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by snake
Wed Apr 20, 2022 4:36 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: It's been awhile since I've posted anything, but I thought some might fine this interesting, schrol down to the 109e
Replies: 6
Views: 3969

Re: It's been awhile since I've posted anything, but I thought some might fine this interesting, schrol down to the 109e

Interesting that a major kit manufacturer would do a 1/18 aircraft. Not a scale that I have seen in kits before, but I haven't been keeping up on that side of things. Perhaps this is a case where 21 Century, BBI, and JSI have created a niche scale, and with a lack of any new releases, HobbyBoss are ...
by snake
Sat Apr 08, 2017 9:57 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: 1/18 FW 190A - BACK OPEN
Replies: 194
Views: 94160

Re: 1/18 FW 190A - BACK OPEN

Glad to see that the FW 190 A has finally been produced. That took a long time, and was having serious doubts about whether it would ever get past the teaser stage. Not sure why they wouldn't release in the US, as easily the biggest market for 1/18. Does look pretty good, and much better than the so...
by snake
Tue Mar 28, 2017 12:04 am
Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
Topic: Dragon Armor 1/35 Tiger Tank & Diorama Base
Replies: 10
Views: 6515

Re: Dragon Armor 1/35 Tiger Tank & Diorama Base

Think the Dragon 1/35 is an awesome line, but the scale is its demise. As has been argued in the past, between FoV 1/32, and Dragon 1/35, pluses, and minus's for both. Biggest problem for the Dragon 1/35 is it's scale. Simply doesn't realisticly display with the "standard" 1/32. Fortunately, not an ...
by snake
Mon Mar 27, 2017 11:42 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Jack Plonka (aka Skyworks) Found!
Replies: 19
Views: 10858

Re: Jack Plonka (aka Skyworks) Found!

Good to see that we are still talking about Skyworks.

Old, deep wounds never really heal, do they.

Never dealt with him, thanfully, but an AAA asshole.
by snake
Mon Mar 27, 2017 11:27 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Crazy prices
Replies: 25
Views: 13507

Re: Crazy prices

Those 1/18 prices are crazy :shock: But if you consider no one will be making these very large, and unique models anymore, can see the prices going up. Way up. We all know the models were under priced from the get go. By quite some bit. Don't agree with the prices listed in this thread, but supply a...
by snake
Fri Jul 01, 2016 11:18 pm
Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
Topic: Canadian Collection
Replies: 7
Views: 5567

Re: Canadian Collection

That would be the one to get cnq. But HM has done quite a few Canadian Sabres, some with very attractive schemes.
I have both the Corgi and HM Golden Hawks Sabre, and the HM is quite a bit better, as the Corgi is an old mold.
by snake
Wed Jun 22, 2016 8:35 pm
Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
Topic: Canadian Collection
Replies: 7
Views: 5567

Re: Canadian Collection

Some familiar models in there cnq. :wink:

HM has done quite a number of Canadiam schemes, and they do seem to do quite well internationally.

Think you need a Canadian Sabre cnq. :D
by snake
Mon Feb 22, 2016 1:04 am
Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
Topic: Diecast Hnagar Pub seems to be gone
Replies: 4
Views: 4420

Re: Diecast Hnagar Pub seems to be gone

Sorry to see Diecast Hangar Pub go. :( While many reported it having issues, I never had any myself, but could tell the frustration factor was getting bigger and bigger. And would like to thank JP for setting it up in the first place, after Model Hangar I, and II both also went under, for different ...
by snake
Tue Jan 19, 2016 6:52 pm
Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
Topic: Entering the 1:32 Tank World
Replies: 28
Views: 13130

Re: Entering the 1:32 Tank World

His first armour purchase was very recent, and he picked up the 1/16 FoV Wittman Tiger. :shock: Pretty much the Holy Grail in armour. 8) Getting a little OT here, but which Wittmann Tiger are you referring to as the "Holy Grail", Snake? The #222 (Villers Bocage) or the #007 (Final Battle) one? I've...
by snake
Mon Jan 18, 2016 9:40 pm
Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
Topic: Entering the 1:32 Tank World
Replies: 28
Views: 13130

Re: Entering the 1:32 Tank World

Welcome PBRStreetgang. Glad to see you finally make it over here. :D Christian is a great Aussie who has a substantial and varied aircraft collection. And very enthusiastic about the hobby. His first armour purchase was very recent, and he picked up the 1/16 FoV Wittman Tiger. :shock: Pretty much th...
by snake
Fri Jan 08, 2016 4:55 pm
Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
Topic: Finished: Revell 1/32 Arado 196
Replies: 12
Views: 7292

Re: Finished: Revell 1/32 Arado 196

Great build cnq. 8)

She looks fantastic, and really stands out.
by snake
Fri Jan 08, 2016 4:51 pm
Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
Topic: My Old Cars SM-79 Code 3
Replies: 12
Views: 7294

Re: My Old Cars SM-79 Code 3

Much improved Ed.

Think a decent 1/72 SM-79 would do quite well in diecast. Know it is on a lot of peoples wish lists.
by snake
Mon Jan 04, 2016 4:53 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: How big should 1/18 scale aircraft get?
Replies: 30
Views: 15921

Re: How big should 1/18 scale aircraft get?

