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  1. Posted

    I was the high bidder on that auction, funny I saw this thread today.

     

    I was the high bidder for quite a while, but then someone tried to put the kaibash on me.... :D

     

    Anyway, it's my first real Atari purchase, and my first foray into serious 2600 collecting.

     

    And yes, I did it specifically for that Stonghold cart.

     

    Considering that it looks better than ones that I see on sale at various websites, I figured that I wouldn't do much better. (For now, anyway...) Those sites are selling it for about $180, so I guessed that this one would go for at least as much.

     

    That basically means the remainder (including shipping) cost me about $70. A little high, but the majority will be sold off.

     

    Even if I get half of that back, and keep some of the rest, it will be fine with me.

     

    I might be stupid here, but like I said, it was my first real 2600 collecting purchase.

     

    Steve

  2. Posted

    Well, I said what the hell, and jumped in with both feet.

     

    I figure that the only way I'll learn is by making purchases and learning from any mistakes I make along the way (that's how it is with other systems.)

     

    Spotted a Stronghold cart in what looks to be really decent shape in an auction with other carts, so I bought the auction.

     

    I figured I can sell off the other stuff that I don't want.

     

    Here goes nothin'!

     

    Orri-

  5. Posted

    From everything that I've read about these carts, it seems as though they're just neat pieces of Atari 2600 history.

     

    Technical components aside, it seems like the Xante and Romox carts are basically the same.

     

    A game could be downloaded onto the cart, so it's basically a copy.

     

    The Beagle Bros. carts are pirates (or cheap copies) of other games.

     

    It would seem to me that they're cool to have, but shouldn't be included in the list of what constitutes a complete 2600 collection.

     

    My question is, what is the overall opinion of the collecting community?

     

    Thanks,

    Steve

  6. Posted

    Ok.

     

    I'm in with the rest of you nutty 2600 collectors, but have a question.

     

    I can't seem to figure out the best way to start.

     

    Honestly, it's pretty overwhelming.

     

    One thing I was thinking of was to buy lots of loose games, keep the ones in the condition that I'm looking for, and resell the rest.

     

    OR

     

    I can do what I do for the Neo (or other systems I collect for), and just buy nice complete games as they come up on ebay. However, eBay sucks, so avoiding that would be nice...

     

    OR

     

    Choose a company, and go for all of their games.

     

    Blah, blah, blah...

     

    Honestly, where to begin?

     

    And for someone like me, where condition of the labels/etc is important, it's hard to know where else to turn besides ebay. Suggestions?

     

    (I don't even know how much consideration I should give to condition - normally, it's VERY important.)

     

    Sorry for all the questions, but I'm relying on everyone's experience on this.

     

    Thanks for your time.

     

    Steve

  9. Posted

    Quick question.

     

    I was wondering what 2600 releases were exclusive to Sears, and which of those were available in text or picture or both.

     

    Also, is it actually a "Sears Exclusive", or just a game made by Atari but only sold through Sears (or is that the same)?

     

    Steeplechase (available in text only)

    Cannon Man (available in text only)

    Stellar Track (available in picture and text formats)

     

    Am I missing any, or have incorrect info?

     

    Thanks,

    Steve

  12. Posted

    I don't have anything to cite as an example, but I was wondeing if fake carts/labels/boxes was a big problem with collecting for the 2600.

     

    With the Neo and some other systems, fakes are a pain in the ass.

     

    So, I'm wondering what the experts here can offer in the way of advice for ensuring that you don't get ripped off.

     

    Common things to look for? People to stay away from? Etc...

     

    Thanks for any input.

     

    Steve

  13. Posted

    I hope this wasn't asked before in a previous thread.

     

    However, I have a TERRIBLE time getting any results when I use the search feature - so I just thought I'd ask.

     

    A thread that I read last night about Eli's Ladder (and how SKU got that one for free - very cool if it was legit) got me thinking.

     

    Marco had mentioned that Eli's Ladder did not come with a box. Someone had asked how it was packaged, but no one ever replied.

     

    Does anyone know what makes a "complete" Eli's Ladder?

     

    Which brings me to the question which prompted the thread in the first place:

     

    Is there a list of what it takes for a particular title to be complete?

     

    I usually associate the following with a complete game:

     

    Box

    inner tray if it came with one

    manual/instruction booket

    cart

    anything special to that particular game (for example, Space Shuttle comes with that cardboard cockpit thing)

     

    I don't count posters or correspondance cards or what not - marketing materials, etc.

     

    Maps would count; hint books, etc.

     

    So, has someone already done this, and if so, where might one find it?

     

    If not, I guess my curiousity can be limited to one question:

     

    What games, if any, were released without a box?

     

    Thanks,

    Orri-

  14. Posted

    Aarrgh!

     

    One problem with having OCD is the inability to focus on anything else once something gets into my head.

     

    In this case, I've been spending every spare minute browsing everything 2600.

     

    (and Neo Geo, as I collect that too)

     

    Can't get it out of my head that I would love to collect the boxed games, but they are expensive.

