Eli Raphael Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 Hi Chris, Any news? Thx. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zactoman Posted July 13, 2010 Share Posted July 13, 2010 Could you save 8 of each for me at the nats ? Or is it first comes first takes? :lol: Then I will run like hell to find your table. Chris, can we order them to be picked up at your NATS table?I'm casting lots and will continue until I hit the road so there should be plenty.To be sure, you can e-mail me a list of what you want to pick up there and I'll set it aside. If I sell out and you haven't showed up I'll put them back on the sale table. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Eli Raphael Posted July 13, 2010 Share Posted July 13, 2010 I'm casting lots and will continue until I hit the road so there should be plenty.To be sure, you can e-mail me a list of what you want to pick up there and I'll set it aside. If I sell out and you haven't showed up I'll put them back on the sale table. Wish list sent. Please let us know payment options at your table, Chris. Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
K'Tesh Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Looking forward to the AIM-9P... Any idea when they'll be ready? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zactoman Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Please let us know payment options at your table, Chris.Cash at the table. I'll be sending you an e-mail soon regarding your wishlist, pricing and pre-payment options. Looking forward to the AIM-9P... Any idea when they'll be ready?If Alexander doesn't start on them soon ( ) I'll probably start the tooling some time after the nats, after doing some additional Russian missile pylons.Initially I'll be doing the E followed by the J and P. Unless... I decide to tackle the X :lol: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
K'Tesh Posted July 24, 2010 Share Posted July 24, 2010 (edited) One thing that I think could help you out a little bit in your money printing business... scale. I know that these are 1/32nd. But how big are these compared to, say, a US Quarter? I love showing tiny detail work against a familiar object just to establish how tiny these fiddly little bits are. I mean, really, how big are these? I don't want them for any particular kit (as nobody does a 1/32nd scale F-111E), I want them 'cause I used to work on the real things, and I'm really impressed. Just my 2¢ Edited July 24, 2010 by K'Tesh Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Eastern Posted July 25, 2010 Author Share Posted July 25, 2010 One thing that I think could help you out a little bit in your money printing business... scale.I know that these are 1/32nd. But how big are these compared to, say, a US Quarter? I love showing tiny detail work against a familiar object just to establish how tiny these fiddly little bits are. I mean, really, how big are these? I don't want them for any particular kit (as nobody does a 1/32nd scale F-111E), I want them 'cause I used to work on the real things, and I'm really impressed. Just my 2¢ They are 90 mm long and 4 mm diameter and I'm really glad you're impressed. Alexander. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Eastern Posted July 25, 2010 Author Share Posted July 25, 2010 QUOTE (K'Tesh @ Jul 23 2010, 02:24 AM) Looking forward to the AIM-9P... Any idea when they'll be ready? If Alexander doesn't start on them soon ( ) I'll probably start the tooling some time after the nats, after doing some additional Russian missile pylons.Initially I'll be doing the E followed by the J and P. Unless... I decide to tackle the X Hi Chris! No, unfortunately a lack of keen interest, sorry. As for the X, it's much more tempting. :wub: But I want to complete my Mig-29 vast plastic surgery first. Cheers! Alexander. :wub: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mrvark Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Has anyone else noticed that the umbilicals are mounted backwards? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zactoman Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Has anyone else noticed that the umbilicals are mounted backwards? Too many long hours, too many late nights... Fixed on the instruction sheet. I'll shoot new photos when I get time. Thanks for pointing out the error! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mrvark Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Thanks for pointing out the error! You're welcome! A small thing, but I'm glad I saw it before it was too late to change without excess pain and suffering. I usually only see those kind of things when it's too late... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zactoman Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 You're welcome! A small thing, but I'm glad I saw it before it was too late to change without excess pain and suffering. I usually only see those kind of things when it's too late... Funny thing is, even after getting six hours of sleep last night, I looked at the photo this morning, looked at a few pics of the real thing and thought "What is he talking about?"I can't wait for the Nats to get over with! It's kinda like Christmas. You love it, but it's a huge hassle preparing! P.S. I'll have a few sets of these waiting for you to pick up there. Thanks for all the help Jim! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
