Redisplay Messages: Compact | Brief | All | Full Show Messages: All | Without Replies| Author: | popsicle  | | Posted: | Nov 22, 2021 14:26 | | Subject: | Re: "Technical Problem" - No Checkout possible! | | Viewed: | 94 times | | Topic: | Technical Issues | |
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| In Technical Issues, Toemmes writes:
| | Hello everyone,
I'm trying to check out an order since yesterday evening (MESZ, GMT+1, Germany).
I always get the message "Technical Problem". I've shut off my add-blocker,
i've deleted the whole card and tried again - no effect at all!
Does anybody know this and have a hint for me?
Thx a lot!
Thomas
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Have a gander, Thomas: https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1315035
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 22, 2021 12:14 | | Subject: | Re: Lost packages: is this coincidence or... ??? | | Viewed: | 89 times | | Topic: | Buying | |
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| In Buying, Leftoverbricks writes:
| | Over the past four months (July-October) I placed 48 orders from which 10 outside
my own country. From those 10 orders, 2 orders were lost in the mail. That is
20% of orders lost!
Both had tracking, both last scans were somewhere at the customs in Amsterdam,
then nothing after that.
One was from Thailand, the other one from Germany (which shouldn't have make
it to the customs anyway since Germany is EU).
The sellers and I did everything possible so far to connect with the shipping
companies and Postnl, but to no avail. (I like to emphasize that I had no problems
with the sellers involved in the transactions, they were great!)
Packages get lost every time but 20% as in my case is exceptional.
It's getting stranger however.
Both orders were for VERY VERY VERY rare parts. Parts that seldom appear in a
shop because they were only in one set.
To prove this I include two screenshots from the price guide which show the rareness
of the parts I've ordered. The blue dot is me. As you can see the parts are
indeed very rare and pricey. None of the two are available in any shop in the
world.
I'm not paranoid (at least I hope I'm not) but the very coincidence of
ordering two very rare parts on BL that both were lost at Amsterdam customs makes
me think that there's more going on here.
Martin
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For efficacious answers/opinions, more frame of reference would be great, i.e.
specific timelines? Unless what you're really asking is to be psychoanalyze
But no, you’re not overly paranoid. That’s how our mind fundamentally processes
thought. How we reason through concepts such as the "coincidence" which is especially
difficult for our minds to accept.
That you posted about it shows that much, imho.
really enjoy your posts, btw.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 22, 2021 10:36 | | Subject: | Re: Orders not going through???? | | Viewed: | 78 times | | Topic: | Announce | |
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| In Announce, George_Lucy writes:
| | Trying to buy but keep getting technical error warning not sure what is going on.
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Got the same yesterday with a few attempts to spread funds around.
Which in retrospect is unfortunate for the selling-members I was to bolster,
though just as well for me.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 21, 2021 22:15 | | Subject: | Re: Just curious... | | Viewed: | 49 times | | Topic: | Catalog | |
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| In Catalog, popsicle writes:
| | In Catalog, crazylegoman writes:
| | In Catalog, popsicle writes:
| | I'm contemplating the listing of our older stock. Considering the volume,
I'm delving back into BL SW catalog some, digging around. Doing so, I've
stumbled across what seems to be a few anomalies, or not? Just don't know
anymore 
For example: why was the Star Wars #1 (Sith Minifigure Pack) of all of the Star
Wars Minifigure Packs of that year (#1 thru #4) assigned the non-specific, generic
subcategory that is Star Wars Other?
I’m sure there’s an obvious and valid reason that just eludes me right now, as
per usual
Thanks in advance
-popsicle
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It's because that MF pack is the only one where the MF's span different
movies. The other packs have sets of 3 who appear in the same movie.
David
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Thanks, David.
That doesn't quite jive, though. If it's movie assignments for the cataloging,
two of the sets are assigned to the subcategory Star Wars Episode 4/5/6
https://www.bricklink.com/catalogList.asp?catType=S&catString=65.258
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Okay, I think I understand the logic now. Thanks.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 21, 2021 21:43 | | Subject: | Re: Just curious... | | Viewed: | 61 times | | Topic: | Catalog | |
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| In Catalog, crazylegoman writes:
| | In Catalog, popsicle writes:
| | I'm contemplating the listing of our older stock. Considering the volume,
I'm delving back into BL SW catalog some, digging around. Doing so, I've
stumbled across what seems to be a few anomalies, or not? Just don't know
anymore
For example: why was the Star Wars #1 (Sith Minifigure Pack) of all of the Star
Wars Minifigure Packs of that year (#1 thru #4) assigned the non-specific, generic
subcategory that is Star Wars Other?
I’m sure there’s an obvious and valid reason that just eludes me right now, as
per usual
Thanks in advance
-popsicle
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It's because that MF pack is the only one where the MF's span different
movies. The other packs have sets of 3 who appear in the same movie.
David
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Thanks, David.
That doesn't quite jive, though. If it's movie assignments for the cataloging,
two of the sets are assigned to the subcategory Star Wars Episode 4/5/6
https://www.bricklink.com/catalogList.asp?catType=S&catString=65.258
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 21, 2021 10:50 | | Subject: | Re: Profile, nickname | | Viewed: | 62 times | | Topic: | Technical Issues | |
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| In Technical Issues, sonntagskindlei writes:
| | Hello! Connected logical bugs:
- When registering for a new account, the length of the user name isn't limited,
in my case I entered sonntagskindlein
- Later, in my profile I saw it has been truncated to sonntagskindlei, which
is 15 letters (???) and it wouldn't let me add the "n" again, so I wanted
to change it to the next shorter version sonntagskind, but didn't enter my
password, so the system refused the change
- After I typed the shorter name again plus entered my password, it refused the
change again saying I could only change the name once in 30 days.
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That is something that needs addressing, imho. The truncated name is not what
you applied for and should be perceived as a failed application or unsuccessful
username change. The terms of service do not specify username change attempts
within the 30 day period.
Years ago, there existed another issue with username applications, in that unused
or formerly registered usernames (including names never really used, if applied
for and then changed before settling on another) All would remain within the
system, seemingly in perpetuity. In a sense as active usernames never to be allowed
reuse by anyone again.
Don’t know if it’s still the case (been "popsicle" for 10 years now) or even
if it was initially by design. I always viewed it as a glitch, though.
-popsicle (hopefully)
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 20, 2021 14:15 | | Subject: | Re: How do you make minifigure sit? | | Viewed: | 72 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| In Help, Mr_Rofl writes:
| | Be careful with witty remarks or you'll end up in the comic again.
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Really?
A sad and pathetic way to live one's life, concerned about such things. Wouldn't
you say?
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In Help, popsicle writes:
| | With a treat?
Now if you were to make them to roll over and play dead, that would be impressive
In case it's an earnest question: The "standard" minifig, being absent knees,
can only sit straight-legged. Some not having hips, are unable to even do that.
They can only "roll over and play dead" 
Either way, it's a fun question!
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 20, 2021 11:32 | | Subject: | Re: Minifig Entries - How long is too long? | | Viewed: | 191 times | | Topic: | Catalog | |
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| Seems reasonable to me. I've shared the same thoughts (minus any concern
of competition, that is) that TLG should invest more towards this effort. Investment
in some manner, either personnel that will facilitate correct set-inventory uploads
in a timely manner, or at least hand over the needed proprietary info to folks
here (paid or volunteers) ahead of the set's global-availability. To be uploaded
and made ready for sales sooner rather than later, on what is a LEGO owned site.
Not to mention, any benefits the simple knowledge of it being "the official"
inventory, would bring to the site more broadly.
-popsicle
In Catalog, infinibrix writes:
| | I know people are gonna say it comes down to people contributing but at this
stage should'nt Lego themselves be having a more active role in providing
the required catalog entries and less reliant on a handful of contributors. Even
popular Star Wars sets from way back in June are still awaiting minifig entries?:-
Meanwhile Brickowl added entries for these minifigures months ago and so if you
can't buy or sell the parts here you have to do so elsewhere thereby falling
into the hands of the main competitor site!
Surely Bricklink (the now official Lego marketplace) should'nt be trailing
behind Brickowl is this regards?
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 20, 2021 01:48 | | Subject: | Re: How do you make minifigure sit? | | Viewed: | 42 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| In Help, popsicle writes:
| | With a treat?
Now if you were to make them to roll over and play dead, that would be impressive
In case it's an earnest question: The "standard" minifig, being absent knees,
can only sit straight-legged. Some not having hips, are unable to even do that.
They can only "roll over and play dead"
Either way, it's a fun question!
-popsicle
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I'm a bit slow. I just realized your question may be in reference to Studio.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 19, 2021 17:26 | | Subject: | Re: How do you make minifigure sit? | | Viewed: | 79 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| With a treat?
Now if you were to make them to roll over and play dead, that would be impressive
In case it's an earnest question: The "standard" minifig, being absent knees,
can only sit straight-legged. Some not having hips, are unable to even do that.
They can only "roll over and play dead"
Either way, it's a fun question!