Think the JSI 1/18 Tomcat is as large as you could resonably go. Most people just don't have the room for anything larger than that. Even the P-38 and Avenger are already pushing the limits, in my opinion. When you have a model that is 3 feet long/ wingspan, potential customers are far fewer than 1/...
by snake
Mon Jan 04, 2016 4:31 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: BBi F-16 Viper/Falcon Official Thread
Replies: 29
Views: 15709

Re: BBi F-16 Viper/Falcon Official Thread

Wow, this is an old thread, resurrected. :D

Always been a big fan of the BBI Vipers and Hornets, and although the F-16 is slightly oversized, you wouldn't notice unless you display it side by side with the Hornet.

I wonder if we will see another F-16, or F-18 from BBI ?
by snake
Mon Jan 04, 2016 4:22 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Happy New Year to all Forum members!
Replies: 11
Views: 6457

Re: Happy New Year to all Forum members!

Little late, but Happy 2016 to everyone. :D
by snake
Mon Jan 04, 2016 4:19 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: BBI 1/18 Hartmann Bf109G on sale at the Mule!!
Replies: 4
Views: 3899

Re: BBI 1/18 Hartmann Bf109G on sale at the Mule!!

I know the dump/sale of the BBI models is due to BBI itself wanting to loose inventory. My local hobby store also has all the said BBI models in stock at the moment for comparatively low prices. I have to agree with dragon53 that I have no idea what this means and personally feel it does not bode w...
by snake
Mon Jan 04, 2016 4:06 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Any Interest In The F-16 Conformal fuel tanks ?
Replies: 40
Views: 23529

Re: Any Interest In The F-16 Conformal fuel tanks ?

They are looking good, Matthew. 8)
by snake
Thu Dec 24, 2015 8:57 pm
Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
Topic: Product Review: Hobby Master F6F Hellcat in 1/32 Scale
Replies: 25
Views: 13605

Re: Product Review: Hobby Master F6F Hellcat in 1/32 Scale

Just got my first HM 1:32 Dauntless the other day. The Midway McClusky. I must say I'm very impressed with it. 8) Don't know why I waited so long. Spot on review, Tman. I am a big fan of the 1/32 scale, but somehow the HM Hellcat doesn't really do it for me. Price being probably the biggest issue, ...
by snake
Mon Dec 14, 2015 11:53 pm
Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
Topic: Interesting diecast 1/72 SM 79
Replies: 15
Views: 9106

Re: Interesting diecast 1/72 SM 79

Not the colour scheme I would want, but sure looks like a SM 79 8)

Hard to complain, given the price :wink:
by snake
Mon Dec 14, 2015 11:49 pm
Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
Topic: Skymax is alive and well
Replies: 5
Views: 4260

Re: Skymax is alive and well

Well that is great to see. :D Skymax were the "budget" HM line, but more a seperate company than budget models. Have a few of their Japanese warbirds myself, and gald to see them back.Great for the hobby as well. Know some guys are PTO themed, and they must be thrilled with Skymax "resurrected". Kno...
by snake
Mon Dec 14, 2015 8:11 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: JSI F-14 Tomcat Pros - The Good about the Tomcat
Replies: 68
Views: 39076

Re: JSI F-14 Tomcat Pros - The Good about the Tomcat

Nice repaint of the Spotcat. 8)

Know these are pretty pricey these days, but what a huge model, and impressive, if you can get a fixed Tomcat. 8)
by snake
Mon Dec 14, 2015 7:57 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: 1/18 Stuart. If They Build It Will They Come ?
Replies: 13
Views: 7050

Re: 1/18 Stuart. If They Build It Will They Come ?

Not a big armour guy, and only have a Tiger in 1/18.

Stuart seems like an odd choice, but can see it for those that have the other more mainstream tanks.

Not really for me, but again, I am more of a 1/32, 1/35 armour guy.
by snake
Mon Dec 14, 2015 7:52 pm
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: The Return of Jnewboy Customs
Replies: 16
Views: 8784

Re: The Return of Jnewboy Customs

Sounds intriguing for sure. :D

Really have no idea what it would be, as you have already discounted 3D printing.

Looking forward to more news and updates.
by snake
Sat Nov 21, 2015 2:17 am
Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
Topic: Product Review: Corgi 1:72 Scale Short Sunderland
Replies: 4
Views: 4404

Re: Product Review: Corgi 1:72 Scale Short Sunderland

Great review Tman. Have heard nothing but positives from Corgi's latest release, and a bold move to release the Sunderland. Does fit in with Corgi's heavies, and mediums, and was much anticipated. And sounds like they really did do a good job on this one. But stillhas some of the Corgi "trademarks",...
by snake
Sat Nov 21, 2015 1:50 am
Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
Topic: Any Scoop on the new 1/18th Scale Harrier...?
Replies: 136
Views: 61412

Re: Any Scoop on the new 1/18th Scale Harrier...?

I must be getting too old. I can't see $200 plus for a plastic toy airplane. $150? maybe. Well, if you think of it as a plastic toy airplane, why even pay more than $49.99 for it. It's not, and although the price seems a bit high, check what other models are going for these days. Really not a bad d...