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View Thread Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] [...] In truth the Oscar probably only warrants one entry which in my opinion is of course the more complete one! though I don’t have a major issue with this as long [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 16, 2020, to Inventories)
View Thread Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] [...] But defining clear written rules for how ALL minifigs MUST be listed doesn’t always serve its purpose for the benefit of the catalog as the Oscar minifig has [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 16, 2020, to Inventories)
View Thread Re: Inventory Change Request for Minifig sw0074 - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Yes I think the part should remain included as should the trash can for oscar:- (URL)
(43 months ago, Nov 15, 2020, to Inventories Requests)
View Thread Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] and maybe extending that further to characters that are always seen to look a certain way for instance Shredder always wearing gauntlets, Karlof always shown with big [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 14, 2020, to Inventories)
View Thread Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Yes the Dollar in the bag should'nt be included as to me its no different to any other minifig tile accessory such as a map, catapult, gamer pad etc...
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)
View Thread Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I'm not against this idea but I have a feeling the Admins/Bricklink will be plus you also have to consider how far we can stretch things because if you give every [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)
View Thread Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Ha ha yeah but I think thats the thing, maybe we need less stict policy/rules on how minifigs are handled and deal with them on a case by case basis by cataloging them [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)
View Thread Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] [...] Either way given TLG only gave him a very basic minifig head as a body and did'nt include arms or even his legs if he has them I think its clear that this [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)
View Thread Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Okay that explains a lot because I did'nt realise it was'nt actually attached to the trash can though that said I think if we want to try and make the catlog [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)
View Thread Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5000)
Whilst I’m sure we all understand and appreciate that minifigs have to be listed as per the instructions and whilst for the most part this might be a good guideline to follow [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)
View Thread Re: Incomplete Minifigures? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I agree that some re-thinking should be considered as if we’re going to say that multi-part backpacks and capes are an essential part of a minifigure build then why stop [...]
(43 months ago, Oct 22, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Please show part numbers in Shopping Cart - infinibrix (5000)
[...] +1
(44 months ago, Oct 9, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Compulsory message before negative/neutral fb - infinibrix (5000)
[...] +1 or if not this the pop up prompt to the buyer as also suggested
(44 months ago, Oct 1, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Compulsory message before negative/neutral fb - infinibrix (5000)
[...] [...] but your talking as though people regularly leave negative feedback because buyers will only see the pop up warning in situations where they are about to leave [...]
(44 months ago, Oct 1, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Compulsory message before negative/neutral fb - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I think a pop up type message might be better that says something along the lines of:- "You are about to leave a Negative feedback but have you considered contacting [...]
(44 months ago, Oct 1, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Color question - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Having checked the part on the Lego site, Lego refer to its colour as Trans White which translates to Trans Clear on Bricklink and the important thing here is to always [...]
(44 months ago, Sep 30, 2020, to Colors)
View Thread Re: Anyone use counter scale? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I should add that the weights I've used are just an example I have no idea what 100 of any part actually weigh :) [...]
(44 months ago, Sep 23, 2020, to Inventories)
View Thread Re: Anyone use counter scale? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Yes and if sellers intend to rely on scales they should always ensure that the customer gets either the correct amount or a couple extra rather than being short. Therefore [...]
(44 months ago, Sep 23, 2020, to Inventories)
View Thread Re: Change entry for minifigs, NEW / INcomplete - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I've also just had that very same Lando minifigure removed because of the missing cape and yet there is surely some value to be added to the bricklink marketplace [...]
(44 months ago, Sep 22, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Catalog Project - Moving Things - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Whilst I feel the 'modified' categories work quite well as a place to seach for the more unusual bricks and plates, I've always felt that clips are quite [...]
(46 months ago, Aug 1, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Dark Green - infinibrix (5000)
[...] You could say that Lego have been around longer still and yet naming them different to what Lego(The actual Manufacture) call them is logical? and I appreciate [...]
(47 months ago, Jul 11, 2020, to Colors)
View Thread Re: Dark Green - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I don't see 6003296 here:- (URL) and I would argue that an official Lego part number should mean more to a larger group of people compared to an unofficial reference [...]
(47 months ago, Jul 11, 2020, to Colors)
View Thread Re: Dark Green - infinibrix (5000)
[...] But if it’s just a preference thing why stop there... Why not just ignore the Lego part numbers too and use our own/old peeron codes? But wait we already do? I’ve never [...]
(47 months ago, Jul 11, 2020, to Colors)
View Thread Re: Dark Green - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I think the change of ALL colour names should be a priority because however bizarre Legos colour names may seem to us it is the manufacture who made those decisions for [...]
