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[Combat]

There is an upcoming Sopwith Camel book from Osprey that looks interesting: http://www.ospreypublishing.com/store/Sopwith-Camel_9781780961767

 

[lancer]

There is an upcoming Sopwith Camel book from Osprey that looks interesting: http://www.ospreypublishing.com/store/Sopwith-Camel_9781780961767

Thanks. Hadn't heard about the book or the new series it is part of. -- Al

 

[lancer]

The November releases are a good one for WW1 aviation enthusiasts. Most impressed by the choice of Barker's Camel. Not so much that Barker would be chosen, after all he is Canadian and one of the war's great aces, and not that his B6313 would be chosen, as it is his most famous aircraft and the Camel which had the highest number of kills per airframe. I am impressed because of the color scheme chosen, which is his earlier, less well known scheme and markings, not the version when he was CO of 139 Squadron with the red heart on the tail. It is a subtle expression of research and detail by JJD. Well done. I also really like the British ground crew release and the Nungesser figure that goes with the earlier Nieuport model. Also can't wait to get my hands on the new German hanger. Great releases. -- Al

 

[lancer]

The November releases are a good one for WW1 aviation enthusiasts. Most impressed by the choice of Barker's Camel. Not so much that Barker would be chosen, after all he is Canadian and one of the war's great aces, and not that his B6313 would be chosen, as it is his most famous aircraft and the Camel which had the highest number of kills per airframe. I am impressed because of the color scheme chosen, which is his earlier, less well known scheme and markings, not the version when he was CO of 139 Squadron with the red heart on the tail. It is a subtle expression of research and detail by JJD. Well done. I also really like the British ground crew release and the Nungesser figure that goes with the earlier Nieuport model. Also can't wait to get my hands on the new German hanger. Great releases. -- Al

Just as a matter of interest regarding the time line in the developement of JJD's aircraft, when I had dinner with John at Matthew's house last November, John said he was going to do Barker's Camel. So it takes a year to get an aircraft into the production schedule and produced. And this for an aircraft that has already been produced, although in different colors and markings. It is a long process. He has mentioned the Udet tripe on a couple of occasions over the last several months, so it wouldn't surprise me to see that show up sometime in the future. -- Al

 

[Terp152]

Just as a matter of interest regarding the time line in the developement of JJD's aircraft, when I had dinner with John at Matthew's house last November, John said he was going to do Barker's Camel. So it takes a year to get an aircraft into the production schedule and produced. And this for an aircraft that has already been produced, although in different colors and markings. It is a long process. He has mentioned the Udet tripe on a couple of occasions over the last several months, so it wouldn't surprise me to see that show up sometime in the future. -- Al

Hi Al, the new Camel looks very good, wish I had more shelf space! Saving a couple of spots for the Udet tripe and at least one Spad. :smile2: Chris

 

[Jamo]

I got my German hangar today and it is impressive. Very good painting and weathering and gret value at 80GBP. Will try to post some pictures at the weekend.....

 

[Napoleon1er]

Has anyone purchased Crown's new full hanger? I can't wait to see some pictures!

 

[Jamo]

Here's my hangar. Sorry about the K&C pieces, but that's what I collect. Couldn't resist this piece though - well designed, great sculpting, painting and weathering.....

 

[whdamon]

Looking for help---Knights of the Sky

Slow day so I am changing one of my displays around...in the storage barracks go the British, standards bearers, drumers and pipers, and out comes the WWI German airfield display. As I look at it, something is missing......A FLAG!!!! Anyone have an image of what kind of flag or banner would be flying over a German air drome in WWI??? My internet searches are coming up blank. Any image assistance greatly appreciated

Thanks Walt Damon

 

[waynepoo]

Re: Looking for help---Knights of the Sky

Slow day so I am changing one of my displays around...in the storage barracks go the British, standards bearers, drumers and pipers, and out comes the WWI German airfield display. As I look at it, something is missing......A FLAG!!!! Anyone have an image of what kind of flag or banner would be flying over a German air drome in WWI??? My internet searches are coming up blank. Any image assistance greatly appreciated

Thanks Walt Damon

The DEUTSCHE LUFTREITKRAFTE was part of the Imperial German Army and therefore flew the Imperial German flag.
Wayne.

 

[whdamon]

Thanks Wayne....I will have this on my painting bench shortly (will actually paint over a blank I have of an old Marx playset flag...them seem to look good as a symbolic representation (IE: not to scale) lurking in the background of a display)

Walt Damon

 

[Doughboy]

Just got my first John Jenkins WW1 airplane today! The Red Baron's triplane! So excited!

 

[lancer]

Just got my first John Jenkins WW1 airplane today! The Red Baron's triplane! So excited!

Congratulations. A fine choice. Start with the most famous pilot and aircraft of them all. {bravo}} --Al

 

[blue max]

Has anyone purchased Crown's new full hanger? I can't wait to see some pictures!

