Fx Blackbird (BSG) has arrived

[Legion]

John at Fx said he's fine with me sharing the details of the Blackbird orders that are currently being shipped. If you ordered one, you may have received it with some pieces that "let go" with the glue. My plexi case was all apart and an engine pod detached. John was most helpful, and the order went right back to him at his workshop (Fx is the company that's making the Blackbird and Viper Mark II for QMX). The solution for Fx was to scrap the plexi and build a whole backdrop for a display. As it was, when it arrived the cockpit glue had let go, so some quick Elmers glue and it's just fine. When I got the Blackbird the first time, the cockpit was sealed with tons of white "sawdust" inside.

The original design was a "flightdeck" to display the fighter on, with a few computer consoles and a crane nearby. The addition of the backdrop dramatically changes the whole thing IMO, and is just stunning. The detail and aging on the walls is something. Here are some shots...

The cockpit shown in all the shots is just being held together by its own tension. I've since glued it all correctly.

While I was upset about the initial shipment, John at Fx has done an outstanding job of making amends and going over the top to turn out a fantastic product.

Cheers,

Guy

 

[Aztek Dummy]

WOW, You say you got the flightdeck built for you?

I have a similar story. When Mine arrived, both engines had dropped off of the body and the one with the signatures was in two parts.

also one of the plexi panels had started to separate along the seam.

Rather than send it back, a couple of drops of tenax on the case and a bit of super glue later, all was good as new. I let John know about it and he was kind enought to send me a certficate naming me "apprentice model builder" but now it looks like I might have gotten more out of it to send it back.

BTW, mine's #30. what number is yours?

 

[Legion]

WOW, You say you got the flightdeck built for you?

I have a similar story. When Mine arrived, both engines had dropped off of the body and the one with the signatures was in two parts.

also one of the plexi panels had started to separate along the seam.

Rather than send it back, a couple of drops of tenax on the case and a bit of super glue later, all was good as new. I let John know about it and he was kind enought to send me a certficate naming me "apprentice model builder" but now it looks like I might have gotten more out of it to send it back.

BTW, mine's #30. what number is yours?

Mine's number 10 Ironically, it's the same number as my Cylon War giclee (10/250). You had both engines drop off? Holy crap, I'd have stroked out. I immediately shot an e-mail off to QMX, and John got wind and sent a UPS Return Label.

Contact him again, because mine is not the only one getting the backdrop. It's the replacement for the plexi, but I'm sure if you ask John he'll send one to you. It's frakkin' awesome! You should have gotten the flightdeck to put in on, right? I figure, for that money, it should arrive in perfect condition. John was more than frustrated with the glue problems that were apparently with almost all units.

The only problem I had was with the canopy, which I fixed. Other than that, it's all awesome. Ask about the cool stickers too. It's a small thing, but they are pretty damn cool.

Cheers,

Guy

 

[Aztek Dummy]

Luckily, my canopy was perfect.

I got the one generic BSG sticker with my certificate, but not the other two.

I have the floor of the deck and the diagnostic units, but with the etched plexi case.

I initially thought the engines were separated from the body for ease of shipping, but when I could find no documentation saying that and could see the glue joint residue I figured something was up.

took all sorts of pics to document everything before I attempted home remedy. After the months of waiting to get the darned thing, I couldn't bear to send it back for who knows how long, if it was a simple thing I could fix myself.

I believe John will be getting an e-mail in the next few days

 

[moffeaton]

How much are these models? You guys are a heck of a lot more blasé about these QC issues than I would be... and why are the decals silvered? You can really see it on the signature decal with every one of these I have seen.

It's a hell of a kit though! Kip did a crazy-good job.

 

[Legion]

Here is the link to the QMX page: Battlestar Galactica Blackbird Artisan Replica - House Edition

I was fortunate enough to have been the benefactor of someone's generosity, so I can't really comment on the outlay of cash. John was very good about all repairs, and offered to ship a new canopy out to me, but honestly it looks just fine--you'd never know. I do wish you didn't see the "ghost" of the decal around the signatures, but in normal light you really have to look to see them. This is going with other BSG replica/Propworx stuff, so it will be one of the items and not necessarily the focus.

Cheers,

Guy

 

[moffeaton]

If you're happy, that's all that matters.... but just so John knows, a simple gloss coat before decal application would fix that problem. Modeling 101. :cool

 

[pennausamike]

How much are these models?
You guys are a heck of a lot more blasé about these QC issues than I would be...
SNIP

Twelve hundred dollars for a BSG Blackbird?
I just can't imagine folks even HAVING that much disposable income,
especially for a model,
especially for a broken model.

I'm just commenting out of agreement with the surprise
that folks are accepting of such problems after such a large cash outlay.

My budget pretty much ensures it's not a feeling I'll ever have...

Mike

 

[Legion]

Twelve hundred dollars for a BSG Blackbird?
I just can't imagine folks even HAVING that much disposable income,
especially for a model,
especially for a broken model.

I'm just commenting out of agreement with the surprise
that folks are accepting of such problems after such a large cash outlay.

My budget pretty much ensures it's not a feeling I'll ever have...

Mike

I'm a teacher with a very modest collection and a tolerant wife. The Blackbird was a gift from a very generous friend. The broken part is why it went back to Fx immediately, as for that amount of money it had--by every reason--to be absolutely perfect. As I said, John was very good at taking care of everything, and going above and beyond to make sure I was happy.

I actually just got done uploading my collection on yourprops.com, including the Blackbird.

movie props and wardrobe collection of Legion.

Cheers,

Guy

 

[Aztek Dummy]

Legion,

Just got a quick note from John to say my Hanger bay backdrop was on the way

And I hadn't even gotten to asking for it yet.

That's customer service:thumbsup

 

[Legion]

Legion,

Just got a quick note from John to say my Hanger bay backdrop was on the way

And I hadn't even gotten to asking for it yet.

That's customer service:thumbsup

Awesome! I thought you'd get it if everyone else has. I know you'll enjoy it. Know that the plexi and the backdrop won't probably work at the same time, so you'll have to choose. Honestly, when you see it, it won't be a hard decision. lol

 

[CB2001]

"Oh you are much to modest. After what we've been through... it would be very easy to give up, to lose hope ,but not here, not today. This is more than a ship Chief. This is an act of faith. It is proof... that despite all we've lost... we keep trying... and we will get through this, all of us, together." - Laura Roslin, "Battlestar Galactica" (episode: "Flight of the Phoenix", Season 2)

Or, in short, great job.

 

[kevinericon]

I demand to see her in your prop room, Guy!

And I'm glad it worked out for you.

 

[Rick Deckard]

Beautiful model, beautiful display!!

Adolfo

 

[tnaig001]

Hi guys. Don't mean to necro post but didn't want to start a new thread.

Long story short, I dropped the canopy of the BB some months back while taking photos of it (i had forgotten that the canopy isn't attached to the main body )

I contacted Qmx and they hooked me up with a replacement for a small fee.

The first replacement they sent didn't really fit and there were gaps between the body and the canopy. I contacted them and they were quick to help resolve the problem by sending me a replacement.

Thought I would share a picture of it Fx seems to have fabricated a different canopy to eliminate the gaps I had from the previous one. Kudos to Qmx and Fx for making dreams come true

 

[clancampbell]

Lucky guys! This is a thing of beauty!

Rich