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A blessing or a curse? - Saitobricks.ca (37)

Was looking through the list of gear not yet inventoried, and saw a catagory titled "puzzle". The thought immediately entered my mind, "Should I inventory it?" [...]
(2 months ago, Mar 8, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: fake part added, asking to delete - matthi (1486)

[...] No these are called qparts, non production parts. Prototypes nearly never having a partnumber. I've seen only +- 30 prototypes and only like 2 had a partnumber. These [...]
(2 months ago, Mar 7, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: fake part added, asking to delete - tonnic (4350)

[...] I have no interest in these things at all but if it has the Lego logo why would it be a fake? Prototypes are prototypes for a reason, they can be (slightly) different [...]
(2 months ago, Mar 7, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: fake part added, asking to delete - matthi (1486)

[...] I had it, but as die hard collector I've put it out of my hands. But yes sadly. We live in a corrupt world.
(2 months ago, Mar 6, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: fake part added, asking to delete - Saitobricks.ca (37)

[...] Wow, isn’t that like counterfeit money? That could be illegal to own! :D:D:D:D
(2 months ago, Mar 6, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: fake part added, asking to delete - peregrinator (776)

[...] You're saying you have a part with the Lego logo on it that is nevertheless fake?
(2 months ago, Mar 6, 2024, to Inventories)

fake part added, asking to delete - matthi (1486)

Hi, few years ago I've added few hundreds of qpart (prototype) colors to the database. sadly I've had a fake counterpart in my collection. The blue Emmet part [...]
(2 months ago, Mar 6, 2024, to Inventories)

7317: 30585a vs 30585b - MecaOne (126)

Hello, this is my first time posting to the inventories forum. I recently purchased a used, incomplete copy of 7317 online (not Bricklink). This set is known for having [...]
(3 months ago, Mar 1, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: Unused parts from part 4502 - Who is with me? - yorbrick (1185)

[...] Tat is fine for a new set. But for a used set, you only need the parts necessary to build the set. No extras or even regular parts not used in the build(s) have [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 29, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: Unused parts from part 4502 - Who is with me? - WOLKsite (13)

[...] This treatment is consistent with any modern such items where set inventories from LEGO do exist, and those parts are included (typically, all as one "single" [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 28, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: Unused parts from part 4502 - Who is with me? - jennnifer (3535)

[...] BrickLink inventories are currently intended to show the contents of a New set. Used sets are at the mercy of both the buyer and seller understanding the terms outlined [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 28, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: Unused parts from part 4502 - Who is with me? - yorbrick (1185)

[...] Yes, this problem happens anywhere that multiple parts come in a pack or sprue and that item needs to be damaged to remove a part for a minifigure. It happens with the [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 28, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: Unused parts from part 4502 - Who is with me? - zorbanj (820)

[...] This is exactly what I note for any used set. Most sets have extra items listed in the inventory.
(3 months ago, Feb 28, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: Unused parts from part 4502 - Who is with me? - EDOM (3738)

[...] I see your point. Though this is exactly what made me post about it in the first place: Why list them as Regular Items if they are not necesary for the build? Why not [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 28, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: Unused parts from part 4502 - Who is with me? - yorbrick (1185)

[...] That is why I said it is good for sellers of used sets to make it clear they have only included parts necessary for the build, just like they can say no extra parts.
(3 months ago, Feb 28, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: Unused parts from part 4502 - Who is with me? - EDOM (3738)

[...] How would a buyer know that these parts do not belong to a complete used set? If I was a buyer, I would check the received parts of a used set that I bought on BrickLink [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 28, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: Unused parts from part 4502 - Who is with me? - yorbrick (1185)

[...] It was changed some years ago now, as they came with new sets and these are not strictly extras, they are unused. When you sell a used set you do not need to include [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 28, 2024, to Inventories)

Unused parts from part 4502 - Who is with me? - EDOM (3738)

(Part 4502,3) Certain sets only use one or two of the plume feathers from that wheel. But even if only one is used, the other two are also listed on the regular items. On this [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 28, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - 1001bricks (52394)

[...] Absolutely not: I said DOWNLOAD everyday. Leave the Tab opened, it's ONE click per day. Or say week?
(3 months ago, Feb 26, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - 1001bricks (52394)

[...] No: there probably are reasons for those lots, including you making a typo or an error at one moment. But of course, nobody can't remember having made this kind of [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 26, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - SylvainLS (46)

[...] All the explanations are in my previous posts but maybe you didn’t have time to read them thoroughly, so here’s an executive summary: — That part only had its name and [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 26, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - infinibrix (5003)