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 18, 2021 12:48 | | Subject: | Re: Cad Bane 3D Mosaic MOC | | Viewed: | 40 times | | Topic: | My Own Creation | |
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| In My Own Creation, par016 writes:
| | In My Own Creation, popsicle writes:
| | In My Own Creation, par016 writes:
| | Thought I'd share my most recent MOC of one of my favorite Star Wars characters.
An interpretation of a mosaic using 3 layers and a mixture of tiles, round tiles,
round plates, a few others to give it a 3D textured look.
The first two pictures are renders from Studio and the third picture is the completed
model.
-Pete
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Sure, a CAD of Cad
Very cool rendering of the Villain, Pete. Though it leaves me wondering why the
character is a favorite of yours?
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What's not to love about Cad Bane? A very well done villain character design.
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There are many SW characters to "love" as you put it. What's "well done"
specifically, about this character's design in Pete's view?
Simply curious how others see things.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 18, 2021 11:18 | | Subject: | Re: Scan of the month | | Viewed: | 62 times | | Topic: | Off Topic | |
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| In Off Topic, qwertyboy writes:
| | Always wanted to know what the insides of a fire fighter looks like?
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Kind of what I expected to see: deep blue (as in hero).
A fun idea, Niek!
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 18, 2021 11:12 | | Subject: | Re: Cad Bane 3D Mosaic MOC | | Viewed: | 49 times | | Topic: | My Own Creation | |
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| In My Own Creation, par016 writes:
| | Thought I'd share my most recent MOC of one of my favorite Star Wars characters.
An interpretation of a mosaic using 3 layers and a mixture of tiles, round tiles,
round plates, a few others to give it a 3D textured look.
The first two pictures are renders from Studio and the third picture is the completed
model.
-Pete
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Sure, a CAD of Cad
Very cool rendering of the Villain, Pete. Though it leaves me wondering why the
character is a favorite of yours?
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 17, 2021 15:28 | | Subject: | Re: Set 75221 - Imperial Landing Craft | | Viewed: | 37 times | | Topic: | Sales | |
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| In Sales, J.EliasFlores writes:
| | In Sales, popsicle writes:
| | In Sales, J.EliasFlores writes:
| | Hola, saludos a todos.
Les escribimos nuevamente para saludarlos y notificarles que acabamos de subir
a inventario 624 piezas nuevas correspondientes al set 75221 - Imperial Landing Craft. Ojalá que las piezas les interesen y recuerden que son completamente nuevas y que están
a un precio de 10% por abajo del actual precio de venta promedio.
Gracias y nos vemos pronto.
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(Took liberties with your advertisment. Hope you don't mind)
Greetings!
We've just uploaded the 75221 Imperial Landing Craft set's inventory
to our store.
All 624 parts are new & priced @ 10% below the “Current Items For Sale Average”
Thanks and hope to see you soon. Who knows, you might just find some of those
parts you’ve been looking for!
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Wow, thanks a lot! My english is not good enough, for sure
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You're English is far better than my Spanish. You're doing fine.
| | and I really appreciate your help.
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Good to hear, thank you.
| | (And I really like the liberties "you took" XD)
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Kind of the response I was looking to get from my last date 
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 17, 2021 14:18 | | Subject: | Re: Set 75221 - Imperial Landing Craft | | Viewed: | 62 times | | Topic: | Sales | |
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| In Sales, J.EliasFlores writes:
| | Hola, saludos a todos.
Les escribimos nuevamente para saludarlos y notificarles que acabamos de subir
a inventario 624 piezas nuevas correspondientes al set 75221 - Imperial Landing Craft. Ojalá que las piezas les interesen y recuerden que son completamente nuevas y que están
a un precio de 10% por abajo del actual precio de venta promedio.
Gracias y nos vemos pronto.
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(Took liberties with your advertisment. Hope you don't mind)
Greetings!
We've just uploaded the 75221 Imperial Landing Craft set's inventory
to our store.
All 624 parts are new & priced @ 10% below the “Current Items For Sale Average”
Thanks and hope to see you soon. Who knows, you might just find some of those
parts you’ve been looking for!
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 17, 2021 12:44 | | Subject: | Re: how long is a terrible shop allowed to sell | | Viewed: | 104 times | | Topic: | Buying | |
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| In Buying, SylvainLS writes:
| | In Buying, firestar246 writes:
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Wow... In my opinion, someone who has buyer privileges revoked shouldn't
be able to also run a store. If he can't be trusted to pay for orders, why
should he be trusted to ship some out?
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Yes, it’s strange it’s not automatic, especially as a seller account is an “upgrade”
on a buyer account.
“You are forbidden to walk but you still can run!”
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Good analogy.
Tony Stark philosophy? https://youtu.be/1VrHeInDwwg?t=62
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 17, 2021 11:18 | | Subject: | Re: Buying Stickers | | Viewed: | 36 times | | Topic: | Buying | |
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| In Buying, DevilGrub writes:
| | Hi! New to the site, so this is sure to be a common question but how do I search
and purchase replacement stickers?
Am sure this has been posted before, but can't see a simple answer! Many
thanks in advance,
Regards
Stephen
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As there are currently over 3700 types of sticker sheets in the BL catalog, it
might be easiest to simply plug-in the corresponding set number for the given
sticker. Then (at the top of the page) hit under “Item Consists Of" the
"Parts" activelink; the sticker sheet will be among the first items listed
in that inventory.
You can then click on the item that takes you to the "Items For Sale"
page, or you can add the sticker sheet to your "Want List" for more collective
purchasing.
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 17, 2021 10:03 | | Subject: | Re: Collection of vehicles in lot | | Viewed: | 43 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| In General, Stuart9 writes:
| | Found these in a box.
Obviously from or inspired by Indiana Jones sets, seems to be some customisation.
However the partial tank appears to be fully custom.
Does anyone recognise this as a custom build sold by anyone or does it appear
to be the creation of the seller.
No idea what happened to the barrel.
The tank has decals that include a swastika on the back of the turret which clearly
are custom.
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The Swastika or Iron Cross (used by Nazi Germany 1933-1945)?
... as found in Indiana Jones Lego
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 17, 2021 09:39 | | Subject: | Re: Are these Lego? | | Viewed: | 47 times | | Topic: | Catalog Identification | |
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| In Catalog Identification, Vegitt writes:
| | Found these in a bulk purchase but cant locate in the catalog. Anyone know what
they are or if they are even Lego items?
Thanks
Dan
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Have a look at that branch of the catalog tree, Dan. Catalog ID #162
https://www.bricklink.com/catalogList.asp?catType=P&catString=162
Don't see them, myself.
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 17, 2021 09:20 | | Subject: | Re: Stripe does not want me to sell LEGO Star War | | Viewed: | 95 times | | Topic: | Payment Methods | |
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| In Payment Methods, alexbinary writes:
| | Today I got an email from Stripe, which I use to accept payment with credit card on my BrickLink store. They say my activity does not comply with their terms of service. I asked more details, and they said I sell LEGO branded items, and more especially LEGO Star Wars, which to them falls in the category of "Counterfeit or unauthorized goods" They say they will close my Stripe account unless I provide invoices or some kind of authorization.
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https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1221635
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Has this happened to anyone else?
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To many others, as illustrated in the forum over the last year or so.
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 16, 2021 11:36 | | Subject: | Re: We have contest winner! | | Viewed: | 38 times | | Topic: | Contests | |
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| In Contests, Biglesdug writes:
| | Congrats, I clearly wouldn't have guessed (as my guesses prove!) there was
124 packs of cards!
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This type of item was extra difficult to discern the amount of, when in the vase.
They sandwich together in stacks that look like single packs, even when poured
out to view.
I've placed the entire lot back into our store for sale, 124 minus two; one
for the winner and the other as a gift for a friend, 122 total.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 15, 2021 21:39 | | Subject: | Re: Need help building working LEGO Colonoscope | | Viewed: | 48 times | | Topic: | New Sets | |
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| In New Sets, JBNoBaby writes:
| | Colorectal Cancer Awareness month occurs every March - I am interested in building
a lifesize, moving Lego colonoscope. This would be a creative, newsworthy novelty
and would help get the word out about colonoscopy and colon cancer screening.
I'm looking to build a lifesize, moveable Lego colonoscope and need your
help!
While I am good at playing Legos with my kids and building sets but moving parts
is beyond my paygrade! Please let me know if this is something that you would
be willing to partner with me on. It could help raise awareness about colon
cancer screening and help save lives!
Here is a link from one of the major colonoscope manufactures on standard controls
on colonoscopes:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IG6H-VhRiek
Thanks for your consideration!
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Interesting project.
Colonoscopies are not merely valuable early detection procedures for colon cancer,
but for other more common autoimmune disorders such as ulcerative colitis and
crohn's disease. Both can be diagnosed as severe and life theatening. Certainly
life altering as well.
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 15, 2021 19:22 | | Subject: | Re: (Cancelled) | | Viewed: | 39 times | | Topic: | Contests | |
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| In Contests, popsicle writes:
Contest is called. We have a winner.
