75192 - UCS: Millennium Falcon 2017

[andyposterfan]

Also why signed by "A designer" doesn't that mean any random one? Surely should be "THE ACTUAL designer"

[binary_storm]

11 hours ago, TabbyBoy said:

LEGO need to realise that cutting corners = cutting profit. 75192 is an utter disappointment and an extortionate rip-off IMHO. Strong words, but 10179 looks way better. I have a feeling they will struggle to sell the new model. It's a big risk for LEGO and they should've done a better job - at least a smoother illuminated arse! I'll only buy at -50% off as it needs a lot of work. It's not worth £449.99 let alone £649.99. I think LEGO know this, hence only a few for sale at each branch. LOL if they're still on the shelves a week later!

LEGO... make sure most of your current designers are among the 1,400 to be fired!

Where did you get them from? Kindergarten?

Did somebody hack your account? ?

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Strong words, but 10179 looks way better

In your opinion. I suspect that, even just among Brickpicker forum members, the majority would disagree with you.

[Don-T]

In a Facebookpost today TLG confirmed,  that the MF will be available at Third Party Sellers. It won't be TLG exclusive! The point of time wasn't mentioned. So I will wait for the MF to be on the shelves at TRU or another seller and will use their discounts.

Link:

Promobricks.de

 

[Shewie]

3 minutes ago, Don-T said:

In a Facebookpost today TLG confirmed,  that the MF will be available at Third Party Sellers. It won't be TLG exclusive! The point of time wasn't mentioned. So I will wait for the MF to be on the shelves at TRU or another seller and will use their discounts.

Link:

Promobricks.de

 

I've mentioned that before it's open for B2B Lego resellers. In Germany for example it will be for about 550-580EUR per box (depends on the B2B agreement)
So if you have a friend who is running Brick Oriented Store, Toy... whatever and if he is entitled to make an order from LEGO WH he could get you one for nice bottle of vermouth.

Will be available for other parties from 1st October.

[boliramirez]

My closest Texas Store is getting 8.... Or better said, they just got 8 for the VIP Pre-sale..... I do not know if I will make the trip to try and get one,..... if people camp out, which I really doubt, I have no chance to get one....

[Scatterbug]

4 hours ago, andyposterfan said:

How do you know?

 

(not challenging you, just want verification as we get so many different rumours)

Staff in store. Can be unreliable but when it comes to stock volume at launch they should know this by now.

[ChadWick1e46]

7 hours ago, Scatterbug said:

Which parts of 10179 are 'way better'?

Such a loaded question....but I'll take a shot in the dark here?

10179 Pro's...

#1...an "original" Design...it broke barriers and set the bar for "what could be done"

#2...1st editions ...with letters of Thanks and praise from lego corporate with Numbered certificate AND a cool "30th anniversary" chrome sticker.

#3...the attention to detail regarding Basic "Lines" of the model shown in the pic below

#4...an original brick built Rear Engine exterior 324 pieces vs. 20ish on the 75192

#5...the boarding ramp ...the hydrolic Lift pistons are for some reason built towards the middle of the 75192...why??...lol

#6...7...& 8 are strictly opinion...but I think the radar dish print is better cleaner...the overAll color scheme is Better...the landing gear in my opinion is better as well

#9...good ol luke skywalker and Ben kenobi 

#10...minimal stickers 

#11...and best of all...this is the only Set that can truly be called a "Legend" and will be referred back to for reference and set the bar documented as selling for well over $10,000 at its peak. Which is why when this is all said and done it wil still hold value to those that appreciate its legacy.

[ChadWick1e46]

75192 pros...

#1....interior interior interior

#2...Better turret

#3...Better cockpit

#4...2000 more pieces (see #1)

#5...2 Exclusive Minifigures plus 3 buildable figures...totaling 11 figs...not Bad 

#6...possibly a better internal structure Build...with obvious attempt at SNOT technics 

#7...8...& 9 Too soon to tell but I'm sure when we get building we'll get it

#10...a supercool Starwars Vip card 

#11...cardboard box with wheels (optional for in store)?

 

Edited September 7, 2017 by ChadWick1e46

[Shewie]

#5...2 Exclusive Minifigures plus 3 buildable figures...totaling 11 figs...not Bad 

this is actually a huge let down since you can BrickLink 80% of those figures for 30USD w/ shipping.

C3PO - Escape Pod
Rey - Rey Speeder
Han TFA - Rathar Escape
Chewie - trash bin.
Pogos are not a figures, it's pile of bricks put together.
Finn - any TFA TLJ set literally.

[Guest TabbyBoy]

1 hour ago, binary_storm said:

Did somebody hack your account? 

No! I'm always one that speaks my mind and I honestly think that LEGO's designers are either getting lazy or being made to create a design on the cheap - and it shows.

 

In your opinion. I suspect that, even just among Brickpicker forum members, the majority would disagree with you.

Maybe, but I'm entitled to my opinion. I can't compare them in the flesh as I've not built a 75192 yet, but I probably will when it's discounted enough. As for investment, not a chance.

 

[ChadWick1e46]

7 minutes ago, Shewie said:

#5...2 Exclusive Minifigures plus 3 buildable figures...totaling 11 figs...not Bad 

this is actually a huge let down since you can BrickLink 80% of those figures for 30USD w/ shipping.

C3PO - Escape Pod
Rey - Rey Speeder
Han TFA - Rathar Escape
Chewie - trash bin.
Pogos are not a figures, it's pile of bricks put together.
Finn - any TFA TLJ set literally.