(47 months ago, Jul 11, 2020, to Colors)
View Thread Re: Dark Green - who's going to crack first? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Misbi, its been raised before and I'm with you all the way and whilst I would prefer Lego to adopt BL names I would settle for any colour description so long as that [...]
(47 months ago, Jul 10, 2020, to Colors)
View Thread Re: Stop showing estimated shipping charges - infinibrix (5000)
If Bricklink dealt with the issue of unecessary hidden fees the problem would be resolved for the most part!
(47 months ago, Jul 6, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: sw0527a r2-d2 misprint? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Of course with it being a relatively new set there is always the possibility that someone doing the set inventory assumed it was the same version as what appears in the [...]
(47 months ago, Jun 29, 2020, to Help)
View Thread Re: sw0527a r2-d2 misprint? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Almost certainly a misprint but something that I think will be worth something to the right person as its set at a nice rotating angle and whilst you can always set heads [...]
(47 months ago, Jun 29, 2020, to Help)
View Thread Re: Changing rules of feedback - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Well every system has drawbacks but presumably the current system has big enough drawbacks for you to warrant posting your concerns in the first place? Hopefully any [...]
(47 months ago, Jun 24, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Changing rules of feedback - infinibrix (5000)
[...] But that’s just my point with the ebays feedback system Sellers can’t leave negative feedback for buyers which means they can’t leave retaliatory feedback in any shape [...]
(47 months ago, Jun 24, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Changing rules of feedback - infinibrix (5000)
[...] [...] The only problems I have with anonymous feedback is that think it may head in a direction where the feedback left may become even more sinister! The thing is [...]
(47 months ago, Jun 24, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Minifigures being given incorrect codes? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I think it goes without saying that I would never want to see Galaxy Squad humans separated from Galaxy Sqaud Aliens so whatever happens they’d need to be grouped together [...]
(48 months ago, Jun 15, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Minifigures being given incorrect codes? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] To be honest I don’t have too much concern about stuff like Galaxy Squad remaining ‘gs’ and was more interested in other people’s opinions of where we think it might [...]
(48 months ago, Jun 15, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Minifigures being given incorrect codes? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Yes I can see it’s definitely a challenge especially since many minifg codes have become well established with people even though they may not make too much sense structure [...]
(48 months ago, Jun 14, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Minifigures being given incorrect codes? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] No thoughts on this from anyone? It really must be just me then? :)
(48 months ago, Jun 14, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Minifigures being given incorrect codes? - infinibrix (5000)
I don't know if its just me but with regards to the ideas and dimensions themes would'nt it make sense to only give minifigures the 'idea' and 'dim' codes [...]
(48 months ago, Jun 13, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Torso: Misprint or Variant? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I think you misunderstand me because I’m not necessarily asking that all the variant information that contributors have put together over the years should be lost! [...]
(48 months ago, Jun 3, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Torso: Misprint or Variant? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I’m sure there will be some anomalies but in your example whilst you are correct that the brown and grey are intentional print differences and not misprints I don’t think [...]
(48 months ago, Jun 2, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Torso: Misprint or Variant? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] As far as I can tell the Lego part number is 4275491 and so if Lego uses this same part code for all its set appearances then it must be a misprint. I guess the only [...]
(48 months ago, Jun 1, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Don't show impossible discounts - infinibrix (5000)
[...] It's worth mentioning that some stores like myself don't list all our stock at any one time so being able to see the tiered pricing may prompt the buyer to ask [...]
(48 months ago, May 27, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Item Type Discussion - Update 2 - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Okay thanks Randy I understand but you never know perhaps Lego will one day put a team together to work on improving theses things ;)
(49 months ago, Apr 29, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Item Type Discussion - Update 2 - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Your interpretation of what I’ve suggested is non-comparable as it makes it sound like I’m trying to separate apples and oranges from fruit when I’m talking about separating [...]
(49 months ago, Apr 29, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: When is a Minifigure a Minifigure? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] [...] There are some that irritate me though you’ve never been among those that spring to mind! just some simple differing viewpoints with regards to the direction [...]
(49 months ago, Apr 26, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: When is a Minifigure a Minifigure? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I always knew I could count on you Cory even if it was'nt quite the Zen riddle post you had hoped for it to be ;) In future I will have to ensure I post in the [...]
(49 months ago, Apr 25, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: When is a Minifigure a Minifigure? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I’m familiar with those figures but as I say I don’t consider any of them to be Minifigures and I think they should be separated from minifigures and whilst I appreciate [...]
(49 months ago, Apr 25, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: When is a Minifigure a Minifigure? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Well since your topic was on the broader terms of ‘Item Types’ and my post had barely been viewed since last night I saw no harm in creating a separate topic specifically [...]
