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Old 12-08-2016, 08:53 PM
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Don't forget AVI, MRI, FSI, MicroClassics...probably others, I'd have to look.

How about Canaroc, North Coast, LOC and CMR ?

....and Neubauer.



Well - there is also US Rockets, ASP, and others


But my list are the manufacturers that I have kits from (to date)

And I do Have Loc and NCR listed....
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Old 12-08-2016, 09:00 PM
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And here I am with a build pile of 2 and struggling with the decision of whether to order Estes bundle #3.

How do you pick your next build when you have a collection like that?


I have 2 methods

Either a kit catches my fancy that moves it to the top of the pile

Or

I have a random number function that picks 5 kits. Then I only need to choose from 5 instead of 460. And if none of the 5 catch my fancy, I let it recalculate another 5.

If the same kit shows up twice then it has to be built
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Old 12-10-2016, 08:56 AM
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I have 2 methods

Either a kit catches my fancy that moves it to the top of the pile

Or

I have a random number function that picks 5 kits. Then I only need to choose from 5 instead of 460. And if none of the 5 catch my fancy, I let it recalculate another 5.

If the same kit shows up twice then it has to be built


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Old 12-10-2016, 09:20 AM
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I don't know whether to be jealous, or relieved that you guys have such a large stash! I recently was able to bring mine *down* to just under 100, if my count is correct. And a measly 17 manufacturers.

Dean, I bet you could charge for tours! WOOSH field trip anyone?
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Old 12-10-2016, 01:47 PM
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It would have to be a really BIG DUCK!!!!
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Old 12-10-2016, 02:38 PM
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I have around 1100-1200 unbuilt rocket kits.

I use an Excel spreadsheet to keep track of the kits.

Back in 1998 my computer hard drive crashed and my list was six months out of date when I loaded the new computer. That's why I'm not sure of exactly how many kits I have.

Sixty-three different manufacturers on my list.
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A Little math....

X = the number of desired kits for a collection
n = the number of kits currently owned

therefore....

x = n +1
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Old 02-27-2017, 11:46 AM
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A Little math....

X = the number of desired kits for a collection
n = the number of kits currently owned

therefore....

x = n +1
Mike, no...no, no, no, no.

x is a function of t. In the limit as n approaches infinity, the number of kits can be described as follows:

The desired number of kits, f(x(t)) = n(t) + 1 , where n(t) = n0 + k*t, where k is the hang tag number

So, if you have any financial constraints whatsoever, it's best to pursue low kit numbers

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Old 02-27-2017, 12:53 PM
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Glad to see there are other rocketeers infected with the sickness.

My patient better half has put up with my habit, even knowing the extent of it, for 35 years. I had a few tubs full when we met. It got bad enough that she made me put everything in a room. When I couldn't navigate through the boxes in the room any more to find that next one I wanted to build, I built pegboard spinner stands. I have to add another one every few years.

Here's a few pics. Last count was 1,744 kits. I don't know how many manufacturers. There's a few rare ones in there, I'm sure. But I still hope to build 'em all. But I better get moving!


I am not sure if I am allowed to post in this thread. I've only got 128 kits. But I do have parts for maybe another 30-40, if that helps.

At 1744 kits, that's a lot of enjoyment for the years ahead. If you build one a week, and allow maybe 3 weeks for vacations or downtime, 49 builds a year can be done for about 35 years.

Happy Retirement!
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Mike, no...no, no, no, no.

x is a function of t. In the limit as n approaches infinity, the number of kits can be described as follows:

The desired number of kits, f(x(t)) = n(t) + 1 , where n(t) = n0 + k*t, where k is the hang tag number

So, if you have any financial constraints whatsoever, it's best to pursue low kit numbers

Doug

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