Are You a Fan Nutcrackers

Ok, I realize these are a symbol of Christmas, but I'm not a fan.

These things scare me.  Every time I see these little scary things I get creeped out.  My daughter loves these things and now they're in our house.  I have to be honest with you I just don't understand these soldier looking things that crack nuts.

Do you love Nutcrackers?  Do you have a collection?  Do they scare you a little bit?