Thank you all, for participating.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 15, 2021 18:17 | | Subject: | Re: Your next contest! | | Viewed: | 30 times | | Topic: | Contests | |
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| In Contests, legomalego writes:
| | Some people seem to be making a guess..... then cancel it..... then make another
guess all within a span of a couple hours.
Is this a 'legal' way to get around the one guess per day rule?
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It's fine, Derek.
I invite all to go ahead and take another swing at it today: https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1313910
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 14, 2021 16:50 | | Subject: | Re: Contest bump with a clue | | Viewed: | 37 times | | Topic: | Announce | |
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| In Announce, macebobo writes:
| | In Announce, popsicle writes:
Why not CLue with bUMPS, or CLUMPS
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Even better! CLUMP - clue/bump
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 14, 2021 16:28 | | Subject: | Re: A funny observation | | Viewed: | 60 times | | Topic: | Feedback | |
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| In Feedback, rab1234 writes:
| | I hadn’t really paid attention to mine, but I happen to be at 664. Want to buy
from me twice? 😀
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Get some more "new" inventory, I'll drop some coin with you
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In Feedback, popsicle writes:
| | In Feedback, lotsofbricks1 writes:
| | Thanks for the FB. You must not be a superstitious person. I wonder how long
I'll have 666 as my number LOL.
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I really enjoy being a part of significant feedback numbers, milestones. Don't
know why, just that it's well worth the $38 spent
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 14, 2021 16:18 | | Subject: | Re: Contest bump with a clue | | Viewed: | 38 times | | Topic: | Announce | |
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| In Announce, jbroman writes:
| | In Announce, popsicle writes:
Are you sure it wasn't 1.64 percent?
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Not sure about much of anything, Johan.
Though, given your current 777 feedback number of enlightenment, think I'll
go with your take on it
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 14, 2021 14:13 | | Subject: | Re: Blue border around image | | Viewed: | 49 times | | Topic: | Technical Issues | |
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| In Technical Issues, randyf writes:
| | In Technical Issues, Roxyncz writes:
| | In Technical Issues, randyf writes:
| | In Technical Issues, Roxyncz writes:
| | In Technical Issues, SylvainLS writes:
| | In Technical Issues, Roxyncz writes:
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| | Did you already try this?
style="border:0; text-decoration:none; outline:none"
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yes i tried 
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Even with “important!”?
Maybe BL cleans the HTML to prevent tricks?
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here BL writes this: (image)
but when I copy their code, there is still a blue border. Their picture + link
to BL but with a blue border
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At this point, I think we would need to see what styles are being applied to
the image element, the anchor element around that, and the paragraph element
around that. You would need to use the developer tools in the browser to access
this stuff. That is the only way to see what styles are being cascaded down to
those specific elements.
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I do not understand it at all. : D blue borders will stay in my store
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I went into your store and looked at the code. The style for the border is being
cascaded down from a BrickLink stylesheet. This will work:
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Well done, Randy!
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 13, 2021 21:39 | | Subject: | Re: Comprar | | Viewed: | 29 times | | Topic: | Buying | |
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| In Buying, dguajardo writes:
| | Hola grupo, tengo la duda de como comprar varias partes, ya que al seleccionar
un vendedor este no tiene vende todas las fichas por lo tanto tengo que eligir
a otro vendedor de otro pais lo cual ya el valor de envio sera diferente. Mi
pregunta es si existe la forma de comprar todo lo qye uno necesita a un solo
vendedor, hay un opcion de comprar asi o solo puedo comprar en función de lo
que tenga cada vendedor disponible.
Saludos comunidad.
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Unfortunately, the want-list feature does not allow for that. There are parameters/filters
that will narrow the effort some, but not entirely. To be able to buy all, or
most from one seller, would be the optimal goal.
But I'm sure others that are more knowledgable of the buying experience will
chime-in with further, perhaps better help.
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 13, 2021 20:16 | | Subject: | Re: Minifigures you would like Lego to issue. | | Viewed: | 96 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| In Suggestions, dearlydeparted writes:
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Totally agree. For those out there contemplating marriage, never marry anyone
who does not love cats. Those people are very bad choices.
John P
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Funny you should say that, I think unknowingly that was a criteria for me. If
the guy I dated hated my cat, he was out pretty fast.
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To love the woman is to love her pussycat. Makes sense to me.
Haven't met one that I've not at least tried to love
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 13, 2021 18:52 | | Subject: | Re: What parts are people interested in? | | Viewed: | 83 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| In Selling, WakkWakkWakk writes:
| | Hi, I was just wondering what parts people are interested in to buy. Thanks
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https://www.bricklink.com/catalogStats.asp
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 12, 2021 19:25 | | Subject: | Re: Your next contest! | | Viewed: | 31 times | | Topic: | Contests | |
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| In Contests, stearns writes:
| | Yay, finally I can join in the fun! Thanks popsicle, I enjoyed watching the previous
ones from afar already!
56!
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https://youtu.be/aboZctrHfK8?t=88
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 12, 2021 10:58 | | Subject: | Re: Cape Colors | | Viewed: | 34 times | | Topic: | Colors | |
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| In Colors, cosmicray writes:
| | In Colors, popsicle writes:
| | In Colors, mike1burns writes:
| | Can anyone help identify these cape colors? I know the picture is going to make
it hard to identify, but I have four different shades of purple going on here.
Cape #3 is most likely Dark Purple but options for the other capes would be light
purple, purple, or violet.
Then with the browns - I believe the one on the left is reddish brown, how about
the one on the right - Brown or Dark Brown?
Thanks a bunch.
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The issue you're experiencing, is that the catalog pics need some attention.
Some are misleading. That said, it' difficult to offer certainty, given the
lighting used to take the pic (daylight or natural light is best) but I'll
try...
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When taking a picture (using a smart digital camera) it may try to fidget
the colors to where it thinks they should be. The best way to keep that from
happening, is to make a little color spectrum bar (think a 1x6 plate with six
1x1 plates on it, each in a different basic color) and tuck it to one side of
the photo. That will keep the smarts on the right track.
Nita Rae
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Much appreciated tip. Thanks
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 12, 2021 10:35 | | Subject: | Re: A funny observation | | Viewed: | 81 times | | Topic: | Feedback | |
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| In Feedback, lotsofbricks1 writes:
| | Thanks for the FB. You must not be a superstitious person. I wonder how long
I'll have 666 as my number LOL.
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I really enjoy being a part of significant feedback numbers, milestones. Don't
know why, just that it's well worth the $38 spent
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 12, 2021 10:32 | | Subject: | Re: How to treat returning buyer - and a story! | | Viewed: | 100 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| In Selling, EmblaRonja writes:
| | In Selling, zorbanj writes:
| | This is unfortunate. You never know a buyer's circumstances. I've been
paid with money orders and cash because the buyer wanted to hide the purchase
from the spouse. I had one order for a small set where the buyer asked me to
ship it in a very large box so the post office couldn't leave it at his house.
He could then go to the post office when his wife wasn't home and pick it
up.
I had another order from a buyer who lived less than a mile from me. My wife
knew who it was and offered to drop it off. No way, I mailed it like I would
any other order.
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Pick up at post office when wife isn’t home: yep - done that!
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Never understood boasting about such here in the forum? As though it's somehow
endearing behavior. If you can't be honest with your wife/husband/partner
who can you be honest with, I wonder?
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 12, 2021 10:04 | | Subject: | Re: A funny observation | | Viewed: | 64 times | | Topic: | Feedback | |
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| In Feedback, lotsofbricks1 writes:
| | So I'm at 665 on my feedback and suddenly nobody wants to leave any new feedback.
I usually get about 1 per day on average, but after 665 it stopped. Nobody
wants to be number 666!
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I'm your huckleberry...
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 12, 2021 09:18 | | Subject: | Re: Cape Colors | | Viewed: | 63 times | | Topic: | Colors | |
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| In Colors, mike1burns writes:
| | Can anyone help identify these cape colors? I know the picture is going to make
it hard to identify, but I have four different shades of purple going on here.
Cape #3 is most likely Dark Purple but options for the other capes would be light
purple, purple, or violet.
Then with the browns - I believe the one on the left is reddish brown, how about
the one on the right - Brown or Dark Brown?
Thanks a bunch.
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The issue you're experiencing, is that the catalog pics need some attention.
Some are misleading. That said, it' difficult to offer certainty, given the
lighting used to take the pic (daylight or natural light is best) but I'll
try...
As to the first row: the second in the row is in fact not Purple as the catalog
pic might indicate, but rather Light Purple. Found in one minifig (had a mountain
of them)
The last cape in that row is Violet. Found in a couple of early Harry Potter’s
The second row, you seem to be on target with reddish and dark. Though some of
the earlier Browns were very dark: https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1311335
Many of the catalog's cape pics are lacking. In other words, look beyond
the catalog pics for color ID. Again, it's a longstanding issue of misleading
color representation.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 12, 2021 08:43 | | Subject: | Re: Your next contest! | | Viewed: | 44 times | | Topic: | Contests | |
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| In Contests, SnarkBricks writes:
| | Hi! I believe the correct answer is, "all of them are in the vase" is my Snarky,
monkeying around answer...lol hope you got a laugh out of it.
