Just wanted to say...epic great work, for sure . I seem to have one Zelda you don't have listed, though...it's a 5-screw with ® after Nintendo Entertainment System at the top of the label. If you're interested, I can send you pics.
Yeah Matt totally post a pic or scan (preferred) of the cart label. As it went "TM" 5-screw to the "R" 3-screw it's totally possible that there could be a 5-screw "R" in between. I just checked the 4 5-screw Zelda's I have and all have "TM" on them.
Well...I tried to take a pic of the whole cart, but that didn't turn out so well (out of focus ). However, I did get a super-clear pic showing the ® and that the cart is definitely 5-screw.
Yeah Matt totally post a pic or scan (preferred) of the cart label. As it went "TM" 5-screw to the "R" 3-screw it's totally possible that there could be a 5-screw "R" in between. I just checked the 4 5-screw Zelda's I have and all have "TM" on them.
Was this ever implemented or tracked anywhere? I got a 5-screw copy C B a couple weeks ago and it matches this description. 5-screw with "R" after NES on the cart and box. Great work by the way.
This brings a question to mind. If I wanted to know 100% that I bought a sealed 5-screw I would want to get one that says "TM" after NES, right? I guess I could get the "R" version X-rayed next time I break a bone. *knocks on wood*
Welp, I'm happy and relieved to say that after 4+ years I have finally completed the master collection list I began working on so long ago. I need to do a little tweaking to it and check a couple things but from #'s through Z's licensed and unlicensed etc for USA my complete list with ALL variants I have found over the years is done. I will be sending a copy to Dain to update the database and collection tool with and for you all to enjoy or not enjoy if you area variant hunter as there are MANY!
Here's a sample... I finally cracked all the Zelda variants and this is what you need. 8 Total CIB's when you include the "Classic Series" release. Or just 7 of the gold cart CIB's.
Zelda
Box
NES-ZL-USA
White
REV-A , Address Zip Code on box 98073-0957 "R" after SOQ
Book
NES-ZL-USA-1
White
Address Zip Code matches box 98073-0957
Cart
NES-ZL-USA
White
3-Screw Gold Cart "R" after SOQ
Map
None
None
Fold-Out Map for Zelda
Insert
PMG-MW-USA
None
Nintendo Power Ad
P Baggie
Circle Cut for Box Hole
Zelda
Box
NES-ZL-USA*
White
REV-A , Address Zip Code on box 98073-0957 "TM" after SOQ
Book
NES-ZL-USA-1*
White
Address Zip Code matches box 98073-0957
Cart
NES-ZL-USA
White
3-Screw Gold Cart "TM" after SOQ
Map
None
None
Fold-Out Map for Zelda
Insert
PMG-MW-USA
None
Nintendo Power Ad
P Baggie
Circle Cut for Box Hole
I picked up a CIB copy from ebay that matches the top entry, but has the star coded manual from the bottom entry. The SOQ inside the front cover has TM. Did not appear to be a collector or reseller and they only listed a couple games, so I assume it hasn't been swapped.
Also do you know the proper way to fold the map? Mine was misfolded.
Also it's funny the map is still advertising for Nintendo Fun Club News on the back.
I've been asked a few times now if this list is in my possession. Unfortunately, I don't see it
If it ever surfaces, I'll be sure it gets integrated.
Guys like Dain, and myself were after his list for years. I’ve tried my best to slowly pick his brain and only got so much out of him before he stopped responding to my annoying emails (Sorry buddy)
His dedication that early in the hobby is something else and inspired me to attempt to retrace his footsteps.
I managed to piece together a map of every known Sachen Original boxart game, and even began tracking generic color lists....but that Yapon list he’s hiding is really a holy grail for me.
I wouldn’t consider any NES database complete without his list.
I've been asked a few times now if this list is in my possession. Unfortunately, I don't see it
If it ever surfaces, I'll be sure it gets integrated.
Guys like Dain, and myself were after his list for years. I’ve tried my best to slowly pick his brain and only got so much out of him before he stopped responding to my annoying emails (Sorry buddy)
His dedication that early in the hobby is something else and inspired me to attempt to retrace his footsteps.
