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- Fri Jan 23, 2009 7:39 am
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: New HM 1:48 P-26 Peashooter
- Replies: 11
- Views: 3359
HM Aircraft
Hi Guys, I'm not going to come down on either side regarding the proposed P-26 Peashooter. Certainly was an interesting choice and an important addition to any Inter-War period aircraft collection. Having said that, we just conducted a written interview with Mike Granat, the subject of SkyMax Models...
- Fri Jan 16, 2009 9:36 am
- Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
- Topic: 1:18 F-4 Phantom 'Steve Ritchie' for preorder!
- Replies: 23
- Views: 4627
1:18 Scale Aircraft
Hi Guys, We've had these listings up for a long time based upon preliminary information we received from the manufacturer. When last we spoke to them, they were considered "black projects" which in this day and age can mean anything. Frankly, I'm at a loss for words looking over some of your posts. ...
- Fri Jan 09, 2009 1:55 pm
- Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
- Topic: BBI Pavehawk helicopter
- Replies: 121
- Views: 38201
Hind Quarters
Hi, I'd go for a Hind in any scale! I cant believe no one has offered one yet in diecast. Hobby Master was rumored to have one in the wings and Easy Model will purportedly make a plastic one in 1:72 scale. Trouble is, how long will we have to wait until it materializes... Lightning2000 www.themotorp...
- Thu Jan 08, 2009 2:07 pm
- Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
- Topic: Is 21st done at walmart?
- Replies: 51
- Views: 8199
Planograms
Hi, Back in the day, part of my job as a merchandise manager was to set up planograms based upon information provided to me by the buyer regarding product availability. It doesnt pay to set up a section if the product isnt expected 6 months hence and all you have is empty pegs during that timeframe....
- Thu Jan 08, 2009 12:31 pm
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: Captured Pilot's WWII Lancaster Model
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1887
Stands
Hi,
We havent received any of the stands so I cant really comment on their capabilities. You might want to ask HawkoneVoodoo, who runs the Hobby Master Collector web site, regarding its versatility.
Cordially,
Lightning2000
www.themotorpool.net
We havent received any of the stands so I cant really comment on their capabilities. You might want to ask HawkoneVoodoo, who runs the Hobby Master Collector web site, regarding its versatility.
Cordially,
Lightning2000
www.themotorpool.net
- Thu Jan 08, 2009 9:17 am
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: Captured Pilot's WWII Lancaster Model
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1887
Captured Pilot's WWII Lancaster Model
Hi, I saw this thread on another forum and thought it was interesting enough to post here: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/4161917/Captured-WWII-pilots-model-Lancaster-Bomber-is-discovered.html Since Corgi produces a replica of the Lancaster, they might want to think about covering this subje...
- Fri Dec 19, 2008 6:39 pm
- Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
- Topic: Unit cost for S4 Panther
- Replies: 20
- Views: 3015
Love Lamp?
I was wondering what Popeye's comment meant!
Must be old age setting in and not being able to keep up with the youngins. I turn 52 tomorrow. Doh!
Lightning2000
www.themotorpool.net
Must be old age setting in and not being able to keep up with the youngins. I turn 52 tomorrow. Doh!
Lightning2000
www.themotorpool.net
- Sun Dec 07, 2008 4:34 pm
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: SkyMax Models Autographed "Mike" Granat Bearcat
- Replies: 0
- Views: 577
SkyMax Models Autographed "Mike" Granat Bearcat
<img src="http://www.themotorpool.net/v/vspfiles/photos/SM1001X-1.jpg" align="left"> <b>SkyMax Models Limited Edition and Autographed "Mike" Granat F8F Bearcat</b><br> Perhaps it was appropriate that on the 67th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor we were fortunate enough to announce one of ou...
- Mon Dec 01, 2008 6:15 pm
- Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
- Topic: Opinions on the Kounoike Zero
- Replies: 26
- Views: 4504
Konoike
Hi, Most often the reason why you cant find information on an item such as this is due to a misspelling. Check here for further information: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_A6M_Zero_operators Scroll down to "Konoike" for further details. The actual unit that flew this plane was therefore called...
- Mon Dec 01, 2008 6:06 pm
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: S2 1/32 Hetzer
- Replies: 147
- Views: 23377
I do know that WM usually sells items itself before the manufacturer has been paid for them. That's pretty much industry standard, at least as far as big box retailers go, unless they've filed for bankruptcy protection. In most cases, the retailer is afforded terms, usually payment within 30 days o...
- Mon Dec 01, 2008 3:43 pm
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: S2 1/32 Hetzer
- Replies: 147
- Views: 23377
Wal-Mart
Hi, I dunno about that. If you've ever watched CNBC's expose on Wal-Mart, first aired a couple of years ago, they tout themselves as having one of the most sophisticated distribution systems ever devised. I think there's just too many variables to consider that will allow you to come up with an answ...
- Mon Dec 01, 2008 3:02 pm
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: S2 1/32 Hetzer
- Replies: 147
- Views: 23377
1:32 S2 Schemes
Hi, Its P&L (profit and loss) not PNL. :D In a nutshell, the manufacturer hasnt offered any of the S2 schemes to the hobby shops/ etailers. We'd love to sell them, but they have to be offered to us first. Same goes for the latest 1:144 scale equipment, 1:32 artillery figures, etc. Dont know how thei...
- Sat Nov 29, 2008 1:57 pm
- Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
- Topic: Mig-21 / F - 4 Phantam
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2897
21st 1:18 Aircraft
Hello All, Let me start by saying I understand your frustration at not being able to own either of these two aircraft. Having said that, let me try to explain the situation as best we can without stepping on anyone's toes. When last we spoke with our rep at 21st about these aircraft, the person indi...
