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They are acceptable to me. Don’t think you’ll ever get the ‘perfect’ mould from anyone, there will always be a problem or flaw somewhere

The shape of the windows look great to me. Phoenix did a great job. Better than JC Wings, with those oversized windows.
However, it seems that PH placed them too low
 
I think THIS is the point. It's about enjoying collecting, basically. It's ok to pursue high standards, but being realistic does not hurt ...
The excitement you get when you take the box out of its packaging and then when you take the plane out of the box hits different when you see the model for the first time
 
Some recent arrivals...
 

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Happily receive this Argentine beauty :love:
NG Models Aerolíneas Argentinas A330-200 LV-FVH Argentina Football
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Some extra shots on the printing - looks like a bit better than the Phoenix one?
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I originally order the JC version, but since they never came up I ask my retailer to switch to NG with me paying the price difference.
 
Happily receive this Argentine beauty :love:
NG Models Aerolíneas Argentinas A330-200 LV-FVH Argentina Football
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Some extra shots on the printing - looks like a bit better than the Phoenix one?
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I originally order the JC version, but since they never came up I ask my retailer to switch to NG with me paying the price difference.
It looks really nice! Waiting for the standard livery to be released... :rolleyes: Hopefully soon?
 
Happily receive this Argentine beauty :love:
NG Models Aerolíneas Argentinas A330-200 LV-FVH Argentina Football
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Some extra shots on the printing - looks like a bit better than the Phoenix one?
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I originally order the JC version, but since they never came up I ask my retailer to switch to NG with me paying the price difference.
I have the Phoenix, and also ordered the NG. I will share some comparison photos of both of them when my NG arrives.
 
I had a package arrive today containing my long-awaited copy of the Virgin Australia 737-800 with scimitars by NG. So glad to finally find one of these as they have managed to evade me since release. The hunt is not over though, I’m still looking for the non-scimitar version!
 

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I had a package arrive today containing my long-awaited copy of the Virgin Australia 737-800 with scimitars by NG. So glad to finally find one of these as they have managed to evade me since release. The hunt is not over though, I’m still looking for the non-scimitar version!
I must thank you OscarBravo992! Your tip off about the Qantas retro 738 being available on Jet Collector was successful and landed at my doorstep a couple of days ago! Thank you!!
 

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Here are my newest arrivals, I am getting mainly old releases recently, with very few exceptions:
- Furthest is the Cathay Pacific L1011-1 VR-HHK "Green Lettuce" by NGModels. The model came with both wing and horizontal stab on the starboard side slightly loose. However, it sure stands on the Top Release of the Year for me!
- In the middle Hainan Airlines B737-800 with Split Scimitar B-1786 from NGModels - a really nice addition to my Chinese airlines collection. I got the last piece from the shop (again).
- Closest to us is an aircraft that is recently reactivated - XiamenAir B737 Max 8 B-1136 "2000th Boeing in China" by JCWings. I don't know whether it was just me or the nose was too pointy. Nevertheless the PM option looked skinny (which doesn't quite well resemble the true size of the Max) with higher nose gear - yikes so my choice was this JCW (also the price was lower). When I bought the aircraft remained stored and just grace the sky only a few days before. This is also my first JCW B38M. My aim is to build Chinese airlines passenger fleet revolving around narrow-bodies only!
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The starboard side. NG did an exceptional job with the 737s!
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Though not having bought many 2023 releases, I must say some of them are really tempting to me. Nonetheless they did not rank high enough for an instant buy but would be saved for later.
 
Two new NG arrivals for me. The fantasy British Airways Boeing 777-300ER in Landor scheme, and one of the new Icelandair Boeing 737-9Max fleet in the lavender colour highlight. I note neither was supplied with a CRP card or they've been removed by dealer.
 

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Two new NG arrivals for me. The fantasy British Airways Boeing 777-300ER in Landor scheme, and one of the new Icelandair Boeing 737-9Max fleet in the lavender colour highlight. I note neither was supplied with a CRP card or they've been removed by dealer.

Fantastic models.
I have not been getting cards lately as well, wondering what's going on.
 
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