skyhawk174 Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 Well received mine here in Canada yesterday. As per normal great service from Kursad and a stunning sheet. I have several other Hustler decals but this is the one to use. Now my biggest problem, which I am sure is also the same for others who have bought the sheet, is which scheme to use. I thought I was all set with my choice but seeing the various layouts it looks like there are at least 3 that I would like to do. Now I can probably say with some certainty that I would be hard pressed to build two of these 1/48 beasts so I have to make a decision. Maybe I should just stick with the Bendix Trophy scheme. Hmmm, that one with the mission markings sure looks great too. Crap this is hard :( Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brian Hahn Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 I've received mine as well...don't even have the kit yet, but definitely knew that the sheets would be the driving force on this one. You had asked for other future suggestions--how about a single set of sheets for 1/72 B-36s & B-47s (and/or early B-52s)? All suffer from old/rare/non-existent manufacturer and A/M decal sheets and you could serve several different crowds with a single offering. Just a thought... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted May 29, 2014 Author Share Posted May 29, 2014 I see it is #3 on the Hannants top selling items list now. We're now down to last 20 or so sheets - too bad it will sell out before a single magazine review will be published. I will check if I can scrounge a few more from Cartograf, but a reprint is not likely before at least a couple years. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
skyhawk174 Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 You know Kursad you must have a crystal ball on what decals to release. Who would have thought that a decal for a 25 year old kit would sell out? Great for you, great for us. The only problem is that I don't think I can build more than one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kurt H. Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 I bought mine a few weeks ago, and like everyone else, I received great service, it came quickly. The artwork and the printing are second to none. I do have a question. I took the book out to look at it, and a a small decal fell out, but It happened so quickly I could not tell if there were more than one little decals falling out. I think it was the decal and the protective piece of wax paper, but I could not be sure, so KursadA , how many sheets should be in the package? I want to make sure I did not loose anything! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted May 29, 2014 Author Share Posted May 29, 2014 (edited) The very small insert is a correction for one of the stencils (S7 : type "B" RESCUE arrow) that Cartograf unfortunately misprinted. Including the insert, there must be 5 separate decal sheets total: -Page 1: badges & larger markings (marked CD48059) -Page 2: stencils (marked CD48059-2) -Page 3: black serial number & aircraft names, red stripes for turbine markings (marked CD48059-3) -Page 4: red landing gear door serials, tail & pod markings for record breaker aircraft (marked CD48059-4) -Page 5: small insert for the misprinted "RESCUE" arrow Edited May 29, 2014 by KursadA Quote Link to post Share on other sites
daywalker Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 The reference Web page and downloadable templates mentioned in the instruction sheet will be ready on Saturday. I didn't see a reference page on your site, is it up yet? Looking forward to using these decals on my Hustler! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted May 30, 2014 Author Share Posted May 30, 2014 Coming up really soon -got caught up in shipping the latest batch. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
daywalker Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 No problem, just wanted to be sure I didn't miss it! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted July 16, 2014 Author Share Posted July 16, 2014 They are all gone - I sold the last sheet a few minutes ago, and updated the Web site right now. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
fulcrum1 Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 The hoarder in me saw the writing on the wall and bought three sheets when they came out....glad I did! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
daywalker Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 Just checking up on those templates, any news on them? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted October 2, 2014 Author Share Posted October 2, 2014 Just checking up on those templates, any news on them? They have been on the Web site for months, I uploaded them shortly after the sheet was released. Can you please make sure you are looking at the right address? They are at: http://www.caracalmodels.com/references/cd48059/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
