I'm debating on buying a top loader, although I really don't need one. Are they worth it (ie no pin connector issues), or are they more of a novelty.

side note: should I buy a NWC reproduction? I need someone to talk me out of it. I have this irrational urge to buy one even though I already own Super Mario, Rad Racer, and Tetris. Something about just owning some piece of Nintendo history (although a repro) is driving me. I'm not sure how much I'd even play it.