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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Off Topic

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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Off Topic

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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Topic:

Sales

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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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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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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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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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:

Selling

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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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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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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Selling

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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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:

Sales