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Beardie, your question to them 'may' have seemed like you wanted to know, in the hopes of buying up kits on speculation. A very noted model rail kit mfr, whose structure kits have always been limited run, would never state how many kits had been made, or how many might be left, for this very reason. True, you were asking with intent to build said kits, but others might not. DOBK and Duncan, I had already come to the conclusion that this was perhaps one of the friendliest forums I have found, since coming into WWI aircraft modelling. There is not the sense that WnW kits are the 'be all to end all' that some other sites make them to be. Dave, I seriously doubt WnW would be too worried about accusations of 'insider trading'. As I stated to Beardie, I'll wager it;s more they would prefer to see their kits purchased by modellers, who will build them, verses people hoping it will be part of their retirement portfolio. Jo NZ, I believe DOBK was stating that the owner of the WnW Fans fb group is not a native English speaker (Portuguese, I believe), not the WnW company itself. As for fb itself, I've never been a big fan. Although it has hurt email groups a lot, and forums to a lesser degree, it has never really replaced either. The modelling fb groups seem so much more about posting photos of one's latest build (and yes, some incredible modelling) for more of a "Hey, look at me, look at what I did" reason, than a 'This is how I did it" one. Add in the postings like one of the latest, folks showing off their hoard of WnW kits, and it really feels it is more a collector group, than a modelling one. Definitely glad I found this forum, and thanks for having me. Jim F

Duncan, I just meant, it must have irked someone (owner or moderator) on the fb page, as it got locked after only 2 comments. And your explanation/reasoning makes perfect sense. If my usual dealer told me that he/she had been told that the distributor they dealt with had said they can't order a particular model any longer, I'd assume it was sold out, or close to being so. That might prompt me to post the exact sort of message Beardie did. So, not any sort of science, or even factual info, but the next best thing. Jim F

Personal opinion, but I don't have any issue with the msrp for a WnW kits. They are well worth the money, from what little I have seen of them, so far. The prices might bother those who have the urge, desire, 'need', etc.., to but each and every release. I'm not in that boat, thankfully Jim F

hey Jeff, thanks for that. I'll give it another look. The S.E.5a is about the only WWI aircraft, not flown by a RNAS squadron, that I am interested in. I'm in no rush for the Triplane, so will wait for the Collishaw set, in the fall. Jim F

Duncan, thank you. I figured I had bent someone's nose with my question, though wasn't sure in what way. And I was in no way questioning Beardie's statement, was just curious as to how or what the 'grapevine' was. You've fully explained, makes perfect sense. I've since found I probably won't be buying one, as it seems the RNAS didn't use them. Since I don't plan to just acquire WnW kits for a 'stash' (been there, done that in other hobby interests), and probably will never get around to building models of all the aircraft the RNAS did use, I'm just focusing on buying those. The Felixstowe will probably take the rest of my born days! LOL Also have learned the Snipe came too late for the RNAS, so will sell that on at some point. Thanks again. Jim F

Beardie, not questioning your statement, just curious as to what 'grapevine'? And how accurate? Just paid out for a Felixstowe, so a Brisfit buy will be a few more weeks. And yeah, staying with 1/32, after struggling with a instrument panel in a 1/48 kit. Just will display less items Thanks. Jim F

Berman, thanks for that, I actually was aware of the Lone Star kit. But it was learning WnW had a kit for both versions was what brought me back around to WWI aircraft modelling. It's the one kit I definitely will build in 1/32. Everything else will most likely be in 1/48, given the wider range of available kits for RNAS/RFC/RAF aircraft. Jim F

