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  • Registered Users Posts: 625 ✭✭✭Rael


    tedpan wrote: »
    That looks class, slightly narrower but the same depth. Only downside is the 5KG max shelf load vs 10KG. Think I'll be taking a trip to IKEA now. Two cabinets in one room is a bit much. I'll let you know if I pick one up. :)

    Thanks for the new option to consider, it looks nice but I'm not sure on the legs. Might have to see if there's some way they can be removed


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,561 ✭✭✭Rhyme


    Held off on buying the new Sandcrawler for ages and bit the bullet a few days ago. Shouldn't have delayed, it's a great little build. Perhaps the ugliest thing in the Star Wars universe but it's nice and comfy on my shelf. Not especially keen on the minifigures though, I probably have enough Jawas and droids as is :)


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 18,268 ✭✭✭✭uck51js9zml2yt


    Just ordered my Christmas Lego. Another 200euro gone!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,358 ✭✭✭seraphimvc


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    :) it is bit repetitive yes, looks great on coffee desk


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 856 ✭✭✭polydactyl


    Usually do all my buying at Christmas so just bought

    Winter village fire station (village took ages to build last year so starting early)
    Electrical parts for winter train
    Porg
    Disney ariel Ship (daughter)
    Duplo train (son)
    Now debating hogwarts great hall with Vip points


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,208 ✭✭✭shotgunmcos


    I was being good and holding off for the black friday deals and/or whatever the suprise Star Wars MF VIP thing will be. (Ref: Brick Fanatics)

    However I caved when I saw Smyths doing Ninjago Docks for €175 (€55 off). I recently built the City and Destiny's Bounty and they are both brilliant builds

    I may pull the trigger on the Hogwarts Castle when the Diagon Alley promo runs. Plus rumour has it there may be double points on it this month


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,561 ✭✭✭Rhyme


    Just blew the rest of my Lego savings on the Hogwarts castle and a few bits and bobs (Christmas presents for young relatives mostly). Completely blanked on the Diagon Alley gift with purchase set, quite curious about it now but it may end up in someone else stocking or on Adverts.

    I find it funny though, I went nuts over the Mini Modular set (10230) a few years back and this is the same thing. Maybe my tastes have changed.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,208 ✭✭✭shotgunmcos


    I may pull the trigger on the Hogwarts Castle when the Diagon Alley promo runs. Plus rumour has it there may be double points on it this month

    Trigger pulled. Now how do I get this bad boy in the front door after I was caught bringing in Ninjago Docks last night :o But its for the kids...I protested


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,570 ✭✭✭irishgeo


    anyone got a recommendation on the technic range, its my christmas present. nothing too mad.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,289 ✭✭✭✭Sleepy


    Rhyme wrote: »
    Completely blanked on the Diagon Alley gift with purchase set, quite curious about it now but it may end up in someone else stocking or on Adverts.
    I'd be happy to take it off your hands if you're looking to sell it :)


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,561 ✭✭✭Rhyme


    Sleepy wrote: »
    I'd be happy to take it off your hands if you're looking to sell it :)

    pm sent.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 28,493 ✭✭✭✭TitianGerm


    irishgeo wrote: »
    anyone got a recommendation on the technic range, its my christmas present. nothing too mad.

    What's the price range?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,520 ✭✭✭NinjaTruncs


    irishgeo wrote: »
    anyone got a recommendation on the technic range, its my christmas present. nothing too mad.

    Mack Anthem would be my choice, it's 120 in Smyths at the moment. otherwise, the Forest truck (100) Rally Car (90) or Forklift (55) would be the ones I'd go for.

    4.3kWp South facing PV System. South Dublin



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,570 ✭✭✭irishgeo


    TitianGerm wrote: »
    What's the price range?
    probably about the 100 euro mark.
    Mack Anthem would be my choice, it's 120 in Smyths at the moment. otherwise, the Forest truck (100) Rally Car (90) or Forklift (55) would be the ones I'd go for.

    maybe the rally car although the truck looks nice.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,483 ✭✭✭Ryath


    irishgeo wrote: »
    probably about the 100 euro mark.


    maybe the rally car although the truck looks nice.

    The rally car may be discounted again it was down to ~€65 at one stage on Amazon
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    https://uk.camelcamelcamel.com/LEGO-42077-Technic-Functions-Construction/product/B075GS1NNB

    It's a nice set but not the best value at full rrp. The Mack adv has more than twice the pieces. If u can blow the budget and it's on sale again get the Porsche GT3 it is amazing. I actually think it's good value considering the build time u get out off it.

