Eagles International

[AllenTC2]

Didn't know if any of you were aware of this....

Eagles International (http://www.eaglesinternational.com/)

Apparently a new player in the 1:48 area? Only one plane right now, but at least it's something unique!!

[ascot]

Saw one at Fairford but the guy was looking for over a ton..phew...nice though. I am going to look for one when I go over to the States. :)

[plumstix]

Very nice.

[Agent X20]

Lovely 51's.. pity they aint 1/32..

Agent X20

[planejunky]

Agent
1/32, WOT?! :eek: You must own a mansion, or live in a hangar! ;) LOL

Very nice models though, Shangra La would find a good home here.

[Agent X20]

Corgi are doing enough of them... hangar.. no submarine...

Agent X20

[planejunky]

I heard from a dealer (no not that kind of dealer :D ) that a certain very well known die-cast metal model company* are having real problems with the 1/32nd range, particularly the new Mossies which are hugely delayed. It may be that they stop producing such large scale models. If this is the case, the exsisting range will be worth a fortune.


Legal spiel! ;)

[Agent X20]

Methinks there is more to this than just a delay... been asking it for a couple of months ...

Agent X20

Dont know about fortunes though..!!
.. and cannot see why 1/32 when so many more could be satisfied at 1/72...

[Horrido!]

Eagles around $99.00 (full) retail in US, UK stiched again if they want £100 each.
Better to wait for the 1/24 AeroArt Mustangs.

[minter]

the shangri la looks superb, come on corgi wheres yours!! :rolleyes:

[Agent X20]

iconic finish..

[PierreMarch]

Eagles International is the Rolls-Royce of the die-cast industry for war planes (in my opinion).

[Horrido!]

Ugly, bloated, in poor taste and owned by Volkswagen? Surely not?

Horrido!

[PierreMarch]

So, what else could I have written? Eagles International are the Microsoft of the die-cast industry? Does it sound better?

[Agent X20]

Non.. Eagles International are the Cartier of the die cast industry...

Apologies, they are all heathens.....there's just no class around here..!! :D

Can I have a Tank for Xmas..?

[Horrido!]

You mean they want to dominate the market, stifle all opposition, buy up anything good or better and then serve it up exactly as they want it without any regard to real innovation but to fit what their view of how it should be - even if the model keeps falling off it's stand?

I just partially described Corgi - didn't I?

[Horrido!]

Agent - Are you trying to say that Eagle are a pointless, overpriced mockery of what they claim to be is their actual purpose?

Horrido!

[Agent X20]

If thats your opinion of Cartier.... naw.. would like a Tank for Xmas.. rest of their stuff is a little on the yuck side... but if she cant have that then a Submariner would do..!! (or a Sea Dweller.!!.) as in Swiss overpriced... Rolex.. mmm.

[CFBC]

Hmm.. Interesting range this International.... Seen them online for $99.00 and wondered if anyone had got any and what they are like as there does not seem to be many outlets and mainly USA based........ Or much information about them......?

Anyone got one??

[Hoverbug]

So this is where everyone went... :rolleyes:

I've picked up one, and though I haven't had time to assemble it (moving), it looks like it's worth the money. It comes together much like the Marushin line. Certainly on par with the 1/32 Corgi line in detail. Given the origins of this project, I think it's not a bad deal. Their site seems to indicate that they're considering jets as well. I really hope they do an F9F-5.

[CFBC]

Yes Hoverbug, Ive been looking at them on their website and for the money they look pretty good, but here in the UK we have not seen them and with shipping, makes them quite a bit more..... Which is a shame.........

You have to assemble them then? Not pre-built like the Corgi 1/32nds?

[Hoverbug]

Not much more than a couple of screws. More than made up for by other features - ordnance load, removeable pilot, etc. Definitely keeps the box a reasonable size for storage.

[Agent X20]

but they's quarter scale.. cant have another scale... aaaarghhhh.....

[Horrido!]

You sure they are 1/4 scale Agent - got the wrong lens in the periscope?

Agree with sentiment though - do not need 1/48, 1/35 or 1/24 making trouble for me my wallet and my cabinets.

Horrido!

[Hoverbug]

Agent's got it right - 1/4" = 1 foot (i.e. quarter scale) goes back to well back before WWII as a standard for scratchbuilders.

[maple 01]

Which is 1/48 scale by another name isn't it?

[Horrido!]

Shame this is 2004 and a pre made diecast model, as it's now 1/48 scale.

Horrido!

[CFBC]

Not much more than a couple of screws. More than made up for by other features - ordnance load, removeable pilot, etc. Definitely keeps the box a reasonable size for storage.
Hmm. Looks interesting Hoverbug..... Wonder if they will get this side of the pond though and at what cost as they ain't cheap to begin with......

Whats your comments on them?

[CFBC]

While surfing here and there I stumbled on a piccie or two for you guys to take a peek at......

Certainly looks nice......

[CFBC]

and this certainly does.....

[Typhoon-MKV]

They actually do look REALLY nice, but it's the importing from the States that's the killer.....

[fatalbert]

They actually do look REALLY nice, but it's the importing from the States that's the killer.....


You don't have to import from the US as they have a UK outlet,a certain dealer who attends all the major airshows and can sometimes be found at the NEC toyfairs.

Price on their web-site is £69.99 plus P+P.

[snafu]

Interestingly on the website the company concerned actually have a poll for collectors to vote for their choice of aircraft for future release.

The planes look good, although there seems to be a fair bit of assembley involved - full details given via a PDF file.

I think this one looks good......

[Typhoon-MKV]

Interestingly on the website the company concerned actually have a poll for collectors to vote for their choice of aircraft for future release.

The planes look good, although there seems to be a fair bit of assembley involved - full details given via a PDF file.

I think this one looks good......


Yeah and here are the results....Please do no.5 in the Poll!!!!!


FW 190 D (long nose) 8.1% (88 Votes)
P-61 Black Widow 8% (87 Votes)
B-26 Marauder 7% (77 Votes)
P 47 B/D Thunderbolt "Razorback" 6.3% (69 Votes)
Hawker Typhoon 6.2% (68 Votes)
A-26 Invader 5.4% (59 Votes)
F4F Wildcat 5.1% (56 Votes)
Dornier Do 335 Pfeil 4.9% (54 Votes)
AD Skyraider 4.5% (49 Votes)
F4U-1 or -4 Corsair 4.2% (46 Votes)
P-39 Airacobra 3.7% (41 Votes)
TBF/TBM Avenger 3.5% (39 Votes)
PBY Catalina 3.5% (39 Votes)
IL-2 STURMOVIK 2.6% (29 Votes)
Junkers JU-88 2.4% (27 Votes)
A-20 Havoc 2.3% (26 Votes)
P-40 Warhawk 2.3% (25 Votes)
Hawker Tempest 2.2% (24 Votes)
F8F Bearcat 1.7% (19 Votes)
Focke Wulf TA 152 1.6% (18 Votes)
AT-6 Texan 1.6% (18 Votes)
A6M Zero 1.4% (16 Votes)
F-82 Twin-Mustang 1.3% (15 Votes)
Supermarine Seafire XV 1.2% (14 Votes)
Yak-3 1.2% (14 Votes)
Macchi 205 1.1% (13 Votes)
Hawker Sea Fury 1% (11 Votes)
Douglas SBD Dauntless 0.8% (9 Votes)
SB2C Helldiver 0.6% (7 Votes)
Nakajima Ki-43 Hayabusa 'Oscar' 0.6% (7 Votes)
F7F Tigercat 0.5% (6 Votes)
Douglas TBD Devastator 0.4% (5 Votes)
Henschel Hs 129 Panzerjäger 0.4% (5 Votes)
Savoia-Marchetti SM.79 Sparviero 0.2% (3 Votes)
P-63 Kingcobra 0% (1 Votes)
Mikoyan Gurevich MIG-3 0% (1 Votes)

Total Votes: 1085


:)

[CFBC]

Another Eagles International is now available and three more have been announced to be released later this year........ They DO look good:-

1st Photo
P-51C-10NT “Ina the Macon Belle” - Lt. Lee “Buddy” Archer, 302nd F.S., 332nd F.G., 15th A.F. Tuskeegee Airman - More than 5 kills

2nd Photo
P-51B - Maj. David “Tex” L. Hill, 75th F.S., 23rd F.G. - Oct. 1944 18 kills CBI (China, Burma, India theater). Former AVG Flying Tigers Ace.

3rd Photo
P-51B - 43-6763- “Glamourous Glen” Capt. Charles “Chuck” Yeager, 363rd F.S., 357th F.G., 8th A.F. 11.5 aerial victories

4th Photo
P-51B-5-NA (NA-104) 43-6315 “Ding Hao!”, Maj. James Howard, CO 356th F.S., 354th F.G., 9th A.F.

[NeilD]

So has anyone 'over here' got hold of one of these yet?? how big is a 1/48 Mustang then (yeah yeah I know, bigger than a 1/72 one but not as big as 1/32!! :p )
Neil.