- Fri Nov 21, 2008 4:43 pm
- Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
- Topic: Review of the 88 Flak Gun
- Replies: 154
- Views: 35694
- Wed Nov 19, 2008 3:35 pm
- Forum: 1:18 Scale Forum
- Topic: Review of the 88 Flak Gun
- Replies: 154
- Views: 35694
21st Century Toys 88mm Gun
Hi All, I wouldnt paint up those 88s just yet. The manufacturer confirmed that an S2 paint scheme is in the works: field grey. No word as to when it'll be out but our guess is that they'd like their DAK 88 to sell out first before bringing in more inventory. We've also confirmed the retail price on ...
- Tue Nov 18, 2008 2:13 pm
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: IXO Models Ponders, "One if By Land, Two if By Sea?&quo
- Replies: 0
- Views: 886
IXO Models Ponders, "One if By Land, Two if By Sea?&quo
<img src="http://www.themotorpool.net/v/vspfiles/photos/IXJDornier217-1.jpg"> <img src="http://www.themotorpool.net/v/vspfiles/photos/IXJPBYCatalina-1.jpg"> <b>IXO Models Ponders, "One if By Land, Two if By Sea?"</b><br> Even though the first delivery of their 1:144 scale bomber line has been delaye...
- Sat Nov 15, 2008 4:56 pm
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: Hobby Master to Offer 1:72 US M8 Greyhound and M20 Car
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5124
Wow!
Wow! Awesome pix Tshintl. Guess 1:72 scale cyclists arent all that difficult to produce. I think you're going to see alot more items produced in 1:72 scale for 2009 that you might not have expected in an attempt to fill out some of the other aspects of a WWII era combat formation. Personally, I'd li...
- Sat Nov 15, 2008 9:50 am
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: Hobby Master to Offer 1:72 US M8 Greyhound and M20 Car
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5124
Motorcycles?
Wow, motorcycles in 1:72 scale!? I think the M8 and M20 will come in at around 2.66 inches. A motorcycle would probably be half that in size. Sure would be nice, but I'm not certain if its within the realm of feasibility.
Lightning2000
www.themotorpool.net
Lightning2000
www.themotorpool.net
- Fri Nov 14, 2008 5:58 pm
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: Dragon To Tackle the Panzer IV in 1:72 Scale!
- Replies: 29
- Views: 7256
Price
Hi Itcbj, I hear where you're coming from. Frankly, I agree, but we have to base our retail price on the wholesale cost, then take into account any sales promotions we may run down the road. In my mind, most of the 1:72 scale vehicles should top out at around $20. Heck, the maligned FOV Panzer IV re...
- Fri Nov 14, 2008 2:06 pm
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: Dragon To Tackle the Panzer IV in 1:72 Scale!
- Replies: 29
- Views: 7256
Panzer IV
Hi, We put it our for $25.99. Cant speak for other retailers. Costwise, its coming in at the top end of the 1:72 scale product range, akin to the recent Sherman tank with wading equipment. My guess is that the uparmored schurzen variants will likely retail for a couple of dollars more, unless Dragon...
- Fri Nov 14, 2008 12:31 pm
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: Dragon To Tackle the Panzer IV in 1:72 Scale!
- Replies: 29
- Views: 7256
Panzer IVs
Hi, I think if past performance is any indicator, you'll likely see eight Pz IVs off the bat without schurzen: four long barrel Ausf. G and four short barrel F1s. After these have run their course, you'll likely see an equal number of Ausf H and Js with and without schurzen and turret girdles. Then,...
- Fri Nov 14, 2008 4:17 am
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: Dragon To Tackle the Panzer IV in 1:72 Scale!
- Replies: 29
- Views: 7256
Mainstay
Hello, LOL. Be careful what you wish for. I'm sure there will be dozens to choose from when its all said and done. Personally, I'm jazzed by the decision to move forward with the PZ IV. It was the mainstay of the German Panzerwaffe and, IMHO, you can never get enough of them in any configuration and...
- Thu Nov 13, 2008 8:11 pm
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: Hobby Master to Offer 1:72 US M8 Greyhound and M20 Car
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5124
Armor
Hi,
I'm in complete agreement. There are loads of recon vehicles that need to be replicated in 1:72 scale, not to mention transports such as the Deuce and Opel Blitz.
Lightning2000
www.themotorpool.net
I'm in complete agreement. There are loads of recon vehicles that need to be replicated in 1:72 scale, not to mention transports such as the Deuce and Opel Blitz.
Lightning2000
www.themotorpool.net
- Thu Nov 13, 2008 7:53 pm
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: Hobby Master to Offer 1:72 US M8 Greyhound and M20 Car
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5124
Hobby Master to Offer 1:72 US M8 Greyhound and M20 Car
Hi All,
Not to be out done, Hobby Master is showing off their first ever US M8 Greyhound light armored car as well as the M20 armored car. We hope to have pricing shortly and believe these are on track for a January release.
Lightning2000
www.themotorpool.net
Not to be out done, Hobby Master is showing off their first ever US M8 Greyhound light armored car as well as the M20 armored car. We hope to have pricing shortly and believe these are on track for a January release.
Lightning2000
www.themotorpool.net
- Thu Nov 13, 2008 7:50 pm
- Forum: 1/32nd Scale -N- Smaller Forum
- Topic: New Dragon Armor Releases (updated 03/04/09)
- Replies: 79
- Views: 20964
Panzer IV
Yup, looks really good. Makes you wonder why it took them so long to come out with the Panzer IV, over five years after they first started the series with the Tiger I. Bet we'll see a couple of dozen variants and paint schemes, all of which should look terrific. Then, of course, you have the AA vari...