Manuel J. Armas S. Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 What's wrong with the Hobby Boss kit? Hobby Worst kit?... So many errors... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
solher1 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 Hobby Worst kit?... So many errors... This is getting boring. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jinmmydel Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 This is getting boring. And pathetic. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TomcatFanatic123 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 (edited) Kind of lost track of this thread, but glad it caught my eye again! I can't wait! REALLY looking forward to this one. The Tomcat is my favorite aircraft of all time, nothing else even comes close, and you would think with my screen name, I'd at least have ONE on the shelf. Well, I don't. Why? Because I'm too much of a perfectionist with it. I can't count the number of times I've started one (Tamiya 1:32, Trumpeter 1:32, Hasegawa 1:48 numerous times, Revellogram 1:48 numerous times, the list goes on) and just got frustrated with it and trashed it because of something I didn't like. Detail level and options as far as weapons and things of that nature are very important to me, but I think the most important, be all, end all of a Tomcat kit for me would be how good the fit is and how easy the overall build is, because I am FAR from an expert modeler that's able to overcome finicky kits. Oh, and accuracy, too. Again, I'm really looking forward to this. Edited October 17, 2015 by TomcatFanatic123 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sharkmouth Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 I think it's safe to say that regardless of what decals AMK puts into their kits, just about every conceivable marking ever put on an F-14 will be available (or is already). This is true as a search resulted. My concern, being that I prefer sharkmouth schemes, would be the fit of a critical decal (sharkmouth in this case) designed for one brand's curved surfaces on another. * and yes do think seriously about a 1/72 Tomcat to finally replace the old Fujimi and the newer Hobby Boss. The new Fine Molds kit is very good but it doesn't make AMK money so I concur. I like this..... now don't go mad, I'm not saying this is a possible scheme! I'm just saying I like this one... I like the scheme too since there is a variant with a subdued sharkmouth! See? Working on those schemes. The hard part is finding those not already out as decal sheets (many already out there from Darren and Brian so I hope they can update their sheets if needed). Regards, Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 Kind of lost track of this thread, but glad it caught my eye again! I can't wait! REALLY looking forward to this one. The Tomcat is my favorite aircraft of all time, nothing else even comes close, and you would think with my screen name, I'd at least have ONE on the shelf. Well, I don't. Why? Because I'm too much of a perfectionist with it. I can't count the number of times I've started one (Tamiya 1:32, Trumpeter 1:32, Hasegawa 1:48 numerous times, Revellogram 1:48 numerous times, the list goes on) and just got frustrated with it and trashed it because of something I didn't like. Detail level and options as far as weapons and things of that nature are very important to me, but I think the most important, be all, end all of a Tomcat kit for me would be how good the fit is and how easy the overall build is, because I am FAR from an expert modeler that's able to overcome finicky kits. Oh, and accuracy, too. Again, I'm really looking forward to this. Thanks TF. I believe you will be impressed. The fit of the MiG-31 is just sublime so each of our next releases should surpass the ones before. Onwards and upwards sir. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
glorystomper Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 (edited) I like this..... now don't go mad, I'm not saying this is a possible scheme! I'm just saying I like this one... I like the scheme too since there is a variant with a subdued sharkmouth! oooooh.. I actually love these two schemes shown by martin and sharkmouth.. the winged skeleton with the scythe is much better than the cloaked version too. (and the subtle sharkmouth is great!) definitely got my vote for VF-101 Edited October 17, 2015 by glorystomper Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChesshireCat Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Especially if it were actually A-26 shaped! all the while all these fancy airframes are being recycled into beer cans; the Invader just keeps going. WWII, Korea, Vietnam, and Africa. gary 22 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChesshireCat Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Many thanks Jennings. May a special place in heaven be reserved for you. :gr_devil:/> I'd rather you reserve a spot for a new and accurate A26K gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChesshireCat Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 AMK seems to be more or less totally involved in jet air planes. Lord the world is at your feet for the taking! * the F100 family is begging for you * The first time I saw an F111 flash by at about 500 feet I knew I was in love. Can't we get one? * A well detailed and accurate Sky Knight is an often asked for airframe * I'd love a new He162 from WWII in 1/32 scale * How about the B47 series? Everybody has love for that beast! * nobody seems to be in love with any of the A10's, so there's an opening for you. Don't get me started on props!! gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
playertwo Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 aaaaaanyways... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rotaliscia Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 A new tool MiG-31, a new Tomcat.... I'm standing on my job desk, cheering. My boss is wondering if I'm drunk... God (or whoever you prefer) bless you, AMK!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
galileo1 Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 Definitely agree with a new F-100 series. Man, that'd be impressive it tooled like the MiG-31. Rob Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jennings Posted October 20, 2015 Author Share Posted October 20, 2015 You're thinking along the right track :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
B.Sin Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 Definitely agree with a new F-100 series. Man, that'd be impressive it tooled like the MiG-31. Rob Rob, I don't think you have to worry, I believe everything these guys will make will be tooled to the same standard as the MiG-31. No hit or miss with them, Trumpeter are you listening ???? Then again, who cares if they're listening with AMK around. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jennings Posted October 20, 2015 Author Share Posted October 20, 2015 Indeed so! Trumpeter's ~1:5 hit to dog ratio vs. AMK's 100% hit rate so far... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
FAR148 Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 What about this bad girl? :wub: https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5562/14816655967_43e8b09cbc_b.jpg Steven L Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Manuel J. Armas S. Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 What about this bad girl? :wub:/> https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5562/14816655967_43e8b09cbc_b.jpg Steven L :wave:/> Yes the Black Bunny... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 Indeed so! Trumpeter's ~1:5 hit to dog ratio vs. AMK's 100% hit rate so far... Thank you Jennings. Cheque is in the post.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gunfighter 124 Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 Ok on with some real news. One of our friends is visiting his favourite jet next week to get some Tomcat love for us. Measurements (to be certain) and photos (to double check). Shape checks and detail confirmations...... You know who you are - thank you sir! CADs coming and rumours abound about next projects. The only thing I know for sure is that this cat is going to be worth the wait. I've gone grey already. Is Darren Roberts doing the research for you? And which museum birds are the measurements from? Looking forward to this kit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Darren Roberts Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 Is Darren Roberts doing the research for you? And which museum birds are the measurements from? Looking forward to this kit. I'm helping where I can. I have access to BuNo 161615, which was delivered to the museum I volunteer at directly from service at NSAWC. It's still in it's last paint scheme. In fact, Fightertown has it on their new Tomcat sheet. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wrbrdmech Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 If I can help out with pictures or measurements we have Bu 161598 here at the Tulsa Air and Space Museum. I have up close access to it. Thanks Shane Pulliam Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 Is Darren Roberts doing the research for you? And which museum birds are the measurements from? Looking forward to this kit. I'm glad Darren bailed me out. Thanks Darren... I prefer not to call out those who are helping unless they give prior permission. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 If I can help out with pictures or measurements we have Bu 161598 here at the Tulsa Air and Space Museum. I have up close access to it. Thanks Shane Pulliam Many thanks Shane. To be honest we have about five guys looking for us. All at different aircraft and states of repair. Much appreciated though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 Bumped up the schedule Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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