How in the world can anyone say anything negative about Falvo's collection? Or how can anyone classify all big collectors as "people who haven't turned a wrench, sprayed paint, etc." It doesn't take just money, but a long time and a lot or work to get a collection like his. Some collectors prefer to keep their things in the original condition and not have them redone like you suggest. You have to be very involved to acquire and display a collection like his. Some people have a lot of money, but that doesn't mean that they haven't worked very hard. The American way is to work hard and be successful. I have always enjoyed the enthusiasm of the people in our hobby. Whether they just have two signs or a large collection. Everyone is proud of what they have.
His collection was posted over a year ago and enjoyed many positive responses. A lot has happened since then and maybe that is what has generated the negative comments.
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