Thanks for the info, Beardie. Regarding prices, scout types are priced at $79.00 in the US, two seaters start at $119.00. So far, any I have come across on ebay are about double (or higher) those prices. I agree that the WnW mfr. price is well worth it, as you stated, adding any after market items to another mfr's kit would most likely bring the price up the WnW kit's original price. It won't, however, make it as high a cost as what folks are asking for a OOP WnW kit. I don't have a issue if someone is selling off a kit they find is in excess to what they need, or want. I do, though, have a issue when I see a ebay seller listing one at a high price, and his listing states there are 3, 4, or more available. I have run into this with limited run structure kits, in model railroading. Anyway, I'm going to tackle one of the 1/48 scale kits I have, see how I make out. If I have better luck than I originally thought I might, I'll stick with that scale. When I was doing armor modelling a few years ago, I preferred 1/48 to 1/35, even though there is way more available in the larger scale. At least, with WWI aircraft, the opposite is true. I still plan to buy, and build, a WnW Felixstowe (who knows, the scale issue might become moot, it might take me 10 years to complete that giant lol). Thanks again. Jim F

Thanks for the replies, all. The DH.2 isn't one of the aircraft I want. The Triplane is one (I have that pre-ordered). It's the S.E.5a, the R.E.8 and the Sopwith RNAS Pup that I seek. I've seen the Pup on ebay, sold for $115. There is a SE5 listed, at $159., and a RE8 listed, at $329. More than I want to spend for them. I'm interested in mid war aircraft, more than early or late war. I have a Early Snipe, but it's still more late war than I like. Dealer I bought it from said he will take it back for full price in store credit, which is fine with me. Maybe I'll buy one Rodan kit, to check it out, and try and decide from there. Thanks again. Jim F

Back in May, I decided I would buy the Tamiya 1/32 Mossie, as a 1st project once our house re-do (which was giving me a whole room for modelling) was done. This would be my 1st aircraft kit in something like 50 years. I went to armour modelling, then model railways, until a few years ago. While searching out reviews, build videos, etc..., I came across references to Wingnut Wings kits. I was fascinated, and amazed. Decided I would shelve the Mossie, and look at buying and building a few of the WnW UK aircraft kits, as I have no interest in the German ones. However, I then found out that 3 of the 6 aircraft kits I wanted are sold out, I started looking at what was available in 1/48 scale. Quite a bit more, it seems. So, have bought a few, with hopes I would be starting on one soon. Taking the contents out of one box, and looking it over, I am now not so sure I can work with that scale any more, but also not sure I will be happy with the size. So, my question (I know, finally!), how good are the 1/32 kits from such as Roden? I realize they will not ne in WnW's class, but are they good kits? They would at least give me the models I want, that are sold out from WnW. Thanks for taking the time to at least read all this Jim F

I'm on the opposite side, I guess After discovering WnW, I was all set to buy all the kits I wanted to build. Too late 3 of the 5 I wanted are sold out. If WnW is just doing limited runs, and folks are buying them just for their 'stash', doubt I'll obtain the 3, so won't bother with the other 2. I'll get a Felixstowe, (not one of the 5 I mentioned) as it's not done in 1/48, but the 5 are. I'll save shelf space LOL Jim F

Where are these decals available from? I only find 3 modern and 2 WWII sets listed, on their website and at Hannets. Jim F Edit: belay that, found them.

Perhaps because many more buyers of WnW kits are more enamored with the German aircraft, with their more gaudy, opps, sorry, colorful paint schemes? Of course, that doesn't explain why the RNAS Pup sold out. Jim F

Another interesting sounding build shot to heck by the morons at photobucket. Jim F

Here's a few titles I have on my 'to buy' list, may or not ne what you are looking for. "Dog Boats at War" Leonard Reynolds "Coastal Forces at War: Royal Navy "Little Ships" in World War 2" David Jefferson "The Battle of the Narrow Seas: The History of the Light Coastal Forces in the Channel & North Sea, 1939-1945" Peter Scott "Night Action: MTB Flotilla at War" Peter Dickens Jim F

Thanks for the welcome, folks. Bit delayed with that, hope to have a lot more free time very soon. One note, in my intro, I put it backward. WWI aircraft is primary, WWII secondary. Just ordered my 1st 1/32 kit, though I find I'm still thinking I'll go more towards 1/48. That's the scale I liked best, with armour modelling. Jim F