     

    What to do... :D

  15. Posted

    Are you collecting just to store them on a shelf and look and say..

    "wow...I'm proud of my collection", or

    collecting to play the games?

     

    A little of both, to be honest. I like playing the games of course, but I'm not going to lie and say that it wouldn't look cool on a shelf either.

     

    I say go loose. You can still display them nicely, and if you are REALY anal about it, you probably could make your own boxes for them (look on the web for plastic cases) and they would look new...

     

    I'll probably end up going loose, but if I happen to come across boxed, complete or otherwise (in better than average condition), I'd pick them up.

  16. Posted

    You might as well start smoking crack.

     

    LOL :D

     

    That's funny, and probably accurate.

     

    It's funny that you should happen to reply to this thread - did the Qubes reference jog your memory? ;)

     

    Anyway, I realize that it's crazy to even try at this point, but it would still be fun.

  17. Posted

    Hey y'all,

     

    I'm not new to Atari or to collecting video games; in fact I've been around for a while.

     

    However, I've never truly considered collecting for the 2600.

     

    The couple of rares that I had (my miny complete Q*Bert's Qubes, for example) I sold to buy games for other systems.

     

    My question to the board is this.

     

    I'm a little hesitant, but am seriously considering collecting the 2600.

     

    I'm a completist, but know that the 2600 is very challenging (and expensive.)

     

    What I'm looking for is advice as to the smart move here - from the most seasoned collectors.

     

    Should I simply work on a loose cart collection, and perhaps the occasional manual and/or box?

     

    OR

     

    The complete route?

     

    The reason that I ask is that I'm particularly fussy about condition, and often find that the condition I'm looking for is not readily found with most "loose" carts.

     

    Anyway, I appreciate any input.

     

    Thanks,

    Steve

  18. Posted

    Considering the above I might just stick with Austin. Where else can you find a Hawaiian/Texas BBQ joint called the "Hula Hut".

     

    Jerry

     

    Heh, that is quite an interesting restaurant. Where else can you feed the fish below you through the planks with the remainder of your coconut shrimp? :D

     

    Exactly.

     

    The Mai Tai is so tasty - just a heads up. I've never been to Vegas, although I am sure it's great and all, but Austin does have a lot of kick ass places for fun. :D

     

    As for me, I live 6 minutes from the hotel, so going to the AGE is pretty much a no-brainer. Also, after meeting and talking to Albert for 2 hours the other day, I am really looking forward to the AGE.

     

    On the other hand, the fact that there is a differentiation of speakers and vendors at the two shows, coupled with the fact that I have never been to Vegas, almost assures that I will spend WAY too much money over the next 2 months by attending both shows. :|

     

    Peace -

    Steve

  21. Posted

    Hey Rick,

     

    Wondering if you would enlighten us who have aspirations of owning such a cart, what it would take (or more plainly stated, what should we expect to give up for one?)

     

    Obviously, you can decline to answer, but it would be helpful to know (for a frame of reference.) :D

     

    Thanks,

    Steve

  22. Posted

    Ben,

     

    Thanks for all of your answers and the information! Very, very helpful.

     

    Does your other comments mean that you SOLD this cart to someone? IF so, are you just not collecting anymore?

     

    I would think that by letting go of something you may never get again would either indicate one of two things:

     

    1. The price was too good to ignore.

     

    2. You aren't collecting anymore, so why not cash in.

     

    (Of course there are other possibilities, those are the first two that came to mind. :) )

  23. Posted

    Hi Ben,

     

    Thanks for replying (and for the pic!) Is that a greyhound or whippet by chance? Just wondering because I have one of each.

     

    Anyway, there is much discussion that Air Raid might be the rarest 2600 game period - even more so than the Video Life game.

     

    Since I'm new at this, I was wondering about two things.

     

    1. Where did you find your copy? At a store, or garage sale? I'm curious.

     

    2. Is it NTSC or PAL? There are rumors that Air Raid was PAL only. Can you end the speculation either way?

     

    Again, thanks a lot for your time!

     

    Steve

  24. Posted

    Hey y'all - I have a another label related question that hopefully someone can answer.

     

    In the rarity guide, the Crystal Castle cart pic (silver) is very, very different from the one that I have.

     

    Is that an early picture from the initial release, or are there other known versions? I am NOT talking about the 'red' PAL release.

     

    Mine is more of a grey background - not silver. There is a LOT more of the picture in my version, and there is the little phrase "Bently Bear's A-Maze-ing Adventures".

     

    Also, there is no Atari-related text at the bottom of the cart, below the picture.

     

    Any thoughts?

     

    Thanks,

    Steve

  25. Posted

    Kind of a newbie here, so take some pity. :D

     

    I was wondering whose Air Raid was used for the picture in the 2600 rarity guide on this site?

     

    For that matter, how many people actually have one of those things?

     

    Any additional information or stories about this rarity would be much appreciated.

     

    Thanks,

    Steve

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