I haven't seen much discussion of the new IDEAS Birds set (Jan, '15) yet...obvioulsy we don't have "hands-on" time, but I'd like to know what people think. I mean, it's smart of LEGO to try to corner the ornithologist/AFOL demographic (who wouldn't?!?), but curious to hear the community's thoughts for short and long term investment.

 

Personally, I'll buy it because it's IDEAS and I enjoy that line...I'm less certain of hoarding it for investment though.

Might have more potential. The first 2 weeks Birds was on Amazon, it was the #1 ranked seller in toys. That's an important data point. This set has massive appeal to folks not usually interested in Lego. FYI.

 

Are you sure? It has always been listed in the wrong category and from the start has been dominating the "Models and Model Kits" category on Amazon.

Anyone seen a seal-code more recent than 44S4 on this set?  Trying to figure out if they've done a second packaging run yet.

It`s a fantastic display, I`ve always loved birds, so perhaps there is a bit more connection with this set for me than some, but I love it. Got all 3 on display, naturally, and they`re just excellent. 

 

That said, I agree with being very careful with this one for Investment. As others have said, there is obviously no license backing, nor is it a set that appeals to the masses. Much more of a niche filling, which I think is a shame, but it is what it is. Bottom line, probably not a good idea to buy 50 of these 

 

Anyone seen a seal-code more recent than 44S4 on this set?  Trying to figure out if they've done a second packaging run yet.

My copy is also seal code 44S4. I think I`d agree with you that there is probably just the 1 run in the wild right now. 

Anyone seen a seal-code more recent than 44S4 on this set?  Trying to figure out if they've done a second packaging run yet.

 

I got two in today from amazon, 44S4. 

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That`s very punny   I love it!

Haven't see this set at my local TRU for a few weeks.  Anyone seen a seal code more recent that 44S4?  Looking to see if they're done another packaging run on this set.

Just got the set and have to say: It's great! The built is nice (and fast...) and the birds look great on display!

New stock of this at my local TRU.  Seal code 02S5.  Looks like another packaging run was done.

 

I think the "S" part of this code has a bit of significance.  It means world-wide packaging runs are still being done in Denmark.   If they were to modify plans due to especially large demand, movement of some packing to the Mexico plant would tell us something.  That hasn't happened.  Just a small bit of data that shows this set is on the same trajectory as other Ideas sets with prior 9 month +/- lifetimes.  

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Birds 2.0 by Poulsom has just been introduced at Lego Ideas.  It goes without saying, a 2.0 version of this set will cause the original to skyrocket in value.  Hence, I urge your support for this new version.

 

https://ideas.lego.com/projects/98737

And then there were 468. Hopefully we see RI #2 make it past the next review. Could be a precursor as to what Lego will do with successor Ideas proposals.

Birds 2.0 by Poulsom has just been introduced at Lego Ideas.  It goes without saying, a 2.0 version of this set will cause the original to skyrocket in value.  Hence, I urge your support for this new version.

 

https://ideas.lego.com/projects/98737

 

Voted! I can see this getting to 10,000 easily. 

Be interesting to see if they do this. Follow ups to existing idea sets (this and the science adventure) are going to take spots away from new sets. 

There are some series deserving of a few iterations, and I think the birds series would be one of them.

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How long do you guys reckon this will run? The normal 12-18 months for Idea's projects or a limited run like the Mars Rover, I ask because I haven't got any yet and plan on buying at least 10, it is a unique set and I have no idea how its going to perform but theirs just something about it.

Well, it's not like Mars Rover at all, at least in USA. Available on shelf at Toys R Us and in physical Lego stores.

I think its only available as Lego itself over here not noticed it anywhere else.

In France, it can be found in toysrus also, this is not a good sign I think

I'd love for TLG to make this a new line. Maybe a new set every year. Anyways, I picked up a couple of these with 10% CC discount at TRU. I might have to build one of them.

Does anyone have a scanned copy of the Lego HUB Birds employee set? You can BL all new parts to create the 5 birds for about $70 from what I'm seeing. I'd love to have the 5 additional birds to add to my display of the Lego Ideas Birds set, but can't see paying the current secondary market prices. I've found a couple poorly scanned copies of the swan and bald eagle instructions so far.

the woodpecker and cardinal are ok but i don't like the kingfisher at all.  even the first two mentioned aren't great, just ok.  i think the first 3 birds set that was made, with Lego's help are much better.  hopefully they will take his models and spruce em up a bit.  but i do love the birds set and would love to have 3 new ones every 6-12 months as a series.  

the woodpecker and cardinal are ok but i don't like the kingfisher at all.  even the first two mentioned aren't great, just ok.  i think the first 3 birds set that was made, with Lego's help are much better.  hopefully they will take his models and spruce em up a bit.  but i do love the birds set and would love to have 3 new ones every 6-12 months as a series.  

 

I agree with this assessment.  I also think, this may be the photos and some of the design choices with the tree the woodpecker is perched on, the bird itself looks ok.  If this set gets approved, I'm sure Lego would change the tree design, for among other reasons its just too many bricks to keep the price point below $50 for a set of three.

If this set gets approved, I'm sure Lego would change the tree design

Easy: they'll just remove the tree.

No reason why they couldn`t make a Bird series with 3, 4, or even 5 sets over the next few years. Not like`s a limited number of actual birds out there haha. That would be great if they would, I`m sure many people would be into collecting them all. 

Well I think some kind of pecking tree is essential for the woodpecker.  just doesn't have to be so stocky.  i love the flower with the hummingbird.  without it, the bird itself isn't all that impressive.  if these birds went into production, lego would spruce em up some, add the better stands and placards also.  plus these bases are no good.  but i def think birds will become a series.