    I'm eyeing up the Chiron now thinking before one would be enough. I'll have to wait till a sale though.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 28,493 ✭✭✭✭TitianGerm


    irishgeo wrote: »
    probably about the 100 euro mark.


    maybe the rally car although the truck looks nice.

    I'd do the Mack or if you hang on for a Smyth's sale you might get the Bucket Wheel Excavator for €120? Might be a good option outside budget?

    Edit: or as another option that's not Technic how about the Saturn V ?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,570 ✭✭✭irishgeo


    TitianGerm wrote: »
    irishgeo wrote: »
    probably about the 100 euro mark.


    maybe the rally car although the truck looks nice.

    I'd do the Mack or if you hang on for a Smyth's sale you might get the Bucket Wheel Excavator for €120? Might be a good option outside budget?

    Edit: or as another option that's not Technic how about the Saturn V ?
    The saturn is proudly sitting complete on the side board. Very enjoyable.

    Do lego do black Friday / cyber Monday deals?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,208 ✭✭✭shotgunmcos


    irishgeo wrote: »
    The saturn is proudly sitting complete on the side board. Very enjoyable.

    Do lego do black Friday / cyber Monday deals?

    Yes they do. Keep an eye on shop at home site. Usually get a jist in advcance of what might be on sale from brick bros, brick fanatics, brickvault, brickset, eurobricks etc..


  • Registered Users Posts: 457 ✭✭conjon


    Jacovs wrote: »
    Bought the Saturn V for xmas. €114,99 after €5 VIP points used. Free display frame and double VIP points earned.

    Jacovs do you mind me asking a stupid question? Could you point me towards that display frame? I didn't see it on the Lego website.

    I've had my eye on this set since I saw it posted on its on thread. Santa has brought daddy Lego for the last three years ( cheaper technic sets) and my lads are at the stage now where they'll enjoy this one.

    Many thanks
    Conor


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,888 ✭✭✭Jacovs


    conjon wrote: »
    Jacovs do you mind me asking a stupid question? Could you point me towards that display frame? I didn't see it on the Lego website.

    I've had my eye on this set since I saw it posted on its on thread. Santa has brought daddy Lego for the last three years ( cheaper technic sets) and my lads are at the stage now where they'll enjoy this one.

    Many thanks
    Conor

    Think the offer expired on 2 november along with the double vip points offer. Right now if I add stuff over €55 it automatically adds a free harry potter diagon alley set.
    The frame is not available to order by itself unfortunately.
    It is on Amazon UK for £12,99.
    Set number 5005359


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,289 ✭✭✭✭Sleepy


    I have lighting kits on the way from aliexpress for the Diner and Parisienne Restaurant modulars :)


  • Registered Users Posts: 301 ✭✭pcadhain


    Sleepy wrote: »
    I have lighting kits on the way from aliexpress for the Diner and Parisienne Restaurant modulars :)

    Mind posting pics when you install them?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,561 ✭✭✭Rhyme


    Hogwarts Castle arrived today. It's... huge. I'll have to bring the bags and instructions home from work over the next few days. Today is bags 1-10 and the first two instruction books.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,674 ✭✭✭✭Exclamation Marc


    Rhyme wrote: »
    Hogwarts Castle arrived today. It's... huge. I'll have to bring the bags and instructions home from work over the next few days. Today is bags 1-10 and the first two instruction books.

    I have just bags 36 and 37 left to do. It's a monstrous build but very very enjoyable and looks fantastic.

    Have fun!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,561 ✭✭✭Rhyme


    I have just bags 36 and 37 left to do. It's a monstrous build but very very enjoyable and looks fantastic.

    Have fun!

    Going to take books 1 and 2 (and bags 1-21) for myself and give books 3 and 4 (and the remaining bags) to the wife and we'll meet in the middle a few days later :)


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,289 ✭✭✭✭Sleepy


    pcadhain wrote: »
    Mind posting pics when you install them?
    They'll probably be a while coming (aliexpress orders are rarely fast) but will will definitely get pics.

    Mrs Sleepy has the Old Fishing Store and it's light kit for me for Christmas. Plan is to connect the three light sets to a usb hub plugged into a remote controlled socket to light up a currently dark corner of our sitting room.

    I may even take a video of that if I get it working well :)


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 974 ✭✭✭Remouad


    Sleepy

    Looked up lights sets for the trains on Aliexpress after reading your post.
    They look awesome!

    Think I'll pick some up.
    What brand did you get?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,289 ✭✭✭✭Sleepy


    Whichever was the cheapest "complete" set (I noticed some sets seemed to have slightly different lighting arrangements based on the photos) for the sets I was looking at. I don't think brand really comes into play on Aliexpress - it's *all* generic Chinese crap! A lot cheaper than going with the branded sites though - some of those light kits are nearly as expensive as the sets themselves, the ones I ordered ranged from about €14 (parisienne café) to €30ish (the Diner).


