Problem of multiple versions not being announced simultaneously (5 Viewers)

[Phantom Warrior]

that look of surprise at a show is only equaled by the comical groan as budgets and planning are thrown to the wind.

Regards
Clive

Isn't that the truth, and more so these past few months. Can't wait to see the "shock and awe" unveiling at Chicago and the new models that mere mortals can buy.

Terry

 

[spartan71]

Enjoy Chicago!! I know it will Be fun. But, Don't Forgot about us. that will not be able to attend. Let us Know please, what is in the pipeline. It will be greatly appeciated!!

 

[Wraith]

P.s. folks
I believe Andy is "deployed" at present we should all wish him the best of luck and stay safe!!

Amen to that. Keep yer head down mate, and keep 'em shiny side up and see you in time for the Summer Show. I suspect you'll be ready for a heavy '12.30 session' by then.
All the best
Simon

 

[OzDigger]

Dear All,

I would like to offer my comments. First of all, I want to apologize to those collectors who won’t buy Figarti products because of our limited releases, and I want to explain why we do things our way. Some of you may recall our M3 Stuart and Tiger tanks, both launched with high production numbers and multiple variants. The result, stock still sitting at dealers’ warehouses as well as our warehouse and sold on ebay at fraction of it original price. Like Steven says, we have our own factory, so we don’t outsource and we are not confined by a minimum number in a production run. At Figarti, we have found that making 100 of a set is the most economical for Figarti given our economy of scale and makes most sense in terms of our brand’s demand in the market. Our products selling out quickly is only a recent occurrence, and Figarti has many products that are available for more than a year. We don’t want our distributors or dealers to have money tied up in stock, so at this moment in our young history, 100 limited editions is the right number. As for the more frequent releases, it’s again taking feedback from the collectors who complained about Figarti showing items and then waiting forever to get them. We are evolving and trying to improve all the time. I appreciate the support and if anyone would like to understand Figarti more, please feel free to contact me.

Rick
RWFigarti

Brad et al, here the figure is now only 100 rather than 160 but Rick may have been refering to 100 in the US market. Again, the number of 100 was apparently arrived at in terms of projected sales rather than any mold issues.

When did the mold problems around 100 arise?

 

[jazzeum]

I'm thinking three or four years ago. Figarti makes, as we know, detailed models and with an increase in sophistication in their manufacturing processes they may have discovered through trial and error that 100 or slightly over is the optimal number.

 

[Phantom Warrior]

Brad et al, here the figure is now only 100 rather than 160 but Rick may have been refering to 100 in the US market. Again, the number of 100 was apparently arrived at in terms of projected sales rather than any mold issues.

When did the mold problems around 100 arise?

I'm thinking three or four years ago. Figarti makes, as we know, detailed models and with an increase in sophistication in their manufacturing processes they may have discovered through trial and error that 100 or slightly over is the optimal number.

Rick has made statements about the mould lasting for about 100 a few years ago at Chicago. When they made the 1:32 Tiger with complete interior several years ago, I think more than 100 were made, but there may have been more than one mould. Despite it being a Tiger and an excellent model, it took a long time to sell. So there is no sure thing as far as sales go.

Terry