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12-05-04, 10:04 PM
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Originally Posted by pat00139
For anybody interested, my number is 0716.
My friend has 2761, which is the highest one I've heard of.
My friend has 2761, which is the highest one I've heard of.
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12-05-04, 10:21 PM
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Originally Posted by DrGerbil
Okay. That should be impossible considering there were only 2,754 made. That probably means a few more were produced after the initial run.
Will be posting a question about this to their forums, though they are unlikely to asnwer, as always.
12-05-04, 10:47 PM
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It's possible that Starmax produced a higher number of copper cases (e.g. 3,000) that were stamped with numbers as they were made, then some were discarded. There's usually some waste in a production process.
If that were the case, the number of completed sets could be 2,754, but the numbering of the sets would not be a sequential 0001 - 2754. Does that make sense? I'd still like to hear what Starmax has to say about it.
Also, I tried to rip the DVD with a couple of programs and no dice. Apparently it does have some kind of new-fangled copy protection on it (can't blame them, what with the rampant number of Oldboy SE bootlegs out there). But that could explain the Chapter 13 freezing some people are experiencing, if Starmax did something non-standard during mastering in order to pull off the copy protection.
If that were the case, the number of completed sets could be 2,754, but the numbering of the sets would not be a sequential 0001 - 2754. Does that make sense? I'd still like to hear what Starmax has to say about it.
Also, I tried to rip the DVD with a couple of programs and no dice. Apparently it does have some kind of new-fangled copy protection on it (can't blame them, what with the rampant number of Oldboy SE bootlegs out there). But that could explain the Chapter 13 freezing some people are experiencing, if Starmax did something non-standard during mastering in order to pull off the copy protection.
12-05-04, 11:42 PM
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Yeah, sounds like ehon might be right on this one.
I used to work (temp) for a plastic molding facility and they made an extra 10% more parts than the required number (which in this case would be pretty much right around the 2700 total), so they could've just started off with 3,000 (Numbered 1-3000) and then ended up witht he 2750 total in the end which would be cheaper than going back and re-making the 'bad' numbers over again.
I used to work (temp) for a plastic molding facility and they made an extra 10% more parts than the required number (which in this case would be pretty much right around the 2700 total), so they could've just started off with 3,000 (Numbered 1-3000) and then ended up witht he 2750 total in the end which would be cheaper than going back and re-making the 'bad' numbers over again.
12-06-04, 12:11 AM
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Originally Posted by sofdec
Yeah, sounds like ehon might be right on this one.
I used to work (temp) for a plastic molding facility and they made an extra 10% more parts than the required number (which in this case would be pretty much right around the 2700 total), so they could've just started off with 3,000 (Numbered 1-3000) and then ended up witht he 2750 total in the end which would be cheaper than going back and re-making the 'bad' numbers over again.
I used to work (temp) for a plastic molding facility and they made an extra 10% more parts than the required number (which in this case would be pretty much right around the 2700 total), so they could've just started off with 3,000 (Numbered 1-3000) and then ended up witht he 2750 total in the end which would be cheaper than going back and re-making the 'bad' numbers over again.
However, pressing extra copies would explain the rather long delay on this title. Remember, this was originally going to ship early to mid october.
Also, if it's true that they have pressed more, then it's not as exclusive as they led people to believe. I personally think Starmax has bowed to pressure from distributors/resellers who know they can make a killing on it.
12-06-04, 12:11 AM
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Originally Posted by zatoichi
yea doc, where did u purchase it from?
12-06-04, 07:17 AM
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Originally Posted by DrGerbil
I would wager a great deal you didn't get it from yesasia. May I ask where you ordered your set from?
I did indeed get it from yesasia - ordered 2 weeks ago!
