Redisplay Messages: Compact | Brief | All | Full Show Messages: All | Without Replies| Author: | Brickitty  | | Posted: | Jan 13, 2021 15:20 | | Subject: | Re: Trans-neon orange | | Viewed: | 23 times | | Topic: | Colors | |
| In Colors, pgremeau writes:
| | In Colors, Brickitty writes:
| | In Colors, CanadaFirst writes:
| | Hi!
We sold some used trans-neon bricks 1x1 and the buyer is saying that they are
not trans-neon orange because they do not glow under black light.
Unless we're mistaken, the new trans-neon orange does not glow under black
light, are we wrong here? I remember the bricks as I listed them not too long
ago and I had compared the color to trans-neon orange we had from brand new sets
parted out and to some trans-orange again from parted out brand new lego sets
and the color was not trans-orange, it had the reddish tinge that the trans-neon
orange has but it's not 'milky' like the old trans-neon orange.
Are we mistaken? If we are we will correct our assumptions but we seem to recall
seeing a discussion about trans-neon orange but can't find it at the moment.
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I think it's probably your mistake, for two reasons. First, 3005 1x1 bricks
have only been produced once in Trans-Neon Orange, in 2005 for set 7258, which
only had ONE copy. So the piece is very rare, whereas 3005 in Trans-Orange has
been in over 60 sets and is currently in production. Additionally, since 3005
in Trans-Neon Orange is only from 2005, which was before the transition to the
newer, redder Trans-Neon Orange color, it's very likely that the part only
exists in the older, milkier version of Trans-Neon Orange. If you think you found
redder ones, they're probably actually Trans-Orange, which also has an older/newer
shade difference with some looking more red than others.
Second, I've been cataloging 500,000 used parts over the last 6 months, and
I've been separating the newer and older shades of Trans-Neon Orange. I've
looked at them all under a blacklight, and they ALL fluoresce. The older shade
fluoresces more brightly, but the newer redder ones definitely fluoresce as well.
Every. Single. One. Whereas Trans-Orange never fluoresces, ever.
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I posted recently that I found out some of my Trans-Orange candle flame parts
fluoresce under black light. . This part is not supposed to exist
in Trans-Neon Orange.
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With how much detail-work I've been doing with colors recently, I could probably
definitely identify which color they are from a high-quality non-blacklight picture
if you can obtain one.
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Weird! I'd be very interested in seeing a comparison picture of that part
next to Trans-Neon Orange parts under a blacklight. I've personally never
found a non-neon part that fluoresces, but I know they definitely exist, and
I've seen pictures of Old Dark Red fluorescing as well as comments from other
users on other colors.
On the flip side, though, I've never seen evidence of actual Neon parts NOT
fluorescing, and I'll remain skeptical without photo evidence of it.
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| Author: | Brickitty | | Posted: | Jan 13, 2021 15:03 | | Subject: | Re: Trans-neon orange | | Viewed: | 36 times | | Topic: | Colors | |
| In Colors, CanadaFirst writes:
| | In Colors, Brickitty writes:
| | In Colors, CanadaFirst writes:
| | Hi!
We sold some used trans-neon bricks 1x1 and the buyer is saying that they are
not trans-neon orange because they do not glow under black light.
Unless we're mistaken, the new trans-neon orange does not glow under black
light, are we wrong here? I remember the bricks as I listed them not too long
ago and I had compared the color to trans-neon orange we had from brand new sets
parted out and to some trans-orange again from parted out brand new lego sets
and the color was not trans-orange, it had the reddish tinge that the trans-neon
orange has but it's not 'milky' like the old trans-neon orange.
Are we mistaken? If we are we will correct our assumptions but we seem to recall
seeing a discussion about trans-neon orange but can't find it at the moment.
