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Nice and usefull technics, but for weathering with oil for highlight effect, the oil should be applied before ( direct in paint ) or after gloss varnish ? It doesn't affect acrylic paints ???
@SoManyInterestsАй бұрын
If only your prepro prototype was close to this one…
@CalibreWingsАй бұрын
Why wouldn’t it be close to this? This is the prototype and the tooled test shot is the same
@archienovАй бұрын
I just got my Calibre Wings Mig-31 (283/800), so decided to watch this video to understand the engineering and components behind it. I really appreciate these behind the scenes videos. First of all, the weathering and details are great. The execution of magnets on this model is top notch, fits and holds much better than the F-14, SU-24 landing gears. The metal box container was interesting, haven't seen that before. I only have 2 complaints though which prevent me from calling my copy perfect. 1) The pitot tube droops down and has a loose fit. 2) Both canopies don't close flush and the rear cockpit is not aligned properly (a little offset to the left). To be honest, I am a little disappointed with those 2 issues. They may seem small but my OC nature cannot help but get fixated on alignment issues. But otherwise, it's a great model. If I could only fix those 2 issues, I'd call it perfect.
@UrsHoldinger18 күн бұрын
4 isues in fact: 3: the "Blue 09" number on the front wheel door lacks on the extended variant, printed only at the closed front wheel door. 4: the main landing gear - the leg on real MiG-31s is slightly angled backwards, the CW-leg stands vertical. And the realy worse thing: the diagonal linkage from the bottom of the wheel suspension to the wheel well - used for retract and extend - lacks! The main landing gear looks very fragile without the linkages - it's a pity and shouldn' t happen on a USD 280.00 model airplane.
@StratoArtАй бұрын
Gorgeous!
@VWaudiRULEs2 ай бұрын
Are you going to re-release this model? I really want a USAF F-16 Viper. I managed to get 87-0265 by Witty. Overall very decent plane (very nice to have the IFF antennae), but the canopy is too long and it ruins the silhouette. Of course the cockpit has no detail either. So I would prefer to get one from Calibre if they are to be produced. And an F-15EX, please (HB is several levels down).
@CalibreWings2 ай бұрын
We don’t re-release anything But we can look at other liveries from similar squadrons
@VWaudiRULEs4 күн бұрын
@@CalibreWings Just got this from eBay. Sick Viper. You should definitely make more. Do an advanced Viper with a JHMCS pilot, AIM-120C-5s and a gold-tinted canopy on a dark-grey livery.
@SuperiorAmericanGuy2 ай бұрын
They should do a super hornet toy that transforms as well due to top gun maverick.
@tmoore20102 ай бұрын
Will it fit on a detolf shelf?
@turbointegra823 ай бұрын
This is so exciting. I've wanted on of these in diecast for 20+ years. Almost got a mahogany version. So glad I waited. Just picked up one of your guys SU22 fitter in the new tooling. It's absolutely beautiful. You guys have really stepped up the quality and it's wonderful!
@alfarizirayanugroho29843 ай бұрын
like ke 99
@indahnyasekolahkehidupan67423 ай бұрын
Is the set come with doly machine loader?
@heavymetaldiecast4 ай бұрын
Is there anywhere to get another pitot tube? As I just bought White 22 new and am doing the unboxing video review on my channel and it has no pitot tube!!!
@s0me0ne11115 ай бұрын
This looks sweet, will definitely be picking it up, will be my first model. I wanted to ask if there are any more F14 Models planned from classic cats in the near future?
@charliemancuso56905 ай бұрын
Quality is critical. Thanks for being candid.
@DouglasDaSilvadds5 ай бұрын
This is amazing... I want one. Where can i get one please?
@CalibreWings5 ай бұрын
Please check our website www.calibrewings.com In May or June
@DouglasDaSilvadds5 ай бұрын
@@CalibreWings Great I will do that thank you so much.
