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Title: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 10, 2014, 02:38:25 AM
A company in the US that will soon (hopefully) have some interesting subjects.

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e68/GTwiner/sigimg0_zps48a0a383.jpeg) (http://pilot-replicas.com)
Click on the logo to go to their website.

The owner, Claes Wahlund, has informed me that the 1/48 SAAB SK60/105 will hopefully be finished and available this summer (northern Hemisphere).  More importantly though, he also advised me that they have a 1/48 SAAB J-21within the next few months!  Here is a screenshot of the CAD file:

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e68/GTwiner/Skaumlrmavbild2013-11-14kl95054PM_zps546bc1ab.png)
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: LemonJello on April 10, 2014, 03:30:32 AM
That J-21 has all sorts of COIN possibilities, doesn't it? 

I looked their site over, are the kits resin or plastic?
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: Dr. YoKai on April 10, 2014, 09:00:21 AM
 I get the impression they'll be plastic - and I know somebody who will be thrilled by the J-21.
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 10, 2014, 04:58:57 PM
Not sure - try contacting them.

I want both kits...and then some! 

Basically a SK60A as a trainer...a SK60C as a light attacker ...and the J-21
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: PR19_Kit on April 12, 2014, 01:46:17 PM
A J-21R surely can't be far behind then.
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 13, 2014, 02:02:15 AM
Quote from: PR19_Kit on April 12, 2014, 01:46:17 PM
A J-21R surely can't be far behind then.

Maybe…it may also come from the direction of Tarangus who have advised that it is their intention to release kits of all the Saab fighters.
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: GTX_Admin on June 21, 2015, 06:04:11 AM
Test shots:

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xtp1/v/t1.0-9/11038730_613799592084033_3008441008913540797_n.jpg?oh=5383db3cbdb420818a08e0325d0216fb&oe=55A0E41B&__gda__=1436746285_26d732aed8fd3511c7f07e7953cf0932)
(https://scontent-ams.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/v/t1.0-9/11129920_613799638750695_4456019918433550404_n.jpg?oh=8f5c8c777bd8591d30c6b87dbdbb18d6&oe=559A87EC)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/11017188_613799898750669_9153447248774052881_n.jpg?oh=108a82a4df9b7b254d574728a40922ef&oe=55AD1F23&__gda__=1437163178_48224e7a31e7a7f9ac4e953d93171e69)
(http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j66/50m2/Pilot%20replicas%20J21%20A/20150603_173902826_iOS_zpsqofpi4s6.jpg)
(http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j66/50m2/Pilot%20replicas%20J21%20A/11282105_979897232020381_1670597810_n_zps8ixdyi8b.jpg)
(http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j66/50m2/Pilot%20replicas%20J21%20A/20150527_201318475_iOS_zps28ql5k5x.jpg)
(http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j66/50m2/Pilot%20replicas%20J21%20A/20150527_201301330_iOS_zpsx5qxjrxv.jpg)
(http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j66/50m2/Pilot%20replicas%20J21%20A/20150525_195420443_iOS_zpspv8valjk.jpg)
(http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j66/50m2/Pilot%20replicas%20J21%20A/20150603_164019455_iOS_zpsxhjakcbp.jpg)
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: GTX_Admin on June 21, 2015, 06:06:04 AM
More images (including build shots and sprue shots) here (http://ipmsdalarna.se/provbygge-av-pilot-replicas-saab-j21a-i-148-skala/)
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: Kerick on June 21, 2015, 06:57:10 AM
Looks good to me!
There are many whiff possibilities here.
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: The Big Gimper on June 21, 2015, 07:17:49 PM
I have two Special Hobby "aficionado scale" J-21A and J-21R to be completed as Boulton Paul Valiant PR.IV and PR.V

(http://i256.photobucket.com/albums/hh173/SPINNERS1961/WHAT%20IF%202013/RAFJ21A-1VALIANTFR404_zps0aa13f98.jpg)

Source: Spinners Strike Fighters
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: Volkodav on June 21, 2015, 08:07:05 PM
Nice, I like Swedish aircraft in general, well most things Swedish to be honest (although the GM developed SAAB cars were a blight on humanity)
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: GTX_Admin on August 05, 2015, 07:26:40 AM
Kit is now available to purchase.

