Monday 4 September 2023

AOSHIMA THUNDERBIRD 2

 As Thunderbirds are back on  UK TV, here's a trio of photos showing the Aoshima Thunderbird 2, which I posted on the blog way back in 2011. 






9 comments:

  1. This is a beautiful model Scoop, and the photos you've taken really do it justice. Pity they never made a Thunderbird Three to the same scale.

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    1. That would have been a huge model, Bill.

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    2. Yes, you're right there, I've got the new series TB3 which is to the same rough scale as the Aoshima, and its too big to fit in the cabinet.

      Ultimately its about demand and costs, and who would be prepared to pay in excess of £350 to £400 for for it. Let alone have the space, and an understanding wife too!

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    3. I've seen a fair number of large scratch-built TB3's on display at various events which would fit the bill, but assuming you can get permission from 'er indoors, like you say you'd need a tall display cabinet.

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  2. That is a magnificent beast - wow! More “studio worthy” scenes! SFZ

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    1. Thanks Zigg. As it's a die cast, the only giveaway is the join line.

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    2. Wow, I did not know that this was a die-cast - your pro photography hides it well! SFZ

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  3. Great shots Scoop, a worthy tribute to the TV series starting again. Could it be a third original Thunderbirds craze I wonder?

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  4. Crikey, I had no idea the Aoshima stuff were die casts. They almost look like they're some kind of vinyl plastic.
    Great shots, as ever Scoop.

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