@Patriot4075 ай бұрын
Noel I like caliber wing models. I’ve got quite a few of them in my collection, and I’m always amazed with the amount of detail. I understand you guys did elevate the diecast model marketing; you guys are transitioning it to different levels, and we are all glad to have caliber wings brought new tooling to the diecast market. I think we all can conclude this. One thing I would like to point out with you is that when it comes to the weathering of the model, this is just my humble opinion, and it’s not to criticize. as a collector. We all have different thoughts and ideas, especially when it comes to the weathering. I think that something should be left to the customer, or, I should say, the collector. I'm not sure if the manufacture can satisfy all these different ideas and thoughts. It would be impossible, And not to mention, some collectors like the models comes from the manufacturer in clean configuration, so I’m just trying to point out this precise point. A job well done!
@CalibreWings5 ай бұрын
Understood That is why we had the clean version before We will revert to a Clean and Weathered version going forward.
@archienov5 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing this video. I've never seen a QC stream before so it was interesting to see the process. Did I understand correctly that you personally inspect each unit that is produced before it gets packaged? If so, I do admire your dedication. However, I would like to note that some QC issues have made its way into my hands. Not sure if these were inspected by you, but the SU-24 I got had swing wings that were not properly aligned, so it seemed like one wing was drooping more than the other. Also, the F-16 Viper I have has a very subtle bend in its real tailfin. I have tried to fix both but because they're diecast, I am unable to straighten them out. However, the two F-14 models I have were practically perfect, which is amazing because I tend to always have issues with the F-14 from other manufacturers (especially with the alignment of the tailfins, rear stabilizers, swing wings, and pitot tube). Really looking forward to the Mig-31. I wasn't able to preorder a copy, but I do hope I can snag one when it is released.
@CalibreWings5 ай бұрын
I did not QC the SU-24 and which F-16 are you referring to? As I did not QC any of the wave 2 F-16s Thank you for the kind comments yes I look at every single Mig-31
@archienov5 ай бұрын
@@CalibreWings Hi. Thanks for the reply. The F-16 I have is the F-16D HAF 337 Mira Ghost from the Ultimate Vipers line. Item no. CA721602. Not sure if this was part of Wave 2.
@CalibreWings5 ай бұрын
it is wave 1 @@archienov
@Truth_Seeker_795 ай бұрын
Great work like always Noel in paying attention to detail is what we all diecast model enthusiasts push for 🙌🏽
@flightsim755 ай бұрын
I can feel the sincerity for the collectors. I'm always rooting for you.
@CalibreWings5 ай бұрын
Thank you Sir
@VWaudiRULEs5 ай бұрын
Just bought my only F-14 and it is one of yours. From what I can see in the photos/videos - great planes, man. Love it that you have a variety of original classic liveries, some of which are just right aesthetically - not too retro or flashy, and not too dull. Hope to see some more of those releases from the 1980s, where the Tomcat was still doing what it was designed for. Hope to see F-14A+ variants from that period as well. I really appreciate seeing some red on the Tomcat. I almost went for the Diamondbacks because of it. The red Tophatters tail would look great (without the black radome and cockpit).
@pavelkatz53742 ай бұрын
F-14B Tomcat - USN VF-101 Grim Reapers, AD101, NAS Oceana, VA, 1997 look for this one from hobby master
@VWaudiRULEs2 ай бұрын
@@pavelkatz5374 I appreciate it, the livery is very interesting. I'm not too fond of Hobby Master though. I wanted to buy their F-15EX and just stopped short, ending up buying an F-15C and an F-15E for parts. Their craftmanship is just not great. Maybe their moulds are more correct than, say, Witty/JC, but the finish is just rough, on everything. Panel lines look like trenches. I would say they are the worst of the bunch out there. Anyway I'm pretty happy with my Calibre Bedevilers F-14A. Maybe one day I'll buy an F-14B. And I only hope that Calibre re-release some USAF F-16Cs Block 50 and make an F-15EX, because I really want one.
@user-zm1yu4tx3s6 ай бұрын
Привет от коллекционеров из России! Спасибо Ноэлю Ли за лучшую дикаст модель в мире! 👍👍👍
@CalibreWings6 ай бұрын
thank you.
@joereedsmith15316 ай бұрын
Lack of magnification when applying paint details means that the details will look like crap under magnification.
