Redisplay Messages: Compact | Brief | All | Full Show Messages: All | Without Replies| Author: | peregrinator  | | Posted: | Dec 24, 2022 15:38 | | Subject: | Re: "New, Sealed" item in store description query | | Viewed: | 45 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| In General, ghyde writes:
| | https://store.bricklink.com/sandpitcam?itemID=316227315#/shop?o={%22invID%22:%22316227315%22}
The above store has the above item for sale, and lists it as "New, Sealed",
however it states in the description the following:
Contents removed and rebadged in baggie, comes with all parts, accessories and
instructions
Is it allowed to state a set is "New, Sealed", if it has been removed
and rebadged in baggie?
I would not normally expect this to be listed as an actual "New, Sealed"
set, however, it's been a while since I've purchased anything on BrickLink
and the description of this item, to me, does not match it's condition.
If anyone can point out the relevant BrickLink policies that make this an actual
and valid listing, please enlighten me.
If this post belongs in a different topic please move it and notify me, if possible.
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I guess it should be "New, Complete" although even that is debatable
if the original foil package isn't included.
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 24, 2022 10:21 | | Subject: | Re: Customs in Italy? | | Viewed: | 43 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| In Selling, wildchicken13 writes:
| | The United States does have customs fees, but there is a certain threshold below
which customs fees do not apply. So, individuals generally do not need to worry
about paying customs fees, but large corporations such as the LEGO Group definitely
do.
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Ultimately the consumer will pay in any case - if a corporation has to pay fees
and taxes on their goods those will be passed on to the consumer in the form
of higher prices.
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 23, 2022 22:28 | | Subject: | Re: Customs in Italy? | | Viewed: | 48 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| In Selling, SDF_Bricks writes:
| | I wonder if TLG pays a 22% fee on all sets they import in the US ... hmmm ...
time to start my own company, any brave souls willing to join?
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They are not paying 22% but they are definitely paying customs fees because of
the volume they're importing - they might even have to pay dock fees. Of
course TLG isn't the "buyer" in this case.
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 23, 2022 20:30 | | Subject: | Re: Boba Fett sw0107 Graded 93.3 Sealed Value? | | Viewed: | 68 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| Thus far I've read in the forum:
(1) it's better to store minifigs with the hips off since leaving them on
can cause the torso to crack, and
(2) it's better to sell new minifigures assembled since the torsos can crack
when the legs are put on
In General, rab1234 writes:
| | I keep seeing people say that torsos crack from legs being kept inserted. Personally
I’ve had hundreds of heavily played with figs from 1980 to early 90s that were
then stored in a variety of attics and basements for the next 30 years and none
of them developed cracks in the torsos from legs being left in. My experience
tells me that it’s the removal and swapping of arms that is far more likely to
cause damage. That being said, I didn’t have any figs from mid 90s to about 2015
and plastics could be different (like reddish brown and dark reds from around
2010). None of my display figs or kids’ figs from around 2015 onward have developed
cracks either.
In General, Elkenwood writes:
| | In General, liger99 writes:
| | Hi All - I sent in one of my Boba Fetts for grading as a test case and just received
it back. The few that I have sold were always questioned if it was authentic,
so I decided to try grading. It graded at 90+ (93.3), which I'm happy with
as the helmet is a little off.
I'm unsure if I'm going to sell it, but I'm curious about the value
now. Any thoughts on the list price if I was to list it? I also have Cloud
City Lando (92.1) and Luke (93.8).
Thanks, Liger99
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I'm wondering if this will actually preserve the figure.
Generally it's better to store with hips off since side cracking usually
forms from pressure of the legs being pressed onto the torso.
Shouldn't be an issue, but abs plastic does off-gas as well, many years after
production. Though I've personally had no issue with parts sealed in air-tight
bags for decades.
