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What type of collector/acquirer are you?

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What do you typically do in the case of new in package tools?

Leave in the package unused.
2 (4.8%)
Open only to fondle.
2 (4.8%)
Try to open leaving no trace and fondle.
1 (2.4%)
I don't buy new in package.
4 (9.5%)
I only collect so all tools are new in package.
0 (0%)
I always buy a second to fondle or use.
6 (14.3%)
Rip the package open and enjoy.
21 (50%)
Its too much to think about.
2 (4.8%)
Other.
4 (9.5%)

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us Offline Aloha

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What type of collector/acquirer are you?
on: May 22, 2017, 05:10:19 PM
I love reading about the great debate on whether to open a new in package tool or not.  Its also neat to hear about those who have no issues not only opening a NIP tool but also USING it.  Early on I was on both side of the debate and in reality nothing has changed  :rofl:.

I appreciate those who leave the tool in its original package and enjoy the pristine nature of it.  I also love seeing those tear the package open with reckless abandonment and use the tool as it was meant.

Where do you stand?

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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #1 on: May 22, 2017, 05:17:07 PM
I usually can't stand it and tear the package open or open the box :D I like to collet but I get more joy out of using (even if it is light use on some) I do have a tool or 2 extra in some models that really haven't ever gotten use though :whistle:

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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #2 on: May 22, 2017, 05:18:15 PM
I voted rip open the package and enjoy :like: :like:
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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #3 on: May 22, 2017, 05:20:58 PM
I rip into the package like ravenous dog tearing into a pack of hot dogs.
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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #4 on: May 22, 2017, 05:34:22 PM
Quote from: Poncho65 on May 22, 2017, 05:18:15 PM
I voted rip open the package and enjoy :like: :like:

That's what she said...

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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #5 on: May 22, 2017, 05:36:41 PM
If I buy a knife/SAK/MT NIP, I just let it there and try to aquire another one to use.

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The only problem with this is that the second one usually ALSO comes NIP... So I'm back at square one and have to buy another...

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Reply #6 on: May 22, 2017, 05:43:11 PM
Quote from: pfrsantos on May 22, 2017, 05:36:41 PM
If I buy a knife/SAK/MT NIP, I just let it there and try to aquire another one to use.

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The only problem with this is that the second one usually ALSO comes NIP... So I'm back at square one and have to buy another...

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Hahahaha lol.  :rofl:  :D
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Reply #7 on: May 22, 2017, 06:23:54 PM
I usually buy used tools because they're cheaper and also come pre-scratched and tarnished, so I never have to worry about whether I should use something or not out of fear of messing it up.  On the rare occasion I buy something new I generally don't keep the original packaging unless I have accessories or warranty paperwork that I want to keep track of by keeping it or them in the packaging.
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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #8 on: May 22, 2017, 06:27:36 PM
Quote from: kaput on May 22, 2017, 05:43:11 PM
Quote from: pfrsantos on May 22, 2017, 05:36:41 PM
If I buy a knife/SAK/MT NIP, I just let it there and try to aquire another one to use.

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The only problem with this is that the second one usually ALSO comes NIP... So I'm back at square one and have to buy another...

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Hahahaha lol.  :rofl:  :D

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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #9 on: May 22, 2017, 06:39:33 PM
I want everybody to open their packaged tools and enjoy them - this makes my pristine tools go up in value

Buy toys in boxes not clamshells  (e.g. victorinox ) - this way you can open it, fondle it and then put it back in the box, and sell it as new.




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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #10 on: May 22, 2017, 06:42:17 PM
Most of my tools and knives are used and bought to be used.

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Reply #11 on: May 22, 2017, 07:16:43 PM
Almost all my purchases were to be used/tried, so I voted to open and enjoy. The ones I didn't open and use were spares or gifts, or occasionally ones I regretted getting.


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Reply #12 on: May 22, 2017, 07:26:06 PM
Second hand to fondle and use  :salute:
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Reply #13 on: May 22, 2017, 08:37:50 PM
Ripper here. I mostly buy to use, with my Black Alox collection being the exception.  Very rarely used, some not used at all. It mostly sits in a display cabinet looking awesome. I do have some other knives that are in the display cabinet, but they all come out to play every once in a while.
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Reply #14 on: May 22, 2017, 08:38:46 PM
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Quote from: Poncho65 on May 22, 2017, 05:18:15 PM
I voted rip open the package and enjoy :like: :like:

That's what she said...

