1:200 737-200

Haloweve · 03-25-2003, 05:01 PM

I am new to the 1:200 world and would love to buy a 737-200 for my collection. The livery is quite open but a carrier from the "left"side of the pond would be a bonus. So far I have the Herpa Premium ANZ 747-400 and UAL 727-200. I am looking for something as close to that quality as possible. The problem is that I have heard mixed opinions of the Skyline products and I am not sure what else is out there. Any suggestions?

Mike

Colorado Flyer · 03-25-2003, 11:46 PM

Try an Inflight model. They are available from www.jetstreamsusa.com I recently received my first Inflight model, a United 737-200 in the current color scheme. They are diecast with really nice detail, including antennas, anti-collision lights, and rubber wheels. In my opinion, the Herpa Premium Series models are still the best, but these the Inflight models in the 1:200 scale are the next best.

Haloweve · 03-26-2003, 12:58 AM

Thanks for the response. I didn't even think of Inflight. How is the engine (fan blades) detail? Also, how long did it take to get you UAL 737-200? I see that you have to preorder it.

Colorado Flyer · 03-26-2003, 01:45 AM

The fan blade detail is good, but unlike the Herpa Premium Series models they do not spin when you blow in to them. Although, on my Herpa Premium 737-300's, I don't think the blades spin like they do on the 747-400 and A300-600 models.

The Inflight United 737 was in stock when I ordered mine, so I had it within a week. Another source for the Inflight Models is Aviation Retail Direct in London. I've been trying to get a United DC-10 from them, but they are proving difficult to deal with. I only wish Jetstreams USA hadn't sold out of the DC-10.

Haloweve · 03-26-2003, 02:11 AM

Well I went with the Casino Express from Jetstreams. It wasn't in stock (neither was the United), so I am sure I'll have to wait. I will post some pics when it arrives. Thanks again for the help.

03-25-2003, 05:01 PM	#1
Haloweve Collector Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 75	1:200 737-200 I am new to the 1:200 world and would love to buy a 737-200 for my collection. The livery is quite open but a carrier from the "left"side of the pond would be a bonus. So far I have the Herpa Premium ANZ 747-400 and UAL 727-200. I am looking for something as close to that quality as possible. The problem is that I have heard mixed opinions of the Skyline products and I am not sure what else is out there. Any suggestions? Mike

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03-25-2003, 11:46 PM	#2
Colorado Flyer Junior Collector Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Greenwood Village, Colorado USA Posts: 31	Try an Inflight model. They are available from www.jetstreamsusa.com I recently received my first Inflight model, a United 737-200 in the current color scheme. They are diecast with really nice detail, including antennas, anti-collision lights, and rubber wheels. In my opinion, the Herpa Premium Series models are still the best, but these the Inflight models in the 1:200 scale are the next best.

03-26-2003, 12:58 AM	#3
Haloweve Collector Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 75	Thanks for the response. I didn't even think of Inflight. How is the engine (fan blades) detail? Also, how long did it take to get you UAL 737-200? I see that you have to preorder it.

03-26-2003, 01:45 AM	#4
Colorado Flyer Junior Collector Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Greenwood Village, Colorado USA Posts: 31	The fan blade detail is good, but unlike the Herpa Premium Series models they do not spin when you blow in to them. Although, on my Herpa Premium 737-300's, I don't think the blades spin like they do on the 747-400 and A300-600 models. The Inflight United 737 was in stock when I ordered mine, so I had it within a week. Another source for the Inflight Models is Aviation Retail Direct in London. I've been trying to get a United DC-10 from them, but they are proving difficult to deal with. I only wish Jetstreams USA hadn't sold out of the DC-10.

03-26-2003, 02:11 AM	#5
Haloweve Collector Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 75	Well I went with the Casino Express from Jetstreams. It wasn't in stock (neither was the United), so I am sure I'll have to wait. I will post some pics when it arrives. Thanks again for the help.