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Sign up for Retro Rockets
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CultTVman's Retro Rockets newsletter is mail list for builders of model kits
based on science fiction, and related subject matter. This is an irregular
newletter featuring website updates, science fiction model news, information,
and more.
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We're Going to Wonderfest!
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New images from Moebius! Here is a look at Big Frankie all built up, the Conan prototype all painted, and the almost complete artwork for the Invisible Man!
More images at the Moebius My Space Page, and visit their website
4/9/08
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Alchemy Works has several new kits and replacements parts.
 - "Aurora What If " Kronosaurus -- new kit sculpted by Chris Lynch, 7 parts, 21" long!
 - "Aurora What If " Pterodaustro -- 1 piece resin conversion kit for the reissued Pteranodon kit
- "Aurora What If " Scutosaurus 6 piece resin kit including base
- "Aurora What If " Polacanthus 3 piece resin conversion kit for the reissued Ankylosaurus
- "Aurora What If " Edaphosaurus 3 piece resin conversion kit for the reissued Dimetrodon
- "Aurora What If " Monoclonius special base
- "Aurora What If " Pachyrhinosaurus special base
- "Aurora What If " Pachyrhinosaurus BIG HORN conversion for the Alchemy Works PACHYRHINOSAURUS conversion kit
Visit the Alchemy Works website for more details
4/9/08
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Phebus Creations has announced two new kits for April. Maj. Carter from Stargate SG1 in 1:35 scale and "Post 45" from a new series of 1:35 scale figures called Apocalypse.
Visit the Phebus Creations website for more information
4/9/08
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More test shots from Moebius Models
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Monster Scenes from Moebius
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Another big announcement from Moebius Models today! They will be
reissuing several of the old Monster Scenes kits including
Frankenstein, Dr. Deadly, The Victim, Giant Insect, The Hanging Cage,
and the Pendulum. Based on the images on the website, some boxes will
feature new artwork. These are listed as coming in 2008. No futher
details at this time.
Check it out at Moebius Models
3/13.08
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Viper paint templates from Aztek Dummy
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Here's another great product for your reissued Viper! Aztek Dummy has put out a set of paint templates for this kit that allows you to paint the stripes and mask the canopy. Available exclusively at CultTVman's Hobbyshop
3/8/08
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Moebius has released photos of the Seaview box. Pictures can be seen here.
Expected shipping dates have slipped a little for most kits. - The Seaview will be out in mid to late Apil
- The Pod and Chariot are scheduled for June
- Invisible Man is now coming in July
- Big Frankie is anticipated for Summer
- Conan moves to Fall
Newly
announced kits will include Universal's Mummy, sculpted by Gabriel
Marquez and a new Flying Sub kit possibly in 1:32 scale.
More kits will be announced.
3/8/08
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More Doctor Who from Airfix
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Airfix has announced the next kits in their Doctor Who line.
- Dalek Encounter. This kit depicts a scene from "Daleks in Manhattan" showing Dalek Sec coming out of his casing to create the human and Dalek hybred creature. Scheduled for May.
- Titanic featuring Kylie Minogue from the special episode Voyage of the Damned. Scheduled for August
- Gridlock from that episode. Scheduled for June
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AMT/MPC/Polar Lights licensed to AutoWorld
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Auto World, the company created by former Playing Mantis founder Tom Lowe, has licensed the rights to AMT, MPC, and Polar Lights from RC2, along with several other diecast product lines. Lowe announced the deal on March 7. In a post at a popular hobby forum, Lowe indicated he was close to signing a license for Star Trek kits, as well as licenses with Universal and Warners. This could mean some popular AMT and Polar Lights kits may be reissued soon.
This deal has been in the works for some time and it is know that other companies were interestest in these assets. Its going to take a bit of time for Lowe and his staff to get the company operational, and it is unknown what specific kits will be released. Stay tuned for details as they emerge.
Read the press release here
3/8/08
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Von Braun 3-Stage Ferry Rocket is released. Dr. Werner von Braun popularized the concept of manned space flight in as series of articles in Collier's Magazine. His proposed 3-Stage Ferry Rocket, which was featured prominently in the series, became an iconic symbol of man's Conquest of Space for decades thereafter. Fantastic Plastic Models is patterned by Scott Lowther and cast by Acme Design, Inc. The model includes over 100 resin parts. The complete model stands more than a foot tall, features three separate stages and complete exterior engine detail. A launch pad/display stand is also included.
"The Big Beast" is also available. This is the 1:3700 Battlestar Pegasus, with more than 100 resin cast pieces. The model is nearly 20 inches long when assembled
Visit Fantastic Plastic for more details
3/8/08
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Outer Space Outfitters News
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Outer Space Outfitters has new lighting panel sets for the reissued Galactica Viper and the classic AMT Galileo Shuttle kits. The Viper panels provide glowing engines and cockpit details, while the shuttle set contains dashboard and wall panels.
Both sets are available in the CultTVman Hobbyshop
3/8/08
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Voyager Lighting from VoodooFX
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Voodoofx is proud to release “The Voyager” lighting kit. Designed and fit for Moebius Models “The Voyager” model kit. The kit comes with everything you will need to light the model including LEDs for the upper dome, rear engines and main cockpit. This kit does require electronic skills, electronic experience is required.
- Kit includes
- 1 PRO 4 Driver Board
- Shrink Tubing / Wire /Leds
- 9 Volts Power Supply
- Full Instructions
- Customer Support Line
Available from VoodooFX or CultTVman's Hobbyshop
3/8/08
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Moebius Invisible Man prototype!
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