BrickLink Discussion Forum

x1108 Duplo, Brick 2 x 6 x 2 with Curved Center
Parts: DUPLO, Brick

In Catalog Identification, Indigolite writes:

Hello,

I am looking for the corresponding reference for these two DUPLO pieces. The
yellow one has the numbers 01 1. The red one 03 3. Both date from the 80's,
the yellow one is stamped 1980.

Thank you in advance for your feedback.

Sincerely,

Indigolite

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jul 8, 2021 08:16

Subject:

Re: For those interested in the natural world

Viewed:

20 times

Topic:

Love that one, cheers.

In Off Topic, SylvainLS writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Read many an article on those who thought they knew and ended up killing themselves,
others or needing transplants, not worth the risk.

The destroying angel being a terrible way to go.

It reminds me of the joke:

A compasionate mortician talks to a lady burying her husband and learns it’s
the third one.
— Oh, that’s terrible, and they all died?
— Yes, the first one died of mushroom poisining.
— Terrible, terrible. And the second one?
— Mushroom poisoning too.
— Oh my, oh my. And this one too?
— No, this one fell in the stairs… He didn’t like mushrooms.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jul 8, 2021 07:57

Subject:

Re: For those interested in the natural world

Viewed:

27 times

Topic:

Read many an article on those who thought they knew and ended up killing themselves,
others or needing transplants, not worth the risk.

The destroying angel being a terrible way to go.

In Off Topic, popsicle writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Odd colourful fungal growth on willow stump.

Had to stop myself comparing colours with those used by Lego.

Anyone know what fungus ?

Hard to see in the pic, but it looks to be a mold of some type, which are multicellular,
filamentous fungi. Heads up, there is a pink mold looking bacteria that grows
on wood in moist conditions as well. But you already seem to be aware of being
careful about such things.

It is interesting, whatever it turns out to be. Thanks for sharing.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jul 8, 2021 07:54

Subject:

Re: For those interested in the natural world

Viewed:

29 times

Topic:

Colour change much more severe than that of certain Lego colours.

In Off Topic, molten.brick writes:

Fungal veins are some of the largest living entities to have ever existed!
I see Magenta 😜

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Odd colourful fungal growth on willow stump.

Had to stop myself comparing colours with those used by Lego.

Anyone know what fungus ?

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jul 8, 2021 07:51

Subject:

Re: Marbled?

Viewed:

37 times

Topic:

All nice marbled pieces, there are collectors for these, however the 2 x 4 3001/3001old
are those that are more valuable.

In General, Brickych writes:

Hi,

According to these pictures, are these parts marbled?

Green, gray, red and white parts really look like some other marbled parts I
have seen online.

Really not sure about the 3 on the right:

The blue 2x3 brick has a red / black pattern, so 3 color mix.
The black 1x1 brick has some blue on one face and a little inside.
The blue technic plate has some black inside and outside.

Thanks!

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jul 8, 2021 04:41

Subject:

Re: Round 1x1 solid stud question

Viewed:

31 times

Topic:

LEGO products

For this part, if it doesn’t have a logo on the solid stud then it’s a clone.

You can’t say this about many other early parts but this is one you can.

In LEGO, LegoSpaceForce writes:

Does official Round 1x1 soild stud arways have a logo on them? I have some that
don't.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jul 7, 2021 09:55

Subject:

Re: For those interested in the natural world

Viewed:

49 times

Topic:

New photo 1, same fungus an hour and a half later, still some pink far left.

New photo 2, same fungus 3 hours later.

Almost as black as soot all over.

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Odd colourful fungal growth on willow stump.

Had to stop myself comparing colours with those used by Lego.

Anyone know what fungus ?

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jul 7, 2021 06:29

Subject:

Re: For those interested in the natural world

Viewed:

59 times

Topic:

Thanks.

I’ve always been interested fungus, some amazing shapes, colours, textures and
smells.

Found some deadly ones in the past and am never tempted to eat any of them I
find, too dangerous .

Just my luck to choose a destroying angel.

However I have eaten wild field mushrooms picked for me, enjoyed those and tried
a young puffball of a good size, not a fan.

In Off Topic, Rob_and_Shelagh writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Odd colourful fungal growth on willow stump.

Had to stop myself comparing colours with those used by Lego.

Anyone know what fungus ?

As a mushroom fan I would say don't eat it, not familiar with it but after
quick google I think it might be

https://www.cornwalls.co.uk/photos/black-fungus-king-alfred-cake-4374.htm

Robert

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jul 7, 2021 05:59

Subject:

For those interested in the natural world

Viewed:

213 times

Topic:

Odd colourful fungal growth on willow stump.

Had to stop myself comparing colours with those used by Lego.

Anyone know what fungus ?

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jul 5, 2021 12:36

Subject:

Re: Any UK drainage experts ?

Viewed:

31 times

Topic:

My feelings too but local and national authorities often think otherwise, they
usually want the most comprehensive and hence, most expensive option when they
aren’t paying.

In Off Topic, molten.brick writes:

I would assume you should proceed however you see fit, and then deal with it
if the need ever arises.
All I really know is that you want stormwater gone and not be capable of coming
back.
I am a fan of whatever costs the least time and/or money and has a reasonably
satifactory outcome 😎

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

A long shot but looking for some help if anyone here is aware of the regs concerning
older rural properties and rainwater discharge.

Tried googling but can’t find a straight answer on my drainage problem.

If there is, could I pick your brains please.

Thanks for any help.

Stuart

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 30, 2021 16:29

Subject:

Re: Any UK drainage experts ?

Viewed:

50 times

Topic:

Should have said that I live in a rural location.

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Can’t find an answer, only answers to other situations.

Need to know if I have to install soakaways if I have rainwater draining onto
the ground, my garden to be exact.

I have an older house 1929ish with small 1960’s extension and don’t know if I
can be forced to channel these to soakaways or I can leave them as they are.

I have to change one as it drains into septic tank system and that’s not allowed
anymore.

Can I change this so it empties onto the garden like the two other down pipes
I have on the front of the building, well away from the septic tank system.

No public rainwater system available, I’m below main road level on a private
road, I don’t pay drainage costs only water supply to utility company.

Anyone know the legal position ?

Cheers.

In Off Topic, misbi writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Not knowing your exact issue, but sounds like you might want to Google "rainwater
soakaway" if you haven't tried that already

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 30, 2021 16:28

Subject:

Re: Any UK drainage experts ?

Viewed:

57 times

Topic:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Not knowing your exact issue, but sounds like you might want to Google "rainwater
soakaway" if you haven't tried that already

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 30, 2021 15:13

Subject:

Re: Any UK drainage experts ?

Viewed:

62 times

Topic:

Thanks for the offer, however I’m looking for advice on avoiding such work.

Trying to find out if I can avoid putting in soakaways for rainwater drainage
even though I cannot drain to septic tank system or public drains.

Let you know if that changes.

In Off Topic, popsicle writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

If you need anyone to dig drainage ditches in exchange for room and board, let
me know. My son and I will hop on a flight if it get's us closer to the isle
of islay

Think I'm kidding?

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 30, 2021 14:43

Subject:

Any UK drainage experts ?

Viewed:

151 times

Topic:

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 30, 2021 04:23

Subject:

Re: Buyers not leaving FB or checking Received

Viewed:

51 times

Topic:

Feedback

I suspect all those neutrals would result in negatives for the seller.

In Feedback, peregrinator writes:

In Feedback, AZbrickGUY writes:

So here is my question or complaint. Depends on how u look at it. After something
gets marked as Delivered, the seller gets a green dot (I forget what is called)
by our "My Store" heading and doesn't go away unless we leave feed back for
the buyer. WHY ISNT THIS A THING FOR THE BUYER??? Can we please add it? I'm
thinking of starting to leave a Neutral feed back do to the lack of it on buyers
part. They don't wanna leave feed back. They don't even wanna mark it
as received... How lazy are you? It isn't that hard to mark it received nor
is it hard to type "Thanks" for feed back. SMH

It _is_ a thing for the buyer - they get the same reminder. Anyway, if you leave
neutral feedback for buyers don't be surprised if they retaliate.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 25, 2021 09:15

Subject:

Re: Influencer Scammers are back!!!

Viewed:

111 times

Topic:

Must have found another use for them.

