F-Toys Wing Kit Collection Vol.14

**pbhawkin** · 03-13-2014 21:34

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http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10266331

- Tachikawa Ki-17 (Type 95 Trainer)
- Kawanishi E7K (Type 94 Float Plane)
- Fiat CR.42 Falco
- Unknown Secret

"the Tachikawa Ki-17 and Kawanishi E7K are interestingly selections, both having previously only been available as resin kits from A&W Models (http://www.hlj.com/product/AWW144017/Air and http://www.hlj.com/product/AWW144025/Air)". From thread at http://www.kampfgruppe144.com/phpBB3...php?f=6&t=3122

**BobP** · 03-14-2014 13:05

Looks I have to get one box just for the CR 42. Instead of the float plane they could have done a German plane but at least they are making different countries. Thanks for the heads up on this. I will check HLJ so may be a preorder.

**csadn** · 03-14-2014 14:12

Be interesting to see how the F-Toys Cr.42 stacks up to the Ares version.

**Dark Horse** · 03-15-2014 01:33

Cr 42? Damn, I still have 3 Battlefront planes to build. Oh well, will probably have to get some more. A shame this Cr 42 is boxed with 2 duds.

**BobP** · 03-16-2014 15:22

Well at least you get more planes for the price even though 6 are something you may not want. I have one of their P-38's and have to say a very nice model.

**greenalfonzo** · 03-16-2014 18:13

I had really been hoping they'd do another biplane series ever since their first one with Albatros DIII & SPAD VII came out. Love those planes! (The other two were the Gladiator and a Japanese plane) They make fine little models. Very disappointed in them not continuing with more WWI choices. Maybe the "secret" model will be from WWI?

**kaufschtick** · 03-16-2014 20:22

Awesome! Been waiting for the ole' CR.42!

**Dark Horse** · 03-17-2014 01:28

Originally Posted by greenalfonzo

I had really been hoping they'd do another biplane series ever since their first one with Albatros DIII & SPAD VII came out. Love those planes! (The other two were the Gladiator and a Japanese plane) They make fine little models. Very disappointed in them not continuing with more WWI choices. Maybe the "secret" model will be from WWI?

Swordfish I think you will find rather than a Gladiator.

**BobP** · 03-17-2014 09:40

I have 2 Swordfish and they are very good models. So many other options for them to make. Maybe 1 Japanese plane (other than a Zero) and 2 other countries. That would be nice.

**kaufschtick** · 03-21-2014 20:12

Originally Posted by csadn

Be interesting to see how the F-Toys Cr.42 stacks up to the Ares version.

Yes it will. The Stringbags were quite impressive, every bit as good, if not better than the old Nexus versions; which IMHO, are just a tad better than the current Ares models. The original series I nexus planes had turning props, wheels and a little better detail painting, as well as better colors; again IMHO.

I thought the F-Toys Spad VII was good, but the two French ones I bought (gave one to a close friend) required a little touch up painting first. Even though it was extremely close, I liked the original Nexus Spad XIIIs better than the F-Toys Spad VII.

It'd be awesome if the secret was a Gladiator.

**Dark Horse** · 03-21-2014 23:44

Chianti Party Here We Come!

**BobP** · 03-22-2014 11:39

I will look on Ebay for the CR42 but can only imagine what some will want for it by selling it by itself.

**csadn** · 03-22-2014 15:50

Originally Posted by kaufschtick

It'd be awesome if the secret was a Gladiator. :pray:

Doesn't work that way -- the special is always one of the three types found in the box.

**BobP** · 03-23-2014 13:15

Well food for thought....SET 15:

We know at least one Japanese (fighter) plane
Gladiator (hopefully)
Any guess or wish ?

**kaufschtick** · 03-24-2014 15:57

Originally Posted by BobP

Well food for thought....SET 15:

We know at least one Japanese (fighter) plane
Gladiator (hopefully)
Any guess or wish ?

If they did a Gladiator in the next series, that'd be OK with me!

**BobP** · 03-25-2014 11:42

In the last set (13) it was good to see the Russian plane. I know in War Birds #7 they had a C-202 and a IL 2. If they did a reprint of the bombers with the B-17 and a Betty I think that would be a big seller.

**csadn** · 03-25-2014 15:53

Originally Posted by BobP

Any guess or wish ?

Not really -- I do try to keep in mind F-Toys is *not* making these for _WoG_-players' benefits. If they put together a package which can be used, so be it; if not, same.

**BobP** · 03-25-2014 16:42

So true. They make the models for making models. Maybe they might see there is a base for Wings players in 1/144. Maybe a good business choice.

**richard m schwab** · 03-25-2014 18:43

Peter
Thanks for sharing. Only the CR.42 would be of any interest to me.

Rich

**BobP** · 03-26-2014 12:29

Just checked HLJ and they have this set for preorder. Issue date is May. I just ordered 1 box for the CR-42's so looks like six other bi planes.

**richard m schwab** · 03-26-2014 12:33

Bob

I went to WW2 to avoid all of those struts and wires!

Rich

**csadn** · 03-26-2014 13:53

Originally Posted by richard m schwab

I went to WW2 to avoid all of those struts and wires!:)

Some biplanes used cantilevered wings.... ;)

**Dark Horse** · 04-21-2014 06:25

Originally Posted by BobP

So true. They make the models for making models. Maybe they might see there is a base for Wings players in 1/144. Maybe a good business choice.