Yeah...your right...I was TRYiNG to be positive about that???lolol

?sigh

[thebrickdad]

4 hours ago, andyposterfan said:

Also why signed by "A designer" doesn't that mean any random one? Surely should be "THE ACTUAL designer"

 

As posted on Brickset with user ID confirmed by Huw:

 

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By BrickCommander in Denmark, 07 Sep 2017 15:01

The designer (me) will not be in London, as I am finally enjoying my hard-earned vacation. 
However, you can meet the designer of the original UCS Falcon, Jens (Design Director of LEGO Star Wars) as well as Michael (Design Manager). Both also LOVE to answer awkward fan questions!

 

 

Now, if Jens Kronvold Frederiksen is going to be signing, then take an MISB 10179 down and get him to sign that one instead!!

The other comments on the Leicester Square signing are that the tube will be closed so good luck in getting these home in one piece.

[ChadWick1e46]

22 minutes ago, thebrickdad said:

 

As posted on Brickset with user ID confirmed by Huw:

 

 

Now, if Jens Kronvold Frederiksen is going to be signing, then take an MISB 10179 down and get him to sign that one instead!!

The other comments on the Leicester Square signing are that the tube will be closed so good luck in getting these home in one piece.

 

23 minutes ago, thebrickdad said:

Now, if Jens Kronvold Frederiksen is going to be signing, then take an MISB 10179 down and get him to sign that one instead!!

The other comments on the Leicester Square signing are that the tube will be closed so good luck in getting these home in one piece.

All I know is you cats ???in London are gonna have A blast!!!

a signed Box is a sweet deal?

[Shewie]

Jens wasn't even take a part in development process of Millennium Falcon so it's like Buying a Lexus but getting signature from Toyota Marketing Manger.
He was responsible for example for recent Death Star which we all love in here.

[starwarsxpress]

the new falcon.  I am excited about it.  I am thrilled what it looks like.  I cannot afford the old one.  the newer one looks more detailed to me.  I am happy to pay $800 to get this one and  I do not care about its collectible long term value and what I can sell it for.  I want to build it with my family and enjoy it. as a toy.  I think there will be many people like me. yes things could be improved better or this or that but bottom line is I am thrilled and glad they released it.  Yes I buy sell lego.  this set is not about that to me.  it is about fun. that is new thinking I know.

[33Lego]

it is weird, but why I want a 10179 now

seeing couple of them on ebay for 1200 ~ 1300 on auction

must resist the pulse to place a bid

[winder00side]

8 minutes ago, 33Lego said:

it is weird, but why I want a 10179 now

seeing couple of them on ebay for 1200 ~ 1300 on auction

must resist the pulse to place a bid

Since I'm lazy, was that NIB or "used"? 

[33Lego]

NIB

[Shewie]

Just now, 33Lego said:

NIB

wow, just wow.

could you all believe it was 5000-6000 about year ago for NIB.

[TargetZero]

hmm still selling for 1.6k used and 3k NIB.. sold listing....

[P38bam023]

2 hours ago, starwarsxpress said:

the new falcon.  I am excited about it.  I am thrilled what it looks like.  I cannot afford the old one.  the newer one looks more detailed to me.  I am happy to pay $800 to get this one and  I do not care about its collectible long term value and what I can sell it for.  I want to build it with my family and enjoy it. as a toy.  I think there will be many people like me. yes things could be improved better or this or that but bottom line is I am thrilled and glad they released it.  Yes I buy sell lego.  this set is not about that to me.  it is about fun. that is new thinking I know.

I think you echo the sentiment of most Lego Star Wars fans.  Most of us are excited for 75192 but couldn't tell by the negativity from the last few pages in this thread . ? "The rear end is ugly"? "the fins are too tall"? " the minifigs aren't enough" ?"my 10179 is losing its prestige /value "? "lego needs to stop rehashing Ucs sets" 

For the love of Lego can't we be glad it's not an exact remake like Death Star /winter village.  Just recognize Lego saw a demand and provided us with the 75192.  No one is forcing any of us to buy this , but those that don't want to shell out 1k+ for a 10179 will gladly get one.  The negativity on BPer the last two years just drives me crazy.  People used to be so happy and excited for new things on here. Overall I feel this is to test us AFOLs and how much of the focus their marketing and set designs should be geared towards.  Basically how much money they can make off us for throwing a bone or two our way.  Day 1 for me since I would gladly support more "super" sets that are meant for us big kids.  I can't blame anyone for waiting til oct for double Vip tho but who knows how big a backorder there could end up being . 

[exciter1]

My wife was eying an Apple Watch, I told her to grab one . when a big ass box shows up at my door, we would just call it even . 

Heck, my wife has 2 already and she let me buy her new patio furniture and a new couch this Summer. It always escalates...

[IMDeus]

Double points in Oct is hard to pass up

[emonster]

1 hour ago, P38bam023 said:

I think you echo the sentiment of most Lego Star Wars fans.  Most of us are excited for 75192 but couldn't tell by the negativity from the last few pages in this thread . "The rear end is ugly" "the fins are too tall" " the minifigs aren't enough" "my 10179 is losing its prestige /value " "lego needs to stop rehashing Ucs sets" 

 

Those bp'ers with the negativity will probably be the first to buy on day one.. jmho

[winder00side]

15 minutes ago, IMDeus said:

Double points in Oct is hard to pass up

Any concern that LEGO Shop at Home availability come Oct 10th will be slim-to-none?