Is there a moc out there that now uses lots of them ?

In Announce, bigasbricks writes:

Suuurrrreee I'll send you $200 of free stuff

Hello!!
My name is (Scammer) but I go by JBBrickFanatic online. I’m from Indiana and
I run
a YouTube channel of 6000+ subscribers. I have this crazy idea for a video/video
series that you could help me with!
I want to own the worlds biggest collection of part no. 15392 “Dark Bluish Gray
Projectile Launcher Part, Trigger for Gun, Mini Blaster / Shooter.”
It’s such an odd part with no real connection abilities outside of the stud shooter.
I am not sure how often they sell, but I am sure it’s taking up space in your
shop.
Even though it is such a small and cheap part, buying a ton does get expensive
and it would be amazing if we can make some sort of deal to help me get these
for free or maybe much cheaper (ex. I pay shipping). I could point folks to your
store, or do something in return for your help. Let’s make a deal!
Thank you so much, and let me know what you think!
Sincerely, JB

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 23, 2021 15:14

Subject:

Re: Finally made it to one of Mark's comic.

Viewed:

36 times

Topic:

Looks good, funny too.

In Off Topic, macebobo writes:

He has such a good sense of humor and knows how to satire most anything that
happens here with his wit.

http://v4ei.com/comics/index.php?id=macro&check=s2106

it is based in this thread

https://www.bricklink.com/messageThread.asp?ID=291426&nID=1276500

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 22, 2021 04:10

Subject:

Re: We have a new Inventories Admin!

Viewed:

27 times

Topic:

Nice one. 👍

In Catalog, Admin_Russell writes:

Dear BrickLink members,

We are very pleased to announce that we are adding member Maggiec to the Community
Expert Program. She is being appointed as a BrickLink Inventories Administrator
and will be serving alongside current Inventories Admins Paulvdb and Turez.

For most of you, Maggie needs no introduction. She is a long-time member of the
site, and has served as a Catalog Administrator for 14 years. She has worked
with several well-known catalog administrators including Firefly and Therobo,
and also Dan Jezek himself.

https://www.bricklink.com/memberAdmins.asp

Most people will associate Maggie with the "catalog" side of the Catalog, but
she has also been active as a contributor on the "inventories" side over the
years as well. In fact, she logged the very first inventory change requests back
in June 2004:

https://www.bricklink.com/catalogInvChangeItem.asp?itemType=S&itemNo=4535-1&viewDate=Y&viewStatus=1

Maggie has been a stabilizing force during some very critical times for the BrickLink
site. And we are very pleased she is joining us now for this next journey, and
we feel she will be an excellent addition to our Catalog team.

Please join me in welcoming her!

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 21, 2021 13:47

Subject:

Re: Is this Lego?

Viewed:

79 times

Topic:

LEGO products

Some early Lego had those circles underneath but majority were clone brands.

The early Lego didn’t have a brick of those dimensions with those circles, my
bet is that it’s a clone, probably DDR origin.

In LEGO, Luloma writes:

Is this maybe some kind of old “Brick 1 x 2 x 5” hollowed out?
Thank you all!

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 20, 2021 11:44

Subject:

Re: large collection of Modulex

Viewed:

67 times

Topic:

Modulex

Just stunning, love to have seen it for myself.

Hope to see more in the future, thanks for sharing.

In Modulex, ModulexDepot writes:

A small insight into the assortment

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 20, 2021 04:14

Subject:

Re: Lego?

Viewed:

37 times

Topic:

Correct, not Lego.

In Catalog Identification, Ola12 writes:

Need your heroics once again. Culling through a batch with lots of non-Lego and
came across these. 1x2. No Lego-markings what so ever but just want to be certain.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 18, 2021 04:06

Subject:

Re: Mega Bloks reference site

Viewed:

90 times

Topic:

This is probably their best bet, don’t know of anywhere better.

In Off Topic, maggiec writes:

In Off Topic, peregrinator writes:

In Off Topic, LegoSpaceForce writes:

I have some unopened bags of mega bloks that i got with my lego that i bought.
Is there a reference like this one to id the parts?

If you're asking if there is something like BrickLink for Megablox, not as
far as I know. I don't think so.

Actually the Bloks Forum may be helpful:

https://bloksforum.freeforums.net/

HTH,
Maggie

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 17, 2021 05:00

Subject:

Re: Old baseplates (brick) with different numbers

Viewed:

24 times

Topic:

These have a whole range of last letter variations for the same part.

Mould/mould position.

In Catalog, Hurt writes:

Hi,

I've a question about old baseplates (the ones that were actually brick-height).

I've this one (from its description):

700eX Brick 10 x 20 without Bottom Tubes, with '+' Cross Support (early Baseplate)
Parts: Brick {Green}

... but on my part it says "700ey"

Also, I have this one:

700eD Brick 10 x 20 with Bottom Tubes in Single Row Around Edge, with '+' Cross Support
Parts: Brick {Light Gray}

... but on my part it says "700eH"

Any ideas?

Should I just list them as the items I've linked, but with the actual item
number in the description of my listing?

Thanks!

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 16, 2021 07:27

Subject:

Re: New or used? How do you see it?

Viewed:

62 times

Topic:

Should have specified that the exception is where it was preassembled by Lego
before packaging for sale.

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Completely unacceptable to me as these effectively are now used, they have been
assembled.

I believe that BL’s definition of new includes the specification of unassembled.

In General, bricknationtoys writes:

Just received an order of new parts that were supposed to go into my inventory.
The seller probably tried to be helpful and stacked almost all the parts.
I don't feel I can sell them now as new.

What are your thoughts?

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 16, 2021 07:25

Subject:

Re: New or used? How do you see it?

Viewed:

61 times

Topic:

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 13, 2021 12:42

Subject:

Re: Part ID's

Viewed:

38 times

Topic:

Many people collect these, the most popular are the 2 x 4’s.

In Catalog, northshorebrick writes:

Appreciate the info, it's pretty cool. Something I'll hang on to.

In Catalog, Stuart9 writes:

Last one is a moulding error, colour change item or bad mix that should not have
made it’s way out into circulation.

A little of the old colour left in the injection when they changed to a new colour
or dye not correctly mixed with base plastic.

In Catalog, northshorebrick writes:

TIA

I can not find the following anywhere, any help would be appreciated. All are
genuine Lego.

The door I have only found one in the catalog that measures 1x4x5 (studs) the
one I have is 6 studs High.

The Lego store brick is just that but to find it has been problematic.

The third is 4623A I know that, it's the color. It is multi color. A swirl
of some sort.

Any info would be great.
Thanks

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 13, 2021 12:10

Subject:

Re: Part ID's

Viewed:

36 times

Topic:

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 13, 2021 08:50

Subject:

Re: How do you pack your items?

Viewed:

46 times

Topic:

Same here unless order is very close to weight limit of shipping.

I normally put all smaller bags of new in a larger bag to keep them separate
from used.

In Selling, wildchicken13 writes:

In Selling, CSC writes:

Hi everyone,

how do you pack your items?
Not in terms of bags or boxes, I mean how to pack them in terms of what you put
in the same bag or when you use a new bag?

We are in the process of getting more bigger orders so in order to optimize picking,
I want to pick your brains on how you package items together or how you would
want them packaged if you bought from a store.

Thanks

Unpopular opinion here, but I bag each lot separately. It doesn't matter
if there is one part in the lot or 1000, it goes in its own bag. I do this because
as a buyer, I hate receiving lots bagged together because it requires extra work
to verify the contents of the order and I usually end up separating the lots
anyway using my own bags. However, I totally understand sellers that combine
lots in one bag to save money on plastic bags and reduce plastic waste.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 7, 2021 17:27

Subject:

Re: STORE CLOSING SALE - ADOPT-A- BRICK

Viewed:

64 times

Topic:

Sales

I only see 25% off sticker sheets.

In Sales, ADOPT_A_BRICK writes:

ADOPT-A-BRICK LIQUIDATION SALE 😎😜
We are closing our virtual doors after 15 years!
https://www.Adopt-A-Brick.com

50% OFF STICKER SHEETS, INSTRUCTIONS, MAGAZINES & CATALOGS
25% OFF EVERYTHING ELSE IN THE STORE

Discounts will increase monthly until all items are gone.
Selling Fast. Don’t wait to get the best items!!!

