DATBlaster
Rifleman
Oh cliché!!
So yes, while this build up is in fact inspired by the movie, the title has a much more literal meaning. The story is this:
Several years ago, when the Scale Store released their Black Hawk cabin section, I really wanted to get one. That was easier said than done, as they seemed to sell out really fast and were hard to find. I finally found one on an eBay store for a decent price and bought it.
When the package arrived, I knew right away something was wrong. This Black Hawk had crashed and burned. The box just did not look the way box should. When I reached down to pick it up, it moved in ways that a box shouldn't move. I opened it up, pretty much knowing what to expect.
I contacted the seller, and they gave me a full refund. I wish I could remember who the seller was, their customer service was outstanding. I hope they filed a claim with the USPS, who really dropped the ball on this one (literally, it would seem).
I decided that I would try to repair it, but not right away. So it ended up on a shelf in my garage for a couple years. Then late last year, I decided to see what I could do with it.
Ken.
So yes, while this build up is in fact inspired by the movie, the title has a much more literal meaning. The story is this:
Several years ago, when the Scale Store released their Black Hawk cabin section, I really wanted to get one. That was easier said than done, as they seemed to sell out really fast and were hard to find. I finally found one on an eBay store for a decent price and bought it.
When the package arrived, I knew right away something was wrong. This Black Hawk had crashed and burned. The box just did not look the way box should. When I reached down to pick it up, it moved in ways that a box shouldn't move. I opened it up, pretty much knowing what to expect.
I contacted the seller, and they gave me a full refund. I wish I could remember who the seller was, their customer service was outstanding. I hope they filed a claim with the USPS, who really dropped the ball on this one (literally, it would seem).
I decided that I would try to repair it, but not right away. So it ended up on a shelf in my garage for a couple years. Then late last year, I decided to see what I could do with it.
Ken.
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