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Topic: Jetstream Collectibles' models
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Mercury7
Member Posts: 360
From: Greenville, SC, USA
Registered: Aug 2006
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posted 05-13-2007 07:56 PM
  
For the time being if you are interested in this model search for ebay seller turbinemongoose, in about a week he should have his own website which will be called jetstreamcollectibles.com. His name is Tony and he is a good guy. He is trying to specialize in really large models at an affordable price... I can't speak to much for accuracy, but they are solidly built, heavy and huge. He will have the Ares, Redstone, Titan and several versions of the Saturn V initially with more in the works. I am expecting more today or tomorrow so I will post pics as I get them. Tell him the Mercury7 Science Center sent you. We are completely unaffiliated with him except he supports the science center. Scott  |
Mercury7
Member Posts: 360
From: Greenville, SC, USA
Registered: Aug 2006
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posted 05-17-2007 02:11 PM
Got two more... Redstone should be arriving shortly.    |
collocation
Member Posts: 383
From: McLean, VA, USA
Registered: Feb 2004
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posted 05-17-2007 02:53 PM
How much was the Gemini? I could not find it on eBay. |
Mercury7
Member Posts: 360
From: Greenville, SC, USA
Registered: Aug 2006
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posted 05-17-2007 03:25 PM
I can not say for sure... I know he will be posting it soon though, his son has been real sick and so he has been behind. |
Danno
Member Posts: 572
From: Ridgecrest, CA - USA
Registered: Jun 2000
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posted 05-17-2007 03:32 PM
Nice models, but the Mercury looks like a little girl. |
Mercury7
Member Posts: 360
From: Greenville, SC, USA
Registered: Aug 2006
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posted 05-17-2007 03:41 PM
...that is Karis, my youngest, a volunteer for scale purposes.  |
Mike Z
Member Posts: 451
From: Ellicott City, Maryland
Registered: Dec 2005
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posted 05-17-2007 04:24 PM
Great models!! Please tell Tony that his son is in our prayers!! We have been there with a very sick child. All life comes to a full stop! Mike Z |
divemaster
Member Posts: 1376
From: ridgefield, ct
Registered: May 2002
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posted 05-17-2007 05:33 PM
I know it's a pet peeve of mine, but if someone is going to build museum quality models, please tell them to get the correct paint pattern on the Saturn V. Only 500-F was painted that way and it wasn't a flight article.
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Mercury7
Member Posts: 360
From: Greenville, SC, USA
Registered: Aug 2006
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posted 05-17-2007 06:29 PM
Well luckily my audience would never notice that, however I love detail, too. But it really is a very nice model. I am in awe because of the size. |
KSCartist
Member Posts: 2896
From: Titusville, FL USA
Registered: Feb 2005
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posted 05-17-2007 06:55 PM
It looks like the Saturn and Ares models are the same scale - is that so?Do you know if he'll make the entire series of models Redstone through Ares the same scale and if it might be 1/144 also? All the best to his son, that he gets well soon. Tim |
Mercury7
Member Posts: 360
From: Greenville, SC, USA
Registered: Aug 2006
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posted 05-17-2007 07:45 PM
I can not speak for him, however since the Gemini and the Redstone are almost the same height as the Ares I would say he is just going for big. I have thought about this and was wanting to obtain some small man or animal figures to place on the base of each to give a sense of scale for the children, or maybe I can come up with a graphic to put behind the model in the same scale. |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 42982
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 05-17-2007 07:50 PM
None of the models appear to be in scale with each other. Even the two Ares seem to be out of scale with each other (at least based on the current plans for each). Thus I believe you are correct when you say he is "just going for big." |
Mercury7
Member Posts: 360
From: Greenville, SC, USA
Registered: Aug 2006
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posted 05-17-2007 08:20 PM
I am not sure of the scale between the Ares 1 and V. I can say that I have not pushed the Ares 1 all the way down on its stalk yet so in actuality it is approx 3 inches shorter, which would be 30 ft? Assuming this is 1/100 scale or so, sorry, I am not as up on it as I should be. |
NightHawk117
Member Posts: 325
From: USA
Registered: Oct 2006
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posted 05-17-2007 08:38 PM
The Ares I & V are done in 1/120 scale:Ares I = 32 1/2"
