falcon20driver Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 I'm itching to grab this kit. Heck, I already ordered my decals for it. Does anyone in the know have information as to when it may be released and when it is, where to get it? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jinmmydel Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 It's a couple of months off at least. The moldings are about complete. I've got my test shot a couple weeks ago. I'll be starting it soon (with a WIP here). My understanding is the decals and instructions are still in production..as well as the box design. They also need to mold the clear nose piece used on Memphis Belle. I don't have that piece yet, and will be receiving it later for my build. Last I was told is that it's looking like summer, but I don't have any hard date. It'll be available lots of places I'm sure. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
falcon20driver Posted April 13, 2016 Author Share Posted April 13, 2016 (edited) Thanks for the info. This is my second most wanted kit, so I can finally build a good rendition of the Belle. Here's why: I received this when I was 6. I know its a G on the place mat but I don't care. My parents brought this home because I was angry that I couldn't go to the adult's dinner where Col. Morgan was speaking. They had him sign both to me and it's been a highly valued possession since. Edited April 13, 2016 by falcon20driver Quote Link to post Share on other sites
K5054NZ Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 That's one heck of a consolation prize. Amazing! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Slartibartfast Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Want! I skipped the G hoping the E or F would appear. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
falcon20driver Posted April 16, 2016 Author Share Posted April 16, 2016 Box art is up on Facebook. It looks pretty cool. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bigasshammm Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 So I'm confused on this. Did they fix the nose circumference error or no? I've seen where it seems they have but I'm not real certain. If so I wonder if you could buy the upgraded parts to modify for the late G release. Lots of cutting but still better than doing it yourself from scratch. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
falcon20driver Posted April 16, 2016 Author Share Posted April 16, 2016 Hamm I'll be bugging you about colors and what not since your a guy in the know when it comes to B-17s. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bigasshammm Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 Hamm I'll be bugging you about colors and what not since your a guy in the know when it comes to B-17s. I do like my 17s! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Steve N Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 SDid they fix the nose circumference error or no? Nope. At least according to the CAD renders they've released. Looks like the top of the nose is still circular ahead of the cockpit, rather than slightly flattened as it should be. SN Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bigasshammm Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 Well that'll save me money trying to potentially buy nose and fuselage pieces. I'm surprised no ones made a resin correction yet. But that may screw all the interior pieces up too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JEFlint Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Not wanting to derail the thread too much, but has anyone bought sprues from HK? I'd like to build the B-17G or F, but only the fuselage. Pretty much from the nose to the ball turret. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jennings Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 I'm itching to grab this kit. Heck, I already ordered my decals for it. Does anyone in the know have information as to when it may be released and when it is, where to get it? There is no date fixed yet. Decals have yet to be designed, and once that's done it will take at least several weeks to get them printed and shipped to HK. Looking at at least mid-summer or later at the earliest. Latest word (directly from HK) is that the box will contain parts for the E and two variations (nose armament) of the F all in one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
falcon20driver Posted April 22, 2016 Author Share Posted April 22, 2016 At least that gives me time to finish my current project. It's going to be an expensive fall with a HK B-17F, AMK F-14, and AMK L-39 to buy. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
timc Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Well that'll save me money trying to potentially buy nose and fuselage pieces. I'm surprised no ones made a resin correction yet. But that may screw all the interior pieces up too. Yes, it would. From frame 2 to aft of the cockpit enclosure would need to be retooled including the instrument panel and bulkhead and associated parts that fit within the turtledeck within that area. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
falcon20driver Posted April 29, 2016 Author Share Posted April 29, 2016 On Facebook HK said hopefully it'll be out in May. Bye Bye money. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jennings Posted April 29, 2016 Share Posted April 29, 2016 I doubt May. I'm doing the decals for it, and I haven't even started yet. And it's almost May. More like probably July/August. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jinmmydel Posted April 29, 2016 Share Posted April 29, 2016 Neil said May yesterday, but I don't know. I know I'm trying to get my hands on a pdf ot the finished instructions, and I'm not sure they are ready yet. Also, the test shot already had the E and two F noses in it, and I'm going to be getting the Belle specific nose at some point. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
falcon20driver Posted May 2, 2016 Author Share Posted May 2, 2016 They posted the box picture today and are still claiming a hopeful late May release. Maybe not, but hopefully they'll get them out. I've got another project right now but darn it if I'm not excited about this kit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jennings Posted May 2, 2016 Share Posted May 2, 2016 Not May. It's already may and I haven't even started working on decal art. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cubs2jets Posted May 2, 2016 Share Posted May 2, 2016 Maybe it's being delivered in May WITHOUT decals due to contractor problems?? LOL !! C2j Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jinmmydel Posted May 2, 2016 Share Posted May 2, 2016 Maybe they'll source decals from someone with a little more tact in divulging what's going on behind closed doors and who will actually do the work? Whenever it releases it will be worth the wait though. I'm already well into the test shot, and it's a great kit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jennings Posted May 2, 2016 Share Posted May 2, 2016 Maybe you'll stop talking about things you know nothing about. Nah probably not. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jinmmydel Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 I'd respond but looks like you done gone and got bant. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jester292 Posted May 11, 2016 Share Posted May 11, 2016 (edited) never mind. Edited May 11, 2016 by jester292 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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