LSP_Kevin Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Howdy folks, K2 has a review of the anime boxing of Hasegawa's George kit for us: Hasegawa 64735: 1/32 Kawanishi N1K2-J Shiden Kai (Shiden Kai no Maki) Thanks, Kevin! Thanks to HobbyLink Japan for the review sample. This kit can be purchased from them at the following link (which helps us!): 1/32 Kawanishi N1K2-J Shiden Kai (Shiden Kai no Maki) Kev sandokan and Bill_S 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_K2 Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 I think this may well be the most fun reviewing a kit that I've had yet, Kev. It had been on my "want" list for quite some time, and the kit absolutely does not disappoint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn M Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 even though I JUST built a damn George, this kit makes me want to do another. Out2gtcha, LSP_K2 and mpk 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_K2 Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 even though I JUST built a damn George, this kit makes me want to do another. A George was not previously on my "need to do" list, but it certainly is now, Shawn. I'll probably be starting mine in December. Shawn M and Out2gtcha 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CATCplSlade Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 The comments under the photos of Bunny Girl pretty much align with my feelings regarding the genre. I grew up reading Science Fiction and Fantasy when it was stilled aimed mostly at a more adult audience with the artwork by folks like Frank Frazetta, Michael Whelan, Boris, and Kelly Freas. It's hard to imagine most people over the age of 15 being being engaged by school girl anime, but they are. Knowing what I know of Japanese pop culture, I understand a segment get off on that look as softcore pron, but it's a little more taboo over here so a grown man viewing this type of show would probably attract a little more attention from friends and neighbors. Personally, I'm not in to the "oversized-eyeball , elven-faced, sexualized schoolgirl" motif; I'm more in to petite brunettes with dark tans and classic proportions who are actually women of legal age. Plus, I don't think my wife would like me having another female in the house to stare at. LSP_K2 and Shawn M 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_K2 Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 It's not for everybody, that's for sure, but the George in the box is just a killer kit. I've already tentatively settled on a scheme, jut have to chase down some AM decals to make it happen. Mister J and mpk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mpk Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 It's not for everybody, that's for sure, but the George in the box is just a killer kit. I've already tentatively settled on a scheme, jut have to chase down some AM decals to make it happen. This kind of upsets me. Everyone is making a 109. This aircraft was far superior to a 109. It was equal to a Hellcat. If not better. Here is a great interview with an ace who shot down B29's in this outstanding aircraft. Shawn M and LSP_K2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn M Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 part 2 since part 1 was so good Out2gtcha and LSP_K2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 After just picking one of the Has versions for a song, Im really looking forward to getting it. $37 shipped to my door is a steal. Im really looking forward to making a 1/32nd version of Shawn's 1/24th George 5th prototype. I think I still even have the paint mask I used to cut Shawn's tail code that I can resize to 32nd! Bill_S, Shawn M, mpk and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn M Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 awesome Brian! Looking forward to your rendition. mpk and Out2gtcha 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 awesome Brian! Looking forward to your rendition. Yeah, your 1/24th version turned out SO cool, I really hadnt thought much about the George until seeing your model. Great inspiration! Shawn M, LSP_K2 and mpk 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn M Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 its a fascinating plane, just wish there were more schemes available for it Out2gtcha and mpk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_K2 Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 its a fascinating plane, just wish there were more schemes available for it That's true. With the exception of a few stripes here and there and the odd kill marked plane, variety is practically non-existent. Still, for someone that desires a chipped up Japanese plane, it's a great candidate. mpk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Mike Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 The George is still on sale for 29- at Sprue bros. Out2gtcha 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D Bellis Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 The George is still on sale for 29- at Sprue bros. And it will be until November 6th: http://forum.largescaleplanes.com/index.php?showtopic=65172&p=849659 It's a shame so many missed that kit at that price with free shipping from last week: http://forum.largescaleplanes.com/index.php?showtopic=65172 D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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