We Ship Everywhere!!!
Not valid with other discounts or on previous orders.

We are still adding the last of our New Stock every day. Get it while it lasts!

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 6, 2021 11:20

Subject:

Re: A beautiful UK sky ( for once ) :)

Viewed:

34 times

Topic:

In Off Topic, popsicle writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

I believe Whiskey is the normal spelling in the U.S., as it is in Ireland however
the spelling used by Scotland is Whisky ( no e ).

I believe we tend to use the Scottish spelling in England as do the Canadians.

Many Scots get upset if you use what they see as an incorrect spelling when discussing
their Whisky.

Yeah my son brought me up to date on the different spellings some time ago. But
you gotta settle on a spelling if you're gonna talk about it at length, I
chose the American version.

It is difficult to keep switching, it's not surprising that someone settles
on their national spelling, after all there are many differences already in our
spellings of the same word.

As to upsetting the Scots: isn't that what it means to be Scottish, act like
you're always upset about something? Kinda why I like many of them, they're
like me

Couldn't possibly comment, the English are very rarely the flavour of the
month with the Scottish, I personally have no problems with our northern cousins
so I'll smile and say nothing.

I could go with what I imagine my mother often heard in her bartending days "whatever
you call it, just give me the damned drink!"

Some truth in that when you have a thirst.

In Off Topic, popsicle writes:

In Off Topic, qwertyboy writes:

In Off Topic, popsicle writes:

Some of the best peated scotch, I've had. I do enjoy peated single
malts whiskeys.

Love that pic. Back when we were still living in the Netherlands, I collected
those boxes/tubes (with bottle inside) but only the ones we emptied ourselves.
I had a good relationship with our local liquer supplier - he often went searching
for single malts we hadn't tried before. I had a similar "setup" with our
local cheese shop owner (without the "container collecting" part). He was pretty
sad to see us leave...

Niek.

The pic is of some of my son's stash. They all have booze in them, he doesn't
save empties but keeps the bottles in their boxes for some reason. He's the
whiskey connoisseur in the house. On Saturdays he and I will sample the newest
he's picked-up on his travels during the week. But I don't/can't
consume much myself, nor does he for that matter. Just a couple of lightweights
in that regard.

Like everything else he does, he reads-up extensively, immerses himself into
the subject. Whiskey is his newest interest. Once a week (sometimes we'll
miss a week) we break out the Glencairn whiskey tasting glasses and sample the
latest of his finds, and talk. It's something that I look forward to very
much, both the talking and the whiskey but mostly what he has to share.

My son is one of those exceptionally intelligent guys, that enjoys a conversation.
He's also a voracious reader, mostly books on the classics and military history.
So not only do I get to sample some good whiskeys, but get to learn more about
history as he shares the latest book he's into. Three things I enjoy: my
son, history and whiskey! So you see why I'd "look forward to it very much"

-Cory

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 6, 2021 09:51

Subject:

Re: A beautiful UK sky ( for once ) :)

Viewed:

27 times

Topic:

In Off Topic, popsicle writes:

In Off Topic, qwertyboy writes:

In Off Topic, popsicle writes:

Some of the best peated scotch, I've had. I do enjoy peated single
malts whiskeys.

-Cory

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 6, 2021 04:15

Subject:

Re: A beautiful UK sky ( for once ) :)

Viewed:

28 times

Topic:

I'm the same, still have to look through rock pools as I did as a kid, fascinated
watching wood ants on their mounds and many more things.

Only ever watched nature programmes to see the Cicadas, not an event you'll
see too often in a lifetime.

I think the most annoying and spectacular thing we see is the mass of flying
ants once a year as they leave to start new colonies.

In Off Topic, randyf writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Do we all appreciate the world around us more as we age or are there many
more like myself that have always been both fascinated and in awe of the world
around us.

I am in this group. I am always fascinated by the little things around me when
I go on walks, runs, hikes, bike rides, canoeing, camping, etc. Not only does
the wildlife intrigue me, but every type of plant, fungus, etc. Right now, the
17-year cicadas are out in my part of Ohio ("Brood X" as it is known). The last
time they were here, I had just moved into my first home at 28 and had no kids.
Now, my life could not be more different than it was then. The sound is deafening
and overly irritating, but the whole cicada life cycle and observing them above
ground just fascinates me. They are cute in a weird sort of way.

I love spending time in the outdoors as much as my LEGO!

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 5, 2021 16:12

Subject:

Re: A beautiful UK sky ( for once ) :)

Viewed:

41 times

Topic:

I told you I was an odd one, never ever liked Whisky/Whiskey or most strong
alcoholic spirits, just don't like the taste.

Drank Vodka a lot whilst in my late teens and early twenties but lost any interest
after too many hangovers, now I can't tolerate it at all.

Never liked anything that tastes earthy/peaty whether that's malt, beers
or those dreadful cheap wines we had in the 70's/80's here in the U.K.

My sweet tooth doesn't help, not a fan of anything too dry.

In Off Topic, popsicle writes:

In Off Topic, qwertyboy writes:

In Off Topic, popsicle writes:

We (my son, daughter and I) are playing with the idea of visiting the island
of Islay, Scotland.

The island of Island.

They make some of the best single malts there.

hopefully a better pic...

Some of the best peated scotch, I've had. I do enjoy peated single
malts whiskeys.

Btw, if you enjoy peated single malts, there's the Westland distillery up
here in Seattle. We had lunch there last weekend. It's a young distillery
making some top-notch whiskeys. They used to import their peat from Scotland
but now source it locally from farmland down in (Shelton) Olympia, Washington

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 5, 2021 11:20

Subject:

Re: A beautiful UK sky ( for once ) :)

Viewed:

27 times

Topic:

Never get too much clotted cream, my opinion anyway.

Thanks for the tip about roadworks.

In Off Topic, 1271moggy writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

I am and I must remember to get my cream teas right, mustn't have a Devon
cream tea in Cornwall.

Must get into the right mind set too, dreckly as they say.

Ah yes - must do it proper. Although my late father always said that the Devon
way is the best way - you can always put another dollop of cream on top!

Wish you well with your move.

PS Avoid the Tamar bridge if you can. Has resurfacing work going on, which is
likely to last for months. Absolute chaos!

In Off Topic, 1271moggy writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Whereabouts ?

I'm moving to the south west, all being well, in the next few months.

The sun is beginning to shine here in North Devon. If I remember rightly from
your past postings you are headed over the border to Kernow.

In Off Topic, 1271moggy writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Woke up to a cloudless sky this morning, just stunningly blue.

Welcome to the 'sunny' South West.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 5, 2021 10:28

Subject:

Re: A beautiful UK sky ( for once ) :)

Viewed:

42 times

Topic:

Always appreciated stunning naturally beauty whether that be human or nature
itself.

Always envious of the wilderness around the world, nothing really like it here
in the U.K., some small exceptions.

Do we all appreciate the world around us more as we age or are there many
more like myself that have always been both fascinated and in awe of the world
around us.

Not necessarily a cool thing with your peers when you are young but then I've
never been what most would class as normal.

In Off Topic, popsicle writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Woke up to a cloudless sky this morning, just stunningly blue.

Beautiful...

Now go out and carpe diem! You’ve got another seven hours before sunset, bag
some rays (as it's put in our house) Get that vitamin D3 machine in gear!

Really enjoy these type posts, thanks for sharing.

-popsicle

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 5, 2021 10:21

Subject:

Re: A beautiful UK sky ( for once ) :)

Viewed:

31 times

Topic:

I am and I must remember to get my cream teas right, mustn't have a Devon
cream tea in Cornwall.

Must get into the right mind set too, dreckly as they say.

In Off Topic, 1271moggy writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Whereabouts ?

I'm moving to the south west, all being well, in the next few months.

The sun is beginning to shine here in North Devon. If I remember rightly from
your past postings you are headed over the border to Kernow.

In Off Topic, 1271moggy writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Woke up to a cloudless sky this morning, just stunningly blue.

Welcome to the 'sunny' South West.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 5, 2021 07:53

Subject:

Re: A beautiful UK sky ( for once ) :)

Viewed:

28 times

Topic:

Whereabouts ?

I'm moving to the south west, all being well, in the next few months.