God Bless!
Cindy of Snark Bricks
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There you go, you've got the right idea. Thanks!
And you're not wrong, but nor are you right "correct number"
Have a wonderful day, Cindy
Btw, you're not "snarky" enough, and far too kind to wear the moniker
convincingly.
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In Contests, popsicle writes:
| | Contest prize are the Trading Cards from this now 21-year-old set...
The cards are new, sealed in their original package from set. These are the cards:
https://www.bricklink.com/catalogItemInv.asp?S=3342-1&viewItemType=G
Contest: Post the correct number of Trading Card Packs in the vase shown
in the two pics provided.
Contest rules are few...
* One post per day per member, no limit to number of entry-days.
* Entry must be made as a reply to this contest post.
* Monkeying around encouraged
* First correct answer, wins!
All worldwide are welcome to participate, irrespective shipping address now.
No-charge shipping. After all, it wouldn’t be much of a prize if you had to pay
to receive it.
Enjoy
-Christman Family
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 11, 2021 14:38 | | Subject: | Re: Your next contest! | | Viewed: | 38 times | | Topic: | Contests | |
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| In Contests, macebobo writes:
| | 42
Cory, thank you for doing these contests, it is a nice escape.
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Thank you, John.
It's an escape for me too, doing something for what I still care about, the
BL forum and it's people.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 11, 2021 10:05 | | Subject: | Re: How to treat returning buyer - and a story! | | Viewed: | 110 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| In Selling, EmblaRonja writes:
| | So what to do with these regularly returning buyers – should we give them credit
in our stores? Coupons on next purchase, free shipping or maybe freebees in their
orders?
I have a lot of returning buyers that keeps coming back again and again. Many
times, I think I want to give them something to gratitude their regular business
– but I don’t - and here is why:
Pretend that you yourself is one of these regular customers, and that you receive
for example a coupon maybe 10 % next order. You’ll be happy of course and think
that’s great. But then – if I as a seller don’t manage to follow this up in the
future – that coupon may as well backfire.
Let’s say you buyer placed 5 orders and then receive a coupon. After the next
five orders the buyer will expect another coupon and if they don’t get it, they
will start questioning that fact. “Do I need to order more now to get next coupon?”,
“Have my orders become to small for getting coupon?”, “Are my business not wanted/needed
anymore?” And so on. So as a seller – If I do anything to praise a buyer and
give some extras – than I also need to keep track of that and continuously do
the same or similar actions to keep that customer happy.
So I don’t. Ever. But I stick to my business model which likely are the very
reason my buyers found my store from the beginning and keeps coming back: I maintain
a certain inventory in volume and type of parts, I ship promptly as my buyers
got used to fast handling, I keep up a certain level of quality which means
that a lot (A LOT!) of Lego never hit the store shelves, I pack with the unpacking
buyer in mind and I work very hard to have an accurate inventory listed.
Others may have different business models but the sense of this is that sticking
to your own business model will probably help you keeping your returning buyers
that found your particularly store.
And here is the story:
A couple of years ago I had relatives on visit from a long way over the weekend.
One of my relatives got interested in my Lego Business and as I had a couple
of orders to pull on that Saturday I asked him to join me to my “Legoland” and
help with pulling the orders. When doing so he noticed that one of the orders
was from a buyer he actually know – not as a close friend but as a friend-friend
from way back. This was a frequently returning buyer to my store. And that the
buyer lived in a small village on my relative’s way home the day after (Sunday)
some 350 km from my store location.
He then suggested that he could deliver the package on his way home – and we
thought what a service! Delivered straight home day after ordering on a Sunday!
Said and done – my relative took the package and left the next day. I now looked
forward to a massive positive feedback for this one!
Some months passed and I heard nothing. After about 6 month my relative and I
met again and I asked about the delivery of the Lego order – did all went well
as I haven’t received any feedback or heard anything?
Well this what happened: He drove up to the buyer’s house and rang the doorbell
without any reaction. Then he heard voices from the back garden and walked round
the house. It showed that the buyer had some of a get to gathering in the garden
with colleagues and friends – not a regular party but some barbecue and hanging
out. My relative walks up to the buyer and says with a big smile: “-Here is your
Lego order – directly delivered from Gothenburg!” My relative told me that the
buyer looked clearly uncomfortable with that situation – apparently having to
explain to his guest what has just happened.
That buyer has never sins ordered from my store. And that’s my story of an example
of me trying to do something extra for my buyer that backfired!
/Niclas
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Wonderful anecdote! Thanks. I wish more would share like this here. It's
enjoyable reading.
Btw, were it me barbecuing in the backyard with colleagues and friends, your
relative would of had a cold brew in hand toot sweet, and been asked to stay
for some food. Who knows, maybe even a hug depending on how many drinks I had
at that point. It just might've been your relative looking "uncomfortable"
in other words
As to the repeat buyer question: I do nothing to show my appreciation beyond
that of giving the best service that I can provide, top-to-bottom. A good percentage
of orders we receive are returning buyers, anyway.
Added thought: I've found that there are few happier or friendlier, than
Swedes gathered for food and drink outdoors in the sunshine. But I guess there
are exceptions.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 10, 2021 23:37 | | Subject: | Re: Feedback Etiquette and Retaliation | | Viewed: | 46 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| In Help, calebfishn writes:
| | In Help, Teup writes:
| | In Help, firestar246 writes:
| | In Help, Teup writes:
| | my place? Keep in mind feedback reflects your own experience with the transaction.
Anything you want to post is fair by definition, as it is your own experience.
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I can see your point, but don't agree 100% with it because sure, maybe the
shipping time wasn't positive, but it isn't fair to blame that negative
aspect on the seller because they had no control over that point. Just like it
wouldn't be fair if the package arrived completely destroyed because the
delivery man backed over it and the buyer leaves negative feedback to the seller.
The seller had nothing to do with it.
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That's true but my point was that feedback isn't about the seller, it's
about the community. Sure the seller is not to blame, but if what you get significantly
deviates from what you could expect, it's relevant info for future buyers
to know. I'm thinking as feedback simply as a tool for doing that, not for
blaming.
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Sorry, I don't agree that feedback isn't about the seller. Of course
it is about the seller, because the seller wears the negative feedback, and the
seller's feedback score is affected negatively.
It is about the community also, but feedback given based on the actions of third
parties, or natural disasters, etc. rather than about the seller and the service
the seller provided, provide no helpful information to the community at all.
I don't agree that a buyer's or seller's subjective expectations
are relevant at all. They are irrelevant, because again, the seller does not
usually have control of the buyer's expectations. If I order from you, but
have an unrealistic expectations about what you can provide, how can that be
relevant to the community? It isn't and it gives the community of buyers
no guidance about what to expect from the seller.
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Well put.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 10, 2021 23:24 | | Subject: | Re: Colour Guide Images | | Viewed: | 44 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| In Suggestions, The_RealRedHex writes:
A fix that I always assumed they'd get around to at some point. But you know
what assume means, right? Make an ass out of u and me. Steer
clear of assumptions
Not a high priority fix, as I see it, but needed nonetheless and about time.
A good suggestion.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 10, 2021 18:30 | | Subject: | Re: Anyone see any interesting figures | | Viewed: | 58 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| In General, cosmicray writes:
| | In General, Stuart9 writes:
| | Fancy trying to identify these too.
Pulled these from a mixed figure box.
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Who is first image, second row, second from the left ? I like that one !
Nita Rae
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It is nice
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 10, 2021 15:43 | | Subject: | Re: Anyone see any interesting figures | | Viewed: | 45 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| In General, Yellow.Brick writes:
| | In General, Stuart9 writes:
| | Thank you, just need to find the correct heads, they’ve been swapped for plain
black ones.
Should be somewhere in this bulk lot.
In General, par016 writes:
| | In General, Stuart9 writes:
| | No expert on these, so before I start digging, I thought I’d be cheeky.
Anyone spot any interesting figures.
I don’t know if any are original or they are custom at the moment.
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Commanders Cody and Fox are fairly valuable
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| | How do you link the catalog images like that?
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https://www.bricklink.com/help.asp?helpID=1147
If you’d like to also use the color-specific code, these are the color/number
designations: https://www.bricklink.com/catalogColors.asp
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 10, 2021 11:28 | | Subject: | Re: Minifigure Sets - Do I get all Minifigs? | | Viewed: | 53 times | | Topic: | Buying | |
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| In Buying, popsicle writes:
| | In Buying, CSC writes:
Then if you’re aware of the various options, perhaps take note of Johan’s helpful
input for you, or at least acknowledge it one way or the other...
https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1313061
As to my input: having never purchased a single CMF since the product-line’s
inception in 2010, I’m probably among the least knowledgable of this product.
That said, I had assumed that the typical 60 full-box contents for that series,
was something as such?
Six per box of the Commons: constable, yeti, welder, mountain climber - Four
per box of the gingerbread man, barbarian, lady robot, scientist, holiday elf,
evil mech - And two per box or the Rares (whatever that means): diner waitress,
grandma, pretzel girl, island warrior, saxophone player, scarecrow.
