BrickLink Discussion Forum

In Sales, Joel_wc writes:

NEW RARE MINIFIGURES (including rebels ahsoka!)ON MY STORE AT COMPETITIVE PRICES
*offers welcome*

You mean sought after minifigures…(as an art lover I think almost no Lego item
is rare with the exception of very few items).

Nice selection of minifigs.
There is something you might consider to change, Vgc is something you mention
with used and new minifigs.
With new it looks like they may well have been used or slightly damaged.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Dec 22, 2023 03:37

Subject:

Re: Is Rock Raiders a space theme?

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LEGO products

In LEGO products, jonwil writes:

Someone on another forum claimed that (despite what Brickset, Bricklink and Rebrickable
list it as) that Rock Raiders is actually a space theme and cited this from the
Rock Raiders video game:
https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/941768359471624293/1187624923238236252/image.png?ex=659790e6&is=65851be6&hm=04f150db837a2b538a2e21db0be740b526f3350ce35fe26511de0d700883363b&

So is Rock Raiders a space theme or not?

Let’s not go there.
If it is your goal to put them into the ‘space’ section I would be against it,
if RR goes in other may well be following too and cumulate inside an already
large categorie.
Split categories work better in my opinion, better than subcategories.
I already think the ‘space’ section should be smaller with more having their
own categorie.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Dec 19, 2023 15:24

Subject:

Re: Some customers ....

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In Off Topic, 1001bricks writes:

Buyer replies: "Money is a bit tight at the moment."

Ofcourse I will cancel with a full refund, but pretty odd situation...

Instead of posting, you should be happy 11€ not being a problem to you.

It might be one of your ‘funny’ moments but you are not 100% sure it is for him
as a seller.

Also he will loose time and some unnecessary money with this transaction.

Sometimes you need to know when not to response on forumpost, I think this is
one of them.
And if you feel the urge to respond you could also say something like ‘good for
you for the order cancel in this case’.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Dec 19, 2023 09:49

Subject:

Re: Commander Cody helmet print

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In Catalog Identification, yorbrick writes:

In Catalog Identification, Henk90 writes:

Are there different Comander Cody helmet prints in the same sets?

Set: 75337

Minifigure: sw1233 Clone Trooper Commander Cody, 212th Attack Battalion (Phase
2)

https://www.bricklink.com/v2/catalog/catalogitem.page?P=2019pb01&idColor=1

Is this a misprint or are there simply different vertical helmet prints?
Take a look at the pictures.

Bei einem verlaufen sie gerade bei dem anderen leicht gebogen.

Thank you,
Henk from StoneSlayerShop

Did this alternate one come out of a genuine sealed LEGO box? Have you checked
for the logo?

I saw the same from the Lego battlepack, the pictures look different compared
to reality.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Dec 19, 2023 09:09

Subject:

Re: Help on ID mini-figure

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In Catalog Identification, jbergers writes:

I got this bag in a lot.

Looks like pha007? but i doubt it is from the set 7327

Was this sold seperately?

I try to go to as many fleamarkets etc as possible and the fake Lego minifigs,
like these, are almost always packed in this way. Torso, legs and head connected,
arms and hands unassembled.
So to me this minifig is a fake.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Dec 14, 2023 04:51

Subject:

Re: new member ?

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In General, mescobedo writes:

Hi I just joined because I have a Brand new Legos fender statocaster Legos ideas
#037 still unopened in box I bought for my son and he doesn't want it anymore
and I am unable to return it.I just want to sell it .I've tried offer up
and let go with no potential buyer's.I am not sure how to sell on this site
.I need one positive feedback from buying something ?But I don't want to
buy anything here. Any ideas on how to go about this?

I you only have 1 set there is a very large chance buyers won’t even look at
your shop.
Isn’t there something like Craigslist or Whatnot that you can sell it on?

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Dec 8, 2023 13:22

Subject:

Re: Does anybody know this torso or the minfigure

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In Catalog Identification, sasquatch_eater writes:

In Catalog Identification, AStraubinger writes:

Hello,

does anybody of you know this torso or minifugure?

Many thanks

Andi

It doesn't look genuine to me. See the nick on the lower arm? Also the neck
and the hands look wrong.

--Claude

Hello Claude,

I am very curious about your thoughts regarding the neck. Why do you think it
is wrong?
Too long or…?

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Dec 1, 2023 08:33

Subject:

Re: PAYPAL

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Buying

In Buying, Aksoy43 writes:

I live in Turkey and paypal payment is not available in Turkey. For this reason,
I cannot shop on your site. My orders are being canceled because I cannot pay.
I am very victimized. Please help me.

I think there are 2 (sort of) organisations that might be involved, Bricklink
isn’t one of them.
So help needs to come from a different angle.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Nov 24, 2023 03:55

Subject:

Re: Getting sick and tired with Lego shipments.

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In General, RecycledBrick writes:

I have a package with lego.com now and now that I know they UPS this will probably
be my last. They have the worst customer service and the absolute worst drivers.
I will take FedEx over UPS all the time

Our Dutch Lego parcels are delivered by DPD but it is Lego that packs them in
Vilvoorde Belgium.
The outer box has about 50% leftover space, is quite thinly cardboard etc.
So I can’t blame the shipper, it is Lego that is to blame.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Nov 23, 2023 13:12

Subject:

Re: Getting sick and tired with Lego shipments.

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In General, Hubby writes:

Sorry to heard this, having exactly the same issues with my last 10 shipments
from TLG, all sets have either dents or are totally damaged.

Have reported this several times, seems quality of the packaging is no longer
one of their concerns, it needs to be green and cheap for them. As a compensation
I've 100 VIP points for all those shipments.

Same with me although they gave me some more.

My last parcel was completely destroyed as Adhesive tape used is a very cheap,
with water-based glue and recyclable paper and is 100% recyclable, so very "green".
But the challenge is that it doesn't hold the parcel properly.

I had an answer from Lego by email about 2 weeks ago with a different order,
they mentioned they are looking for a better way to pack the Lego and still have
less impact on the environment.
Here the Dutch text:

De problemen met beschadigingen die ontstaan door sets die over elkaar heen schuiven
zijn bij ons bekend. Om het milieu te ontzien is ervoor gekozen om geen grote
hoeveelheden extra verpakkingsmaterialen te gebruiken. Dit heeft helaas tot gevolg
dat sets beschadigd kunnen raken. Momenteel worden er verpakkingsmachines getest
die een verpakking produceren die exact om de sets heen pakken, en met succes.
Het zal echter nog wel even duren voor dit overal breed kan worden ingezet.

If this continues, I will only buy from BL or BO then.

I had to send a few of the most badly damaged sets back to Belgium where they
have a storage centre.
No problem at all with this but I did had to e-mail them with their request to
pack it in the best possible way to avoid damage.
You do understand I had the need to call them to ask them how they dare to ask
this to a customer.
And yes, I packed them carefully in bubblewrap like they should have done.
Due to the fact they have an uncommon postal service I had to make a small cardrive
to deliver it.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Nov 23, 2023 12:52

Subject:

Re: Getting sick and tired with Lego shipments.

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In General, cosmicray writes:

In General, Nubs_Select writes:

Dosnt sound like fun

it’s weird tho as all the packages I get are filled with
brown paper so things are in great condition usually (although the only sets
I’ve gotten as of late are gwp)

Obvious (to me) that your orders are being filled from a different warehouse
than the EU ones. If TLG is farming out the fulfillment, it may well be different
organizations handling it.

Nita Rae

Here a picture of the way it was packed, I made a small video but that is too
large to e-mail to Lego and not possible to place here.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Nov 23, 2023 12:10

Subject:

Getting sick and tired with Lego shipments.

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Out of the last 5 orders I made at Lego Shop@home all had damaged sets with dents,
large creases, partially squashed boxes etc. So in all 5 orders almost all boxes
where damaged. Before this year I had these damages in about 50% of the orders
but not all boxes inside the shipments were damaged. At this moment 100% is more
(mostly more) or less damaged. And yes, of course I contacted Lego and they let
me return shipments and reshipped replacement sets (that also were damaged) or
gave me some extra Insiderpoints.
Lego provides large outer boxes that are filled for less than 50% with sets without
any protection, the sets have too much space for movement. No large airbubbles,
brown paper or whatever.

And although I provide them with pictures, return shipments etc. I do get tired
of it, it gives me the feeling of loosing credibility although it is their mistake.
Their service is good most of the time but a good service starts with a good
product at the first place.

Today I send them a message ‘if I place a new order please remind me I shouldn’t
have done this’.
It really annoys me and is getting under my skin a bit.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Nov 17, 2023 11:02

Subject:

Re: My store still close.. Why??

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Technical Issues

In Technical Issues, Deabricks writes:

Since November 8, they closed my store for verification after the page was hacked.
I already sent all the documentation again and it is the day that they have not
yet authorized it.

Does this happen to anyone else?

I think you need to unlock it yourself.
You have a green square for buying and selling, this should mean all is ready
to go.
The lock means you need to unlock it on your own ‘my Bricklink’ or whatever it
is called.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Nov 1, 2023 04:50

Subject:

Re: Just out of curiosity...

