U-96 U-Boat Set Sneak Peek (3 Viewers)

Rob; if you really need the whole boat and price is no object Andrea has a 1/32 complete U-96, above and below the water line built and painted for 8,524.00 Euros. The kit version is 1,950.00 Euros. I think the figures are extra. A really nice model if you have the space!




WesternOutlaw said:
I still like it, please don't get me wrong. Makes sense. I also like how the water is separate as well as the figures. A beautiful piece and something that would draw a lot of attention on a coffee table, bookshelf, or mantle. Well done Collector's Showcase!



Completely agree Larry and I loved Das Boot!

I have to check out that frame now.
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katana said:
Rob; if you really need the whole boat and price is no object Andrea has a 1/32 complete U-96, above and below the water line built and painted for 8,524.00 Euros. The kit version is 1,950.00 Euros. I think the figures are extra. A really nice model if you have the space!
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Hi Katana,

Price is always one of my concerns. That's a bit over my limit.{sm2}
 
Napoleon1er said:
Is that a possibility? If it is, is it likely?
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If they did add the final front and rear sections at a later date then you couldn't use the walnut base with it, so not sure why CS would imply there could be more sections coming.

Joe
 
Bummer...why even bother to make a model that big with front and back section missing. I don't mind spending $200-$300 and get the whole u-boat. Feel like buying a car without the hood and the trunk.

Noli-Poli
 
Overall length of a Type VIIc in 1/30 scale is 88 inches long. The TCS model represents about 1/3 of the length of the Submarine U-96; so 27 inches would be about correct. The actual U-96 was 220 feet long stem to stern. 220'X 12=2640"/30=88"


marco55 said:
At 27 " this can't be 1/30 scale can it?
Mark
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I don't know anything about WWII except from movies that I enjoy...
I have never studied it or collected it...

but two things I do know...
one is that it's extremely popular with collectors on here...
and two...
this is a pretty awesome model...

this has probably happened on here before...
in fact I'm sure it has...
but I have never seen it...

I think it's really cool that two of the largest miniature figure makers...

both Ken Osen and Andy Nielson took the time out...
to post public kudos to Brian for this reproduction...
that says a lot in my opinion...
their testimonials are noteworthy as competitors...
and a nice display of competitive sportsmanship from both of them...

nice work Brian...
if I collected WWII...
I would want this...
 
Two period photos of the actual U-96 with command crew in conning tower.

Wayne
 

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Brian this is possibly the best you have ever done! Seems like a winner to me. Those with complaints don't have to buy it. I suspect that certain pieces will go a lot faster i.e. the gun and conning tower sections. I am reserving mine now ! BTW The HMV was pretty **** cool too.
 
It looks great. The price is high but not unreasonable. I agree though that it is a concern not to be complete. And I would think the bow and stern would be the easiest parts to construct. So I would pass absent some assurance that these are forthcoming. I give it an A for effort.
 
Combat said:
It looks great. The price is high but not unreasonable. I agree though that it is a concern not to be complete. And I would think the bow and stern would be the easiest parts to construct. So I would pass absent some assurance that these are forthcoming. I give it an A for effort.
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I can't help but chime in here. I had absolutely no idea how well this product would do, I really didn't. Judging from the pre-orders, just on our site alone in the last 72 hours this product has some serious legs! Torpedo loading section anyone? ^&grin Sounds good to me to start adding! Thanks for all of your comments on this thread, very helpful to get all the great input. See you all in Chicago with this set and some other great, new " big projects ":rolleyes:

Cheers one and all!

Brian
 
The Collectors Showcase said:
I can't help but chime in here. I had absolutely no idea how well this product would do, I really didn't. Judging from the pre-orders, just on our site alone in the last 72 hours this product has some serious legs! Torpedo loading section anyone? ^&grin Sounds good to me to start adding! Thanks for all of your comments on this thread, very helpful to get all the great input. See you all in Chicago with this set and some other great, new " big projects ":rolleyes:

Cheers one and all!

Brian
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I think the front and rear of a U boat are essential and needs to be done Brian. Go all in and make it a complete boat! Thanks !
 
Andrea did it both ways. The first version was a mid section of the U-96; but only the conning tower, no deck gun. The TCS model is superior IMO. The second version is the complete U-96, catalog LP-02 8,524.00 Euros! Consider doing both versions; rather than adapt the first version, since so many customers are interested in it as designed. I would guess the 1/3 section waterline model would sell far more pieces than the full boat due to the space constraints of most collectors.

It would be wise to consider doing a full version on a subscription basis given the limited market. Large models of the Disney Nautilus have been made by several companies over the years to much acclaim only to fail for lack of orders after significant investment.
 
Did some basic calculations and using Katana's measurements of 88" to have a complete 1/30 scale tip to toe U-Boat. If this model were done to
the complete 88" size it comes out to a model 7 Feet 4 " in length.This to me poses a size issue for most collectors. Now to add in the additional cost:
The current configuration has 3 each 9" Length water sections priced at $79.90 per pair. Seven more pairs (61") would be needed = $559.00 extra
Next 61" of front and rear tips for the sub which comes out to 5 Feet 1" of added length. If we price the front and rear sections at say a very modest
estimated cost of $299.00 per section, we have a "Modest" estimated added total cost of $1,157.00 added onto the current $1,299.00 price. Near double.
An estimated $2,456.00 + for a 7 foot 4" beast. I think the right call was made on the current configuration and price point that we now have.
Myself personally I have room to display a 27" model with a Reasonable price tag I can handle. A full sized and priced 88" version as I have illustrated
doesn't seem very practical...IMO

Wayne
 
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PanzerAce1944 said:
Did some basic calculations and using Katana's measurements of 88" to have a complete 1/30 scale tip to toe U-Boat. If this model were done to
the complete 88" size it comes out to a model 7 Feet 4 " in length.This to me poses a size issue for most collectors. Now to add in the additional cost:
The current configuration has 3 each 9" Length water sections priced at $79.90 per pair. Seven more pairs (61") would be needed = $559.00 extra
Next 61" of front and rear tips for the sub which comes out to 5 Feet 1" of added length. If we price the front and rear sections at say a very modest
estimated cost of $299.00 per section, we have a "Modest" estimated added total cost of $1,157.00 added onto the current $1,299.00 price. Near double.
An estimated $2,456.00 + for a 7 foot 4" beast. I think the right call was made on the current configuration and price point that we now have.
Myself personally I have room to display a 27" model with a Reasonable price tag I can handle. A full sized and priced 88" version as I have illustrated
doesn't seem very practical...IMO

Wayne
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This is why Brian can produce the additional sections and then it would be up to the individual collector to purchase them or not depending on their space availability and or budget. It would allow collectors overt time to add on instead of the full shock and awe price of getting it all in 1 purchase as it seems collectors are split already on wanting the entire boat or partial. Just my thoughts
 
I think over 7 feet would be problematic. Maybe it doesn't have to be precisely to scale and/or some clever thinking like submerging part of the boat could reduce its actual size. It just appears strange in its uncompleted form, but I can also understanding the size and cost issue of completing (which is why most wouldn't produce it).
 
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