[Typhoon-MKV]

So has anyone 'over here' got hold of one of these yet?? how big is a 1/48 Mustang then (yeah yeah I know, bigger than a 1/72 one but not as big as 1/32!! :p )
Neil.

We are hoping to get hold of a couple to put photos up on the Web Site.

[Agent X20]

Not another scale.. NO...!!!!! :p :D look nice though

[Typhoon-MKV]

Although it would appear you have to put them together!!!!

:confused: :confused:

[Typhoon-MKV]

Courtesy of Todd1969 and to answer NeilD's question a 1/48th Scale Eagles International P51 compared against a 1/72nd Scale.

[Red Leader]

Yes BUT how much do they cost????

[CFBC]

R/L.... Approx $85.00 - $120 depending on where you shop.... :)

[PierreMarch]

While surfing here and there I stumbled on a piccie or two for you guys to take a peek at......

Certainly looks nice......

I suppose you all noticed that the cockpit on this one is actually... a Spitfire cockpit.

[Agent X20]

What where who how.???...

looks like a silver P51 with a bulged Malcom (spelling) hood..

[CFBC]

U sure P/M? :confused:

[PierreMarch]

I'm not positive, but I think so. The "Patty Ann" and "Ding Hao" don't have the same cockpit as the others. As far as I can remember, the Eagles International Website stated that those cockpits were identical to Spitfire cockpits. I'm going to ask them, just to be on the safe side.
They look like Spit cockpits, don't they?

[NeilD]

What where who how.???...

looks like a silver P51 with a bulged Malcom (spelling) hood..

The Agent speaks the truth... Malcom hoods - Brit design/mfg as mod to RAF a/c..

[Agent X20]

.
They look like Spit cockpits, don't they?

As in Hoods - Malcolm hood.. gave a better view...

[PierreMarch]

As in Hoods - Malcolm hood.. gave a better view...

Right, here is the explanation:

"One long-standing annoyance was the canopy scheme, which gave poor visibility to the rear; prevented the pilot from getting a clear view ahead over the long nose in takeoff; could not be opened in normal flight; and was difficult to get out of in an emergency.

The RAF came up with their own solution by replacing the three NAA canopy panels with a one-piece bubble "hood", similar to that used on the Spitfire, that slid back to the rear. The new canopy design was implemented by the British firm of R. Malcolm Limited, and consisted of one-piece blown Perspex bubble that could be easily refitted to the Mustang by field maintenance personnel. The "Malcolm hood" was refitted to most RAF Mustang IIIs, and was apparently fitted to some USAAF P-51Bs and even some of the old Allison Mustangs."

It makes those P-51's even cooler...

[CFBC]

Wow... Nice one P.M... That straight from Eagles Int. then? :)

Thanks for posting that....

[PierreMarch]

Eagles confirmed, but that explanation comes from elsewhere. Maybe I should have indicated my sources.
Whatever...

[CFBC]

Thats fine P.M, we appreciate the input "whatever" the source... Thanks... :D

[PierreMarch]

My pleasure :)

[NeilD]

.. and they fitted 'Razorback' P47's..
Neil.

[PierreMarch]

.. and they fitted 'Razorback' P47's..
Neil.

Really?

[CFBC]

Dum-de-dum-de-dum.....

Wonder when they are going to arrive...... :rolleyes:

[CFBC]

Hey ho.... Guess what arrived today!!!! Nice timing..... Will be building them up over the w/e I hope and see how they look.... First impressions are good.... Mmmmmmmmm. :) . Watch this space.... :D

[admin]

Okey Folks we have posted up a new page for Eagles International, and I personally have to say they look quite stunning, and may well look at purchasing some myself.

Anyway see for yourself

http://www.diecast-aviation.co.uk/html/eagles_international.html

[minter]

outstanding ...especially shangri la

[BSteinIPMS]

Their Website, which has been posted previously on this thread but bears repeating, is: http://www.onmarkint.com/eagles/

Be sure to click on "Assembly" for a pdf-format page of assembly instructions. There are some good tips for securing loose parts which can happen with any (read: Corgi) diecast model.

[CFBC]

Thats right B/S.... I was a littlem well relluctent to assemble them, but having looked at the PDF and parts, one screw and two magnetic pieces click together.... Excellent detail and finish.... Also.... The engine cover is also magnetic, so a 360° mid-air and it stays on!!!!!

Credit where credit is due... Top notch diecasting's.... :)

[NeilD]

they do look good... just a shame its 'another' scale, although may well be tempted to ignore that if they do a Typhoon :D
Neil.

[The Defiant Man]

they do look good... just a shame its 'another' scale,
Neil.

Same here...

[charley]

agreed...1:72 and 1:144 with the odd 1:32...Im not going for another Scale...Just got rid of a load of Armor 1:48 :rolleyes:

[Typhoon-MKV]

agreed...1:72 and 1:144 with the odd 1:32...Im not going for another Scale...Just got rid of a load of Armor 1:48 :rolleyes:

Well yeah I can understand getting rid of Armour, not quite the detail of Eagles or even GMP....

[CFBC]

Well yeah I can understand getting rid of Armour, not quite the detail of Eagles or even GMP....

Oh my.... PLEASE do not compare these too Armour!!! Same scale, but 100% better I assure you....... :D No - I am NOT on commission..... Just a collector that has been overwhelmed with such an issue..... Worth my dosh....... Pith all over Corgi's 1/32nds for detail.......

[admin]

Finally got the pictures up for Patty Ann, we are just waiting to hear from them as to when the other three are making an appearance....


:)

[CFBC]

http://www.diecast-aviation.co.uk/html/eagles_international.html

Nice if I must say so!!! :cool: Goes well in my new collection of Eagles.... :D

[Ara1]

The engine cover is magnetic, so a 360° mid-air and it stays on!!!!!



Oh, so I'm not the only one flying the bl**dy things around the house!!!!

[CFBC]

Sorry Ara1, missed this initially... Nooooo. Not by a long way stretch of the imagination.... A good flight in the aircraft is a "MUST" and with the magnetic engine covers, well it certainly helps.....

Do you have any Eagles Ints at present?

[Ara1]

No Eagles yet, soon though (remember Patty Ann!)

I've got my mind on the new coastal command B-24 from FM... due Soon!!!

[admin]

We have today received these from Eagles International.

This will be available May 2005 - Number 10006 "Ding Hao"

[CFBC]

Looks another good one to me.. Then again, what do I know... :D

[Ara1]

Yeah, looking good. I love it when a company raises the industry standard. Rumor has it the Franklin Mint is also stepping up quality.

[minter]

Looks another good one to me.. Then again, what do I know... :D

another one for your collection ;)

[CFBC]

another one for your collection ;)

Fraid so Minter... Gotta keep the Forum going with piccies ain't I... Tis getting expensive this..... :rolleyes: :D

Mind you... Diecast of quality should not be left on the shelf or dumped....!! Opps.... :o

[Agent X20]

Something very photoshop about those piccies... :confused: :confused: :confused:

[Hoverbug]

Looks like they cropped out the background it was shot against.

Something very photoshop about those piccies... :confused: :confused: :confused:

[CFBC]

As like the ones from FOV and others.... No shame there... :D

Gives us a good idea though... :)

[CFBC]

I now see that the "Ding Hao" is available for pre-order from Eagles.... Nice... Looks good.... Sure to be another purchase coming-up then.... :D

[PierreMarch]

Have you seen what they've got in the pipe? What a beauty!

http://www.onmarkint.com/images/1/10007/10007.jpg

[Typhoon-MKV]

Have you seen what they've got in the pipe? What a beauty!

http://www.onmarkint.com/images/1/10007/10007.jpg

Woo-Hoo - that's going to look stunning in 1/48th Scale.

Bring it on.......

[rmorley]

Have you seen what they've got in the pipe? What a beauty!

http://www.onmarkint.com/images/1/10007/10007.jpg

I don't normally buy 1/48 planes but...

Oh what the heck, when are we going to see a 1/72 Mustang like this?

Methinks I'll have one!

[CFBC]

FC*K.... These are extremely very well detailed and this one, well....

I will have one for sure.... My DING HAO is now venturing over the pond and if this next issue comes out, well...... Credit to them.....

:cool:

[Red Leader]

Anyone know where these can be bought?

[admin]

Anyone know where these can be bought?

Try Grasco on the Promotors page (http://www.diecast-aviation.co.uk/html/promotions_page.html).

That's where we got ours from for the Web Site (http://www.diecast-aviation.co.uk/html/eagles_international.html)

[ruger357]

I have the Patty Ann. Very nice plane. Bought mine from www.diecastairplane.com.

[Typhoon-MKV]

We heard from Eagles yesterday and they sent through a rather interesting list of proposed releases they are considering for the future.




