Swede Posted November 3, 2013 Share Posted November 3, 2013 I have tried to reach Ray with Vintage Fighters about a decal sheet problem. I have two E mail addresses, one was returned and the other I can get no answer from ([email protected]). Does anyone on this site have anyway that I can contact them to purchase a replacement sheet for my P-40 "Tiger" kit? I can't believe there is NO web site or dedicated E mail for these kits. I have purchased everyone of his kits as they have come out but never thought about there not being any way to contact VFS with a problem. Any and all help/info will be greatly appreciated!!!!!!! Swede Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeusa Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 I do not think they are in operation anymore. There was a blurb in the September 2013 issue of Scale Aviation Modeller International about Kinetic releasing a 1/24 p-47 based upon the molds used by Vintage Fighters. Might check with them if they have taken it over. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swede Posted November 4, 2013 Author Share Posted November 4, 2013 George, Appreciate the info! I can't believe this has turned into such a hassle! If only there was a set of aftermarket for the Tiger's I wouldn't be jumping through hoops like this. They produced two P-40', either would be appropriate marked for the Tigers. Some COULD make a sheet to cover different Sqd.'s. But, that would be too easy........ Again, thanks, I'll let you know what I find out. Then maybe you can post the info for all that have the kits.......... Swede Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeusa Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 I do not know of any aftermarket supplier for Flying Tiger decals in 1/24. Zotz made some for the 1/24 P-47, but not the 1/24 P-40. I made the P-40 Tomahawk version, may have the left over versions I didn't make in the decal stash. I think there were alternative choices for the shark's mouth, but definitely no Chinese national markings. Don't know if that would help you or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swede Posted November 4, 2013 Author Share Posted November 4, 2013 George, I will decide which way to go after I exhaust all avenues to aquire another original sheet. I will keep you apprised of all that happens and I may take you up on your offer. Thanks, Swede Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swede Posted November 5, 2013 Author Share Posted November 5, 2013 Well, the search goes on. I was in contact with Lucky Models. They are the proud owners of the P-47 molds. But, they do not have nor are they planning to have the P-40 materials. I had been told that they had gotten VFS molds. Now I will contact Kenetic and see what I find out. Interesting note...both they and Lucky are at the same address. Swede Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 What P-40 sheet do you want ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swede Posted November 6, 2013 Author Share Posted November 6, 2013 VFS 2401's sheet. The first '40 with the Flying Tigers markings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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