Spots on the Internet (2022)

[Mickc1440]

On the Meng Facebook page = 'available July '

Strangely, I can't remember ever making a model of the Hornet - somehow doesn't appeal to me!
Dave

I wonder if the latest Top Gun film might increase the interest as that is the featured aircraft

[minitnkr]

Prolly Mick, both E & F variants plus an appearance by an aged F14.

[Mickc1440]

Prolly Mick, both E & F variants plus an appearance by an aged F14.

Really enjoyed the film and some interesting interviews with former top gun staff who had input into the film.

[Dave Ward]

On the ICM website - 'July Releases' ICM seem to be pushing ahead wit their new stuff
Some reboxes & combined boxing






And two new tooling.......................

Love the Unimog - Squid Game? not so much!
Dave

[Tim Marlow]

Oh, I don’t know Dave….that squid game figure is ideal for non figure painters…..no face to worry about.

[Guest]

That Unimog is going to have a lot of uses both for military and civilian vehicles. The only other one I remember offhand is the 1990s Revell kit, but that’s a later variant with the angular bonnet.

[Guest]

How long before someone produces a drone model c/w bombs as used in the Ukraine ?

[Gary MacKenzie]

How long before someone produces a drone model c/w bombs as used in the Ukraine ?

Switchblade drone @ https://armorama.com/news/switchblad...ystem-from-ssr

There is a lovely 1:72nd model for people who have a 3d printer @ https://miniafv.blogspot.com/2022/05...2-turkish.html

[Guest]

Switchblade drone @ https://armorama.com/news/switchblad...ystem-from-ssr

There is a lovely 1:72nd model for people who have a 3d printer @ https://miniafv.blogspot.com/2022/05...2-turkish.html

Thanks Gary. Reading the armorama article very interesting.

[Dave Ward]

Not exactly a good statement from Border Models on their Facebook page
"Statement on Lancaster: We hope that all model enthusiasts will be able to purchase our products from your local agent. Our agents will receive our fastest and most efficient after-sales service, especially replacement parts. A lot of the reason for Lancaster's breakage is that these items are bought from other sources, especially some from Ebay and Chinese stores, because the Chinese market does not require long-distance shipping, so the packaging is simple and stacked. But if they were sold to Europe or North America, Shipped by rough international courier ，there was a great risk of breakage because Lancaster was so big. We use Lancaster in Europe and North America and Australia, all with special reinforcement, and individually thickened packaging (1pcs/ctn). And we have never authorized any Ebay store to sell our products, and they There is hardly any aftermarket and replacement parts service available."
Sounds like they are having problems with breakages of parts on models bought through ebay, or Chinese retailers - it cold be that any replacement paets will have to come through authorised agents! The likes of Meng & Trumpeter supply models in strong packaging, given the nature of their worldwide market, Border may have dropped the ball on this..........
Dave

[langy71]

On the Modelsvit Facebook page - 'available late summer'
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VVA-13 Ground Effect Experimental....................... had to Google this - and yes, it did exist!
Dave

I'm liking this,
Anybody who's played the 'Metal Gear Solid' video games, will remember this vehicle crops up in M.G.S.3 'snake eater' during the final battle.. so with me being a big fan of M.G.S. I'm more than interested in this...

[stillp]

Not exactly a good statement from Border Models on their Facebook page
"Statement on Lancaster: We hope that all model enthusiasts will be able to purchase our products from your local agent. Our agents will receive our fastest and most efficient after-sales service, especially replacement parts. A lot of the reason for Lancaster's breakage is that these items are bought from other sources, especially some from Ebay and Chinese stores, because the Chinese market does not require long-distance shipping, so the packaging is simple and stacked. But if they were sold to Europe or North America, Shipped by rough international courier ，there was a great risk of breakage because Lancaster was so big. We use Lancaster in Europe and North America and Australia, all with special reinforcement, and individually thickened packaging (1pcs/ctn). And we have never authorized any Ebay store to sell our products, and they There is hardly any aftermarket and replacement parts service available."
Sounds like they are having problems with breakages of parts on models bought through ebay, or Chinese retailers - it cold be that any replacement paets will have to come through authorised agents! The likes of Meng & Trumpeter supply models in strong packaging, given the nature of their worldwide market, Border may have dropped the ball on this..........
Dave

Something wrong with their geography if they really believe that "the Chinese market does not require long-distance shipping"!
Pete

[Tim Marlow]

Not exactly a good statement from Border Models on their Facebook page
"Statement on Lancaster: We hope that all model enthusiasts will be able to purchase our products from your local agent. Our agents will receive our fastest and most efficient after-sales service, especially replacement parts. A lot of the reason for Lancaster's breakage is that these items are bought from other sources, especially some from Ebay and Chinese stores, because the Chinese market does not require long-distance shipping, so the packaging is simple and stacked. But if they were sold to Europe or North America, Shipped by rough international courier ，there was a great risk of breakage because Lancaster was so big. We use Lancaster in Europe and North America and Australia, all with special reinforcement, and individually thickened packaging (1pcs/ctn). And we have never authorized any Ebay store to sell our products, and they There is hardly any aftermarket and replacement parts service available."
Sounds like they are having problems with breakages of parts on models bought through ebay, or Chinese retailers - it cold be that any replacement paets will have to come through authorised agents! The likes of Meng & Trumpeter supply models in strong packaging, given the nature of their worldwide market, Border may have dropped the ball on this..........
Dave

Seems to me that they are completely out of their depth on this one to be honest.

[AlanG]

Sounds like they are having problems with breakages of parts on model

There have been a few complaints of broken clear parts

[Guest]

Mmm well sticking a kit into a thin card board box or packet and expecting it to stand the riggers of transport is beyond most people in the west. If anyone has seen the way parcels are handled in China you would be amassed it gets anywhere.

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