Franklin Mint Quality?

**sunnydin** · 04-30-2009 06:07 PM

I am new to this site, and modeling. Because of my eyesight failure, I am unable to assemble any models. But, I would like to acquire some WWII aircraft and modern jets; and was wondering about the quality of already assembled models such as Franklin Mint? Are there other companies supplying pre-assembled models. What are the top three contenders?
I am open for any suggestions and opinions. I would like to stay the scale of 1:48...Thanks for any/all assistance!

**pbfoot** · 04-30-2009 07:51 PM

Originally Posted by sunnydin

I am new to this site, and modeling. Because of my eyesight failure, I am unable to assemble any models. But, I would like to acquire some WWII aircraft and modern jets; and was wondering about the quality of already assembled models such as Franklin Mint? Are there other companies supplying pre-assembled models. What are the top three contenders?
I am open for any suggestions and opinions. I would like to stay the scale of 1:48...Thanks for any/all assistance!

I have a few of the Franklin mint 1/48th and I like them , bad thing about them is the not many new releases , Hobbycraft has some really nice 1/48 and they are more pricey. I like them cuz they are sturdy. No comments on the dust and the stain on the wall please

**syscom3** · 04-30-2009 08:23 PM

What about the wooden models?

**Flyboy2** · 04-30-2009 09:01 PM

I have alot of the Franklin Mint aircraft....
I have that same Spitfire as PbFoot as well as a F-86, P-47, P-40, F-117, and F-16... If you want any pictures just let me know, but they are very good, alot of detail and care goes into them, even though my P-40 has a defective landing gear