[planenutsfrog]

Considering the types, major manufacturers are currently planning, my next priorities would be these :

Mirage III/V (FM's = )
F86D/K
Crusader
Mig 19
Su 30
Ar 234
Ar 196
Do 17/217
Ju 188
Me 410
He 115
A20
Curtis H75
Bearcat
P63
Potez 631/63-11
MS406 (IXO's = !)

[stalag8611]

Originally Posted by flaps

Gotta back this post up, I tried the Easy Models and in my opinion they are crap. I do like the IXO and thanks to them I have quite a few interesting models that look great to me, and when I show em to friends they are always amazed by the heft that IXO's have.

Flaps

Flaps, why are Easy Models "Crap?" Is it because they are lightweight plastic v. zinc, or because they produce inaccurate liveries. I own a few and, where possible, I always judge them against a comparable model done in zinc. Believe it or not, and I suspect you won't believe it, many Easy Model liveries are more accurate and there are a lot fewer Grand Canyon seams on their issues than you find on issues from "top-of-the-line" diecast producers. Think about who produces Easy Models for a minute. Now consider the quality of MRC's plastic kits. Now put the two together. Presto chango, a seamless, very accurate livery, and inexpensive model of a plane that no other manufacturer produces.

I realize that this is a forum for diecast collectors; however, until Corgi, Dragon, Hobby Master, Century Wings, et al, produce an equivalent model, I think calling Easy Model issues "CRAP" is really jumping the shark.
Personally, I'm glad they produce models of WW II aircraft that others don't or won't.

PS What does "heft" have to do with accuracy?

[SKUNKY]

Slightly off topic but I just saw a few of the new Easy Models H-34 helicopters at my LHS the other day and thought they looked fantastic..Quite nicely detailed..If only they would have had the U.S. Marines one, it would be mine now...I don't mind if they're light weight. That'll help keep the shelves from sagging.