Tiger I late version (2 Viewers)

Brad,

Thanks. Answers to your questions:

1) the tanks in the photo are basics, with crew (a few of them)

2) The numbers we have up to now are 0 1 2 3, basically because we have pictures of the Tigers with those numbers. We have photographs of tanks with numbers, we have the list of numbers used for each regiment but not image proff of all. You can also have your own image with a Tiger with different numbers. And you can choose the numbers that you want if you don't care for such historical accuracy. As long as you are aware of it, it's your choice. It wouldn't be the first tank with numbers that didn't exist.
3) the basic tank has weathering. If you want it straight from the factory you have to let us know. But it has a very slight battle damage. If you want some more noticeable you'll have to tell.

4) We estimate 2 weeks approximately.

5) We will try to illustrate the best we can the tank you are choosing. With time we'll have sample of all possible colours and markings. but at the beginning we'll have to show a drawing or digital scheme.

6) We don't know what's coming next after the Tiger already. We are focusing on this model now, and on the early version after this. As you know, we'll eventually try to cover everything, but we'll need time.

Thanks, Brad,

Ana
 
Thanks Ana. You answered my questions, except one (and I think you may have already answered this), when can we put in an order? I assume this will have to wait until January (not that far away) when the new site is operational.

Before I forget, Felices Pascua y Feliz Ano Nuevo a tu y tu familia y a toda a Beau Geste y Honour Bound.
 
Gracias, Brad :)

You can put your order whenever you want. We won't wait until the website is ready. I wouldn't like collectors and our people sitting and waiting for the webdesigners to finish their work. We'd be loosing almost a month and, as we are only making tanks upon order, we would be delaying delivery up to the end of January. I already began receiving orders. We'll manage through email at the beginning, with enough exchange until we have a clear idea of what the collector wants.

Tanks will be made and shipped in the strict order of order reception. You can contact your usual dealer, or myself (anad@honourbound.com) letting me know if you have a dealer and who's he, or even contact Shannon at Treefrog Treasures since we'll be in touch, and she will charge the credit cards orders as she has been doing until now since we still can't.

Thanks,

:)Ana
 
maddadicus said:
As beautiful as these might be, I can buy 3 K/C or Figarti pieces for this price...I can no longer purchase from HB any longer...Lets see how many well to do collectors ,you can entice, with this gimmick...Heck, you folks have not even been around long enough to see if there is even an future appreciation for your products....Michael
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Well said, I agree 100%. I wanted one of these tanks and I knew they would be a little more than the previous releases but the price quoted is way too much for a single vehicle that this collector is going to spend for one tank. I rather have 2-3 vehicles for the same amount of cash. K&C products appreciate well in their value and lets face it, they have the name, product history, and gorgeous figures and vehicles for less $$, and every collector regardless of income level wants a good deal. So for me I will have to say farewell to HB and I hope this "gimmick" as it was stated before doesnt cost HB their business in the future.
 
I think it's a little unfair to call this a "gimmick" and I hope this doesn't turn into a big debate but these may be the best tanks we've ever seen. I don't hear too many complaints about the Russian stuff and they're not cheap. These are not for everyone, just as the Warbirds aren't. I'm not sure I'm going to get one but I wanted to get as much info as possible and in my view I don't think it's right to call this a "gimmick."
 
I think that we should give the folks at HB an honest opportunity to prove out their new production and sales method. I think that considering the cost of everything else, the price may be more than some are willing to pay, it is reasonable. I am still researching the tank I will be ordering. I will contact George at MM when I am ready.
 
jazzeum said:
I think it's a little unfair to call this a "gimmick" and I hope this doesn't turn into a big debate but these may be the best tanks we've ever seen. I don't hear too many complaints about the Russian stuff and they're not cheap. These are not for everyone, just as the Warbirds aren't. I'm not sure I'm going to get one but I wanted to get as much info as possible and in my view I don't think it's right to call this a "gimmick."
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Call it what you will, the special features offered ,do not justify such a price tag. We are talking a choice of decal, camo, hatches opened or closed for over a $100 dollars plus the list for their excellent Sherman...Michael
 
350.00 ! That killed it for me. I can see why they cost that much. I love HB's vehicles and I have a few of them, but that's way more then I'm willing to spend on one new piece.
 
Guys,

I feel I need to clarify something before going on. The new Tiger is not the same quality than our usual Shermans and Panthers. The sculpture was re-designed to be extra detailed and to produce a better product than our usual quality. Our idea is to offer an outstanding miniature, raising our standards even more, and giving the collector the possibility of designing the tank he will buy.

I'm sorry that we can't give you the old standards at the old price. We weren't able to do that any more. That's history now. I'm sorry too that only fewer collectors will be able to have a special Tiger. That wouldn't have been our option if we'd had the choice. But unfortunately there wasn't.