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I think it's probably your mistake, for two reasons. First, 3005 1x1 bricks
have only been produced once in Trans-Neon Orange, in 2005 for set 7258, which
only had ONE copy. So the piece is very rare, whereas 3005 in Trans-Orange has
been in over 60 sets and is currently in production. Additionally, since 3005
in Trans-Neon Orange is only from 2005, which was before the transition to the
newer, redder Trans-Neon Orange color, it's very likely that the part only
exists in the older, milkier version of Trans-Neon Orange. If you think you found
redder ones, they're probably actually Trans-Orange, which also has an older/newer
shade difference with some looking more red than others.
Second, I've been cataloging 500,000 used parts over the last 6 months, and
I've been separating the newer and older shades of Trans-Neon Orange. I've
looked at them all under a blacklight, and they ALL fluoresce. The older shade
fluoresces more brightly, but the newer redder ones definitely fluoresce as well.
Every. Single. One. Whereas Trans-Orange never fluoresces, ever.
With how much detail-work I've been doing with colors recently, I could probably
definitely identify which color they are from a high-quality non-blacklight picture
if you can obtain one.
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Thanks for the information. we offered to either refund or credit the part to
the buyer.
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Cool. Just wanted to add -- I've ordered multiple times from your store,
and I've been very happy every time. I think you're a quality seller,
and I'll recommend you any time. Rock on!
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| Author: | Brickitty | | Posted: | Jan 13, 2021 13:58 | | Subject: | Re: Trans-neon orange | | Viewed: | 55 times | | Topic: | Colors | |
| In Colors, CanadaFirst writes:
| | Hi!
We sold some used trans-neon bricks 1x1 and the buyer is saying that they are
not trans-neon orange because they do not glow under black light.
Unless we're mistaken, the new trans-neon orange does not glow under black
light, are we wrong here? I remember the bricks as I listed them not too long
ago and I had compared the color to trans-neon orange we had from brand new sets
parted out and to some trans-orange again from parted out brand new lego sets
and the color was not trans-orange, it had the reddish tinge that the trans-neon
orange has but it's not 'milky' like the old trans-neon orange.
Are we mistaken? If we are we will correct our assumptions but we seem to recall
seeing a discussion about trans-neon orange but can't find it at the moment.
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I think it's probably your mistake, for two reasons. First, 3005 1x1 bricks
have only been produced once in Trans-Neon Orange, in 2005 for set 7258, which
only had ONE copy. So the piece is very rare, whereas 3005 in Trans-Orange has
been in over 60 sets and is currently in production. Additionally, since 3005
in Trans-Neon Orange is only from 2005, which was before the transition to the
newer, redder Trans-Neon Orange color, it's very likely that the part only
exists in the older, milkier version of Trans-Neon Orange. If you think you found
redder ones, they're probably actually Trans-Orange, which also has an older/newer
shade difference with some looking more red than others.
Second, I've been cataloging 500,000 used parts over the last 6 months, and
I've been separating the newer and older shades of Trans-Neon Orange. I've
looked at them all under a blacklight, and they ALL fluoresce. The older shade
fluoresces more brightly, but the newer redder ones definitely fluoresce as well.
Every. Single. One. Whereas Trans-Orange never fluoresces, ever.
With how much detail-work I've been doing with colors recently, I could probably
definitely identify which color they are from a high-quality non-blacklight picture
if you can obtain one.
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| Author: | Brickitty | | Posted: | Jan 12, 2021 14:51 | | Subject: | Inventory Change Request for Set 8167-1 | | Viewed: | 18 times | | Topic: | Inventories Requests (Entry) | | Status: | Open | |
| Please make changes to the following inventory:
* Add 1 Part 32271pb022L Black Technic, Liftarm 1 x 9 Bent (7 - 3) Thick with Orange Flames Pattern Left Side A (Sticker) - Set 8167 (Counterpart)
* Add 1 Part 32271pb023L Black Technic, Liftarm 1 x 9 Bent (7 - 3) Thick with Orange Flames Pattern Left Side B (Sticker) - Set 8167 (Counterpart)
* Add 1 Part 32271pb022R Black Technic, Liftarm 1 x 9 Bent (7 - 3) Thick with Orange Flames Pattern Right Side A (Sticker) - Set 8167 (Counterpart)
* Add 1 Part 32271pb023R Black Technic, Liftarm 1 x 9 Bent (7 - 3) Thick with Orange Flames Pattern Right Side B (Sticker) - Set 8167 (Counterpart)
Comments from Submitter:
These were added to the catalog a month ago but haven't been assigned to the correct set yet.