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Left out the salient bit -
... wouldn't then the 30 half-box consist of equal product-dispersion, just
half the amount of each?
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Though I'm learning as you are here.
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Still learning
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 10, 2021 11:01 | | Subject: | Re: Minifigure Sets - Do I get all Minifigs? | | Viewed: | 47 times | | Topic: | Buying | |
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| In Buying, CSC writes:
Then if you’re aware of the various options, perhaps take note of Johan’s helpful
input for you, or at least acknowledge it one way or the other...
https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1313061
As to my input: having never purchased a single CMF since the product-line’s
inception in 2010, I’m probably among the least knowledgable of this product.
That said, I had assumed that the typical 60 full-box contents for that series,
was something as such?
Six per box of the Commons: constable, yeti, welder, mountain climber - Four
per box of the gingerbread man, barbarian, lady robot, scientist, holiday elf,
evil mech - And two per box or the Rares (whatever that means): diner waitress,
grandma, pretzel girl, island warrior, saxophone player, scarecrow.
Though I'm learning as you are here.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 9, 2021 19:42 | | Subject: | Re: We have contest winner! | | Viewed: | 51 times | | Topic: | Announce | |
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| In Announce, Yellow.Brick writes:
| | In Announce, popsicle writes:
RATS! I was ballparking the math and had 471, but I noticed something with that
vessel I didn't know how to correct for.
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Stay on that path, you'll increase your odds. The "vessel" was disclosed
in previous contests as being five inches in diameter. We use the same vase for
contests here. That should help your math some
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 9, 2021 19:19 | | Subject: | Re: Your next contest! | | Viewed: | 45 times | | Topic: | Contests | |
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| In Contests, goldknight writes:
| | In Contests, popsicle writes:
| | In Contests, V_JAMS writes:
| | 482. Thanks
In Contests, popsicle writes:
| | Contest prize is this 14-year-old minifigure.
New, never assembled, with weapon
Don’t be too hard on him, he's just the Driver
Contest: Post the correct number of headgear in the vase shown below.
Contest rules are few...
* One post per day per member, no limit to number of entry-days.
* Entry must be made as a reply to this contest post.
* Monkeying around is encouraged 
* First correct answer, wins!
As per the usual, we’ll cover the shipping cost (free shipping) domestically.
Members outside of the US (worldwide) are welcome to participate if you can offer
a US shipping address should you win. Any address within the US will do: friends,
family, fellow BL member, etc.
Enjoy!
~Christman Family
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Winner has been declared. Thanks for playing
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I demand a recount !!!!
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Sorry, Kevin. I seem to have misplaced the ballot results
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 9, 2021 19:07 | | Subject: | Re: Your next contest! | | Viewed: | 30 times | | Topic: | Contests | |
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| In Contests, V_JAMS writes:
| | 482. Thanks
In Contests, popsicle writes:
| | Contest prize is this 14-year-old minifigure.
New, never assembled, with weapon
Don’t be too hard on him, he's just the Driver
Contest: Post the correct number of headgear in the vase shown below.
Contest rules are few...
* One post per day per member, no limit to number of entry-days.
* Entry must be made as a reply to this contest post.
* Monkeying around is encouraged 
* First correct answer, wins!
As per the usual, we’ll cover the shipping cost (free shipping) domestically.
Members outside of the US (worldwide) are welcome to participate if you can offer
a US shipping address should you win. Any address within the US will do: friends,
family, fellow BL member, etc.
Enjoy!
~Christman Family
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Winner has been declared. Thanks for playing
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 9, 2021 18:21 | | Subject: | Re: Shipping from Norway to US | | Viewed: | 43 times | | Topic: | Shipping | |
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| In Shipping, popsicle writes:
| | In Shipping, popsicle writes:
| | In Shipping, kilovara writes:
| | I have shipping methods for US, but repeatedly i have potential buyers saying
it seem like i dont ship to their US state. Anyone knows what issue this can
come from?
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Initiate one of the onsite payment methods and you're good to go.
Simplified, it has to do with sales tax compliance on today's BL.
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Otherwise, upon first entering your store most of us Yankees are hit with this
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And if for some reason a shopper misses that banner, when viewing their loaded
cart they're hit with
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 9, 2021 18:16 | | Subject: | Re: Shipping from Norway to US | | Viewed: | 26 times | | Topic: | Shipping | |
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| In Shipping, popsicle writes:
| | In Shipping, kilovara writes:
| | I have shipping methods for US, but repeatedly i have potential buyers saying
it seem like i dont ship to their US state. Anyone knows what issue this can
come from?
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Initiate one of the onsite payment methods and you're good to go.
Simplified, it has to do with sales tax compliance on today's BL.
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Otherwise, upon first entering your store most of us Yankees are hit with this
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 9, 2021 18:14 | | Subject: | Re: Shipping from Norway to US | | Viewed: | 30 times | | Topic: | Shipping | |
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| In Shipping, kilovara writes:
| | I have shipping methods for US, but repeatedly i have potential buyers saying
it seem like i dont ship to their US state. Anyone knows what issue this can
come from?
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Initiate one of the onsite payment methods and you're good to go.
Simplified, it has to do with sales tax compliance on today's BL.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 8, 2021 09:59 | | Subject: | Re: Buyer asking for customs fraud | | Viewed: | 84 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| In Selling, Hurt writes:
| | Hi!
I've a user who is asking for customs fraud (not including an invoice) because
it's a gift.
It's nice that he gifts the set (EUR 75) to someone, but I don't gift
it to him
How do I avoid negative feedback?
I don't want to issue a NPB.
And I also don't want to force him to buy the set with normal customs process
(which I will use of course).
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Point #16: https://www.bricklink.com/help.asp?helpID=79
I’m fairly certain the admin would remove any such feedback if presented with
the why's. Let's just say, I'd be surprised if they didn't.
Customs fraud is as it sounds, and not to be taken lightly. That said, I've
found that most are not fully cognizant of what they're asking, either in
regards to the applicable statutes or where the lines might be drawn, i.e. what
constitutes fraud in this regard.
The copy n’paste form-response I’ve used successfully for a few years, I no longer
have around (stopped shipping abroad a couple of years ago) Though, I don’t think
you’ll have issue, Michael. Be solicitous but resolute: offer to cancel without
issue (the phrase “without issue” is key) or if they'd like, continue
to process the order in a straight-forward manner. Have them make the call.
You’re thinking is correct, it’s much about the comms.
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 7, 2021 11:04 | | Subject: | Re: Torso id 2 | | Viewed: | 40 times | | Topic: | Catalog Identification | |
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| In Catalog Identification, BrickCompulsion writes:
| | In Catalog Identification, popsicle writes:
| | In Catalog Identification, BrickCompulsion writes:
| | Another one that I feel I should be able to find but can’t
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and again cheers - dont know why it didnt come up with a search of pilot ?
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I'll leave that to the many catalog savvy folks here, to help you out with.
I just kinda know with Star Wars, and recognize other themes.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 7, 2021 10:46 | | Subject: | Re: Torso id | | Viewed: | 16 times | | Topic: | Catalog Identification | |
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| In Catalog Identification, BrickCompulsion writes:
| | Hi all
Can you help me out on this one please!
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 7, 2021 10:38 | | Subject: | Re: Torso id | | Viewed: | 20 times | | Topic: | Catalog Identification | |
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| In Catalog Identification, BrickCompulsion writes:
| | Hi all
Can you help me out on this one please!
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 7, 2021 10:29 | | Subject: | Re: Torso id 2 | | Viewed: | 18 times | | Topic: | Catalog Identification | |
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| In Catalog Identification, BrickCompulsion writes:
| | Another one that I feel I should be able to find but can’t
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 7, 2021 10:27 | | Subject: | Re: Torso id 2 | | Viewed: | 22 times | | Topic: | Catalog Identification | |
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| In Catalog Identification, BrickCompulsion writes:
| | Another one that I feel I should be able to find but can’t
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 7, 2021 08:42 | | Subject: | Re: 98119pb01 SW Queen Amidala Hair Piece | | Viewed: | 56 times | | Topic: | Catalog Identification | |
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| In Catalog Identification, glenleeds writes:
| | Hi All
I have a Queen Amidala hair piece but I suspect it is fake as it has no lego
markings on the inside. Does anyone know if this piece has the lego logo etc
or if known fakes exist?
Rather be certain before listing this one.
Thanks
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I don’t recall seeing the LEGO brand from our set partouts. I’d confirm that
for you if that inventory of ours wasn't long-gone. I would add that from
my experience, many of those highly painted/printed parts out of China, had other
than the LEGO brand within their molds, yet authentic.
George_Lucy had a mountain of them at one time, maybe they still have some laying
around and would be willing to assuage your concern by checking, if you don't
get a definitive answer here: https://www.bricklink.com/feedback.asp?u=George_Lucy
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 7, 2021 08:29 | | Subject: | Re: Unopened bags in bulk lot purchases | | Viewed: | 60 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| In General, popsicle writes:
| | In General, cosmicray writes:
| | In General, Stuart9 writes:
| | Thought I’d add image from yesterday.
