Thinking about collecting 1/250

air tran · 03-19-2006, 01:28 AM

How detailed are the 1/250 scale models, compared to 1/400 scale? I need some input before I buy.

Thanks

jjorgemiami · 03-19-2006, 11:52 PM

I have all the DC-8s so far, except for the United freighter and the original release the Delta -61, and they are very impresive. I plan to order the AA and US MD-80s soon.

TWALOVER · 03-20-2006, 12:43 PM

If you like toys masquerading as models, then this just might be the toy-model line for you.

LAX1983 · 03-20-2006, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by TWALOVER

If you like toys masquerading as models, then this just might be the toy-model line for you.

U MEAN LIKE YOUR MOM *****?

ba43 · 03-20-2006, 06:33 PM

TWALoser is just joking around. Pay no attention to his rants. He's special. He really just likes to stir things up and we just kind of let him hang out in the corner. He seems to be happy there. (HEY!! You stand there and keep your nose in that circle!!)

Seriously, the 1:250 line from Gemini Jets is a fine addition that you won't be disappointed with. It's well made and looks great. Especially next to some of the old Aero Mini's if you have any of them.

Just decide for yourself with any of them. They all are first rate. Except for the Delta DC-8-61. It's one you'll be hard pressed to locate. Maybe on E-bay but you can't find one from any retailer anymore. They were released in limited quantities and were all scooped up.

Try one, you'll be happy with it.

BA43

TWALOVER · 03-20-2006, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by ba43

Try one, you'll be happy with it.

Yeah, just look in any kid's cereal box. That's where I got my GJ toy 250 scale plane. But be careful, cause they don't land very well after being thrown across the room.

Mommy, mommy... my new crappy toy plane broke!

richie154 · 03-21-2006, 02:12 AM

Gemini 1:250s are really nice, especially the American and Alaska MD-80s. *wow!*

Agent X20 · 03-21-2006, 04:48 AM

Lovely but limited... think of what you want to collect, if its very varied .. go for 1/200....

Canamwing · 03-21-2006, 01:26 PM

I like them as well. I think a lot of people as not happy about missing the very limited first release and that has coused some sourness towards the models.

crownvic · 03-21-2006, 07:51 PM

Made for collectors by collectors...They are great models!

Goonybird · 03-22-2006, 09:42 AM

been collecting the GJ250's since the start. So have the DC8's and most others.
But I have seen the light. And the way of the light is 1/200th.

Inflight......................ahh.

TWALOVER · 03-22-2006, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by crownvic

Made for collectors by collectors...

Made for collectors by collectors... who want to get into the toy business.

crownvic · 03-22-2006, 05:01 PM

TWALOVER arent you missing the letter "T" just before the "L" ???

Flying Ace · 03-23-2006, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by crownvic

TWALOVER arent you missing the letter "T" just before the "L" ???

You made my day...that was clever! What about your sexual prowess?

crownvic · 03-23-2006, 04:38 PM

Flying Ace you dont want to know!

TWALOVER · 03-23-2006, 09:51 PM

You people are sick. It's no wonder you like 250 scale models.

psalover · 03-24-2006, 02:26 PM

Now Now guys, Lets all get along...TWALOVER has the right to his opinion. Now I do diagree with his opinion, but that is my opinion (new word of the day...Opinion

) Anyway We can't just have all positive, and no negative.Air Tran, If you look at how many like it vs. how many dislike it, then you should be able to gauge it.

Air Tran, I'll tell you what. I would be willing to sell you one.Take a look at it. If you like it,Keep it! If you dislike it,send it back, and I will refund you your money.The only money you would be out is the funds to send it back.The only disclaimer I have is that the plane has to be in the same condition that I sent it to you in.I am a retailer, and I have had several dealing with people on here.PM me if you are interested. I just placed my order on the new US Air MD-82, So I can get you one of those if you want....Flying Ace...Got you covered.

Dave

03-19-2006, 01:28 AM	#1
air tran Master Collector Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Dallas, Texas Age: 32 Posts: 585	Thinking about collecting 1/250 How detailed are the 1/250 scale models, compared to 1/400 scale? I need some input before I buy. Thanks __________________ Ozark Airlines

03-19-2006, 11:52 PM	#2
jjorgemiami Complete Wacko! Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: MIAMI Age: 47 Posts: 5,496	I have all the DC-8s so far, except for the United freighter and the original release the Delta -61, and they are very impresive. I plan to order the AA and US MD-80s soon. __________________ Fly United Airlines we are R I S I N G !