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| Author: | Brickitty | | Posted: | Jan 7, 2021 13:50 | | Subject: | Inventory Change Request for Set 3544-1 | | Viewed: | 28 times | | Topic: | Inventories Requests (Entry) | | Status: | Open | |
| Please make changes to the following inventory:
* Add 1 Part 44790pb07 Black Hockey Helmet with NHL Logo Both Sides, White Number 7 and White Stripe Pattern (Stickers) - Set 3544 (Counterpart)
* Add 1 Part 44790pb08 White Hockey Helmet with NHL Logo Both Sides, Black Number 5 and Orange Stripe Pattern (Stickers) - Set 3544 (Counterpart)
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| Author: | Brickitty | | Posted: | Jan 6, 2021 17:50 | | Subject: | Re: BrickLink is BROKEN (minifig subcondition) | | Viewed: | 61 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
| Voted no.
| | 3) And: "Minifigures" are a specific collection of parts.
4) Then by logic: Such collections of parts are still considered "minifigures"
whether complete or incomplete.
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Disagree. Because minifigures are typically only 3-5 parts, their completeness
must be defined differently. Minifigures are not just "a specific collection
of parts," they're "a specific collection of parts that constitutes a complete
figure." A set missing 1 or 2 parts is an incomplete set; a minifigure missing
1 or 2 parts is just a couple of random parts. IMO, Boba Fett without a helmet
isn't Boba Fett (just one example, but it illustrates my point).
| | We NEED "incomplete/complete" definitions for minifigures (and for all inventoried
items for that matter) to keep this marketplace competitive.
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I don't think you have any proof for this claim, and I don't think any
exists. It's doubtful that requiring minifigures to be complete or be broken
down into parts will meaningfully impact Bricklink as a marketplace.
| | A $20 11-piece minifigure missing an inconsequential part should be possible
to list as "incomplete" and defining the missing item.
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But that's not what happens most of the time. Over 7 years of buying Lego,
I've virtually never seen incomplete figures on Bricklink missing only a
common/cheap part. Usually, they're missing the only piece that gives the
figure value but are still listed at nearly full price (see: Angelica/Radagast
and the Dark Tan feather). If the missing part is so inconsequential, sellers
should replace it themselves before selling the figure.
| | To have to break this nearly complete collection
composing the minifigure down to individual parts, pieces a seller likely does
not want to break apart given it is more desirable or worth more as a whole instead
of pieces, makes eBay a better marketplace for the item. eBay should NEVER be
a better option than BrickLink on the ability to list and sell LEGO.
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I doubt anyone will find better luck selling incomplete figures on eBay. The
vast, vast majority of buyers don't want them. You're overestimating
the demand by a lot. And why is it so hard to list those 2 or 3 parts from a
minifigure separately? Since components are usually worth more individually than
together, the seller will usually make more money listing each part separately,
even if it takes longer to sell all the components.
| | It certainly cannot hurt the marketplace and will actually improve it by helping
to eliminate the ever so common "missing ----" descriptions sellers often
currently use (though shouldn't) under the same catalog entry for the undefined
figure. Buyers shop specific figures, and as such should have the option to
buyer complete or incomplete as meets their needs.
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Those "missing" descriptions are being eliminated anyway, since the new policy
is being enforced. If buyers want to buy a partial minifigure, they can easily
buy each of the parts individually. There's no need to search out the one
seller who listed an incomplete fig with exactly the parts they need.