In Off Topic, 1271moggy writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Woke up to a cloudless sky this morning, just stunningly blue.

Welcome to the 'sunny' South West.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 5, 2021 07:51

Subject:

Re: A beautiful UK sky ( for once ) :)

Viewed:

23 times

Topic:

Don't know your part of Britain but glad to hear someone sees bluer skies
more often.

Never seem to have a camera, not that I'm any good with them, when the beautiful
sunrises or sunsets are on display.

In Off Topic, StephenB76 writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Woke up to a cloudless sky this morning, just stunningly blue.

Lovely photos, I'm lucky I get to see skies like that a fair bit as I live
on the Sussex Coast, and the sky yesterday morning at about 4:30 was amazing
even though it meant rain for most of the day, it had lots of the reds and oranges.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 5, 2021 07:48

Subject:

Re: A beautiful UK sky ( for once ) :)

Viewed:

30 times

Topic:

Must be Britain blue, limited edition obviously, never around for long.

Can't reach to test if it's brittle too.

In Off Topic, SylvainLS writes:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Woke up to a cloudless sky this morning, just stunningly blue.

Not yellowed enough to be Brittle Blue… is it Britain Blue?

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 5, 2021 07:46

Subject:

Re: A beautiful UK sky ( for once ) :)

Viewed:

27 times

Topic:

Can we go Dutch and share.

In Off Topic, HC writes:

OOOOOH....there it is.
was wondering ...since we had that for a couple of days here..but today it is
gone.

please give it back

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 5, 2021 07:44

Subject:

Re: A beautiful UK sky ( for once ) :)

Viewed:

36 times

Topic:

Not far, North Worcestershire.

Eldest daughter lives in Newent, even closer to you. I should imagine.

In Off Topic, Stevemac1976 writes:

same here mate - its stunning in Gloucestershire. Where abouts are you.

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Woke up to a cloudless sky this morning, just stunningly blue.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 5, 2021 04:22

Subject:

A beautiful UK sky ( for once ) :)

Viewed:

332 times

Topic:

Woke up to a cloudless sky this morning, just stunningly blue.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 5, 2021 04:11

Subject:

Re: Identify this motor

Viewed:

32 times

Topic:

Can't place it, a photo would almost certainly help identify it.

My only thought is it might be a train part, motor/transformer.

In Catalog Identification, ETC writes:

In a bag from a thrift store I found a motor that I don't see a list for
in the catalog.
It is 4x10x3-1/3, black with grey technic axle inserts. All in all it looks like
part# bb0129 except that it has a power lead that is not detachable. It has a
2-wire approximately 136 studs long that goes into a slot into one of the top
studs. The opposite end of the power lead ends in a 2x2x2/3 brick.The only imprint
I can see is on the bottom of the motor saying "Lego Group" and "08 2".
Can anyone tell me what set this is from and hopefully a part number?

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 1, 2021 17:06

Subject:

Re: bhol01 in trans green

Viewed:

32 times

Topic:

They've clearly come a long way since their beginning cloning Kiddicraft
bricks.

You can see their slow transition into today's sleek marketing and product,
a few hiccups on the way, in their basic bricks.

Collecting early pieces shows up all the refining of both the product and it's
branding that have happened over the years.

The change from slotted to hollow, then to tubes and supported tubes, each phase
having numerous variations, refining the injection points as they went.

The change from no logo to different base logos, changing to stud and base logo,
from that through numerous styles of stud logo only.

Then of course you have the test bricks in all it's forms and colours, not
to mention the unofficial pieces from various moulding companies.

There are many other things I could mention but then it's getting too geeky.

In General, SylvainLS writes:

In General, maxx3001 writes:

[…]
The first LEGO bricks did not have a logo, maybe because LEGO did not invent
those bricks, but took the idea from Kiddicraft.
Some time later these bricks came with the logo on the inside, after that came
the stud logo.
There are a few double logo bricks, with logo both on the inside and on the studs.

It is a great thing to look into.

They just took time to learn/refine marketting: put your brand on the package,
then on the back of the product, then very visible on the product, so much visible
that only your brand is associated with the product / the stud now.

They might even have invented something there. Any marketting historian here?

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 1, 2021 16:40

Subject:

Re: bhol02 & bhol04 in Dark grey

Viewed:

36 times

Topic:

In General, maxx3001 writes:

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Time to throw some stuff out, divorce helped me get rid of a lot of shite

Doing just that, getting rid of a lot of stuff I've kept just in case it's
useful.

Looks like I've lost my buyer, couple wanted to move her father next door
to them but it appears they are splitting up, not a good idea to live next door.

To bad, maybe she can keep the house and still put her father next door

They aren't married, he's much older and owns the house, she doesn't

Oh well, next stop is the estate agents, let's test the market and see if
turns out to be a blessing.

It's the job that I'm struggling to cope with, not good at all but I
can't afford to quit until I have a definite buyer just need my sanity to
hold.

I know the feeling, my having been sick followed by a divorce isn’t a

Sadly too many people go through massive upheavals, much more than myself but
it's never easy for anyone, it's great to see you back here on a regular
basis.

BL's not the same without you and others with a great deal of knowledge,
I've learnt an awful lot since I first began and still learning .

In General, maxx3001 writes:

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Not only Dark grey but double logo, Lego on studs and underneath.

Cleaning up does help, right

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 1, 2021 16:05

Subject:

Re: bhol02 & bhol04 in Dark grey

Viewed:

30 times

Topic:

Last chance to remind myself what I've tucked away, borrowed a couple of
poor images off my Flickr account as items not to hand.

Just about packed my Lego away, including my shop, now for the rest of the house.

Not sure I'm going to get this into one large removal truck, might need two
for everything but it looks like it's all going on hold again.

Looks like I've lost my buyer, couple wanted to move her father next door
to them but it appears they are splitting up, not a good idea to live next door.

Oh well, next stop is the estate agents, let's test the market and see if
turns out to be a blessing.

It's the job that I'm struggling to cope with, not good at all but I
can't afford to quit until I have a definite buyer just need my sanity to
hold.

In General, maxx3001 writes:

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Not only Dark grey but double logo, Lego on studs and underneath.

Cleaning up does help, right

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 1, 2021 15:39

Subject:

Re: Other early items in odd colours

Viewed:

33 times

Topic:

Only ever seen windows and doors until l found these.

In General, maxx3001 writes:

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Genuine Early Tan bricks, not faded, sorry for poor photo, white and yellow for
comparison.

Early widows in trans clear and a milky trans.

Nice, not sure I ever saw Tan in slotted bricks.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 1, 2021 14:08

Subject:

Re: Spectacular faded pieces

Viewed:

31 times

Topic:

Forgot about those, haven't had them for years.

In General, SylvainLS writes:

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Reminds me of salmon shortly after it starts to cook.

You eat too healthy. I was thinking about strawberry or cherry berlingots

https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berlingot_nantais
Not the white stripes but when the sugar gets a bit old / crystallizes.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 1, 2021 13:53

Subject:

Other early items in odd colours

Viewed:

68 times

Topic:

Genuine Early Tan bricks, not faded, sorry for poor photo, white and yellow for
comparison.

Early widows in trans clear and a milky trans.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 1, 2021 13:42

Subject:

Re: Spectacular faded pieces

Viewed:

38 times

Topic:

Reminds me of salmon shortly after it starts to cook.

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Who says that faded pieces aren't worth keeping, they also sell when they
look like this.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 1, 2021 13:41

Subject:

Spectacular faded pieces

Viewed:

135 times

Topic:

Who says that faded pieces aren't worth keeping, they also sell when they
look like this.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jun 1, 2021 12:25

Subject:

Re: bhol02 & bhol04 in Dark grey

Viewed:

39 times

Topic:

Hi,

They are CA.

In General, cosmicray writes:

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Not only Dark grey but double logo, Lego on studs and underneath.

Are those ABS or CA ?

Nita Rae

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 31, 2021 18:51

Subject:

bhol02 & bhol04 in Dark grey

Viewed:

91 times

Topic:

Not only Dark grey but double logo, Lego on studs and underneath.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 31, 2021 18:00

Subject:

Re: bhol01 in trans green

Viewed:

67 times

Topic:

These are bslot17's with closed slots ( ghost slots ), they don't have
Lego on studs just like the classic 2 x 4's.

bslot17 Brick 4 x 4 Corner without Bottom Tubes, Slotted (with 2 slots)
Parts: Classic

In General, iprice writes:

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Another oddity to prove you can't rule out other parts in strange colours.