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In General, Stuart9 writes:

No idea but I know a single brick sold for £200.

You know because you bought it?
If so, show us a picture, would be nice to see.

In General, sasquatch_eater writes:

Does anyone know what the most expensive single lot ever to be sold on bricklink
was and how much it went for?

--Claude

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Sep 26, 2023 13:57

Subject:

Re: Antman mistake new Marvel 2.

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In Catalog Identification, axaday writes:

In Catalog Identification, tonnic writes:

So, I think, the Bricklinker that put this inventory into the system made a mistake.

That Bricklinker tried to put a new Antman into the catalog, but this one went
in because LEGO says it is the same piece. They just aren't super consistent
with the print.

No offense meant by the word Bricklinker.

On a small scale of this Ant Man there are that much differences that printingerrors
or inconsistencies do not seem logical.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Sep 26, 2023 12:44

Subject:

Antman mistake new Marvel 2.

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I was trying to put the micro statue of Ant Man from the new Marvel 2 Goliath
CMF series into my inventory.
When I checked the micro statue I noticed differences between this new Ant Man
and the one that was put into the inventory of Goliath.
So, I think, the Bricklinker that put this inventory into the system made a mistake.

The differences are mostly seen in the silvered print.
The new one, see my own picture, hasn’t got the silver print at the neck, the
silver print above the hips are square and do not have a smaller line, the silver
leg print is thinner than on the older one.

[p= 90398pb044]

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Aug 30, 2023 04:31

Subject:

Re: Variant Mold Blocked open stud sw0418

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Catalog Requests

In Catalog Requests, Cloudyskys writes:

sw0418 Has a variant mold. Blocked open stud exists as well as Hollow stud. Please
add variant option as related item.

I am not surprised, wasn’t it around 2012 these heads changed from blocked open
stud (triangle) to hollow stud?

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Aug 21, 2023 12:05

Subject:

Re: Minifigures in 852947 glued to magnet base?

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LEGO products

In LEGO products, Lego_My_Waffle writes:

I recently acquired the Kit Fisto, Barriss Offee & Captain Jag magnet set, new
and sealed in original packaging (852947). I would like to list it for sale on
my site, however I am unsure of whether or not the minifigures are glued to the
magnet stands or not.

I have seen mixed answers online: thebrickblogger has a page detailing glued
and unglued sets saying these minifigures are not glued, and other online sources
say to check the packaging, which should say if they are glued together or not.
This packaging does not have a notification saying these figures are glued. However,
there are also pictures and websites showing these figures as glued down. I'd
hate to list this gear set incorrectly, but I'm also loathe to open the set
just to find out.

Does anyone know if this set's (852947) minifigures are glued to the magnet
base or not?

If I am right the package always says if it is glued or not, just check the backside
of the cardboard.
And, although Bricklink doesn’t mention it, most of the glued minifigs have parts
that are not glued like head, headgear.
Most of the time legs and torso are glued.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jul 25, 2023 15:44

Subject:

Re: Coincidence or?

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In General, psusaxman2000 writes:

In General, tonnic writes:

A few weeks ago I had an order from a (semi?) professional organization that
is a buyer on Bricklink but a seller elsewhere in the Netherlands. There was
no payment and worst of all no communication from this buyer.
No communication after extra emails as a reminder. So I started and completed
an NPB.
Just after I did this buyer had an NPB from another seller.

Today I got an order from the same city but not the same by name. A zero feedback
buyer that paid quickly.
So all good news?
Well, I am not too sure since the payment was done by the same organization that
has 2 names (they fused from 2 to 1 organization).
To be fair, I am a bit anxious about it.

Should I contact the buyer and tell my concerns and or questions regarding this
order and the organization?

Report the member ids here to have the account(s) merged.
https://www.bricklink.com/problemMember.asp

Thanks for both your answers!

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jul 25, 2023 13:54

Subject:

Coincidence or?

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Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jul 20, 2023 07:34

Subject:

Re: Minifigure identification

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In Help, JoJoKenyon writes:

Hi all, you were so fabulous last time I had an identifiable minifigure, I wondered
whether I could ask for your help again.

Found this one in the bottom of a box. Not sure whether the hair is the original
hair. Face looks a little bit worn. Is it Lego or a Lego lookalike? Legs look
the same as Lego at the back with the circles cut out.

Did the usual searches on everywhere and can't find anything like it ...
anybody come across this one before?

I wouldn’t even want to know what minifig it is.
I hope you will not do anything else other than keeping it or throw it away.
You call that face looks ‘a liitle bit worn’, it is in very bad shape, there
is a dent on the torso and a few on the legs.
I hope you see the problems with this minifig.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jul 10, 2023 04:45

Subject:

Re: Plant flower 4728 color red

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Catalog

In Catalog, Nicolasamico37 writes:

In Catalog, bolsjek_msn_com writes:

I found one of these (see pictures)
But can't find it listed used in any set.
Very happy for any help here.

Hi,
This RED flower is used in 84 sets

4728 Plant Flower 2 x 2 Rounded - Open Stud
Parts: Plant {Red}

Nicolas

How can you miss this with a known number.
You must be turning red now.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jul 10, 2023 04:42

Subject:

Re: i want to sell stuff

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In General, Wiggwald writes:

hi i'm a ten year old boy looking to sell some stuff with my parents permission.
i know that i need a positive review first what can i do to make sure i get one
on my first purchase?

You don’t need a positive review, you only need to be 18+, that is a legal age
(here) to do business.

Even if your parents gave you permission you are not allowed to sell here.
If your parents would like to sell it is fine but they need to do the work like
communication, taking or making payments etc.
If, by any chance, things could go wrong and you as a 10 year old boy are pulling
the strings things can go wrong since you are not at an age of legal and binding
contracts. Maybe not a real problem for you but more for a potential buyer and/or
your parents.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jul 5, 2023 10:19

Subject:

Re: Why i'm getting these messages for Bricklink?

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Technical Issues

In Technical Issues, Bricks_And_More writes:

This is the second time i'm getting the message below. received today. Payment
date is far from soon. On the invoice it said: Payment due Aug 4, 2023.
I don't get it.

BrickLink Payment Reminder

Hello Bricks_And_More,

This is a friendly reminder that your payment for BrickLink services is due soon.
You can view a summary of your invoice below for June 2023 BrickLink services.

I annoyed me too, feels very unfriendly, almost threatening.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jul 2, 2023 18:23

Subject:

Re: Threats

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In Problem Order, PlanetEarthToys writes:

In Problem Order, tonnic writes:

In Problem Order, PlanetEarthToys writes:

In Problem Order, SylvainLS writes:

In Problem Order, PlanetEarthToys writes:

[…]
presenting someone with an ultimatum is extotion. regardless of where it happens
or who is issuing the ultimatum.

simple example of Extortion - "do this or else this other thing happens"

With that definition, sellers are “extorting” money from their buyers….

sellers have zero control over my buyers making ppurchases & paying for items.
what are you talking about...?

feel free to explain how a self-checkout, buyer pays with paypal situation where
the seller is forcing the buyer to pay anything.

You cannot read between the lines of Sylvain? It is called humor, maybe not funny
for all of us but in any case it is not serious (although you can never be too
sure with both Sylvains, must me something in their names or maybe just because
they are French).
However did you get positive feedback only?
After reading your comments, and yes we do live in a democracy and you are free
to say what you want, I would never buy from you, maybe your feedbacks are positive
only due to…(no, I am not writing it).

we are USA only, you can't buy from us anyways...

Lucky me.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jul 2, 2023 18:17

Subject:

Re: Threats

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In Problem Order, PlanetEarthToys writes:

In Problem Order, SylvainLS writes:

In Problem Order, PlanetEarthToys writes:

[…]
presenting someone with an ultimatum is extotion. regardless of where it happens
or who is issuing the ultimatum.

simple example of Extortion - "do this or else this other thing happens"

With that definition, sellers are “extorting” money from their buyers….

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jul 2, 2023 18:11

Subject:

Re: Threats

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In Problem Order, PlanetEarthToys writes:

In Problem Order, jennnifer writes:

In Problem Order, PlanetEarthToys writes:

welcome to Civilized Society

what you describe sounds like extortion. you started off the conversation with
the seller by issuing him an ultimatum, thus threatening him by saying "you
either do this or i keep what i received & you have to refund".
his response seems fitting for how you describe your initial interaction with
him. try a different route.

check his return policy , but if paypal was the payment processor, 99% sure you
will have to pay to return the merchadise for a refund. check their policy as
well

You are way off base here. Extortion? Threats? Really?

If a seller sends you the wrong item and wants it returned, they absolutely pay
for the return shipping.

~Jen

it's a simple return to sender in the same package using same tracking #
or buyer pays to return what was received.
ask paypal.

presenting someone with an ultimatum is extotion. regardless of where it happens
or who is issuing the ultimatum.

simple example of Extortion - "do this or else this other thing happens"

I think you are totally wrong and that is me saying it in a kind way.
I see others mentioned why the seller is wrong and why you are wrong but you
are too persistent in your believe.
Why should a buyer pay return shipping for something they did not order.
Sellers mistakes, sellers loss (in form of payment and/or minifig).
As a seller I would let the buyer keep the wrongly send minifig (specially looking
at the value of the minifig and also the shippingcosts of the return) and send
the right one. If I would want this minifig returned to my place I would pay
for it.
It is al about simple and good customers service.
I would even be glad the buyer mentioned it so a seller could take the wrongly
send minfig out of his or hers inventory so a potential buyer cannot order this
while the seller already shipped it to someone else.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jun 29, 2023 10:22

Subject:

Re: Passing on my store to someone else.