Ares V = 36" |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 42982
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 05-17-2007 08:56 PM
I stand corrected. The positioning of the Ares I on its peg in the pictures above gave the appearance that it was out of scale. The latest specs I have noted for Ares I and Ares V have the earlier standing 320.7' and the latter 363' (same height as the Saturn V). As NightHawk117 pointed out, that's roughly 1:120 scale for each. |
Rob Sumowski
Member Posts: 466
From: Macon, Georgia
Registered: Feb 2000
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posted 05-18-2007 07:34 AM
This information about scale is so helpful. Is there anyone among us who could take this great info and create a chart with the Gemini-Titan, Mercury-Atlas, and Mercury-Redstone to show their relative height, too? It would finish the mental picture for me. Thanks, guys- Rob |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 42982
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 05-18-2007 09:00 AM
There are a few commercially-produced charts that provide a size comparison between the rockets (though none of them as of yet include Ares): |
Mercury7
Member Posts: 360
From: Greenville, SC, USA
Registered: Aug 2006
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posted 05-18-2007 09:15 AM
Here is another graphic. |
NightHawk117
Member Posts: 325
From: USA
Registered: Oct 2006
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posted 05-21-2007 02:39 PM
My Ares and Saturn V arrived Friday and they are HUGE! They are both great for the price. |
RocketmanRob
Member Posts: 268
From: New York City USA
Registered: Mar 2005
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posted 05-21-2007 09:13 PM
How do you go about ordering these? The website is not up and running yet. I'd like to see what they are pricing these at.Thanks, Rob |
Mercury7
Member Posts: 360
From: Greenville, SC, USA
Registered: Aug 2006
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posted 05-21-2007 09:30 PM
Hi Rob, go to eBay and look for eBay seller turbinemongoose and send him a private message there. I was told that is the way he preferred to be contacted for now. Scott |
Orthon
Member Posts: 144
From: San Tan Valley, Arizona 85143
Registered: May 2002
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posted 05-23-2007 06:58 PM
Too bad the paint scheme is wrong. It detracts from the model quite a bit. |
Mercury7
Member Posts: 360
From: Greenville, SC, USA
Registered: Aug 2006
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posted 05-23-2007 07:31 PM
I guess there is bliss not being knowlegeble about such things....I would bet money this is not one of the questions I will be asked |
Cliff Lentz
Member Posts: 655
From: Philadelphia, PA USA
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 05-29-2007 08:01 AM
Does anybody know if there is any technical reason for a paint scheme or are we just talking aesthetics here. Is there thermal reasons that some parts of the Saturn V is black? If there is no reason, won't be cheaper NOT to have a paint scheme and just go with an all white vehicle.Cliff |
KSCartist
Member Posts: 2896
From: Titusville, FL USA
Registered: Feb 2005
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posted 05-29-2007 06:57 PM
Cliff, you'll get more detailed responses but the reason for the paint scheme is to assist in long range photography during launch. You'll notice specific patterns in the black paint. It's not just aesthetics.Tim |
collocation
Member Posts: 383
From: McLean, VA, USA
Registered: Feb 2004
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posted 05-30-2007 08:18 PM
This thread has more info on the color scheme. |
apollo11lem5
Member Posts: 528
From: Seminole, Florida, United States
Registered: May 2000
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posted 07-01-2007 01:46 PM
I would just like to chime in on this post by saying that the quality of the Ares 1 & 5 are tremendous values. I just purchased and am awaiting delivery on a Delta 2 rocket. Tony is just splendid to deal with and deserves to be considered for your business. I do not know Tony except for my dealings with him and he is a joy to deal with and his models are tremendous values! I am one customer that is extremely satisfied and will buy more from Tony! Best To All... Donald Brady |
GACspaceguy
Member Posts: 2474
From: Guyton, GA
Registered: Jan 2006
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posted 07-01-2007 03:09 PM
I want to echo Donald's post. I received my Ares I and V yesterday, they are outstanding! |
Rob Sumowski
Member Posts: 466
From: Macon, Georgia
Registered: Feb 2000
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posted 07-02-2007 01:26 PM
I now have the 1/100 Saturn V and 1/72 Saturn 1B each signed by at least one person from each mission that flew them... and the 1/32 Gemini Titan signed by crew of GT-12. The models are not absolutely perfect as far as accuracy, however they are pretty darned close and the quality is excellent. And like Don Brady, Tony treated me great. I'm very happy.
