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| peebeep | Dec 3 2013, 02:07 PM Post #1 |
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Lots Of Trouble Usually Serious
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Check this out: Linky Amongst the new stuff is genuine new tooling, like the 1/72 Sherman for instance. 1/8 Traction Avant...mmm. peebeep |
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| Drewe | Dec 3 2013, 05:54 PM Post #2 |
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Amused To Death
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That catalogue is really quite depresssing isn't it? It really shows that Heller 's glory days are 25-30 years behind it, and the comparison with Hornby/Airfix is really stark. Shame.
Edited by Drewe, Dec 3 2013, 05:54 PM.
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| Harriet | Dec 3 2013, 06:22 PM Post #3 |
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I guess you could say "At least they're trying"? |
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| peebeep | Dec 3 2013, 06:25 PM Post #4 |
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Lots Of Trouble Usually Serious
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The people that have picked up the reins have only just started to inject some life back into the company. I think it's clear that they don't have the clout or resources of Hornby, so it could be a long process. If you look at the Sherman test shot pics here, it looks like they are adopting a similar attitude to Airfix and if it comes in at a price well below Dragon, then they could be onto a winner. Plus ship modellers will be pleased that they are keeping alive the classic ships line (although the prices may draw some sharp intakes of breath). peebeep |
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| Diesel Gypsy | Dec 3 2013, 10:47 PM Post #5 |
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Somerset Bumpkin.
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personally I think its great that Heller are investing in new tooling, the Sherman test shots look very nice & will probably do very well for them. From my modelling perspective I'm very pleased to see the re-release of the Scania 141, Delahaye 103 & a personal favorite, the Parisian TN6. Previously Heller have shown they're not afraid to kit less popular vehicle subjects like the ones I've already mentioned & where else can you get a mainstream kit of a Renault 4CV & one in police livery to. And don't get me started on the glorious design icon that is the Citroen DS. Yes, I like the Heller range of cars & trucks. Shake & bake they most certainly are not, but if like me you like to build something a little different & are prepared to `model` rather than assemble they are great. Here's to a successful future for Heller
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| heraldcoupe | Dec 3 2013, 11:38 PM Post #6 |
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I never knew they did the large Traction Avant. Looking it up reminded me of their 1/16 Citroen DS, so that's two kits I've now added to my wants list.... Cheers, Bill. |
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