Collector questions, quick answers

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Pick the setting whose models you like most, or the one your friends or local club already play. Both use the same building and painting skills, so nothing you learn is wasted.

Sprue clippers, a hobby knife, plastic glue, a primer, a few paints, a shade and two brushes. Add a wet palette and a drybrush once you have the basics.

Put each card in a penny sleeve, then in a toploader or a side-loading pocket of a binder without O-rings. Keep everything away from sunlight, damp lofts and garages.

Usually only when a card is both desirable and in excellent condition, when buyers will expect authentication, or when it has strong personal value. Add up fees and insured postage first.

It means the figure has been retired from production. It can become harder to find, but vaulted does not automatically mean valuable.

Not when buying from someone you do not know. Friends and Family does not include buyer protection for purchases. Use Goods and Services or a credit card instead.

If you bought from a business, the Consumer Rights Act 2015 says goods must be of satisfactory quality and as described, and you generally have 30 days to reject faulty goods for a refund.