I purchased the hanger at the Chicago Show. I saw this item and just had to have it. Haven't set it up yet space a big problem. but I think it goes great with JJD planes. Ron

 

[Cyber Field Marshall]

Just got my first John Jenkins WW1 airplane today! The Red Baron's triplane! So excited!

Congratulations. A fine choice. Start with the most famous pilot and aircraft of them all. {bravo}} --Al

I think the Red Baron is what I'll be purchasing first as well. I'm not a big WWI collector but I need a sample so the Red Baron is the most obvious choice to me. On the other side I'm having a lot of trouble deciding what Allied plane to pick up. So many great Canadian aces. Any thoughts on how to decide if one plane on the Allied side is all you are going to get.

 

[lancer]

I think the Red Baron is what I'll be purchasing first as well. I'm not a big WWI collector but I need a sample so the Red Baron is the most obvious choice to me. On the other side I'm having a lot of trouble deciding what Allied plane to pick up. So many great Canadian aces. Any thoughts on how to decide if one plane on the Allied side is all you are going to get.

That's a tough question. Pick your Ally, pick your plane/pilot. I am guessing you would want a Canadian? JJD's selections have been the best for a Canadian, in terms of choice. Bishop, the top scoring Allied ace of the war; Brown, who is credited with shooting down the Red Baron; MacLaren and Barker, amongst the best of WW1 aces. Tough choice. Iconic pilots, iconic planes. Camel or Nieuport? Camels are credited with the most air-to-air victories of any aircraft flown in the war by the Allies. The Bishop Nieuport, on the other hand, is a colorful alternative to the drab Camels, and it is the airplane in which he won his VC. My personel choice would be the Bishop Nieuport but I love them all. Whatever you choose, Canadian or not, it will be a superb model. If you are going to choose just one to display with the Red Baron's Fokker, then possibly the Sopwith Camel of Roy Brown would be appropriate as their destiny was intertwined. Tough to argue with a fame that has lasted for so long. Have fun with the choice.:smile2: -- Al

 

[Isandlwana]

That's a tough question. Pick your Ally, pick your plane/pilot. I am guessing you would want a Canadian? JJD's selections have been the best for a Canadian, in terms of choice. Bishop, the top scoring Allied ace of the war; Brown, who is credited with shooting down the Red Baron; MacLaren and Barker, amongst the best of WW1 aces. Tough choice. Iconic pilots, iconic planes. Camel or Nieuport? Camels are credited with the most air-to-air victories of any aircraft flown in the war by the Allies. The Bishop Nieuport, on the other hand, is a colorful alternative to the drab Camels, and it is the airplane in which he won his VC. My personel choice would be the Bishop Nieuport but I love them all. Whatever you choose, Canadian or not, it will be a superb model. If you are going to choose just one to display with the Red Baron's Fokker, then possibly the Sopwith Camel of Roy Brown would be appropriate as their destiny was intertwined. Tough to argue with a fame that has lasted for so long. Have fun with the choice.:smile2: -- Al

I bought the S.E.5a and it is one of the most beautiful pieces in my entire TS collection and is a "keeper". It will never leave my collection......well...... unless a burglar with a discerning eye and no little taste decides to visit.

 

[lancer]

I bought the S.E.5a and it is one of the most beautiful pieces in my entire TS collection and is a "keeper". It will never leave my collection......well...... unless a burglar with a discerning eye and no little taste decides to visit.

Agree. The Se-5 is, IMO, the best JJD model yet. Everything from the basic detail, the wiring, the paint/markings, and especially the ripple in the fuselage fabric is just superb. Mannock is a great choice. Now I would like to see a McCudden version.:wink2:^&cool -- Al

 

[lancer]

The long awaited Udet tripe has made it's appearence and it is a beauty. First heard about this version last November and have been eagerly waiting for it, so on the must have list it goes. From what I can tell from the photos, it looks to be every bit as good in detail as all JJD aircraft have been. The paint job is not an easy one to replicate but John seems to have nailed it very well. Such details as the all-black cowling, half/half wheel colors, stripe beginnings and endings, and cross locations all look to be spot on. It will make a fine addition to my triplane Jasta. -- Al

 

[Terp152]

The long awaited Udet tripe has made it's appearence and it is a beauty. First heard about this version last November and have been eagerly waiting for it, so on the must have list it goes. From what I can tell from the photos, it looks to be every bit as good in detail as all JJD aircraft have been. The paint job is not an easy one to replicate but John seems to have nailed it very well. Such details as the all-black cowling, half/half wheel colors, stripe beginnings and endings, and cross locations all look to be spot on. It will make a fine addition to my triplane Jasta. -- Al

Now my dilemma is do I get the Udet Tripe or KC's P-40 AVG? Both appear to be coming out next month and both are on my "must have" list.:rolleyes2: One for Dec and one for Jan I guess. :smile2: Chris