Rob |
NightHawk117
Member Posts: 325
From: USA
Registered: Oct 2006
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posted 07-09-2007 05:24 PM
Rob, where did you buy the 1B and Gemini? I have watched for them on eBay and checked to see if his website is open and neither have had the models for sale. |
RocketmanRob
Member Posts: 268
From: New York City USA
Registered: Mar 2005
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posted 01-02-2008 07:52 PM
Does anyone happen to have Tony's direct e-mail? I'd like to contact him regarding the Gemini-Titan rocket that he has done for a few cSers. Saw Rob S's at the UACC show and have been interested in getting one since. Unfortunately, the model is not listed on his website.Thanks, Rob |
Rob Sumowski
Member Posts: 466
From: Macon, Georgia
Registered: Feb 2000
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posted 01-04-2008 01:04 PM
Hi R-Rob:I e-mailed Tony directly. I have lost my home data base of sent e-mails, but I believe his e-mail started with "enforcer" or something similar... Why don't you try to ask him a question about an existing item for sale on eBay and then ask him the other questions when he repomnds? Just an idea. Also, Nighthawk, forgive me as I never saw the question above that you posted to me in July until today. I got the Gemini and I-B models directly through Tony via e-mail. He has never listed either on eBay. I have no idea why not, because I imagine they sure would sell. Good luck, guys! Rob |
RocketmanRob
Member Posts: 268
From: New York City USA
Registered: Mar 2005
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posted 01-04-2008 06:54 PM
Rob-I'll give the ebay account a try. Really liked the Gemini-Titan you had at the show in Florida. How many astros did you finally get to sign it? Thanks for the help! Rob
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NightHawk117
Member Posts: 325
From: USA
Registered: Oct 2006
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posted 01-05-2008 01:35 PM
I have tried for months to buy the models and I keep getting the run around! His email is: enforcer@nac.net Good Luck and let me know the outcome!
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Rob Sumowski
Member Posts: 466
From: Macon, Georgia
Registered: Feb 2000
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posted 01-05-2008 08:58 PM
Hi Rob:I intended to get a Gemini crew completion. At KSC, I hoped to get the Gemini 12 crew to sign the Titan, but stopped with Lovell after I learned that Buzz wanted $300 to sign it. Lovell signed it with "Gemini 7" and "Gemini 12," so I still have a reasonable chance to get a crew completion from Borman in the future, and I seriously doubt Borman would charge $300. Nighthawk, regarding the large Titan and Sat 1-B, I know what you mean...I also got the impression that Tony seems reluctant to part with them. Perhaps there are quantity issues. He sure sells them when he wants to, so maybe he'll restock and resume selling. Keep trying. Rob |
apollo11lem5
Member Posts: 528
From: Seminole, Florida, United States
Registered: May 2000
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posted 01-25-2008 02:16 PM
Hello All... I just received a Saturn 1B, Saturn V and Mercury Redstone. They are all packed amazingly well and ALL arrived in PERFECT CONDITION!! With all flight fins and escape towers in perfect condition!! Very well done. One more coming... a Gemini-Titan. Great models, great price and packed meticulously. THANK YOU Tony!! ...Donald Brady |
NightHawk117
Member Posts: 325
From: USA
Registered: Oct 2006
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posted 01-25-2008 03:47 PM
Donald,How did you buy them? E-mail or off ebay? I have tried everything! Thanks |
RocketmanRob
Member Posts: 268
From: New York City USA
Registered: Mar 2005
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posted 01-25-2008 05:41 PM
Donald:I'd be curious how you contacted Tony as well. I've tried sending several messages regarding a Gemini-Titan via his ebay store, however, have received no responses. Thanks, Rob |
apollo11lem5
Member Posts: 528
From: Seminole, Florida, United States
Registered: May 2000
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posted 01-26-2008 07:08 AM
Hello All....Tony has not posted all his models on Ebay as yet however he can be reached at the following email address: enforcer@nac.net . He gave me permission to pass this email addy to anyone that desired it. It was also posted earlier in this thread. Tony is a very affable fellow and will try to accomodate anyone that contacts him. Best To All....Donald Brady |
MB
Member Posts: 155
From: Olmsted Falls, Ohio U.S.A.
Registered: Jul 2005
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posted 07-22-2008 11:12 AM
I'm interested in purchasing the Ares I & V model set from Jetstream Collectibles but have not seen it recently on their website. I tried to contact Tony but have not heard back from him yet. Does anyone know if this model is still available? |
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