Hi all. I'm not new, per se, I jumped on about 2 1/2 years ago, to find info regarding UK WWII armor. Forgot, at the time, to do a intro, so better late than never, I guess I've been interested in the military of the UK since I was very young. I think it was the Howard Pyle painting of Redcoats assaulting Bunker Hill (I lived nearby), still in ranks despite all the fallen comrades. Yes, I know now it's completely wrong, but was strong stuff for me. I've even re-enacted the 'bad guys' as a Highlander, back in the 80's. Armor was my prime interest for years, then I got away from Military, and into railway modelling. Of course, it was UK railways. I'm also stuck in the past, my military interest never went passed 1945, and my railway interest was mainly pre-grouping (1923). Now, I've found a new interest in UK aircraft, WWII primarily, with a bit of WWI. Looking forward to learning new things. Thanks. Jim F

I'm doing a Miniart Daimler Dingo, getting close to painting the interior. What colors were British radio sets? Vehicle color for the body? Black for the face panel? Thanks. Jim

Hi Bob. Thanks for the welcome. Been in and through Richmond many times. How's the I 95 construction going? You into aircraft, or sonething else? I'm only back into armor modeling this past year. Got away from it in the 70's, when I got into model railroading. I have 2 Dingo builds started, one in 1/76 and one in 1/35. So far, from all I have seen in photes, I plan to do the interiors dark. If I find something very conclusive indicating the opposite, before I reach the paint stage, I'll reconsider. Jim F

RJ, in 1/72, the only option I have found is the Academy M3 halftrack and the M16 conversion kit from ModellTrans. The Academy kit is OOP and hard to find, the conversion kit is available, Tracks & Troops is one dealer showing it avaiable. There is one Academy kit listed on ebay at the moment, the seller is in the UK. Price aprox. £25. With shipping, that puts it at about $60. for me here in the US. A mite too pricey for me. In 1/76, there is the Revell (Matchbox) plastic kit and a resin kit from Milicast. Just a FWIW, I am finding that although there are some great kits being released in 1/72, not many fit my interest of US and UK WWII vehicles. There is a much wider range in 1/76, though mainly in resin. Jim F

Not sure if this thread has ended or not, but will ask the OP (and any others) anyway. I'm just starting the miniart Mk III dingo. You painted the interior in what looks like the same color as the exterior. Is this the general accepted practice? I ask, as onn a couple of other sites, it's stated that the interior color was white, or a light color. My very limited knowledge gives me the impression that it should be the vehicle color, as you have done. US practice was generally only enclosed vehicles had white interiors, just as a vision help when all buttoned up. All open top vehicles had the interior the same as the exterior. So, am I safe in doing the interior of mine in the basic exterior color? Thank you. Jim F

Andrew, you state specificaly NWE '44 - '45. Weren't all UK troops in full battledress at that time, and place? Not sure the uniform with shorts is correct. I'm no expert, trust me, just what I have foud out so far, while looking at modelling a few UK Recce vehicles. Jim F

Zack, further down this forum is a thread titled Correct British Armour color. The second reply has this link.. http://www.mafva.net/other%20pages/Starmer%20camo.htm 3/4 down that page is the folowing.., Interiors, Other vehicles: Generally all other vehicles had components, cab and body interiors in the external basic colour. This also included the interior surfaces of AFV hatches and engine flaps that would be exposed when opened. The exception is when certain components were required to be in a specific other colour. The interiors of closed office body vehicles were usually, wholly or in part, gloss Pale Cream. Ambulance body interiors were gloss white but often the interior of rear door surfaces were in the basic camouflage colour. I have found some other mentions of open topped scout cars hving the interior the same color as the exterior. The US basically did the same, to make a vehicle harder to see from the air. The white (or a light) color being mainly used in enclosed spaces to help with visibility. Jim Flynn