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| Author: | Brickitty | | Posted: | Dec 10, 2020 14:23 | | Subject: | Inventory Change Request for Set 41317-1 | | Viewed: | 24 times | | Topic: | Inventories Requests (Entry) | | Status: | Open | |
| Please make changes to the following inventory:
* Add 1 Part 3245cpb130 White Brick 1 x 2 x 2 with Inside Stud Holder with Picture of Diver and Seashell on Shelf Pattern (Sticker) - Set 41317 (Counterpart)
* Add 1 Part 64225pb041 Lime Wedge 4 x 3 No Studs with Dark Purple, Magenta, and White Stripes Pattern (Sticker) - Set 41317 (Counterpart)
Comments from Submitter:
I believe these are the final 2 stickered counterparts for this set, and its inventory is now complete.
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| Author: | Brickitty | | Posted: | Dec 10, 2020 14:20 | | Subject: | Inventory Change Request for Set 41323-1 | | Viewed: | 22 times | | Topic: | Inventories Requests (Entry) | | Status: | Open | |
| Please make changes to the following inventory:
* Add 1 Part 3004pb211 Dark Bluish Gray Brick 1 x 2 with Magenta, Medium Azure, and Medium Lavender Icons on White Background (Sticker) - Set 41323 (Counterpart)
* Add 1 Part 60581pb156 Tan Panel 1 x 4 x 3 with Side Supports - Hollow Studs with Lavender Cuckoo Clock, Painting, and Magenta Shelf Pattern (Sticker) - Set 41323 (Counterpart)
Comments from Submitter:
Still missing 2 stickered counterparts for this set in the inventory, a 2x4 Magenta tile with rug pattern and a White container with potholder pattern. I don't have them available for pictures, so if anyone has them, please submit them yourselves or take pictures and send them to me so we can finish off this inventory. Thanks!
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| Author: | Brickitty | | Posted: | Dec 5, 2020 14:02 | | Subject: | Re: Star Wars Clone Turbo Tank w/LU Mace Windu | | Viewed: | 34 times | | Topic: | Catalog | |
| In Catalog, kcanavan writes:
| | In Catalog, taxan writes:
| | In Catalog, kcanavan writes:
| | I am rebuilding Lego sets for donation and the inventory for this item shows
30 black technic pins (2780), but the directions don’t show any black, only light
bluish grey. Could this inventory be incorrect on BrickLink? I know there
is also an entry for the non light up version, but my instructions and my mace
windu are for the light up version. Thanks!
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The are 2 version of this set.
with 30 Black
And
with 36 Light Bluish Gray
Looks like you have the 2 version.
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I initially thought the same thing, except I have the light up Mace Windu and
that’s only found in the first version. So it’s strange that I would have the
directions for the light up one that shows only gray technic pins. Also, the
dark red slope has the end that’s only found in version 1. Weird.
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I had a similar experience. My copy of 7261 came in a very well-curated collection
of Star Wars sets, most of them looking like they'd only been displayed.
There were very few extraneous pieces or missing pieces. And yet the lot came
with the non-light-up Mace Windu and the parts for that version of the set...
but the instructions for the light-up version. There was no reason to think the
collector had manually replaced the instructions, since the lot was pretty much
complete.
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| Author: | Brickitty | | Posted: | Dec 2, 2020 12:44 | | Subject: | Inventory Change Request for Set 8133-1 | | Viewed: | 20 times | | Topic: | Inventories Requests (Entry) | | Status: | Open | |
| Please make changes to the following inventory:
* Add 1 Part 50947pb032R Lime Vehicle, Mudguard 1 x 4 1/2 with Silver Headlights and Fuel Cap Pattern Model Right Side (Stickers) - Set 8133 (Counterpart)
* Add 1 Part 50947pb032L Lime Vehicle, Mudguard 1 x 4 1/2 with Silver Headlights and Silver Triangle Pattern Model Left Side (Stickers) - Set 8133 (Counterpart)
Comments from Submitter:
Adding the new correct mudguard stickered counterpart entries that have two stickers each rather than one.
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