MD11ER
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check out their website https://legacyjetmodels.com
Legacy Jets 1:400 Scale Models
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MD11ER
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They are a manufacturer. Where did you see them as a retailer?
Columbus Aviation
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has anything changed over there?
swagninja84
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Why? It doesn't explain why they ran away.
MD11ER
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Yeah they’ve added four new item numbers (models). When I placed my preorder for the AirTran and Avelo models three days ago, those weren’t listed.
swagninja84
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No they haven't they've added 4 production numbers. Where do you see 4 additional models?
Columbus Aviation
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Their point stands that they added four additional [planned] models
MD11ER
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it seems they may have just departed the forum
Ted Lin
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They have mentioned previously on their retail page (5town collectible) that they’ll be moving on to stop retailing but instead becoming a manufacturer
MD11ER
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Im confused. Legacy was also retailer?
Ted Lin
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Yes, as they have mentioned in the other forum, they used to sell JC and GJ (if I didn’t remember wrongly) using their retail name, 5 town collectibles, however about 2-3 months ago, they have posted on their then Facebook page, now a deleted page, that they will be closed for good and will focus fully on manufacturing of model airplane full time (in which I believe by using HX moulds)
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Ted Lin
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It’s indeed quite heart breaking to see that they have decided to delete all their contents and not listen to collector’s feedback on how they can improve. It brings back the whole episode of 2020-2022 period where manufacturers stopped listening to collector’s feedback and continue to produce models which ended up as a worst seller in the market.
swagninja84
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didnt run away and delete everything from dac
MD11ER
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From my perspective deleting their account doesn’t mean they’re ignoring collector feedback at all. I’ve found legacy customer service to be excellent. They’re always quick to respond on instagram and seem genuinely interactive with their following. Imo It’s clear they care about the community
Phantom
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We're just not worth their quality wording.
This came so totally expected and I've always been puzzled about why they choose their rather suicidal approach to the community.
I mean, you can't promise bar raising quality with exceptional detail and absolute accuracy thanks to meticulous research and then present models that are not better than others (4 out of 5 with easy identified issues). WTF?
This came so totally expected and I've always been puzzled about why they choose their rather suicidal approach to the community.
I mean, you can't promise bar raising quality with exceptional detail and absolute accuracy thanks to meticulous research and then present models that are not better than others (4 out of 5 with easy identified issues). WTF?
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Hmmm. This is odd behaviour for sure. I can only assume LegacyJets weren't happy with the tone of the discussion here. Certainly the admins didn't do anything or edit anything.
For the record @MD11ER despite any suggestions to the contrary LegacyJets are NOT a manufacturer. All the products that have been discussed are made by the DPM factory that makes HX Models and SQ Wings. None of these moulds, be they E-Jets, A320s or 737s, are also exclusive to them. I am sure you will see releases by them from HX Models and others in time.
Anyway I have changed the thread title back to what it was.
For the record @MD11ER despite any suggestions to the contrary LegacyJets are NOT a manufacturer. All the products that have been discussed are made by the DPM factory that makes HX Models and SQ Wings. None of these moulds, be they E-Jets, A320s or 737s, are also exclusive to them. I am sure you will see releases by them from HX Models and others in time.
Anyway I have changed the thread title back to what it was.
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Ok. I just spoke with the owner of LegacyJets. He told me that the have decided to step away from the forum, at least for now. They may return in the future when they are more established:
'Our intention is to maintain clear, respectful, and consistent communication, just like you would expect from any aviation brand. Unlike many other diecast companies, we are committed to being accessible and transparent with collectors, providing a place they can trust and turn to for updates, questions, or support and that can happen still through our social media, email, or whatsapp. Our focus is on meaningful, professional dialogue and longterm relationships within the collecting community.'
'Our intention is to maintain clear, respectful, and consistent communication, just like you would expect from any aviation brand. Unlike many other diecast companies, we are committed to being accessible and transparent with collectors, providing a place they can trust and turn to for updates, questions, or support and that can happen still through our social media, email, or whatsapp. Our focus is on meaningful, professional dialogue and longterm relationships within the collecting community.'
MD11ER
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That’s completely understandable and honestly a respectable decision.
Wishing them continued success as they grow and establish themselves further. Looking forward to seeing how the brand evolves. What are your thoughts?
BubblesAviation
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Clicked on their website and the first thing I saw were four AI generated question marks for new models. I think their website is normal
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Phantom
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Let's be fair. I really like their general approach. Website and customer interaction apparently are pretty good. Their product so far is outside my criteria, maybe would have gotten their El Al 744 hadn't they made the same color mistake all others do as well.
In this light I can't help getting massive allergic reactions when marketing lays it on way too thick.
I wish them all the best and look forward to future product, but I hope they bring promise and product to the same flight level. Right now the first is riding way outside of the latter's coffin corner.
In this light I can't help getting massive allergic reactions when marketing lays it on way too thick.
I wish them all the best and look forward to future product, but I hope they bring promise and product to the same flight level. Right now the first is riding way outside of the latter's coffin corner.