If I was manufacturing these models, "wings" 1/144 players would be of next to no consideration - we must be a very small group really, even globally. That being said, these model makers come up with some "interestingly different" choices that most do not readily appreciate (me included).

**Baldrick62** · 04-21-2014 07:54

Originally Posted by Dark Horse

If I was manufacturing these models, "wings" 1/144 players would be of next to no consideration - we must be a very small group really, even globally. That being said, these model makers come up with some "interestingly different" choices that most do not readily appreciate (me included).

Too true; there must be many more Japanese chewing gum eaters out there than WoW players who don't even go with the 'official' 1/200 scale merchandise that comes with the game! But that huge volume of customers means that those of us who do indulge in 1/144 can look forward to pretty regular drops of new products - in this case only 3 months between Vol.13 release and Vol.14 announced release date. Gotta be happy with that!

**BobP** · 04-21-2014 14:36

There must be many 1/144 collectors because when I go to HLJ there are many sets that are sold out. I did a preorder on #13 and when I checked before it was issued it was out of stock. Having been exposed to this side I have to say thanks for the great models.

**Baldrick62** · 05-07-2014 13:04

Release date on the F-Toys website is 19 May 2014.

**Baldrick62** · 05-17-2014 00:09

Selling now on evilBay, though not a retailer I've used before - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/WING-KIT-C...item3a9086cc50

The Fiat CR42 'special' is a Luftwaffe Nachtschlachtgruppe aircraft.

**BobP** · 05-18-2014 13:36

Email from HLJ that my order will be here on 20 May. Will let you know.

**BobP** · 05-18-2014 13:37

WOW not what I had to pay for that.

**BobP** · 05-20-2014 12:56

The FEDEX package from HLJ just arrived. The special was a type 95. They are all nice looking but glad to have the CR42's which is very nice.

**Baldrick62** · 05-20-2014 13:49

Originally Posted by BobP

The FEDEX package from HLJ just arrived. The special was a type 95. They are all nice looking but glad to have the CR42's which is very nice.

Waiting to see what my 'special' will be, although I really only want the CR42s and one of the ALFs.

**BobP** · 05-20-2014 14:40

I know what you mean about the planes. Have to see what the next series will bring.

**Baldrick62** · 05-20-2014 14:56

Originally Posted by BobP

Have to see what the next series will bring.

Gladiators!

**richard m schwab** · 05-20-2014 17:40

I will start looking for the CR-42`s on Evel Bay!

Rich

**BobP** · 05-20-2014 18:33

I will look for them at Historicon in July. I can't think what some may want for them on Ebay.

**Steel Legion** · 05-20-2014 20:46

E-Bay $12.99

**richard m schwab** · 05-21-2014 05:05

Lou

Thanks i looked them up. I ordered one of each CR-42. Just what i needed!

Rich

**BobP** · 05-21-2014 11:51

Like we all need more planes. I just received the last B-17F I ordered so now have 3 and one B-17C. I have an idea for a game with the B-17C at GOA.

**richard m schwab** · 05-21-2014 12:02

Bob

That is why i ordered three planes i really wanted!

Tell me more or is it a secret.

I will do a B-29 over Japan event. I will schedule it for Friday night at 6pm.

I normally run one Saturday at 8am.

When do you want to run yours. If you want Saturday morning i will sleep in.

I suggest Saturday evening or Afternoon.

Rich

**csadn** · 05-21-2014 12:05

Pity I can't get the text off the various models' info sheets; otherwise, I could tell people what the various paint schemes are.

**Steel Legion** · 05-21-2014 14:06

LOL I can"t Imagine What you have planned LOL

**BobP** · 05-21-2014 14:27

Never have run a game so would defer to your knowledge and expertise. Just come up with the idea.

**richard m schwab** · 05-21-2014 17:46

Lou

Will you be down in August for GOA? Bob and i need a steady wing man.

Rich

**richard m schwab** · 05-21-2014 17:48

Bob

You do an outline, i`ll make it work!

Rich

**Steel Legion** · 05-21-2014 20:37

Yes I am planning on it. I am all set for Historicon, have may room all reserved. Looking forward to both of them, NO SNOW.

**BobP** · 05-25-2014 14:45

Lou I will look for you at Historicon and flying together at GOA. Hope we can get in many games.

**BobP** · 05-31-2014 11:14

Built my first CR 42 and what a challenge it was for me. First the windscreen was so small and that took time. Than the struts. I think I will stick with single wing planes for a bit.

**richard m schwab** · 05-31-2014 12:24

Bob

Mine arrived and i was just shaking my head over the same issue! I prefer one wing!

Rich

**BobP** · 05-31-2014 14:09

Rich was one of the worst time I had trying to put one of these together. Wait until you get to the 2 different fuselage to wing struts. I left one set off as I couldn't figure how to attach them.

**richard m schwab** · 06-01-2014 17:05

Bob

Are all of your landing gear painted on the spru? Along with the delightful time i am having building these little SOB`s! I find that the lading gear parts were not painted or partially badly painted on all three. The robot must have been on strike?

Rich