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Re: Classic - what makes a set a classic?
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Wed, 23 May 2001 13:13:19 GMT
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Ok, let me give this a whirl. I think a Classic Lego Set is one in which the
theme the set touches on is a relativly new concept for Lego. Also any Lego
set that had original Space helmets for one. Also Classic sets have a
certain air about them, evan a bucket of bricks can be classic because TLC
moved into a new area providing pcs. that you and me need!
In lugnet.general, Bryan Kinkel writes:
> A few recent postings have touched on the idea of "classic" sets. In your
> mind, what makes a set a classic? The design? The charm? Play value? The
> fact that is was first in a series?
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> The recent Classic Space building contest rules suggest that a classic is
> defined by design and parts used.
> ( http://www.lugnet.com/~1/ClassicSpaceContest/2000/Rules )
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> I'm sure that Lego wrestled with these questions when considering sets for
> the reissued Classics series. But Lego had to weigh the additional
> parameters of cost and other production-related issues.
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> Are there any recent sets produced in the past three years that can be
> considered a classic? I particularly like the Soccer Bus
> http://guide.lugnet.com/set/3407 . But this defiantly has some Juniorized
> aspects. So I don't know if it is a classic or not.
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> Are recent sets automatically removed from consideration because of the use
> of different building techniques or larger pieces? I'm sure some younger
> builders (and perhaps their parents who observe length of play time) could
> pick recent sets they feel are instant classics. Perhaps time will tell.
>
> Bryan
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