10004 P-51B Flying Tigers (new tooling, new packaging, assembled) - Nov/Dec. 05

10007 Mustang III Polish Sqn. RAF (new packaging, assembled) - Jan/Feb. 06

10101 T-6G Texan - March 06

10102 AT-6D Texan Gunnery Trainer

10103 SNJ Texan Naval Trainer

10104 Harvard III

10105 LT-6G Mosquito

10106 Harvard IV

10201 P-47D TBolt Razorback

10202 P-47D TBolt Bubble Top

10103 P-47M TBolt Bubble Top

[CFBC]

Certainly a good selection there and if detailing on the past releases are anything to go by, well... Looking forward to some excellent releases and the quantities released have so far always been low. :)

[Martin Bull]

I was quite excited there for a moment : -

http://www.sporting-memories.com/aai/gc002.htm

No, no - not that one, you fool ! :rolleyes:

It's this one : -

http://www.korean-war.com/KWAircraft/US/USAF/north_american_t6.html

Oh. :(

[NeilD]

I was quite excited there for a moment : -

http://www.sporting-memories.com/aai/gc002.htm

No, no - not that one, you fool ! :rolleyes:

It's this one : -

http://www.korean-war.com/KWAircraft/US/USAF/north_american_t6.html

Oh. :(

I'd not heard it called a Mosquito before... oh well you live n learn.. Harvard could be a good seller... Neil.

[CFBC]

"Ding Hao" Just arrived and built.... Exceptionally nice release and detailing is excellent. Well done Eagles!! :cool:

[prune]

I'm very tempted to buy an Eagles Int. Shangra La unseen.I must be mad because I haven't got the room for the 1/72s, let alone my first 1/48.
My question is, has anyone out there got a Shangra La, and just how good is it? Are the red bits glossy or matt?

[CFBC]

Prune,

Take a look here (http://www.diecast-aviation.co.uk/html/eagles_international.html) as we have acquired them all and yes they are very nice indeed. :cool:

[CFBC]

Ding Hao has arrived and is now on the Eagles International Webpage (http://www.diecast-aviation.co.uk/html/10006.html). Very nice indeed it looks. :cool:

[Gustav]

Love these models, even though they are of a Messerschmitts worst enemy!

Do yourselves a favour - buy one of these and drool :rolleyes: If they sell well, we may get others...and they are 'Top Notch'!



Gustav

[prune]

If they could do a good range of models, I could see alot of 1/72 stuff going to make space for them.

[minter]

1/48 ? too big for me,but this is a hole in the 1/72 scale that needs filling IMPO... would lurve a RAF polish one

[prune]

IMHO Corgi should have took the 1/48 route,1/32 are just too big to collect too many.Corgi should take note of Eagles,top quality, low runs, just what the collector ordered :)

[Typhoon-MKV]

IMHO Corgi should have took the 1/48 route,1/32 are just too big to collect too many.Corgi should take note of Eagles,top quality, low runs, just what the collector ordered :)

Have to agree, and not much competition within that Scale.....

[Gustav]

Can you imagine a 1/48th scale Spitfire or (dare I say) Messerschmitt, with this level of detail :)

That would have me diving for the Credit Card!


Gustav

[lovethoseplanes]

A nice Me109 in 1/48th scale would be fantastic Gustav.

[minter]

would that be a 109E mr LTP ?

[lovethoseplanes]

Certainly would be Minter. Would love Eagles to do one of those.

The detailing on the Mustangs they have produced so far is far better than any being produced in the same size and to be honest by others also.

[jasgreeny]

Ive been drooling over these for some time. Good enough size to get plenty of detail in but not too big like the 1.32. If there were more models available i would certainly start collecting them.

[CFBC]

Have to admit the range at present is limited, but I hear they are looking at other subjects and liveries. We are not 100% on this, but the one i am looking forward to is this..... :cool:

Here we go.. Typhie had posted it afew weeks ago.... This is what they are looking to expand...

10004 P-51B Flying Tigers (new tooling, new packaging, assembled) - Nov/Dec. 05

10007 Mustang III Polish Sqn. RAF (new packaging, assembled) - Jan/Feb. 06

10101 T-6G Texan - March 06

10102 AT-6D Texan Gunnery Trainer

10103 SNJ Texan Naval Trainer

10104 Harvard III

10105 LT-6G Mosquito

10106 Harvard IV

10201 P-47D TBolt Razorback

10202 P-47D TBolt Bubble Top

10103 P-47M TBolt Bubble Top

[Typhoon-MKV]

Harvard is supposedly next with the new boxes - although a 1/48th TBolt would be rather tasty, especially with their detailing.

[MkVb]

Must admitt I'm a big fan of these little beauties.I'm lucky enough to have 2 and will be ordering the raf version .They are pricey but the the wow factor after unlocking them is worth it..

Like the idea of a Mossie and thunderbolt but are hanging for them todo a spit perhaps a later mk9 or one of the clipped wing varieties. :rolleyes:

[CFBC]

Yes, agree Mk they are a little pricey indeed, but the detailing for size of aircraft is amazing and if they produced a clippoed wing Spit, well.... Awesome.

A T/Bolt would also be good too. Harvard I would also look to buy, but a Mosquito.... Hmm. They would have to get that right... I mean really right........ They could really put Corgi to shame if they did.

They certainly knock spots off Armour. :)

[MkVb]

I only have 2 armor and they will be the last.Lack of detail and mistakes does it for me.Shame really as 1:48 scale is just a nice size and they could do alot better with it.

I'm pickin Eagles will do a fanatastic job of the mossie.A small company with corgi as a bench mark they will have to.Could well hurt if they don't.Looking forward to seeing one and if they are anywhere near the quality of the p51's we will be in for a treat.. ;) :D

[CFBC]

Personally it is the detail that give the Eagles the edge and dare I say even better than the 1/32nd Corgi's produced (I may live to regret that), but the size is easily displayed and detailing, oh - a joy to view.......

The Mosquito, I hope they get it right. Corgi have it pretty well, Armour and IXO's are a joke...... Fingers crossed.....

[admin]

I think you will find that that an LT-6G Mosquito (http://www.wpafb.af.mil/museum/air_power/ap55.htm) is a Harvard.

[MkVb]

It appears I need todo some work on my aircraft identification... :eek: .Have'nt heard of this variant before and a very nice bird she is.I think this one will make a great addition.

[CFBC]

I will go and stand in the corner of the room... :o

[Typhoon-MKV]

Noted on the Eagles International (http://www.onmarkint.com/eagles/) Web Site that the production run on the second and third Eagles seems to have been halved, and they are only producing 500 of the Glamrous Glenn P51B.

[mhackl]

Eagles International has confirmed their intentions to produce a Hawker Typhoon. The development/production process on the T-6 and P-47 Thunderbolts has taken them longer than anticipated and may drive the Typhoon into early 07. The casting detail is expected to increase in future models as well. Per Mark @ Eagles every model produced from here forward will be pre-assembled, with a new low profile box.

Also, he said that the Typhoon was one of approximately five new aircraft models that are in the early stages of development at Eagles. However, he would not budge when pressed for clues of the other four.

He is going to forward pictures of the Texan and T-Bolt prototypes. as soon as they are available.

[Typhoon-MKV]

Eagles International has confirmed their intentions to produce a Hawker Typhoon. The development/production process on the T-6 and P-47 Thunderbolts has taken them longer than anticipated and may drive the Typhoon into early 07. The casting detail is expected to increase in future models as well. Per Mark @ Eagles every model produced from here forward will be pre-assembled, with a new low profile box.

Also, he said that the Typhoon was one of approximately five new aircraft models that are in the early stages of development at Eagles. However, he would not budge when pressed for clues of the other four.

He is going to forward pictures of the Texan and T-Bolt prototypes. as soon as they are available.

OH MY GOD - I LOVE YOU

1/48th Scale Typhoon - 'scuse me underwear change time again :eek: :eek:


Oh and looking forward to receiving the pictures - A 1/48th Scale TBolt with the Eagles International Detailing is going to be rather special as well.

[CFBC]

Wow, that IS good news indeed. A 1/48th scale Typhoon, ok it's sometime away, but the detailing on the other Eagles I have is fantastic so lets hope that they re-produce this on the Typhoon also!!

Typhie, go change your underwear.... :o

Be good to see the other releases too! Spot on. :cool:

[Red Leader]

A late mark Spit would be good. Mk X1V or F22/24 or a Seafire be nice!!

[jasgreeny]

Cant wait to see the pics either. Still havent bought an Eagles yet as i was trying to stick with just 1.72 scale, but the P51s look amazing. And if they start bringing out some new castings i may have to start buyin :)

[prune]

A late mark Spit would be good. Mk X1V or F22/24 or a Seafire be nice!!
Typhoon, 1/48, best news so far this year :)
A good Battle of Britain Mk1 Spit would also be great, Imho the only good diecast Spit is the rather large Corgi 1/32. If Eagles could make them quick enough I could easily find meself buying only their stuff. Plus the odd Dragon.....and maybe the odd Corgi....

[Typhoon-MKV]

Oh yeah Griffon Spit in 1/48th Scale would be awesome.

[PierreMarch]

Eagles International has confirmed their intentions to produce a Hawker Typhoon. The development/production process on the T-6 and P-47 Thunderbolts has taken them longer than anticipated and may drive the Typhoon into early 07. The casting detail is expected to increase in future models as well. Per Mark @ Eagles every model produced from here forward will be pre-assembled, with a new low profile box.

