I'm new here and very GLAD to see posts like this. I think the same. Open it, build it. If all's there, who cares if it's sealed? Gonna rip the seal anyway. With 2 kits identical as stated....I'll take the one re-issue that's a fraction the price. That said, I'm glad to see so far that most here agree with the post I'm responding to. I really have no interest in joining some snob board that doesn't know how to enjoy these kits as was intended. Thanks Highway