Well the warmer weather is here and the
snow is starting to melt and that only means two things, Spring is around
the corner and Spring Cleaning. You may ask so what does that have to do
with Action Figures? What this means is a whole new load of treasures
from grandma's attics and Aunt Dotty's basement will be hitting the flea markets, Garage
Sales, and of course Ebay. If you have a keen eye and a little luck you may
find that elusive vintage piece you have been looking for.
This Saturday we had spring like weather here in
NJ and I got the itch to hit the markets so I headed out to my favorite
market Rt70 Flea Market in Lakewood NJ. Its not the biggest market around
but I have made some of my best scores there. This trip I arrive at the
market a little late and there was still a little to much snow on the ground
so pickings were light, but I did mange to find one vendor selling some
figures, unfortunately they were not what I was after. In an effort not to
leave empty handed I did purchased a DC Batman for $4.00 I figured I can use
it for Kit bashing.
Finding Flea market treasure is
definitely a black art and over the years I have picked up a few tips that
have helped locate some really good scores.
1) Dress the Part - Don't put on you
Sunday best, flea markets are generally in open fields and your going to be
walking in the sand and mud.
2) Be prepared - Take along some plastic
bags, Cash, and check book; if your going in the early morning take a flash
light.
3) Get there Early - Its true what they
say the early bird gets the Worm, try to get to the market as soon as they
open this will give you the biggest selection.
4) Keep your eyes open -Take your time
and look over each table, check any boxes and don't be shy if your looking
for something ask they may have what your looking for, and just did not
display it.
5) Never Pay Sticker Price - In the Flea
Market game its expected that you will negotiate price, just be smart about
it, if the item is rare and you really want it don't haggle so much
that you loose the deal.