03-21-2006, 02:12 AM	#7
richie154 Retired Hookah Master Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley of Heart's Delight Age: 24 Posts: 3,718	Gemini 1:250s are really nice, especially the American and Alaska MD-80s. wow! __________________ The Devil can cite Scripture for his purpose. An evil soul producing holy witness is like a villian with a smiling cheek, a goodly apple rotten at the heart. Oh, what a goodly outside falsehood hath! Private Pilot: 10/20/2005 Private Multi Engine: 05/09/2008 The more things change, the more Mesa still sucks.

03-21-2006, 04:48 AM	#8
Agent X20 Insane Collector Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: UK Posts: 1,264	Lovely but limited... think of what you want to collect, if its very varied .. go for 1/200.... __________________ Agent X20

03-21-2006, 07:51 PM	#10
crownvic Junior Miss City of Orlando Join Date: Jun 1999 Location: Orlando FL Posts: 3,146	Made for collectors by collectors...They are great models! __________________ *SOON CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF CONTINUOUS STUPIDITY AND STILL FOLLOWING NOT LEADING* "Hey Andy, unless we get some Police Package Crown Victorias, I'm quitting, and you can have your bullet back!" And yes, I did do Aunt Bea,,,she was great!

03-20-2006, 12:43 PM	#3
TWALOVER space cadet Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Berkeley, CA Posts: 720	If you like toys masquerading as models, then this just might be the toy-model line for you.

03-20-2006, 06:33 PM	#5
ba43 Collector Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 53	TWALoser is just joking around. Pay no attention to his rants. He's special. He really just likes to stir things up and we just kind of let him hang out in the corner. He seems to be happy there. (HEY!! You stand there and keep your nose in that circle!!) Seriously, the 1:250 line from Gemini Jets is a fine addition that you won't be disappointed with. It's well made and looks great. Especially next to some of the old Aero Mini's if you have any of them. Just decide for yourself with any of them. They all are first rate. Except for the Delta DC-8-61. It's one you'll be hard pressed to locate. Maybe on E-bay but you can't find one from any retailer anymore. They were released in limited quantities and were all scooped up. Try one, you'll be happy with it. BA43

03-21-2006, 01:26 PM	#9
Canamwing Master Collector Join Date: Aug 2000 Posts: 544	I like them as well. I think a lot of people as not happy about missing the very limited first release and that has coused some sourness towards the models.

03-22-2006, 09:42 AM	#11
Goonybird Get the Fokkers Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 56	been collecting the GJ250's since the start. So have the DC8's and most others. But I have seen the light. And the way of the light is 1/200th. Inflight......................ahh. __________________ See the World - Fly TW@

03-22-2006, 05:01 PM	#13
crownvic Junior Miss City of Orlando Join Date: Jun 1999 Location: Orlando FL Posts: 3,146	TWALOVER arent you missing the letter "T" just before the "L" ??? __________________ *SOON CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF CONTINUOUS STUPIDITY AND STILL FOLLOWING NOT LEADING* "Hey Andy, unless we get some Police Package Crown Victorias, I'm quitting, and you can have your bullet back!" And yes, I did do Aunt Bea,,,she was great!

03-23-2006, 04:38 PM	#15
crownvic Junior Miss City of Orlando Join Date: Jun 1999 Location: Orlando FL Posts: 3,146	Flying Ace you dont want to know! __________________ *SOON CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF CONTINUOUS STUPIDITY AND STILL FOLLOWING NOT LEADING* "Hey Andy, unless we get some Police Package Crown Victorias, I'm quitting, and you can have your bullet back!" And yes, I did do Aunt Bea,,,she was great!

03-23-2006, 09:51 PM	#16
TWALOVER space cadet Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Berkeley, CA Posts: 720	You people are sick. It's no wonder you like 250 scale models.

03-24-2006, 02:26 PM	#17
psalover Retro Junkie Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: IN HELL!!!! Gotta Get Out!!! Age: 37 Posts: 2,877	Now Now guys, Lets all get along...TWALOVER has the right to his opinion. Now I do diagree with his opinion, but that is my opinion (new word of the day...Opinion ) Anyway We can't just have all positive, and no negative.Air Tran, If you look at how many like it vs. how many dislike it, then you should be able to gauge it. Air Tran, I'll tell you what. I would be willing to sell you one.Take a look at it. If you like it,Keep it! If you dislike it,send it back, and I will refund you your money.The only money you would be out is the funds to send it back.The only disclaimer I have is that the plane has to be in the same condition that I sent it to you in.I am a retailer, and I have had several dealing with people on here.PM me if you are interested. I just placed my order on the new US Air MD-82, So I can get you one of those if you want....Flying Ace...Got you covered. Dave

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