Also, he said that the Typhoon was one of approximately five new aircraft models that are in the early stages of development at Eagles. However, he would not budge when pressed for clues of the other four.

He is going to forward pictures of the Texan and T-Bolt prototypes. as soon as they are available.


Yes! :D

[hworth18]

In light of Eagles announcement of an upcoming Typhoon, I would like to post the question of:
Which Typhoon and/or (livery) would you prefer??? Is there any particular or famous pilot/livery that we would like to see????

[prune]

Roland Beamonts PR- F when he was C.O of 609 sqn.would be my choice,as its possibly the most iconic Typhoon scheme, and one of the most colourful. Its a 'car door' version so it depends which one they do, hopefully it'll be both. Failing that, I'm hoping the model has rockets. Eagles will do more than one,so we should see D-Day stripes as well :cool:

[Roger]

I'd like to see a 198 Squadron machine from the period around August 1944 when they had the squadron code letteres in roundel red. Rockets and four bladed prop. I'll not loose any sleep over it however as I still have four 1/48 scale Tiffys to build (2 car doors and 2 tear drops).
D-Day Tiffy is a must though.

[mrfootball]

This one, Harry! This one!

[CFBC]

Certainly looks good Mr Football if this is the one... :) (Well, lets hope so!) :cool:

[CFBC]

Well,

Looking at the Eagles International website the P51 flown by Sqb. leader Eugeniusz Horbaczewski OC No. 315 Polish Deblinski Squadron Royal Air Force is due out this month (anytime now) - :cool:

[mhackl]

This one, Harry! This one!
That would be beautiful.

[hworth18]

That would be beautiful.

Certainly would.. I'd go for it.. Does anyone know who flew this bird???

[Typhoon-MKV]

Well I do believe it's based on this (http://www.hasegawa-model.co.jp/zaikorisuto/JT-PTO/images/JT60.jpg) Hasegawa kit (http://cybermodeler.com/hobby/kits/has/kit_has_typhoon.shtml), but has had different decals applied.

TP-Q seems to have been with 198 Sqd but there appears to be some mystery as to who flew it.

Radar Killers (http://www.airpictorial.com/pages/killingTheRadars.html)
198 Notes (http://www.198sqn-raf.co.uk/198sqn_012.htm)

[CFBC]

Ohher, a little bit of history and mystery... I like.. :cool:

[admin]

Some pictures of the Pre-Pro from the Nuremburg Toy Fair.

Thanks to the CHC boys for allowing us to use these.

[DCRanger]

Tis very nice and I like the scheme but it is the wrong scale (for me) and another manufacturer. Perhaps Corgi will eventually get round to doing one in 1/72.

[Typhoon-MKV]

And of course it's going to be the new design of straight out of the box already constructed.

So really looking forward to this one.

[prune]

Wrong scale for me if I'm honest, but like the die-cast glutton I am, I'll be getting it ;)

[no4mkit]

Very nice - can't wait for the Gemini Aces version... ;)

[CFBC]

Bring it on! :cool:

[prune]

For those that don't know, the Mustang is Sqn Ldr. Eugeniusz Horbaczewski's.
He was killed in August 1944 after an epic 15 minute dogfight with up to 60 Fw 190s,during which he shot down 3 before being presumed shot down on the way home, though not in this aircraft.

[mhackl]

I learned today how to decipher the Eagles International part number and thought I'd pass it on.

10007

1 = Eagles International 1/48th
0 = Product Series ( for future use i.e. "Aces of Europe" etc. )
0 = North American P-51B/C Mustang (III)
07 = Squadron leader Eugeniusz Horbaczewski OC No. 315 Polish Deblinski Squadron Royal Air Force.


I thought that you might find this interesting.

[Red Leader]

Where are Eagles Int. diecasts sold? I've not seen any except a afew at airshows last season.

[mhackl]

This is a link to the Eagles International dealer list. http://www.eaglesinternational.com/eaglesdealers.htm

[sniperUK]

Nice,but wrong scale for me ,I hope somone makes a 315 Sqn Spitfire V as the Sqn was based locally to me July to November 1943 at Ballyhalbert. and a few months ago we laid remembrance crosses on the graves of three of their pilots killed during that time.

[CFBC]

Has anyone acquired the Polish P51 as yet? What do they think of it? I do believe this one comes ready assembled unlike previous issues. :)

[MkVb]

Has anyone acquired the Polish P51 as yet? What do they think of it? I do believe this one comes ready assembled unlike previous issues. :)

Awesome model CFBC..I am very impressed with it and yes it does come pre-assembled.Along the same lines as Corgi,just a little assembley required..It also comes in a very tight packed box.you have to be very careful not to damage it while unpacking.The first thing that impressed when the lid came off was the colour.Crisp and fresh might be the best way to describe it and a nice job on the powder residue around the 50 cals.One thing that had be goin was the exhaust.Each port is seperate and finely detailed it may well be the same as on "Ina", which is still tucked away and hidden from the missus so I can't get it out for a look,but it looks absolutely right.Cockpit and engine detail are just out there as usual from this manufacturer.As for how historicaly accurate it is that I am not sure of as I haven't had the time to research it.All in all it comes highly recommended and well worth every penny.If you are thinking of buying one all I can say is go for it.
.

[PierreMarch]

Have you seen those beauties!

http://www.onmarkint.com/eagles/

[Red Leader]

Hey MkVb thanks for your comments on the P51B ....where did you get yours from? I may well get one.

[prune]

Just ordered the Polish Mustang and the Carousel Galland Me109 from the mule this afternoon.

[PierreMarch]

Have you seen the new Texan? What's your opinion about it?

The colours are simply great in my opinion.

[Agent X20]

Pornographic.. that yellow one..... should NOT be allowed..
The RCAF one of course will come with a 1/48 James Cagney... Captains of the Clouds..!!

[Red Leader]

Actually I'm surprised no one's done a Texan/Harvard in 1:72!!

[Agent X20]

It was mentioned as to what you would like to see.... Must admit that yellow jobbie has the saliva flowing...

[tsr2]

Here are some photo's of Polish Squadron Mustang Mk. III. The quality and level of detail are excellent. The colour is spot on. The choice of underwing stores is a nice extra. The only disapointment is the pilot. Compared to the rest of the aircraft, it's poor.

http://uk.geocities.com/keith_meachem@btinternet.com/mk34.jpg

http://uk.geocities.com/keith_meachem@btinternet.com/mk33.jpg

http://uk.geocities.com/keith_meachem@btinternet.com/mk32.jpg

http://uk.geocities.com/keith_meachem@btinternet.com/mk31.jpg

[Agent X20]

It was earlier - host off air..?

[CFBC]

Wow... That DOES look good.... Thanks TSR2... Picking mine up today on route while travelling.... Makes me want it even more now.... :cool: Shame about the pilot, will let you know what I think also later.

[CFBC]

Landed today in the CFBC household is the new Eagles International Mustang.... 10007 - 315 polish Deblinski Squadron - RAF.

Well :cool: this one and thought it might like a little British sun too. :cool:

Thanks TSR2 for the piccies also, just reminded me how good these Eagles are and with these pics, well confirms it.

Very, very nice indeed. :)

http://i1.tinypic.com/v80tad.jpg

http://i1.tinypic.com/v80tc4.jpg

http://i1.tinypic.com/v80tg9.jpg

http://i1.tinypic.com/v80thz.jpg

http://i1.tinypic.com/v80uti.jpg

http://i1.tinypic.com/v80uva.jpg

http://i1.tinypic.com/v80uwx.jpg

http://i1.tinypic.com/v80v1f.jpg

http://i1.tinypic.com/v80v34.jpg

http://i1.tinypic.com/v80v7l.jpg

http://i1.tinypic.com/v80va0.jpg

http://i1.tinypic.com/v80veu.jpg

(Anybody in the UK after one, then drop me a Pm and I will advise you where I obtained this one from).

[DCRanger]

Had to smile when I saw the "Poland" under the polish emblem. The rivet makes it look like PCLAND, a sign of things to come?:)

[tsr2]

CFBC what did you think of the pilot?

[CFBC]

TSR2,

Lets it down a little as could be more detailed. Have you got the other Eagles TSR2?

:)

[Agent X20]

One for Bull and Co .. How did the canopy open on the Malcolm hooded Stangs.. presume it would be a side opener..?

[CFBC]

Slides back Agent. :)

Eagles give you an additional glass piece that sits over the rear end of the canopy and as such slides..... :cool:

[tsr2]

I don't know if this has been covered on another thread but came across this on Eagles Internationals site today:

NEW!
Custom Die Cast Models of your favorite P-51B/C created by On Mark's Prototype Dept., on an individual basis and limited in availability.
Each model is decorated and crafted by our model maker. Models have all of the features found on the production Eagle P-51's.
Planes are Decaled and clear coated . Please allow 60 days for development.