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As there are multiple #3 bags there, I have to wonder if they all came from the
same original set.
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I shouldn't think so. Only one of the bag #3’s is from this set
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 6, 2021 21:26 | | Subject: | Re: Your next contest! | | Viewed: | 31 times | | Topic: | Contests | |
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| In Contests, Monk writes:
| | 288
These are great - thanks, Cory, for having another one!
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You're very welcome
Reflecting some, we've being doing them for years now. Time does fly Thanks
for expressing your appreciation of them.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 6, 2021 20:51 | | Subject: | Re: Your next contest! | | Viewed: | 30 times | | Topic: | Contests | |
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| In Contests, macebobo writes:
| | 350
and who is moderating this Cory? IOW, who do I bribe? LOL
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Thought I'd do it, if deemed trustworthy? Donations accepted, though
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 6, 2021 20:47 | | Subject: | Re: Your next contest! | | Viewed: | 40 times | | Topic: | Contests | |
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| In Contests, Heartbricker writes:
| | In Contests, popsicle writes:
| | Contest prize is this 14-year-old minifigure.
New, never assembled, with weapon
Don’t be too hard on him, he's just the Driver
Contest: Post the correct number of headgear in the vase shown below.
Contest rules are few...
* One post per day per member, no limit to number of entry-days.
* Entry must be made as a reply to this contest post.
* Monkeying around is encouraged 
* First correct answer, wins!
As per the usual, we’ll cover the shipping cost (free shipping) domestically.
Members outside of the US (worldwide) are welcome to participate if you can offer
a US shipping address should you win. Any address within the US will do: friends,
family, fellow BL member, etc.
Enjoy!
~Christman Family
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Should I win; I’d like you to give it to any kid you see at the LEGO store on
your next visit - make your best judgment as to which kid seems worthy 🤓
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Very nice! But I haven't been to a LEGO store in a very long time, and don't
plan to visit one anytime soon, either.
I get the sentiment nonetheless, and will give it to another hereabouts. Thanks
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 5, 2021 19:02 | | Subject: | Re: Minifigure woes- cracked torsos, chewed head | | Viewed: | 58 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| In General, dearlydeparted writes:
| | Why do kids love biting those heads off, lol.
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Their tiny, not yet fully developed hands, can't always manage to pull those
heads off, of course. Not easy for us full-grown types at times, either
As must we all, Judith
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 5, 2021 10:24 | | Subject: | Re: Can someone help identify this? | | Viewed: | 89 times | | Topic: | Modulex | |
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| In Modulex, Lego4545 writes:
| | Hello
I hope this is the right place to ask this.
I recently found these Lego Modulex and was looking for information if anyone
can help that would be great. I believe they are part Mx1141M The box is unopened
and i have included pictures. I have had no luck finding info or pictures that
match these boxes. i was wondering when they were made? How much are they worth?
anything.
I know they are 4x1 white bricks one box is opened.
Thank you
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Lego Modulex Architecture. From the box, they're no doubt from the "Modulex
Planning System" era? I assume they carry the “M” brand on the studs, not “LEGO”?
Depending, you might go ahead and add it to the catalog, using this branch (more
like twig) of the category tree: https://www.bricklink.com/v2/catalog/catalogitem.page?S=modu0001-1#T=S&O={%22cond%22:%22N%22,%22rpp%22:%22500%22,%22iconly%22:0}
You saw this guy’s haul? https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1269758
I never knew either of my grandfathers, but if I could conjure one up, he’d be
something like this guy’s
Anyhoosiers, he might be able to offer you more insight...
Nice find! Sorry I couldn't offer more. But I'm sure more useful advise
is forthcoming from others.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 4, 2021 22:26 | | Subject: | Re: Need 1 | | Viewed: | 57 times | | Topic: | Searching | |
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| In Searching, KarlBibbjr writes:
| | In Searching, popsicle writes:
| | In Searching, KarlBibbjr writes:
| | I looked and searched and still can't find. Please see pic and if you have
a part number or know where to get the part, please help. From set 7468 somewhere
around 2001 or so.
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There are several excellent sellers in the US that are well-stocked with that
part in the correct color for that set, at fair prices. Simply use the link below:
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Thank you. I actually found the other one I knew had to be here!!
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Good to hear.
I was gonna look through our misc Star Wars minifig parts box tonight, see if
I could find one to send to you. Being that it's just the one you needed.
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 4, 2021 12:49 | | Subject: | Re: How we view things... | | Viewed: | 83 times | | Topic: | Catalog | |
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| In Catalog, popsicle writes:
| | Is the rationale for the established guidance in this instance, that the build
is marketed/presented from LEGO (within a set) as a minifgure or character representation?
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I'll add that I was speaking more broadly, of the rationale used. But in
the specific example I gave: empirically, it’s a weapon.
Categorically, the droid type (droideka) was never given personality or traits
beyond that of a machine. Though some animism was attributed to the Droidekas
within the Canon, I believe?
I just don’t know. It’s gotta be tough for the catalog folks.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 4, 2021 08:43 | | Subject: | Re: Need 1 | | Viewed: | 64 times | | Topic: | Searching | |
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| In Searching, KarlBibbjr writes:
| | I looked and searched and still can't find. Please see pic and if you have
a part number or know where to get the part, please help. From set 7468 somewhere
around 2001 or so.
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There are several excellent sellers in the US that are well-stocked with that
part in the correct color for that set, at fair prices. Simply use the link below:
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 3, 2021 08:43 | | Subject: | Re: Feedback getting boring? | | Viewed: | 45 times | | Topic: | Feedback | |
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| In Feedback, popsicle writes:
| | In Feedback, Heartbricker writes:
| | We're offering humorous feedbacks to anyone interested.
Simply request one in the message bubble when placing your order and we'll
come up with something.
examples attached.
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I like it!
It's been awhile, but I've posted a few humorous post to those I've
gotten to know better and would understand the humor. It breaks the monotony
of the predicable jargon.
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Edit: humorous *feedback
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 3, 2021 08:05 | | Subject: | Re: Parrots or Purveyors... | | Viewed: | 39 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| In General, cosmicray writes:
| | In General, popsicle writes:
| | There are members (ever-present here) in the forum, that consistently chime-in
with advise for others, most of whom are brand new to the site. These low experienced
(vis-à-vis transactional feedback) members read that of the more experienced
member to then regurgitate the information opportunistically, often without a
full understanding of the info. Which leads to a lot of misinformation being
dispensed to new members whom naturally swallow it wholesale.
I my experience, misinformation or half truths are far more detrimental to that
of having no information.
Not naming names, but to those whom might fit this descriptor, please self-reflect
a little. It's admirable that you're trying to help, but maybe moderate
somewhat. Know your limits.
Thanks
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There appear to be, an atypical number of people who are looking for a new way
to prosper/survive in the current economy. They are ready to abandon all that
they have done before, and strike out into uncharted territory. They come here
to ask, like some of us are going to bequeath upon them wisdom from the mount.
I am reminded of a line from a move, but the name of the movie escapes me at
present ...
You want the truth ? You can't handle the truth !
Selling LEGO can be profitable, but there are sacrifices to be made (in both
time and living accommodations). Trying to convey the true picture, to someone
newly arrived, could be like dashing their hopes. I wish them well, but it isn't
always going to work (like they dream it might).
Nita Rae
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Always enjoy your posts. Thanks.
Btw, The movie quote is from Nicholson in "A few good men"
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 2, 2021 21:51 | | Subject: | Re: Parrots or Purveyors... | | Viewed: | 56 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| In General, Heartbricker writes:
| | In General, popsicle writes:
| | There are members (ever-present here) in the forum, that consistently chime-in
with advise for others, most of whom are brand new to the site. These low experienced
(vis-à-vis transactional feedback) members read that of the more experienced
member to then regurgitate the information opportunistically, often without a
full understanding of the info. Which leads to a lot of misinformation being
dispensed to new members whom naturally swallow it wholesale.
I my experience, misinformation or half truths are far more detrimental to that
of having no information.
Not naming names, but to those whom might fit this descriptor, please self-reflect
a little. It's admirable that you're trying to help, but maybe moderate
somewhat. Know your limits.
Thanks
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I always cringe when I see Bricklink users request and dispense tax advice to
other users; much of it is utterly wrong or speculative, seems like the last
thing you should ask for free advice from a non tax professional.
We get asked at least once a month by new local sellers if they can come over
to see how our shop is set up and how we manage such large inventory (most of
them condition making a purchase on such visits) we politely explain that our
shop is not set up for walk in traffic (insurance wise) and we run it from a
residential property (that is licensed for our business purposes) and explain
that just like they might not let a stranger into their residence- neither do
we. Being a store that pays an honest wage, spending time mentoring a seller
is also costly for us though we have given advice when asked by sellers we’re
friendly with and never given tax advice or any advice on a subject we’re not
familiar with.
Long story short; definitely agree with your sentiments but would also add that
one who requests advice from a stranger is at least 50% to blame if it backfired.
