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Hello,
In lugnet.off-topic.clone-brands, Dave Schuler wrote:
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Tyco, Coko, Larami, Oxford, Blok-Tek (there is evidence that these companies
have had access to the same molding equipment, so the degree of
separation between these companies is unclear. There is some clear
overlap, but other aspects, such as minifig design are distinct between
brands)
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Regarding Dave’s comment on the distinction of minifig designs between brands; I
have taken the liberty to do a rough comparison of the actual differences
between an Oxford minifig and a Lego one. I am posting it
here as it contains
some big images.
Another interesting point is that, if you look at
this thread, you’ll see that not even Lego has a consistent mold regarding its
own minifigs (Han Solo’s acute torso vs. Harry Potter’s rounder one). I’m still
pondering as to why this is, so if anyone has any information I’d appreciate
their sharing.
Finally, on my main site (http://www.redbeanstudio.net), I’ve compiled a list
of all the known (and working) websites of all the so-called ‘clone brands’ (it
can be found in the link section). I’ll appreciate it very much also if anyone
can point out if I’m missing anything. Oh, btw, I tend to classify clone brand
by the usability of its accessories by a Lego minifig, and the accessories have
to be made in hard ABS plastics (thus ruling out Kubricks). Thank you.
Red Bean
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| (...) That's really interesting. The four Oxford minifigs that I have (from the tank set 13000) have a leg design that's considerably different from what you've shown. I'll try to scan them to show you what I mean. (...) Here are two others: (URL) (...) (20 years ago, 15-Sep-04, to lugnet.off-topic.clone-brands, FTX)
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| (...) Uh, wouldn't that sorta rule out the real LEGO system? Shortswords haven't been made in ABS for years, and I don't believe the minesweeper or cutlass/sabre ever were. The huge axe and katana never were, and the whip/vine would probably arrive (...) (20 years ago, 15-Sep-04, to lugnet.off-topic.clone-brands, FTX)
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| (...) Well, it's only my opinion, but I'd suggest that a "true" clone brand is based on the studs-and-tubes system and is able to maintain reasonable clutch power with LEGO bricks and plates. I used to consider the 3:1 plate:brick height ratio to be (...) (20 years ago, 14-Sep-04, to lugnet.off-topic.clone-brands)
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