Though it had been rumored for some time, this weekend's Scale Modelling Fair in Leganés (SP) was the setting of one of the most anticipated "reveals" in the biz: Knight Models has acquired the DC and the LotR licenses!
http://www.spanish-team.com/foro/viewtopic.php?t=10445&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=1218
Let's see what you do with 'em, caballeros! Hopefully, the new product lines will inspire improved production and QC values!!
PS--No word on the future status of the Marvel and/or Star Wars product lines.
By way of update, it appears that the quo for the DC and LOTR quid (literally and figuratively!) was the Star Wars product line: this line has been discontinued by the manufacturer.
From their FB page (posted 15 July):
There have been several questions lately regarding the future of the our Star Wars line. After a lengthy evaluation, Knight Models has decided not to renew the Star Wars license with Lucasfilm. We’ve had a long and fantastic run, but with the economic downturn, we have made the tough decision to discontinue our Star Wars lines and extend the licenses we work with new products as the LOTR , DC, BATMAN films, MARVEL and more.
The license has officially ends [sic] ,while I know the news is disappointing, we wanted to make this announcement as soon as possible and thank you for being such great fans. It’s been a fantastic ride with the Star Wars community and working with Lucasfilm and you never know when we may circle back again!.
Knightmodels Team
If you want 'em, best get 'em while you can!
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