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 23, 2022 15:20 | | Subject: | Re: Mustard gang strikes again | | Viewed: | 43 times | | Topic: | Off Topic | |
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| In Off Topic, Nubs_Select writes:
| | When will the violence end
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you definitely don't want to mess with les moutardins
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 23, 2022 11:51 | | Subject: | Re: Stores in China | | Viewed: | 26 times | | Topic: | Buying | |
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| In Buying, Nubs_Select writes:
| | In Buying, ImperialFleet writes:
| | Actually the funny part is they used the wrong head mould. They used blocked
open stud instead of hollow which is why we have 2. And yes it was proven that
someone had used the machines after certain times of production. Maybe it was
a video not an article....
MBA
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How would the use the wrong head type since he is already know to come with both
types? Other head types weren’t in production back then I’m pretty sure
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Yeah, IIRC, 2012 is around the time the switch from 'b' to 'c'
was made so it shouldn't be surprising that a minifigure from 2012 could
be found with both types.
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 23, 2022 11:40 | | Subject: | Re: Customs in Italy? | | Viewed: | 31 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| In Selling, yorbrick writes:
| | While the buyer is responsible for knowing about it and paying them, you have
cost them about an extra 17 euros because you inflated the value. They might
well refuse it because of that or want compensation from you. You should have
insured it for 320 euro, the price paid.
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Ah, yes, if $400 was written on the customs form instead of $320, then the seller
is responsible for the higher fees there and should refund the buyer for that
at the very least.
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 23, 2022 11:36 | | Subject: | Re: Customs in Italy? | | Viewed: | 33 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| In Selling, jennnifer writes:
| | It seems pretty normal for customs fees. You are only responsible for the postage
and for providing the correct documentation. I don't know if the process
is any more or less expensive with UPS via USPS.
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UPS is notorious for their brokerage fees
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 23, 2022 10:16 | | Subject: | Re: Customs in Italy? | | Viewed: | 37 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| In Selling, SDF_Bricks writes:
| | I just got a text from UPS this morning to pay the duty fees. So, to recap, here
is what I have:
1. Purchase value: $320
2. Shipping: $70
3. Insured Value: $400 (next available same item on Bricklink)
4. VAT: 3.30 Euros
5. Brokerage: 15.00 Euros
6. Government Charges: 107.45 Euros
Total Due: 125.75 Euros
This is totally ludicrous ... The buyer is not too happy, and neither am I.
Any way around this?
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I guess you got a text because you used your phone number and not the buyer's
when filling out the customs form? The customs fees are the buyer's responsibility.
If I were in your shoes I would offer to pay the brokerage fee and VAT on the
brokerage (that's the VAT charge you see above - 22% of 15 euro is 3.30).
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 23, 2022 09:25 | | Subject: | Re: Is this a custom minifig, if so, it is good | | Viewed: | 62 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| In Help, sonofagunk writes:
| | I think someone took real legos and painted on them
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This is not at all uncommon
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 22, 2022 20:54 | | Subject: | Re: Stores in China | | Viewed: | 42 times | | Topic: | Buying | |
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| In Buying, Nubs_Select writes:
| | the only one that's a real concern, for the most part, is the Mexico factory.
that place needs some serious action done by the lego and some legal action done
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I wonder what will happen once the Virginia factory is up and running
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 22, 2022 20:49 | | Subject: | Re: Stores in China | | Viewed: | 44 times | | Topic: | Buying | |
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| In Buying, 1001bricks writes:
| | | | [...] which is what makes me question how they acquire them
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Grrrr - Who woke up Big Brother???
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 22, 2022 19:56 | | Subject: | Re: Customs in Italy? | | Viewed: | 37 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| In Selling, wildchicken13 writes:
| | In Selling, SDF_Bricks writes:
| | I sold an item to a customer in Italy, and now UPS is asking him to provide a
lot of documentation, and naturally he is concerned if he has to pay customs.
The item's list value is $400 (also on insurance).
DO European buyers need to pay customs for goods purchased overseas?
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Italy does have customs, such as greeting close friends with a light kiss on
either cheek.