(49 months ago, Apr 25, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread When is a Minifigure a Minifigure? - infinibrix (5000)
Personally I don’t think we should lose the term minifigure because it’s very key to how we and Lego describe the majority of their figures and at the moment there are talks [...]
(49 months ago, Apr 25, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Item Type Discussion - infinibrix (5000)
[...] On the subject of categorizing figures in general I think breaking down some of this stuff might make more sense than renaming Minifigs to Figures and then piling everything [...]
(49 months ago, Apr 25, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Is this Pearl Light Gold? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Yellow is another colour where you often see a variation sometimes minifig heads are pale yellow and sometimes much warmer looking yellow. I have lots of yellow hands [...]
(49 months ago, Apr 24, 2020, to Colors)
View Thread Re: Torso and Leg Assemblies Categories Split - infinibrix (5000)
[...] This is much better, thank you. In fact as already mentioned in a previous post I would go as far as to breakdown even more minifig parts into their own category? However [...]
(49 months ago, Apr 22, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Category Definitions Discussion - Parts A sect - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I would also go on to say that 'Animal Winged' might be a better category description to use than 'Animal Air'?
(50 months ago, Apr 18, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Category Definitions Discussion - infinibrix (5000)
If I could make an overall suggestion that may help improve things? Currently when you browse a store you have several main categories highlighted in black such as:- Sets Parts [...]
(50 months ago, Apr 17, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Buyer Lock In - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I agree as in this day and age where people have online access even on the move via phones 3 days is more than enough time to expect a buyer to wait in fact I beleive [...]
(50 months ago, Apr 16, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Category Definitions Discussion - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Just because we've left the European Union it does not mean we do not belong to the continent of Europe or are you suggesting we are now part of the America's [...]
(50 months ago, Apr 16, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Just an idea about Neutral Feedback! - infinibrix (5000)
[...] [...] Well there are some people that disagree and critic who and are able to be diplomatic and constructive with their replies (brikomania, rankster to name a [...]
(50 months ago, Apr 14, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Just a (DANGEROUS) idea about Neutral Feedback - infinibrix (5000)
[...] [...] A little over dramatic but your right it’s DANGEROURS so lock me up, remove my selling privileges and block me from the forum for ever coming up with such a suggestion! [...]
(50 months ago, Apr 13, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Just an idea about Neutral Feedback! - infinibrix (5000)
[...] You make it sound like I have a problem with people disagreeing or criticizing an idea I’ve put forward.... I really don’t but then if people criticize and question why [...]
(50 months ago, Apr 13, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Just an idea about Neutral Feedback! - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Like I say it’s just an idea to spark some debate I don’t necessarily have all the answers that would be up to Bricklink themselves but it’s unlikely to change anyway [...]
(50 months ago, Apr 12, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Just an idea about Neutral Feedback! - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Well I think the whole intention of ‘Neutral’ was to mean the transaction was okay or you were somewhat indifferent about it therefore not leaving any feedback and it [...]
(50 months ago, Apr 12, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Just an idea about Neutral Feedback! - infinibrix (5000)
[...] [...] I appreciate what you’re saying but I think your head is still seeing Neutral as it is seen today which is a Minor Negative whereas if Neutral is deemed as just [...]
(50 months ago, Apr 12, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Just an idea about Neutral Feedback! - infinibrix (5000)
[...] [...] Of course you get a choice. You can leave Positive, Neutral or Negative?? and if you are waiting longer than 4 months for a parcel to arrive your choice of feedback [...]
(50 months ago, Apr 12, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Just an idea about Neutral Feedback! - infinibrix (5000)
The topic of Neutral feedback and how they are seen as minor negatives comes up quite a lot and although I’m sure this idea may not go down well with some.... I think one interesting [...]
(50 months ago, Apr 12, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Automatic feedback - infinibrix (5000)
There seem to be a lot of differing opinions that have led onto other feedback matters but starting with the OP about automated feedback I would just say that although many say [...]
(50 months ago, Apr 11, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Automatic feedback - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Yes I think options to have feedback automated for sellers would make a lot of sense. I think with ebay you can set it so that feedback is automatically left when payment [...]
(50 months ago, Apr 10, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Money off code to distribute - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I think part of the idea is to draw people to the site that don't know about bricklink buts its like that flyer for the takeaway down the road, you ignore it! but [...]
(50 months ago, Mar 25, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Money off code to distribute - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Its actually a very good idea but I have a feeling it may take a bit of time and effort to implement what with the long list of other things that are needed but definitly [...]
