Still need to find these Rutman/GMF items.....

[BiggTim]

Update: Still looking for these:

 

 

GMAJR3214 - P-38M night fighter conversion

GMAJR3220 - F-5A (P-38) Photo recon version

Any other Rutman mastered items by GMF that you might have, please let me know.

 

 

I've been a bit quiet about product development as of late, due mostly to my recent health issues, but also to a very limited amount of time for side hustles like this. What time I do have, I must prioritize filling orders, which does not leave much time to advance the new stuff. I have a list of requested projects a mile long, and 6-8 in various stages of completion. If I could retire from the regular job, I'd have enough development work to keep me very busy for a year or so, but I wouldn't make as much as I do now, so just can't afford to do that yet.

 

I do have one tidbit of exciting news though! I received permission today from Tim Skelton, formerly of Grey Matter Figures, to reproduce the items he sold that were mastered by Jerry Rutman. I have known Jerry for many years via the internet, and have long admired his work, so I'm happy to be able to bring these back. It will take some time, as I have to remaster the molds from castings, many of which I still have to purchase or borrow. The following items are the ones I received permission to remaster:

 

GMAJR3211 - P-38 backdate set

GMAJR3217 - P-38 props and hub

GMAJR3214 - P-38M night fighter conversion

GMAJR3205 - P-51 corrected spinner for Hamilton props

GMAJR3219 - B-25 tail gun cover

GMAJR2401 - Hamilton cuffed props

GMAJR2402 - P-51 wheel set

GMAJR2407 - FW190 LG set

 

I own the P-38 backdate set already, but I will need to buy or borrow the others. If you have those items and want to loan or sell them to me, please let me know. These are the only items I asked about, so the only items I plan to remaster at this time. As I said, this will be a time consuming process, so please be patient with me, and thanks for your help in advance.

 

On a more troubling note, Tim Skelton told me that he is currently in hospital undergoing chemotherapy!! He did not specify for what condition, but was positive and hopeful that he will be able to beat it and get back to life as usual soon. I know a lot of you miss the great work that he did and will also wish him well! 

 

Tim

 

Edited September 9 by BiggTim

[D Bellis]

Just an observation:

Grey Matter stuff is notorious for shrinkage. So, it might be wise to check the physical size of any parts you intend to remaster from castings. 

 

Best of luck!

D

[BiggTim]

I've been offered most of the things on my list above, but I still need to find the P-38M set at some point. If you have one to loan, please let me know!

[LSP_K2]

Is the P-38 backdate for the P-38 possibly for an F4 version?

[BiggTim]

No, it's just the standard E/F/G/H variant. I forgot to list the F-4 conversion above, so if anyone has that, I need it, too.

[LSP_K2]

7 hours ago, BiggTim said:

No, it's just the standard E/F/G/H variant. I forgot to list the F-4 conversion above, so if anyone has that, I need it, too.

 

I'd really like to tackle the haze scheme, that could prove quite interesting.

[themongoose]

I’m gonna be in for that night fighter version!!

[BiggTim]

I have in hand, or have lines on, most of the items listed, but I still badly need these:

GMAJR3214 - P-38M night fighter conversion

GMAJR3220 - F-5A (P-38) Photo recon version

Please watch for them or let me know if you have them. Even if I borrow them from you, I will make it worth your while.

 

 

[BiggTim]

Just a bump to say that I am still looking for the two P-38 items listed above, thanks!! 

[coogrfan]

Question: Would you have any interest in Jerry's P-47N kit?  

[BiggTim]

42 minutes ago, coogrfan said:

Question: Would you have any interest in Jerry's P-47N kit?  

Possibly, shoot me a PM or email at bnbresindesign@gmail.com.

[Aptivaboy]

I know I had the F-5A but since the move I can't find a lot of things. The next time I hit the storage unit, I'll look. 

 

Bob

[Aptivaboy]

I checked my storage unit and couldn't find it. Too bad, as Jerry Rutman included an early engine set to make an F4; I've always preferred the look of the early P-38s. I'm hoping that I didn't accidentally throw it out when I moved, but I just can't find it. When Mom died and I had to sell the condo, a lot of things just went to heck. That whole time is still just a total blur. I'll keep looking. I have a complete Rutman P-51B with a Malcolm Hood, though with Eduard coming out with one I doubt you'd want that. I also have his P-47 bubbletop fuselage in the pile someplace, though that needs the Revell wings; I couldn't afford the complete full meal deal P-47 at the time. 

 

Anyway, I'll keep an eye out.

 

Bob

[BiggTim]

Thanks! I actually found the F-5A nose a short while ago, and I have the P-51B kit already. Any other P-38 stuff you might stumble across would be great!!