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| | | Author: | macebobo  | | Posted: | Jun 5, 2023 20:41 | | Subject: | Respect for all that sell used. | | Viewed: | 267 times | | Topic: | Retail | |
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| I just tried my hand at buying used IRL and selling it here.
I must say, I did not realize how much work is involved in obtaining, cleaning,
sorting out junk, assembling minifigures from piles of parts, checking parts
for any damage (old minifigures are some of the worst for hiding cracks, got
to get the light and magnifier just so!) It was so disappointing to see an otherwise
perfect minifigure, cracked.
I respect all of those who sell used who may do this even part-time. Thank you
for making it possible to get period parts for old sets. So, here's to you
all who like doing it. Well done, you all rock.
Needless to say, even though I did find some treasure, I don't think I'll
be doing it again soon and I still have about 20lbs of bulk to go through.
-- John
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| | | | | Author: | Nubs_Select | | Posted: | Jun 5, 2023 20:44 | | Subject: | Re: Respect for all that sell used. | | Viewed: | 59 times | | Topic: | Retail | |
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| used is a steep learning curve  but luckily people will still buy figures
with things like cracks for basically the same price as if they didn't as
long as it's noted (price does get more different for more value figures)
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| | | | | | | Author: | macebobo | | Posted: | Jun 5, 2023 21:27 | | Subject: | Re: Respect for all that sell used. | | Viewed: | 53 times | | Topic: | Retail | |
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| In Retail, Nubs_Select writes:
| | used is a steep learning curve but luckily people will still buy figures
with things like cracks for basically the same price as if they didn't as
long as it's noted (price does get more different for more value figures)
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These are all sub 10 USD figures, and I have a personal issue of selling something
I would not buy. I think the school next door is going to get some clean, used
Lego when summer break is over.
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| | | | | | | | | Author: | Nubs_Select | | Posted: | Jun 5, 2023 21:38 | | Subject: | Re: Respect for all that sell used. | | Viewed: | 46 times | | Topic: | Retail | |
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| In Retail, macebobo writes:
| | In Retail, Nubs_Select writes:
| | used is a steep learning curve but luckily people will still buy figures
with things like cracks for basically the same price as if they didn't as
long as it's noted (price does get more different for more value figures)
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These are all sub 10 USD figures, and I have a personal issue of selling something
I would not buy.
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cant blame you there but if you ever got more into selling used you'd see
that its not really possible to never list the damaged parts as damaged otherwise
one would never break even
| | I think the school next door is going to get some clean, used
Lego when summer break is over.
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| | | | | | | | | Author: | Beebs | | Posted: | Jun 5, 2023 22:00 | | Subject: | Re: Respect for all that sell used. | | Viewed: | 45 times | | Topic: | Retail | |
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| FWIW, I've found some people look exclusively for damaged figs. I've
sold a lot of them, indicating the damage as best as possible whenever possible.
Only complaint I've received on a damaged fig was one where I identified
the crack, but didn't mention other markings. Listing some of those used
figs really low will bring people to the store too!
In Retail, macebobo writes:
| | In Retail, Nubs_Select writes:
| | used is a steep learning curve but luckily people will still buy figures
with things like cracks for basically the same price as if they didn't as
long as it's noted (price does get more different for more value figures)
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These are all sub 10 USD figures, and I have a personal issue of selling something
I would not buy. I think the school next door is going to get some clean, used
Lego when summer break is over.
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| | | | | | | | | | | Author: | macebobo | | Posted: | Jun 5, 2023 23:33 | | Subject: | Re: Respect for all that sell used. | | Viewed: | 33 times | | Topic: | Retail | |
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| That's a good point, might be worth it just for the draw.
In Retail, Beebs writes:
| | FWIW, I've found some people look exclusively for damaged figs. I've
sold a lot of them, indicating the damage as best as possible whenever possible.
Only complaint I've received on a damaged fig was one where I identified
the crack, but didn't mention other markings. Listing some of those used
figs really low will bring people to the store too!
In Retail, macebobo writes:
| | In Retail, Nubs_Select writes:
| | used is a steep learning curve but luckily people will still buy figures
with things like cracks for basically the same price as if they didn't as
long as it's noted (price does get more different for more value figures)
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These are all sub 10 USD figures, and I have a personal issue of selling something
I would not buy. I think the school next door is going to get some clean, used
Lego when summer break is over.
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| | | | | | | Author: | ghyde | | Posted: | Jun 5, 2023 23:57 | | Subject: | Re: Respect for all that sell used. | | Viewed: | 37 times | | Topic: | Retail | |
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| In Retail, Nubs_Select writes:
| | used is a steep learning curve but luckily people will still buy figures
with things like cracks for basically the same price as if they didn't as
long as it's noted (price does get more different for more value figures)
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How difficult would it be to add a condition, "with damage" to the BrickLink
store inventory system?
If it was clearly shown on used lots for sale, perhaps people would be more willing
to buy it.
We just need an image that appears next to the part that is big enough for everyone
to notice immediately, and is immediately recognizable as meaning the lot has
damage on it.
Ideally, there should be an extra safeguard that appears before checkout is finalized,
stating that there are used lots in the buyer's cart, and that they should
read and understand each description properly before proceeding. I don't
know how practical it would be, but if it's short and to the point, they
might be more willing to read it.
Just my 2c worth ...
Cheers ...
ghyde
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| | | | | | | | | Author: | Nubs_Select | | Posted: | Jun 6, 2023 00:05 | | Subject: | (Cancelled) | | Viewed: | 26 times | | Topic: | Retail | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | Author: | Nubs_Select | | Posted: | Jun 6, 2023 00:08 | | Subject: | Re: Respect for all that sell used. | | Viewed: | 63 times | | Topic: | Retail | |
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| In Retail, Nubs_Select writes:
| | That’s what comments are good for so each damaged item at a quick glance a buyer can
see the exact condition of the item
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Typo fixed*
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| | | | | Author: | Brickitty | | Posted: | Jun 5, 2023 20:48 | | Subject: | Re: Respect for all that sell used. | | Viewed: | 66 times | | Topic: | Retail | |
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| In Retail, macebobo writes:
| | I just tried my hand at buying used IRL and selling it here.
I must say, I did not realize how much work is involved in obtaining, cleaning,
sorting out junk, assembling minifigures from piles of parts, checking parts
for any damage (old minifigures are some of the worst for hiding cracks, got
to get the light and magnifier just so!) It was so disappointing to see an otherwise
perfect minifigure, cracked.
I respect all of those who sell used who may do this even part-time. Thank you
for making it possible to get period parts for old sets. So, here's to you
all who like doing it. Well done, you all rock.
Needless to say, even though I did find some treasure, I don't think I'll
be doing it again soon and I still have about 20lbs of bulk to go through.
-- John
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Thank you! For my part, I really appreciate that recognition. It took me nearly
3 years to buy, sort, double-check, and list over 1,500 pounds of bulk, over
2,500 minifigures, and over 1,000 instruction books. It was the single biggest
thing I've ever accomplished in my life and continues to be a huge amount
of work as my full-time job. (And to be clear, it wouldn't have been possible
without my partner supporting us and believing in me the whole time.) But I'm
so glad I did! I love sending buyers exactly what they need. This is the best
job I could've imagined... not to mention a fantastic conversation starter
at social events 
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