@AxelLeJuste6 ай бұрын
Friendship from France
@AxelLeJuste6 ай бұрын
🎉 I receved my mig before Christmas, thanks father Noël (Lee), I hope in the future a mig-31 with the R-37M missile, a stand for thé mig, and the F-35B Singapore et US Navy (in the future).Happy holidays.🎉❤
@ComfortsSpecter6 ай бұрын
Pretty Beautiful Thank You
@Teotwobluntz6 ай бұрын
Young collector here 23 years old in America you guys adding normal and clean versions gives you an edge over hobby master competition 👀
@Saber_Artoria_Pendragon7777 ай бұрын
I' am so sorry that this has happen to you, but I hope you keep up the great work your model's are the best.
@robertkorth6057 ай бұрын
The Ghostrider was my first diecast military aircraft. I now have two of them, and even three of the CA721404. I love it. A work of art. Exact gap dimensions. Great paintwork. Great assembly. Chapeau! I now have almost all the Calibre Tomcats. Tomcat foreever. Hope Calibre keeps up the quality for the future.
@Truth_Seeker_797 ай бұрын
Excellent work Noel in details! When will these start shipping out?
@Darkbotsz57 ай бұрын
Hasbro and Paramount Transformers cinema And Tog gun cinema.
@PEE6277 ай бұрын
I like MIG-31 and wolf predator
@heavymetaldiecast7 ай бұрын
Fantastic, really shows how much goes into the finished product. For me in Australia Calibre Wings have been a fairly pricey diecast to buy (But I have around 5 or 6 now 🙂) but I well and truly understand that now....and I will second that Hustler request,haha......Awesome job and appreciate you showing the extra work that goes into your finished product 👍
@rpgiv31757 ай бұрын
I ordered my first Calibre Wings model thinking these were just manufactured and sent out like most other companies. I wasn't aware that they are fine detailed to such a degree. I appreciate the attention to detail. Looking forward to increasing my calibre wings fleet!
@Patriot4077 ай бұрын
Really excellent work. I can't wait for this model. I hope that Caliber Wings will provide more and more models like the F-22 F-15 and so forth
@diecastwingscollectors7 ай бұрын
Madness yet also complete commitment to an outstanding product! Well done Noel now bring on the Hustler!!!
@heavymetaldiecast7 ай бұрын
I can't wait for the Hustler also 😀
@mikefm47 ай бұрын
This is why I’m obsessed with CW. The attention to details make these as much pieces of art as they do aircraft models. They’re just amazing
@CalibreWings7 ай бұрын
Thank you Mike, we will strive to do better.
@MarkVersion18 ай бұрын
There's always be new collectors out there. I just bought a weathered ghostrider from calibre wings and now I want to get a red wingman and lightning fist. I would like to find a way of getting those at srp and not aftermarket prices.
@Patriot4078 ай бұрын
I already own a f-16 and 14 from CW, but after putting my hands on a Mig-31, witch I’m sure I will be satisfied, and then I will give the crown to Caliber Wings. I can’t wait for this one.
@phmwu73688 ай бұрын
Finally a superb model of the Convair B-58 Hustler (I contacted the crew who flew the May 1961 Trans-Atlantic flight in " The FireFly " because of the pilot wrist watches they wore ! ) #MoonwatchUniverse
@user-bo6ux1rg7h9 ай бұрын
Amazing work but nothing can save that dumpster fire bot design
@LePopCollectibles9 ай бұрын
I'm taken aback that 木东 doesn't know that F-16 horizontal stabilizers are supposed to be at an angle, and not aligned with the wings horizontally. Thank you, Noel, for the point by point explanations.
@SuperiorAmericanGuy9 ай бұрын
Americas biggest mistake with Iran is to export the F-14s to Iran instead to Taiwan and Ukraine.
@Patriot40710 ай бұрын
magnificent model. This is one of my favorite F-16s made by Caliber. The only problem I have with mine is that the canopy doesn't stay in the open position, The other thing is that those rubber washers could be easily ruined. It would’ve been a good idea for Caliber Wings to add at least one set of these washers with a model. They are so tiny, and if you drop one of them, good luck finding it.
