Out of Box Funko Pop is a term used to describe Funko Pop figurines that have been removed from their original packaging.
Funko Pop is a popular line of vinyl figurines that feature characters from movies, television shows, video games, and more. These figurines are highly collectible and are often sold in their original packaging.
However, some collectors prefer to remove their Funko Pop figurines from their packaging and display them out of the box. This is known as collecting “Out of Box” or “OOB.”
Collectors who choose to display their Funko Pop figures out of the box argue that it allows them to fully appreciate the details and design of the figurine and make more creative display arrangements.
While keeping Funko Pop figurines in their original packaging can help maintain their value as collectibles, collecting Out-of-box Funko Pops has recently gained popularity.
How Much is an Out of Box Funko Pop?
Because the box is part of the collectible, Funko Pops lose value if not in the box. On the other hand, the boxes are useful because you can stack the figures on walls and shelves and get the boxes signed to keep the figures in perfect condition.
Knowing that an unboxed Funko Pop loses value is one thing, but we want to find out how much they lose. And that’s what we’ll be talking about today.
Pros and Cons of an Out of Box Funko Pop:
Pros:
- Funko Pops are great for taking pictures of toys.
- Keeping the Funko Pop in its box creates extra clutter, another common problem in the industry.
- The Pops look more stylish, don’t reflect off the box in dim light, and, to be honest, look great.
- The extra surface area of the packaging means you’ll be blowing it out and wiping it down more frequently than you would with the figure itself.
Cons:
- This is true of all toys, not just Funko, but a Pop in its box will not fetch as much as an unboxed version of the exact figure.
- Since Pop Funko boxes can be stacked, you are more likely to run out of space without them if you have an extensive collection.
- The box can protect the figure from damage when it falls by acting as a cushion.
- Funko figures are based on many movies, video games, and movies. They are labeled on the box, which is a great way to keep things in order.
Do Funko Pop Boxes Hold Value?
Pop Vinyl boxes are worth money when collectors try to resell a figure that isn’t in the box or trade a damaged Pop Vinyl box.
Even though the value will still go down, a Funko figure will always have more value if the box is replaced than if it has no box.
Always check eBay to see how much the boxes alone are selling for, and if you want to sell your box, think about how much the Funko Pop figure inside it has lost in value.
So keep your Funko in the box if you ever want to sell it. But if you want to show off your Pop figure collection to impress your friends or add more color to your great gaming or hobby room, take that Funko out of its package and put it on display with pride.
Before you go…
So there you have it! I hope this article has helped you answer your questions about OOB Funko Pops!
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