Tony T Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 Will skip on the Revell now that we are sure of the HK Models Mossie, but it's curious that they are kicking off with a bomber version. As I most likely have to stick to just two of the releases, I will only get the bomber if it comes with camera apertures etc for a PR blue recce option. My own preferences are for an FB.VI and bull nosed Hatfield NF.XIX or Leavesden NF.30. The HKM deserves to do well any which way. Revell will no doubt do okay. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DougN Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 I've always preferred the clean lines of the bomber version and will be quite pleased if that is the first version HK release! Doug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royboy Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 With the HK Mossie coming, I think Revell is having a 'last gasp' on this old tooling before it becomes totally obsolescent in the marketplace. Hence the re-issue of the kit at this time, probably the same for the Beaufighter too? I've bought one 'for old time sake' to go into my collection, it's quite possible this might be the last time we see it for some considerable time..... if ever! Say what you will, there's probably a lot of nostalgia for these old timers, I bet they've sold well even now!! Happy days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn M Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 as Im a sucker for old mold Revell kits, I'll get one and a Beau! Lee White and Derek B 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottsGT Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 Well, the HK is going to be priced into the stratosphere and have details I'll never build that are hidden anyway. I guess I need to belly up to the bar and get this new Revell offering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cees Broere Posted August 15, 2014 Share Posted August 15, 2014 Saw a nice build in a recent Tamiya Magazine. A 1/48 Mossie was done the schizophrenic way. One side showing the bare wooden/ metal construction. The other side was done as a camouflaged example with invasion stripes. It looked absolutely fantastic. Now that would make a nice 1/32 project using the Revell kit and Grey Natter fighter nose conversion. I might be tempted. Cees Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wunwinglow Posted August 15, 2014 Share Posted August 15, 2014 Jennings, I think he might be pre-judging the product, before he has actually seen the kit in the flesh....... Tim nmayhew 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avro683 Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 (edited) If the recent HK Meteor is anything to go by don't count on any real detail. Edited August 16, 2014 by avro683 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottsGT Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 (edited) Really? Have you seen it yet? Have you seen the price?Seriously? You have to doubt that an HK kit is going to be super detailed to the ninth degree inside and out and be priced less than 3 figures? Name one kit in 1/32 they have done that is not. That's why I said "going to be", not "is". Please don't confuse my first post with bashing them. They put out a fantastic product. I'm just the hobbiest that builds for exterior show that gets put on a shelf to collect dust. The old school Revell kit fits my style of building much better. I do have the HK Sandy. One day when my ADHD slows down, I'll start on it! If the recent HK Meteor is anything to go by don't count on any real detail.Interesting. I'm basing my judgement off the one HK kit I currently have. I take it the Meteor is lacking in detail? EDIT: OK, this is my time to eat a little crow pie! I just looked up the Meteor and see that they do have kits with street prices below 3 figures. I never really was interested in the Meteor, so I never followed it. So, now do I go ahead and grab a Revell? Or wait and see how the HK offering is? Edited August 16, 2014 by ScottsGT Jack 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wunwinglow Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 Your call. Me, I can make my own mind up.... Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DougN Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 (edited) Seriously? You have to doubt that an HK kit is going to be super detailed to the ninth degree inside and out and be priced less than 3 figures? Name one kit in 1/32 they have done that is not. That's why I said "going to be", not "is". Please don't confuse my first post with bashing them. They put out a fantastic product. I'm just the hobbiest that builds for exterior show that gets put on a shelf to collect dust. The old school Revell kit fits my style of building much better. I do have the HK Sandy. One day when my ADHD slows down, I'll start on it! Interesting. I'm basing my judgement off the one HK kit I currently have. I take it the Meteor is lacking in detail? EDIT: OK, this is my time to eat a little crow pie! I just looked up the Meteor and see that they do have kits with street prices below 3 figures. I never really was interested in the Meteor, so I never followed it. So, now do I go ahead and grab a Revell? Or wait and see how the HK offering is? I think you are confusing HK models (B-25; B-17; Meteor) with ZM (Zoukie Maru) which have the full detailed structure and is likely the "Sandy" kit you have (unless it is the Trumpter one). Edited August 16, 2014 by DougN LSP_K2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 . I'm just the hobbiest that builds for exterior show that gets put on a shelf to collect dust. The old school Revell kit fits my style of building much better. i think there is some merit to that!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_K2 Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 But then again maybe I just need to double my medication? Or take up drinking again Dan Aren't they the same thing? BGB 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottsGT Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 I think you are confusing HK models (B-25; B-17; Meteor) with ZM (Zoukie Maru) which have the full detailed structure and is likely the "Sandy" kit you have (unless it is the Trumpter one). Derp....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottsGT Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 I keep telling them at work I might not be able to drink at work, but I damned sure can take my prescription meds! The only advantage i can find to growing old! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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