[hworth18]

Borrowed from the SSHQ forum..

Didn't see this news posted anywhere so I thought all of you 1/32 scalers might like to see this: It's official!!!

From bbi's website:

Dear bbi Members,

Those of you with a knowledge of aviation history will know well the legendary Lockheed “Skunkworks” and the amazing works of Clarence “Kelly” Johnson.

But even those who have never heard of these two will certainly have heard of the famous and legendary F-104 Starfighter.

This outstanding aircraft looks more like a rocket ship and in fact was often called a “missile with a man in it”. It also had an astonishing rate of climb and awesome performance.

But no matter what you call it you have to agree it is truly a work of art. Here at bbi we are pleased to announce the release of our 1/32nd scale Lockheed F- 104 Starfighter.

And just like the Lockheed original it has killer looks and enough detail to satisfy any true collector.

Add this one to you shopping list as it make the ideal partner for our 1/32nd scale F-4 Phantom that you must already have.

So don’t be slow…get out there and get yours…because just like the real thing…they’ll go fast!


Click on the news dated 07/04/2008 (Even though it says EF 1/18 Hellcat, it's a typo)

Then click on the image link at the bottom of the write up to see pictures. It even has an opening access door to the gun!!

Here's the link to bbi's website:

bbi

[trex0770]

Cool. Now I'll have the Starfighter in 1/72, 1/48. 1/32 and 1/18!

[STARMAN 352ND]

Looks nice...But i'll pass i already have the 1:18 F-104.
JP

[hworth18]

Originally Posted by STARMAN 352ND

Looks nice...But i'll pass i already have the 1:18 F-104.
JP

That's true, but it opens the door for jet fighters in 1/32 scale which is what many people have been waiting for..

[STARMAN 352ND]

Oh it will open doors for the 1:32 line for sure....Maybe even a F-14 Tomcat and A-10 that so many collectors wanted in 1:18 scale..But will have to settle for this 1:32 line instead.
JP

[trex0770]

Originally Posted by STARMAN 352ND

Oh it will open doors for the 1:32 line for sure....Maybe even a F-14 Tomcat and A-10 that so many collectors wanted in 1:18 scale..But will have to settle for this 1:32 line instead.
JP

JP, those sound good to me! Who do we have to call?

[jlspec]

Any idea on ETA

[dragon53]

I want a 1/32 F-15C and F-15E.

I wonder what the BBI F-104 price will be---the 21st 1/18 F-104 is $39.99 at ToysRUs.