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Topic: Dragon Wings 1:400 Saturn V model
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ApolloManiacs
Member Posts: 29
From: Tokyo, Japan
Registered: Aug 2003
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posted 04-22-2004 09:28 AM
   
An all-diecast 1:400 Saturn V model comes from Dragon Wings in May 2004. |
Jurg Bolli
Member Posts: 977
From: Albuquerque, NM
Registered: Nov 2000
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posted 04-22-2004 10:29 AM
I have a few 1:400 airliners from Dragon Wings, they are beautifully done, and the Saturn V will definitely be on my shelf! |
DavidH
Member Posts: 1217
From: Huntsville, AL, USA
Registered: Jun 2003
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posted 04-23-2004 01:39 PM
I note that it says the final product may not be as shown in the picture. I wonder if they plan to ship the Apollo 11 Saturn V, as they indicate, rather than the F500? |
divemaster
Member Posts: 1376
From: ridgefield, ct
Registered: May 2002
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posted 04-23-2004 08:05 PM
The 500F paint pattern is my biggest pet peeve when it comes to Saturn models. It even slipped by in Apollo 13. |
Dave Clow
Member Posts: 236
From: South Pasadena, CA 91030
Registered: Nov 2003
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posted 04-24-2004 01:11 AM
What's the difference among the various paint patterns on the Saturns? |
divemaster
Member Posts: 1376
From: ridgefield, ct
Registered: May 2002
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posted 04-24-2004 09:12 AM
The 500F had a different roll pattern with the black paint on the first and third stages, which didn't exist on the actual flight vehicles. The most noted error is the sold black band that ran around the intertank corragations on the first stage. That didn't exist on the flight vehicles [and was painted over white on Apollo 8] due to thermal problems. You'll also WON'T see a sold black band at the top of the third stage, but four black "hash marks" on the 500F. You can compare photos at the NASA site.
However, it appears that most model makers still paint their box art [and a lot of toys] with the original paint pattern from the test vehicle.
Just a mild obsession, that's all. |
Choose2Go
Member Posts: 73
From: Merritt Island, FL, USA
Registered: Feb 2004
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posted 04-25-2004 01:45 PM
I just received the Dragon Can-Do Apollo Saturn V set and noticed that the similarity between it and the image in the die-cast Saturn ad. In fact, it appears they used that toy to substitute for the production model for the photo shoot. Since the Can-Do toy suffers from the undersized Apollo spacecraft that plagued the 1/144 Revell Saturn V model (the toy appears to be a scaled down version of the model), I only hope they make the correction on the die-cast version. |
Rizz
Member Posts: 1208
From: Upcountry, Maui, Hawaii
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 04-29-2004 06:00 PM
Anyone know if this will have a 'smooth body' or are parts of it textured or 'corrigated'? |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 42982
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 06-10-2004 01:14 PM
Dragon Models 1/400 scale Saturn V is now out. You will note that the markings on the rocket have been corrected from early images to match that of the Apollo 11 Saturn V. |
Jurg Bolli
Member Posts: 977
From: Albuquerque, NM
Registered: Nov 2000
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posted 06-10-2004 02:05 PM
Has anybody received one of these yet? How does it look? Please report on your impressions. |
4tr
Member Posts: 129
From: Scituate, Massachusetts
Registered: Sep 2000
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posted 06-12-2004 06:41 PM
Mine just arrived today. It's a nifty little piece, well made and certainly worth the money. If I have any quibbles, it's with the base -- small, plastic, and not as sturdy as I'd like. |
GoesTo11
Member Posts: 1309
From: Denver, CO
Registered: Jun 2004
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posted 07-31-2009 12:45 PM
Stumbled across this earlier... apparently Dragon Models are re-releasing their 11" die-cast Saturn V-Apollo model in September. Anyone have the previous edition? Is it a good buy? Editor's note: Threads merged. |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 42982
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 07-31-2009 12:51 PM
I was (one of) the technical consultants for this model (as hinted at earlier in the thread, I suggested they make corrections to the paint/roll pattern before they went into initial production). Obviously I am biased, but I was pleased with the final product. I'd be curious to hear what other owners thought/think... |
Gilbert
Member Posts: 1328
From: Carrollton, GA USA
Registered: Jan 2003
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posted 08-04-2009 06:31 PM
The Dragon Saturn V is one of my favorite models. All the Dragon Wings models are of excellent detail and quality, especially for the price. And they don't take up too much shelf space. |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 42982
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 10-13-2009 09:43 PM
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Originally posted by GoesTo11:
apparently Dragon Models are re-releasing their 11" die-cast Saturn V-Apollo model in September.
