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Lego 21309: NASA Apollo Saturn V
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Edit: Nevermind, Read it wrong.
Build separate stages and break it down a few weeks later and do the other stages.
DrForester
Kills Photobucket
For anyone that wants to be super detailed.
Stage 2 uses 5, clear, 1x1 tiles with stud.
Stage 3 uses 1, clear 1x1 flat tile
Blue title with stud - 3005743
Blue Tile flat - 4646861
Total Lego Shop order: $0.36
With shipping. - $5.31
But, my Saturn V will be accurate!
Stage 2 uses 5, clear, 1x1 tiles with stud.
Stage 3 uses 1, clear 1x1 flat tile
Blue title with stud - 3005743
Blue Tile flat - 4646861
Total Lego Shop order: $0.36
With shipping. - $5.31
But, my Saturn V will be accurate!
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Or just add the $10 Iron Man set, get free shipping with the Saturn V, and get a bunch of other parts to use later and two mini figures. Either way.
Or, just dig in your collection if you have one and get the parts.
Or, just dig in your collection if you have one and get the parts.
Which iron man set?
Pretty sure I'd have those studs but the round tile is less likely. I could probably live with a stud for stage 3 though
PhoncipleBone
Banned
This:
whatsinaname
Member
It's here!! Just in time for the long weekend.
Slightly disappointed it is a regular Lego box and not the Ideas type of box.
Slightly disappointed it is a regular Lego box and not the Ideas type of box.
Daniel Jackson
Member
Haven't played wth lego since I was a kid, but this looks really awesome.
How long do such sets normally stay in production? If it's a limited run, I can imagine it will very quickly become expensive.
How long do such sets normally stay in production? If it's a limited run, I can imagine it will very quickly become expensive.
Got mine yesterday and have started the build. The first stage took over 3 hours. Which is awesome. Just in that stage alone there are a ton of neat build tricks. I've finished the internal structure of the second stage. I'm gonna try to finish the whole thing during the Cavs game tonight. The build should ease my inevitable sports-related nerves.
Also, you're all about to make me buy that Iron Man set for the blue studs. It is in stock at the local Target...
I'm finishing up the second stage now and it's very different from the first stage, build wise, so if you split up the stages you'll miss some cool techniques. There is quite a bit of repetition during the build, though. Quite a few things that you'll need to do 2 or 4 times, so you could split that stuff up.
Also, you're all about to make me buy that Iron Man set for the blue studs. It is in stock at the local Target...
I'm finishing up the second stage now and it's very different from the first stage, build wise, so if you split up the stages you'll miss some cool techniques. There is quite a bit of repetition during the build, though. Quite a few things that you'll need to do 2 or 4 times, so you could split that stuff up.
chaosblade
Unconfirmed Member
Built this yesterday and it was a lot of fun. Hardest part is probably going to be not buying any more.
Already ideas going through my head for building a launch platform for it.
Already ideas going through my head for building a launch platform for it.
That Damn Kid
Member
Looks amazing, but I already have this set
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Looks amazing, but I already have this set
Less than 1/10th the parts, and nowhere near as cool to assemble. You need this set. It is absolutely bonkers how it goes together.
firehawk12
Subete no aware
Wait, does the command module separate from the service module to create that splashdown piece? And it all fits in the third stage of the Saturn?
DrForester
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There are two command module pieces.
One is a plain white one that goes on the completed rocket. It can come off, but it's not really meant to as the escape tower does not easily detach.
The other is a grey one with capsule markings, emulating the darkened look of the capsule after reentry.
Actually, it's because the capsule on the rocket was covered by an aerodynamic/protective shroud, which was part of (and jettisoned along with) the escape tower.
* Sun required because we can no longer afford electricity.
DrForester
Kills Photobucket
Thanks for the info. That's neat.
When you say 'physical store', do you mean a general physical store, or a Lego store specifically? I don't think general physical stores have been following the same street date limits, and I wouldn't expect distribution to be that widespread (and indications suggest that this is going to be a popular product). I don't know if physical Lego Stores *are* holding out for the formal launch date, but if they are, you should have a decent shot there.
However, Online should be easier still, and may go live on midnight; indeed, I suspect you'd be able to attempt to get it online on Wednesday night, and if you're unsuccessful, look into a physical store on Thursday.
Aye sorry I should have been more specific. A physical lego store. I'll try online first. Thank you.
DrForester
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LEGO has shipped my transparent blue bricks so I can properly modify the Saturn V.
Do we know what time these things generally go up on the date they say?Meanwhile in Australia
Yes, I'll be sitting up to midnight tonight only to be disappointed when it doesn't go live (like the Porsche).
I couldn't say with any certainty, all I know is I was up for the Porsche launch and it didn't go live during the evening (I was up til 1am, studying...) But I'll be up again tonight and trying my luck, just in case (not that I expect Lego AU to sell out that quickly).
Has just changed to 'Pre-order this item today; it will be in by 1 Jun 2017' and you can add it to your bag.
https://shop.lego.com/en-AU/LEGO-NASA-Apollo-Saturn-V-21309
So I did. Now to cookiemonster.gif wait for 9-18 fucking business days for delivery. Why does Lego hate Australia so much?
https://shop.lego.com/en-AU/LEGO-NASA-Apollo-Saturn-V-21309
So I did. Now to cookiemonster.gif wait for 9-18 fucking business days for delivery. Why does Lego hate Australia so much?
whatsinaname
Member
PhoncipleBone mentioned his BN has the set in stock if any of you want to try for one at your local one.
DrForester
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A LEGO store yes, but most other retailers do not carry the LEGO Idea line in stores (sometimes on their website). Barnes and Noble and Toys R Us might carry them in stores.
SuperBanana
Banned
Meanwhile in Australia
Yes, I'll be sitting up to midnight tonight only to be disappointed when it doesn't go live (like the Porsche).
Aaaand instantly sold out.
Aaaand instantly sold out.
Haha, holy crap. Well, June 7 isn't too much of a wait at least. But damn, wasn't expecting that. Turned out buying it last night was the right thing to do after all.
firehawk12
Subete no aware
Oh, Australia. I thought they started doing them early or something. lol
Aaaand instantly sold out.
same in austria. and half an hour after ordering i got an email saying it ain't on stock atm and shipment will be delayed - i hope it's only referring to the june 7th date.
still, i'm a little bit pissed. couldn't preorder yesterday, on the 30th may, because of the june 1st release date - now it's out of stock on the 31st. wtf?
No idea if it's anywhere at retail in Canada...
I'll be standing by the official LEGO shop website at midnight tonight. Hopefully I'll get it tonight and the shipping doesn't take too long. I have the E3 Week off from work so I'd love to build it while watching the conferences.
I'll be standing by the official LEGO shop website at midnight tonight. Hopefully I'll get it tonight and the shipping doesn't take too long. I have the E3 Week off from work so I'd love to build it while watching the conferences.
US and in store?
whatsinaname
Member
Yep, some US Barnes and Noble stores have it out on the shelves.
Yes, in the Sarasota, Fl store. They had two out on the shelf.
Looks amazing, but I already have this set
I have that set too. It is tiny next to the new one.
smokeandmirrors
Banned
Gonna check my Barnes and noble when I get home in like 10. Will report back
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