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I guess I'm breaking my self-imposed rule of not 'discussing' on LUGNET here - I try only post to get information out to the public and to praise creations - but here goes. (...) I totally agree. (...) Yep. I think its obvious LEGO Direct is doing (...) (23 years ago, 3-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Whilst I agree with your sentiment, I don't see it as being "obvious". One would have to see the balance sheet to say that (I wonder who audits the accounts?). (...) Hardly out on a limb - a limited production run set which fits in well with (...) (23 years ago, 3-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) Welcome back. (...) Me too. (although I sent a copy of MTW-4001 to the executives at Skyline Chili, I put #01 up for bid, just as I always do with new sets) (...) Exactly. The alternative that Rick gave of having some 7 year old get it would (...) (23 years ago, 3-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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(...) For the record, I feel that LD makes brilliant marketing moves. And with the Super Chief, they are carving out a whole new market. It's impressive to watch. (...) I too hope LD employees don't take consumer comments personally. (...) I don't (...) (23 years ago, 3-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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This reminds me of the current practice of theatres selling the best seats at the prevailing scalper price. The profit goes directly to the producer that way. -Erik happy with A0941 or whatever it was. (23 years ago, 3-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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I don't normally post my comments in threads like this (I like to stick to gears and wires and sensors and stuff like that), but once in a while, there's the urge to add my 2c worth. LD is in business to make money - all businesses are! The ones who (...) (23 years ago, 3-Apr-02, to lugnet.lego.direct)
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