Monday, December 21, 2009
RAMROD all posted
All orders for RAMROD C013201 have been sent out. Just hope Australia Post don't escalate their industrial action, fingers crossed.
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Put the handbag down
Just for the record, I do not consider that you need to have some sort of aviation background to undertake aircraft camouflage and marking research for a model. I do not hold that view, I don't say that, I dont make that assertion here or anywhere else for that matter, I can't make it any clearer than that. I do of course believe that all thing being equal, it's going to be an advantage!
Anybody can and does undertake c&m research, they can even write books and articles about it! The reason why anybody can do so is really because it doesn't have much to do with aircraft. Think about it, what lick of paint was used doesn't in the main have much if anything to do with the technical and operation aspects of aircraft.
However, when it comes to researching and writing about the technical, operational use and history of an aircraft prior aviation knowledge IS clearly an advantage. Consider the difficulties you would have writing about say Porche motor cars or the Tour de France bike race if you have never driven ANY car before or never riden ANY type of pushbike before! This is why I always look at the bio of a book or article author, the authoritative ones have an aviation background or better still veterans who where there.
An update.
In spite of the efforts by the oafish David Harvey, AI has had a successful limited release of RAMROD C013201.It's regrettable that Harvey has attempted over the last year at least, to have a negative impact on the commercial operations of AI and even Pacific Spitfires.
I understand he is a serving member of the ADF. As the ADF is keenly aware these days, it only takes a few rotten apples to cause damage to an organisation that places great store in maintaining its reputation within the general community. My advice to the bad apples or perhaps those who are poorly advised, YOU are responsible for YOUR actions. I'll be looking into this matter and give serious consideration to bringing this appalling behaviour to the attention of his superiors.
As for David Muir, his emotive language and name calling directed at me is simply pathetic and reflects badly on himself.
Scale modelling does unfortunately attract those who act like old women and like to let fly with the handbag!
Anybody can and does undertake c&m research, they can even write books and articles about it! The reason why anybody can do so is really because it doesn't have much to do with aircraft. Think about it, what lick of paint was used doesn't in the main have much if anything to do with the technical and operation aspects of aircraft.
However, when it comes to researching and writing about the technical, operational use and history of an aircraft prior aviation knowledge IS clearly an advantage. Consider the difficulties you would have writing about say Porche motor cars or the Tour de France bike race if you have never driven ANY car before or never riden ANY type of pushbike before! This is why I always look at the bio of a book or article author, the authoritative ones have an aviation background or better still veterans who where there.
An update.
In spite of the efforts by the oafish David Harvey, AI has had a successful limited release of RAMROD C013201.It's regrettable that Harvey has attempted over the last year at least, to have a negative impact on the commercial operations of AI and even Pacific Spitfires.
I understand he is a serving member of the ADF. As the ADF is keenly aware these days, it only takes a few rotten apples to cause damage to an organisation that places great store in maintaining its reputation within the general community. My advice to the bad apples or perhaps those who are poorly advised, YOU are responsible for YOUR actions. I'll be looking into this matter and give serious consideration to bringing this appalling behaviour to the attention of his superiors.
As for David Muir, his emotive language and name calling directed at me is simply pathetic and reflects badly on himself.
Scale modelling does unfortunately attract those who act like old women and like to let fly with the handbag!
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Notice to AI customers, purchase RAMROD now!
For those who didn't get the original newsletter here it is.
RAMROD C013201 is here at last for past customers to order at a discounted price.
RAMROD is a unique product incorporating vinyl masks and Alps printed decals for the smaller elements such as the personal markings.
RAMROD includes markings for three a/c from No. 453 Sqn. 2 Mk IX's, FU-? 'Gremlin' BS227 and FU-X 'Stinker III' BS400 and a Mk XVI with clipped wings, FU-? SN278.
Vinyl masks allow for complete control on what colours you apply to the model. The results are superb as this is the way the markings were applied to real Spitfires!
A word of warning. These masks are VERY FIDDLY AND DIFFICULT TO USE! I recommend and will only sell these to EXPERIENCED MODELLERS ONLY! If you are an average modeller this product is not for you.
RRP $89.95 AUD
Your Special Price $79.95 AUD (includes airmail postage worldwide)
The first 20 customers to order RAMROD will also receive a bonus set of masks and decal for JE-J EN398. The kit decals for this a/c are inaccurate. This is a limited offer only to past customers.
Pleae note however that it is intended to include JE-J EN398 in a later product release C013202 that will also include markings for 2 other Mk IX's. Release date is dependant on the sales of C013201.
It is intended to send all orders received during December and into the first half of January 2010. Please note that I make no undertaking to send the product so you have it before Christmas. Sorry, but it just is too time consuming to produce, package and post to meet that sort of deadline.
This is a limited offer that will expire 9/12/2009.
If you would like to order RAMROD please reply to aerobuy@aeroimageworks.com and I'll send details on how to make payment via PayPal.
regards
PV 'Prof' Lloyd
AI
PLEASE NOTE: Above is directed to past customers of AI only.
Aero Imageworks use of vinyl masks and decals in RAMROD is a unique and innovative way of providing authentic markings for a model. There is no other product like this on the market anywhere in the world.
STOP PRESS: Limited offer extended until 16/12/09.
RAMROD C013201 is here at last for past customers to order at a discounted price.
RAMROD is a unique product incorporating vinyl masks and Alps printed decals for the smaller elements such as the personal markings.
RAMROD includes markings for three a/c from No. 453 Sqn. 2 Mk IX's, FU-? 'Gremlin' BS227 and FU-X 'Stinker III' BS400 and a Mk XVI with clipped wings, FU-? SN278.
Vinyl masks allow for complete control on what colours you apply to the model. The results are superb as this is the way the markings were applied to real Spitfires!
A word of warning. These masks are VERY FIDDLY AND DIFFICULT TO USE! I recommend and will only sell these to EXPERIENCED MODELLERS ONLY! If you are an average modeller this product is not for you.
RRP $89.95 AUD
Your Special Price $79.95 AUD (includes airmail postage worldwide)
The first 20 customers to order RAMROD will also receive a bonus set of masks and decal for JE-J EN398. The kit decals for this a/c are inaccurate. This is a limited offer only to past customers.
Pleae note however that it is intended to include JE-J EN398 in a later product release C013202 that will also include markings for 2 other Mk IX's. Release date is dependant on the sales of C013201.
It is intended to send all orders received during December and into the first half of January 2010. Please note that I make no undertaking to send the product so you have it before Christmas. Sorry, but it just is too time consuming to produce, package and post to meet that sort of deadline.
This is a limited offer that will expire 9/12/2009.
If you would like to order RAMROD please reply to aerobuy@aeroimageworks.com and I'll send details on how to make payment via PayPal.
regards
PV 'Prof' Lloyd
AI
PLEASE NOTE: Above is directed to past customers of AI only.
Aero Imageworks use of vinyl masks and decals in RAMROD is a unique and innovative way of providing authentic markings for a model. There is no other product like this on the market anywhere in the world.
STOP PRESS: Limited offer extended until 16/12/09.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
RAMROD FROM AI IS HERE NOW!
RAMROD, the latest AI product is available for ordering NOW!
Details on how to order C013201 at a special discount price has been sent out today to past customers on our mailing list. Once all orders from past customers have been filled RAMROD will be released generally.
This mailing list special offer is only available for one week (Expires 9/12/09) so hurry!
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