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Set Review – 72031 Mario Yoshi Bike

I have a spattering of Mario sets in the drawers, waiting to be built. I saw this one on the shelf in Sainsbury’s, and as per usual, it was at…

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Set Review – 31164 3in1 Space Robot

I have waited for this set to come down in price. Although the standard £19.99 is average for what you get, I managed to get it for £15.99 from B&M.…

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Set Review – 75411 Darth Maul Mech

It has become quite the staple to look at mech sets in these posts. On the whole, these sets are based on the same skeleton, but have some great details…

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Set Review – 75128 Micro Tie Fighter (Find)

Whilst I was perusing the shelves at my local charity shop, I found this Prototype Tie Fighter Microfighter, boxed, sealed and ready for me to grab! This is one of…

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Set Review – 40619 EVE and WALL-E Brickheadz

At the time WALL-E was released in cinemas, my late wife and I were really into Pixar productions. Having done the cute Luxo Jr Lamp, recently, this was another sweet…

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Set Review – 21357 Disney Pixar Luxo Jr.

I can remember first seeing this ident in 1995. Watching Toy Story was a gateway into a new film idea. Unlike 2025, there was still new ideas to be had.…

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A Display in a Cirle

After my late-wife passed away, I have been hoarding a lot of her things. As time goes by, I am removing the inanimate objects from the house. Most are donated,…

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Tool Review: More on That Charger…

As promised, I wanted to document the new 6v and 12v charger that I have purchsed to give some old cells, new life. From a first look, it is robust…

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Review: Zuru Mayka Tape

I have now been using this product for a few years, now, and want to give my verdict on how it performs. The first use was on the top of…

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Set Review – 31147 Retro Camera

As per usual, the 3in1 sets are always fun. They give you the satisfaction of three options and are well priced. This set was no different as the end result…