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Looking For Two New Estes Checkerboards
I am looking for two particular Estes checkerboard parachutes in new (mint) condition............
8" in Yellow/Black with the Estes oval at centre and zip code (that is, Type 2), and 18" in Orange/White with the stylized spaceship at centre and no zip code (Type 1). I need these to round out my collection. I can buy, or trade same parachutes in different colors. If anyone can help me out please post here or PM me. Thanks. Joe |
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About what year (or years) were these chutes made? And what kits used them? I can look through my stash, but I need a reference point on where to start looking.
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I believe the type 1 were made up until about 1966 or 67. The type two then took over and went until the supply ran out in the early seventies. I believe the Midget used an 8". Not sure about other kits. The 18" was used in larger diameter kits, so maybe the Thor Agena B or the K-39 Sat V?? The JimZ site lists plans and you could get more info there. I'm not expecting anyone to rob from their kits. |
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Actually, the K-39 used a 12" parachute. However, the (K-37) Scrambler and (K-38) Avenger used the 18" chutes.
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