Red Dog Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 2 hours ago, Martin @ AMK Models said: Im afraid that by being so open and honest with you all we seem to have created a rod for our own back. No matter. That’s my fault. Yes, and the community reaction is a real shame in my humble opinion. Don't worry about it Martin, in forums for every guy posting something, there are a dozen silent guys just waiting and knowing the kit will be ready when it's ready. I'm (was) one of them and considering the 63 pages of this ordeal, You have a lot of potential customers for this one :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 Thank you for your kind words. By by the way, totally love your work on the hornet and Orange Jumper. That was you wasn’t it? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 Included in F-14D just in case you might want to show it inflight and bombing. Lots more surprises coming. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 2 hours ago, ChesshireCat said: what's the time frame for the 1/48th KIFIR? gary Releasing next week. Distributors ordering now. Depends on how they ship. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Red Dog Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 25 minutes ago, Martin @ AMK Models said: By by the way, totally love your work on the hornet and Orange Jumper. That was you wasn’t it? Yes and thank you Soon that Tomcat of yours will join them on my pride shelf Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gene K Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 (edited) 9 hours ago, Martin @ AMK Models said: Have you guys not kept up with the facebook updates and picture releases on weapons? "Some" of us don't do Facebook ... maybe more than you realize as concerns the [more mature] modelling community. 9 hours ago, Martin @ AMK Models said: I don’t have time for forums anymore ... . That's really too bad for me since your communications are the reason I'm interested in and buy AMK. I agree totally with Red Dog as concerns the silent rational majority. Gene K Edited October 13, 2017 by Gene K Quote Link to post Share on other sites
phantomdriver Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 Just now, Gene K said: "Some" of us don't do Facebook ... maybe more than you realize as concerns the [more mature] modelling community. That's really too bad for me since your communications are the reason I'm interested in and buy AMK. I agree totally with Red Dog as concerns the silent rationale majority. Gene K good points.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Don Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 43 minutes ago, Gene K said: "Some" of us don't do Facebook ... maybe more than you realize as concerns the [more mature] modelling community. Gene K +1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
boom175 Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 1 hour ago, Gene K said: "Some" of us don't do Facebook ... maybe more than you realize as concerns the [more mature] modelling community. That's really too bad for me since your communications are the reason I'm interested in and buy AMK. I agree totally with Red Dog as concerns the silent rationale majority. Gene K Well I am a mature modeler :-) (59) and I use FB and I understand some of your concerns but you can really lock down FB if you think your privacy is a concern. It is a lot easier for a company, say AMK for example or any of the newer small (1-3) employees to create a group on FB and post updates on there rather than post on numerous websites of your company updates. I would create a FB account and don't accept any friend requests and just join the several hobby groups that are on there. FB as far as I am concerned is just another internet resource. You can always delete you account if you don't like it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 All fair points. I will try to be more active for you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 Litening anyone? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 Modular Bullwinkle from our new release Kfir. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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sierrascale Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 3 hours ago, Gene K said: "Some" of us don't do Facebook ... maybe more than you realize as concerns the [more mature] modelling community. That's really too bad for me since your communications are the reason I'm interested in and buy AMK. I agree totally with Red Dog as concerns the silent rational majority. Gene K I subscribe to dozens of modelling groups and manufacturers' pages on Facebook and of the thousands and thousands of modelers on these groups, most seem to be Old Farts. Many of which are returning to the hobby after retirement. Just one group, for example, the Grumpy Old Scale Modelers Group has over 15,000 members, most of which are more mature modelers, as you call them, from all over the world. If you haven't been, I would suggest trying it out - it's a huge, vibrant world. I was reluctant too, but now am hooked. The amount of info, new kit info, building tips, etc is enormous and growing every day. Standard forums are drying up because it's much easier to post news and photos on FB. Just a thought, Bob Sierra Scale Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Petrov27 Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 (edited) Strange - I have never used Facebook, don't even have an account, but I am able to view the links/pics/comments that AMK is putting up there despite that https://www.facebook.com/avantgardemodelkits/ Also thank you Martin for coming back here to comment! Can you say how far along are the actual moulds for the new F-14? Or is that