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There is also the feast of the seven fishes, but an Italian friend of mine tells
me that's actually an Italian-American custom
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 22, 2022 17:51 | | Subject: | Re: Funds not sent to Seller | | Viewed: | 26 times | | Topic: | Problem Order | |
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| In Problem Order, Parkegc writes:
| | I placed an order and paid at the same time. I have the invoice & it was marked
as PAID immediately.
The seller is claiming they did not receive the funds from Bricklink as their
account was inactive at the time. They have therefore not dispatched my items.
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Do you mean PayPal, above? BrickLink doesn't handle funds at all.
| | If the seller does not dispatch my order, do I have to wait 2 weeks to cancel
the order?
Will my refund be automatic?
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You have to wait 2 weeks for the NSS to complete but there's nothing stopping
you from filing a PayPal claim (assuming that's how you paid). In fact you
should do just this.
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 22, 2022 16:15 | | Subject: | Re: Buyer claims mising parts, but I know I shipp | | Viewed: | 53 times | | Topic: | Problem Order | |
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| In Problem Order, ccroxton writes:
| | In Problem Order, Nubs_Select writes:
| | there's always the possibility that the part got lost in shipping (no matter
how well it was packed) or lost when the package was opened. I've had
it before that a part I clearly remember shipping and was a physically larger
part as well but was only like .30 on a $20 or so order the buyer couldn't
find it anywhere so I refunded the part and moved on. unless the buyer is specifically
trying to get a refund for a higher $ part it's quite likely there isn't
any ill intent so it's probably just best to refund the part and move on
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He is asking for $5 for $1.80, and opened a PayPal dispute. Seems rather extreme
to me?
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The refund is reasonable - $1.80 in parts plus $3.20 partial shipping. PayPal
dispute seems a bit unreasonable though, depending.
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 22, 2022 15:28 | | Subject: | Re: 88009 vs bb0892c01 | | Viewed: | 33 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| In Help, jennnifer writes:
| | In Help, adidas_guy71 writes:
| | Are these items the same?
If no, what are the differences? I'm trying to get a power supply for sons
train and there are limited items of:88009 but seems to be lots of bb0892c01
and I'm just looking to see what the difference is.
Thanks in advance.
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Is a set that contains only this part:
which also comes in 7 other sets.
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Importantly, the train motor and light also come as sets and separate parts as
well.
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 22, 2022 12:08 | | Subject: | Re: Customs in Italy? | | Viewed: | 68 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| In Selling, SylvainLS writes:
| | In Selling, SDF_Bricks writes:
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20% is a HUGE markup ... this will kill foreign trade 
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It has been this way for decades (it’s a requirement to enter EEC/EU).
Before the IOSS scheme of 2021, it was even more expensive as you had to pay
the brokerage fee for packages between €22 and €150 too.
Thas is,
before 2021: 0-22 = free, 22-150 = VAT + fee, 150+ = duty + VAT + fee
now: 0-150 = VAT, no fee, 150+ = duty + VAT + fee
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What can be worse about it now is that buyers can be double-charged for VAT if
the IOSS number isn't sent correctly by the seller or received correctly
by the destination country
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 22, 2022 12:04 | | Subject: | Re: Customs in Italy? | | Viewed: | 39 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| In Selling, SDF_Bricks writes:
| | In Selling, SDF_Bricks writes:
| | I sold an item to a customer in Italy, and now UPS is asking him to provide a
lot of documentation, and naturally he is concerned if he has to pay customs.
The item's list value is $400 (also on insurance).
DO European buyers need to pay customs for goods purchased overseas?
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20% is a HUGE markup ... this will kill foreign trade
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It's not a new thing
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 22, 2022 11:53 | | Subject: | Re: Customs in Italy? | | Viewed: | 48 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| In Selling, SDF_Bricks writes:
| | I sold an item to a customer in Italy, and now UPS is asking him to provide a
lot of documentation, and naturally he is concerned if he has to pay customs.
The item's list value is $400 (also on insurance).
DO European buyers need to pay customs for goods purchased overseas?