Dragon Wings' Apollo 11 Saturn V Rocket 40th Anniversary Model is now available from The Space Store. |
j0s9
Member Posts: 140
From: Clinton, MA, USA
Registered: Oct 2009
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posted 10-13-2009 11:44 PM
Now that the new Dragon Wings Saturn V edition is here, which one do you think is a better model? Saturn V made by Dragon Wings or Saturn V made by Danbury Mint? |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 42982
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 10-14-2009 01:06 PM
As the two are of different scales (Dragon 1/400 and Danbury 1/250), it might not be a fair comparison (the Danbury model standing almost twice as tall as the Dragon). Given its larger size, the Danbury can incorporate fine details (such as the on the blast protective coverage and launch escape system, which on the Dragon has little other than etched support beams on the tower). That said, for its size and ability to stage, the Dragon offers a nice sized model appropriate for bookshelves and office desks. |
cspg
Member Posts: 6210
From: Geneva, Switzerland
Registered: May 2006
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posted 10-21-2009 09:33 AM
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Originally posted by Robert Pearlman:
Obviously I am biased, but I was pleased with the final product. I'd be curious to hear what other owners thought/think...
How many models do you own?  Dragon's 1/400th is the only I got (arrived today) and for its scale I think it's pretty neat (I like small things!). The base on which the model stands maybe could have been made to make the model more stable. Also, anybody had trouble assembling the first two stages? It took some effort. That being said, I think the price/quality ratio is excellent. |
Playalinda
Member Posts: 152
From: Peoria, AZ, USA
Registered: Oct 2009
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posted 11-09-2009 01:21 PM
Is this Dragon Apollo 40th anniversary model the one with separable stages? The one I saw is model #56111. Can anybody confirm this? If this model is the non separable stages version what Dragon model number is the separable stages version? Thanks. |
Playalinda
Member Posts: 152
From: Peoria, AZ, USA
Registered: Oct 2009
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posted 11-09-2009 02:00 PM
It looks like that I answered my own question. Thanks to the link of poster goesto11. Many thanks. One note. The buyspace link to thespacestore is listing this model 56111 but the model number is not shown. It might be helpful for buyers to have the model # written in the details of the product list. I for one go to another vendor as the price is lower and with free shipping even better. |
GoesTo11
Member Posts: 1309
From: Denver, CO
Registered: Jun 2004
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posted 12-04-2009 05:37 AM
Just received my my model yesterday. It's a very nice piece, especially for the price. To clear up any confusion, the Dragon 40th Anniversary Saturn V-Apollo model is indeed cast in separate stages with engine detail on each stage. (It also includes a command module w/o the escape tower or BPC.) I already had Dragon's Endeavour orbiter with the 747 SCA in the same scale, and both models make a nice desk display that doesn't take up much space. Highly recommended. |
Norman.King
Member Posts: 375
From: Herne Bay, Kent, UK
Registered: Feb 2010
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posted 04-19-2014 08:33 AM
I've been trying to find one of these Dragon 1/400 diecast Saturn V models (Apollo 11 or 13) but they appear to be long-gone from the stores.I've seen a Dragon Can.do 1/400 Saturn V and wonder how this compares to the die-cast model? (Not worried that it's the 500F).
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cycleroadie
Member Posts: 452
From: Apalachin, NY USA
Registered: May 2011
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posted 04-19-2014 03:58 PM
Diecast Airplane Availability: Low Stock!It is discontinued, so if you find one, you'll be lucky. |
tetrox
Member Posts: 142
From: London England
Registered: Jan 2008
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posted 04-19-2014 03:58 PM
I have both (in front of me) and as far as I can see they are the same other than the die cast is significantly heavier and possibly more stable.Both have the same too slim CSM (in plastic) rather like the old Airfix 1/144 kit before it was modified and both have much too long forward stringers on the second stage. |
Norman.King
Member Posts: 375
From: Herne Bay, Kent, UK
Registered: Feb 2010
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posted 04-20-2014 05:10 AM
Thank you for the replies. I've emailed Diecast Airplane to ask if they actually have stock (I suspect not) but also bought the Can.do just in case they haven't.
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p51
Member Posts: 1642
From: Olympia, WA
Registered: Sep 2011
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posted 04-20-2014 08:35 PM
Geez, wish I'd known that, I sold mine at a model train show recently at a slight loss as I'm getting rid of any models I don't have out... |
Norman.King
Member Posts: 375
From: Herne Bay, Kent, UK
Registered: Feb 2010
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posted 04-21-2014 03:12 AM
quote:
Originally posted by p51:
Geez, wish I'd known that...
Thanks for the thought quote:
Originally posted by cycleroadie:
Diecast Airplane
And thank you for that link. They did email me back and said... Yes, we just recently were able to find a few more of this item so it is in stock. so I have been able to get one after all. |
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