Here is the box art:

(http://pilot-replicas.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/20150803_181526_resized.jpg)
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: GTX_Admin on February 27, 2016, 03:36:53 AM
(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/v/t1.0-9/12801299_743955079068483_3953618991085159905_n.png?oh=fa3ecb21f901f7c4ddb788d181fabc1b&oe=57702D28)
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: Volkodav on February 27, 2016, 10:06:43 AM
Nice, the SK60C is a nice looking aeroplane, I personally prefer its looks to either Hawk or Alphajet.
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: Buzzbomb on February 27, 2016, 11:58:34 AM
Hmmm interesting.
possible alternative Caprica viper basis ?
(http://media.battlestarwiki.org/images/5/5e/Vintage_Viper.jpg)
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: ysi_maniac on February 27, 2016, 05:55:04 PM
^^^^^
What is this beauty? :) :-*

BTW: love Saab 105 :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: jcf on February 28, 2016, 02:48:04 AM
Those are from the New Cap City virtual world that plays an important role in the
Battlestar Galactica prequel series Caprica.
They get launched from the airship equivalent of a Battlestar.

http://en.battlestarwiki.org/wiki/New_Cap_City (http://en.battlestarwiki.org/wiki/New_Cap_City)

(http://media.battlestarwiki.org/images/a/ae/New_Cap_dirigible%2C_1x05.jpg)
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: The Big Gimper on September 19, 2017, 01:06:05 AM
(http://modellbygge.ifokus.se/u2/1dce672b2ac399ad823d2aa030b0acb2/default/pilot-replicas-kommande.jpg)
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: Volkodav on September 19, 2017, 09:04:08 PM
What are they like?
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: jcf on September 20, 2017, 12:04:15 AM
J21
http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234988181-saab-j-21-a-3-148/ (http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234988181-saab-j-21-a-3-148/)

J29
http://www.hyperscale.com/2016/reviews/kits/pilotreplicas48a002reviewjh_1.htm (http://www.hyperscale.com/2016/reviews/kits/pilotreplicas48a002reviewjh_1.htm)

This was posted yesterday on the Pilot-Replicas Facebook page:
"Dear all Pilot-Replicas fans. As many of you have seen our webpage is temporary down. The reason is
that I will close all direct sales due to lack of time. I run this company on my dedicted hobby time and
currently my ordinary work takes more time than ever. This means we are not close down the company,
we still continue to work on the projects we have in pipeline. Though we will try to distribute our great
models to our retailers. Hope for understanding and see you soon !!"
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: The Big Gimper on September 25, 2021, 05:04:31 AM
Description: SAAB J29B 'Tunnan' 22 U.N fighter Squadron injection molded plastic kit incl PE parts & decals
Manufacturer:Pilot Replicas
Code Number:PR48A010

(https://d26qn1y84zs32g.cloudfront.net/pics/PR48A010.jpg?t=1632504695)
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: GTX_Admin on September 01, 2022, 01:12:18 AM
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52321419346_804fdcd475_c.jpg)
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: GTX_Admin on October 14, 2022, 01:12:18 AM
Quote from: GTX_Admin on September 01, 2022, 01:12:18 AM
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52321419346_804fdcd475_c.jpg)

This is now released
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: GTX_Admin on October 25, 2022, 01:26:06 AM
1/48 (?) Saab B-18 in development:

(https://scontent-cph2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/309266982_2676561022474536_779038420780137972_n.jpg?stp=cp6_dst-jpg&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=dbeb18&_nc_ohc=fMJvADnACBUAX8cAvw4&tn=yjrwxgx4qkYvJI7X&_nc_ht=scontent-cph2-1.xx&oh=00_AT9PBHHP4aXB_4ABvU3k3enCBCujwRQZOYkIgNkWY7Pg8Q&oe=635BBFD7)

Looks to be a B-18B variant:

(https://war-book.ru/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/00061851.jpg)
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 22, 2023, 03:25:44 AM
Box Art:

(https://i.postimg.cc/44965hr5/336061206-572424478326469-7617146256380494004-n.jpg)
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: GTX_Admin on October 25, 2023, 02:50:07 AM
(https://aeroscale.net/upload/media/entries/2023-10/23/3740-entry-0-1698096783.jpg)
Title: Re: Pilot-Replicas Inc
Post by: GTX_Admin on February 26, 2024, 12:58:58 AM
Now available:

(https://aeroscale.net/upload/media/entries/2024-02/25/4126-entry-0-1708870450.jpg)
(https://aeroscale.net/upload/media/entries/2024-02/25/4126-entry-7-1708870450.jpg)