Thanks to all of you who have placed your order already! I'm impressed, that was fast :):):)

Ana
 
Hi Anna,

I applaud at HB's idea to make customized models, but without the website, or samples, i will be quite reluctant.

As the pricing is steep, i want my tank to be as to my taste as possible and need to see the pics before deciding. And i'm more into Waffen SS units, so a big concern, is whether these units emblems will be available, and more importantly, whether the figures will be accurate.

A case in point is the winter tiger - Though it can be customized to have an SS unit logo, for eg SS Wiking, will the figures be the same as depicted in the photos (all 3 figures in the winter tiger photos are wearing panzer whermacht headgear) Or can HB customized the figures itself to depict SS Panzer units?

Another question, with HB pursuing a new direction with the customization, will it also have new Panthers and Jagdpanthers in line? The reason i did not pick up the ones HB are offering now is because i was hoping you will redo them and add the insane details like this Late Tiger.
 
Ana-
Congrats. The Tigers look superior to anything I have ever seen from any manufacturer - really stunning. My only suggestion might be to post pictures of the individual versions as they are produced so everyone does not have to recreate the research. Again well very done. Looking forward to a Tunisian Tiger with the proper markings.;)
 
Are you able to buy the tanks minus the crew ?
And is the lettering on these painted on or is it transfers
 
Combat said:
Ana-
Congrats. The Tigers look superior to anything I have ever seen from any manufacturer - really stunning. My only suggestion might be to post pictures of the individual versions as they are produced so everyone does not have to recreate the research. Again well very done. Looking forward to a Tunisian Tiger with the proper markings.;)
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Brilliant idea,it would be a photo album of possible versions,would be a big help to future customers.

Rob
 
While the Tiger looks fantastic, I'm, unfortunately going to have to pass. When extras are added on, it could approach $400. From my perspective (and only mine) that's getting to Warbird territory, which I would rather have. Also (and this is only my opinion), money I spend on non K & C products, especially an expensive item like this, is that much less I have to spend on K & C items.
 
Alexdakar said:
Hopefully Honour Bound didn't open a can of worms with this customization approach. :)
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In my opinion, they certainly did Alexdaker.
I sense that a lot of collectors assumed they'd only have to pay, say, US$50 more for a tank customised to their personal specifications and now we're seeing something of a backlash. So maybe all the brickbats flung at K&C for their successful business model can be seen for what they really are....No? :rolleyes::rolleyes:
I discussed this customisation approach with a high-profile figure in the industry a couple of months back. At that time, I predicted that the cost of a customised tank from HB would be in the region of US$500.
Looks to me that I wasn't that far out at US$350 for a basic tank and then who knows how much more for the figures and all the other add-on's.
If someone wants one of these admittedly beautiful model replicas, then by all means go ahead and buy one - its not my business what people spend their own money on. But I do recall mentioning in an earlier post in this thread that I reckoned the price would be approaching that for a Warbird.
Cheers
H
 
jazzeum said:
While the Tiger looks fantastic, I'm, unfortunately going to have to pass. When extras are added on, it could approach $400. From my perspective (and only mine) that's getting to Warbird territory, which I would rather have. Also (and this is only my opinion), money I spend on non K & C products, especially an expensive item like this, is that much less I have to spend on K & C items.
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EXACTLY!!! For $199.00 you can purchase a strictly limited K&C Tiger which people are already raving about its beauty and detail. Since every Tiger by K&C has appreciated in value, this Tiger will be no different, I dont have a Tiger in my collection as of yet and I want my first one to be special. I rather invest most of my toy soldier funds in K&C, I do sprinkle my collection with other manufacturers but spending a big lump of cash for one tank, no can do, I would first go after one of Conte's playsets like the Church set or something like that. You can also buy a retired K&C Tiger at a better price.
 
Hi guys,

Nasir - I understand what you say. I will have images of the different colour patterns, numbers and regiments to show collectors who contact me for their tank's customization. I agree with you that it will be easier with the website. But this is the only thing I could get to in the meantime.

Doug - your idea is the best, we had already thought about it. We'll have a photograph of each tank that we make. In this way we'll have a catalog of variations pretty soon.

Ana
 
Sorry, Vandilay, your questions.

The basic tank comes without the crew. You can order your tank without it.

The numbers will be a mix between transfers and painted. We will be finishing all markings by hand and airbrush so they look like the real ones.

Ana
 
Hi Anna,

Thanks for the answer, i eagerly look forward to HB's picture catalogues/samples.

Another question, with HB pursuing a new direction with the customization, will it also have new Panthers and Jagdpanthers in line? The reason i did not pick up the ones HB are offering now is because i was hoping you will redo them and add the insane details like this Late Tiger.

Regards.
 
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