I managed to piece together a map of every known Sachen Original boxart game, and even began tracking generic color lists....but that Yapon list he’s hiding is really a holy grail for me.
I wouldn’t consider any NES database complete without his list.
We thought the treasure was Nintendo tapes but the real treasure is the spreadsheet we gained along the way.
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It's Kung Fu good guess Paul.
interesting. 9? 10?
Good question! I think 9 is the ultimate stretch, but I couldn't be sure.
Here's Kung FU:
Here's Kung FU:
Yeah Matt totally post a pic or scan (preferred) of the cart label. As it went "TM" 5-screw to the "R" 3-screw it's totally possible that there could be a 5-screw "R" in between. I just checked the 4 5-screw Zelda's I have and all have "TM" on them.
Was this ever implemented or tracked anywhere? I got a 5-screw copy C B a couple weeks ago and it matches this description. 5-screw with "R" after NES on the cart and box. Great work by the way.
Originally posted by: Braveheart69
Welp, I'm happy and relieved to say that after 4+ years I have finally completed the master collection list I began working on so long ago. I need to do a little tweaking to it and check a couple things but from #'s through Z's licensed and unlicensed etc for USA my complete list with ALL variants I have found over the years is done. I will be sending a copy to Dain to update the database and collection tool with and for you all to enjoy or not enjoy if you area variant hunter as there are MANY!
Here's a sample... I finally cracked all the Zelda variants and this is what you need. 8 Total CIB's when you include the "Classic Series" release. Or just 7 of the gold cart CIB's.
Zelda
Box
NES-ZL-USA
White
REV-A , Address Zip Code on box 98073-0957 "R" after SOQ
Book
NES-ZL-USA-1
White
Address Zip Code matches box 98073-0957
Cart
NES-ZL-USA
White
3-Screw Gold Cart "R" after SOQ
Map
None
None
Fold-Out Map for Zelda
Insert
PMG-MW-USA
None
Nintendo Power Ad
P Baggie
Circle Cut for Box Hole
Zelda
Box
NES-ZL-USA*
White
REV-A , Address Zip Code on box 98073-0957 "TM" after SOQ
Book
NES-ZL-USA-1*
White
Address Zip Code matches box 98073-0957
Cart
NES-ZL-USA
White
3-Screw Gold Cart "TM" after SOQ
Map
None
None
Fold-Out Map for Zelda
Insert
PMG-MW-USA
None
Nintendo Power Ad
P Baggie
Circle Cut for Box Hole
I picked up a CIB copy from ebay that matches the top entry, but has the star coded manual from the bottom entry. The SOQ inside the front cover has TM. Did not appear to be a collector or reseller and they only listed a couple games, so I assume it hasn't been swapped.
Also do you know the proper way to fold the map? Mine was misfolded.
Also it's funny the map is still advertising for Nintendo Fun Club News on the back.
If it ever surfaces, I'll be sure it gets integrated.
I've been asked a few times now if this list is in my possession. Unfortunately, I don't see it
If it ever surfaces, I'll be sure it gets integrated.
Guys like Dain, and myself were after his list for years. I’ve tried my best to slowly pick his brain and only got so much out of him before he stopped responding to my annoying emails (Sorry buddy)
His dedication that early in the hobby is something else and inspired me to attempt to retrace his footsteps.
I managed to piece together a map of every known Sachen Original boxart game, and even began tracking generic color lists....but that Yapon list he’s hiding is really a holy grail for me.
I wouldn’t consider any NES database complete without his list.
I've been asked a few times now if this list is in my possession. Unfortunately, I don't see it
If it ever surfaces, I'll be sure it gets integrated.
Guys like Dain, and myself were after his list for years. I’ve tried my best to slowly pick his brain and only got so much out of him before he stopped responding to my annoying emails (Sorry buddy)
His dedication that early in the hobby is something else and inspired me to attempt to retrace his footsteps.
I managed to piece together a map of every known Sachen Original boxart game, and even began tracking generic color lists....but that Yapon list he’s hiding is really a holy grail for me.
I wouldn’t consider any NES database complete without his list.
We thought the treasure was Nintendo tapes but the real treasure is the spreadsheet we gained along the way.