A Quick Fifteen Minutes with Andy--- Yoiur Questions Answered (1 Viewer)

[Mitch]

two tigers and, the nebelwerfers are the stand outs for me. Thanks for enquiring about them
Mitch

 

[waynepoo]

I agree Jack, Andy has often said that he feels he has the best job in the world and as a result his enthusiasm is obvious to see to anyone talking about the subject. His patience must be also be inexhaustible as he must answer thousands of questions and requests every year. Re the Japanese figures , I could never understand why our American friends didn't lap this range up in bucket loads, I'd have thought the Marines and their foes would be a huge seller over there due to their justifiable pride in the Marines, perhaps the baptism of fire they went through and the horrors of fighting the Japenese was still to raw a subject.

Rob

Andy put that very question this way ....Hands up those of you who prefered Band of Brothers to the Pacific, almost all of us put our hands up......
Wayne.

 

[Rob]

Rob

Shows why I should never open a business. I would have bet the house on the Marine figures being huge sellers. I wonder if the issue is that the Japanese figures do not appeal, so therfore you do not buy their adversaries.

Jack

Yes that could well be it Jack.

Andy put that very question this way ....Hands up those of you who prefered Band of Brothers to the Pacific, almost all of us put our hands up......
Wayne.

Nice one Wayne, and that is probably true in general I'd say, nothing wrong with the Pacific series as a whole, but Band Of Brothers is a classic.:salute::

Rob

 

[The Military Workshop]

Rob, there were if I recall six or seven LH and some other what Andy called Middle east figures , I can't remember again six or seven of them as well. As to when they will be released I don't know
and that doesn't mean that there were any secert handshakes or such he just didn't say. Forgive me but I don't really want to steal Howard thunder and they will speak for themselves when you seen them. He should have had a nap by now...:wink2:
Wayne.

If I remember correctly 2 mounted Lighthorse (both I predict will be very popular), 5 on foot, 3 mounted Camel Corps and 6 British Infantry.

 

[Rob]

If I remember correctly 2 mounted Lighthorse (both I predict will be very popular), 5 on foot, 3 mounted Camel Corps and 6 British Infantry.

Thanks Brett, I look forward very much to seeing the Brit infantry and the new LH.

Regards

Rob

 

[The Military Workshop]

It just won't be the same 'ye old toy shop' if you could actually swing a cat in there.......:wink2:
Wayne.

For those not familiar with my shop it is called 'atmosphere" and sometimes I discover some good items in the boxes concerned. Plus the locals seem to enjoy kicking Obee and Howard's shipments as they await their trip to the post office^&grin.

As forum members may have noted there was a table of trouble makers and hecklers. One can only imagine how some of them would have behaved if their partners were not there{sm4}.

Seriously though, thanks to the forum members and forum readers that came. Thanks to Jack for helping make sure the powerpoint presentation worked (photos will come soon for the forum).

A good time was had by all.

Regards
Brett
PS Just a teaser but I recall a special photo taken for Wayne WA (and no it does not involve a Stuka {sm4}).

 

[Phantom Warrior]

You guys got a lot of info from Andy. It must have been the big cobbers in the back of the photo that intimidated him. ^&grin

Terry

 

[wayne556517]

For those not familiar with my shop it is called 'atmosphere" and sometimes I discover some good items in the boxes concerned. Plus the locals seem to enjoy kicking Obee and Howard's shipments as they await their trip to the post office^&grin.

As forum members may have noted there was a table of trouble makers and hecklers. One can only imagine how some of them would have behaved if their partners were not there{sm4}.

Seriously though, thanks to the forum members and forum readers that came. Thanks to Jack for helping make sure the powerpoint presentation worked (photos will come soon for the forum).

A good time was had by all.

Regards
Brett
PS Just a teaser but I recall a special photo taken for Wayne WA (and no it does not involve a Stuka {sm4}).

Does it involve a Corona ???

