Chronocidal Posted June 16, 2021 Posted June 16, 2021 Oh. Whoa. Ok.. I might not bite on Frontier stuff, but I would be all over Macross Plus.
vladykins Posted June 16, 2021 Posted June 16, 2021 So they removed Noel from a "management" position potentially to smooth things over with BW?
JB0 Posted June 17, 2021 Posted June 17, 2021 Wow. I'm surprised Big West is willing to work with them after the Zero thing. Hmm... I wonder if the change in management is related to this.
Dobber Posted June 17, 2021 Posted June 17, 2021 (edited) Oh wow! Frontier era fighters!! That will be awesome as they are some of my favorites! Chris Edited June 17, 2021 by Dobber
jvmacross Posted June 17, 2021 Author Posted June 17, 2021 Nice....hopefully this mean KitzConcept can also get in on the action...
TheLoneWolf Posted June 17, 2021 Posted June 17, 2021 On 6/16/2021 at 2:18 PM, Vifam7 said: Calibre Wings just posted this on their Facebook page. I'm also surprised to see that Big West is now working with Calibre Wings, especially after Noel publically stated that he has no regrets on ripping off the Macross Zero IP and accused Big West of being on a high horse and discriminating against foreigners. And to clarify, Big West's past policy was to refrain from doing business with Harmony Gold's licensees, not foreigners in general. Just ask Manga Entertainment or any foreign convention that's hosted Macross creators. But if Big West is willing to bury the hatchet with Calibre Wings, then I have no qualm with CW either.
Einherjar Posted June 17, 2021 Posted June 17, 2021 (edited) I don’t buy it. It sounds too easy that things can change so quickly from just throwing their PR drama queen under the bus. Edited June 17, 2021 by Einherjar
Sanity is Optional Posted June 18, 2021 Posted June 18, 2021 I'm a bit surprised that the "Dream Cats" Macross Zero F-14 is still up for sale on their website. So either they're blowing smoke, or they've definitely reached an agreement with BW somehow.
sketchley Posted June 18, 2021 Posted June 18, 2021 2 hours ago, Einherjar said: I don’t buy it. It sounds too easy that things can change so quickly from just throwing their PR drama queen under the bus. Money greases many wheels. CW were already on BW's radar, and all that was stopping the money train was a thorn... that was subsequently pruned.
Einherjar Posted June 18, 2021 Posted June 18, 2021 (edited) 11 hours ago, sketchley said: Money greases many wheels. CW were already on BW's radar, and all that was stopping the money train was a thorn... that was subsequently pruned. Noel is the owner of Calibre Wings, and he just trolled a whole lot of you good in addition to getting your money. Edited June 18, 2021 by Einherjar
Stampeed Valkyrie Posted June 18, 2021 Posted June 18, 2021 I've been happy with these releases, I think the only one I did not end up getting was the unpainted release, probably cause there are only 12 of them. As for Macross Frontier.. meh, the same with Delta. I would not rule it out, but not my thing.
Sanity is Optional Posted June 18, 2021 Posted June 18, 2021 5 hours ago, Einherjar said: Noel is the owner of Calibre Wings, and he just trolled a whole lot of you good in addition to getting your money. I worked for a start up (for almost a decade), where the founder/CEO/owner was asked to retire by the investors (who could have forced the issue). It can happen.
Einherjar Posted June 18, 2021 Posted June 18, 2021 (edited) Noel laughing at all of you on Facebook right now for this can also happen, because of a lack of context. Edited June 18, 2021 by Einherjar
Kyp Durron Posted June 18, 2021 Posted June 18, 2021 On 6/16/2021 at 1:53 PM, Sanity is Optional said: If they make diecast VF-25/27/29 I am absolutely down for it.
Kyp Durron Posted June 18, 2021 Posted June 18, 2021 On 6/17/2021 at 8:31 AM, Dobber said: Oh wow! Frontier era fighters!! That will be awesome as they are some of my favorites! Chris Indeed! I'd also LOVE to see a VF-0S as well.
jvmacross Posted June 18, 2021 Author Posted June 18, 2021 2 hours ago, Einherjar said: Noel laughing at all of you on Facebook right now for this can also happen, because of a lack of context.
slide Posted July 6, 2021 Posted July 6, 2021 6 hours ago, sh9000 said: apparently such a sale does not extend to a Canadian IP Address...
Corrinald Posted July 6, 2021 Posted July 6, 2021 Yeah I jumped on that one. Was planning to get the pair eventually but that's too good to pass up
ps99042 Posted July 7, 2021 Posted July 7, 2021 Picked up the M&M set but considering cancelling my BBTS for the Stealth and then adding the CF and Rick VF-1J too. They look so good especially after seeing Anymoon's reviews.
derex3592 Posted July 7, 2021 Posted July 7, 2021 Ya know....if I had nothing but money, I'd have all these on some cool floating shelves in my office at work. Damn, they do look good!
ValkAddict Posted July 12, 2021 Posted July 12, 2021 Has anyone ordered directly from the Calibre Wings website? Are they reliable? I'm interested in buying something from their sale. TIA for any feedback.
Chronocidal Posted July 12, 2021 Posted July 12, 2021 52 minutes ago, ValkAddict said: Has anyone ordered directly from the Calibre Wings website? Are they reliable? I'm interested in buying something from their sale. TIA for any feedback. I've ordered at least two of their F-14 releases directly from the website, due to issues getting supply at some local shops. Had no problems to speak of.
ValkAddict Posted July 12, 2021 Posted July 12, 2021 Thanks for your feedback @Chronocidal - appreciate it.
Dobber Posted July 12, 2021 Posted July 12, 2021 Yup, I ordered 1 or 2 Tomcats directly from them. No problems. Chris
ValkAddict Posted July 12, 2021 Posted July 12, 2021 Thanks @Dobber - good to know! Two MW members reporting good experiences, maybe I will take the plunge.
peter Posted July 13, 2021 Posted July 13, 2021 On 6/18/2021 at 1:26 PM, Einherjar said: Noel laughing at all of you on Facebook right now for this can also happen, because of a lack of context. Noel......this name seems familiar. Was he a member here ages ago, went by Black Aces or something like that or different guy?
vladykins Posted July 14, 2021 Posted July 14, 2021 14 hours ago, peter said: Noel......this name seems familiar. Was he a member here ages ago, went by Black Aces or something like that or different guy? Yep
Corrinald Posted July 29, 2021 Posted July 29, 2021 Received the M&M set that I purchased from the sale. Unfortunately the box was crushed and the box is heavily damaged. I imagine the models are fine but really disappointed the nice collectors box is trashed. Debating if it's worth griping to Calibre Wings...
Stampeed Valkyrie Posted July 29, 2021 Posted July 29, 2021 4 minutes ago, Corrinald said: Received the M&M set that I purchased from the sale. Unfortunately the box was crushed and the box is heavily damaged. I imagine the models are fine but really disappointed the nice collectors box is trashed. Debating if it's worth griping to Calibre Wings... Honestly, I would. If I bought something that was collector in nature and it came wrecked I would not hesitate. I personally have not ordered directly from Calibre Wings, All of my orders were via Flying Mule and they box their items very well. Just yesterday my VF-84 F-14 arrived and though delayed was in excellent shape. Excellent price on the M&M though, I too would go for it if I didn't already have it.
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