10035S P-51B as tested at Rechlin, Germany in the original Olive Drab paint scheme but with German markings and undersides repainted in
yellow. The plane was later moved to Hannover-Wunstorf during the summer of 1944 where it was assigned to 2.Staffel of the Versuchtverband
Oberbefehlshaber der Luftwaffe for demonstration purposes. It circulated between various fighter units as a practical aid in teaching how to
use the Fw-190s to the best advantage in combat against P-51s. At that time the original paint finish was also stripped off, presumably to match
the improved performance of bare-metal USAAF machines which appeared towards the end of the conflict.

[PierreMarch]

Very original indeed. I might ask for a Texan with Belgian marking or something else.

[CFBC]

Yes I agree PM... They are not cheap though as I asked how much and they are around the $200 mark, but saying that for a "one off" unique scheme, then that is pretty good.....

Getting into the realms of Diverse Images stuff at that price, but a Mustang with German markings though...... Droooool :cool:

[Red 2]

Yes I agree PM... They are not cheap though as I asked how much and they are around the $200 mark, but saying that for a "one off" unique scheme, then that is pretty good.....

Getting into the realms of Diverse Images stuff at that price, but a Mustang with German markings though...... Droooool :cool:

Not fair, just back after a couple of weeks re-hab away from die-cast and you throw this at me. This is a scheme I have wanted for absolutely ages and it is only the cost that is holding me back....just.....:D

[hworth18]

It would seem that there has been enough interest in this that they are going to offer this scheme as a custom although it was originally done as a "side" project for the owners son..:)

[PierreMarch]

Yes I agree PM... They are not cheap though as I asked how much and they are around the $200 mark, but saying that for a "one off" unique scheme, then that is pretty good.....

Getting into the realms of Diverse Images stuff at that price, but a Mustang with German markings though...... Droooool :cool:


200 $... that's expensive, but not for a limited edition of only 1 piece worldwide. I might order one of those. I'd like to have a Belgian or Australian Texan (I've seen a superb one in green/brown).

[CFBC]

Yes PM, I agree if you go for a livery that suits you then it will be a one off then $200 is not a lot.....

:)

[hworth18]

200 $... that's expensive, but not for a limited edition of only 1 piece worldwide. I might order one of those. I'd like to have a Belgian or Australian Texan (I've seen a superb one in green/brown).

These aren't exactly "oneoffs" but they are close.. The number of planes made depends on the number ordered.. If there is only one order, then there would be only one made.. I would say that there probably won't be more than 5-10 of each made.. The plus is that these are fully authorized pieces from the manufacturer instead of a home-made one..;)

[CFBC]

Thanks HW... I am tempted, but it will be later in the year as marriage is sucking cash at present I am afraid... Like a black hole at present.... I forsee more models leaving CFBC mansion. :(

Anyway, a question if you may. Obviously these are one off's or close too, then are these actually manufactured in HK or Far East and shipped over or do Eagles modify one of the previous releases over in the USA and if so are these extra's that have been produced or plain castings that Eagles have bought? Just curious and no motives in my question.....

Appreciate you may or may not know, but please ask Richard as I am intersted.

Also, if I had a certain livery in mind then would I send pictures, etc over for you to woek on or would Eagles acquire the reference material?

Thanks

CFBC :)

[PierreMarch]

I've asked some information to EI about the coating. Here is their answer:

"The factory Eagles are pad printed, the custom models are decaled and clear coated so they can be handled safely.
We will extend this program to the T-6."

Isn't "pad printed" better than "decaled and clear coated"? It seems to me that it is better to have pad printed models.

[totalplanenuts]

Yeah and here are the results....Please do no.5 in the Poll!!!!!


FW 190 D (long nose) 8.1% (88 Votes)
P-61 Black Widow 8% (87 Votes)
B-26 Marauder 7% (77 Votes)
P 47 B/D Thunderbolt "Razorback" 6.3% (69 Votes)
Hawker Typhoon 6.2% (68 Votes)
A-26 Invader 5.4% (59 Votes)
F4F Wildcat 5.1% (56 Votes)
Dornier Do 335 Pfeil 4.9% (54 Votes)
AD Skyraider 4.5% (49 Votes)
F4U-1 or -4 Corsair 4.2% (46 Votes)
P-39 Airacobra 3.7% (41 Votes)
TBF/TBM Avenger 3.5% (39 Votes)
PBY Catalina 3.5% (39 Votes)
IL-2 STURMOVIK 2.6% (29 Votes)
Junkers JU-88 2.4% (27 Votes)
A-20 Havoc 2.3% (26 Votes)
P-40 Warhawk 2.3% (25 Votes)
Hawker Tempest 2.2% (24 Votes)
F8F Bearcat 1.7% (19 Votes)
Focke Wulf TA 152 1.6% (18 Votes)
AT-6 Texan 1.6% (18 Votes)
A6M Zero 1.4% (16 Votes)
F-82 Twin-Mustang 1.3% (15 Votes)
Supermarine Seafire XV 1.2% (14 Votes)
Yak-3 1.2% (14 Votes)
Macchi 205 1.1% (13 Votes)
Hawker Sea Fury 1% (11 Votes)
Douglas SBD Dauntless 0.8% (9 Votes)
SB2C Helldiver 0.6% (7 Votes)
Nakajima Ki-43 Hayabusa 'Oscar' 0.6% (7 Votes)
F7F Tigercat 0.5% (6 Votes)
Douglas TBD Devastator 0.4% (5 Votes)
Henschel Hs 129 Panzerjäger 0.4% (5 Votes)
Savoia-Marchetti SM.79 Sparviero 0.2% (3 Votes)
P-63 Kingcobra 0% (1 Votes)
Mikoyan Gurevich MIG-3 0% (1 Votes)

Total Votes: 1085


:)


ONLY 6 votes for the Tigercat, 7 for the "Beast", 11 for the Sea Fury and 19 for the Bearcat :eek: Unbelievable ! Pfffff... :rolleyes:

[PierreMarch]

ONLY 6 votes for the Tigercat, 7 for the "Beast", 11 for the Sea Fury and 19 for the Bearcat :eek: Unbelievable ! Pfffff... :rolleyes:

Actually I'm very pleased with this result. They've got to make a German subject sooner or later and the "long nose" would be terrific. Imagine a Rudel FW190D (like the Dragon one)....
I would go for the entire list anyway, Eagles Internationals are my favourite diecast brand.

[SSRST]

Two words....


PRINCESS ELIZABETH

[prune]

Another two.....


Salem Representative

[Red Leader]

Just been assembling a P51 from Eagles International. Nice model, but I have two problems
1. The U/c legs don't seem to fir very snugly into slots leaving it very wobly when sat on gear.
2. The gear up door one piece doesn't stay fixed in when displaying in flying position. Just drops out!
Anyone else experienced these problems and any ideas for solutions?

[PierreMarch]

Just been assembling a P51 from Eagles International. Nice model, but I have two problems
1. The U/c legs don't seem to fir very snugly into slots leaving it very wobly when sat on gear.
2. The gear up door one piece doesn't stay fixed in when displaying in flying position. Just drops out!
Anyone else experienced these problems and any ideas for solutions?

I use a kind of "soft" glue (very little, just one point). When dry, this glue forms a sort a transparent rubber. I you later change your mind about your u/c, you can remove it easily and glue won't glue leave stains (provided you don't use too much of it).

[Red Leader]

Have you used this successfully on these Eagles International P51's?

[hworth18]

Have you used this successfully on these Eagles International P51's?

If you can, use PVA (white) glue which holds well and is not permanent.. PVA is commonly used as elementary school glue and is marketed in the US as Elmers..;)
I use it all the time on my diecast and have used it on my own Eagles Intl. planes..;)

[hworth18]

I've asked some information to EI about the coating. Here is their answer:

"The factory Eagles are pad printed, the custom models are decaled and clear coated so they can be handled safely.
We will extend this program to the T-6."

Isn't "pad printed" better than "decaled and clear coated"? It seems to me that it is better to have pad printed models.

Pad printing is done "en masse" at the factory, the custom planes are done individually, so pad printing is not possible..;)

[Red Leader]

Thanks for the help Hworth18! I will try and get hold of some. Did you say that it leaves no marks if you then change it?

[hworth18]

Thanks for the help Hworth18! I will try and get hold of some. Did you say that it leaves no marks if you then change it?

Yes, the glue is easily removable if you decide to change setups or rebox the plane..And it leaves no residue...;)

[Red Leader]

Thanks very much. Will give it a ago. Which Eagles dyou have?

[hworth18]

Thanks very much. Will give it a ago. Which Eagles dyou have?

I have Inamaconbelle and ShangriLa.. I would have more, but those two are my favorites..

[Red Leader]

Can anyone help??
I have an Eagles Int Shangri La P51 which has had a nasty accident. Was attacked by naughty pussy cat!! Fell down and it now is suffering from a brocken propeller!! Anyone know if spares for Eagles Int are obtainable?
If so I'd be much obliged if anyone can help!

[johnnyboy]

On Aikens site he has this banner for Eagles international Planned Future Releases....... TBF AVENGER, P-47 RAZORBACK, P-61 BLACK WIDOW, HAWKER, FW-190D AND MORE! A Hawker what? I would love to know?