 

[wayne556517]

You guys got a lot of info from Andy. It must have been the big cobbers in the back of the photo that intimidated him. ^&grin

Terry

Terry mate there average size for a Aussie..................^&grin

 

[The Military Workshop]

Does it involve a Corona ???

Now that is a technical question but pretty sure it was a similiar kind of liquid.

 

[The Military Workshop]

Terry mate there average size for a Aussie..................^&grin

Wayne,
In the case of Phil and myself I have to confess we are actually on chairs. Note you can actually see Jack's foot. Chris McKenna is a big unit and never going to be a scrum half.
However if you come over you might lower the age average{sm4}.
Regards
Brett

 

[OzDigger]

Wayne,
In the case of Phil and myself I have to confess we are actually on chairs. Note you can actually see Jack's foot. Chris McKenna is a big unit and never going to be a scrum half.
However if you come over you might lower the age average{sm4}.
Regards
Brett

That isn't Jack's foot it's mine, and it was very mean of you guys to push me off my chair {sm2}

 

[Bayern]

What an excellent amount of information you gents got from Andy. How on earth did you do it...was it J. Walker red or black!!!....I got it...you broke out the Crown Royal!!!! Whatever you did you did it right and sure tickled my fancy. {bravo}}

Anyway here are the items I am excited about and will buy!!!!


American Paras 2013. YES!!!!

Two new Tigers. YES!!!!

French 1914, Arty and Cavalry ---- A spare spot in the release schedule to be found for French WW1 Cavalry. YES!!!! TOP 2

African American Troops, Tuskegee Airmen, WW2 African Americans, Yes Watch this space. YES!!!!

WW1 Trucks/Cars ---- Seriously looking at several options but for 2013. YES!!!!

Naps update ---- Lookout for French and British Cavalry late 2012 and early 2013. YES!!!! TOP 1

Wild West come to Chicago Show and see. ACW 2013. YES!!!!


Thanks and look forward to pictures,

Ludwig

 

[Rob]

What an excellent amount of information you gents got from Andy. How on earth did you do it...was it J. Walker red or black!!!....I got it...you broke out the Crown Royal!!!! Whatever you did you did it right and sure tickled my fancy. {bravo}}

Anyway here are the items I am excited about and will buy!!!!


American Paras 2013. YES!!!!

Two new Tigers. YES!!!!

French 1914, Arty and Cavalry ---- A spare spot in the release schedule to be found for French WW1 Cavalry. YES!!!! TOP 2

African American Troops, Tuskegee Airmen, WW2 African Americans, Yes Watch this space. YES!!!!

WW1 Trucks/Cars ---- Seriously looking at several options but for 2013. YES!!!!

Naps update ---- Lookout for French and British Cavalry late 2012 and early 2013. YES!!!! TOP 1

Wild West come to Chicago Show and see. ACW 2013. YES!!!!


Thanks and look forward to pictures,

Ludwig

Ludwig, good time to be collecting D day !^&cool

These may finally be my first Naps{bravo}}

Rob

 

[Bayern]

Ludwig, good time to be collecting D day !^&cool

These may finally be my first Naps{bravo}}

Rob

No doubt Rob. As stated I have the Dealer landing craft and five DDay soldiers thus far. I have the sand bag Patton Tank that was actually a strictly limited bulge piece I think. I am hooked!!!!! I have been looking all around and these retired ones are scarce as jobs these days!! I shall buy all Paras.

I shall be on the hunt as I just love the seek and find part of it!!! It is like buried treasure I think you say!??

Now back to the British Cavalry in the Napoleonic period. I honestly think the line stagnated a bit as there is just such an abundance of French/ allies cavalry and foot soldiers and not enough Brit/allies to make a great display. At least it did for me. So BRING IT ON!!!! NOW I CANA NOT WAIT TILL XMAS ANDY!!! SHOW PROTO TYPES...MAKE THESE GUYS TO PROTECT MY HIGHLANDERS AND COLDSTEAM"S IN THEIR FIRING SQUARES MAN!!!!!!!!!!!!