[...] hmm I wouldn't be so sure about that, in fact if you see any kind of absence of his posts for any given number of days I'd be phoning the emergency services to [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 26, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - minifig_75 (370)

[...] Randyf, I totally agree with you! Thanks for the useful post :D
(3 months ago, Feb 26, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - minifig_75 (370)

[...] Thanks again!! wow, for once, there's someone who seems to fully understand the issues at stake! thanks a lot again, I appreciate it :)
(3 months ago, Feb 26, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - minifig_75 (370)

[...] Hello Starbrick and THANKS for your very useful reply! I was as astonished when I read that a seller should spend his time checking inventories EVERYDAY...! (honestly, [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 26, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - minifig_75 (370)

[...] Hello Sylvain and thanks for your so very useful message, as usual...! I don't get why you wrote this, please explain ? To me, it feels to me you're just saying [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 26, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - Nubs_Select (3781)

[...] Just for you I’ve started keeping purchase emails (tho not selling ones) :D:D:D
(3 months ago, Feb 26, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - ghyde (203)

[...] It's goblins! CAUTION: Do not feed after midnight! 👺☠:D Cheers ... ghyde
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - jennnifer (3535)

[...] There hasn't been a major issue or there would be a mutiny here on the Forum. I know it's frustrating to deal with errors in your inventory, but consider the [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - 1001bricks (52394)

[...] Because you've got 2 different data that should show the same state at a given moment. Like "This lot exists on BL today", but I can check on my files I never [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - randyf (442)

[...] And how can you be sure that the third-party verification tool is exact if it is based on the exact same data that is stored on BrickLink everyday? Your bias is showing. [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - 1001bricks (52394)

[...] How could BrickLink verify BrickLink inventory? I mean, apart normal database rules and tools (atomicity, transactions, backups with checksums...) And how could [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - randyf (442)

[...] I said nothing about what people think or do. ;) Sellers should be able to use BrickLink to verify possible errors in their inventories or keep a daily backup of [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - 1001bricks (52394)

[...] Read about Science and Magic? (URL) "I'm sure there's a problem, but I've no proof of anything" :-(
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - SylvainLS (46)

[...] Once again, this part was not merged: (Part 3062) (Part 3062a)
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - 1001bricks (52394)

[...] The fact you rely on your memory to affirm BrickLink made an error is definitely an human bias.
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - StarBrick (7072)

[...] Thank you :-)
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - StarBrick (7072)

I know MOST errors people report are their own fault due to changes they make. (made some myself over the years for sure :-)) I know only a VERY FEW errors people [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - randyf (442)

[...] The fact that third-party tools are actually needed to operate a functioning BrickLink store is definitely a BrickLink problem in my book. [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - 1001bricks (52394)

[...] Absolutely, thank you. [...] ;-)
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - SylvainLS (46)

[...] Do you have proofs the seller didn’t do that? Do you have proofs the next possibility, BL, did that? What Sylvain/1001bricks said earlier is exactly that: — when someone [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - 1001bricks (52394)

[...] No - it just means the contrary. I almost had never any stock problem. The ones In thought happened was almost always an error or a normal behaviour in the end. Apart [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - SylvainLS (46)

[...] That’s not what Sylvain said. He said that if you don’t have proofs it’s BL, then your complaints are moot. It’s like realizing one aisle of your grocery store is totally [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - StarBrick (7072)

If the seller didn't change the ID, what/who did? If the seller didn't change the prices, what/who did?
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - StarBrick (7072)

"... that sellers still don't download their Inventory XML everyday and use BrickStore to compare or restore any problem." Seriously? Do you really say that this [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - SylvainLS (46)

[...] 3062b wasn’t merged. It was renamed (removing the ‘open stud’) and re-IDed to 3062. 3062a still exists: (Part 3062) (Part 3062a)
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - 1001bricks (52394)

[...] [...] ... that sellers still don't download their Inventory XML everyday and use BrickStore to compare or restore any problem. So until then, it's probably [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - StarBrick (7072)

no chance, they are NOT messaging individual sellers about this. stupid merge indeed
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

Re: PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - minifig_75 (370)

[...] Nope, 3062B, so.. yeah, I would have liked to know about it through a very well known and used means, the email...
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

PROBLEM WITH DARK BROWN 3062 ITEM - minifig_75 (370)

Hey there! So..** I'm a seller ** I just noticed that all my DARK BROWN 3062 turned into BROWN, AND their prices changed too, from inventories A & C!!! It's SO UNBELIEVABLE, [...]
(3 months ago, Feb 25, 2024, to Inventories)

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