@byHobbyMaster10 ай бұрын
Use new factory? Or old factory, because, I see your video with white box
@user-gk6ry9ev1h10 ай бұрын
you detail is great but this totally takes away from the realism of an F-14s cockpit. I wont be buying anymore of your products unless you somehow make a VF-51 Screaming Eagles. Bye bye 8000 Philippine pesos on an otherwise great Macross product
@oshkanavarroueda-qw7cq10 ай бұрын
Many factory on china, leave from this factory
@Schlachtkreutzer11 ай бұрын
Thank you for your very Great work, you make a lot of collectors all over the world very happy and thank you for such great models, simply fantastic, the details are outstandingly unbelievable.🫵👍🫶🫵👍🫶🫵👍🫶👏👏👏👏👏👏
@dominicconolly121911 ай бұрын
my low vis VF-1S came with a defective rear landing gear. Its totally bent. very disappointed
@Residentrounds11 ай бұрын
just got my f14 and the missle attachment is terrible, everything including the landing gear keeps falling out. never getting a calibre wings model again
@Patriot407 Жыл бұрын
I'm a fan of Caliber Wings, and they make great models, but hopefully they will expand the range of models. I've got the F-16 from them, which was the first wave. I paid a lot extra, but it turns out it was worth every penny. We don't know what the future holds, but I'm hoping that Caliber Wings will continue with their sharp approach to making fine models.
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Nice and usefull technics, but for weathering with oil for highlight effect, the oil should be applied before ( direct in paint ) or after gloss varnish ? It doesn't affect acrylic paints ???
If only your prepro prototype was close to this one…
Why wouldn’t it be close to this? This is the prototype and the tooled test shot is the same
I just got my Calibre Wings Mig-31 (283/800), so decided to watch this video to understand the engineering and components behind it. I really appreciate these behind the scenes videos. First of all, the weathering and details are great. The execution of magnets on this model is top notch, fits and holds much better than the F-14, SU-24 landing gears. The metal box container was interesting, haven't seen that before. I only have 2 complaints though which prevent me from calling my copy perfect. 1) The pitot tube droops down and has a loose fit. 2) Both canopies don't close flush and the rear cockpit is not aligned properly (a little offset to the left). To be honest, I am a little disappointed with those 2 issues. They may seem small but my OC nature cannot help but get fixated on alignment issues. But otherwise, it's a great model. If I could only fix those 2 issues, I'd call it perfect.
4 isues in fact: 3: the "Blue 09" number on the front wheel door lacks on the extended variant, printed only at the closed front wheel door. 4: the main landing gear - the leg on real MiG-31s is slightly angled backwards, the CW-leg stands vertical. And the realy worse thing: the diagonal linkage from the bottom of the wheel suspension to the wheel well - used for retract and extend - lacks! The main landing gear looks very fragile without the linkages - it's a pity and shouldn' t happen on a USD 280.00 model airplane.
Gorgeous!
Are you going to re-release this model? I really want a USAF F-16 Viper. I managed to get 87-0265 by Witty. Overall very decent plane (very nice to have the IFF antennae), but the canopy is too long and it ruins the silhouette. Of course the cockpit has no detail either. So I would prefer to get one from Calibre if they are to be produced. And an F-15EX, please (HB is several levels down).
We don’t re-release anything But we can look at other liveries from similar squadrons
@@CalibreWings Just got this from eBay. Sick Viper. You should definitely make more. Do an advanced Viper with a JHMCS pilot, AIM-120C-5s and a gold-tinted canopy on a dark-grey livery.
They should do a super hornet toy that transforms as well due to top gun maverick.
Will it fit on a detolf shelf?
This is so exciting. I've wanted on of these in diecast for 20+ years. Almost got a mahogany version. So glad I waited. Just picked up one of your guys SU22 fitter in the new tooling. It's absolutely beautiful. You guys have really stepped up the quality and it's wonderful!
like ke 99
Is the set come with doly machine loader?
Is there anywhere to get another pitot tube? As I just bought White 22 new and am doing the unboxing video review on my channel and it has no pitot tube!!!
