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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => What's New => Topic started by: oreodog on August 19, 2015, 09:24:46 AM
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hey gang - just checked at Wingnuts and and saw a couple 'special deals', which are the regular kits + the Squadron book. Hisso + Squadron for $, both FE.2b's + Squadron for $. although they aren't the long-awaited 'special edition' kits they are good deals! :)
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An interesting initiative 8)
They'll sell out those PC10 borefest machines yet!
:D ;)
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IMHO I think with the fall of the world currencies against the US dollar Wingnuts are starting to feel the pinch, sales must be at an all time low for them to start offering 'special deals'.
Des.
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Maybe sales are low because they haven't released anything new in forever, and the last things they did were outrageously priced....
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Yeah, been pretty quiet for a while now - maybe they will get that Camel out soon and hopefully one or two other single-seaters that are easier on the bank account :)
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I would be tempted to get a FE.2B but just one kit not 2. That is a bit too much for my wallet.
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The special deals look nice if you don't already have the SE5a and FE2b but as Des says, it's possible these specials are part-driven by the impact on global currencies of the US Dollar exchange rate. The Aussie dollar right now is being hammered.
Also, and this especially applies to me, I wonder how many are holding off buying any more WNW kits just now till we see what they release with the Camels? I expect at least two variants and who knows what else may be in the surprise releases?.
Once we know what's being released, we can then better decide which kits to buy.
Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
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I'm certainly holding off until the next release. I'm thinking of buying a Rumpler or the DH9, but before dropping $100 on either of those, I want to see what's next.
Cheers,
Bud
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Personally I think Des hit this one squarely on the head, the FE2b late/early would have to be just about the most challenging Wingnut kits ( rigging wise ) available, combine that with the strong US dollar and I bet they haven't moved too many of this particular kitset and are trying to generate sales with this "deal". I love this aircraft ( I already have the "late" in the stash ) and this "deal" has me defiantly considering
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Maybe it's just to clean some shelves for whatever to come?
S.
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I'm certainly holding off until the next release, (...) but before dropping $100 on either of those, I want to see what's next.
Cheers,
Bud
True for me too
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I think the SE5a is a great deal for anyone who doesn't have the book and or kit. I have both so will pass. Like others have said I am waiting for the next release. If it is a reasonably priced single seater in my interest range I will make a purchase. The Felix and AEG were way out of range for me and didn't float my boat so to speak ::)
RAGIII
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You know, I've done some laborious pondering on this subject and have come to the conclusion that these kits are just being sold at the normal price with the book being thrown in for free. Yes, I know I'm thick as a brick, but is that really a great deal? Dunno. ???
Cheers,
Bud
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Rick's summary matches mine, and I have a Fee in the Stash as well. These are good value packages if you don't already have the products, wonder if similar bargains are imminent? ???
Cheers,
Lance
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You know, I've done some laborious pondering on this subject and have come to the conclusion that these kits are just being sold at the normal price with the book being thrown in for free. Yes, I know I'm thick as a brick, but is that really a great deal? Dunno. ???
Cheers,
Bud
Bud,
I paid full price for both books and they are, IMHO, excellent. If I didn't have them already the Fee deal would be attractive for sure.......
Cheers,
Lance
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You're right, Lance. I already have an early Fee, the SE5a and both Windsock Specials and had forgotten how much those books go for. It is a good deal.
Cheers,
Bud
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You're right, Lance. I already have an early Fee, the SE5a and both Windsock Specials and had forgotten how much those books go for. It is a good deal.
Cheers,
Bud
I have exactly the same kits and books as you just listed, Bud. It is a good deal since I also paid full price, but I don't think I would really need 2 Fees! I'm sure after building one I would be all rigged out!
George
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I have one Fee (built!) and the book on it. Both fantastic, the deal is fine for anybody wanting two Fees.
On the other hand, I do not have either SE5a or a book on it. I am being tempted but, then, do I really want SE5a model?... I have been asking myself this question for some time now. The deal may just change the balance of chances...