Is that actually Lego? The moulding looks awful and there are no logos on the
pips (that I can see from that image).

Studs. Not pips! D'oh!

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 31, 2021 17:15

Subject:

bhol01 in trans green

Viewed:

148 times

Topic:

Another oddity to prove you can't rule out other parts in strange colours.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 31, 2021 12:26

Subject:

Re: Marketplace Panel meeting minutes

Viewed:

93 times

Topic:

Administrative

Thank you, should prove interesting, look forward to future postings.

In Administrative, CE_Tanja writes:

Dear BrickLink members,

Please find the minutes from the first Marketplace Panel meeting.

Minutes from the first Marketplace Panel meeting May 20th. 2021

Agenda

- Panel member introductions

- Marketplace panel program presentation

- Workshop

- BrickLink vision

- Marketplace plan 2021 & Prioritization discussion

- Next steps

Ad. 1 Panel member introductions

We have selected the initial panel members based on criteria such as: Having
both buyers and sellers represented, BrickLink experience, ability to engage
in constructive dialogues about the future of BrickLink and ability to consider
the greater good for the BrickLink sellers and buyers.

The initial panel members are:

Constructibles, SimplyBricks, Dcarmine, Calsbricks, Erkiles, Legoman77, Faro,
BrickCoast

During this first part, all panel members introduced themselves and it is clear
that this is a diverse, multitalented group that are all passionate about BrickLink.

No doubt that this select group will be a fantastic first Marketplace panel.

Ad 2. Marketplace panel program presentation

The structure of the program had been shared with the panel ahead of the meeting,
so in this session, we mainly dug into the basics of the program and collaboration
principles:

4 annual meetings with an opportunity to impact the future development of the
BrickLink Marketplace

Between the meetings we will collaborate through a Teams channel, making it possible
for us to engage outside the meetings as well.

We aim to increase the number of members in the panel to a max of 14 people throughout
the next 1-2 years.

We will invite new members to the Panel annually, to ensure fresh perspectives
by shifting 50% of the panel members with new members meeting above criteria.
We will be promoting the opportunity to sign up for the panel in Q1 2022.

In our collaboration, we will be looking to the future as opposed to the past.

We will be mindful of one another in the dialogues we have, remembering that
we are all in this with the best of intentions.

This panel is focused on the Marketplace specifically. There will be other initiatives
similar to this one, that focus on e.g. Studio, The Catalog, etc.

Ad 3. Workshop

This being the first Panel meeting, we felt a need to make sure we got the frustrations
out of every one’s system, in order to be able to focus on the future of BrickLink,
as opposed to being stuck in the past. This was done in a workshop where everyone
was able to share frustrations but also the things, they love about BrickLink.

Ad 4. BrickLink vision

Marvin Park shared thoughts related to the vision and mission of BrickLink as
a platform through which LEGO fans can also realize their dream designs. As for
the long-term roadmap, it was highlighted how BrickLink marketplace and Studio
can evolve to meet diverse needs of the AFOL community and become an integral
part of the entire LEGO ecosystem.

Ad 5. Marketplace plan 2021 & Prioritization discussion

BrickLink’s new Senior Product Manager Stephen Wilhelm presented the current
Marketplace roadmap. This roadmap is now mainly focused on development related
to VAT compliance rules (initiatives that we are bound to by law and that we
are not able to de-prioritize) and initiatives intended to support e.g., the
ability to lower response rate for new seller verifications, etc. There are several
user experience related initiatives the BrickLink Marketplace team plans to work
on, but we are looking to the Marketplace Panel members to help us prioritize
what enhancements would provide the most value.

Aside from above, several focus areas that we have picked up based on input from
the BrickLink members in general were presented with the intention to prioritize
them. We were not able to finish the prioritization discussions completely at
this meeting, but a couple of things were highlighted as being critical to prioritize:

Seller tools (e.g., Inventory management, store management, seller page updates)

Continue modernization of the BrickLink platform. This is already ongoing, but
we aim to apply more resources later this year.

A few less critical but still impactful areas were introduced:

Telephone support and the ability to have expert engagers to reach out to

Order Item Refund Request (OIRR) & Refund enhancement

Rewriting storefront pages to support mobile / native.

Provide BrickLink shipping methods (preferably one shipping cost per customer)

Overhaul/update payment processes

The above list varies greatly in level of complexity, and we will need to take
all input in to consideration in upcoming plans. Status on above and long-term
plans will be shared in minutes from the next Panel meeting.

A few other things we will be looking in to due to the input from the panel:

Ability for Sellers to make use of BrickLink’s access to Google Analytics.

On-site payment and why some sellers choose not to use this option.

Shipping price calculations based on zones instead of weight (US specific)

Ad 6. Next steps

It was decided to disclose the BrickLink panel members to the general BrickLink
membership base, this is not to be seen as an invitation to reach out to the
panel members directly with input for the Panel, but a way to be transparent
about who is in the panel as per the request of many members. Any ill manor
targeted directly at the Panel members may result in abandonment from BrickLink.

We need everyone’s input!

We have recently taken input from all BrickLink members in the survey, and we
take input regularly in the NPS survey, this input has already played a huge
part in shaping the focus for BrickLink in general and will be part of shaping
the future of BrickLink also.

During the upcoming Panel meetings, we might come across items to prioritize
that are not straight forward, in terms of defining what is best for the majority
of BrickLink members, in these cases, we will have a poll among the members in
general in order to ensure solid facts to back the decisions.

Upcoming meetings

The next meetings are planned for August and November.

Reflections

No doubt that we are blessed to have members on BrickLink that are prepared to
spend hours in their busy lives, participating in dialogue to make sure that
we have the best outside-in perspective we can when deciding how to prioritize
our efforts on BrickLink going forward. This is not something we have been able
to prioritize to the same extent in the past (hence numerous understandable frustrations),
but it is something that we are committed to prioritizing going forward!

BrickLink members, you can be proud of your Panel members, they did an amazing
job in representing you. Everyone spoke freely about critical issues to be addressed,
this is highly appreciated because then we won't have to waste time (mis)interpreting
this and we can get moving on the things that matter.

We hope that you will read this and share any feedback you might have, in this
topic or directly to ce_tanja. We have just started this journey and we are happy
to take your input to the process and adjust along the way.

Thank you!

The BrickLink Team

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 31, 2021 07:25

Subject:

Selling collectable minifigures

Viewed:

110 times

Topic:

Looking for views on collectable minifigures.

I have a large number of these, estimated at 1000+ in new condition, plus others
in used.

These are from nearly all series so far including series 1 unopened and opened
Team GB.

Just accumulating them at present.

Too many to check individually on the sales info, certainly at the moment for
me due to relocation.

Do these still sell well ?

May start listing some when I reopen in 2022.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 30, 2021 14:39

Subject:

Re: How can I exclude sellers from the UK?

Viewed:

84 times

Topic:

Might take some time to confirm that.

In Selling, SylvainLS writes:

In Selling, wildchicken13 writes:

[…]
Alternatively, you could stoplist every single buyer in the UK.

Oh, interesting experiment. Maybe there’s a limit in the size of a stoplist?

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 30, 2021 14:37

Subject:

Re: How can I exclude sellers from the UK?

Viewed:

59 times

Topic:

Sad to see yet another exclude UK buyers.

Nevertheless, best of luck with your shop.

In Selling, Erikschoneveld writes:

How can I exclude sellers from the UK?

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 29, 2021 12:14

Subject:

Re: Christman Family Sponsored contest winner!

Viewed:

36 times

Topic:

Contests

Congratulations Nubs and thanks too guys for the competition and moderation.

In Contests, Nubs_Select writes:

Huge Thanks To popsicle and jbroman For Hosting And Moderating The Contest!
Looking Forward To The Next Contest! Here To Hoping It Involves Pizza!
Thankyou Very Much For all Of Your Time and effort Involved With This Contest
And The Gift!
Thanks!
Jason

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 28, 2021 13:24

Subject:

Re: Lego? Part id?

Viewed:

34 times

Topic:

Look like they are from the game Mousetrap.

