Panther West Coaster Photos (1 Viewer)

[jazzeum]

Here are some photos I was sent of the new Figarti Panther shown at the West Coaster this past weekend.

 

[katana]

Nice Panther, thanks for the photos. Did you see the much anticipated Figarti Kingtiger?

 

[jazzeum]

The photos came from Joe (joesgis) so maybe he can answer your questions as I was not there.

 

[tdubel]

Hi, was there, it is a nice looking Panther. On the Kingtiger front, no update nor eta. Unfortunately, basically no news except that it is still on the drawing board, so who knows as to ETA. I have a feeling another manufacturer or two may have one of these out before the Figarti one. Just my opinion.

TD

 

[katana]

I agree TD; by the time Figarti comes out with one either FL, JJD or both will have one out and they will probably be better than what Figarti can do. A sad state of affairs IMO. You can only stay in business just so long with only repaints available.

 

[Poppo]

Definetely, no manufacturer wants to do an early panther version (Kursk).{sm2}

 

[tdubel]

I agree TD; by the time Figarti comes out with one either FL, JJD or both will have one out and they will probably be better than what Figarti can do. A sad state of affairs IMO. You can only stay in business just so long with only repaints available.

Very true,
I also think and I don't know this or have any whatsoever inside information from Andy, but it would not surprise me that K&C doesn't revisit a King Tiger from their earlier versions which were under today's scale. K&C is always looking to improve and with the demand for the King Tiger, I would not at all be surprised to see one from them either in addition to JJD.

TD

 

[joesgis]

Nice Panther, thanks for the photos. Did you see the much anticipated Figarti Kingtiger?

Hi Katana,

The KT was not there, unfortunately. Matt didn't have any news about it either.

Joe

 

[katana]

I agree that it would be in K&C's interest to release a KT. The best KT K&C has done to date is the BBG 016; but for some odd reason it is the same size as the TCS KT's, 1/28 rather than K&C's customary 1/30 scale. K&C has improved its model armor greatly and will have to improve further to compete with the quality of the latest JJD and FL armor IMO. I did a review of competing Jagdpanthers recently on the Forum and the result was; first JJD, second K&C and third TCS based on quality and accuracy. JJD and FL are the quality leaders in 1/30 scale armor IMO and it helps that they are actually a measurable1/30scale!

Very true,
I also think and I don't know this or have any whatsoever inside information from Andy, but it would not surprise me that K&C doesn't revisit a King Tiger from their earlier versions which were under today's scale. K&C is always looking to improve and with the demand for the King Tiger, I would not at all be surprised to see one from them either in addition to JJD.

TD

 

[King & Country]

I agree that it would be in K&C's interest to release a KT. The best KT K&C has done to date is the BBG 016; but for some odd reason it is the same size as the TCS KT's, 1/28 rather than K&C's customary 1/30 scale. K&C has improved its model armor greatly and will have to improve further to compete with the quality of the latest JJD and FL armor IMO. I did a review of competing Jagdpanthers recently on the Forum and the result was; first JJD, second K&C and third TCS based on quality and accuracy. JJD and FL are the quality leaders in 1/30 scale armor IMO and it helps that they are actually a measurable1/30scale!

Hi Guys,
While everyone raises plenty of fascinating points it's worth remembering that there are just as many interesting military vehicles than only the King Tiger...

Now, don't get me wrong the 'KT' is indeed a fascinating and interesting vehicle but so are many others too ...and every company, K&C included, has its own individual 'game plan' about what it will release and when it will release it.

So by all means continue the conversation it's both useful and informative and always worth reading.
Best wishes,
Andy.

 

[katana]

Andy; why was BBG-016 the same size as the TCS Kingtiger? The model was excellent with the production turret and far superior in detail to the earlier WS-067 Porsche turret version. BBG-016 was released over 10 years ago!

 

[Mirof]

Ilyat

 

[Mark IV]

Andy; why was BBG-016 the same size as the TCS Kingtiger? The model was excellent with the production turret and far superior in detail to the earlier WS-067 Porsche turret version. BBG-016 was released over 10 years ago!

After reading this quote I just did a quick check of my K&C KT and the two TCS Kingtigers and whilst the turret size measures similar the TCS is higher and including track cover wide and the gun barrel is bigger so I wouldn't say they are the same size.

Mark

 

[King & Country]

Andy; why was BBG-016 the same size as the TCS Kingtiger? The model was excellent with the production turret and far superior in detail to the earlier WS-067 Porsche turret version. BBG-016 was released over 10 years ago!

Hi Katana,
To be honest I really don't know as I don't own any TCS vehicles...Also 10 years ago is another lifetime in the wonderful world of toy soldiers!
Andy.

 

[katana]

Andy; TCS WWII armor is 1/28 scale and is size compatible with K&C and TG figures. I have the TCS Stug III, Jagdpanther and Kingtiger, all measure 1/28 scale.

 

[King & Country]

Andy; TCS WWII armor is 1/28 scale and is size compatible with K&C and TG figures. I have the TCS Stug III, Jagdpanther and Kingtiger, all measure 1/28 scale.

Well Mr.K,
I am happy for you...Enjoy your collection!
Andy.

 

[katana]

Andy; I really enjoy my K&C pieces too; especially the early Winter Jagdpanther BBG-072! The scale is a precise 1/30 scale. The crew is very well done IMO.

 

[King & Country]

Andy; I really enjoy my K&C pieces too; especially the early Winter Jagdpanther BBG-072! The scale is a precise 1/30 scale. The crew is very well done IMO.

Many thanks Mr. K...Happy to know you like it and it's crew!
Best wishes,
Andy.