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Topic: Dragon 1:72 Apollo 12 Lunar Module 'Intrepid'
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Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 42982
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 10-04-2011 08:29 AM
   
Dragon Models offered a first look today at their 1:72 Apollo 12 "Lunar Landing" LM "Intrepid" and Astronauts model. |
Henk Boshuijer
Member Posts: 450
From: Netherlands
Registered: May 2007
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posted 10-04-2011 02:08 PM
This model isn't complete without the Surveyor 3 included. |
mode1charlie
Member Posts: 1169
From: Honolulu, HI
Registered: Sep 2010
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posted 10-04-2011 03:38 PM
Agree with Henk. If they're going to do one representation of each mission, they need to actually make each one significantly different enough from the other to make people want to spend another $60 on one.So they need a Surveyor 3 if they're going to do 12. And a broken TV camera. |
randyc
Member Posts: 779
From: Chandler, AZ USA
Registered: May 2003
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posted 10-04-2011 03:49 PM
Of the six LMs that landed on the moon, only Apollo 11 had the black panel under the LMP's window. This panel was silver, like the panel under the CDR's window, for the other five LMs (and probably the Apollo 13 LM as well).I also agree with the above posts, that the model should have something unique to the mission. That is why I didn't buy the Apollo 9 model (I did buy the Apollo 10 model). The significance of Apollo 9 was that it was the first manned test of the LM, yet there's no LM. Why Dragon waited until the Apollo 10 model to add the LM is a mystery to me. |
Lunar Module 5
Member Posts: 370
From: Wales, UK
Registered: Dec 2004
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posted 10-04-2011 03:51 PM
quote:
Originally posted by arjuna:
And a broken TV camera.
And a small Hasselblad timer... |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 42982
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 01-26-2012 07:56 AM
quote:
Originally posted by Henk Boshuijer:
This model isn't complete without the Surveyor 3 included.
Ask and you shall receive...  |
cycleroadie
Member Posts: 452
From: Apalachin, NY USA
Registered: May 2011
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posted 01-26-2012 08:16 AM
So we went from just an LM (and astronauts?), to an LM, CM, and Surveyor. Are there any differences between the LM, CM, and astronauts from this one as compared to those from the Apollo 11 landing set? Or are we going to be paying $90 bucks or so just to get a Surveyor? |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 42982
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 01-26-2012 08:42 AM
On the lunar module, the Modularized Equipment Stowage Assembly (MESA) opens. |
GACspaceguy
Member Posts: 2474
From: Guyton, GA
Registered: Jan 2006
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posted 01-26-2012 08:59 AM
Sweet, keep them coming! |
cspg
Member Posts: 6210
From: Geneva, Switzerland
Registered: May 2006
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posted 01-26-2012 09:29 AM
For the same price? Silly me. I didn't notice the "missing" CM on the original release, LOL!I guess the third one in the series will be one with a rover? |
alexbaja
Member Posts: 448
From: Naxxar, Malta
Registered: Dec 2010
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posted 01-26-2012 10:06 AM
And for the fourth please include the seismometers.  |
cycleroadie
Member Posts: 452
From: Apalachin, NY USA
Registered: May 2011
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posted 01-26-2012 10:27 AM
And don't forget one with the commander with a golf club and ball. |
jjknap
Member Posts: 273
From: Bourbonnais, IL USA
Registered: Apr 2011
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posted 01-27-2012 07:20 AM
Very happy to see Surveyor included! Also, nice to see that Dragon actually listens to us |
Cliff Lentz
Member Posts: 655
From: Philadelphia, PA USA
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 01-27-2012 10:31 AM
...or Pete Conrad’s car keys? |
theclocksrunning
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posted 02-12-2012 04:57 PM
Can't wait to get this model. |
jjknap
Member Posts: 273
From: Bourbonnais, IL USA
Registered: Apr 2011
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posted 02-12-2012 06:13 PM
According to The Flying Mule, it is expected in February. I wonder if it will be delayed since the additional stuff was added? |
cspg
Member Posts: 6210
From: Geneva, Switzerland
Registered: May 2006
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posted 02-13-2012 01:34 AM
The model is no longer listed on the Flying Mule's website. Expect a delay. |
cycleroadie
Member Posts: 452
From: Apalachin, NY USA
Registered: May 2011
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posted 02-13-2012 08:39 AM
Flying Mule removed a whole bunch of Dragon items due to a coupon they sent out for 20% off Dragon Models. Only supposed to be in stock items (I was going to buy another 1/72nd Saturn V but it's taken off right now), but they may have gotten this one by accident. |
cspg
Member Posts: 6210
From: Geneva, Switzerland
Registered: May 2006
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posted 02-13-2012 01:43 PM
Dragon Models USA lists that model as available in April. |
cspg
Member Posts: 6210
From: Geneva, Switzerland
Registered: May 2006
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posted 02-15-2012 01:17 AM
Responding to my inquiry about the removal of Dragon models from their website, the Flying Mule has replied that they have done so at the request of Dragon. Dragon Models could not give precise dates as to when the models will be available. |
jjknap
Member Posts: 273
From: Bourbonnais, IL USA
Registered: Apr 2011
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posted 02-19-2012 10:18 AM
EZToys has it listed on their site now with an April 30 ETA. |
ringo67
Member Posts: 179
From: Seekonk, Mass., USA
Registered: May 2003
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posted 05-05-2012 11:18 PM
I ordered one about a month ago, but haven't heard anything, even thought it's now after April 30. Anybody heard, has it been delayed again? |
cycleroadie
Member Posts: 452
From: Apalachin, NY USA
Registered: May 2011
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posted 05-06-2012 08:15 AM
Latest "estimated arrival" is May 2012. |
ringo67
Member Posts: 179
From: Seekonk, Mass., USA
Registered: May 2003
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posted 05-08-2012 02:00 AM
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Originally posted by cycleroadie:
Latest "estimated arrival" is May 2012.