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Just did a currency conversion on Xe.com for the Fee and book deal. The $US 198 price comes out at $Australian 269, so no discount on the kits as this is what it would cost to buy the two models separately. The book would be free which is good, but I already have a Late Fe2b and don't need another.
I already have three SE5a kits so not tempted by this deal although the SE kit is really really nice and highly recommended!.
Still the concept of special deals with bonus reference books is a good move and to be encouraged.
Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
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Just did a currency conversion on Xe.com for the Fee and book deal. The $US 198 price comes out at $Australian 269, so no discount on the kits as this is what it would cost to buy the two models separately. The book would be free which is good, but I already have a Late Fe2b and don't need another.
I already have three SE5a kits so not tempted by this deal although the SE kit is really really nice and highly recommended!.
Still the concept of special deals with bonus reference books is a good move and to be encouraged.
Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
I think you are right about encouraging the deals. Perhaps a Gotha and Gotha book deal would tip the scales for me :-)
RAGIII
PS: I now consider the Gotha a real bargain compared to the AEG!
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Just did a currency conversion on Xe.com for the Fee and book deal. The $US 198 price comes out at $Australian 269, so no discount on the kits as this is what it would cost to buy the two models separately. The book would be free which is good, but I already have a Late Fe2b and don't need another.
I already have three SE5a kits so not tempted by this deal although the SE kit is really really nice and highly recommended!.
Still the concept of special deals with bonus reference books is a good move and to be encouraged.
Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
I think you are right about encouraging the deals. Perhaps a Gotha and Gotha book deal would tip the scales for me :-)
RAGIII
PS: I now consider the Gotha a real bargain compared to the AEG!
Same here! If the Goth and book came out as a set I would be all over it!
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WNW would have to acquire a reasonable # of each book. Wonder who approached who and what that may bode for the future. Grassy knoll, moonscape in a studio, you pick a conspiracy theory.....
Steve
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Maybe a single Fee (either), with the book may tempt me right now,
but the shrinking Canadian Loonie has certainly put a damper on things as it
stands.
Cheers,
Ernie :)
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Maybe a single Fee (either), with the book may tempt me right now,
but the shrinking Canadian Loonie has certainly put a damper on things as it
stands.
Cheers,
Ernie :)
Hey Ernie, a shrinking Canadian Loonie, I've also got a shrinking Aussie Dollar. They're talking about increasing our Consumption Tax and also taxing the internet purchases. Gasp! OZ is going to be like the UK soon.
Can someone in the USA please adopt me (I come with a complete stash) and prefer to go to a good forum family. not much demand for 50 year old babies Steve :))
I'm now in buying mode Ernie and after a little re-stock, I'll just start building the stash from now until, hmmm, croak-it. :) It's nice to get the reference books but securing the kits is important from my perspective.
Steven
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I'll adopt you for a small price! Some of those small wheels you make, or used to make. :D
I'm out here in sunny Los Angeles, but I'm also 50 so it would be a strange father/son combo! :o ;D
Daddy George
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I'll adopt you for a small price! Some of those small wheels you make, or used to make. :D
I'm out here in sunny Los Angeles, but I'm also 50 so it would be a strange father/son combo! :o ;D
Daddy George
Hey George, that's the best offer I've had all day ;D
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I could use some semi-skilled labor. How are you with a table saw?
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I could use some semi-skilled labor. How are you with a table saw?
I'm very good with table saws, band-saws, circular saws and all types of precision cutting. You wanted semi-skilled, right?
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You'll fit in perfectly. :)
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The FE2b special is missing from the home page . Maybe, hopefully, they will redo it with just one kit. That would tempt me to spend money
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With all the complaining that has been going on regarding the currency exchange I thought it a bit ridiculous that Wingnuts would advertise another deal just under $200US, that makes it $276AUD, it sort of negates the free magazine offer.
Des.
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Ah well just means I will save some money for now :'(
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The FE2 kits are still available individually so obviously the accompanying book has sold out. The special deal price was really for the book as the two kits were not discounted. Wingnuts has not, to ,my knowledge, ever reduced the price of any of its kits.
Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
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well the book on its own is also still available so I guess they just earmarked a certain amount for the deal.