[uksubs]

On Aikens site he has this banner for Eagles international Planned Future Releases....... TBF AVENGER, P-47 RAZORBACK, P-61 BLACK WIDOW, HAWKER, FW-190D AND MORE! A Hawker what? I would love to know?
Great intell jb;)

[CFBC]

Can anyone help??
I have an Eagles Int Shangri La P51 which has had a nasty accident. Was attacked by naughty pussy cat!! Fell down and it now is suffering from a brocken propeller!! Anyone know if spares for Eagles Int are obtainable?
If so I'd be much obliged if anyone can help!

RL,

Best place to start with would be Onmark International who are the guys that have these manufactured and produced. Take a look here (http://www.onmarkint.com/eagles/) and half way down the page is a contact name and e-mail address.

Not sure if they can help you, but it is a start... :)

[hworth18]

RL,

Best place to start with would be Onmark International who are the guys that have these manufactured and produced. Take a look here (http://www.onmarkint.com/eagles/) and half way down the page is a contact name and e-mail address.

Not sure if they can help you, but it is a start... :)

CFBC is correct, Eagles Int'l has plenty of spare parts and if you contact them , they should be able to get one out to you ASAP..;)

[CFBC]

CFBC is correct, Eagles Int'l has plenty of spare parts and if you contact them , they should be able to get one out to you ASAP..;)

Cheers HW. ;) :)

[Red Leader]

Thanks CFBC!
Much appreciated. I have contacted them so will await a response. Hope I can replace it as it'll be a lot cheaper than buying a new Shangri La and they ain't the cheapest diecast!!

[Ara1]

Did I read that Eagles is preparing a farging AVENGER?

Bring it on!!!!

Can you say, "Torpedo 8, May 1942?"

As in training, Stateside?

YEEEAHHH

[hworth18]

Thanks CFBC!
Much appreciated. I have contacted them so will await a response. Hope I can replace it as it'll be a lot cheaper than buying a new Shangri La and they ain't the cheapest diecast!!

The prop is very easy to remove also.. Let me know if you need assistance..;)

[Red Leader]

Ok will do. I'll let you guys know when I get the replacement.
Also on another note, anyone heard any news on the Harvards eta?

[CFBC]

Seeing as someones posted in teh EI thread... Does anyone know if Eagles have actioned anything regarding the poll they did on their own site?

Top two results were:

FW 190 D (long nose) 8.1% (88 Votes)
P-61 Black Widow 8% (87 Votes)

Have to say the Mustangs I have from them are certainly top notch! :cool

[hworth18]

Seeing as someones posted in teh EI thread... Does anyone know if Eagles have actioned anything regarding the poll they did on their own site?

Top two results were:

FW 190 D (long nose) 8.1% (88 Votes)
P-61 Black Widow 8% (87 Votes)

Have to say the Mustangs I have from them are certainly top notch! :cool

With Carousels introduction of the Dora, there really isn't any point in Eagles making one.. The Texan is due by March (IIRC) and after that will probably be the Razorback P-47.. After the P-47 is anyones guess, but the P-61 is one of the owners favorite planes and it is a good possibility that Eagles will eventually produce one, but it might be in 1/72 rather than 1/48..

[STARMAN 352ND]

the P-61 is one of the owners favorite planes and it is a good possibility that Eagles will eventually produce one, but it might be in 1/72 rather than 1/48..

That be really great if they did one of them in 1/72 or 1/48 .
I pay top dollar for it.:wink:

[Elmer]

The new Texans / Harvards are now in stock at On Mark International and are shipping!

[Red Leader]

Anyone actually seen one yet?

[Elmer]

Anyone actually seen one yet?

The Flying Mule also has pictures posted. Mine should arrive this week; when they do, and I have had an opportunity to inspect, I will post reviews on MHII.

[admin]

The Flying Mule also has pictures posted. Mine should arrive this week; when they do, and I have had an opportunity to inspect, I will post reviews on MHII.

Elmer, Whay can't you also post or post your review on this forum? :) :confused:

[Elmer]

Elmer, Whay can't you also post or post your review on this forum? :) :confused:

I will be happy to! I hope the postman has delivered them to my doorstep today! Will find out in a few hours.

[Elmer]

Review

Eagles International 10101
North American T-6G-NA Texan (USAF, Hondo AFB, ca. 1951)
and
Eagles International 10102
North American SNJ-5C Texan (U.S. Navy BuNo. 51896, ca. 1941)

After a one year wait, Eagles International’s long awaited Texans finally arrived at my home. They are assembled (10101 on its gear, and 10102 perched on its in-flight display stand), sitting in front of me on my computer desk as I write this.

Shape and fit:
To my eye, the overall shape of the models is excellent. Wings and fuselage fit is also excellent. EI achieved better fit at the wing roots than it did on its Mustangs. Only a few seams are visible (most notably under the wings), but there are no gaps. Fuselage fit is especially outstanding. Fit of small assembly bits is not quite as good. On 10101the rectangular plug (which is to be inserted when the model is not displayed on its stand) had to have all paint (except the visible side of course) scraped off with a hobby knife; the paint was quite thick and it took a good deal of scraping to finally get the plug inserted. Take pause before you fully insert the plug because it will be extremely difficult to remove. I decided I wanted 10101 on its gear, so I fully inserted the plug and achieved a good fit with no gaps. Also, the starboard gear would not stay inserted, but a little dab of Elmers took care of that problem. On 10102, the tabs for the four bombs needed a little scraping to achieve fit. Be forewarned about putting too much pressure on the rear gun when inserting it; I applied too much pressure and pushed the mount down into the fuselage. I was able to pull it back up with some tweezers. I sanded the tab of the gun down and re-inserted. The gear up fit on 10102 is outstanding and required no sanding, filing, or cutting.

Detail:
The models come with gear down or up options. The gear is not retractable; two sets of gear are provided, one set for each mode. The gear down wheels are rubber and roll. The propellers are metal and spin freely. The landing flaps are fully extendable. This is a beautiful feature on this model; it looks sharp on its gear with extended flaps. Flaps also stay closed (relatively tight) when up. Air scoops and exhaust stack are recessed and look sharp. The engines also look sharp; they are three toned (gray crankcase, black coil rings, and silver cylinders), with separately molded parts and nice depth. The wing lights are clear plastic and look outstanding. Stenciling detail is extensive and sharp looking. Panel lines look nice. The molded fuel caps with accompanying stenciling on both sides of the wing look awesome. On 10102 the rear seat is removable and positional (facing forward or rear). Cockpit detail is nice with nicely painted instrument panels. The gear wells have relatively nice molded detail. Pitot tubes, antennas, and guns are hard plastic. The in-flight display stand is beautiful, exactly the same as EI’s previous Mustang stands. The stand inserts forward of the tail wheel. As previously mentioned, a rectangular plug is provided to cover the insert point when not on the stand (but I wouldn’t use the plug if you will frequently change from gear down to in-flight). Now, a word about the rivet detail: riveting is extensive as is obvious from available on-line pictures. Is it overdone? You must decide. To my eye, (although I have only seen the FM/A Wildcat model in pictures) the number/amount of rivets is similar to FM/A’s F4F Wildcat with columns and rows of riveting along the wings and fuselage. The rivet holes are really no more deep or wide than on EI’s Mustangs (there are just dozens, if not hundreds more!) Certainly they are over scaled, but isn’t most riveting detail on any model at this scale? The rivets on 10102 are crisp. Unfortunately, on 10101, the riveting on the port fuselage, port and starboard wing tips, and underside center wing is grossly exaggerated, apparently due to thick paint. 10101 is clearly the better painted model with small fuselage details crisp and sharp. As a former plastic modeler, I have experienced the frustrating, cussed woes of applying paint too generously and ruining perfectly molded bitty parts. If you acquire 10101, I hope your model is better painted than mine, and your riveting detail will look better. Also to my eye, the multi-colored yellow, silver, red, and black of 10102 breaks up the monotony of the riveting more than the more monotone 10101. I admire EI for going for the “gusto” with mold rivet detail. I think they largely pulled off a nicely detailed model. Perhaps selective riveting would have been advisable. Nevertheless, having previewed the model via pictures and comments on MHII, the monster rivets I feared, thankfully, did not materialize for me.

Finish:
More so than overdone rivets, I think the potential of these models was diminished somewhat by the finishers. As previously mentioned, the paint is too thick on parts of 10101. The black anti-glare panel was applied somewhat sloppily; edge lines are wavy and not crisp. Decal graphics are better, especially stenciling, all pad printed. The star on the topside wing roundel has one arm without a clean, crisp edge (somewhat odd looking). Finish is better on 10102. The black anti-glare panel is applied better than 10101 (although not perfect). The red paint on the silver fuselage looks “red sharp.” On the wings, the red bands are spoiled somewhat by the yellow undercoat (although the riveting would have been destroyed in this area if the bands were coated several times to completely cover the yellow undercoating). The edges of the red bands on the rear fuselage and tail are not as crisp as they could have been. The crew looks awful (I left the crew out of 10101). I give paint finish a B on 10101 and a B+/A- on 10102. Finish is certainly not at the outstanding level of C1.

