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I wont labour the point cos' we are kinda arguing the same side here (...) the (...) they (...) Its possible, but I havent read a post yet (Not saying there isnt or wont be) from anyone saying - already got one, dont need any more (...) a (...) OK (...) (23 years ago, 12-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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| | Re: Worth the wait? (NO!)
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(...) Yes, there are always production costs - my bet is that this cost them considerably less to put back into production than designing a new set. As to production logjam - this is only significant if they are currently at their maximum (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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I would just like to clarify a point here: we are all Lego collectors. Lego refers to us that way, we behave like classic collectors, and there is nothing wrong with being a Lego collector! Look at all the catalogs and Lego Mania magazines. They are (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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(...) Lemme clarify something: the Lego Classics and Legends line are separate entities that do not hamper new sets whatsoever. Here's a grossly simplified outline of what happened: 1. After several years of pleading, Lego Direct (a new division of (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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(...) #4 is correct Bruce. As Brad pointed out to me, what people don't seem to realize is that when Lego Direct started a year or so ago, LD consisted of Brad and just Brad. He had to come up with a business plan and figure out a way to implement (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.castle)
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(...) I disagree. I am a Builder. Buying sets is a side effect of my parts requirements. I don't buy every set on the market, or in a given theme. I don't consider myself a collector, because I don't gain pleasure from owning every set in a series. (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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Okay. First, the AFOLs on .Castle moaned and complained about how the Guarded Inn was sooo cool, and the best set ever etc... So LEGO gives us a wonderful present, they re-release a great set (IMHO) and make it availeable for even the neophytes to (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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Hmmm, interesting, Yep I buy a set for the Pcs. When I built my Praying Mantis I brought tons of Castle sets. I have'nt purchased a set and built the featured Model in years. I belive the last one was the Technic controll center with the Mechanical (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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(...) I think your definition of a collector is fundamentally wrong. Webster's defines a collector as one that collects or a person who makes a collection. No where does it mention that one has to have every set in a series to be a collector or does (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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(...) So...I'm confused...Are you saying that if I was to buy Barbie dolls, and cut their hair off, I'd be a scalper? Is that right? 8-> Matt (Just moving this to .debate) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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(...) That's because people are trying to redefine the term collector and it's confusing people. You might consider yourself a Lego "builder" but to 99.9% of the world, you are a Lego collector. If someone plays with Hot Wheels, I would call him a (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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Heh...I've collected a lot things over the years: bugbites, cavities, pounds...if anyone is interested, i'd love to scalp some of these things :^D (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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(...) I have to ask (others may be wondering too), how you can know all this stuff. I recall about a month ago you stated that you do not work for Lego, but here, you are listing, what I would consider, company organization processes. You even refer (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.castle)
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(...) My girlfriend calls us all "LEGO nerds". -Marc Nelson Jr. (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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(...) That reminds of the story of Tom Clancy. After releasing one of his books (the Hunt for Red October I think), the U.S. Navy started investigating him for military leaks. Seem that they felt he knew too much about their subs. Then he showed him (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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Yes, I am a collector, I guess there is no way around it. I call myself a builder. I gotta say, their are folks out there that just buy a set and either build it and place it on a shelf or save the unopened box, these guys are not builders. Eric (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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(...) Too late. The word has already been stigmatized. Two words: Beanie Babies. When someone says "collector" I think of someone who MUST HAVE EVERY ITEM. I certainly don't fit that description, whether or not someone else perceives my hobby that (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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Since everyone seems to have an opinion on the new Legends series, I thought it would be fun to have a little poll on which sets we want Lego Direct to release for its next Castle Legends (or Classics, for that matter) offering. (understanding, of (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.dear-lego)
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(...) Hey if you're going to pick a field where people are encouraged to 'buy them all,' you should have picked Pokemon or even Bionicles. ;) But seriously, the terms "stamp collector," "coin collector," "action figure collector," etc. are all (...) (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle)
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6077 Knight's Procession - six of the coolest generic knights around! 6060 Knight's Challenge - two horse bardings, a peasant, two white dome pieces, etc. 6080 King's Castle - my favorite Castle set. IMHO, the best Lego designed Castle ever. Jimmy (23 years ago, 11-Jun-01, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.dear-lego)
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