This looks sweet, will definitely be picking it up, will be my first model. I wanted to ask if there are any more F14 Models planned from classic cats in the near future?
Quality is critical. Thanks for being candid.
This is amazing... I want one. Where can i get one please?
Please check our website www.calibrewings.com In May or June
@@CalibreWings Great I will do that thank you so much.
Noel I like caliber wing models. I’ve got quite a few of them in my collection, and I’m always amazed with the amount of detail. I understand you guys did elevate the diecast model marketing; you guys are transitioning it to different levels, and we are all glad to have caliber wings brought new tooling to the diecast market. I think we all can conclude this. One thing I would like to point out with you is that when it comes to the weathering of the model, this is just my humble opinion, and it’s not to criticize. as a collector. We all have different thoughts and ideas, especially when it comes to the weathering. I think that something should be left to the customer, or, I should say, the collector. I'm not sure if the manufacture can satisfy all these different ideas and thoughts. It would be impossible, And not to mention, some collectors like the models comes from the manufacturer in clean configuration, so I’m just trying to point out this precise point. A job well done!
Understood That is why we had the clean version before We will revert to a Clean and Weathered version going forward.
Thanks for sharing this video. I've never seen a QC stream before so it was interesting to see the process. Did I understand correctly that you personally inspect each unit that is produced before it gets packaged? If so, I do admire your dedication. However, I would like to note that some QC issues have made its way into my hands. Not sure if these were inspected by you, but the SU-24 I got had swing wings that were not properly aligned, so it seemed like one wing was drooping more than the other. Also, the F-16 Viper I have has a very subtle bend in its real tailfin. I have tried to fix both but because they're diecast, I am unable to straighten them out. However, the two F-14 models I have were practically perfect, which is amazing because I tend to always have issues with the F-14 from other manufacturers (especially with the alignment of the tailfins, rear stabilizers, swing wings, and pitot tube). Really looking forward to the Mig-31. I wasn't able to preorder a copy, but I do hope I can snag one when it is released.
I did not QC the SU-24 and which F-16 are you referring to? As I did not QC any of the wave 2 F-16s Thank you for the kind comments yes I look at every single Mig-31
@@CalibreWings Hi. Thanks for the reply. The F-16 I have is the F-16D HAF 337 Mira Ghost from the Ultimate Vipers line. Item no. CA721602. Not sure if this was part of Wave 2.
it is wave 1 @@archienov
Great work like always Noel in paying attention to detail is what we all diecast model enthusiasts push for 🙌🏽
I can feel the sincerity for the collectors. I'm always rooting for you.
Thank you Sir
Just bought my only F-14 and it is one of yours. From what I can see in the photos/videos - great planes, man. Love it that you have a variety of original classic liveries, some of which are just right aesthetically - not too retro or flashy, and not too dull. Hope to see some more of those releases from the 1980s, where the Tomcat was still doing what it was designed for. Hope to see F-14A+ variants from that period as well. I really appreciate seeing some red on the Tomcat. I almost went for the Diamondbacks because of it. The red Tophatters tail would look great (without the black radome and cockpit).
F-14B Tomcat - USN VF-101 Grim Reapers, AD101, NAS Oceana, VA, 1997 look for this one from hobby master
@@pavelkatz5374 I appreciate it, the livery is very interesting. I'm not too fond of Hobby Master though. I wanted to buy their F-15EX and just stopped short, ending up buying an F-15C and an F-15E for parts. Their craftmanship is just not great. Maybe their moulds are more correct than, say, Witty/JC, but the finish is just rough, on everything. Panel lines look like trenches. I would say they are the worst of the bunch out there. Anyway I'm pretty happy with my Calibre Bedevilers F-14A. Maybe one day I'll buy an F-14B. And I only hope that Calibre re-release some USAF F-16Cs Block 50 and make an F-15EX, because I really want one.
Привет от коллекционеров из России! Спасибо Ноэлю Ли за лучшую дикаст модель в мире! 👍👍👍
thank you.
Lack of magnification when applying paint details means that the details will look like crap under magnification.