daywalker Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 Thank you for the link, much appreciated. I looked over the site, but still cannot find the references section link. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted February 6, 2015 Author Share Posted February 6, 2015 (edited) I will get a limited re-supply (fewer than 100) of these sheets in March. This is not a re-print - I have not reprinted these, they were leftovers that the printer had found and offered for sale to me. Since I have so few available, I will sell them directly - I don't think I can send any to resellers. If you missed this sheet and would like to get it, or if you would like to get a few more, please make sure you get on the mailing list so you don't miss the announcement. You can sign up for the mailing list very easily by using the form at the Web site. Edited February 6, 2015 by KursadA Quote Link to post Share on other sites
edward Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 Put me on your mailing list for 2 sets Ed I will get a limited re-supply (fewer than 100) of these sheets in March. This is not a re-print - I have not reprinted these, they were leftovers that the printer had found and offered for sale to me. Since I have so few available, I will sell them directly - I don't think I can send any to resellers. If you missed this sheet and would like to get it, or if you would like to get a few more, please make sure you get on the mailing list so you don't miss the announcement. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted March 9, 2015 Author Share Posted March 9, 2015 Folks, I have noticed a few B-58 sheets selling on Ebay for more than $70 in the last two weeks. Today there is one on sale there for $75. I am all for good ol' fashioned capitalism and economic opportunity; but it seems that some folks who know about the impending release of 100 extra sheets are trying to make a few bucks by selling their extras now. I just would like to reiterate that I will be releasing 100 of this sheet to my e-mail list members later this month, at the original price of $20. If you have been looking for this sheet, please subscribe to the mailing list now. And please spread the word so that folks don't have to overpay for this sheet. I expect this small batch to sell out within a few days. I will send out the mass e-mail at around 8PM GMT; daytime in North America but not too late for European customers. Provided that you act early, you will have another chance to get this popular sheet. There will be a limit of 2 sheets per person. (*): I will probably keep an "emergency war reserve" for the many loyal customers who have been with me since the first MQ-9 sheet. You know who you are - there are too many of you, so I won't name names here. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
skyhawk174 Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 Great news Kursad. It is amazing how stuff goes in cycles. At one point it was the Fox One B-58 sheet that commanded those high prices on ebay and now look at yours. Does that mean you have reached the Nirvana of decal companies when a decal sheet is sold for more than 3 times its original price? Also, for some reason I have not been receiving your emails. I will have to go re-register I guess. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
82Whitey51 Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 Man, that is a nice sheet. I still haven't decided what version I want to do...might just have to buy another B-58! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted April 6, 2015 Author Share Posted April 6, 2015 (edited) It is almost time - if you're interested in a last chance to get this sheet, please keep an eye on your inboxes in the next few days. Edited April 6, 2015 by KursadA Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted April 10, 2015 Author Share Posted April 10, 2015 The limited B-58 sheet re-release happened this morning. It ended a few minutes ago. As I mentioned before, I did not announce it anywhere but the mailing list. Thanks for your interest! The entire batch were sold between 8:38AM Thursday morning and 00:28AM Friday morning. I will not be reprinting this sheet for a couple of years, if ever. I have projects of similar scope (and desirability) in the works, which I will announce in the next few months. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Scott Smith Posted April 10, 2015 Share Posted April 10, 2015 (edited) Wow! Didn't realize it was this limited. Got the email and jumped on an order. Glad I did since its a great subject. Now I need to find a kit. LOL! EDIT: Just got a kit off eBay for $35 shipped! Now I have to make a decision on which one to build. Edited April 19, 2015 by Scott Smith Quote Link to post Share on other sites
habu2 Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 Wow. Just wow... http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-48-Caracal-Models-Decal-Sheet-B-58-Hustler-CD48059-RARE-/331836028119?hash=item4d42f7f4d7 Currently $103.50 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Drifterdon Posted May 7, 2016 Share Posted May 7, 2016 Hey Kursad. Any chance of adding this sheet to your 1/144 line? Still a bunch of the Academy B-58 kits out there. And it's an awesome kit. Don Quote Link to post Share on other sites
c.172 Posted November 5, 2019 Share Posted November 5, 2019 (edited) I wondered if there was any chance of this set being re-printed? It is four years down the line ,and there is still intense interest out there. Edited November 5, 2019 by c.172 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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