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In Help, SurplusParts writes:

Am i able to eventually pass my store onto someone else?

Just currently updating my will and would like to leave all my LEGO to my Godson
in the event that something happens to me.

This sounds really serious, I hope it is a precaution, just in case of…
You can leave your Lego inventory to your godson, maybe make a sort of file of
it but as you mentioned he cannot take over your feedback.
He can take your storename with, maybe, a little bit of a change.
I wish you all the best!

Can he then continue the store if he sees fit?

I am aware that you can't sell your store and feedback, but this would just
be a continuation.

Hopefully it won't be for a while

Cheers

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jun 28, 2023 10:47

Subject:

Iemand geïnteresseerd in Jango Fetts pen helm

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LANG Nederlands

Ik heb een mooie chroom metallic helm van Jango Fett afkomstig van een Lego pen
P2143 en p2146.
De helm is van een originele Lego pen waar ze een iets andere soort plastic voor
hebben gebruikt dan de standaard Lego kunststof. De helm past perfect op een
minifig, de stud is open voor een schroefdraad tbv de pen, is niet gemerkt.
Zie mijn foto’s, heb je interesse dan hoor ik dat graag vie een PM. Omdat er
geen vergelijkbare items verkocht zijn of worden hoor ik graag een bod. De verkoop
gaat dan gewoon via Bricklink d.m.v. mijn winkel met het item gereserveerd op
naam. De helm gaat dan naar degene met het hoogste bod, ik overleg dit trouwens
niet met andere bieders omdat ik de prijs niet wil opdrijven of geïnteresseerden
tegen elkaar wil uitspelen. Net zoals in mijn Bricklinkwinkel wordt er alleen
verstuurd in Nederland.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jun 25, 2023 22:10

Subject:

Re: To complete or not to complete?

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In General, KACL writes:

In General, ghyde writes:

In General, KACL writes:

Hi!
My store just opened recently and I have sets to add. Some are used and missing
pieces. I’m wondering if it’s better to buy them then sell as complete and used
or just sell as incomplete?

I’d appreciate any feedback from buyers or sellers.

Thanking you in advance,

Karen

It depends on whether they're using older period era pieces, if the bricks
are an older type a collector should have all of the same type of parts included
in the set. Because finding the same type of piece originally used can be difficult
and time consuming, you might be better off letting collectors decide if they
want an incomplete set, and collect the missing parts themselves.

Incomplete sets must be sold as such, please ensure that the listing is correct
before releasing it for sale in your store.

Cheers ...

ghyde

Thank you both for your feedback. The most current set I own is from 2007 but
that one is new, never opened. The others are older and I have list of what is
missing and planned to include those lists when I add them to my store. I will
be very upfront about what is missing and what the box looks like. I t probably
would be more difficult to track down the 1970-1990,s versions of the missing
pieces. Funny I have parts missing but a whole lot of extra parts with no set.
Kids!

You should also know that as a seller you may very well sell parts at a certain
point that you need a week later to complete a set.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jun 2, 2023 06:28

Subject:

Re: Lego or Chinese?

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In Off Topic, Nicolasamico37 writes:

In Off Topic, tec writes:

2 halfbeams
top one is outlier, bottom resembles all other beams
color is equal
both works with other parts
both WITHOUT "Lego"

ancient Lego or Lepin/chinese?

Hi,

The part upside is not a LEGO part.
The part downside seems to be LEGO.

Be careful, even if the LEGO logo is not on every parts, if you don't see
it, it could be there

Even if there is no Lego logo at all it can be real.

Surrounded in red, the LEGO logo.
Surrounded in purple, the part number.

Nicolas

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

May 29, 2023 11:26

Subject:

Re: RARE Fisherman Minifigure now available!

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In Sales, StrayFloatStore writes:

The fisherman minifigure from the Old Fishing Store LEGO Set is now available
at the StrayFloatStore!

Sought after, not rare. Sorry, as an art lover I needed to say this (again).

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

May 29, 2023 11:22

Subject:

Re: Super Battle Droids Marked?

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Just check the Bricklink search system.
Choose: forum (instead of all items) and search for Super Battle Droids.
No more help is needed I think, it says it all.

In General, GB_Brick_Hero writes:

I have various super battle droids of the regular type/color but curious if each
of the pieces is stamped with Lego...or if so, where? Wasn't sure if some
variants didn't have them.

I don't see the markings on the majority of the pieces I've looked at,
like arms and legs.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks!

J

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

May 23, 2023 16:51

Subject:

Re: HELP!! I'm getting scammed

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In Problem Order, UTLF writes:

PayPal takes money from the scammer's balance, even if there's nothing
in the account, and if they don't pay it off their account gets locked
It's really not a big deal

If I would be a scammer I would take the money and run, this way the account
would be empty within’ a second.
And if it happens once it is not a big deal but it doesn’t happens once I fear.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

May 23, 2023 16:04

Subject:

Re: HELP!! I'm getting scammed

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In Problem Order, CykillsGarage writes:

In Problem Order, StarWarz writes:

So basically I found this guy selling 200+ regular 501st troopers for $5 which
is suspicious. Quickly, all the stock is bought out I bought 52 from him for
$290 total because shipping and sales tax, and I ask him when he would ship,
he said in 2-3 days, then he closed down the store and the store message says
"refunding buyers". Seems like other buyers had an issue same as me.

There was also a negative review saying there was no refund and the seller ghosted.

He also had other suspiciously cheap items like 10 (sealed) (complete) 2022 AT-TEs
for $90 each which were like $140 retail maybe $120 on discount at best so this
makes no sense. Also a ton of complete 2023 501st battle packs for only $10 which
isn't possible, even on discount it's still $12, and $15 retail. I ask
him how the ATTEs are so cheap and that I want to buy some, no response, store
closed.

Should I file for a refund with PayPal before this guy gets away? Is there
a guarantee that PayPal can refund me if this is a scam or what if he closes
his bricklink account and closes PayPal and just disappears what am I supposed

I once purchased a 1970's action figure that was "sealed" and in
an acrylic case. it was for 30 dollars, and I knew it was too good to be true.
it was...... I got refunded though so no harm no foul.

Refunded by who?
Refunded by the so called scammer/seller? No harm done. (Almost no harm).
Refunded by Paypal? Harm has been done. Someone has to pay for these scams, whether
it is Paypal, an insurance or whatever, in the end we all pay for these things.
So, think twice in saying this and think twice in making the step to buy something
when it is ‘too good to be true’.
If you knew (as you say yourself) it was too good to be true you are almost as
wrong as the scammer, you provide them with money as a reward and some extra
‘courage’ to go on with scamming.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

May 23, 2023 12:54

Subject:

Re: Help to identify this part

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In Catalog Identification, Oldmanbristow writes:

Hi all,

Found this part in a bulk buy, but can not find in catalog.

It is definitely a Lego Bionicle item dated 2003, but can't see a part number.

Any help appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

Guy

I think it is from a Bionicle toothbrush.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

May 6, 2023 04:00

Subject:

Re: 1001 bricks is almost there...

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Topic:

Feedback

In Feedback, Darth_Smithy writes:

In Feedback, cycbuild1136 writes:

In Feedback, Ziegelmeister writes:

I Feel like i need to buy something just so I can leave the 50,000th feedback.

Was going to order this for SylvainXL* in Purple since Violet has fewer options.
https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-118727/JoshuaAnton/large-lego-1x1-brick/

But the color and size were a bit underwhelming, so the current idea is using
Bright Bluish Violet / Trans-Purple for a bigger and better brick. But haven't
had enough time to come up with a cool MOC, so it's just an idea.

*and DadsAFOL (49774)

We can place bets on which will get there first, and hand out mass neg fb's
to the one we bet against!

We can also place bets on who’s faster.
Sylvain 1001 bricks to 100.000 or SylvainLS to 39.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

May 6, 2023 03:55

Subject:

Re: 1001 bricks is almost there...

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Topic:

Feedback

In Feedback, peregrinator writes:

In Feedback, 1001bricks writes:

In Feedback, peregrinator writes:

In Feedback, macebobo writes:

...50,000 feedback and the Violet brick. Their store will be 1 of only 9 members
to obtain this status.

Looks like it should happen sometime this weekend.

Congratulation Sylvain and crew. Let the countdown begin.

10!

I can't believe they changed the store's name when they got it!

Oh you !?
Please go back to Punxsutawney or whatever the name is!!!

In 3 weeks I'll be waking to a French sunrise (couleur moutarde)

You know there are a lot of French people in France?
(Me hoping you know ‘what they say about the French).

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Apr 17, 2023 05:54

Subject:

Re: why am i not selling anything

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In Help, Shakkaboo writes:

Hello,
Total 10,068 items in 956 lots available, but no sales.
What can I do better?
Thx
https://store.bricklink.com/Shakkaboo

You cannot see it yourself?

