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Old 09-04-2012 | 02:51 AM
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Hello all,
has anyone built the Don Smith HENSCHEL 129B ?
Precision cut kits make two sizes, 93in and 111in.
I like unusual designs and I have never seen one of these around, I would love to build one, but would like to know of any feedback from someone who has built one.
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http://www.rcscalebuilder.com/forum/...I=TC&FM=2&OB=1
Old 09-05-2012 | 03:10 AM
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Thanks Ram-Bro,
 I read all 54 pages with keen interest only to find neither of the 2 builders actually finished and maidened them.
Lawndart finished his and it looked fantastic but never flew it.
So everyone, I would love to build this odd plane but a little gun shy if there is no positive feedback.
I was leaning toward the 111inch as I would assume the wing loading would be lower.
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I have seen one fly. I am relatively sure it was the 111" version, it has been a few years ago. It flew great. It appeared to be a gentle flyer with no bad habits. I may be able to contact the builder (i have not seen him for a couple of years) and get you two connected. Let me know if you like me to give that a try.
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That's very kind of you OldSkaleGuy, if it is not too much trouble, I would love to know as much as I can before investing large amounts into a bird like this.
This plane does have a special appeal, I'm not sure what it is, but I like it.
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Will do my best and PM the contact information. To me, the attraction is the character this plane has, it has a lot of character and it is unique from a modeling perspective because not many build this one.
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