b-ran Posted May 30, 2014 Posted May 30, 2014 I have hovered around here for a few months, have posted a couple things, but haven't formally introduced myself. Figured I would do that now. Not sure how many people read the introductions. I am from the Northern parts of the United States. Here is my brief story: I remember as a kid in the early 90s staying with my cousin who had a Black Seas Barracuda ship. I loved that set! It was too expensive unfortunately, and I never received it. I did receive a bucket of Lego, and would get a few of the really small pirate sets. Those didn't feel the void of the Black Seas Barracuda, but they were still enjoyed. I quickly outgrew the sets as a kid, and never really got full into Lego, but always had the desire. Fast forward 15 years to my son's birthday. My wife asked if I wanted to get him a bucket of Lego for his birthday. She had no idea what she was starting.... It brought back a wave of excitement for a new set that I remembered years ago. I eventually got a set for Christmas (7345 Transport Chopper), and was hooked. A couple months later, I was browsing Craigslist and saw a posting for a huge used lot. The first picture I saw showed the hull of the the Black Seas Barracuda. I called, met up with him, and purchased the lot. Not only did I get my childhood dream set (which is proudly displayed), but was a nice collection of other 90s sets that I would have had if I had the means at the time. I enjoy the many tips and tricks, inspirational MOCs, and helpful people here on Eurobricks! Quote
emilstorm Posted May 30, 2014 Posted May 30, 2014 Welcome to eurobricks :) That sounds like an amazing find on craigslist! There are still sets from my childhood I dream about:) Quote
StickFig Posted June 1, 2014 Posted June 1, 2014 Welcome to EB! She had no idea what she was starting.... She'd created a monster!!! I was browsing Craigslist and saw a posting for a huge used lot. The first picture I saw showed the hull of the the Black Seas Barracuda. I called, met up with him, and purchased the lot. Not only did I get my childhood dream set (which is proudly displayed), but was a nice collection of other 90s sets that I would have had if I had the means at the time. Man, one of these days I'll get lucky on Craigslist... awesome. Quote
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