12-06-04, 11:47 AM
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got my yesasia order last week, and watched the movie over the weekend. interesting movie with some thought-provoking (though mildly disturbing) plots.
as for my box, did anyone's dvd cases get scratched inside the packaging? the dvds come in these slim cardboard digipaks, all packed inside the metal tin. some of the inside bolts must've scratched the spines of the digipacks during shipping. not a big deal, but was curious if others had this happen to their copies.
as for my box, did anyone's dvd cases get scratched inside the packaging? the dvds come in these slim cardboard digipaks, all packed inside the metal tin. some of the inside bolts must've scratched the spines of the digipacks during shipping. not a big deal, but was curious if others had this happen to their copies.
12-06-04, 12:12 PM
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yes, i should've read two pages up; i'm gonna contact Yesasia to try to get replacement digipack cases. thanks!
and yes, the case was covered with grease, probably to keep the metal from rusting or as part of its finish. wiped it off with a paper towel and it was fine.
and yes, the case was covered with grease, probably to keep the metal from rusting or as part of its finish. wiped it off with a paper towel and it was fine.
12-06-04, 08:43 PM
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Dear Customer
The starmax will send replacement. So you don't need to return it.
Thanks.
From www.koreandvds.com
The starmax will send replacement. So you don't need to return it.
Thanks.
From www.koreandvds.com
12-06-04, 10:33 PM
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Quick question - For anyone whose emailed starmax directly (With the details they asked for) - Have you gotten any responce yet?
Been about 3 days for me and havent heard a thing from them (My Yahoo account kept sending the email back to me, I sent it using gmail and havent heard a word since (so I dont even know if it went through at this point)), Just wanna make sure I'm not the only one.
Been about 3 days for me and havent heard a thing from them (My Yahoo account kept sending the email back to me, I sent it using gmail and havent heard a word since (so I dont even know if it went through at this point)), Just wanna make sure I'm not the only one.
12-06-04, 10:38 PM
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Originally Posted by sofdec
Quick question - For anyone whose emailed starmax directly (With the details they asked for) - Have you gotten any responce yet?
Been about 3 days for me and havent heard a thing from them (My Yahoo account kept sending the email back to me, I sent it using gmail and havent heard a word since (so I dont even know if it went through at this point)), Just wanna make sure I'm not the only one.
Been about 3 days for me and havent heard a thing from them (My Yahoo account kept sending the email back to me, I sent it using gmail and havent heard a word since (so I dont even know if it went through at this point)), Just wanna make sure I'm not the only one.
nope. nothing. sent it using gmail(and it finally went through) but haven't heard anything back.
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ahh okay, Let me know if you guys get anything. I'd hate to find out later on that gmail responces havent been getting through and the deadlines up.
Just wanted to make sure I wasnt alone on this
My case isnt that bad at all really, so I wont be too disappointed if I dont get a replacement, but when you pay THIS much (I paid a little more than everyone else it seems ($120 + Tax) buying it from a local store), you just expect it to be perfect.
Just wanted to make sure I wasnt alone on this
My case isnt that bad at all really, so I wont be too disappointed if I dont get a replacement, but when you pay THIS much (I paid a little more than everyone else it seems ($120 + Tax) buying it from a local store), you just expect it to be perfect.
12-07-04, 07:49 AM
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according to yesasia's shipping estimate. mines won't reach me until after the new years which kinds of sucks because i won't know the extent of the damage. My order is currently in "locating from suppliers" or whatever it is. I'm telling you guys, nothing but bad luck to me, look at the infernal affairs issue. Same thing.
12-07-04, 09:05 AM
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got this email from yesasia today.
Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you for your purchasing at YesAsia.com!
as we received report from customers according to the damaged of the Movie and Supplement disk, the supplier will arrange a
replacement to the customer. The details will be updated in 1-2 business
days, please accept our apology for any inconvenience caused.
If there is still any further enquiry, please feel free to contact us at
[email protected].
We hope this informative and look forward to serve you soon.
For better service, please include this message when you reply.
Regards,
Anna Ho
Customer Relations Officer
YesAsia.com.
Within US & Canada: (888) 716-5753 (US toll-free number)
Outside US & Canada: (852) 2522 1227(Hong Kong number)
and then:
Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you very much for your support to YesAsia.com.
