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Mike McCabe last won the day on August 28 2012
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HMS Surf - S-Class submarine, Starling Models 1/350
Mike McCabe replied to robgizlu's topic in Work in Progress - Maritime
Just catching up, looks great so far Rob and hope you are enjoying the build, if you could send me some photos when finished I would really appreciate it! By the way, both the S and T classes have sold well which I am very pleased about, the S has recouped costs after just a few weeks so I will hopefully look to do a U class at some point. Mike -
Perhaps they were just bringing out kits that people said they wanted but never actually bought.
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HMS Sir Gareth. Starling Models 1/350
Mike McCabe replied to Faraway's topic in Ready for Inspection - Maritime
Excellent model Jon and I'm pleased to hear you enjoyed building it. -
Starling Models. HMS Rhyl 1/350
Mike McCabe replied to Faraway's topic in Work in Progress - Maritime
Just seen this, it's coming along great Jon and yes, there is a typo with the paint colours! Mike -
I stock Flyhawk kits. Regarding mark up, you probably don't know that trade prices from Chinese suppliers are often higher than retail from Chinese sources. If you see what you think are high mark ups this is in fact nothing to do with UK or other retailers charging significantly more than usual, it is down to Chinese business practices. Also you forget that costs of shipping, import tax and operating a business in the UK are significantly higher than for those selling kits on ebay for example. So no, kits sold by UK retailers do not have 'ridiculous mark ups', if you want to try starting a business to do what you suggest then you are very welcome to try. Mike
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I will be stocking White Ensign Models etch when I reopen in a few weeks. Not a full range yet but there will be in due course.
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Black Cat Models 1/350 accessories - experiences?
Mike McCabe replied to neilh's topic in Maritime WWII
As mentioned I do stock Black Cat Models but I am currently taking an extended break which will include some changes to the business. Hopefully this will mean higher stocking levels of fewer brands to try and help out with those issues of getting deliveries from the EU. Mike -
The Elsass is a very complex kit, a lot of etch and parts so I would recommend it only to those with a fair bit of experience in using etch and building resin kits. As a new Combrig kit the quality of detail and casting is superb, amongst the very best kits of any type (resin or plastic) currently available. I stock Combrig in my shop and have a small number of 1/350 kits at the moment including Elsass but can order anything you need although delivery is quite slow at the moment for obvious reasons.
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Armo 1/700 ship kits
Mike McCabe replied to Mike Esposito's topic in General Maritime modelling chat
Thanks Mike, shipping to the US has gone up a lot recently unfortunately but I'm sure I can still tempt you with something! Mike -
Armo 1/700 ship kits
Mike McCabe replied to Mike Esposito's topic in General Maritime modelling chat
They are nowhere near Combrig quality unfortunately and for what you get, more expensive. I did consider stocking them a couple of times but I just don't feel they are good value. Mike -
Skywave/Pit-Road - are they still in business?
Mike McCabe replied to PeterB's topic in General Maritime modelling chat
Pitroad / Skywave are very much active although I think the sets you mention may be out of production. Mike -
I have the Orange Hobby F-35b and C available in my shop at the moment. www.starling-models.co.uk/en/ Mike