I checked a few of your items. You are more expensive than some others in Austria.
For example, your 2 Star Wars 501st Clone Troopers are €9, 1 or 2 others from
Austria sell these for €3,75/3,80.
More than twice the price and you are a new seller, prices should be far lower.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Apr 11, 2023 10:57

Subject:

Re: Reduce time to complete NPBs

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Topic:

Suggestions

In Suggestions, BUC writes:

Hi! We've seen an increase in NPBs lately which holds up inventory for 12-19
days.

Thanks for reducing the time for filing NPB to 5 days. But can we also reduce
the time it takes to complete the NPB process and cancel the order from 7-14
days to 2 or 3 days?

Where can I find it is 5 days? I once read it before in this forum.
In the English and Dutch version at the Help center I read it still says 7 days.
In a recent NPB I started I couldn’t start it after 5 but still 7 days.

Being that we no longer wait for mail delivery of checks or money orders, 7-8
days total is plenty of time for Buyers to submit payment.

Thanks!

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Apr 7, 2023 06:44

Subject:

Re: Original set from 1976

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In Help, RR395 writes:

Dear Experts,

I have the chance to buy a set from 1976. The seller is telling me that the set
is completely new and was just accidently opened. And the set looks really very
good and the seller sent a photo from the opened box with all the parts inside.
I'm just wondering that the parts are not packed up in a transparent plastic
bag - although the set is declared as new.

Does anybody know if lego uses plastic bags for the parts in 1976?

Of course, my question is a little bit strange, but maybe someone can help.

Best regards and thanks for every hint in advance

Steven

There are sets from older periods that had cardboard and plastic inserts that
hold a few or individual parts in a parts shaped or otherwise formed ‘cavity’.
They didn’t (always) had plastic (or nowadays paper) bags with parts.

If you show us the setnumber we might help you better but maybe you want to keep
others away from your potential buy…

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Apr 7, 2023 06:38

Subject:

Re: looking for Red Side Panels (set 8070)

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Topic:

Searching

In Searching, trevorjansen writes:

hello all . . .

pretty new here on Bricklink but not in the lego world

i'm rebuilding all my old sets and need some extra parts, and specially for
the great 8070 set i need all the red side panels (prefer non stickers, i already
have a new sticker set)

really don't know what happens the last years with this set, but see the
picture i attached, all stickers are damaged and the panels are not red anymore

so if there is someone with the red side panels (all 18)

regards,
Trevor Jansen
Utrecht - The Netherlands

Stickers are amongst the worst parts Lego uses.
They never stuck well enough for years, they dry out, corners and edges are getting
loose, they crack etc.
The bleach of your parts may well be caused by the adhesive of the stickers or
maybe by too much light (or not enough light or ‘normal’ conditions).

I am not a real builder anymore, I scarcely keep sets but when I collected Lego
I always hesitated to use stickers due to all mentioned above.

You have a lot of parts to replace, I hope you can find them with as much ease
as possible!

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Apr 5, 2023 16:07

Subject:

Re: just selling legos star wars

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Topic:

In Selling, daniellego04 writes:

Im selling star wars lego , if u are a big fan of star wars come see my store
and enjoy !!!

)

Once every few days is enough advertisement.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Apr 4, 2023 09:39

Subject:

Re: this color does not exist

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Topic:

In Help, HC writes:

hi,
found this in a batch.
but it does not exixt in red...and with the open hole.
it does have the ''lego'' logo...so it is real lego
prototype maybe??

anyone?

I always believed red is the most used test color since it shows the shape and
therefore flaws the best.
Just like the well known red Darth Vader helmets.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Apr 1, 2023 16:49

Subject:

Re: Possible prototypes????

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In Catalog Identification, Pazzo writes:

Anyone seen those before?

The top of the hinge has the lego logos on the studs, but the bottom half not
yet, I assume a very early prototype fase.

A few years ago I have acquired the collection of Daniel Krentz, designer from
1970/1996

In his collection were lots of gems like these, prototype parts, parts with only
TF or FF in it, and some parts even with partnumber that were never released!

So I know for sure it is genuine Lego, I always wonder how the designers in those
days would go into the factory and try out new things 🤗

If you already knew this, why start a forumpost with ‘possible prototypes????’.

And, although I believe they can well be prototypes, if a 3D printer prints a
part from a real example with a injection mark, wouldn’t it print the injection
mark too?

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Mar 29, 2023 21:21

Subject:

Re: Buyer paid for order then requested refund

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Topic:

In Help, Brickwilbo writes:

In Help, 1001bricks writes:

In Help, Brickwilbo writes:

In Help, A.R.M writes:

Hi All,

This is a strange one ... I had a buyer (zero feedback) purchase a set, pay for
it in full via bank transfer, then request to cancel and refund due to "unseen
financial issues".
This was 9 days ago and I've sent them several (6) messages via Bricklink
requesting their bank transfer details (No Paypal or other money transfer type)
and I've received no reply.
I can't see how this can be a scam seeing as I have the funds sitting in
my bank account, it's over $300, they've provided no phone number, and
for record keeping purposes I'm not messaging/emailing them outside of Bricklink.
Is this a case of small-time money laundering, or something else?

Thanks,
Adam

What information do you need more from the buyer, besides their bank account,
name and the amount, to make a banktransfer back?

This. But in general and for security reasons, when you receive a transfer you
don't get the originated bank account number.

We do see that bank accountnumberin the Netherlands.

All I need to do is to click on the payment and return the (partial when for
instance I charged an extra stamp) payment.
I can see their banknumber, name and the amount that was paid to me.
So in our case it is very easy to do.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Mar 24, 2023 13:50

Subject:

Re: This is NOT the definition of "New"

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Topic:

In Selling, petemoss187 writes:

When listing the Bagpiper, Series 7 minifigure as not coming with the stand and
accessories, then it is NOT NEW.

New means that the product is delivered with everything that came in the poly
bag.

Without the stand and accessories, it is "Used."

List your products correctly!

This would mean all Lego that is taken out of a package like a box, bag, foil
etc. isn’t new anymore.

So in these cases all parts, minifigs, stickersheets, baseplates etc. are used
in your opinion?

That is a strange way of thinking.

What you call used is just incomplete and if mentioned it is perfectly good.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Mar 18, 2023 01:37

Subject:

Re: Are these LEGO?

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Topic:

In Catalog Identification, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

In Catalog Identification, inroberts writes:

Are these Lego? If so, does anyone have a part number? Thanks

Are there any Lego markings on them?

What if there are no Lego marks on the part, just a question out of curiosity.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Mar 12, 2023 14:38

Subject:

Re: Suggestion for crowbar LEGO tool?

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Topic:

My Own Creation

In My Own Creation, zorbanj writes:

Thanks for the link, great tips on using a brick separator.

In My Own Creation, randyf writes:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUvcbYsxIis

By using the separator for ‘stripping’ multiple tiles from a plate there is a
large chance of making a scratch on your plate.
So be careful or do not use it in that way.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Mar 8, 2023 04:55

Subject:

Re: Order Status Received- Completed

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Topic:

In Sales, SylvainLS writes:

In Sales, wildchicken13 writes:

Another Silvain? Oh, dear…

1. Silvia N (I don’t know why you all can’t see the difference between IA and
AI.)

I do not know either.
IA is the sound of a donkey, AI of artificial intelligence.
On the other hand, now that I read it the difference isn’t that much.

2. Use the rules you were tought in kindergarten: Don’t disparage parents, clothes,
or names… or you risk ending up on the rotisserie.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Mar 6, 2023 06:33

Subject:

Re: Items in my basket have all disappeared

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Topic:

I guess you only left them in your basket and done nothing else with them.

You probably should have bought the parts you needed in badges making ‘sub orders’
that would finally make a complete order.

When you put items in a basket they are not reserved for you until you checked
out.
If someone else has the same parts at the same time or at least before you checked
out the items will disappear from your basket.

So, next time, check out with part of the order you want to end with, make a
note for the seller to keep the order open for a while, add items to the new
basket in the same store, they will be added to the first part of the order and
cumulate until you are really finished making 1 order and it secures your basket.

In Help, joyw72 writes:

Hi
I have been adding items to orders for the last 2 days and they are now all saying
either 'system error' or 'out of stock'. When I tried to add
an item to one of the stores it added that item but deleted all the others. I
really don't want my orders to disappear as I've spent ages adding them
and will not remember which stores had which items. Any advice/help appreciated.
Thanks

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Mar 2, 2023 12:36

Subject:

Re: mold lines

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Topic:

In General, ihave36paws writes:

Has anyone else noticed that the mold lines show a lot on Pearl Gold parts 2587pb22
and 973pb0569c01?

It is very visible on pearl gold minifig parts, sometimes it looks like legs
and torso are cracked but most of the time they are very visible seams/mold lines.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Mar 2, 2023 04:24

Subject:

Re: appraisal rare set Sky UK & Lego Batman movie

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Topic:

In Price Guide, Briquenovice writes:

In Price Guide, pcthurman writes:

In Price Guide, Briquenovice writes:

Hello brick connoisseurs,

I heard through the grapevine (aka youtube) that this website is the best for
anything related to Lego.