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Reply #15 on: May 22, 2017, 09:19:19 PM
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I appreciate those who leave the tool in its original package and enjoy the pristine nature of it.  I also love seeing those tear the package open with reckless abandonment and use the tool as it was meant.


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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #16 on: May 22, 2017, 09:55:10 PM
The only multitool I've ever bought new was a SOG PowerAccess, and only because I couldn't get one fast enough!
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Reply #17 on: May 22, 2017, 10:24:00 PM
I always buy N.I.B. with the intention to use, but experience taught me I never do, so I'll buy the same tool again, that way I'll own a user and a "new in box" collector.

In case of the Spirit, it took four of them before I started using one, the first one was my RT Spirit, which I quickly found too nice to use, so I bought a regular butterblade Spirit as user, but once I held it in my hands, I also wanted to keep one of those N.I.B., so I bought another regular butterblade Spirit, and another one ...  ::)   The last one is a user, and it's my most used tool today.
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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #18 on: May 22, 2017, 10:27:05 PM
Quote from: Sea Monster on May 22, 2017, 09:19:19 PM
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I appreciate those who leave the tool in its original package and enjoy the pristine nature of it.  I also love seeing those tear the package open with reckless abandonment and use the tool as it was meant.


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tool
tuːl/
noun
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a device or implement, especially one held in the hand, used to carry out a particular function.
"gardening tools"
synonyms:   implement, instrument, utensil, device, apparatus, gadget, appliance, machine, contrivance, contraption, mechanism, aid;


If you're buying tools to enjoy their pristine nature, you're probably a psychopath.

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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #19 on: May 23, 2017, 09:54:56 AM
If I buy tools NIP in clamshells, I will tear it apart and use them...

Different case if it were in boxes... :cheers:


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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #20 on: May 23, 2017, 10:17:14 AM
I try to use all my tools as that's what they are designed and made for. If there's something that won't get used, I'll pass it on somehow. I have also greatly benefitted from other kind souls doing this.  :cheers:
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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #21 on: May 23, 2017, 10:20:48 AM
I try not to rip the packaging but all the tools I buy I use.

I have some retired and inherited tools that I will never use.
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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #22 on: May 23, 2017, 10:31:06 AM
I rip open all my packaging and intend to use every tool at sometime. I don't keep any of the packaging either.

I don't plan on selling any of them anyway, I will be a hoarder  :D
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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #23 on: May 23, 2017, 10:55:09 AM
Your house will be wall to wall MT's, Minions and other paraphernalia beginning with M so poor old Milo will get lost in the corridors of 'stuff' and you daren't open a single cupboard for fear of an avalanche.
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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #24 on: May 23, 2017, 10:56:30 AM
Quote from: magentus on May 23, 2017, 10:55:09 AM
Your house will be wall to wall MT's, Minions and other paraphernalia beginning with M so poor old Milo will get lost in the corridors of 'stuff' and you daren't open a single cupboard for fear of an avalanche.

This is a problem?  :rofl:
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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #25 on: May 23, 2017, 11:01:49 AM
More of a statement of fact with no judgement.  :D
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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #26 on: May 23, 2017, 11:05:34 AM
Quote from: magentus on May 23, 2017, 11:01:49 AM
More of a statement of fact with no judgement.  :D
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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #27 on: May 24, 2017, 02:40:41 AM
I'm a collector. Try and buy new, but that's usually not an option with older models. Everything goes in trays, sorted by brand, size, model, logo, etc. If the item came in a box, the box is saved. If it came in a blister pack the pack is opened and discarded.

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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #28 on: May 24, 2017, 03:24:28 AM
I mostly use what I buy , most recently it has been some SAK's and a couple Mora's that will be used. :tu:
I do have some knives that are occasionally used , a few that are pure safe queens and a
couple church knives  :angel: All users get put in the rotation , just depends on my mood , or activity.
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Re: What type of collector/acquirer are you?
Reply #29 on: May 24, 2017, 03:32:06 AM
If I got it that way, it stays that way.  Newer production knives (ten years old or less) I always just use, but save the box. If it's older than that, and I get it boxed, it stays boxed, which I typically only buy if the price is good.   I have some rare ones which I got used, and still carry albeit only when I know I'm not going to be using it hard.
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