K'Tesh Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Too many long hours, too many late nights... Fixed on the instruction sheet. I'll shoot new photos when I get time. Thanks for pointing out the error! And can you add some coin to the shoot? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zactoman Posted July 28, 2010 Share Posted July 28, 2010 And can you add some coin to the shoot?When I can find time to re-shoot the pictures I'll include a coin for scale, thanks for the suggestion. That probably won't be until after the Nats though. Instructions are finished: Please don't find any errors in the instructions (Jim!) . They are already at the print shop being printed and folded... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Eastern Posted July 28, 2010 Author Share Posted July 28, 2010 When I can find time to re-shoot the pictures I'll include a coin for scale, thanks for the suggestion. That probably won't be until after the Nats though. Instructions are finished: Please don't find any errors in the instructions (Jim!) :wacko: . They are already at the print shop being printed and folded... I s'pose you have a shipload of them to be taken to the Nats? :P Cheers and happy vendoring! Alexander. :wacko: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Vodnik Posted July 28, 2010 Share Posted July 28, 2010 Initially I'll be doing the E followed by the J and P. Yes! I want J, I need J, give me J, please!!! Pawel Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mrvark Posted July 28, 2010 Share Posted July 28, 2010 Funny thing is, even after getting six hours of sleep last night, I looked at the photo this morning, looked at a few pics of the real thing and thought "What is he talking about?" Laid out flat, the umbilical connector should point towards the front of the missile, not the back (like the instruction sheet, not the photos). That way it gets peeled away from the missile as it shoots off the rail rather than trying to stay attached (which would be a bad thing). As for the later missiles, keep in mind that the AIM-9E was the USAF missile used the vast majority of the time during 1972's Operations Linebacker and Likebacker II. The AIM-9J didn't show up until August, was used in small numbers, and wasn't as effective as hoped because it tended to over control (although it did get four kills as opposed to six for the AIM-9E and looked much cooler than the E). The USAF primarily relied on Combat Tree IFF interrogation coupled with the AIM-7E-2 "Dogfight Sparrows" for most of their kills during this time (30 vs. 10 Sidewinder kills), while the Navy went the other way (having put many of their crews through Top Gun training), opting for AIM-9Gs and dogfighting skills for most of their kills (26 vs 1 Sparrow kill). The AIM-9J/N/P missiles were used into the 1990's on ever-decreasing types of aircraft, so they will have greater utility on USAF fighters of the late 1970s and early 1980s timeframe. One other fact, largely ignored, is that the USAF tried one more time to get the AIM-4D Falcon to work during Linebacker. ;) After five launches failed to result in any kills, they were finally officially withdrawn from service on 22 Aug 72. There is a famous photo of Ritchie and DeBellvue after their first kill in front of 463--armed with Falcons. That would make an interesting, albeit esoteric, project for some enterprising aftermarket company! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MHRD Posted July 28, 2010 Share Posted July 28, 2010 (edited) Laid out flat, the umbilical connector should point towards the front of the missile, not the back (like the instruction sheet, not the photos). That way it gets peeled away from the missile as it shoots off the rail rather than trying to stay attached (which would be a bad thing).As for the later missiles, keep in mind that the AIM-9E was the USAF missile used the vast majority of the time during 1972's Operations Linebacker and Likebacker II. The AIM-9J didn't show up until August, was used in small numbers, and wasn't as effective as hoped because it tended to over control (although it did get four kills as opposed to six for the AIM-9E and looked much cooler than the E). The USAF primarily relied on Combat Tree IFF interrogation coupled with the AIM-7E-2 "Dogfight Sparrows" for most of their kills during this time (30 vs. 10 Sidewinder kills), while the Navy went the other way (having put many of their crews through Top Gun training), opting for AIM-9Gs and dogfighting skills for most of their kills (26 vs 1 Sparrow kill). The AIM-9J/N/P missiles were used into the 1990's on ever-decreasing types of aircraft, so they will have greater utility on USAF fighters of the late 1970s and early 1980s timeframe. One other fact, largely ignored, is that the USAF tried one more time to get the AIM-4D Falcon to work during Linebacker. After five launches failed to result in any kills, they were finally officially withdrawn from service on 22 Aug 72. There is a famous photo of Ritchie and DeBellvue after their first kill in front of 463--armed with Falcons. That would make an interesting, albeit esoteric, project for some enterprising aftermarket company! I second Jim's request for 1/32 Falcons! They were used from 67-72 on many MIG Cap missions on both F-4D's & F-4E's. Edited July 28, 2010 by MHRD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Eli Raphael Posted July 28, 2010 Share Posted July 28, 2010 Now that the requests are incoming, I'd like a correct Vietnam era MER & TER. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MHRD Posted July 28, 2010 Share Posted July 28, 2010 Laid out flat, the umbilical connector should point towards the front of the missile, not the back (like the instruction sheet, not the photos). That way it gets peeled away from the missile as it shoots off the rail rather than trying to stay attached (which would be a bad thing).As for the later missiles, keep in mind that the AIM-9E was the USAF missile used the vast majority of the time during 1972's Operations Linebacker and Likebacker II. The AIM-9J didn't show up until August, was used in small numbers, and wasn't as effective as hoped because it tended to over control (although it did get four kills as opposed to six for the AIM-9E and looked much cooler than the E). The USAF primarily relied on Combat Tree IFF interrogation coupled with the AIM-7E-2 "Dogfight Sparrows" for most of their kills during this time (30 vs. 10 Sidewinder kills), while the Navy went the other way (having put many of their crews through Top Gun training), opting for AIM-9Gs and dogfighting skills for most of their kills (26 vs 1 Sparrow kill). The AIM-9J/N/P missiles were used into the 1990's on ever-decreasing types of aircraft, so they will have greater utility on USAF fighters of the late 1970s and early 1980s timeframe. One other fact, largely ignored, is that the USAF tried one more time to get the AIM-4D Falcon to work during Linebacker. After five launches failed to result in any kills, they were finally officially withdrawn from service on 22 Aug 72. There is a famous photo of Ritchie and DeBellvue after their first kill in front of 463--armed with Falcons. That would make an interesting, albeit esoteric, project for some enterprising aftermarket company! I second Jim's request for 1/32 Falcons! They were used from 67-72 on many MIG Cap missions on botjh F-4D's & F-4E's. While we are at it, how about some QRC 335's (?), later called AN/ALQ 101 in both the long and short versions. I know Jim has some great info on them and they were carried on F-4D and F-4E Combat Tree aircraft during Linebacker. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
K'Tesh Posted July 28, 2010 Share Posted July 28, 2010 Now that the requests are incoming, I'd like a correct Vietnam era MER & TER. I'd love a couple BRU's, and the plane they go with :huh: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
geedubelyer Posted July 31, 2010 Share Posted July 31, 2010 (edited) Guys, these AIM-9s are works of art. The detail has to be seen to be believed. The resin casting is totally amazing. Completely flawless, smooth and crisp. The fins are as thin as you're ever likely to see on a model. Compare the resin to these pics to show just how good these Zactomodels Sidewinders are: I'd like to shake Chris and Alexander by the hand for bringing these stellar products to the market. Way to go you guys and thanks! :D Edited July 31, 2010 by geedubelyer Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Eastern Posted July 31, 2010 Author Share Posted July 31, 2010 Guys,these AIM-9s are works of art. The detail has to be seen to be believed. The resin casting is totally amazing. Completely flawless, smooth and crisp. The fins are as thin as you're ever likely to see on a model. Compare the resin to these pics to show just how good these Zactomodels Sidewinders are: I'd like to shake Chris and Alexander by the hand for bringing these stellar products to the market. Way to go you guys and thanks! Hi Guy! Thank you for the input and nice pics! Now we can see what's happend to the missile's body after the propellant is burnt out. Cheers! Alexander. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Scot M Posted July 31, 2010 Share Posted July 31, 2010 I have nothing to add that has not already been said about the quality of work between Chris and Alexander..... absolutely astounding work! But I think alot of us are waiting with bated breath... How much? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zactoman Posted August 11, 2010 Share Posted August 11, 2010 I've just finished updating the website and they are now available! www.Zactomodels.com But I think alot of us are waiting with bated breath... How much? They are $17 (+S&H) per pair. E-mail me with a list if you want to order multiple items to receive combined shipping. I will send a custom Paypal invoice. Thanks for sharing the pictures Guy! P.S. I still have to take new photos showing the umbilicals mounted correctly. I'm busy casting parts for the next several days but will eventually get to it... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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