The 2023 1:144 Scale WoG Plane Thread

[ArkansasChuck]

Hello friends!

Okay so 2023 is officially half over, July is almost gone. For a few years I’ve been trying to collect very specific 1:144 scale planes for Wings of Glory. Because my hands shake, I can’t paint the tiny models. Putting on the decals is a challenge. It’s embarrassing but it’s life!

So I collect pre-painted 1:44 WW1 and WW2 planes. Just the fighters mostly. The problem I’m finding is since I live in the USA, I haven’t found many pre-painted WW1 or WW2 options to buy! When I place an order from Japan it often takes 3 to 5 MONTHS to arrive. Ugh.

So I thought I would see what you all advise for 2023? Other than 3D printing! Lol. What companies are making pre-painted WW1 and WW2 planes in 2023? Are any of them for sale in the USA? Any recommendations that are not 3D print related?

Thank you all a lot for your help!!!

Blessings,

~Chuck

[camel crew]

Have a word with Daryl at Reduced Aircraft Company.

[ReducedAirFact]

It sounds like you haven't had good experiences with 3D printed planes, but... I can't tell if you've only seen the one-color plastic prints or if you've seen the full-color prints.
A lot of planes are available in full-color now, so there's no painting to do. See the first post at this thread for the current selection.
In the cheaper material, the colors are not as "deep" as I would like, but the color precision is good...to the point of seeing the rib tape over lozenge wing covering.