I am planning to list for sale a very rare set (was told a 100 made) on
here potentially and was wondering if this community can guide me on what of
sort of price I should list it at, let's say if you had in your possession.

Context:

Sky is a one of the largest telecommunications provider in the UK and was running
an advertising campaign in 2017 alongside the Lego Batman movie for its broadband
services (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SG9XFYU4oGM).
A friend of mine was working for them in a callcentre and was gifted the set
while working there a while back and decided to simply give it to me since they
had no longer any interest in it anymore.

I was not able to find any information about the set anywhere. Not listed here
nor on brickmaster.com.

Thank you in advance!

I have had the opportunity to work with a large company that did something similar.
They wanted to create a set of their Logo out of Lego bricks. A team at corporate
designed the set, sourced the bricks from Lego (my suggestion), sourced the instructions
and boxes from a different company and then handed them out to company associates
at a bi-yearly meeting. My husband received one of these sets at that meeting
and while it is made with Lego and has a box and instructions, I don't believe
it would be considered a Lego sanctioned set. As such, it would not be allowed
to be sold on Bricklink, my conjecture.

It is my opinion that the Telecommunications company SKY probably did something
similar.

Cass T

I found a Reddit post regarding this set:

https://www.reddit.com/r/lego/comments/jnwfey/i_won_this_limited_edition_only_100_made_at_work/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf

And one of the comments suggests it was licensed.

If you mean the headline of the article ‘SKY BROADBAND TECH TEAM IN MINIFIGURE
FORM FOR THE BATMAN MOVIE’ I didn’t read it. Also not in the other text. I didn’t
saw the video.
It is just saying, and that is my opinion, they made a scene in minifig form
for the Batman Movie. This can mean you are right, it also can mean they made
something up for themselves with a connection of Sky Broadband and the Batman
Movie, in the latter case non licensed scene but real Lego.

And this article: https://minifigpriceguide.com/wordpress/sky-broadband-tech-team-in-minifigure-form-for-the-batman-movie/

with a comment from a person suggesting there is only 3 sets.

Would it be worth contacting Lego directly to enquire?

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 27, 2023 11:13

Subject:

Re: How far

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Topic:

In General, Leftoverbricks writes:

In General, Witch writes:

In General, cycbuild1136 writes:

In General, Witch writes:

Hi. If you would like to meet someone for example from Bricklink, even as just
a friend.. How far would you go?
Next building/street/town/state/hundreds of kilometers/other country?

If i would travel to other country, i would like the combination of both me going
there anyway to see town itself and to meet someone to spend time for example
going to town to shops or to a cafe or walking in a park or to nature... Many
kinds of mostly daytime things. 🙂
Thanks if any replies...

Doesn't count, but I have family on the other side of the America (a BL seller
in Pittsburgh).

Realistically, as far as Germany and the Netherlands. Old friends and old men
who might buy me a beer and let me touch their Lego.

Ok, i have travelled both to Netherlands and to Germany, but i have not met there
people from internet .. Only one shop seller that sold comic related stuff like
Suske en Wiske in Netherlands. 🙂 I bought from his shop nice decorations to
that theme Suske en Wiske and a few comics many years ago. 🙂 I still love those
comics. 😁

You're welcome in Zwolle!
Or in Utrecht, where I work. There are 5 comic book stores in Utrecht...

And a Legoshop! A real one.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 27, 2023 10:31

Subject:

Re: How far

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Topic:

In General, Witch writes:

In General, tonnic writes:

In General, Witch writes:

I would only want to travel 1 block.

Hi 😁 Ok 🙂 Same time listening to New Kids on the Block with "Right stuff"?
?

Ha, good one.
Although I am an eighties music lover it wasn’t the New Kids on the Block I was
listening to.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 27, 2023 06:35

Subject:

Re: How far

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Topic:

In General, Witch writes:

I would only want to travel 1 block.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 26, 2023 12:24

Subject:

Re: Value of Harry Potter transparent minifigure

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Topic:

Even if it is made from Lego parts in the Lego factory it is considered as a
non Lego minifig.

There are many trans minifigs, almost always Star Wars minifigs, in different
trans colors that are illegally made by Lego factory employees.
They made them unauthorized during working time or in spare time but fully illegal
to make extra money besides their work.
Therefore these trans minfigs cannot be sold on this website that deals in legal
Lego products.

If you want to sell this minifig than on other non official Lego site. There
are collectors for these ‘things’.

In Price Guide, lbailer writes:

Hi
I have a Harry Potter transparent minifigure with an invisibility cloak and wand.
I cannot find any information about this figure or its value. Does anyone have
any information about this or can steer me in the right direction?
TIA

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 20, 2023 06:59

Subject:

Re: Found necklace

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Topic:

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Found this little necklace in a box of items, anyone understand the symbols ?

Not sure which way round it should be but I expect as photo 1.

There is 1 symbol I recognize: 925, so a high standard Sterling silver.
My Arabic (?) is very rusty.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 19, 2023 16:05

Subject:

Re: appraisal rare set Sky UK & Lego Batman movie

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Topic:

In Price Guide, Briquenovice writes:

I am always a bot cautious regarding calling things rare.

In this case I have my doubts, not specially about ‘100 made’ but more in other
ways.
Looking at the white bricks of the van they are quite discolored and seems to
be of quite an earlier date than the minifigs.
Also the way they look to be side by side looks like older Lego too, the gap
between them is quite large. But, of course, I might be wrong in seeing the yellowed
white and it can occur in newer sunbathed Lego.

So I think someone designed it for this particular event, most likely a non Lego
designer, not someone with a vivid imagination, so no real Lego product in design.

I cannot say anything about desirability, that is up to the specific collectors.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 19, 2023 03:46

Subject:

Re: Selling Jango Fett miniifigure ( angry)!

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Topic:

In Sales, Collectorguy49 writes:

Selling JAngo Fett minifigure!!!!

I do not really understand this:
New. No scratches or bitemarks. Good condition.

That should be obvious, specially the bitemarks.
I seldom see them when I take minifigs from a sealed box.

So is it new or used but in very good condition?

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 16, 2023 14:48

Subject:

Re: Inventory Change Request for Minifigure hol300

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Topic:

Inventories Requests

In Inventories Requests, Turez writes:

Please make changes to the following inventory:

hol300 (Inv) Fairy Girl
Minifigures: LEGO Brand: LEGO Brand Store: Build-A-Minifigure: Holiday & Event: Easter

* Change 1 Part Bright Pink {973pb4196c01 Torso Top with Dark Pink Butterflies, Heart Necklace and White Flowers without Back Print Pattern (BAM) / Yellow Arms / Yellow Hands to 973pb4175c01 Torso Top with Dark Pink Butterflies, Heart Necklace and White Flowers Pattern / Yellow Arms / Yellow Hands}

Comments from Submitter:
I have this figure from a LEGO store in front of me on my desk.
Also, the torso in the inventory does not match the torso shown in the minifigure image.

Of course I do not know what torso you had, if it was connected to the same parts
as the rest of the minifig but I always feared BAM minifigs would lead to something
like this. I think BAM minifigs have a large possibility of being mixed up.
Lego shops make their own BAM minifigs from parts.
I am almost certain from directions of Lego itself, at least that is what I believe
why they are similar in different countries.
But leftovers of these parts go into the large BAM, therefore I think there is
always a possibility of putting parts together that do not create a real minifig
as it was supposed to be.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 16, 2023 14:22

Subject:

Re: Is this piece original?

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Topic:

In Help, ghyde writes:

In Help, yorbrick writes:

In Help, Danielsg94 writes:

Please take a look at this steering wheel.
Is it an original one?
It does look different, but I know that sometimes even original pieces looked
different.

I bought this piece on this website.

Tell the seller. Probably a stupid mistake, as even genuine ones are almost worthless.

If they're genuine the seller won't get into any trouble with BrickLink
if properly described when listing. LEGO products sold properly and correctly
on BrickLink will not land the seller in any trouble whatsoever and may generate
more orders from customers who find these pieces to their liking.

Cheers ...

ghyde

Huh?

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 16, 2023 13:39

Subject:

Re: Is this piece original?

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Topic:

In Help, Danielsg94 writes:

Please take a look at this steering wheel.
Is it an original one?
It does look different, but I know that sometimes even original pieces looked
different.

No Lego in my opinion.
Less quality, more visible seam, thicker than the Lego version/too crude.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 16, 2023 06:42

Subject:

Re: ㅤ

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Topic:

Words are overrated. Sometimes it is best to say nothing.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 13, 2023 10:47

Subject:

Re: Fakes!!!

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Topic:

Buying

In Buying, mungogerry writes:

Most interesting part already is I can’t find one thing regarding fakes.
Not one topic or comment
Not one section whatsoever

If it’s there,it’s not obvious!

So today three fakes turned up.Seller hasn’t responded as yet but he may well
not even know,I’m trying to stay composed but I’m annoyed for sure.
Loose arm,one seems to have teeth🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️,the other two don’t.One has faded
red part on torso print,other two have a more vibrant colour.All three heads
have an open hole underneath with a triangular pattern,every other figure I already
own and checked don’t have this.

