captain america Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 Hi guys. Well a few people have asked for it, so here is the next project proposal, a 1/72 Tacticar Pod Graug. What do I foresee? A realistically-scaled Graug, complete with detailed cockpit and a seated Quamzin figure. How big would this sucker be? VERY big! Like 36cm tall, about 24cm deep, and almost 20cm wide... So big it almost needs its own zip code. It will also likely be quite an engineering challenge, requiring big honkin' metal screws, metal inserts, as well as the use of some extra tough polymers to combat sagging. As such, this will be a very labor and materials-intensive project, so I would limit the run to 20 kits. The damage? $390 with a mandatory deposit of $100 per kit ordered. The deposit would not be refundable, but would be transferable, should you decide to opt-out. Anyhoo, I will let this thread run until the 25th, at which point I will assess the matter and see if we have enough interested people to get a green light, so if it's a go, I would start collecting deposits the week of the 25th. As always, I'll do my best to answer questions if you have any Quote
ahiachris Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 Hi guys. Well a few people have asked for it, so here is the next project proposal, a 1/72 Tacticar Pod Graug. What do I foresee? A realistically-scaled Graug, complete with detailed cockpit and a seated Quamzin figure. How big would this sucker be? VERY big! Like 36cm tall, about 24cm deep, and almost 20cm wide... So big it almost needs its own zip code. It will also likely be quite an engineering challenge, requiring big honkin' metal screws, metal inserts, as well as the use of some extra tough polymers to combat sagging. As such, this will be a very labor and materials-intensive project, so I would limit the run to 20 kits. The damage? $390 with a mandatory deposit of $100 per kit ordered. The deposit would not be refundable, but would be transferable, should you decide to opt-out. Anyhoo, I will let this thread run until the 25th, at which point I will assess the matter and see if we have enough interested people to get a green light, so if it's a go, I would start collecting deposits the week of the 25th. As always, I'll do my best to answer questions if you have any I will commit to take one. Quote
neptunesurvey Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 What's a few hundred more. I'll take one. Quote
electric matthew Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 Hey Capt., I would be interested in getting a copy. Please reserve one for me. Thanks. Leon Quote
cool8or Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 John, you know me... I'm completely in, no matter the Crissis, or whatever. Only 20?? I like that!!! Quote
captain america Posted May 12, 2009 Author Posted May 12, 2009 Yes, mega-spendy actually. It will require a LOT of resin, and the pricier type that cures very slowly too, which reduces turn-around time three-fold; combine that with the extra time it'll take to make jigs and inserts, it all adds up labor-wise.My mom says I'm worth it... But then again, she never bought any of my kits, so I have to wonder sometimes Quote
Ranger565 Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 Well John, I am in. I figure I will NEVER get one again If I dont. Carl Quote
thegunny Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 As much as I'd like 2 (one for Macross & one for Battletech), seeing as you're only going to do 20 I'll just take one please. On the off chance you don't get to 20 then I'll definitely take 2. Quote
PetarB Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 Too big for me Captain (just display space, really), but I know this will be an absolute beauty. I envy those that will get one. Too cool! Quote
big F Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 Too big for me Captain (just display space, really), but I know this will be an absolute beauty. I envy those that will get one. Too cool! I fear that this is the case for me, that and money issues. Money aside though if I get sorted I'll get one just because I can. That and a trip to Canada may be cheaper than the post costs of getting that beast to the U.K. Either way it will be one hell of build thread Quote
Heavy Melder Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 (edited) I'm in, for the moment. What, no booster? Edited May 12, 2009 by Heavy Melder Quote
007-vf1 Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 I am in as well... Anyone wants to buy a kidney? Quote
Major Tom Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 (edited) Hey John, put me down for one also Edited May 12, 2009 by Major Tom Quote
azrhino Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 No one every accused me of being smart. It will go nicely with all the other unbuilt Moscato resin I already own. I'm in for one. Quote
THOR Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 Please add me to the list for 1 kit. And, I'd like to put up more than $100 since i know you will follow through. -Thor Quote
Type R #126 Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 Yes, mega-spendy actually. It will require a LOT of resin, and the pricier type that cures very slowly too, which reduces turn-around time three-fold; combine that with the extra time it'll take to make jigs and inserts, it all adds up labor-wise.My mom says I'm worth it... But then again, she never bought any of my kits, so I have to wonder sometimes Well, you have to go with Moms on that. Maybe you can do 21 and make it a belated Mother's Day present. I'm ready with the deposit if you need it sooner than the 25th, just let me know. Quote
cobywan Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 Well, you have to go with Moms on that. Maybe you can do 21 and make it a belated Mother's Day present. I'm ready with the deposit if you need it sooner than the 25th, just let me know. I'm in for one for sure! I think the price is very reasonable. Quote
jardann Posted May 12, 2009 Posted May 12, 2009 I'm in for one for sure Cap! Putting $100 down will give me a good jump on the total payment too. Quote
thegunny Posted May 13, 2009 Posted May 13, 2009 Too big for me Captain (just display space, really), but I know this will be an absolute beauty. I envy those that will get one. Too cool! The cost of an extra room on the house shouldn't faze a serious modeller Quote
wwwmwww Posted May 13, 2009 Posted May 13, 2009 Could someone post a pic or lineart just so I'm sure what we're talking about? I doubt I can afford one right now but I am certainly looking forward to the build thread. Thanks, Carl Quote
ahiachris Posted May 13, 2009 Posted May 13, 2009 Could someone post a pic or lineart just so I'm sure what we're talking about? I doubt I can afford one right now but I am certainly looking forward to the build thread. Thanks, Carl Glaug.doc Quote
AcroRay Posted May 13, 2009 Posted May 13, 2009 If I were a rich man.... Sigh.... I can't wait to see it, though! Quote
Ghadrack Posted May 13, 2009 Posted May 13, 2009 (edited) I'm in!! I want one! I hope my not checking the boards for two days didn't cause me to miss out. Eeek! And if you fall short an order or two I'll take a second one to help make the run happen. Deposit ready to go. Edited May 13, 2009 by Ghadrack Quote
jadefalconguard Posted May 13, 2009 Posted May 13, 2009 390 for a kit....Heck why not, count me in. Do you have a "gestimate" when it will be available Quote
captain america Posted May 13, 2009 Author Posted May 13, 2009 390 for a kit....Heck why not, count me in. Do you have a "gestimate" when it will be available The kit'll be ready in about 3-4 days. Just kidding! Most likely early-mid July. Quote
Heavy Melder Posted May 14, 2009 Posted May 14, 2009 The kit'll be ready in about 3-4 days. Just kidding! Most likely early-mid July. Christ I almost had a stroke there.... Quote
ahiachris Posted May 14, 2009 Posted May 14, 2009 Christ I almost had a stroke there.... Me too... was waiting for the pics of the Glaug to appear and instead it's all blank space. Though we'll miss the step by step this time. Anyways thanks John for the effort to make it happen. Quote
captain america Posted May 14, 2009 Author Posted May 14, 2009 (edited) Me too... was waiting for the pics of the Glaug to appear and instead it's all blank space. Though we'll miss the step by step this time. Anyways thanks John for the effort to make it happen. Don't thank me just yet, we still have a few slots to fill Note to self: don't give stroke to customers... Oh, and if we do manage to get this donut rolling, I'll see if I can throw-in a pleasant surprise with the kit. Edited May 14, 2009 by captain america Quote
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