In Catalog Identification, firestar246 writes:

I'm pretty sure those mice, while adorable, are not lego.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 27, 2021 13:50

Subject:

Re: What Part Is This

Viewed:

20 times

Topic:

bb1008 Watch Part, Case Attachment - Bezel Ring with Studs
Gear: Watch

In Catalog Identification, Nubs_Select writes:

I've searched lots of different ways for this this time and I can't find
it. It has the lego logo on all of the studs but I can't find it. I'm
probably just missing it.
Thanks!

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 26, 2021 16:07

Subject:

Re: Every one who orders today gets a coupon

Viewed:

39 times

Topic:

Only joking, best of luck.

In Announce, Catloverkid writes:

In Announce, Stuart9 writes:

Even if I order from someone else ?

No sorry

In Announce, Catloverkid writes:

If you order today you will get a coupon

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 26, 2021 14:06

Subject:

Re: Every one who orders today gets a coupon

Viewed:

38 times

Topic:

Even if I order from someone else ?

In Announce, Catloverkid writes:

If you order today you will get a coupon

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 26, 2021 14:02

Subject:

Re: Buyer not updating order status to completed

Viewed:

41 times

Topic:

There are differing views on this but I always wait until I believe the buyer
is happy with the order, most probably post after shipping, some like myself
choose to wait.

In Selling, stansbrickstore writes:

In Selling, Stuart9 writes:

So do you tend to leave feedback after the buyer has left feedback? So far I've
always left feedback as soon as I have shipped the order.

If you get no response on status or feedback at all, you just have to accept
it and let it go.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 26, 2021 13:50

Subject:

Re: Buyer not updating order status to completed

Viewed:

42 times

Topic:

Unfortunately it's all too common that order status is not updated, even
by high feedback buyers, buyers also update and don't leave feedback.

When the later happens I post positive feedback for the buyer, sometimes they
respond with positive feedback, sometimes they still don't respond.

If you get no response on status or feedback at all, you just have to accept
it and let it go.

In Selling, stansbrickstore writes:

Hi all,
I'm sure this has probably happened to most sellers so any advice is appreciated.
A little over a week ago I sent an order to a new Bricklink user, their first
ever order was at my store and they haven't placed one since. However since
I sent the order they haven't updated the status to complete, although it
should have arrived by now. As a seller I can update the order status to complete
myself, although I feel that this is wrong.

Is it common for buyers (especially new buyers) to never update the order status,
or take extra long to do so? If so is there anything I can do to prompt them
other than message them? I have messaged this buyer but he hasn't gotten
back to me for a few days.

It's not a massive problem, it just annoys me a little as it looks untidy
with the rest of my completed orders lol.

Also I had another buyer (also new to Bricklink) who updated the status to complete
but never left feedback. Again is this a common occurrence?

Many thanks, and enjoy your evening, Stan.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 26, 2021 10:09

Subject:

Prolonged store closure

Viewed:

121 times

Topic:

Having struggled to cope with long distance house hunting, now made an offer,
selling a property, under offer , crazy work conditions, caring, running a BL
store and changing jobs it's now evident that something has to give.

I've decided that my store will remain closed indefinitely, almost certainly
until 2022, anything outstanding will be shipped and one order on hold will be
invoiced and shipped when requested by buyer.

If I understand correctly, I have to be active in my store from time to time
to prevent my listings from being deleted, please advise if this is correct and/or
whatever else I need to do.

I'll still be active on the forum and may still purchase anything of interest
that may turn up.

Hope to add large number of items when I reopen.

Packing unlisted stock into moving boxes, can't believe how many I've
used and nowhere near finished.

Here's to a more settled 2022 and finally a less stressful job, cheers everyone.

Stuart

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 26, 2021 07:18

Subject:

Re: Any pointers for running a store?

Viewed:

34 times

Topic:

Help

Heard rumours of a club.

In Help, maxx3001 writes:

In Help, cycbuild writes:

In Help, maxx3001 writes:

Thank you, here, just for you, enjoy

Extremely cool! The marbling is barely there, but let me know if you'd like
to trade anything for a Cylinder 3 x 3 x 5 with Handle!

I would, but unfortunately I only collect 2x4’s, but don’t tell anyone

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 24, 2021 18:14

Subject:

Re: Grammar: Less -> Fewer

Viewed:

38 times

Topic:

Suggestions

Nah!
Much better as is.

In Suggestions, E.Leslie writes:

I imagine I'm not the only one to be aware of this grammar mistake. When
searching a store's inventory, there's a drop-down menu that says "All
Filters." Once it's been expanded, it can be minimized by clicking "Less
Filters."

Properly, in English grammar, when there is a countable noun, we do not use the
quantitative adjective "less". That's flat-out wrong. We must say "fewer".

We can say "less milk," but not "less cookies." We must say "fewer cookies."

So here, English grammar demands that we say "Fewer Filters."

I do think that correcting this error will enhance the site's professionalism.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 24, 2021 18:11

Subject:

Re: Any pointers for running a store?

Viewed:

51 times

Topic:

Help

I organise my stock by colour, sub divided by categories for used, soon to do
the same with new, works for me.

Only manually add used stock and odd new items, most new by auto part out, reuse
larger boxes for shipping but I buy new large letter boxes in two sizes.

Had to add minimum order value due to far too many low value orders that I was
losing money on.

I add everything, who knows what might bring a buyer to my store.

In Help, cycbuild writes:

What is your BrickLink rule of thumb to organizing inventory and pulling orders?

I've heard that sorting by parts not color is a good one. Another is cutting/taping
your own boxes to save on shipping. And a lot of pros and cons to setting a minimum
price/lots. My sub-query would be; are there any slow sellers that you
leave in the odd parts bin, or push to the end of the queue (of listing parts)?
Lastly, is BrickStock worth it or is Rebrickable a nice alternative?

Thanks,
cycbuild

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 24, 2021 17:41

Subject:

Re: Need help with ID: 54200 but w/ notches?

Viewed:

19 times

Topic:

Sure I've seen this in bulk lots, not Lego.

In Catalog Identification, digitoast writes:

Can anyone help me ID what the photographed piece on the right is? The left
is a translucent-red 54200, but I can't figure out what the right is. Thanks
in advance!

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 24, 2021 16:45

Subject:

Re: Please help identify

Viewed:

27 times

Topic:

Only seen this once before, think someone has a pic on Flickr somewhere.

In Catalog Identification, fritsp writes:

See photo.

This looks like it's part of

1083-2 50 x 50 LEGO Gray Baseplate
1976
Sets: Educational & Dacta: Supplemental

But it's not in it's inventory.
Is it on bricklink?

The lot we found it in has some very old 60's bricks as well as some 70s
and 80s.
A 50*50 light gray baseplate is also included, glued on a wooden plate, exactly
matching this clip.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 24, 2021 09:54

Subject:

Re: trans clear 702

Viewed:

19 times

Topic:

Never actually seen one.

Are there any out there ?

Possibly, oddities do turn up, often test pieces.

In Catalog, Abels_Bricks writes:

Just wondering if this part ever actually came in trans clear, as I can find
no evidence anywhere of this part in this colour.

702 Brick 4 x 4 Corner
Parts: Brick

should the entry be removed?

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 24, 2021 09:08

Subject:

Re: Can some one help me grow my store?

Viewed:

52 times

Topic:

Orders are always slow coming when you have the level of stock that you currently
have.

You will find that larger quantities of specific items and a greater range will
help, it does take time.

Not checked your prices as you don't currently ship to U.K. which doesn't
surprise me as you need to be comfortable supplying your home market first.

I found that when my stock reached certain counts the orders came much more readily.

Best of luck.

In Announce, Catloverkid writes:

I’m trying to grow my store but can’t get anyone to buy

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 24, 2021 08:32

Subject:

Re: Can you help me identify these pieces

Viewed:

29 times

Topic:

6091 Slope, Curved 2 x 1 x 1 1/3 with Recessed Stud
Parts: Slope, Curved

In Catalog, kopernikuszm1 writes:

What is the number of these rounded corner pieces? Are they real?
Thanks, Martin

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 23, 2021 06:49

Subject:

Re: Lowest prices dont work?

Viewed:

46 times

Topic:

Help

Seems to work ok for me

In Help, Yourbricks writes:

Hello

From last update, When I check some prices in bricklink, I have it in lowest
price but it dont work and prices are mixed, lowest and highest...