So….. who else has been faked and what’s Bricklink or Lego doing about it?

As for Chinese sellers,AVOID!

Ps i would post photos but as usual there’s an issue with that

Besides the condition that most likely is an issue and needs to be taken care
of there is this thing:
You need to educate yourself in buying, selling and collecting Lego.
Not all Lego is marked, sometimes not because of age, size (like older lightsaber
blades 4L), shape of parts etc.
Of course the ‘triangle head’ can’t have a mark but this triangle is used for
many years, it is that common that I am a bit surprised you never came across
one before. Fakes that I know always have a closed stud but without Lego marking
on them.
Older small parts might not have LEGO on them due to the fact a tiny LEGO mark
like on a bar 4L is something that is only possible for a relatively short time.
Putting a tiny LEGO mark inside a mould is an expensive and difficult thing to
do, I guess it is done by a laser or some sophisticated process, something they
couldn’t do years and years ago.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 11, 2023 11:12

Subject:

Re: Questions about condition expectations

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Topic:

In Problem Order, lukereiser writes:

I recently had an issue with a seller (my first ever issue buying on Bricklink).

Immediately upon opening the bag I saw that these figs were incredibly beat up.
Like ever fig had scuffs, many were discolored, so I immediately reported some
of the issues.

His reaction was what I would call unprofessional and let me know that because
they were "Used" that its okay for them to be discolored and even have
cracked feet.

I eventually let him know that there were a handful figs that I just wouldn't
accept (one with severe discoloration, 2 with cracked feet, 1 wrong fig, 1 torso
damage, 1 head damage)

Even with these figs he gave me a hard time and wants me to cover return shipping.
I'm still feeling salty about this transaction as even the other figs (not
these 5) are all very beat up and really can barely be used and very likely not
sold.

I sell a lot on WhatNot and barely any of these would really be considered acceptable
there, so I would be surprised if they would here, especially with no condition
remarks.

Are cracked feet, damage like this and this level of discoloration acceptable
for "Used" figs with no additional comments, sold at average or above
average prices?

Also are sellers expected to wash their figures? A lot of figures were covered
in disgusting yellow grime. I'm unsure how much will come off, hopefully
all of it.

Unacceptable!
Those I would never sell, not as minifigs, not as parts.
Maybe the parts that are good but yours are in very bad shape.
I would want my money back and this would include shippingcosts.
So if the seller is not cooperative I would start a Paypal dispute.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 10, 2023 08:58

Subject:

Re: 80% OFF Closing Down Sale!

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In Sales, EmblaRonja writes:

Is this some kind of joke or just a scam?

Prices in store looks more like 80 % up...

Well, I didn’t think about a joke or a scam but I was amazed by the prices.
A C-3PO for €14 (already taken 80% of…) while I can buy a very good one in the
Netherlands on Bricklink for about €2,50.
I could travel to Australia (and maybe even back) for the amount of €’s I would
save on his prices…

Even so, good luck in trying to sell your inventory (with the emphasis on trying
I think).

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 9, 2023 08:50

Subject:

Re: Black falcon shield on front & back of torso

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Topic:

LEGO products

In LEGO products, psusaxman2000 writes:

In LEGO products, Jeromemesnier writes:

In LEGO products, Akir writes:

In LEGO products, Jeromemesnier writes:

Hello everyone,

I own several minifig black falcon knights and they all have the black falcon
shield on the front of the torso. But I found one who has the black falcon shield
on the front and on the back of the torso. Is this normal? Is it a special edition?

Thank you very much for your answers and have a nice day.
Jérôme

Never seen that before; how old is the torso/how does it look on the inside?

Hello Akir,

Here are some other pictures of the torso, I can't find any information about
this type of Lego part. The piece looks authentic LEGO

Check the pictures again and see the OP made pictures from both sides, check
the helmet for orientation.

That fig looks pretty warn. I would guess that someone just removed the arms
and put them back on the opposite side, turning it around.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 6, 2023 11:30

Subject:

Re: Can I connect 2 6060's at the bottom?

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Topic:

My Own Creation

In My Own Creation, Leftoverbricks writes:

In My Own Creation, tonnic writes:

In My Own Creation, Leftoverbricks writes:

Hi all,
It there a way to (legally) seamlessly connect the bottoms (anti studs) of 2x

6060 Arch 1 x 6 x 3 1/3 Curved Top
Parts: Arch {White}

?
See picture, I'ld like the bows connected.

Depending how tight it must be you could use this part (maybe):

4274 Technic, Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges
Parts: Technic, Pin

A half pin fits on one end (with a bit of force) but the rim adds 2 LDU so there's
no seamless connection possible.

Thanks anyway

I checked it before my answer and I hoped it was small enough for your purpose.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 6, 2023 10:38

Subject:

Re: Can I connect 2 6060's at the bottom?

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Topic:

My Own Creation

In My Own Creation, Leftoverbricks writes:

Hi all,
It there a way to (legally) seamlessly connect the bottoms (anti studs) of 2x

6060 Arch 1 x 6 x 3 1/3 Curved Top
Parts: Arch {White}

?
See picture, I'ld like the bows connected.

Depending how tight it must be you could use this part (maybe):

4274 Technic, Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges
Parts: Technic, Pin

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 5, 2023 12:41

Subject:

Re: 2% on everything 10210/10185 included

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Topic:

In Sales, BRICKSTORE.de writes:

Check out 2% discount on complete store. 90% of my inventory is already the cheapest
in EU + 2% discount

Wow, you almost knocked me of my feet! 2%!

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 2, 2023 11:18

Subject:

Re: More chatGPT

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Topic:

In Off Topic, BricksOfFaith writes:

In Off Topic, tonnic writes:

In Off Topic, BricksOfFaith writes:

Me: What is the grammatically correct way to use the word legos

ChatGPT: The correct way to refer to individual Lego bricks is "Lego bricks"
or simply "Legos." "Legos" is a commonly used term and is widely
recognized, although some people might argue that it is not technically correct.
It is a matter of personal preference and usage. In any case, using "Lego
bricks" or "Legos" is grammatically correct

You’re welcome nubs 😂

Lego once said ‘Legos’ isn’t correct. Lego is always a plural.
Lego is the name of the factory, only 1 brand, LEGO means ‘play well’ or in Danish
Leg Godt, in Latin ‘to gather, to collect’, sometimes I see it means ‘to assemble’
but in fact I only know medical Latin or some Latin I learned from Asterix…

So who’s right then? TLG? Or a super computer?

I think the inventor.
Not the one of the computer but the one that invented Lego.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 2, 2023 11:16

Subject:

Re: Minifigure graveyard ;)

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Topic:

In General, pcthurman writes:

In General, maxx3001 writes:

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Just found a minifigure graveyard, possible conquistador era.

Damn, I found their gravestones

Why would gravestones be in a museum?

I think because most (valuable) robberies are done by museums.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 2, 2023 11:14

Subject:

Re: Minifigure graveyard ;)

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Topic:

In General, SylvainLS writes:

In General, tonnic writes:

[…]
No, I don’t like French…cheese.

Me hoping French do have some humor otherwise it gets cheesy.

(with a French accent)
Edam, that’s a gouda one!

Dutch members of Bricklink only know:
Du pain, du vin et du Sylvain.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 2, 2023 11:11

Subject:

Re: More chatGPT

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Topic:

In Off Topic, BricksOfFaith writes:

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 2, 2023 10:59

Subject:

Re: Minifigure graveyard ;)

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Topic:

In General, maxx3001 writes:

In General, tonnic writes:

In General, maxx3001 writes:

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Just found a minifigure graveyard, possible conquistador era.

Damn, I found their gravestones

Send the blue on the right to me, they have mould from old age.

I heard they taste better with blue mould….

No, I don’t like French…cheese.

Me hoping French do have some humor otherwise it gets cheesy.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 2, 2023 10:30

Subject:

Re: Minifigure graveyard ;)

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Topic:

In General, maxx3001 writes:

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Just found a minifigure graveyard, possible conquistador era.

Damn, I found their gravestones

Send the blue on the right to me, they have mould from old age.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Feb 2, 2023 09:41

Subject:

Re: Minifigure graveyard ;)

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Topic:

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Just found a minifigure graveyard, possible conquistador era.

Some were partners in live and death I guess.
Not till death do us part, really touching.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 30, 2023 08:00

Subject:

Re: a new name and new owner

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Topic:

New Stores

In New Stores, Stuart9 writes:

I don’t think you can, as a new owner, just change the name of the store and
operate with the existing feedback score.

I believe that’s against the rules, admin will advise.

Hope it all gets sorted ok.

In New Stores, bricksbyrick writes:

i would like to introduce myself am rick 41 years old and i took over this store
from wolfpackbricks he didn't see anything in it anymore and couldn't
bring myself to get the feedback to 100% i have this store since today and i'm
the first to have the name changed so that we are no longer reminded of the past
if you have any questions please let me know and now the link for 1 time
https://store.bricklink.com/bricksbyrick#/shop
so wish me luck am adjusting the 1 and the other in terms of prices and shipping
but take a look in the store

Besides it is not allowed to buy and/or take over a shop since you need to make
the feedback yourself to prove others you are a good seller you also bought 10%
non positive feedback.
That isn’t a good score.
Also, did you buy the former owners inventory and can you be sure it is up to
(your) standards?
If you bought their inventory you need to check all parts of the sets for completeness,
condition, the same for loose parts, minifigs etc.