still a long ways off till those get cut? Edited October 13, 2017 by Petrov27 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChesshireCat Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 12 hours ago, Martin @ AMK Models said: Releasing next week. Distributors ordering now. Depends on how they ship. I'll call Victory next week and order in a pair of kits. gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChesshireCat Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 5 hours ago, Martin @ AMK Models said: Modular Bullwinkle from our new release Kfir. Alright! Now I gotta ask for you to do the version the Marines bought (KIFIR F21?) With that version, I'd be good for at least another kit if not two. Lastly; with the L29 kit out (I love it), how about some hard points and weapons for it? gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChesshireCat Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 5 hours ago, sierrascale said: I subscribe to dozens of modelling groups and manufacturers' pages on Facebook and of the thousands and thousands of modelers on these groups, most seem to be Old Farts. Many of which are returning to the hobby after retirement. Just one group, for example, the Grumpy Old Scale Modelers Group has over 15,000 members, most of which are more mature modelers, as you call them, from all over the world. If you haven't been, I would suggest trying it out - it's a huge, vibrant world. I was reluctant too, but now am hooked. The amount of info, new kit info, building tips, etc is enormous and growing every day. Standard forums are drying up because it's much easier to post news and photos on FB. Just a thought, Bob Sierra Scale dang! A get together for us old guys! (I just turned 72) glt Quote Link to post Share on other sites
habu2 Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 2 hours ago, ChesshireCat said: dang! A get together for us old guys! (I just turned 72) glt Is the font size larger? lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dave Roof Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 12 hours ago, Gene K said: "Some" of us don't do Facebook ... maybe more than you realize as concerns the [more mature] modelling community. That's really too bad for me since your communications are the reason I'm interested in and buy AMK. I agree totally with Red Dog as concerns the silent rational majority. Gene K Facebook was directly responsible for me finding the missing information I needed to finish the HMH-466 Naked Lady CH-53E decal art. As many Marine Corps squadrons have Facebook pages, I have made contacts with many Marines that have provided a wealth of information on ordnance loads and aircraft markings. ARC, HS, LSP, Z-5, etc., doesn't even compare when it comes to the information that is available, or that can be found on FB. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChesshireCat Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 1 hour ago, habu2 said: Is the font size larger? lol And how well wee know! I need new glasses and about half my body replaced (girl friend says start at the shoulders and go up). Doctor says to be thinking about new knees, but then he says he doesn't know where to start. Right now I take no medicines, and finally got my blood pressure down to the low side (it never was super high). Just not fun getting old! gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
madmanrick Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 16 hours ago, Martin @ AMK Models said: Wow. I go away for a little while to concentrate on getting theTomcat out and this what happens. Oh well, all interesting comments. AMK are not bankrupt. AMK have not been kidnapped by aliens. We are just working extremely hard to get the Tomcat out. Martin, welcome back! I for one, am very happy you are able to participate once again. As I stated earlier in this thread, my main issue with the Tomcat production, wasn't the pre-order, it wasn't the fact that it had even been pushed back from its' original date and it surely wasn't this "hope/glee" that AMK was going to ultimately fail. It wasn't even that I had a "burning desire" to get this kit in my hands. My main issue was that there was no definitive word on whether this project was going to go forward or even what the definitive status was. Yes, I monitored FB and all the places AMK had previously been active, that I was aware of. So a large part of "my issue" has been laid to rest now that you have definitively confirmed that this WILL be going forward and that the plan still is to release it soon. So once again, welcome back. Speaking only for myself, I welcome any input/information/news you can share and I thank you in advance. As a question for those who already own the kit, what are the main changes with the re-released 48th Kfir kit? Rick Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gb_madcat_sl Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 12 hours ago, Martin @ AMK Models said: Litening anyone? The Tomcat uses the LANTIRN Targeting System and not the LITENING pod. Mark Quote Link to post Share on other sites
madmanrick Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 3 minutes ago, gb_madcat_sl said: The Tomcat uses the LANTIRN Targeting System and not the LITENING pod. Mark I am pretty sure that the Litening pod is for the Kfir, NOT the Tomcat. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gb_madcat_sl Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 1 hour ago, madmanrick said: I am pretty sure that the Litening pod is for the Kfir, NOT the Tomcat. Actually that looks like a LANTIRN. Note the angled intake. The LITENING one is straight. Mark Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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