That being said, many wise and established individuals have fallen victim to
the lure of a seemingly well put together smart individual that they never vetted.
Ever heard of Elizabeth Holmes ? 😂
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Always great input. Thanks.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 2, 2021 18:24 | | Subject: | Re: Feedback getting boring? | | Viewed: | 57 times | | Topic: | Feedback | |
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| In Feedback, Heartbricker writes:
| | We're offering humorous feedbacks to anyone interested.
Simply request one in the message bubble when placing your order and we'll
come up with something.
examples attached.
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I like it!
It's been awhile, but I've posted a few humorous post to those I've
gotten to know better and would understand the humor. It breaks the monotony
of the predicable jargon.
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 2, 2021 16:53 | | Subject: | Re: Could Lego Actually Do This ? | | Viewed: | 125 times | | Topic: | Buying | |
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| In Buying, Dreamer52 writes:
| | Does The Lego Group have a history of purposely withholding select product {s}
during promo ?
I.E. Certain Lego sets that may have high popularity value .
Like many , I am waiting on the Titanic #10294 for VIP X2 points and or GWP.
We have ' Singles Day ' ( Bare Sticks ) , and a rumored VIP weekend --
Nov. 21st & 22nd .
As of posting this the new [er] preorder date is Nov. 8th and it would appear
to have a soon after ship date.
SO close to rumored promo dates and Black Friday . I do have a quandary on how
to proceed.
Any and all thoughts and comments are welcome ,
Thank you , Dreamer
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You sound incredulous, as though you’re greeting this behavior as revelation?
Your post actually exemplifies their marketing efficacy, which they would no
doubt beam with accomplishment, in reading. Don’t misunderstand, these have been
to some degree, their SOP for years. But not nearly as concerted and calculated
as it has been in recent years leading up to today. It works, so double-down,
double-down and…
My advise to you, Dreamer, would be to let their ploys suck air. As elegant and
sophisticated their methods may be, why feed it? Especially considering all of
the other things this wondrous world has to offer, instead?
That the company had admirable values at one time, is undeniable. Especially
considering their size. But as it stands now, they're bankrupt of any such
guidance. In that place is projection. The projection of pseudo-values found
in today’s progressive movement and more broadly in the global politic, wherein
"projecting" takes precedence over actual caring and concern. Watching businesses
and enterprises stumbling over themselves to do the same, I could not care less.
But somehow it evokes a melancholy in me, witnessing TLG go that same route.
Knowing how they once were, I suppose
Just one's opinion.
Btw, I know all of the rationale expressed: supply chain, Covid, miscalculations,
scalpers, market variables, etc, etc. I've heard them all, ad nauseam. So
go ahead if you must and continue with them. Human nature being what it is
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Nov 2, 2021 14:03 | | Subject: | Re: TLV parts | | Viewed: | 44 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| In General, yoavheskia writes:
| | Hi all
I'm proud to Announce that my store TLV parts is the first Israeli store
on BL to get 100 orders!
Most of my customers so far weren't from Israel (70%) and I want to thank
them and my Israelis customers as well for the trust they gave me.
Now the goal is 200 orders so please keep supporting me!
Thanks again to this wonderful community,
Yoav
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Mazel tov!
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 30, 2021 23:08 | | Subject: | Re: Reward for people who inventory for the site. | | Viewed: | 112 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| In General, BrickAndStone writes:
| | Hey everyone! In my opinion and please do let me know what you think there should
be some rewards for people who catalogue and inventory for the site. Since they
are the ones really keeping the site alive. They both help the sellers and the
buyers which result in more sales for the site. As a seller, I am also willing
to contribute to the rewards these people should deservedly get.
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It’s an idea that’s fundamentally a good one, if done right. There’s been those
here in the forum over the years, willing to pay members to do the catalog-thing.
With some offering to send a copy of the new set to expedite the process. In
other words, free set plus pay.
Understandable for those that are here solely to turn-a-buck, and that make sizable
investments in volume set purchases, I did much the same in our heyday. Though
I never used the forum to seek the willing, I did however contact members directly.
To then used the same members (if performed well) with subsequent sets thereon.
In other words, a standing offer that paid well. But that was a decade ago, I’m
certain motivations for such have change since.
For those of us that bought up sets where we could (you know, the evil ones)
having that investment sitting idle while waiting for the ability to realize
some return, unsurprisingly rubbed some the wrong way. Personally, I took the
attitude from the very beginning here on BL, that if I’m gonna spend time and
money doing this, it’s gonna been painless and maybe even fun. So I avoided those
types of anxious thoughts by moving any such purchases into storage for the longterm
position.
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 30, 2021 13:30 | | Subject: | Re: Cape | | Viewed: | 92 times | | Topic: | Colors | |
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| In Colors, PatrickGroover writes:
| | What is the color of the middle cape? (I am colorblind)
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Sorry to hear that. The Lego color is Reddish Brown. Heads up though, that color
cape varies from less to more reddish throughout it’s production years.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 30, 2021 09:47 | | Subject: | Re: cannot find this | | Viewed: | 44 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| In Help, HC writes:
| | hi,
sorry...ashamed after so long on bricklink but I cannot find this part
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 28, 2021 12:23 | | Subject: | Re: Duplo minifig question | | Viewed: | 30 times | | Topic: | Catalog | |
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| In Catalog, Stuart9 writes:
| | I remember the trick instruction ploy that is sometimes used by trainers.
The one that expects us to part read the instruction and because we want to answer
the questions as quick as possible, we plough on.
The one that tells you to answer as many questions as possible.
Only use black ink.
Numerous other instructions and the final line tells you to put your pen down
and do nothing.
Very few actually put the pen down immediately.
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Interesting stuff. Thanks
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In Catalog, popsicle writes:
| | In Catalog, cosmicray writes:
| | In Catalog, Stuart9 writes:
| | Well that amused myself, I misread the reply and made a fool of myself, no change
there then.
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I misread it too, then stopped and thought "they're smarter than it sounds.
Is this a language or punctuation misunderstanding ?". It was, so then I got
it, and confirmed my original guess.
Nita Rae
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I also misread it, as though there were a comma after the determiner No,
making the needed “edit” as I saw it, the omitted adverb *not, as in
"not meant to come apart"
Interesting that several had that take, though. Seeing what’s not there, that
is. Different paths to roughly the same destination, or maybe it just illustrates
how we have an awful lot of preconceptions, seeing what we want or expect to
see
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 28, 2021 11:21 | | Subject: | Re: Duplo minifig question | | Viewed: | 60 times | | Topic: | Catalog | |
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| In Catalog, cosmicray writes:
| | In Catalog, Stuart9 writes:
| | Well that amused myself, I misread the reply and made a fool of myself, no change
there then.
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I misread it too, then stopped and thought "they're smarter than it sounds.
Is this a language or punctuation misunderstanding ?". It was, so then I got
it, and confirmed my original guess.
Nita Rae
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I also misread it, as though there were a comma after the determiner No,
making the needed “edit” as I saw it, the omitted adverb *not, as in
"not meant to come apart"
Interesting that several had that take, though. Seeing what’s not there, that
is. Different paths to roughly the same destination, or maybe it just illustrates
how we have an awful lot of preconceptions, seeing what we want or expect to
see
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 21, 2021 12:37 | | Subject: | Re: When you see a list of prices like this ... | | Viewed: | 97 times | | Topic: | Price Guide | |
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| In Price Guide, cosmicray writes:
| | In Price Guide, popsicle writes:
| | In Price Guide, Leftoverbricks writes:
| | In Price Guide, cosmicray writes:
| | You have to wonder if that is a typo, or if someone is trying to corner the market
I'm leaning towards typo, but who really knows ... only The Shadow knows.
Nita Rae
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I've sent the seller a message.
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+1
or we could speculate some more
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We will always speculate some more ... it's how the Forum functions.
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Don't I know it!
I get it, something to post about. But more often than not, such posts lead to
public assertions of another member.
If it’s actual concern or curiosity, contact the member directly. Doing
so you may just be helping them out, beyond satisfying your curiosity.
I know I'd appreciate it as a seller
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 21, 2021 11:37 | | Subject: | Re: Minifig back torso year/set question | | Viewed: | 58 times | | Topic: | LEGO products | |
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| In LEGO, helakustorm writes:
| | Hello,
Does someone knows in what year or with what set Lego started to print the minifig
back torso?
Thanks!
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Good question! Could it be 1997?
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 21, 2021 10:08 | | Subject: | Re: When you see a list of prices like this ... | | Viewed: | 63 times | | Topic: | Price Guide | |
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| In Price Guide, Leftoverbricks writes:
| | In Price Guide, cosmicray writes:
| | You have to wonder if that is a typo, or if someone is trying to corner the market
I'm leaning towards typo, but who really knows ... only The Shadow knows.
Nita Rae
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I've sent the seller a message.
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+1
or we could speculate some more
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 20, 2021 13:22 | | Subject: | Re: Under false illumination? | | Viewed: | 113 times | | Topic: | Off Topic | |
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| In Off Topic, legoman77 writes:
| | In Off Topic, popsicle writes:
What do you call the third one holding the camera?