Somebody have same problem or know how to fix it?

Thanks

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

May 5, 2021 18:56

Subject:

Re: We have a new Catalog Associate!

Viewed:

25 times

Topic:

Never heard of him.

Congratulations.

In Catalog, Admin_Russell writes:

Greetings BrickLink catalog enthusiasts!

You will be pleased to learn that we have just today appointed a new Catalog
Associate - Randyf. Randy has served as an Inventories Administrator for the
last couple years and has done a fantastic job. We feel this promotion, though
it has been long in coming, is very well deserved.

As a reminder to those who are still learning about the BrickLink Community Expert
Program, the Catalog Associate position gives admin privileges over the entire
catalog half of our BrickLink system. After one year's experience, Catalog
Associates are eligible for promotion to full Catalog Admin, which gives them
full privileges on both sides, for both catalog and inventories.

https://www.bricklink.com/memberAdmins.asp

We plan to update the Hall of Fame page very soon. There are several things to
add, including Randy's time serving as Inventory Admin.

Please welcome our new associate!

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Apr 28, 2021 04:48

Subject:

Re: We have a new Inventories Administrator!

Viewed:

40 times

Topic:

Nice one, congratulations and thank you.

In Catalog, Admin_Russell writes:

Dear BrickLink members,

We have appointed to the Community Expert Program one new member today! His username
is Turez and he will be assuming the role of Inventories Administrator. As with
all other admins in this area, he will be eligible to move up through the ranks
after a period of time:

https://www.bricklink.com/feedback.asp?u=Turez

https://www.bricklink.com/memberAdmins.asp

Turez comes to us as a well-known and trusted catalog contributor who has a sharp
understanding of LEGO history and catalog related issues. He has contributed
extensively, and his contributions are of a very high quality. You can see some
of his part images here:

https://www.bricklink.com/catalogListOld.asp?pg=1&imgLID=346378&sortBy=N&sortAsc=A&catType=P

We look forward to what he will bring to the team. Please welcome him.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Apr 24, 2021 16:13

Subject:

Re: Feature Suggestion: Imperial/Metric Units

Viewed:

37 times

Topic:

Suggestions

Many of us here still look at Fahrenheit temperatures, much more impressive talking
about temps of 100 degrees or more.

In Suggestions, peregrinator writes:

In Suggestions, Stuart9 writes:

It's very odd here with units, I know we are odd anyway, we still use a mixture
of both.

I'm of a generation that has lived through the change over, I don't have
much trouble switching from one to the other, this includes our currency that
changed from units of 12 to 10.

We've never truly made a complete switch.

I'm comfortable either way except with degrees Celsius. When my Canadian
friends talk about "it was so hot today, 30 degrees" I just can't wrap my
head around it.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Apr 24, 2021 15:55

Subject:

Re: Feature Suggestion: Imperial/Metric Units

Viewed:

41 times

Topic:

Suggestions

When I perform a search, say on Millennium Falcon sets, and then click on a set,
the weight and dimensions of the set are in Metric units. I live in the USA,
and have lived in Europe. So, metric is pretty easy for me to convert in my head.
But, for the people on the planet that use the Imperial system, and haven’t had
to use grams, millimeters, etc., metric is just a bunch of gobbley-gook that
required the extra step of converting somehow..

Feature Suggestion: Add a setting in the settings menu that allows the display
of Imperial units instead of metric units.

p.s. May the flees of a thousand camels come to rest in the armpits of all those
who comment with: “Everyone should just convert to metric!”

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Apr 11, 2021 18:01

Subject:

Re: Marbled versions of earliest baseplate bb0340

Viewed:

34 times

Topic:

Submitted one version under not applicable but can't offer a different colour
under the same not applicable option.

Both images are marbled but quite different main colours.

One is marbled Green, I have a second version of this as each plate is different.

Another is on a block , Dark Orange/Medium brown and marbled.

In Catalog, StormChaser writes:

In Catalog, Stuart9 writes:

Thought I'd ask if there is any point trying to add images of these to the
catalogue or does the marbling and the block rule them out ?

If there are missing images, submit them and we'll take a look.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Apr 10, 2021 15:10

Subject:

Marbled versions of earliest baseplate bb0340

Viewed:

98 times

Topic:

Status:

Open

Thought I'd ask if there is any point trying to add images of these to the
catalogue or does the marbling and the block rule them out ?

bb0340 Baseplate 10 x 20 x 1/2 (Automatic Binding Bricks)
Parts: Classic

Thanks in advance.

Stuart

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Apr 5, 2021 18:44

Subject:

Re: What color is this gray?

Viewed:

28 times

Topic:

Colors

If you find any 2 x 4's in that shade of grey, let me know.

In Colors, gunga writes:

In a large box of loose LEGO, I came across several light gray pieces that I
can't identify the color of. They are from set 41154 and the only gray listed
in the inventory is LBG. The pieces in question are the 1x1 bricks as well as
the 1x2x5 bricks. For reference, the arch, 1x4, and 2x4 are light bluish gray.
The liftarm is very light bluish gray.

I know there is a variance in the light bluish gray, but this is a pretty dramatic
shade difference. And they ALL have the same shade, every 1x1 and 1x2x5. They
are LEGO pieces as I checked the studs and the logo is present.

Any ideas? Or have I overlooked something simple?

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Apr 3, 2021 12:59

Subject:

Re: what color is the 1x4 brick

Viewed:

22 times

Topic:

Colors

You can find early bricks without Lego logo on the studs but not often seen these
days, most have slots but not all.

The long side fill gate was used on a few odd moulds, usually test moulds I believe.

I have seen clone brands with the colour shown by OP.

In Colors, roguemjr writes:

If LEGO is not on the studs, then it is not a LEGO. I have never seen a part
that you cannot read LEGO on the studs. I have parts from bulk lots severely
worn, bitten, scratched up, and have never seen a part that you can't read
the logo on the studs.

As stated in other posts, the fact that the fill gate is on the long side of
the part is another sure sign that this is not LEGO.

In Colors, lmhansmangmail. writes:

I got an 1x4 brick but i cannot find the satisfying color in the catalog. I would
say it is either medium brown or dark nougat both do not exist in the catalog
can someone help with identifying the color

the other colors on the picture are reddish brown (left crate) medium nougat
(right crate) and dark orange (slope)

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Mar 16, 2021 04:02

Subject:

Re: Two Weeks?!

Viewed:

98 times

Topic:

Is there a list somewhere of items involved ?

Missed it if there is, this could be interesting.

In Catalog, Teup writes:

This is not a big deal for me personally as I am not currently selling here,
so I can plan it when I want.. but... really?!

The catalog changes are scheduled for April 1. That's only 2 weeks away.
I noticed that this is a DRAMATIC catalog update that will throw the entire store
upside down. Definitely won't be able to take my entire 1.2 million parts
store apart and piece it back together just casually within these next two weeks
between sorting orders. Especially moving all the wedges will be be fun puzzle.

Not gonna object against any changes, they seem alright to me. Except that there's
one change clearly missing from that list: Moving the 2x2 corner brick to Brick,
Modified.. (since plate and tile are there)

I hope this really was THE update everyone was waiting for, and now we're
satisfied..

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Mar 9, 2021 16:02

Subject:

Re: Do Samsonite LEGO sets count here?

Viewed:

34 times

Topic:

216-1 (Inv) 2 x 10 Bricks
5 Parts, 1958
Sets: Classic: Supplemental

See notes below image.

In Catalog, roguemjr writes:

One of my uncles was at a garage/estate sale some 20 years ago and found 2 "sealed"
of the attached samsonite LEGO sets. I say sealed because they are just closed
ends with nothing that really seals them. I did open to verify their contents
as gently as I could. Are these considered sale-able LEGO sets here? The set
number is listed as 216 for white bricks in various sizes. Its dimensions are
approximately 3in x 4in x 1in.

Best Regards,
Michael

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Feb 27, 2021 17:53

Subject:

Re: Duplo Mushroom

Viewed:

40 times

Topic:

Not sure what I'd do with them.

When there are so few I can see why some things are bunched together or if they
can be used to represent different items.

Don't know the category myself, I'll take a look.