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 30,123 ✭✭✭✭Star Lord


    Just checked the winter Village toy shop light pricing, one two show up for it and they're both 30... Hmm... Will have to think about those! Probably wouldnt get them in time now anyway!


  • Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 24,129 Mod ✭✭✭✭robinph


    Just ordered myself the Sandcrawler as it's 20% off on Lego today. That only just brings it down to about the same price as on Amazon normally, but with some points off and a freebie Christmas set as well thrown in worked out slightly better going via the official Lego shop.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,520 ✭✭✭NinjaTruncs


    Got myself the Rough Terrain Crane on the way to work today, the current Smyths price will be hard to beat.

    4.3kWp South facing PV System. South Dublin



  • Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 24,129 Mod ✭✭✭✭robinph


    Just went and picked up the Santas Winter Holiday Duplo set from Smyths as it was on a Black Friday discount.



    ...and also got the Downtown Diner set in order to bring the total over £100 and to get the £10 off. :D


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,358 ✭✭✭seraphimvc


    Thinking to get another Destiny's bounty with that goddamn discount!

    Somehow black friday is not that great for me :< not many sets i am interested with significant discount compared to usual.


  • Registered Users Posts: 2,015 ✭✭✭SMC92Ian


    Lego shop has F all worth getting. Smyths has a tonne I want and very good discounts.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,208 ✭✭✭shotgunmcos


    BB8 €57 delivered from Amazon.. that's some price
    Destinys Bounty delivered for <€70 ... same.

    I have both but really tempted


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,208 ✭✭✭shotgunmcos


    SMC92Ian wrote: »
    Lego shop has F all worth getting. Smyths has a tonne I want and very good discounts.
    What about the Mini?


  • Registered Users Posts: 2,015 ✭✭✭SMC92Ian


    What about the Mini?

    Meh.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,289 ✭✭✭✭Sleepy


    What about the Mini?

    I have it and quite like it tbh. Lovely interior detailing.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,358 ✭✭✭seraphimvc


    BB8 €57 delivered from Amazon.. that's some price
    Destinys Bounty delivered for <€70 ... same.

    I have both but really tempted

    I just got another destiny bounty off amazon. No way i am letting this bargain go!:eek:


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,215 ✭✭✭shamrock55


    Destiny bounty gone back t 110 pounds again


  • Registered Users Posts: 1,288 ✭✭✭Fanny Wank


    Got the London Bus in Smyth's, it's discounted and then the extra tenner voucher brought it down to 90 quid

    Nice model, build is uninspired however. Will finish it tonight. Happy enough with it at the price


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,576 ✭✭✭✭OwaynOTT


    Went a bit mad.

    Detective Office, Downtiwn Diner and the two big winter village sets from Lego.com.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,627 ✭✭✭tedpan


    OwaynOTT wrote:
    Detective Office, Downtiwn Diner and the two big winter village sets from Lego.com.


    Pics please!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 819 ✭✭✭SEORG


    Assembly Square arrived from John Lewis today


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,139 ✭✭✭What Username Guidelines


    SEORG wrote: »
    Assembly Square arrived from John Lewis today

    I only have a couple of the creator series, but that’s definitely on my list. Enjoy!

    My three year old dragged this out from under the bed in the spare room last week and said “Daddy, Mammy got this for your birthday, is it your birthday today?”

    It wasn’t.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,576 ✭✭✭✭OwaynOTT


    tedpan wrote: »
    Pics please!

    Judging by the likes, there may be some confusion about the winter sets. It's just the firehouse and train station.
    Will put up pics of them when done if people still want.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,358 ✭✭✭seraphimvc


    I got the Ninjago city dock for 160 just arrived today, nice discount hmmmm. will post pics when i combined it with the city ha


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,576 ✭✭✭✭OwaynOTT


    seraphimvc wrote: »
    I got the Ninjago city dock for 160 just arrived today, nice discount hmmmm. will post pics when i combined it with the city ha

    Was so close to getting that along with all the other crap I got but I was strong!

    Got an email this morning from LEGO and it have the dock in the email with the price stil at €160 and I caved and clinked the link.

    Thank fcuk the link was wrong and it was back to full price on the website, the partner would have strung me up if I told her I had spent another €160 on LEGO.

    Enjoy the set, looks like a fun build.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,454 ✭✭✭mloc123


    Picked up the pet store modular from adverts yesterday... It will stay boxed for a while. Detective office and diner to do first.


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