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Re: Die Cast Collections - Post yours here.

Post by MarkG » Fri Dec 10, 2010 8:44 pm

Haha!! I think I've heard that one before as well :lol:
Yep much better, that green before did have a washed out look to it, having compared it to the matt coat version :thumb:
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Post by andyl1962 » Sun Feb 27, 2011 9:01 pm

New diecast aircraft maker coming in the summer Aviation 72 with 8 planned releases. Gazelle Chipmunk tigermoth Gnat Seahawk S.A. Bulldog and Saab Draken & Viggen.

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Post by tc2324 » Fri May 27, 2011 3:04 pm

Squadron Wings have brought out a few bits of diecast that may be of interest to a certain Mr Marples...... :lol:

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Post by awacsfan » Wed Jul 20, 2011 11:07 am

Today, Mrs. Postwoman (to speak in political correct terms) was kind of nice to me and delivered two of my most recent additions to my 1/400 scale diecast collection. Apart from the (shown here)latest Dragon 400 release, the SR-71 Blackbird, I finally got around to get me an EC-121D Big Eye (not shown, as I need to assemble the landing gear first), however, two other recent additions are the Gemeni Jets C-5 Galaxy and the Herpa Wings 400 AN-225. For size comparison, I'm also showing a NetModels 400 USAF DC-9. A couple of years ago I wrote to Herpa asking for a 1/400 AN-225 and was told "not in your lifetime"... guess they received enough requests for that and finally decided to do one. I like it!

The NetModels DC-9

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Dragon Wings 1/400 SR-71

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Gemini Jets 1/400 C-5 Galaxy

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The Herpa 1/400 AN-225 and SR-71 for size comparison

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and finally an overview of the entire group

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I didn't realize how small the SR-71 actually was (or is). Pictures have been taken with a small point-and-shoot, so my apologies for the lack of quality.
Thanks for looking and I hope you enjoy

cheers

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PS: Now I'm waiting for the Dragon Wings 1/400 RC-135 Cobra Ball and the AC-130 release to hit the market :thumb: and wish they would do the XB-70 and the Vulcan in 1/400 as well.

Now I just need to find me a 1/400 USAF C-22B and a 1/400 C-9 Nightingale at an affordable price. A while ago, I've seen an auction on eBay for a two-piece set of the USAF C-9 Nightingale but I've never ever seen just one airplane being offered. Only really would like one... why two?

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Post by Flyingmonster » Mon Oct 24, 2011 11:17 am

Thats AN225 is rather nice! What is the size in cm?
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Post by FTS » Mon Oct 24, 2011 11:25 am

Can AFV diecast be posted here or is it purely aviation?
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Post by tc2324 » Mon Oct 24, 2011 11:34 am

Flyingmonster wrote:Thats AN225 is rather nice! What is the size in cm?
Length - 21 cm
Wingspan - 22.1 cm
Tail Height - 4.53 cm
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Post by tc2324 » Mon Oct 24, 2011 11:45 am

FTS wrote:Can AFV diecast be posted here or is it purely aviation?
Admittedly not my call, and I hate to say it, but I think AFV might be pushing it.

Most of the other forums are general model forums so it would be logical to have general modeling sections within them.

The model section at FC is an `add on` to a dedicated aviation site, so I feel that in general the model section, be it plastic or diecast, it should remain within the aviation theme.

Like I said, just my opinion and admin or the mods feel diffrently.

Either way, if you post them on another site, let me know as I`d love to see them. :)
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Post by Tonka2010 » Tue Nov 01, 2011 10:58 am

Oh well it would be rude not to...... All Corgi either 1/72 or 1/144:

XH558
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XM595
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XL231 Lusty Lindy
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XM715 Teasin Tina
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XL230
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DH Vampire
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Tornado GR4
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QF-4B
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RAF F-4
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Nimrod
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Lightning
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Jaguar T4
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Jaguar T4
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Jaguar
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Jaguar
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Jaguar
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Hunter
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Hawk
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Hawk
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Harrier
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Harrier
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DC-130
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Canberra
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Canberra
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Canberra
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Canberra
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C-130
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Buccaneer
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Buccaneer
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Buccaneer
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B-52
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AC-130
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Post by tc2324 » Tue Nov 01, 2011 11:23 am

Marc, that it a very nice collection. Take it you have a Jaguar fetish though.. :D

Also nice to see that you have a 74 Sqn F-4 to represent the type in RAF service... :thumbs:
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Post by Flyingmonster » Tue Nov 01, 2011 11:25 am

Some belting ones there dude!
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Post by Tonka2010 » Tue Nov 01, 2011 5:01 pm

lol you could say that I have a Jag fetish I suppose, great aircraft and sadly missed. 74sqn F-4 oooooooooo yes had to have one, want one with a black tail and also a lightning but prices are ridiculous at the moment :@

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Post by tc2324 » Wed Nov 02, 2011 10:55 am

Tonka2010 wrote:74sqn F-4 want one with a black tail and also a lightning but prices are ridiculous at the moment :@

Marc
This Hobbymaster F.4 is the one you want as the Corgi version is now looking a bit outdated. This is actually a reasonable price, if not close to the actual RRP.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Hobbymaster-A ... 4794458801" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

As for Lightnings, I`m afraid to say these are very sought after and it`s always advisable to get one at RRP if you really want it.

Here`s a F.1 which is up for auction and I don`t doubt will go higher....,

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CORGI-AIRCRAF ... 3814789864" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

And here`s an F.6 which as at a reasonable price as these will only climb higher in the future.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CORGI-BAC-Lig ... 9136749651" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Of course you can always hedge your bets and wait for the next air show season, get to a big one early and run around the diecast stalls as they sometimes advertise and sell diecast models at bargin prices. ;)
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Post by Canberra Kid » Sun Dec 04, 2011 4:02 pm

This is a Corgi Die-cast I've just customised for a friend in the USA who owns the reale 84-229! it started life as WK163. I rubbed it down re painted it added a new seat and pilot up dated the aerial fit to look more like the actual 229'
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Post by tc2324 » Sun Dec 11, 2011 8:19 am

That`s a great code 3 John. :thumb:

Didn`t realise your skills extended to diecast?
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Post by Flyingmonster » Mon Jan 09, 2012 3:20 pm

I am really impressed with that!

Does anyone know of a 249 Sqn Canberra in Diecast? I am looking for one to place at my Grandads Plaque.
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Post by tc2324 » Tue Jan 24, 2012 12:46 pm

I`m afraid not Jamie.

However it wouldn`t be out of you depth to buy a cheap one and then code 3 it.

Technically the kit is built, you just need to mask it up, repaint and then apply decals. ;)
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Post by Victor5 » Mon Jan 30, 2012 8:46 pm

Having a large stash of plastic kits, I made a promise to myself that I wouldn't delve into the world of diecast models. Unfortunately I was given the Sea King as a present, I say unfortunately as it meant that I had to complete this 22 Squadron trio. The rotor spin was done by using natural light, timer delay. a slow shutter speed and a careful well timed flick of the rotors with my fingers.

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Post by tc2324 » Mon Jan 30, 2012 8:55 pm

Welcome to the dark side Victor5.... :lol:
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Post by Flyingmonster » Sat Feb 04, 2012 8:58 pm

tc2324 wrote:I`m afraid not Jamie.

However it wouldn`t be out of you depth to buy a cheap one and then code 3 it.

Technically the kit is built, you just need to mask it up, repaint and then apply decals. ;)
Cheers TC!! :thumb: :thumb: :thumb:
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