Franklin Mint models (1 Viewer)

[damian]

I saw some 1:48 planes by Franklin Mint today. There was a really cool Junker. I know they are not the right scale for K and C but I think they would make a reasonable display. Does anyone know much about them and where I can get hold of them on the internet.
Regards
Damian Clarke

 

[Harrytheheid]

I saw some 1:48 planes by Franklin Mint today. There was a really cool Junker. I know they are not the right scale for K and C but I think they would make a reasonable display. Does anyone know much about them and where I can get hold of them on the internet.
Regards
Damian Clarke

Try the Bad Cat Toys website
Cheers
H

 

[Crossroads]

We carry the Franklin Mint Aircraft as well. The aircraft are in 1:48 scale for all aircraft from fighters to bombers. That makes the B-17 mighty impressive with a wingspan of about 23-24".

The Franklin Mint has reduced the price considerably on some of the older models so there are some deals to be had now as well. I think the sale prices are good through the first couple of weeks of January.

They also have tanks and vehicles in 1:24 scale as well. They currently offer 3 versions of the Abrams and Sherman and two of the Humvee.

Thanks
Ronnie
www.crossroadsdiecast.com

 

[uksubs]

I saw some 1:48 planes by Franklin Mint today. There was a really cool Junker. I know they are not the right scale for K and C but I think they would make a reasonable display. Does anyone know much about them and where I can get hold of them on the internet.
Regards
Damian Clarke

The FM Me 262 are worth buying , i've got four of them so far , but the P51D are not great as the under carriage is wrong
Hobbymaster have made a nice Spitfire XIVE & Carousel make Very nice Fw 190D

 

[OzDigger]

I saw some 1:48 planes by Franklin Mint today. There was a really cool Junker. I know they are not the right scale for K and C but I think they would make a reasonable display. Does anyone know much about them and where I can get hold of them on the internet.
Regards
Damian Clarke

I have a dozen or so Franklin Mint aircraft models including Rudel's Ju-87 Stuka, and they do give you plenty of diecast bang for your buck. However their larger aircraft such as the WWII bombers and transports, including their Ju-52 are a bit big for my display area.

These models suit the average diecast model aircraft collector but often have inaccuracies that put off more pedantic collectors. I also collect 1/50 diecast military figures and vehicles and have displayed them with the aircraft on occassions but the planes do look overly large in comparison.

Btw these models were previously made by a company called "Armour" which Franklin Mint took over, so it's wise to check online for the Armour brand as well as Franklin Mint.

 

[damian]

Thanks guys for all those tips. It is much appreciated.
Damian