[mhackl]

Answer: It’s not a waste, they’re just trying to increase the castings longevity. And that’s not a bad thing if the right approach is taken.

Often, to the chagrin of the collector, a manufacturer won't release it's best liveries in a new casting right out of the chute. In order to keep the tooling interesting and in demand they typically have to first release a luke-warm livery. Why? Because it will sell no matter what because it's a new casting. Then, after that initial buying frenzy has subsided, they will release a more popular livery to maintain your interest. The same philosophy is true with the actual physical variations of the casting. The releases must be managed this way in order to maintain the marketability of these products. Ideally, the manufacturer will also allow enough time to pass between their releases so that a “collect them all” mentality can be fostered. Doing this allows for anticipation to build between releases, and it also creates the opportunity for part numbers to sellout thus raising the products secondary market value. These are all things that benefit the hobbyist.

This strategy is difficult to maintain with more manufacturers entering the arena, but it’s one that is mutually beneficial to the manufacturer, the collector, and most importantly the hobby.

[p-51d]

Most UK collectors want the Battle of Britain JU88 , Corgi in their arrogance will not do one, the sales of the first two have been low and the others will follow suit.The same with the typhoon ,this won't sell until it's equpped with rockets, Corgi need to start listening, they're not the only kid on the block now.

[Hornchurch]

Originally Posted by Shamrock

Sorry Hornchurch & Black 6 but I only mentioned the Target Tug Mosquito as an afterthought as it was not one I have in my collection of 8 Mosquitoes. I went back and had a look through my old Corgi catalogues and the Tricatus site. You are both correct in saying that it is a fine aircraft. I feel that several versions were still possible in the Mosquito range......

......including the Tzetse 57MM cannon version, and one with 60LB wing mounted rockets. The F-4 was also finished early as the F-4E, 'Wild Weasel', and Luftwaffe versions never appeared.


Phew ! Sorry to be so longwinded!

Shamrock, no need to apologise guy !!!

Just Black 6 & I sharing a different viewpoint than yours.

You've raised a good point about the 'Tse-Tse' 57mm/ 6 pdr Molins-gunned version, & the omission of a Luftwaffe F.4 is suprising.

Corgi can't please all of the people, all of the time, but in the comparitively short-space of time, of Ten years, they've certainly put out a lot.

Think back to what was (or more accurately-what wasn't) available pre '97

It's reached the stage recently, where anyone collecting W.W.II style war-birds has had an 'avalanche' of wants & must-haves.

Most folks on here agree about the quality of the Swordfish & Catalina = nothing short of superb.....let's just hope future releases are done to the same very high standard.

As for your last quote I've emboldened, you look like a shorthand sec' compared to Moi

[Black 6]

Hey Shamrock, I should apologize as I wasn't seriously taking you to task at all. I guess I should have added a smilie or two to indicate as much. I was goofing on your take of the TT Mossie. While I do love the darn thing I'll admit it may not be everyone's cuppa tea. So sorry Shamrock if my post came off more serious than intended. I luvya man, cheers!

[Spinnaker]

Originally Posted by p-51d

...Corgi in their arrogance will not do one.

Have I missed an announcement somewhere? Have Corgi actually said they won't do a BoB Ju-88? I'd put money on it that they will release at some stage. It shouldn't be cause to get all bitter and twisted just because the scheme you want is not the first one they release :-/

[hworth18]

Originally Posted by p-51d

Most UK collectors want the Battle of Britain JU88 , Corgi in their arrogance will not do one, the sales of the first two have been low and the others will follow suit.The same with the typhoon ,this won't sell until it's equpped with rockets, Corgi need to start listening, they're not the only kid on the block now.

I don't agree..... As Mark(mhackl) stated previously, Corgi must also produce less popular schemes to help recoup costs.. I am sure the BoB scheme will be in the lineup, as many collectors want this bird also (not just the UK)..
As for the Typhoon, we have only seen Pre-production pieces so it is unknown whether it will have rockets or not..
You are correct in stating that Corgi isn't the only kid on the block, but it is the only kid making a JU-88.. And, I wouldn't look for anyone else to make one anytime soon..

[fileasfog]

But, would nt a BOB JU 88 resemble alot the 2 JU 88 that are coming out with their green camo?
Personnaly I prefer a typhoon without rockets.
And wish corgi would make a Closterman typhoon. Is he not one of the most known typhoon pilot? Of course it is also the only one I know and have read about.

[Shamrock]

Thanks for all your input guys. Ours is a very 'broad church' catering for all tastes and scales from WW1 to modern day. I have the higest esteem for Corgi and I reckon that 2/3 of my collection is of the 'canine' variety. Their willingness to produce models particularly the '4 motors' and biplanes is to be applauded. But getting back to original question I still feel that the 'buy factor' is just not there with this model because as far as I can see there is very little difference between the aircraft. Perhaps when we see the finished version I may have to eat my words! If we look at the pre production snaps of AA36704 on the Russian Front Ju-88, the paint scheme and long range fuel tanks immediately strike you, and hence the 'buy factor'. That is why I have 29 Spitfires! The cost and space factor is also something to be taken into account as the JU-88 costs €108 where I live, which is a good night out for two including a few pints (does not include aspirin). At this stage I feel the Forum has had a positive effect on manufacturers because they seem to be giving us what we want (within reason) and variety is the spice of life.

[SKUNKY]

Originally Posted by Shamrock

At this stage I feel the Forum has had a positive effect on manufacturers because they seem to be giving us what we want (within reason) and variety is the spice of life.

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