With reference to your recent order placed on 5-Sep-04, it has
come to our attention that there maybe a production problem with "Old boy
Ultimate Edition" making the packing case for Disc 1 and 2 damaged easily.
In connection to such a situation, we have contacted the distributor,
"Starmax Co., Ltd., Korea" regarding the above-mentioned problem and they
agree to replace the defective packing case for Disc 1 and 2 for our
customers. If you have encountered the same problem, please kindly notify
us by replying this email on or before Dec 20, 2004 so that we can notify
Starmax Co., Ltd., Korea on the number of replacement case. However, may we
have your kind attention that their new batch of replacement case will
become ready by early January 2005 and thus, please kindly expect to receive
the replacement case by mid to late January 2005.
If you have encountered defect or damage on the captioned item other than
the above specified, please kindly provide us with a supporting image when
you reply to this email so that we can try to negotiate with Starmax Co.,
Ltd., Korea to see if a replacement is feasible.
On the other hand, if you have already reported your defective case to us
but not yet send back your item, please also reply to this email so that we
can include your case in this replacement process. If you have already
returned it and it reaches us on or before Dec 20, 2004, we will arrange to
include your case in the replacement process but if you have already
returned your item but your returned item does not reach us on or before Dec
20, 2004, we will have no way to include your case in this replacement
process and Starmax Co., Ltd., Korea may not entertain any further claims.
In this case, we will have no choice but to refund the relevant product
price to your YesAsia account for your next or future shopping.
Please kindly accept our sincere apology for this unexpected incident.
Should you have any further inquiry or comment regarding this item, please
do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
For better service, please include this email when you reply.
Yours sincerely,
Customer Service Department
YesAsia.com, Inc.
Within US & Canada: (888) 716-5753 (US toll-free number)
Outside US & Canada: (852) 2522 1227(Hong Kong number)
Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you for your purchasing at YesAsia.com!
as we received report from customers according to the damaged of the Movie and Supplement disk, the supplier will arrange a
replacement to the customer. The details will be updated in 1-2 business
days, please accept our apology for any inconvenience caused.
If there is still any further enquiry, please feel free to contact us at
[email protected].
We hope this informative and look forward to serve you soon.
For better service, please include this message when you reply.
Regards,
Anna Ho
Customer Relations Officer
YesAsia.com.
Within US & Canada: (888) 716-5753 (US toll-free number)
Outside US & Canada: (852) 2522 1227(Hong Kong number)
and then:
Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you very much for your support to YesAsia.com.
With reference to your recent order placed on 5-Sep-04, it has
come to our attention that there maybe a production problem with "Old boy
Ultimate Edition" making the packing case for Disc 1 and 2 damaged easily.
In connection to such a situation, we have contacted the distributor,
"Starmax Co., Ltd., Korea" regarding the above-mentioned problem and they
agree to replace the defective packing case for Disc 1 and 2 for our
customers. If you have encountered the same problem, please kindly notify
us by replying this email on or before Dec 20, 2004 so that we can notify
Starmax Co., Ltd., Korea on the number of replacement case. However, may we
have your kind attention that their new batch of replacement case will
become ready by early January 2005 and thus, please kindly expect to receive
the replacement case by mid to late January 2005.
If you have encountered defect or damage on the captioned item other than
the above specified, please kindly provide us with a supporting image when
you reply to this email so that we can try to negotiate with Starmax Co.,
Ltd., Korea to see if a replacement is feasible.
On the other hand, if you have already reported your defective case to us
but not yet send back your item, please also reply to this email so that we
can include your case in this replacement process. If you have already
returned it and it reaches us on or before Dec 20, 2004, we will arrange to
include your case in the replacement process but if you have already
returned your item but your returned item does not reach us on or before Dec
20, 2004, we will have no way to include your case in this replacement
process and Starmax Co., Ltd., Korea may not entertain any further claims.
In this case, we will have no choice but to refund the relevant product
price to your YesAsia account for your next or future shopping.
Please kindly accept our sincere apology for this unexpected incident.
Should you have any further inquiry or comment regarding this item, please
do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
For better service, please include this email when you reply.