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What do I call that one? That varies from day to day, which derogatory name I
might use...
Maybe “Dad” fits best though, as the young seedlings are named for my son and
daughter
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 20, 2021 12:30 | | Subject: | Under false illumination? | | Viewed: | 236 times | | Topic: | Off Topic | |
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| Well some have asked, so here they are today.
The big guy was introduced to you in a forum contest, back in May
https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1297043
https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1302554
As we move into winter up here in the Seattle region, they’ve been given grow-lights
(narrow spectrum) For scale, the big one stands 42 inches (106 cm) tall.
I’ve actually named the two now, but took the name tags off for the photo
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 20, 2021 10:13 | | Subject: | Re: Someone thinks I own Bricklink | | Viewed: | 84 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| Hope that "someone" isn't the taxman
Of all the knickknacks I've seen used as promotional items over the years,
pens are at least useful and tend to be at-hand to be passed around for use by
others - further promoting
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 20, 2021 08:49 | | Subject: | Re: Serious Play posters | | Viewed: | 46 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| In General, Chickaroo writes:
| | Been having a tidy and found these rolled up, not seen them for the best part
of a decade.
I think I mentioned them in the forum 2008/9 time (I got them free from Legoland
2007 ish I think)
Love these posters, probably should find frames for them!
Has anyone else ever seen or even own them?
Roo
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Very cool! (from one that's collected Lego 'paper' items)
Thanks for sharing the pics
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 20, 2021 08:32 | | Subject: | Re: Changing shipping address to another country | | Viewed: | 55 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| In Help, Champ2 writes:
| | Hi all,
I've tried to find previous forums about this but with no luck. I have some
parts I'm interested in being shipped to another country so they can be sent
with other items to my country. I noticed I can change the shipping address but
not the country when in the checkout phase. My account lets me change all my
shipping details but I only want a few orders sent not to me so I'm worried
that if I change my shipping country and change it back, it might raise red flags
and have my account suspended. Is it possible to change my country address?
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I don’t believe buy-accounts are handled as stringently as sell-accounts in this
regard. There is indication and even precedence peppered throughout the forum
beyond the quick grabs I've linked below:
https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1276223
https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1264926
https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1257474
https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1253276
Perhaps wait some, though. Further input from others, maybe even an admin, should
be forthcoming. I it's a good question that you're no doubt not alone
in wanting answers to. The general topic is brought up in various guises and
scenarios, from time to time here.
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 19, 2021 07:20 | | Subject: | Re: Millennium Falcon stand | | Viewed: | 65 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| In General, randyipp writes:
| | In General, popsicle writes:
| | If the purpose or concept of an “original” item is taken and made better, why
then denigrate it with such terms as “knockoff” Especially as applied to what
are often product design-afterthoughts such as stands for models.
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They mean you can buy the stand and all the parts on eBay but they are not Lego
parts, they are clone brand.
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Ahh! Okay, I had no idea. Let me see if can pull my foot from my mouth, now...
Apologies to the OP (finishtheset) Understanding better now, I full agree with
your stance and use of the term "knockoff" Again, I'm sorry.
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 18, 2021 23:29 | | Subject: | Re: Millennium Falcon stand | | Viewed: | 70 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| In General, finishtheset writes:
| | Just wondering if anyone happens to have the instructions for the stand to build
the millennium Falcon? There is a stand out there that is a Lego knock-off,
but I would rather spend 3 times the amount and get the real deal. If I could
just get a parts inventory, then I would be GTG.
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“I would rather spend 3 times the amount and get the real deal”
Narrow-minded comes to this mind. Maybe broaden that thinking somewhat?
If the purpose or concept of an “original” item is taken and made better, why
then denigrate it with such terms as “knockoff” Especially as applied to what
are often product design-afterthoughts such as stands for models.
Some of the acrylic aftermarkets for that particular model are gorgeous, displaying
the model’s attributes in a far superior manner than the original, irrespective
price.
One might think of themselves in terms as "purist" in any field, without wisdom
or virtue In other words, there are grays in all areas of thinking. At least
contemplate them... https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1299474
Just food for thought
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 18, 2021 16:54 | | Subject: | Re: New shop - SV Brick Shop | | Viewed: | 56 times | | Topic: | New Stores | |
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| In New Stores, SVBrickShop writes:
| | That is great feedback that will help me a lot, thank you Popsicle!
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You're welcome.
| | I'm in a bad part of the world regarding shipping so it seems
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There are quite a few veteran BL store owners in Belgium. In having gotten to
know a few over the years, some I'm sure would be receptive to helping you
to structure your shipping terms, if asked. At least with some pointers.
I'll offer one bit of unambiguous advise: keep that great attitude while
selling here, and you'll do great.
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 18, 2021 16:29 | | Subject: | Re: New shop - SV Brick Shop | | Viewed: | 61 times | | Topic: | New Stores | |
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| In New Stores, SVBrickShop writes:
| | Ok hold on (i'm trying to get this)
So you 'bought' a 69gr piece, and bricklink chose to put it in a box
with S&H for almost 50 bucks?
Thats strange as this probably might fit in an envelope that is only a fraction
of the shipping cost...
I have both box and envelope shipping methods enabled.. i need to check this.
I assume this is what you are referring to?
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Not necessarily. In fact, not referring to anything other than simply responding
to this portion of your request "I would like to know if there is something fundamental
that i am missing that prevents or discourages people from visiting" and
"or my shipping method is not quite what it should be?"
This item in question
You make the call how to best structure S&H for your store, too many unknowns
for me to do so. I'm simply pointing out what would "discourage" me as a
buyer.
But like I said, others will no doubt offer advise/help including towards this
question. The BL forum is heavy with very smart members that are also altruistic
with their hard-earned knowledge.
Just getting the ball rolling for you here in the forum.
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 18, 2021 15:38 | | Subject: | Re: Part 3066 | | Viewed: | 62 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| In Selling, 1974 writes:
| | There are a number of other sources than parting out sets
I too have had hundreds of rare parts, that only a few sellers had in very low
quanteties, nothing mysterious about that
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Same here, and with others I've dealt with over the years.
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OP have provided a picture, I think that makes it legit
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I agree.
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Cheers,
Ole
In Selling, SezaR writes:
| | In Selling, Jolico.be writes:
| | Yes, mybe, I have a big old stock
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This part came in only one set
How do you have so many of them in new condition?!
Did you part out many new copies of 7838-1?
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 18, 2021 15:29 | | Subject: | Re: New shop - SV Brick Shop | | Viewed: | 63 times | | Topic: | New Stores | |
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| In New Stores, SVBrickShop writes:
| | Hello everyone!
I'm excited to announce that finally my shop is open and ready for business.
Unfortunately i am kind of struggling to get some orders at the moment and i
would like to ask you guys a favor...
Could you please have a look in my shop and give me some pointers how to improve
my sales?
I know the basics;
- competitive pricing
- keep adding inventory
- lower prices to boost sales
I would like to know if there is something fundamental that i am missing that
prevents or discourages people from visiting.
I am very new in this, but eager to learn and improve.
Maybe my prices are too high or my shipping method is not quite what it should
be? Please keep in mind that my shop is located in Belgium
Any comments or suggestions are welcome, as myy main goal is to learn and to
be successfull in this business.
Thank you for all your support in this, much appreciated!
Best regards,
SV Brick shop
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Great attitude, btw. Welcome to what is wonderful platform to sell.
I'm sure you'll get plenty of advise/help in fine-tuning your store here.
That said, I just popped into your shop and loaded the first thing that grab
my attention (69g single small item) which gave the Estimated S&H Cost shown
in the screenshot below:
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 18, 2021 13:37 | | Subject: | Re: What do others want? | | Viewed: | 77 times | | Topic: | Wanted | |
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| In Wanted, kid_dadeo writes:
| | I have tons of items to list and I would like to priorities my upload time. Is
there a way to see the items on others Want Lists? A large list perhaps by most
wanted at the top? Then I could upload those items for sale first, if I have
them. Thanks!
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If you want to go beyond the "Most Wanted Parts" stats LearnedBrick has shown
you, here are "Top Items Sold" stats to play around with: https://www.bricklink.com/catalogStatsSold.asp?orderNew=N&itemType=P
-popsicle
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| Author: | popsicle | | Posted: | Oct 18, 2021 10:23 | | Subject: | Re: Architect turns 67,000 Lego pcs into Vatican | | Viewed: | 77 times | | Topic: | My Own Creation | |
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| In My Own Creation, cosmicray writes:
| | I am suitably impressed ... would have expected more pcs to have been needed
than 67,000
Nita Rae
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For those interested in upscaled architectural MOCs in micro build fashion, checkout
some of Brian's stuff: https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1196993
Haven't heard from him lately around here, so you'll need to do your
own searching: Brian of DagsBricks: https://www.bricklink.com/feedback.asp?u=DagsBricks
Last I heard, he had big projects in the works. Maybe this post will get him
to chime back in with an update
-popsicle
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