[b-huj]

IT's been a while since we saw those pictures, I know this may be just plain whisful thinking, but the guys at Witty do need to fix some things on that mould, AT LEAST get rid of the tailfin extensions for flare decoys that really aren't just there.

[flyXwire]

Originally Posted by b-huj

IT's been a while since we saw those pictures, I know this may be just plain whisful thinking, but the guys at Witty do need to fix some things on that mould, AT LEAST get rid of the tailfin extensions for flare decoys that really aren't just there.

It's really sad to see Witty's latest efforts have been falling by the wayside, and I'm not going to elaborate on those things which are pretty much self-evident and apparent with their latest molds. It is as if Witty no longer cares about quality and accuracy of their models...wether be it props or jets! If this continues I doubt they'll still be in the game for a long time. Sorry, I just had to rant...

[flaps]

I like my Wittys, most are less money than other companies offerings if they even exist and some are very accurate and well done, some are not perfect but too most people are a good representation of the plane they are trying to be. Sure the gear is fixed, but it is strong compared to the non fixed models, those all have issues unless you want to glue it in and then you have FIXED GEAR again ????

Some of the Best by Witty are Sea Furys, F-15's, Spitfire's, F-16's.

And the Mig-29, will be the best out there for the money, until Corgis is released, which of course will be almost double the price anyway.

People love to bitch and complain and while it is a shame they dont take care of the little issues that dont require tons of money to fix, I still like there product and I understand that this hobby is a barely profitable one since the collector base is so small. So I for one hope they continue to exist, they are bound to release some cool planes in the future. I even have one of the P-38's and for substantially less than Corgi I like just fine. But then I am not a rivet counter either.

Go Witty Go

Flaps

[flyXwire]

Please don't miss-interprit what I just said.I never meant to suggest that Witty should become extinct simply because their most recent releases - i.e. F-104 and MiG-29 looked like it wasn't researched properly. I am simply offering my own observations and opinions on the matter. I don't usually bitch or complain about something unless it is a legitimate concern, and in this case, Witty's MiG-29UB mold does need to corrected as per b-huj's suggestion. I couldn't agree more with his assessment.

I own several Wittys myself: 2 JASDF 50th Anniversary F-15s, 2 Israeli AF F-16s, Su-27 Flanker, RCAF Sea Fury, Grey Nurse Spitfire and a P-38 Green Dragon. I like 'em ALL! I just wished they would pay close attention to the little details and suggestions and be more receptive to our inputs and feedbacks. In the long run, we will all benefit from it.

[flaps]

Point well taken.

Hey does anyone have any info on how there F-14's are. Overall,. I am not looking for nitpicking, but I can get them for around $28.00 each and dont have any yet. Seems to be the best deal out there on this aircraft in 1/72.

Flaps

[Louie]

I have seen them and I think for the money they are the best deal in town. They come in multiple liveries and have the improved canopy design. Witty is really trying. I love my Witty F-15 and sold off my Gaincorp because I thought Witty's offering blew Gaincorps away. Mine is also a Japanese one. I also have the Israeli F-16 and it is the only F-16 I think I will ever need. It is that good. I prefer my moderns gear down so the gear thingy is no set back. My thing is when a manufacturer listens and makes improvements. Dragon has so much to learn in that department. If you really want the best for less go for Witty. If you want the very best I suggest Century. I own F-14's from Dragon,Witty, FOV, and Century to substantiate my opinion.

[b-huj]

Originally Posted by flyXwire

It's really sad to see Witty's latest efforts have been falling by the wayside, and I'm not going to elaborate on those things which are pretty much self-evident and apparent with their latest molds. It is as if Witty no longer cares about quality and accuracy of their models...wether be it props or jets! If this continues I doubt they'll still be in the game for a long time. Sorry, I just had to rant...

I am with you fxw...objectively speaking, the models they've been releasing are very far from the first F-15 they produced not too long ago, the ammount of details put into the moulds cannot compare, and the paint jobs are very poor compared to most new models out there (even though nobody is perfect after all). I really want the MiG-29, so a good job in terms of mould and paint will be greatly appreciated (I don't think I can wait for the almost certainly overpriced Corgis!

[Celtic]

Seeing the two MiG-29's listed on the Witty web page, it does appear they retained the extensions on the fins. Since this is an obvious error, it seems strange to collectors that they did this. However, I don't think Witty is catering to collectors, but rather to mass retailers, where mistaken fin extensions just aren't important. (Did Witty ever correct the pilot location in their Spits?) I have 18 Witty's, all props, and enjoy them all (except for the troll-like pilots), but just can't believe the company is trying to compete with the likes of HM, Corgi, or Gemini. Apparently they have their own marketing strategy, and it seems to be working, since they don't seem to have any problem turning out (and selling) huge numbers of models.

[PappyB]

Originally Posted by flaps

Point well taken.

Hey does anyone have any info on how there F-14's are. Overall,. I am not looking for nitpicking, but I can get them for around $28.00 each and dont have any yet. Seems to be the best deal out there on this aircraft in 1/72.

Flaps

I'd say this depends on how much of a stickler you are for accuracy. Myself, I prefer Dragon's Cats over Witty's and you can get them for similar prices to what you mention above on ebay quite frequently. I don't know much at all about the correct differences between various Cat variants so all the "obvious" errors are easy for me to overlook -- ignorance is bliss, afterall. My only real beef with Witty's Cats is how crammed the pilot is -- his face is practically hitting the HUD... it looks a bit silly. Then again, Dragon's don't come with pilots...

That said, if all you really want is a representation of this jet in your collection, I think Witty and Dragon's efforts have a place in your collection -- just go with the best deal. If you prize accuracy and know a A model from a B... then you are probably best served saving your $ for CW. Many like FOV's, too, but I can't stomach the heavy wash on the panel lines myself -- and how deep the panels lines are.

I have Cats from Witty, Dragon, Revell, and CW and they all look good on the shelf -- it's only when you take the time to really look at 'em close up that the CW models really stand out IMHO.

[skidmarksdiecast]

Just received the Witty MiG 29UBs and guess what....they DO NOT have the chaffe/flare dispensers. My review: "I like it!" Below are some pics...