Century Wings F-8 Crusader.... YEA!

[skyraider]

I got a Century Wings F-8 Crusader yesterday, and I am quite pleased with it. They really got the lines right on this model, and from every angle it looks right. Going to have to get their A-7 Corsair next. Great model.

[snake]

Well done ,skyraider.

Is this your first CW model?

Seems like there is no love for the F-8 Crusader, and these can be bought for relatively cheap. Not quite sure why, as it is a very good model. Probably partly due to the repetitive schemes, and the high production runs.

The A-7 Corsair is also a good model, and you will enjoy it as well. Plus it comes with an impressive amount of ordinance.The only issue is a rather noticeable join line on the inside of the intake.

CW have just released a batch of new models, with at least one new version of all the aircraft that they do.

Including a French Crusader. A bold choice, that I hope does better than their previous Crusaders.

http://www.centurywings.com/model/15f_no35_1999.html

[Sabrefan]

I agree, the Crusader is a nice looking model. I have always like the look of the F-8. I will getting the French Crusader for sure. Thanks for letting me know about that one snake.

[PHANTOMWARRIOR]

Maybe they are not so popular because they are Vietnam Era and not famous like the Phantom as opposed to the better known WW2 and modern F series aircraft?

Terry

[PHANTOMWARRIOR]

Being from the Vietnam era myself, I remember the planes and have one of each of the Crusaders, Intruders etc. and really like the models. And I don't think there were good diecast versions of those planes until Century Wings did them.

Terry

[mikeyt]

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