madmike Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Well I have been asked more than once about this and have been pretty consistant with my answer of "no" However, as this has become a memorial GB of sorts for both these great companies, I thought to ask... "Is it an appropriate move to open the GB up to other non aircraft/space/SF Airfix/Heller kits in light of the news about the closure of Heller and Airfix?" I originally posed this question in general discussion but it makes sense to ask it here. Please let me know what you reckon? MikeJ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bennygmanuk Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Not a problem for me Mike. These days I'm pretty much exclusively an aircraft modeller, but in my youth I'd build pretty much anything I could get my hands on (or got bought for me, more likely). Opening up the subjects could show up some interesting models that I have fond memories of, some, like the Rescue launch which have an aviation connection anyway. It'd be nice if we could get a few 'classics' (eg the old fire engine / london bus) in rather than footballers or RAV4's though :-). I'm all for it. Steve. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Grey Ghost 531 Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 I'd say a big yes for the inspiration gallery. For the actual group build, dunno, it's your call I guess since it's your group build. I won't argue for or against. I think they would be completely appropriate in an inspiration/tribute gallery though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mlicari Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 I'll agree with the idea of using the inspiration gallery. But, as you're in charge Mike, it's your call and I'm not going to be grumpy one way or another! :) Cheers, Mike Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mark M. Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 My 2c worth says that you might want to keep it as-is. Heller already has a bajillion aircraft models. Airfix has 2.5 bajillion. If you take into account all other types you'll have 10.72 terajillion possible kits. Any GB needs some limiting factor. Something is required to narrow the focus. I think the "flight" category does this nicely. Of course, these are just general thoughts on the matter. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bennygmanuk Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Likewise, I have no problem with gallery only. Basically, I'm just agreeing with everyone today :-). Steve. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew D. the Jolly Rogers guy Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Well, not to be pedantic, but since this IS the AIRCRAFT Resource Center, then I don't think you need feel any ambivalence over the problem. Yes, I can see where a desire to pay tribute/homage to Airfix comes into play, but not at the expense of the mission statement of ARC. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stephen Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Well, not to be pedantic, but since this IS the AIRCRAFT Resource Center, then I don't think you need feel any ambivalence over the problem. Yes, I can see where a desire to pay tribute/homage to Airfix comes into play, but not at the expense of the mission statement of ARC. Agreed! Stephen Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jRatz Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Aircraft in the build, all others are more than welcome in the inspiration gallery ... Otherwise, I'd be tempted to haul my 1/100 Heller HMS Victory down & build it ... John Quote Link to post Share on other sites
madmike Posted September 7, 2006 Author Share Posted September 7, 2006 Love to see some more replies please from participants. :) MikeJ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bryan Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Whilst it might be fitting to open this up to all models, i have to agree that it would be pertinent to restrict this build to aircraft only. Once the position is clearer regarding the Airfix/Heller/Humbrol situation then we could consider a tribute if need be, but i am not against the idea of a complete catalogue group build if the powers that be are in agreement. regards Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Daryl J. Posted September 8, 2006 Share Posted September 8, 2006 Having the GB open to all Airfix/Heller kits sounded good initially to me but after a season of thought my opinion is to stick to aircraft with this one. I still like the idea but think it could get overburdensome for Madmike. Later on, should the group truely be toast, we could do an entire brandwide build. There's my (new) two bits, Daryl J. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
madmike Posted September 8, 2006 Author Share Posted September 8, 2006 (edited) Ok With some thought given to this, I have decided to allow any Airfix/Heller kit to be displayed in the Inspiration Gallery BUT only Aircraft/Aeropace/SF in the GB proper. This maintains the original premise of the GB before the insolvency issues with both companies. :D MikeJ Edited September 8, 2006 by madmike Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew D. the Jolly Rogers guy Posted September 8, 2006 Share Posted September 8, 2006 OkWith some thought given to this, I have decided to allow any Airfix/Heller kit to be displayed in the Inspiration Gallery BUT only Aircraft/Aeropace/SF in the GB proper. This maintains the original premise of the GB before the insolvency issues with both companies. B) MikeJ I think that sums it up nicely! Thanks! <_< Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ModelDay Posted September 8, 2006 Share Posted September 8, 2006 Airplanes only. Thanks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theplasticsurgeon Posted September 9, 2006 Share Posted September 9, 2006 I was thinking of offering my Airfield Control Tower - however I can see that this is AIRCRAFT Resource Center, so will continue with my Hawk model. Did I say I bought a digital camera recently - well hope to see results from it soon. Cheers, Tim Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Mullen Posted September 9, 2006 Share Posted September 9, 2006 I was thinking of offering my Airfield Control Tower - however I can see that this is AIRCRAFT Resource Center, so will continue with my Hawk model.Did I say I bought a digital camera recently - well hope to see results from it soon. Cheers, Tim Stick an Airfix WWII aircraft next to it - instant Airfix airfield scene. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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