Now I will let out a little secret. I have had a cool thousand Americano denero set aside to buy some certain soldiers. But I had to be sure the line would go on. As stated the ACW will have a release next year so I am going to attack them!!!!! They are coming to me by the wee little post person!!!!!Stay tuned for a diorama in the near future...

Put your two cents in on what Regiment you would like to see in my thread mate. If these are your first Naps then you will need to pick up the ROYAL SCOTS GREYS...I cannot believe you do not have them....Just look at them mate!!! See how my Greys are being overwhelmed by the French Dragoons and Curassiers???? THEY NEED HELP...!!!!!!

Thanks,

Ludwig

 

[lancer]

Howard, thank you for asking my question about the WW1 1914 French and the answer in the affirmative for the cavalry. Much appreciated. -- Al

 

[Cyber Field Marshall]

Gentlemen,
I have just flown home from two great fanciful days in Brisbane. More to follow on the K&C Dinner report later. But as posted in another thread, here are the answers to your questions asked.

Rob. Paras, Brits or American, Normandy ---- American Paras 2013, No Brits in the pipeline. {bravo}} Good news bad news really, looking forward to U.S. Paras......disappointed the boys at Arnhem will have to hold out at the bridge even longer! {eek3}

Wayne. Grey 88, Tiger, Kett, Opel ---- Two new Tigers coming but won't spoil the surprise, Opel a possiblity in 2013. No plans on the other two at this stage. Always look forward to a Tiger whatever the breed!

Panzer Ace. Stuka.---- The first colour mock up very impressive. Ultimate cost and difficulties in shipping such a big bird causing problems. Will this bird ever get off the ground? If they can ship huge wooden warbirds I can't understand why a smaller Stuka would be so difficult.

UKsubs. Me262 Night fighter or FW152 ---- No intentions, but four other great aircraft in the pipeline at the moment, late 2012 and 2013 {bravo}} Exciting, very much looking forward to future releases here.
Simmo. Fighting Japs ---- IWJ series discontinued, no requirement for Japanese soldiers. Can't say I'm surprised but some updated Japanese would have been nice for my collection.....and some U.S.M.C.
Mitch. Nebelwefers ---- Probably 2013 Good news, definitely a must have, I will patiently await its arrival. ^&cool

Vididgraphx. African American Troops, Tuskegee Airmen, ACW 54th Regt. ---- 54th Regt, No, WW2 African Americans, Yes Watch this space. Outstanding, the thought of a Tuskegee P-51 Red Tail and ground crew would be a must have for me. {bravo}} {bravo}}

Bombon. Russian AFVs, Trucks ---- Yes, a Russian release late 2012 and more planned for 2013. Excellent, nice to see this series expanding after being dormant for so long. Lots of interesting possiblilities here.
Villagehorse. WW1 Trucks/Cars ---- Seriously looking at several options but for 2013. Should be very interesting.

Marco55. FIW ---- John Jenkins doing a fabulous job, so no requirement. Very telling, John makes excellent warbirds for sure. I hope this answered everyone questions. Cheers Howard

Thanks for all the updates Howard, its most appreciated. Always nice to see some of the future direction of K&C. {bravo}}

 

[uksubs]

Thank for the update Howard {bravo}}

 

[jazzeum]

I see you had an ex-pat interloper from New Zealand. Did he raise his shirt and show you the Sherman tank tattoed on his back? It's quite the sight!

 

[Northgate Woods]

I see you had an ex-pat interloper from New Zealand. Did he raise his shirt and show you the Sherman tank tattoed on his back? It's quite the sight!

Brad mate,
He did, much to the excitement of many of the ladies present. Ladies were taking plenty of photos.

Gentlemen,
My apologizes for not putting up the K&C Dinner report yet. I have just arisen from eleven hours sound sleep. I must be getting old. Plane trips, beer, Jim Beam and talking TS to early hours of the morning must have taken its toll. ^&grin Starting to download report from my tape recorder now and also photos from my camera.

Cheers Howard

PS I kept dreaming all night about a beautiful Chinese Junk.