Friendship from France
🎉 I receved my mig before Christmas, thanks father Noël (Lee), I hope in the future a mig-31 with the R-37M missile, a stand for thé mig, and the F-35B Singapore et US Navy (in the future).Happy holidays.🎉❤
Pretty Beautiful Thank You
Young collector here 23 years old in America you guys adding normal and clean versions gives you an edge over hobby master competition 👀
I' am so sorry that this has happen to you, but I hope you keep up the great work your model's are the best.
The Ghostrider was my first diecast military aircraft. I now have two of them, and even three of the CA721404. I love it. A work of art. Exact gap dimensions. Great paintwork. Great assembly. Chapeau! I now have almost all the Calibre Tomcats. Tomcat foreever. Hope Calibre keeps up the quality for the future.
Excellent work Noel in details! When will these start shipping out?
Hasbro and Paramount Transformers cinema And Tog gun cinema.
I like MIG-31 and wolf predator
Fantastic, really shows how much goes into the finished product. For me in Australia Calibre Wings have been a fairly pricey diecast to buy (But I have around 5 or 6 now 🙂) but I well and truly understand that now....and I will second that Hustler request,haha......Awesome job and appreciate you showing the extra work that goes into your finished product 👍
I ordered my first Calibre Wings model thinking these were just manufactured and sent out like most other companies. I wasn't aware that they are fine detailed to such a degree. I appreciate the attention to detail. Looking forward to increasing my calibre wings fleet!
Really excellent work. I can't wait for this model. I hope that Caliber Wings will provide more and more models like the F-22 F-15 and so forth
Madness yet also complete commitment to an outstanding product! Well done Noel now bring on the Hustler!!!
I can't wait for the Hustler also 😀
This is why I’m obsessed with CW. The attention to details make these as much pieces of art as they do aircraft models. They’re just amazing
Thank you Mike, we will strive to do better.
There's always be new collectors out there. I just bought a weathered ghostrider from calibre wings and now I want to get a red wingman and lightning fist. I would like to find a way of getting those at srp and not aftermarket prices.
I already own a f-16 and 14 from CW, but after putting my hands on a Mig-31, witch I’m sure I will be satisfied, and then I will give the crown to Caliber Wings. I can’t wait for this one.
Finally a superb model of the Convair B-58 Hustler (I contacted the crew who flew the May 1961 Trans-Atlantic flight in " The FireFly " because of the pilot wrist watches they wore ! ) #MoonwatchUniverse
Amazing work but nothing can save that dumpster fire bot design
I'm taken aback that 木东 doesn't know that F-16 horizontal stabilizers are supposed to be at an angle, and not aligned with the wings horizontally. Thank you, Noel, for the point by point explanations.
Americas biggest mistake with Iran is to export the F-14s to Iran instead to Taiwan and Ukraine.
magnificent model. This is one of my favorite F-16s made by Caliber. The only problem I have with mine is that the canopy doesn't stay in the open position, The other thing is that those rubber washers could be easily ruined. It would’ve been a good idea for Caliber Wings to add at least one set of these washers with a model. They are so tiny, and if you drop one of them, good luck finding it.
Use new factory? Or old factory, because, I see your video with white box
you detail is great but this totally takes away from the realism of an F-14s cockpit. I wont be buying anymore of your products unless you somehow make a VF-51 Screaming Eagles. Bye bye 8000 Philippine pesos on an otherwise great Macross product
Many factory on china, leave from this factory
Thank you for your very Great work, you make a lot of collectors all over the world very happy and thank you for such great models, simply fantastic, the details are outstandingly unbelievable.🫵👍🫶🫵👍🫶🫵👍🫶👏👏👏👏👏👏
my low vis VF-1S came with a defective rear landing gear. Its totally bent. very disappointed
just got my f14 and the missle attachment is terrible, everything including the landing gear keeps falling out. never getting a calibre wings model again
I'm a fan of Caliber Wings, and they make great models, but hopefully they will expand the range of models. I've got the F-16 from them, which was the first wave. I paid a lot extra, but it turns out it was worth every penny. We don't know what the future holds, but I'm hoping that Caliber Wings will continue with their sharp approach to making fine models.
very nice plane but expensive!