Yours sincerely,
Customer Service Department
YesAsia.com, Inc.
Within US & Canada: (888) 716-5753 (US toll-free number)
Outside US & Canada: (852) 2522 1227(Hong Kong number)
12-07-04, 09:09 AM
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That sucks BuddhaWake, it looks like StarMax is only doing replacements through December 20. I received the following email from YesAsia:
Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you very much for your support to YesAsia.com.
With reference to your recent order (3556763) placed on 28-Nov-04, it has come to our attention that there maybe a production problem with "Old boy Ultimate Edition" making the packing case for Disc 1 and 2 damaged easily. In connection to such a situation, we have contacted the distributor, "Starmax Co., Ltd., Korea" regarding the above-mentioned problem and they agree to replace the defective packing case for Disc 1 and 2 for our customers. If you have encountered the same problem, please kindly notify us by replying this email on or before Dec 20, 2004 so that we can notify Starmax Co., Ltd., Korea on the number of replacement case. However, may we have your kind attention that their new batch of replacement case will become ready by early January 2005 and thus, please kindly expect to receive the replacement case by mid to late January 2005.
If you have encountered defect or damage on the captioned item other than the above specified, please kindly provide us with a supporting image when you reply to this email so that we can try to negotiate with Starmax Co., Ltd., Korea to see if a replacement is feasible.
On the other hand, if you have already reported your defective case to us but not yet send back your item, please also reply to this email so that we can include your case in this replacement process. If you have already returned it and it reaches us on or before Dec 20, 2004, we will arrange to include your case in the replacement process but if you have already returned your item but your returned item does not reach us on or before Dec 20, 2004, we will have no way to include your case in this replacement process and Starmax Co., Ltd., Korea may not entertain any further claims. In this case, we will have no choice but to refund the relevant product price to your YesAsia account for your next or future shopping.
Please kindly accept our sincere apology for this unexpected incident. Should
you have any further inquiry or comment regarding this item, please do not
hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
For better service, please include this email when you reply.
Yours sincerely,
Customer Service Department
YesAsia.com, Inc.
Within US & Canada: (888) 716-5753 (US toll-free number)
Outside US & Canada: (852) 2522 1227(Hong Kong number)
Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you very much for your support to YesAsia.com.
With reference to your recent order (3556763) placed on 28-Nov-04, it has come to our attention that there maybe a production problem with "Old boy Ultimate Edition" making the packing case for Disc 1 and 2 damaged easily. In connection to such a situation, we have contacted the distributor, "Starmax Co., Ltd., Korea" regarding the above-mentioned problem and they agree to replace the defective packing case for Disc 1 and 2 for our customers. If you have encountered the same problem, please kindly notify us by replying this email on or before Dec 20, 2004 so that we can notify Starmax Co., Ltd., Korea on the number of replacement case. However, may we have your kind attention that their new batch of replacement case will become ready by early January 2005 and thus, please kindly expect to receive the replacement case by mid to late January 2005.
If you have encountered defect or damage on the captioned item other than the above specified, please kindly provide us with a supporting image when you reply to this email so that we can try to negotiate with Starmax Co., Ltd., Korea to see if a replacement is feasible.
On the other hand, if you have already reported your defective case to us but not yet send back your item, please also reply to this email so that we can include your case in this replacement process. If you have already returned it and it reaches us on or before Dec 20, 2004, we will arrange to include your case in the replacement process but if you have already returned your item but your returned item does not reach us on or before Dec 20, 2004, we will have no way to include your case in this replacement process and Starmax Co., Ltd., Korea may not entertain any further claims. In this case, we will have no choice but to refund the relevant product price to your YesAsia account for your next or future shopping.
Please kindly accept our sincere apology for this unexpected incident. Should
you have any further inquiry or comment regarding this item, please do not
hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
For better service, please include this email when you reply.
Yours sincerely,
Customer Service Department
YesAsia.com, Inc.
Within US & Canada: (888) 716-5753 (US toll-free number)
Outside US & Canada: (852) 2522 1227(Hong Kong number)