So besides not being allowed to take over a store it may well be a very bad idea
regarding inventory too.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 27, 2023 18:41

Subject:

Re: No such thing as a stupid question?

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Topic:

In Selling, Yellow.Brick writes:

In Selling, tonnic writes:

In Selling, Yellow.Brick writes:

I always err on the side of caution when it comes to customer expectations...

I mentioned a couple of weeks ago that I'm starting to get in to selling
sets. In the process I'm also packing up some of my kids used sets to sell
so they can buy more sets themselves.

So the very first one I picked up to pack is the Audi Sport Quattro and of course
as soon as I pick up the box I hear the rattle of the extra parts inside which
brought up a few immediate questions.

76897-1 (Inv) 1985 Audi Sport quattro S1
246 Parts, 1 Minifigure, 2020
Sets: SPEED CHAMPIONS

1: Do buyers expect to have those parts included?

I don’t think they do.

2: If no, do they at least expect the auxiliary wheel inserts?

You mean the white wheelcovers I guess.
These they do expect since they are in the inventory itself, not in the extra
parts section.

3: Does the set need disassembled or is it advantageous to ship it built?

Disassembled in my opinion, that way you are sure that all parts are included
and your buyer can start building straight away when the set arrives.

Thanks for the response; makes sense. I didn't see the wheel covers on the
parts page though. I'll look again just to make sure (found the missing
one anyway).

I see sets sold completely built in stores hence the question. Most of the other
Ninjago, Raya and Frozen sets will definitely be shipped disassembled because
they're in a giant pile right now.

You are welcome!
For me disassembling a set means I can check the right amount of parts as well
the condition.
It also fits better in ziplockbags and the original box.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 27, 2023 18:22

Subject:

Re: No such thing as a stupid question?

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Topic:

In Selling, Yellow.Brick writes:

76897-1 (Inv) 1985 Audi Sport quattro S1
246 Parts, 1 Minifigure, 2020
Sets: SPEED CHAMPIONS

1: Do buyers expect to have those parts included?

I don’t think they do.

2: If no, do they at least expect the auxiliary wheel inserts?

You mean the white wheelcovers I guess.
These they do expect since they are in the inventory itself, not in the extra
parts section.

3: Does the set need disassembled or is it advantageous to ship it built?

Disassembled in my opinion, that way you are sure that all parts are included
and your buyer can start building straight away when the set arrives.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 21, 2023 10:36

Subject:

Re: Problem with MISB set

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Topic:

In Problem Order, BHawk writes:

In Problem Order, yorbrick writes:

In Problem Order, BHawk writes:

Hi everybody,

I have an issue with a MISB order I recently placed (and received) and want to
return to the seller for a refund, but am not sure about how to proceed with
it if the seller refueses.

Upon inspecting the received set box, I noticed that the tape seals seem to have
been carefully unglued and resealed, there is MINIMAL tearing on the box (it
is actually visible if you closely inspect the box photo the seller sent me,
the photo is not from a good angle and lighting, but I paid no attention to it
then, I didn't want to be nitpicky about it - mind you, the set is from 2023.,
not a discontinued set).

I already have an identical set, also MISB, and I weighted both of them, the
difference is 2 grams - now, I suspect the seller might have opened the set and
took the minifigure out, but of course I cannot confirm it without opening the
set - and if I do, I doubt I can return it to sender for a refund since it would
no longer be considered MISB (and also, how do I prove that I'm not the one
who took out a part/minifigure).

How should I proceed if the seller refuses a return and refund?

Tape seals do occasionally come unstuck. More on older than newer sets, but it
can happen.

Why did you buy the set? If to use it, then open it and check it. If for investment
then tell the seller you want to return it if you have doubts about their honesty.

How accurate are your scales, as minifigures are more like 5g than 2g.

I bought it for investment, I do not intend to open it. It is a new set from
2023. so the tapes can't be an issue, it could only happen due to intentional
opening. The scale has a 1g accuracy.

1 gram accuracy says not much at all, it is calibration.
I had the same sets that had a weight difference of a few gram so, possibly,
2 grams isn’t that much but of course depending on the set.
I also have Beatles sets that came in 1 buy from Lego itself that have 2 overlapping
seals on all places a normal Beatles set has 1, other quite new sets I have like
a chess pirate set has seals that are loose or getting loose.

It is all about what you as a buyer wants, on the other hand you want it as an
investment but that is of no concern to the seller. If you want a mint set you
need to physically search for it yourself, it is hard to buy a set that is in
pristine condition.
Why, if it is a new 2023 set, don’t you buy it on the Lego website or shop or
in a toyshop?
That way you can check it better although Lego ships sets way less than most
BL sellers.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 20, 2023 12:51

Subject:

Re: Identifying Parts

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Topic:

1) please delete your message since there is some unpleasant text in it.

2) due to the quality of the picture I would almost say: good luck with it.
Bad quality, too many badly visible parts.
If you as a member for several years can’t see what parts they are, how is is
possible for others.

But first take care of issue nr 1.

In Help, dave_moz42 writes:

Hi, I wonder if anyone can help me with identifying these parts so I can locate
and purchase them? Any help with this will be greatly appreciated. Many Thanks!

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 19, 2023 09:38

Subject:

Re: seller is off

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Topic:

Buying

In Buying, BricksOfFaith writes:

Given the circumstances, I would apologize and explain you weren’t attempting
to be rude, and it was only a bit of friendly advice! That’ll hopefully ease
up the tension and it will all play out alright!
Hope this helps! 😊
-Bricks of Faith

Apologize? The buyer?

I think the seller, even in this case, could have the time to close his shop
at e certain time.
It only takes a few seconds.
A few years ago I was hospitalized for a severe problem, in sickbed I took the
time to close my shop and e-mail the handfull of buyers to ask what they preferred,
cancelling the order or wait for an uncertain time.
Although the seller can be forgiven to not think about this immediately he could’ve
taken action and responded nicely to the OP with his fair and kind question.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 18, 2023 18:24

Subject:

Re: Help re selling Star Destroyer (75252)

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Topic:

In Selling, digitaldevil00 writes:

Hi all,
I kinda poked around in the forums looking for some help on this topic with no
luck; please forgive me if I missed the answers I'm looking for.

I have a fully built 75252 Star Destroyer that my son and I finished about 4mo
ago. I still have the boxes and instructions, just no bags they came in. I also
have a lovely Great Dane that seems to have a pension for nibbling on legos when
I'm out of the house! Grrrr....
So, I have lost a couple of the cannons/laser turrets, a sat dish, and a mini
fig to the Great Dane Destructor!

Only 1 minifig lost to the Great Dane…, almost worth it to check the outcoming
product of his Great behind.

The set just needs to go. I want to sell it, but with its sheer size, and missing
a small number of pieces (which I DO not know how many, but def under 25pcs),
I dont know how to go about listing it and packing it. I plan to sell it cheap
(300 bucks), but do I need to completely dissasemble it? Partly? Mostly?

I'd appreciate any thoughts and or advice on the subject!

Thanks a ton!

Dana

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 18, 2023 05:20

Subject:

Re: Bricklink-LEGO color table

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Topic:

Announce

In Announce, Doc_Brick writes:

I hope it can be useful. If you like it, rate it and leave a message. Thank you
https://ideas.lego.com/projects/749b6854-2215-41c4-b8ee-d67b369db110/statistics#content_nav_tabs

These ‘things’ are only helpfull if you have them in hands. It helps just a little
bit on picture.
If the camera/picture is slightly of in the warmth of colors, if there is a reflection
like on your black part it will not get well enough on a screen.
Also screens can be slightly different in showing colors, enlargements make differences
etc.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 18, 2023 05:15

Subject:

Re: Not receiving the full amount???

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Topic:

In Selling, Bouncingbudget5 writes:

Hi
I am a new seller and I was wondering if any experienced sellers could tell me
why in a transaction that costs $537 and $248 I am receiving in Paypal $498 and
$241? is PayPal taking a cut or is it a bricklink fee?

thanks for the help,
BouncingBudget5

On payment you pay Paypal fees directly on the order and shippingcosts, about
4% or thereabouts.

Bricklink takes 3% of the ordervalue but this is at the beginning of every month
and a total of all orders you received in the month prior to that.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 17, 2023 15:06

Subject:

Re: I don’t take care of other sellers customers

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Topic:

In Problem Order, legoranger00 writes:

Someone asked me to send an order to 1 of there customers. I canceled that order
and gave the person negative feedback for it. I told them I don’t take care of
other sellers customers. Did I do the wright thing?

It was a childish thing to do. You were very wrong.
Sellers as well as buyers sometimes need help to fulfill an order, it could be
an inventory issue, an order that got lost or damaged etc.

Since you seek help/information on this forum why wouldn’t you return help to
others?