In Catalog, The_RealRedHex writes:

Well, neither are parts like the treehouse which are in Duplo, plant too. Do
you think that the mushroom should be moved then? or just renamed to help with
category standardization.

In Catalog, Stuart9 writes:

Strictly speaking, mushrooms aren't plants.

In Catalog, The_RealRedHex writes:

Hello,
A while ago my change for

31219pb01 Duplo, Plant Mushroom, 2 x 2 Base with Black Spots Pattern
Parts: DUPLO, Plant

31219pb02 Duplo, Plant Mushroom, 2 x 2 Base with Yellow Geometric Pattern
Parts: DUPLO, Plant

Was rejected.

I requested to change the name to Duplo Plant Mushroom...Etc. And I'm not
sure why it was rejected; all others in the Duplo plant category have Duplo plant
in the name.
Anyone got an idea of why it was rejected or should I request it again.
All help is appreciated
Kind Regards,
Theo - The_RealRedHex

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Feb 27, 2021 17:41

Subject:

Re: Duplo Mushroom

Viewed:

33 times

Topic:

Strictly speaking, mushrooms aren't plants.

In Catalog, The_RealRedHex writes:

Hello,
A while ago my change for

31219pb01 Duplo, Plant Mushroom, 2 x 2 Base with Black Spots Pattern
Parts: DUPLO, Plant

31219pb02 Duplo, Plant Mushroom, 2 x 2 Base with Yellow Geometric Pattern
Parts: DUPLO, Plant

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Feb 15, 2021 13:08

Subject:

Re: Some sad news

Viewed:

91 times

Topic:

Sad news indeed.

A huge thank you from me for all that you, Hygrotus, have done and posted over
the years, you will certainly be missed regarding your contributions.

Hope to still see you on the forum.

In Catalog, Admin_Russell writes:

Dear BrickLink members,

On Friday we heard from Hygrotus, currently our longest serving catalog admin,
that he was relinquishing his position. This is for sure a setback for our team,
as he was an unequalled expert in many areas and was exceptionally diligent and
careful in his work.

We will certainly miss him, and we wish him the best for the future. You can
read his BrickLink story here:

https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1249971

The CEP admin page is not updated yet with this new information. We hope to finish
that by the end of the week.

As part of the regular course of building the Community Expert catalog admin
program, we were planning to add another admin to the team this Spring (Apr/May).
That continues to be our plan.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Feb 11, 2021 13:52

Subject:

Re: Some Marbled Finds

Viewed:

44 times

Topic:

Colors

Hi Maxx,

Got some ( not many ) 2 x 3's myself, I'll list mine when I find them.

In Colors, maxx3001 writes:

In Colors, par016 writes:

In Colors, maxx3001 writes:

In Colors, par016 writes:

Here are some marbled pieces I found in the last year or so and 1 short shot.

Pete

Always nice to see, did these come out of sets?

Love the orange plate

Maxx

The short shot came out of a set, the rest I found while sorting through Used
lots.

Nice!

I may be heading to your store soon Maxx, it's been too long since I indulged
and I see you got some new stuff

Yes, I am uploading some stuff again, cleaning my drawers

-Pete

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jan 25, 2021 19:40

Subject:

Re: (Cancelled)

Viewed:

44 times

Topic:

Inventories

From Eurobricks

In Inventories, Janettoe writes:

In Inventories, Janettoe writes:
This is Brick #4 and #5 and one stud showing from #6, the new brick.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jan 12, 2021 16:00

Subject:

Re: Color verification part 40378

Viewed:

33 times

Topic:

Looks like it comes in both.

A large number of sellers offering pearl light grey although it's not listed
in sets, not all of them will have listed them incorrectly.

Many items exist in colours not found in sets.

In Catalog, eBricksOnline writes:

Can someone confirm that this part comes only in flat silver... NOT Pearl Light
Gray? The parts we have look like pearl, not flat silver?

https://www.bricklink.com/v2/catalog/catalogitem.page?P=40378#T=P

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jan 6, 2021 09:20

Subject:

Re: We have a new Catalog Admin!

Viewed:

41 times

Topic:

Thumbs up.

In Catalog, Admin_Russell writes:

We have just promoted our Catalog Associate, StormChaser, to the Catalog Admin
position. This change will give him privileges on the inventories side of the
catalog while he retains the catalog side privileges.

Thank you, StormChaser, for your continued efforts to improve out catalog system!

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jan 4, 2021 06:43

Subject:

Re: Series 21 in Minifigures -- Thank you axaday!

Viewed:

39 times

Topic:

Can I add my thanks too.

In Catalog, axaday writes:

In Catalog, jennnifer writes:

I, for one, am very grateful for his contributions. It's a lot of work and
much appreciated.

I had a good teacher.

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Jan 2, 2021 15:17

Subject:

Re: Hollow heads

Viewed:

26 times

Topic:

3626cpb0505 Minifigure, Head Face Paint with Blue and White Painted Cheeks and Grin Pattern - Hollow Stud
Parts: Minifigure, Head

3626cpb0537 Minifigure, Head Black Angled Eyebrows, Dark Orange Chin Dimple, Open Mouth Smile with Top Teeth and Red Tongue Pattern - Hollow Stud
Parts: Minifigure, Head

[p3626cpb0460] doesn't seem to exist.

In Catalog, ForTheGirls writes:

Hello,

I need some help. I have 3 heads that I can find in the blocked open stud, but
I can't find the equivalent in the Hollow Stud. They are:

3626bpb0460
Minifigure, Head Glasses with Monocle on Chain and Bushy Dark Bluish Gray Eyebrows
and Moustache Pattern - Blocked Open Stud

3626bpb0505
Minifigure, Head Face Paint with Blue and White Painted Cheeks and Grin Pattern
- Blocked Open Stud

3626bpb0537
Minifigure, Head Male Raised Bushy Eyebrows, White Pupils, Chin Dimple Pattern
- Blocked Open Stud

I'm sorry, I don't know how to paste the pics into the forum. If someone
can give me the head numbers with the hollow stud version, I would appreciate
it.

Happy New Year!

Thanks,
MS Dale Kurtz
For The Girls

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Nov 26, 2020 16:01

Subject:

Re: Item

Viewed:

31 times

Topic:

bb1008 Watch Part, Case Attachment - Bezel Ring with Studs
Gear: Watch

In Catalog, popsicle writes:

In Catalog, Stuart9 writes:

Need s pic.

Or... the ultimate challenge for those that enjoy identifying parts here?

C'mon, you can do it!

In Catalog, Marlou writes:

Where can I find this ?

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Nov 26, 2020 13:47

Subject:

Re: Item

Viewed:

31 times

Topic:

Need s pic.

In Catalog, Marlou writes:

Where can I find this ?

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Nov 13, 2020 16:14

Subject:

Re: "Slotted" doors and windows - original?

Viewed:

27 times

Topic:

I'm going to correct myself here, there was more than one company doing copies,
one being bygg selv once thought to be a possible Lego piece and given the name
of x bricks or x clones until the real name was discovered.

In Catalog, Stuart9 writes:

Image 1 not Lego, Puwi.

In Catalog, normann1974 writes:

Hello

I'm looking into buying a lot of old doors and windows for slotted bricks.
A few of the parts are clearly

cwindow01 Window 1 x 6 x 4 Panorama, with Glass for Slotted Bricks
Parts: Classic

because I can see the LEGO logo
in the glass. But the others I'm unsure about. Especially one door (image#1)
has one side without pattern and a hole through it, and three red windows (image#2)
have glass which I belive they shouldn't have.

I've attached four images that show some of the parts in the lot.

Are there any experts in here that are able to judge if the parts appear to be
genuine LEGO parts?

/Jan

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Nov 13, 2020 15:54

Subject:

Re: "Slotted" doors and windows - original?

Viewed:

49 times

Topic:

I have a number of the Lego and Puwi versions which I might be able to find tomorrow.

I'll post images if I do dig them out which might help you decide.

In Catalog, normann1974 writes:

In Catalog, Stuart9 writes:

Image two looks suspect, need to see reverse, image three looks good, image four
look good too but reverse image may help with those as well.

What should I look for when checking reverse side (I don't have any images
currently).

/Jan

Author:

Stuart9

Posted:

Nov 13, 2020 15:38

Subject:

Re: "Slotted" doors and windows - original?

Viewed:

23 times

Topic: