Sorry... I couldn't beat your April 2014 join date. 
Point is that once the mass hoarding begins, the race to the bottom usually begins.  So, be amused, but statistics don't lie. Here's some facts for you moose, since you always like to be a force of "insight".  2 weeks ago, 25 listings on amazon, prices were nearing 90.  Today, almost 90 resellers prices down to 68.00.  At that price, you're pretty much looking at making a few bucks.  No thanks.  I can make more money contracting ..

 

No one asked you to beat anything...and I understand your Dino-Economic Theory. The point (as you put it) is that you can make a point without being condescending...and I am amused, because statistics lie ALL the time (Google "statistical fallacy" if you don't believe me). Knowledge is power!

I appreciate you thinking I have some insight to share, that means a lot to me. I also take great pleasure that when I do, I don't have to be an a**-h*** about it.

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No one asked you to beat anything...and I understand your Dino-Economic Theory. The point (as you put it) is that you can make a point without being condescending.

...and I am amused, because statistics lie ALL the time (Google "statistical fallacy" if you don't believe me). Knowledge is power!

 

Well, obviously your seniority is way above mine, so you win.

Back on July 14th, if I would have bought into the whims of the average poster on this site, the Death Star would be at 650.00 by now, and all those that were in for 5 more would be rolling in it.  It's been sitting at 575, and barely moving in any direction.  Once the reseller numbers go up like they are with the JW sets, it's a race to the bottom.  This happens quite a bit.  It's going to take a while for these numbers to thin, and I think the "easy money gravy train" that is promoted by some is overrated.  Sooo.. knowledge is power. 

Edited August 10, 201510 yr by fossilrock

 statistics lie ALL the time

Numbers are numbers. People lie... people who understand how to manipulate statistics. Knowledge is power, isn't it?

 

I'm amused when someone who joined 6 months ago labels others "johnny come lately investors"

 

Just because somebody joined here 6 months ago doesn't necessarily mean they just began investing in Lego 6 months ago. 

So much kindness here I miss the olden days

is this brick picker or nit picker ?

Numbers are static.  Presentation (and interpretation) is everything

Btw, I love watching race to the bottom  

Well, obviously your seniority is way above mine, so you win.

Just because I don't consider myself less than you doesn't mean I consider myself more.

Just because somebody joined here 6 months ago doesn't necessarily mean they just began investing in Lego 6 months ago. 

You're absolutely right, I took issue with the characterization. Just because someone buys JW sets also doesn't mean they are a new investor. We all have goals.

So much kindness here I miss the olden days

is this brick picker or nit picker ?

Can you start a poll?!?  "Nit Picker" would be a great thread...

Numbers are static.  Presentation (and interpretation) is everything

Btw, I love watching race to the bottom  

It's almost as awesome as the climb after all the dust settles...

It's almost as awesome as the climb after all the dust settles...

Can you start a poll?!?  "Nit Picker" would be a great thread...

lol ... add an 'r' one of those words too...

So much kindness here I miss the olden days

is this brick picker or nit picker ?

Nit Picker

http://thenit-picker.net/

 

So much kindness here I miss the olden days

is this brick picker or nit picker ?

Just lurk like the rest of us do now. Same info, no drama.

So much kindness here I miss the olden days

is this brick picker or nit picker ?

I did miss the olden days when Trek contributed great things to this site.  Did anyone remember the Daily Summary posts ?

I did miss the olden days when Trek contributed great things to this site.  Did anyone remember the Daily Summary posts ?

I'm pretty sure I owe Trek some money for those contributions...

But yeah, on topic: raptors and stuff.

Raptors know not to bite the hand that feeds them.

Raptors know not to bite the hand that feeds them.

Just bring one of those flutes from JP3 and you'd be fine  

Raptors know not to bite the hand that feeds them.

PIC OR IT DIDNT HAPPEN


Going to the Lego store today will report back if there is any RE on the shelf.

That's right.  Raptors bite off the arm that feeds them.  or arm wrestles with Satan donned in a white robe.

At least I know now that Raptors are on the side of the Righteous.  This gives a new definition to Rapture escape that someone posted the other day.

Will be interesting to see if orders placed today actually ship given Wal Mart and their order fulfillment history, plus the seal codes if they're older or newer.  I placed two orders for a couple each time for myself and nephews, plus to hold if Raptor Escape actually stays sold out. 

I got an order of 3 in earlier today. I will report on shipping and seal codes as well.

If they come, orders from Sat still have not shipped or updated.  

Don't have to worry about race to bottom if you sell while they are at there peak.  Timing is always the key.   If you don't have during the peak its already to late. 

you mean you're not holding these until post EOL?

I did miss the olden days when Trek contributed great things to this site.  Did anyone remember the Daily Summary posts ?

I do too as it gave me something to complain about when he missed those daily summary posts...

you mean you're not holding these until post EOL?

well yeah they are retiring soon right?

 

well yeah they are retiring soon right?

I'm glad I passed on JW and scooby just reading about it makes my head hurt. Now get me my early release Temple of Airjitsu and let the real fun begin, Please  

The two I got this weekend were both 07R5