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 17, 2023 13:20

Subject:

Re: (RAREST SET) The Ultimate Battle for Chima

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Topic:

In Price Guide, Nubs_Select writes:

In Price Guide, Fr0stByt3 writes:

In Price Guide, TheChimaChannel writes:

I own this set after a long time of searching for it.
what do you guys think its worth? how much would you buy it for?
post it in the description.

if you want to know how i got it just ask

I remember that contest... I would buy it but it's probably out of my budget
lol. There were like five if I'm not mistaken so the fact you managed to
get one is incredible.

I thought there were only 2

I thought so too and the other one was opened if I am right.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 17, 2023 11:25

Subject:

Re: (RAREST SET) The Ultimate Battle for Chima

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Topic:

In Price Guide, TheChimaChannel writes:

I own this set after a long time of searching for it.
what do you guys think its worth?

I would be more interested in what you thought it was worth and what you paid
for it.
But, I think, this is something you don’t want to share and that is a shame.
I like the Antique Roadshow or in Dutch Kunst en Kitsch stories of how much some
people paid for an item and what it is worth.
So, tell us you succes story and tell us what you paid for it.

how much would you buy it for?

post it in the description.

if you want to know how i got it just ask

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 13, 2023 05:17

Subject:

Re: TheCuteGiraffe NOW HAS 3 FEEDBACKS!!!

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Topic:

In Off Topic, TheCuteGiraffe writes:

Y’all be careful, I might buy out bricklink 😅

Before we know it you’ll surpass SylvainLS in your feedback.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 11, 2023 16:20

Subject:

Re: BAM Transparent Orange Glass

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Topic:

In Catalog Identification, SelflessDogs087 writes:

Sundae dish? Never would have guessed that one in a million years. Thanks!

Most likely because you are preoccupied…just joking. (I hope).

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 11, 2023 16:15

Subject:

Re: Need Help with Bad Seller

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Topic:

In Help, WynnSmith writes:

I've been buying on BrickLink for years. I understand when Sellers run into
a problem. Last month, as usual, I paid immediately after placing an order.
Then, I waited weeks to receive an incomplete order. The seller never communicated,
admitted they knew they shorted me and only fixed the problem after I asked for
a fix.
I gave a rare negative review and the seller retaliated with a negative review
of me. Is there anything that can be done about this?

As others said you can’t do anything about it other than the feedback you left.

The only thing is to check feedback before buying, their feedback is, in my opinion,
poor to say the least.
And others that check your feedback, like I did, will see why you left this feedback
and for what kind of seller your feedback is meant. They will see you are not
the one that should be left with a negative feedback.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 9, 2023 16:49

Subject:

Re: Unopened 7740 train with a 'musty' box

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Topic:

In Price Guide, Bakercm writes:

I recently found an unopened 7740 electric intercity train set in my parents
garage. It has been in a cupboard there for 40 years, and as seen in the photos
the box has a few scratches, worn edges, and also smells a bit musty!
I would be interested to get a steer on how much or what percentage this superficial
damage to the box affects the price of an otherwise 'new' lego set.

Nice find (I hope).

I I was the owner I would open the box.

As a potential buyer, not meaning me but someone that collects trains, I wouldn’t
‘trust’ this set.
There is a possibility that contents could be rusty, smelly, not working etc.
Years and years in a moist environment could be quite bad for these parts. Stickers
and instructions can be moisty or even covered by mold.

If the parts are still very nice you can sell these parts in ‘new’ condition
(if you want to be a seller here or at any other website). And they can be quite
valuable when looking at new parts from this set.

That is my advice, maybe others think differently.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 8, 2023 13:45

Subject:

Re: limit

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Topic:

In Help, DPstarbricks writes:

In Help, tonnic writes:

In Help, DPstarbricks writes:

wy do i have a message limit

How much is the limit?

Second question: how many forumposts are you planning to create?

i sent five messages to this guy . what do you mean with forum posts im new
her

I thought you meant a limit on forumposts.

You already send 5 messages to a member? On your first day on this website?
Yep, I do understand why there is a limit.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 8, 2023 13:32

Subject:

Re: limit

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Topic:

In Help, DPstarbricks writes:

wy do i have a message limit

How much is the limit?

Second question: how many forumposts are you planning to create?

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 8, 2023 06:45

Subject:

Re: Verkoop winkel

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Topic:

LANG Nederlands

In LANG Nederlands, maxx3001 writes:

In LANG Nederlands, BEL writes:

Na lang wikken en wegen heb ik (waarschijnlijk 😁) besloten om de inhoud van
mijn Bricklink winkel te verkopen. Het is in de loop van de tijd een wat grotere
winkel geworden en het neemt eigenlijk teveel ruimte in beslag.

Misschien grote uitverkoop houden en downsizen, even veel werk, maar daarna klein
doorpakken.

Wat is een redelijk percentage om te vragen?

Ik heb eerder een winkel inhoud overgenomen en gesproken met andere verkopers.
En het komt neer op ongeveer 30% van de winkelwaarde.
Met mogelijke uitzondering van bepaalde hoge waarde items.

Ik ben het met Maxx eens.
Wil je iets snel verkopen moet je op ongeveer 1/3 van de prijs gaan zitten, bij
voorkeur op de laagste prijs in Nederland/Europa.
De eventuele (door)verkoper kan het dan weer voor de dubbele prijs op BL zetten,
mogelijk net zoals jezelf ooit hebt gerekend qua inkoop. Dat maakt de extra controle
op conditie en compleetheid de moeite waard plus dat het maakt dat eventuele
winkeldochters makkelijk ‘weggestreept’ kunnen worden.
Je kunt ook beginnen met een flinke uitverkoop van 50%, dan raak je alvast aardig
wat kwijt maar niet in 1 keer.
Succes.

En heeft iemand nog tips hoe ik dit het beste kan aanpakken?

Je bent goed bezig

Ik heb nu 1 unsorted lot met de totale waarde van de winkel aangemaakt en mijn
minimum buy ook op dat bedrag gezet.
Uiteraard verkoop ik het via Bricklink.

Dat is stap 1, mocht nu iemand interesse hebben, dan ga je samen om de tafel
zitten.
Zet je winkel bedrag op wat jullie hebben afgesproken en verkoop het via BL.

Alleen ophalen ivm de hoeveelheid.
De winkel is nu gesloten maar u kunt kijken met het paswoord: Belclosed

Kan even kijken, mogelijk weet ik iemand…

Succes,
Maxx

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 6, 2023 07:04

Subject:

Re: Question about stolen packages

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Topic:

Shipping

In Shipping, brac.brick writes:

In Shipping, SeekandFound writes:

It seems a customer of mine had their package stolen. I sent their package. I
did not hear from them, assuming everything was ok, until they contacted me during
the holidays two weeks from the ship date. The customer asked me for the tracking
number. I looked up into the number, and it was indicated the package has been
delivered, and left at their front door/porch. I suspect it may have been stolen,
and they asked me to fill out a claim.

However, it is not my responsibility to fill out a claim on their behalf. The
customer should be responsible to fill out a claim. They used USPS’ Priority
Mail, and the packages are already insured for certain claims, up to $50. Their
order was less that amount. What are your advice/tips on resolving this issue?
Thanks!

You can try to file the claim with USPS but as another poster pointed out, the
package was delivered. Priority Mail insurance only covers for lost or damaged
packages , not delivered & stolen. I would try to work this out with the buyer
- maybe it was left at a neighbor's house by accident? Otherwise if the location
was not secure, then some of the responsibility falls on the buyer. In my store,
if the order is worth more than $99, I require signature confirmation to avoid
porch thieves . This might be something to think about for future orders. In
this case, I would offer some sort of refund for the order , work it out with
them and move on.

As in Canada in the Netherlands the seller/shipper needs to do the work to get
a refund or an investigation.
The seller is the one doing business with the postal service, not the buyer.

What idiotic system says a package is delivered when it is put on a porch!? I
know it is frequently done in, for instance, the USA but I wouldn’t call it delivered,
I would call it ‘left behind’. For grabs for others. In my opinion still a mistake
from USPS and therefore on account of their insurance.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 6, 2023 04:44

Subject:

Re: Green Feather Inkwell??

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In Catalog Identification, krystensprouse writes:

In Catalog Identification, Shiny_Stuff writes:

In Catalog Identification, krystensprouse writes:

Finally found the answer to these mysterious single green feathers I have collected
but now... I can't find it anywhere in the catalog or on the interwebs.

Help??

That is a neat use for the single green leaves -- I will no longer throw
them away.

As for the source, they are leaves busted loose from the bamboo piece

30176 Plant Brick, Round 1 x 1 with 3 Bamboo Leaves
Parts: Plant {Green}

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Well I definitely think it should be cataloged properly now! And I thought the
bamboo thing at first but then I forced myself to think there's gotta be
something else

Maybe I do not understand your message but what should be cataloged properly?
The leaf that shouldn’t be in the catalog since it is a small piece of a part
that isn’t meant to be disassembled (damaged in this case).
The loose leaf is nothing but a damaged piece.

Author:

tonnic

Posted:

Jan 3, 2023 11:00

Subject:

Re: Verzendkosten buiten Nederland

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LANG Nederlands