd say they are coming back sooner.

May I ask why should you hold it more then 6" away? Is it because the force of the air may break something or a residue type of issue?

 

[Y4NK33 PL4N3T]

Swiffer is great for statues but for some 1/6 I found it to be too big. I use a very soft artist brush that you can find at any craft shop for 3 bucks or less.

 

[thenammagazine]

My Ikea actually had some the past few days. So I'd say they are coming back sooner.

May I ask why should you hold it more then 6" away? Is it because the force of the air may break something or a residue type of issue?

There's the potential to freeze whatever you're blowing off and also, since it's not exactly "air," stain the collectible if you get too close.

 

[The Ternes]

This is all great. Thank you so much. This has been weighing on my mind for months, and I've been periodically checking these boards and lurking trying to find answers. Thank you, again. If anyone reading this has any more tips or anything to add, please keep 'em coming!

 

[Guinnessfan]

There's the potential to freeze whatever you're blowing off and also, since it's not exactly "air," stain the collectible if you get too close.

yup blew that "air" all over my tv and spent 10 minutes cleaning off the residue.