Almost 2 years ago, Atlantis Models were kind enough to send in 2 models about a subject I personally like very much. UFOs, Sci-fi movies, and comics were common subjects of my childhood. I was always fascinated with the idea of life beyond our solar system. So receiving this kit from Atlantis Models in my office was an instant trip to the 70s.
This time Atlantis brings us what is in my opinion not only a model kit but also a collectible. The model kit is shipped in a box printed with the iconic I WANT TO BELIEVE poster from the famous UFO chaser Agent Fox Moulder from the popular show The X Files. This box depicts the original picture Billy Meier took and is used with permission. Something that the show failed to do and years later caused some copyright controversy.
- This 5” inch diameter model kit
- Features a poster-like backdrop for a display mini diorama
- Comes in 2 pieces for the Saucer plus 4 pieces for the stand
- A blinking LED light for night-time illumination is provided
- Molded in ”clear-ish” polystyrene
- Kit No. AMC-1008
- The display stand can actually fit a variety of the saucers in the series
- Based on the world-famous Photo by Billy Meier
- Features easy Twist-Tite assembly.
- For Ages 15 and up
- MSRP: $19.99 USD
- Street Price: $16.99+
As pointed out in the features list from the model, this one is molded in a ‘milky’ translucent plastic. This will make the model look toy-like. But kids can hang it from their room ceiling etc with the flasher ON. I decided to go with the typical silver color UFO as seen on the box art. There is a picture of the model prior to getting a gloss black primer on our Instagram page. If you’re not following this website through Instagram, you might miss a few goodies not even posted on our Facebook page; so I encourage you to follow us on Instagram.
I added a powerful yet small magnet inside the upper half of the disk exactly where the flasher should go. This would help me attach another magnet on the outside with a fishing line so I could snap my own pictures of the UFO and goof around with them in Photoshop. To paint the disk I used Faded Aluminum from Mission Models MMM-003.
There is not much to talk about the assembly. Besides the super neat base, the model consists of the upper and lower hulls. As I mentioned in a short Instagram post, the upper side of the UFO has a strong similarity with the 1/48 Area 51 Testors and Lindberg Models. The lower side of the UFO is very different. This one measures about 5” and based on the 1/48 Area 51 UFO model kit (which I happen to have in the stash), my guesstimate is that this one is around 1/144 scale.
Small yet detailed. It will make a nice addition to any sci-fi or UFO enthusiasts. Bring this model kit to your work desk and you’ll have a nice conversation piece at the water cooler. It is a very small DIY project for those who aren’t model builders and would like to have this kit painted. For that, I will recommend Krylon SCS-032 Chrome from their Short Cuts spray paint line. This is a less than $3 spray paint available at most Crafts Stores. It does dry very fast also.
Would I recommend it?
If you like the genre either Sci-Fi or BELIEVE and follow the subject at every chance, this plastic model kit is a must-get.
I sincerely thank Atlantis Models for providing us with this UFO model kit.
If you don’t mind the condition of the box, Atlantis Models have a dent box section with very good prices.
PS,
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