Ah, May. I just hope a month from now it hasn't changed to June. I don't mind Dragon taking its time to get things right, but I'd rather they add a little cushion to the release date rather than set unreachable goals. Still, I expect it will be worth the wait. |
the clocks running
Member Posts: 382
From: Rochester, NY
Registered: Jan 2012
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posted 05-09-2012 12:29 PM
The Flying Mule currently states that the Apollo 12 model is a June pre-order item. |
cycleroadie
Member Posts: 452
From: Apalachin, NY USA
Registered: May 2011
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posted 06-05-2012 12:48 PM
It has hit the coast people, should be at your preferred retailer shortly. |
the clocks running
Member Posts: 382
From: Rochester, NY
Registered: Jan 2012
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posted 06-05-2012 02:22 PM
Awesome! Looking forward to getting the Apollo 12 model soon. |
ringo67
Member Posts: 179
From: Seekonk, Mass., USA
Registered: May 2003
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posted 06-08-2012 02:31 AM
EZToys sent me an email yesterday telling me my order has shipped. Unfortunately, it's not going to arrive at my home in Massachusetts until June 13. Not bad ship time really, but I can't wait. This is my first Dragon Apollo purchase. |
the clocks running
Member Posts: 382
From: Rochester, NY
Registered: Jan 2012
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posted 06-21-2012 06:32 PM
I purchased the Dragon Apollo 12 diecast model today and am going to create a product video for YouTube later. The LM includes the cask on the rear of the craft for the ALSEP radioactive power source. I was pleasantly surprised to find this added detail. |
GoesTo11
Member Posts: 1309
From: Denver, CO
Registered: Jun 2004
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posted 06-21-2012 08:21 PM
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Originally posted by the clocks running:
I purchased the Dragon Apollo 12 diecast model today and am going to create a product video for YouTube later.
I really appreciate this, as well as any other feedback from other purchasers of the Apollo 12 model. I already have the Apollo 11 set, and will definitely be purchasing the Apollo 16 CSM/LM/LRV model, but I'm still on the fence about this one. Any pics, video, or detail info/reviews would be much appreciated. |
jjknap
Member Posts: 273
From: Bourbonnais, IL USA
Registered: Apr 2011
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posted 06-21-2012 09:57 PM
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Originally posted by GoesTo11:
I really appreciate this, as well as any other feedback from other purchasers of the Apollo 12 model.
Ditto! |
the clocks running
Member Posts: 382
From: Rochester, NY
Registered: Jan 2012
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posted 06-22-2012 01:52 AM
Here are a few photos of the Apollo 12 model. The CSM is included with the model, however, I do not display it. The CSM is the same as the Apollo 11 version. 
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jiffyq58
Member Posts: 218
From: Durham, NC, USA
Registered: Jun 2011
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posted 04-09-2018 10:22 AM
Has anyone had Alan Bean sign this model? I am thinking about doing so at Spacefest, but am not sure if there is a good enough surface for a signature that will be easily visible when the model is displayed. The lunar surface doesn't look like you could easily write on it.It looks like you might be able to write on the side of the base. Has anyone tried this? If so, how do you feel about the results? If anyone has a picture of an Al Bean (or Dick Gordon, for that matter) signature on this model, I would love to see it. Thanks! |
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