(50 months ago, Mar 25, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Money off code to distribute - infinibrix (5000)
[...] The downsides would be that you have to give a discount! :D
(50 months ago, Mar 25, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: what is Dark Tan called on Lego.com? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Are you sure this Lego train promotion is still running? Could'nt see any mention of it on the Lego site when I checked?
(51 months ago, Feb 28, 2020, to Colors)
View Thread Re: what is Dark Tan called on Lego.com? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Thank you thats a very useful single reference source yet Bricklink should have similar if its using different colour names to Lego
(51 months ago, Feb 28, 2020, to Colors)
View Thread Re: what is Dark Tan called on Lego.com? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I wonder whether it might be helpful to have this Colour Guide page updated to include Lego colour names at the end of this table so people can cross reference more easily:- [...]
(51 months ago, Feb 28, 2020, to Colors)
View Thread Re: Lego AMA Should we +1 questions? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Okay thank you for confirming Russell
(52 months ago, Jan 28, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Lego AMA Should we +1 questions? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Well the high number of views against each post and the number of subsequent comments would suggest they are being read and whilst some people are repeating certain stuff [...]
(52 months ago, Jan 28, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Lego AMA Should we +1 questions? - infinibrix (5000)
With regards to the below part of the announcement Lego says they will update the FAQ with our ‘MOST’ top-of-mind questions does that mean those questions that get asked the [...]
(52 months ago, Jan 28, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Persistent issues… - infinibrix (5000)
[...] But if you let the buyer know when the goods were or will be shipped most buyers will be understanding and take that into consideration. Sometimes you may be penalised [...]
(52 months ago, Jan 24, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Persistent issues… - infinibrix (5000)
In an ideal world if the feedback system was worded a little differently we'd see a more meaningful feedback system perhaps where sellers could actually get better recognition [...]
(52 months ago, Jan 23, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: Search for multiple pieces shops - infinibrix (5000)
[...] If you create a wanted list then visit a shop you can then view the wanted items that the shop has available
(52 months ago, Jan 23, 2020, to Suggestions)
View Thread (Cancelled) - infinibrix (5000)
Yes there seem to be quite a lot of inconsistencies with the colour Pearl Gold but also the standard yellow colour atleast when I look at my yellow minifig hands and heads they [...]
(53 months ago, Jan 8, 2020, to Colors)
View Thread Re: Official Lego Part Codes vs Bricklink Codes? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] Yes it would make sense if some of those old numbers were phased out and replaced with either Legos official Design I.D’s and/or Element I.D’s (I guess easier said [...]
(53 months ago, Jan 6, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Official Lego Part Codes vs Bricklink Codes? - infinibrix (5000)
Incidentally since most minifig hair and headgear are listed by Legos Design I.D I noticed that there are some parts which aren’t listed by this as the primary reference. For [...]
(53 months ago, Jan 6, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Official Lego Part Codes vs Bricklink Codes? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I must admit it threw me a bit when I first saw it there as never noticed them displayed before so very coincidental that I just happen to mention at this very moment [...]
(53 months ago, Jan 2, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: Official Lego Part Codes vs Bricklink Codes? - infinibrix (5000)
[...] [...] I'm refering to the official Lego part numbers such as this:- 6087598
(53 months ago, Jan 2, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Official Lego Part Codes vs Bricklink Codes? - infinibrix (5000)
Now that Lego has acquired Bricklink do you think the official Lego part numbers will be more widely used/accepted on BL or will Lego in fact actively want to encourage the use [...]
(53 months ago, Jan 2, 2020, to Catalog)
View Thread Re: BRICKS & PIECES availability and price - infinibrix (5000)
[...] I think you still have to appreciate why from a buyers perspective they would wish to see Lego B&P prices among the price comparisons on Bricklink. It may not exactly [...]
(53 months ago, Dec 26, 2019, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: BL Suggestion to raise revenue for BL+Sellers - infinibrix (5000)
I guess that is a possibility with some sellers but judging by the way the pricing is carefully structured into gradual increments I think a lot of sellers do this intentionally [...]
(77 months ago, Jan 28, 2018, to Suggestions)
View Thread Re: BL Suggestion to raise revenue for BL+Sellers - infinibrix (5000)
Thanks guys feel so stupid now and am so glad I asked the question as its going to make a big difference to me going forward although I can't help but wonder whether it should [...]
(77 months ago, Jan 28, 2018, to Suggestions)
View Thread BL Suggestion to raise revenue for BL+Sellers - infinibrix (5000)
I don't know if this applies to all sellers but I rarely list my entire inventory for any individual minifig part all at the same time mainly because whenever I've done [...]
(77 months ago, Jan 28, 2018, to Suggestions)