Author:  GreatBuy  Posted:  Feb 19, 2024 18:38  Subject:  Re: Reaction to the R.R. Slugger video  Viewed:  115 times  Topic:  Catalog Cancel Reply

BrickLink ID Card GreatBuy (3630) Location:  USA, Missouri Member Since Contact Type Status Mar 31, 2015 Seller Store: Bricksonite

The thing is, how can we tolerate the difference of stud type in this model, and not in other models where it is historically incorrect? In this plane model from 2009, both are correct, so what does that say about the mixing of variants in other models? True collectors know that there actually is no replacement part that will ever perfectly replace a part that is lost. The only truly correct part is the part the set originally came with. It’s nice to get as close as possible to a correct replacement part, but it’s a futile attempt. I understand all the reasons for why this change is happening and I know I do not speak for everyone, but this is the weakest point that you made. It feels as a brush off. "Well its not the part that originally came with the set so it really doesn't matter what part you use." You must be careful with your words, this can be used to argue for literally any change to the catalog. "It’s nice to get as close as possible to a correct replacement part, but it’s a futile attempt." How is this futile? The wording here is a little disingenuous, purchasing the correct variant will be the correct replacement part. I guess I might as well buy a completely different part? But I suppose then you get into the "If you replace every part on a boat is it the same boat argument." Say I have two sets that were purchased at the same time in the 60s. If I swap a piece between the two, the set isn't technically original, but no one will ever be able to know that process occurred, even myself once I forget about it. As opposed to if I swapped a 60s brick out for a modern replacement, it will be glaring. I know the changes don't really affect this far back, but I use it as a personal example. It's also kinda silly that you use true collectors to advocate for this change, when it really serves to benefit a wider audience that is not so concerned with variations. I guess I'm not a true collector if I take my sets out of the box? Do true collectors care about these mold variations. But overall, yes, the change is ultimately pragmatic and I'm happy to see a response to this. The only reason I give this response is purely because of the few lines I am replying to. This in no way discredits the entirety of your response. Also, for those who disagree with the changes, please respond with a level head. Coming off as scorned and fuming at the keyboard does not communicate your point and only leads someone to discredit you entirely.

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Reaction to the R.R. Slugger video - Admin_Russell

Hello again everyone, This is my official response to the video from R.R. Slugger concerning the merging of part variants in the BrickLink catalog: (URL) Here is an initial [...] (4 months ago, Feb 16, 2024, to Catalog)

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Re: Reaction to the R.R. Slugger video - SylvainLS (46)

[...] Ah, but that’s the “if a piece is swapped in a forest and no one is here to hear it, does it make a sound?” argument ;) :D (3 months ago, Feb 20, 2024, to Catalog)

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