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They have to pay VAT, which BrickLink will automatically collect if the value
is under 150 euro.
I don't know how UPS works in Europe but in Canada they have very high brokerage
fees in addition to customs fees (that is, they charge you an additional fee
for acting as the broker in paying customs). I would avoid using them for international
packages.
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 22, 2022 11:45 | | Subject: | Re: Sweet Little Bricks 1M Pieces and counting | | Viewed: | 26 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| In Selling, Nubs_Select writes:
| | In Selling, yorbrick writes:
| | In Selling, 1001bricks writes:
| | In Selling, SweetLBricks writes:
| | Almost 1 million new pieces in store, more added every week! In the process of
adding almost 500,000 used pieces starting with plates. Add us to your favorites
to see what we add next!
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1M pieces in a few months: it took us a few years.
Times are changing.
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You can get to 1M parts for a £20k investment now, and that is at LEGO's
full RRP. Selling those parts is the hard part!
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Indeed! Variety is a key part of it! And for basic/common parts you need lots
and lots of variety to sell it
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BRB buying 85 copies of the World Map
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 22, 2022 09:01 | | Subject: | Re: Inventory Change Request for Set 1974-2 | | Viewed: | 22 times | | Topic: | Inventories Requests | |
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| In Inventories Requests, axaday writes:
| | From an auction. I can't see Trans-Red in the picture.
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 21, 2022 14:23 | | Subject: | Re: Marked as shipped | | Viewed: | 43 times | | Topic: | Shipping | |
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| In Shipping, ihave36paws writes:
| | I try not to complain about things but I was wondering if it bothers anyone else
when Sellers send you a message with your tracking number and say that your order
has shipped, only to find our that it has not shipped but they have only printed
the shipping label.
You might have to go back several times to find out if it really shipped.
Just asking.
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It doesn't bother me that other sellers do it (within reason) though I myself
don't do it on BrickLink (I don't mark it as Shipped until the day it's
sent). But if you use integrated shipping with i.e. eBay or Etsy they'll
100% mark the order as Shipped/Completed once the label is created.
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 21, 2022 11:38 | | Subject: | Re: For sw0112 Collectors out there... | | Viewed: | 44 times | | Topic: | Catalog | |
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| In Catalog, par016 writes:
| | In Catalog, peregrinator writes:
| | In Catalog, par016 writes:
| | - I began digging into this a bit more and received information from the original
submitter of the figure that confirmed a suspicion of mine: When they took the
photo, they just took it of a minifigure they had assembled in that set without
looking up what the instructions had assembled.
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Great info! But what I don't get is - why are the hands and head yellow in
the rogue minifig?
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That's the one question I still have myself. The original submitter may
have grabbed a minifigure from a different set by accident and put the parka/hood
on, I'm really not sure. Regardless, there is no set that contains a yellow
headed Solo with a parka/hood. The catalog submissions were a little more lax
back then, which is probably how it initially got through.
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There also is not, as far as I could tell, a torso assembly with that torso and
yellow hands - that is the primary reason for my question. So it seems the original
submitter must have taken the light nougat hands off the torso assembly and put
yellow hands on it.
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 21, 2022 10:33 | | Subject: | Re: For sw0112 Collectors out there... | | Viewed: | 40 times | | Topic: | Catalog | |
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| In Catalog, par016 writes:
| | - I began digging into this a bit more and received information from the original
submitter of the figure that confirmed a suspicion of mine: When they took the
photo, they just took it of a minifigure they had assembled in that set without
looking up what the instructions had assembled.
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Great info! But what I don't get is - why are the hands and head yellow in
the rogue minifig?
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| Author: | peregrinator | | Posted: | Dec 21, 2022 10:10 | | Subject: | Re: Which, if any, are Lego? | | Viewed: | 45 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| In Help, LeeGo73 writes:
| | The trans-red could be . The trans-red is mentioned as color in the
catalog, but could be wrong.
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The Lego version of that part has open studs, not the hollow studs shown in the
picture.
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