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Apr 3 03 8:28 AM

Reply from Barton

I watched the great "15mm figures" furore on this site with interest.

The main points of contention with AB were:
Design Issues: (Incomplete ranges, No further ranges)
Service Issues (Variable service levels, Limits on command figures, Price hikes, No clear communication around any of the above)

The (well drafted) letter sent on behalf of members of this forum addressed the design issues. AB has answered those (although probably not with the answer that might have been hoped for) in a way that invokes some empathy. The service issues remain an open issue (for those purchasing from Wales and not Australia), save that we now have communication around the design issues.

I would think that we could either thank AB for his thoughtful reply, and readjust any unadjusted expectations, or provide him with a commercial incentive to meet unanswered needs.

John Baxter (baxterj) has mentioned the Eureka 300 club which allows requests to be listed and subscribed to. When critical mass is reached (ie orders placed), a production run can be made, and everyone parts happily.

If people are so keen on getting their Belgic shakos, Saxon command, or Swedes, why not find out what AB's critical mass is (or economic break-even for those so minded), and test the consumers (call for comitted orders) to see if there is sufficent demand to warrant him strapping on the magnifying glass for us, rather than for the spotted youth (and others) interested in WWII. So, if we are serious about getting our Russians in greatcoats with appallingly large beards, let's show AB we can put our money where our mouth is. Who knows, he might even train up a successor.

That said, before I go and take a Panadol, I reaffirm that I have the greatest respect for all contributors to this and associated topics, and I apologise in advance if I have called anyone a spotted youth or offended in any other way.

Cheers,
Beresford