What makes a Steelbook worth the extra cost?

[Bojado71]

Wondering what makes Steelbooks worth the extra cost? Is it mostly just having a metal case versus plastic?

[Jude72]

Personal preference at the end of the day. Some very limited steelbooks will be worth spending more on than amaray because they will increase in value over time.

[BuckNaked2k]

Originally Posted by Bojado71

Wondering what makes Steelbooks worth the extra cost? Is it mostly just having a metal case versus plastic?

More or less.

[wjasoncul]

Originally Posted by Bojado71

Wondering what makes Steelbooks worth the extra cost? Is it mostly just having a metal case versus plastic?

Originally Posted by BuckNaked2k

More or less.

And quite a bit of the time, the SteelBook will have different art, enhancements like embossing/ debossing, etc.

Unfortunately most studios don't treat the contents of the SteelBook as Premium and we get shafted on bonus discs, which doesn't make sense.

[quickdraw]

I think it's the extra thrill you get when you are able to obtain one that isn't dented or damaged. You just don't get that from a normal amray.

[Petra_Kalbrain]

Originally Posted by Bojado71

Wondering what makes Steelbooks worth the extra cost? Is it mostly just having a metal case versus plastic?

What makes a Porsche worth the extra cost? Both items have the same quality interior parts as their respective counterparts. Preference and willingness to spend the money is what it boils down to.

[Villiam Hayes]

Originally Posted by Petra_Kalbrain

What makes a Porsche worth the extra cost? Both items have the same quality interior parts as their respective counterparts. Preference and willingness to spend the money is what it boils down to.

A Porsche and a steelbook comparison is a new one for me.

[OI8T12]

Not all steelbooks cost more then there plastic brothers. Many times you can find a good deal just by browsing this forum right here. You just have to be here at the right time.

[Petra_Kalbrain]

Originally Posted by Villiam Hayes

A Porsche and a steelbook comparison is a new one for me.

The comparison lies in Porsche with other car manufacturers (Honda, Mazda, Toyota, etc). That is an analogy for the comparison between Steelbooks and Amaray cases. Both scenarios involve shinier and prettier outsides with identical insides in regards to their respective couterparts.

[fmf.futuro]

Wouldn't really use that comparison, because not only do you get a shiny new Porsche, the insides aren't the same. I certainly try to achieve "Mach" speed with my Honda Jazz (Fit), but its insides burst when I try to do it.

I would use another one. Smartphones, tablets or laptops. The components of a certain range are exactly the same, but having a shinier, tougher or just a fruit symbol, is enought to double or even triple the price.

A steelbook has the same exact insides of an amaray. But the exterior is like having a smartphone built with aluminium... Much shinier!!!!

Originally Posted by Petra_Kalbrain

The comparison lies in Porsche with other car manufacturers (Honda, Mazda, Toyota, etc). That is an analogy for the comparison between Steelbooks and Amaray cases. Both scenarios involve shinier and prettier outsides with identical insides in regards to their respective couterparts.

[Petra_Kalbrain]

Originally Posted by fmf.futuro

Wouldn't really use that comparison, because not only do you get a shiny new Porsche, the insides aren't the same. I certainly try to achieve "Mach" speed with my Honda Jazz (Fit), but its insides burst when I try to do it.

I would use another one. Smartphones, tablets or laptops. The components of a certain range are exactly the same, but having a shinier, tougher or just a fruit symbol, is enought to double or even triple the price.

A steelbook has the same exact insides of an amaray. But the exterior is like having a smartphone built with aluminium... Much shinier!!!!

Do some research. You'd be surprised a how average the Porsche components are. The company makes 60%+ profit on each vehicle sold.

[cudzndrips]

Gloss, embossing or debossing, 3D, unique artwork, metal casing. Knowing that you own this special metal edition when others just have an amaray.

