Mini Honest John Model Rocket Kit

This is the Mini Honest John Flying Model Rocket Kit by Estes. Suitable for Ages 10 & Older with Adult Supervision for Those Under 12. Skill Level 1 Rocket Kit.

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Estes Rockets # est2446

$11.19

Retail $14.00 SAVE 20% !	Estes Rockets Item # est2446 Features : Fully assembled flying model rocket. Flies up to 325 feet. Laser cut balsa fins. Flies with mini engines. 12" parachute recovery. Waterslide decals. One year warranty. Detailed illustrated assembly and launching instructions.
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Spotlight Review

"Perfect for parkflying or bye-bye-rocket flying"

mh9162013

The fun thing about the Mini Honest John (aka: MHJ) is that you can build it per the instructions and enjoy a respectable parkflyer. But if you REALLY want to have some fun, build the MHJ as a minimum diameter rocket and put in a 24mm engine into it. An ideal out of sight rocket, although if you want to get it back, you'll need a bit of luck on your side. Also, if using an 18 or 24mm engine in it instead of the recommended 13mm mini engines, you'll need to make some modifications for stability, like adding extra weight to the nose cone ir making your own fins that are a bit larger.

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Features

Fully assembled flying model rocket.
Flies up to 325 feet.
Laser cut balsa fins.
Flies with mini engines.
12" parachute recovery.
Waterslide decals.
One year warranty.
Detailed illustrated assembly and launching instructions.

Specs

Skill level: 1
Length: 11.75" (298mm)
Diameter: .98" (25mm)
Weight: 1.2 oz (34g)
Recovery system: 12" parachute
Max altitude: 325 ft (99m)
Estes Product Number: 2446

Includes

One model rocket kit

Requirements & Suggestions

Assembly : How To Build a Model Rocket
Model Rocket Glue (TES3501) or Cement (HLC107)
Finishing supplies
Igniters (EST2303) (usually included with the engines)
Recovery Wadding (EST302274) (QUS7021)
Launch Controller (EST302220) (QUS7510)
Launch Pad (EST302215) (QUS7610)
Fin alignment guide - optional
Model Rocket Engine:

1/2A3-2T (EST1503) - first flight
A3-4T (EST1507)
A10-3T (EST1511)

4 AA batteries

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#18 in Model Rocket Kits

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Reviews

"easy build"

Bubba02STi (Colorado Springs, Co)

easy to build... looks good on the shelf... looks good on the launch pad... but it needs nose weight to have a good stable flight... it will still fly up and recover safely but for a nice straight flight add some clay to the nose... the waterslide decals are a bit tricky cause there are so many small ones... but once it is built and painted it sure looks pretty

"Another By-Gone Great"

johncpo41 (www.hobbiesinabarn)

This was one of the first rockets that I built from an original issued Estes kit. I remember the kit as being very easy to assemble and that because the balsa wood was still somewhat rough back in those days I had to sand each fin. Other slight issues were just minor as the whole rocket looked great and flew great as well. I finished mine in the recommended glossy white with a few of the decals placed according to the instructions. I would recommend this to any rocket fan, regardless of experience in building. A fun kit for all.

"Mini Honest John Upgrades"

champfluff

Great rocket, but the original Honest John, from Estes, is made with a BT-55 and uses 2 launch lugs, with 2 launch lug spacers, to prevent wind cocking, an inch from both ends of the body tube. Split your launch lug and launch lug spacer in halve evenly, making 2 shorter launch lugs, along with the spacers to match the launch lugs and align so they do not bind on the launch rod, for a straighter launch in light wind.

Comments

Due to small parts that could cause a choking hazard please kee away from children 3 years of age and younger.
For your safety and enjoyment, always follow the NAR Model Rocketr Safety Code while participating in any model rocketry activities.