Does anybody know what years these Estes products were produced? Can't find them in my catalogs and couldn't even find the Mini-Pad using Google.

Joe

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The Big Foot came out with the Star Wars models back in '78 I believe.

The other one was in the 76 catalog I believe, but not certain.


Earl

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Point 39 Productions

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Your picture of the Mini-Pad is the second version.

The original release of the launch pad was with the Vampire Firing Line Starter Set circa 1972-73. This version had a different launch controller (no continuity light).

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I miss being SAM 0058

Build floor: Estes - Low Boom SST Semroc - Marauder, Shrike, SST Shuttle

In paint: Canaroc - Starfighter Scorpion Centuri - Mini Dactyl Estes - F-22 Air Superiority Fighter, Multi-Roc, Solar Sailer II, Xarconian Cruiser Semroc - Cyber III

Ready to fly: Estes - Solar Sailer II Semroc - Earmark

And was last seen in the 85 catalog. It was included in my first launch set with the 1906 Sizzler.

kj

Then there was the short-lived Estes Maxi-Pad, which achieved stability thanks to its unique adhesive strip.

{Ducks}

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Big Foot came out as a direct result of needing a bigger more stable pad for the Maxi-Brutes.

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Yeah, that was out only for a short period.

(ducks even faster)


Earl

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Earl L. Cagle, Jr.
NAR# 29523
TRA# 962
SAM# 73
Owner/Producer
Point 39 Productions

Rocket-Brained Since 1970

If anyone needs either of the parts shown above to repair a Big Foot they are free..........just pay the postage.

Joe

Ditto for the Mini-Pad..........looks like it's complete except for the two short legs and the launch rod (I have the blast plate).

Joe