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This is a thread for those new to the hobby or those with general questions about collecting Steelbooks, including retailer-specific questions.

To keep things organized, please keep all trading talk in the Trading forum, and search for specific Steelbooks for more specific title-specific questions.

I am sure our seasoned members are happy to provide assistance, so please don't be afraid to ask-we all started this addiction somewhere. Regardless if your collection is small or large, someone here can probably help.

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Steelbook & Collecting FAQ's:

1)
Q: Where can I find a list of Steelbooks released?

A: blu-raysteelbooks.com

2)
Q: Can I play movies contained inside Steelbooks on my Blu-Ray Player?

A: It depends-Blu-Rays are coded with Region A, B or C. Most Blu-Rays are "unlocked", regardless of what region they are, but it's always a good idea to check this forum or web resources before buying, as some are "locked".

3)

Q: What are the differences between Steelbooks(TM), Iron Packs (TM), Metal Paks(TM), Viva Metal Boxes, Tins, etc?

A: Check out pics and discussion in our forum here

4)

Q: What does "G1" and "G2" mean when discussing Steelbooks?

A: "G1" (1st Generation) refers to a Blu-Ray in a DVD-sized case. And "G2" (2nd Generation) refers to a Blu-Ray in a Blu-Ray-sized case.

5)

Q:How to fix a loose disc on a steelbook you want to keep factory sealed that came with a floater?

A: http://www.hidefninja.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5376

Q: How do I navigate international shopping sites?

A: You can download a free 'add on' for most browsers called 'Google Translate'. Once you have it installed, the pages will translate automatically.

6)

Q: I have many more questions-is there a general list of links to help me learn about Steelbooks, protecting them, etc?

A: Yes, here

[bobino66]

Someone has ordered from amazon.cn to european country ? How much is delivery time ?

thanks

[bobino66]

Originally Posted by bobino66

Someone has ordered from amazon.cn to european country ? How much is delivery time ?

thanks

up

[sweeper]

I was just browsing eBay and I came across a few never new weRE G1 like German Death Race

[apsmith21]

Moved your post to here sweeper. I'm not aware of such a list, but this is something that we're working on integrating into our collection manager.

So in the future, you could search our database and find all the ones that are G1 or DVD sized, but are indeed blu-ray discs.

Hope that helps.

[sweeper]

Thanks apsmith that does help Im not sure if they're are many out there though

[steelbook95060]

i was just curious to see whether or not folks keep their steelbooks in the original plastic. i personally like the steelbooks for their design and like to use them with care. on the otherhand, is it like removing the han solo aciton figure from the original packaging significantly reducing the value? anyway, i was just curious to see if others collect for value or personal use. thanks.

[apsmith21]

Moved your post to here steelbook.

I think you'll find that there are all types of collectors here and they fall on both sides.

[steelbook95060]

oops. thanks! there is a lot of info here. sorry about the mis-posting.

[BURRAGUM]

Originally Posted by steelbook95060

i was just curious to see whether or not folks keep their steelbooks in the original plastic. i personally like the steelbooks for their design and like to use them with care. on the otherhand, is it like removing the han solo aciton figure from the original packaging significantly reducing the value? anyway, i was just curious to see if others collect for value or personal use. thanks.

hi mate,
saw your post,thought id throw my 50 cents worth into the areana.
its a real personal choice,i have a couple of aussie ones ive opened,but primarily all mine are sealed/mint condition....im very tempted from time to time to start ripping into them but from the beginning i chose to go only mint/sealed new & rare ones......there's also a lot of members that choose to use there steels and enjoy them..good points both ways.if for instance you pay $90 for farewell my concubine,do you want to rip into it or keep it in mint condition...good luck choosing my friend.

[snooloui]

I open every single one of mine. It may be different if I had paid a fortune for some, but highest price I've paid for a single steelbook is £40, which isn't too bad in my opinion. The reason I open them all is firstly to watch them but second because lots have nice inside artwork and I'd like to see it from time to time. Keeping a steelbook sealed can also hide dents and therefore I like to open and inspect all of the ones I buy. With the number of releases ad especially re-releases of the rarer titles, there really is no point in keeping one sealed to try and retain its value.

[confessor94]

Originally Posted by snooloui

I open every single one of mine. It may be different if I had paid a fortune for some, but highest price I've paid for a single steelbook is £40, which isn't too bad in my opinion. The reason I open them all is firstly to watch them but second because lots have nice inside artwork and I'd like to see it from time to time. Keeping a steelbook sealed can also hide dents and therefore I like to open and inspect all of the ones I buy. With the number of releases ad especially re-releases of the rarer titles, there really is no point in keeping one sealed to try and retain its value.

Me too. I open all my steelbooks. I like looking at the artwork and case designs. After I'm done, I poly bag them to prevent damage.

[o0 Deuce 0o]

Originally Posted by surfury

Well got my a couple SH2:GoS put away just in case. Gutted by this Flopp thing HMV is supporting; what was condition like btw, before we go back to topic.

is this Flopp a store?

[snooloui]

Originally Posted by o0 Deuce 0o

is this Flopp a store?

Haha. Not quite, the store is actually called Fopp.

[o0 Deuce 0o]

Originally Posted by snooloui

Haha. Not quite, the store is actually called Fopp.

ahh right i dont think i have 1 near me

[snooloui]

Originally Posted by o0 Deuce 0o

ahh right i dont think i have 1 near me

There's only a handful of stores I believe.

[HUBMUSWELL]

Originally Posted by surfury

Well got my a couple SH2:GoS put away just in case. Gutted by this Flopp thing HMV is supporting; what was condition like btw, before we go back to topic.

Think, HMV leftovers But the condition is very good.

Originally Posted by snooloui

Haha. Not quite, the store is actually called Fopp.

I don't know why I call the store Flopp

Anyways, Fopp http://www.foppreturns.com/

[surfury]

Originally Posted by snooloui

Haha. Not quite, the store is actually called Fopp.

Yeah, them too. LOL

Originally Posted by HUBMUSWELL

Think, HMV leftovers But the condition is very good.
I don't know why I call the store Flopp
Anyways, Fopp http://www.foppreturns.com/

Think flopp and HMV sorta go hand in hand. Yeah saw the link on hotukdeals and had already looked at the comments. Seems good but is it HMV that have changed returns address ? If so, wonder why ?

[thekingpin22uk]

fopp is owned by hmv , so all hmv exclusive can be fond in foop