[fmf.futuro]

You can't be serious if you're comparing a Porsche with a low-medium car. Every car manufacturer makes a ton of profit, but it is always relative. I know some things about cars and know that Porsche has produced some of the best engines in history. Not only engines, but also suspensions. Unless you're talking about the lower range models of Porsche. When I think about Porsche, I think about the 911 or the Carrera GT.

Oh well, use whatever comparison you like. It's all a matter of opinion.

Originally Posted by Petra_Kalbrain

Do some research. You'd be surprised a how average the Porsche components are. The company makes 60%+ profit on each vehicle sold.

[Thomas Irwin]

Originally Posted by quickdraw

I think it's the extra thrill you get when you are able to obtain one that isn't dented or damaged. You just don't get that from a normal amray.

Haven't bought many in eco-cases? Lucky you. You were being sarcastic, right?

[Thomas Irwin]

Originally Posted by fmf.futuro

You can't be serious if you're comparing a Porsche with a low-medium car. Every car manufacturer makes a ton of profit, but it is always relative. I know some things about cars and know that Porsche has produced some of the best engines in history. Not only engines, but also suspensions. Unless you're talking about the lower range models of Porsche. When I think about Porsche, I think about the 911 or the Carrera GT.

Oh well, use whatever comparison you like. It's all a matter of opinion.

You could make the same analogies to coffee, but really, isn't it all just about personal preference and satisfaction? Does it really amount to anything more than a "hill of beans?" Unless of course you're talking about the "Porsche" of coffee, Kopi Luwak, that's a "whole different animal", so to speak. And if you're not familiar with that particular "flavor", here's an enlightening read to be enjoyed with your next cup of joe:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kopi_Luwak

Says a lot about people's individual tastes, huh?

[fmf.futuro]

Known that coffee for a long time, but drinking poop isn't my cup of tea (or should I say coffee?).

Back on topic -> for me, collecting steelbooks is mainly due to 2 reasons: Much better artwork (not always) and the exclusiveness. Having a good steelbook in your hands is like getting your ass kicked and enjoying it at the same time, which is to say that my wallet got a beating but I'm smilling because it is a beautiful thing.

Originally Posted by Thomas Irwin

You could make the same analogies to coffee, but really, isn't it all just about personal preference and satisfaction? Does it really amount to anything more than a "hill of beans?" Unless of course you're talking about the "Porsche" of coffee, Kopi Luwak, that's a "whole different animal", so to speak. And if you're not familiar with that particular "flavor", here's an enlightening read to be enjoyed with your next cup of joe:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kopi_Luwak

Says a lot about people's individual tastes, huh?

[jscoggins]

Originally Posted by Bojado71

Wondering what makes Steelbooks worth the extra cost? Is it mostly just having a metal case versus plastic?

They look nice, but to me, they're not worth the headache of finding undented/unscratched copies. Plus, keeping them undented/unscratched is equally a pain.

[Petra_Kalbrain]

Originally Posted by fmf.futuro

You can't be serious if you're comparing a Porsche with a low-medium car. Every car manufacturer makes a ton of profit, but it is always relative. I know some things about cars and know that Porsche has produced some of the best engines in history. Not only engines, but also suspensions. Unless you're talking about the lower range models of Porsche. When I think about Porsche, I think about the 911 or the Carrera GT.

Oh well, use whatever comparison you like. It's all a matter of opinion.

It's not a specific comparison. I'm speaking in general terms. Porsche definitely uses many of the same parts as low-medium cars. They just mark up the price for the namesake. Not ALL parts are the same. HOWEVER, my point is that we are paying steelbook premiums for the same functionality product in a shinier outer layer.

[SethRex]

In my honest opinion, nothing. Steelbooks are just a metal casing implied as being bonus and usually with more fancy cover art. But it's usually sold at the same or similar prices to normal cases.

[Doughoef]

Not all steelbooks are created equal. Some are more limited runs and only available for a short time. Those are the ones that will maintain or increase in value.