Quality Control Issues:
10101 arrived without canopy for the student. 10102 arrived without port gear door. 10102 also arrived with port horizontal stab disconnected. During shipping, it appears that the metal arm/stand came out of its Styrofoam insert and scrapped the underside red coating of this loose stab to the silver undercoat (two spots). Bummer. When I removed the model from its Styrofoam insert, the starboard stab also fell off. Then the tail wheel (just the wheel) fell off. I applied my modeling experience and fixed all of the loose parts, no real big deal. 10101 arrived with part of the engine detached from its mounting (I think it is just the front crankcase and coils); while the prop spins freely, it spins somewhat wobbly due to its mounting being loose (10102 is OK) I also need to look closely at pics of the real pitot tubes for it appears 10101’s tube is inserted sideways and 10102’s tube is inserted upside down. If this is the case, again, shouldn’t be a big deal, I can gently pry them out and reinsert. Overall, there are more QC issues than I normally expect. I think I can acquire the missing parts from OMI, so this should not be a real problem. Again, the crew looks awful.

The Grade:
Do I like these models? Yes!! I do! Even with their flaws, I think they are charming. EI aggressively goes for the detail. I admire the company’s approach, even if the detail isn’t perfect. Despite the flaws, the models have a quality feel and look with great heft and lots of metal. No model is perfect, and these are less perfect than they could have been. If I could only acquire one (speaking for myself here) I would acquire 10102. I love the prewar colors. Mine is better painted than 10101. The rivets look better. It should go well with my prewar HM F2A and C1 F4F. Oh… I also have an Accurate Miniatures (plastic build) pre war F3F in 1:48. I can’t wait to get them all together. Thanks EI for finally bringing your interpretation of the beloved Texan to market!

[Cardinal]

For EI's sake I hope this release is successful.

However, I'm disappointed and don't think that the QC issues mentioned (and the rivet issue - based on photos) are up to the standard that is expected from EI given their superb P51B/C range (not to mention the premium price bring asked for their products). With so many other excellent high quality offerings out there competing for available financial resources, they may not be as successful with the initial T6/Texan releases as originally envisaged ...

[ZS-VAN]

Very comprehensive review Elmer. Outstanding!

[CFBC]

Elmer, thanks for the review and post. Greatly appreciated and very comprehensive... I always feared for EI releasing these, but time will tell as they command a very good price indeed, but there Mustangs in this scale cannot be beaten.

Over here, I think these will not be as in demand as the Mustangs so it will be interesting to see how Ei do with the Texans, especially at that sort of price.

I certainly think they will struggle to sell here in the UK as the Mustangs were around the £50 mark.....

Just my thoughts... :)

[Daywalker]

Received last week my first 2 Eagles P 51 Mustangs by name Shangrila and Patty Ann II. They are fantastic models and im more and more convinced that 1/48 is the perfect scale in diecast. I own now the 3 Carousel 1 FW 190 Doras, the 2 HM Spitfires and the 3 Fokker Triplanes from C 1. Im now planning to get also the Tex Hill Mustang, Ina the Macon Belle and the polish one.
1/48 im coming!!!!!

Planning now to sell/trade my complete set of 1/32 Corgi mustangs.

[uksubs]

Received last week my first 2 Eagles P 51 Mustangs by name Shangrila and Patty Ann II. They are fantastic models and im more and more convinced that 1/48 is the perfect scale in diecast. I own now the 3 Carousel 1 FW 190 Doras, the 2 HM Spitfires and the 3 Fokker Triplanes from C 1. Im now planning to get also the Tex Hill Mustang, Ina the Macon Belle and the polish one.
1/48 im coming!!!!!

Planning now to sell/trade my complete set of 1/32 Corgi mustangs.

I'm the same only buying 1/48

[theodore]

I'm with you, Uksubs; I love the larger scales!! :) However, I need to clear off some of my wife's rubbish on the shelves to make more room!! :LOL: :p :unsure: :rolleyes: :wacko:

[kevjb64]

Got my first E.I.this morning , Patty Ann II , looks great but not sure about all this putting together malarky :( . Will also get the Polish one but too big a scale to be able to effectively display a lot of aircraft in a cabinet . :)

[CFBC]

Got my first E.I.this morning , Patty Ann II , looks great but not sure about all this putting together malarky :( . Will also get the Polish one but too big a scale to be able to effectively display a lot of aircraft in a cabinet . :)

If I remember Kev, the Polish one comes pre-built I think (only prop to add)

EI changed their method on the later Mustang releases... :)

[kevjb64]

If I remember Kev, the Polish one comes pre-built I think (only prop to add)

EI changed their method on the later Mustang releases... :)

Good oh , just ordered it from the FM , Patty Ann II was about £ 60 delivered so not bad compared to prices over here . :)

[Elmer]

If I remember Kev, the Polish one comes pre-built I think (only prop to add)

EI changed their method on the later Mustang releases... :)

That is correct. Also, I think the prop comes attached. I do not have this release (yet), but I do have the other preassembled 'Stang (Tex Hill), which came with the prop attached. So... the only assembly, Kev, should be the gear down option, drop tanks, canopy options, pilot option (in or out).

[Pilgrim_uk]

They are fantastic models and im more and more convinced that 1/48 is the perfect scale in diecast

I have been pondering over this as well Daywalker although i love the size of 1/32, bigger means better philosophy, 1/48 does seem a nice size to display in cabinets.

[kevjb64]

That is correct. Also, I think the prop comes attached. I do not have this release (yet), but I do have the other preassembled 'Stang (Tex Hill), which came with the prop attached. So... the only assembly, Kev, should be the gear down option, drop tanks, canopy options, pilot option (in or out).

The Polish E.I.arrived this morning and yes it does come pretty much assembled with just the choices you point out . I went for wheels up and the stand is very efficient . My only gripe is the ill fitting ' wheels up ' accessory which refuses to stay in place ( occasionally it fools you for 10 mins , then falls out :mad: , what is the best fix guys ??? ) . That aside an excellent model which really looks great and with a slightly better rate when I ordered this about £ 55 from USA delivered . May get one more of these but due to it being too large a scale , display space is not available for more . :(

[prune]

. My only gripe is the ill fitting ' wheels up ' accessory which refuses to stay in place ( occasionally it fools you for 10 mins , then falls out :mad: , what is the best fix guys ??? ) (

Put a little bit of blu-tak in kev.

[kevjb64]

Put a little bit of blu-tak in kev.

Cheers .:)

[kevjb64]

Well finally put together Patty Ann II and I can fully commend E.I.'s choice to go to ready made as nothing fits quite as well on this one as on the Polish one , not really bad you understand but there is a more noticeable gap between wing and fuselage and the same with the air intake . As its a blue-noser it obviously looks the part but best viewed from a bit of a distance .

[kevjb64]

Overall I am rather taken with these models and as Elmer qoutes about the T6 ' the models have a quality feel and look with great heft and lots of metal ' . They do have a good amount of weight and I find this important as one goes up in scale , they far outclass HM and Franklin Mint , though I appreciate there is a considerable difference in price but as we have seen more than once recently , you tend to get what you pay for .

I would like to buy the range ( not often you hear me say that about a larger scale ) but display room is an issue . I will be getting one more but am torn between 10003 ( a great scheme but already have a silver one ) and 10004 which would give me the 3 colours currently available . Once again for a nice mold in a bigger scale I am somewhat surprised that runs of 500-700 are still so readily available ?? :confused:

[Elmer]

The Polish E.I.arrived this morning and yes it does come pretty much assembled with just the choices you point out . I went for wheels up and the stand is very efficient . My only gripe is the ill fitting ' wheels up ' accessory which refuses to stay in place ( occasionally it fools you for 10 mins , then falls out :mad: , what is the best fix guys ??? ) . That aside an excellent model which really looks great and with a slightly better rate when I ordered this about £ 55 from USA delivered . May get one more of these but due to it being too large a scale , display space is not available for more . :(

Kev... I have four EI Mustangs, and all four have exact same problem with one strut that doesn't quite fit as well as the other (can't remember if it is starboard or port!!) Anyway, I haven't had a problem with the strut falling out, it just doesn't fit quite as nicely as the other... they look a bit misaligned from each other. Blue tac, as previously suggested should work, but I also use good ole' Elmer's Glue as it easily cleans off without any residue.

[kevjb64]

Elmer are there plans for any new schemes or is this another mold that had died a death ?? I also noticed on Atkins sight there was a list of other planes that E.I. had planned , have disappointing sales of the P51 caused those to be shelved ?? See E.I. are doing one of commissions though at $ 350 they may not sell too many !! :eek:

[hworth18]

Elmer are there plans for any new schemes or is this another mold that had died a death ?? I also noticed on Atkins sight there was a list of other planes that E.I. had planned , have disappointing sales of the P51 caused those to be shelved ?? See E.I. are doing one of commissions though at $ 350 they may not sell too many !! :eek:

Actually, it wasn't the Mustang, but the market itself that has EI on hold. $350 may seem like a large sum for a diecast, but considering that these are certified from EI and produced in very limited numbers, it does make them very unique and worthwhile. And, with the shrinking US dollar, it probably makes them very affordable for the UK market.

