[PappyB]

Originally Posted by SKUNKY

GMP does such a nice job detailing these things...I just wish the landing gear didn't look so anorexic..

Yeah, that's the weak link.. but what diecast model is perfect

[mustangdriver]

I just got notice that mine is on it's why from Mark. I can't wait.

[Cardinal]

Looks good, but I'll have to pass on this one given that I have the Corgi 1/32 version and would prefer Duchess Arlene or the Texas Longhorn P40. I have the GMP Cripes A Mighty III which is great but still feel the detailing on the EI Mustangs is better .

As 'showroom' models these are however spectacular pieces of die-cast and are a good match for 1/35 scale MiniChamps armour.

[TopHat]

The dealer called and I'm picking mine up tomorrow!

[Old Crow]

Is BBD the same level of detailing/features as prior models or is this one more detailed than earlier versions?

[admin]

Originally Posted by Old Crow

Is BBD the same level of detailing/features as prior models or is this one more detailed than earlier versions?

As far as I know, they are all the same with the exception of very small things like differing antennas.
I just ordered this one and "Marie" today. I'll have a better perspective when they arrive.

[jim]

Originally Posted by PappyB

Yeah, that's the weak link.. but what diecast model is perfect

Hi Pappy, Well I have just been drooling over the three P40s and they look just perfect to me.

1/35 is an odd scale and would be yet another range to collect (I have the superb 1/48 P40 and Dora).When I first looked at these I thought ,no Jim $145s is just way too much and think of the postage. (no dealers in the UK).

But I keep getting drawn back to the GMP site and having another look at them. All three look so sweet and I cannot pick a favourite. Maybe the Texas one but then / no maybe the ... and so it goes on.

Whats a P40 sort of guy to do? BTW I have the Stud on order.
Maybe I could talk Lorraine into getting one for my birthday? Thats not until August (yup I am a Leo,natural born leader).

Question is can I wait for so long and if not where can I raise the money? How about a whip round the hanger with my collecting hat??? No that would not work theres too many doing that already!!

I already have about $300 of outstanding orders at the moment so patience and fortitude is much required.

At the moment we are mining a rich seam in the diecast releases, just so many coming onto the market all the time whats a chap to do.

I need therapy , problem is Lorraine charges $150 per hour.

[SKUNKY]

Originally Posted by jim

BTW I have the Stud on order.
Maybe I could talk Lorraine into getting one for my birthday?

...ahhhhhhh..one of those guys,eh?.......Like I always say, "Whatever peels your banana, my friend"...

[jim]

Originally Posted by SKUNKY

...ahhhhhhh..one of those guys,eh?.......Like I always say, "Whatever peels your banana, my friend"...

I certainly asked for that one didn't I.

Drat I must be more carefull. Trouble is Lorraine thinks it sounds like a good idea!!! I must stop her looking over my shoulder when I am viewing the Hanger!

More local news just in , A man fell down an open drain today while giving a lecture on health and safety. the fire brigade and ambulance attended. The man was later reported to have broken his ankle. Honestly guys you just can't make this stuff up.

[mustangdriver]

I just did a little bit of studying and BBD had the mast, but no wire. SO GMP is correct. There is a great photo of it parked on a hardstand in the Squadron In Action for the P-51.