Here are the custom schemes produced so far:
Glamorous Glenn
Salem Representative
Old Crow
Swiss
Princess Elizabeth
Bald Eagle
"Cathy"- special design made with customers wife's name
Captured German

And a couple more I can't remember off hand. Basically, if there are decals available, Eagles can produce a Mustang in any scheme.;)

[Elmer]

Elmer are there plans for any new schemes or is this another mold that had died a death ?? I also noticed on Atkins sight there was a list of other planes that E.I. had planned , have disappointing sales of the P51 caused those to be shelved ?? See E.I. are doing one of commissions though at $ 350 they may not sell too many !! :eek:

Harry (hworth18) is the man to ask (and I see he has replied).

I can only speculate... and I really do not see a future for EI. I hope I am wrong. More than a year and a half ago, a company insider posted a teaser (with pictures) on MHII of what was supposed to be EI's next release: a 1:48 Razorback T-Bolt. With the release of Franklin Mint's Razorback, my bet is EI's plans are now dead in the water. Also posted was a tentative line up for new molds including a Typhoon, P-61, and B-26 (later A-26) Invader. The Texans have now been delayed for sooooo long (if the final releases come out later this year, the total delay to market will be two years) I suspect it has held up potential releases. EI is a very small company with limited resources, and the market does not appear to be conducive (at least in the short term) for any more releases. I have no knowledge to the contrary, just my suspicion that the last four Texans may be cancelled. Maybe Harry will speak to this.

EI came on the scene four years ago with the release of Shangri-La. It had a run of 1400. It is still available from retailers in the U.S. In fact, all of the Mustangs (except Ina the Macon Belle) are widely available. I just don't see how this small company can commit to another release with its products sitting on retailer's shelves. It is really a shame because they are beautiful models... pricey, but beautiful. I wish I had an ingenious suggestion to expand the market base so these models could be moved quickly into collectors homes. I am so disappointed that FM beat EI to market with the 1:48 T-Bolt, I know EI would have done a better job.

[Elmer]

Just another thought about the Texan mold:

It has been critically slammed in the U.S. for overdone rivets. Yes, EI did go for the gusto in riveting but I don't see this as the real problem for the Texan castings. The mold itself is quite nice and detailed. Parts are nicely detailed. I think the real problem with the first two releases was in finish work and quality control problems. If the individual model has a light and carefully applied coat of paint the riveting will not look bad at all. How do I know? I acquired both of the first releases and while they were both plagued with quality control problems, the pre-war SNJ had a nice aluminum finish applied to the fuselage which made the riveting look quite nice. On the other hand, the yellow wings and the yellow fuselage and wings of the Hondo Texan have grossly exaggerated riveting because of thick paint. I want the final Texans to be released to see if EI can redeem the mold and win back consumer confidence in the brand. I am especially looking forward to the USAAF trainer in bare metal finish. I think the riveting can be really subdued on this one. Fingers crossed.

[CFBC]

Just for Kev64... ;) :D

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j273/dljames/Eagles%20International/Eagles5.jpg

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j273/dljames/Eagles%20International/Eagles4.jpg

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j273/dljames/Eagles%20International/Eagles3.jpg

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j273/dljames/Eagles%20International/Eagles2.jpg

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j273/dljames/Eagles%20International/Eagles1.jpg

[johnnyboy]

That Mustang 111 looks good in the correct colours:rolleyes: its a shame we don;t have one in 1/72:D

[CFBC]

That Mustang 111 looks good in the correct colours:rolleyes: its a shame we don;t have one in 1/72:D

Yes JB, it does... Just realised I am missing a "Tex Hill" :rolleyes:

Just about to acquire... ;) :D

I thought Kev64 might want a little more encouraging. :D

[kevjb64]

Yes JB, it does... Just realised I am missing a "Tex Hill" :rolleyes:

Just about to acquire... ;) :D

I thought Kev64 might want a little more encouraging. :D

I think " Tex Hill " will be my next purchase , though will wait a week or two to make sure I am at home for delivery . :)

[hworth18]

Here are some Eagles you won't see on retail shelves.
(The pics of the Inamaconbelle are of the prototype model I built for the factory)
http://inlinethumb13.webshots.com/40140/2097769900036857008S600x600Q85.jpg
http://inlinethumb50.webshots.com/41649/2333674690036857008S600x600Q85.jpg
http://inlinethumb43.webshots.com/13994/2665713170036857008S600x600Q85.jpg
http://inlinethumb11.webshots.com/37770/2629781620036857008S600x600Q85.jpg
http://inlinethumb26.webshots.com/40729/2296516180036857008S600x600Q85.jpg
http://inlinethumb43.webshots.com/43242/2183055680036857008S600x600Q85.jpg
http://inlinethumb51.webshots.com/39858/2115348800036857008S600x600Q85.jpg
http://inlinethumb49.webshots.com/40176/2078999090036857008S600x600Q85.jpg

[hworth18]

http://inlinethumb47.webshots.com/42542/2884399820036857008S600x600Q85.jpg
http://inlinethumb46.webshots.com/42989/2694048040036857008S600x600Q85.jpg
http://inlinethumb56.webshots.com/7671/2118699820036857008S600x600Q85.jpg
http://inlinethumb11.webshots.com/40458/2772663960036857008S600x600Q85.jpg
http://inlinethumb15.webshots.com/6350/2179267180036857008S600x600Q85.jpg

[hworth18]

And finally, 3 on the assembly line.:D

http://inlinethumb39.webshots.com/29094/2391325720036857008S600x600Q85.jpg

[Red 2]

Harry, you should be ashamed. Here I am trying to cut back on diecast purchases and you post photos like those.

Tis another 'GMP' moment....oh heck.:rolleyes: :)

[kevjb64]

I must admit I am having to restrain myself from buying the blue-nosed specials , fortunately the price of the is helping me a bit ! :)

[hworth18]

Harry, you should be ashamed. Here I am trying to cut back on diecast purchases and you post photos like those.

Tis another 'GMP' moment....oh heck.:rolleyes: :)


R2, just think of it as a "true" exclusive! You could honestly say that you have a model that maybe only 5 other people in the world have sitting on their shelves. It is also certified from the manufacturer as an authentic Eagles commission, specially painted just for you. ;)

(and, if you do a scheme not done before then you also have a true "only 1 of")

Hope this helps..........:D

[Elmer]

The Old Crow special commission is sorely tempting me. How will I explain the need to the Mrs.? Any suggestions?

[CFBC]

I must admit I am having to restrain myself from buying the blue-nosed specials , fortunately the price of the is helping me a bit ! :)

Yes, sorry to say, but $300 for an Eagles is a bit of a large amount even in my view and opnion and I know it is a one off or five off throughout the world, but a 1/48th scale for this amount.

The prices for their standard runs are just about right or were with their Mustangs, I see the Harvards are struggling so this must tell them something (either subject or price).

I wish they had chosen another subject to be honest like the P47 as this would have been a surefire winner for EI, no joke.....

They do look nice Hw and wish EI all the best with them and yourself too, but I fear that these will not substain EI in the marketplace....

[hworth18]

Yes, sorry to say, but $300 for an Eagles is a bit of a large amount even in my view and opnion and I know it is a one off or five off throughout the world, but a 1/48th scale for this amount.

They do look nice Hw and wish EI all the best with them and yourself too, but I fear that these will not substain EI in the marketplace....

CFBC, They aren't meant to sustain EI, but they are just a service EI provides if a customer wants a certain scheme in diecast that is not offered.
These are also very unique, and although pricey, adds something to the collection that very few others have. I guess it depends on a persons point of view as to whether something is worth it, and if someone is used to paying rock-bottom prices for diecast, then this is a rather expensive endeavor. But for many serious collectors, this is a true collectible and well worth the price paid. ;)

[dilligafocau]

Thought a Harvard/Texan in 1/48 would be a nice addition but did'nt think too much of it until the Mule was selling out their remaining EI stock. Picked up this USN Gunnery Trainer Texan for 1/2 price.....worth much more IMHO, I like it ;)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_6950.jpg

[kevjb64]

Thought a Harvard/Texan in 1/48 would be a nice addition but did'nt think too much of it until the Mule was selling out their remaining EI stock. Picked up this USN Gunnery Trainer Texan for 1/2 price.....worth much more IMHO, I like it ;)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_6950.jpg

That is the one I got , I totally agree what a great piece , makes me even sadder the all yellow jobbie never got made . :(

[ZS-VAN]

Thank you for reminding me Dilli!!! I have that one along with the RAF Mustang in my boot!!! :wacko: Picked them up from the post office a couple of days ago. Very nice pic mate!!! ;) :cool

[Cardinal]

That is the one I got , I totally agree what a great piece , makes me even sadder the all yellow jobbie never got made . :(

Kev, as far as I know the all yellow Texan was made but is the lesser of the two ... :)

[kevjb64]

Kev, as far as I know the all yellow Texan was made but is the lesser of the two ... :)

Yes I seem to remember that but was there talk of a UK one and I do not think that happened . :unsure: