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    Ships size by scale.

    Help please. I want to do the HMS. KGV, I want the model to be approximately 3’ (1mtr) long but I can’t work out the scale properly, maths was never my subject as being mischievous was my specialty. The reason I want it that size is it’s for my father who was on the ship from 1941-46. Also is...
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    Royal Yacht Brittania.

    Does anyone know if any of the model manufactures produced a kit of the Royal Yacht Britannia? Old RN mate of mine used to serve on her.
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    TAMIYA Schwerin Zugkraftwagen 18j (Sr.Kfz.9) “FAMO”

    These three are all the same scale. I’ve drove a Scammel Pioneer and thought how big it was but the FAMO must of been enormous, can’t believe it’s bigger than the Tiger.
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    TAMIYA Schwerin Zugkraftwagen 18j (Sr.Kfz.9) “FAMO”

    Really enjoyed doing this one. Great kit, even enjoyed the single link tracks to make up once I found an easy way to do them. Changed one figure for a tank commander and made a camp net to roll out if needed. Decided that these are my favourite models to do, 1/35 Military Vehicles. So any...
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    Tamiya Half Track, track building.

    Schaefer Zugkraftwagen 18t (Sd.Kfz.9) FAMO purchased. I seem to pick the awkward builds. What’s the secret in building the track, have fooled it and all I find is “way build tracks”. 47 links per side and I can’t get 2 too fit. So it must be simple or secret on how to do this. HELP, before the...
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    King Tiger

    Just about finished this one, A King Tiger, enjoyed this one.
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    B-17F Memphis Belle 1:48

    Just taken delivery of a future project, Revell’s B-17F. Thought I try a biggy in size 49.4 x 65.6mm, To be honest I’m a bit disappointed with the kit, thought it would be harder and fiddly. It’s going to be a good painting exercise and plenty of room to practice weathering. My mind will...
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    Big movie to model.

    If you were asked to build a model/ models from a scene of a movie, what would you make and from which film? I think I would to the “ giving the bird “ incident from the first Top Gun. An inverted F14 over a Mig 28. That being fairly easy as I’m just back into modelling. I can think of loads of...
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    Favourite manufacturer?

    Just a question in between building, What everyone’s favourite kit manufacturer? Having recently returning to model making I’ve tried a few different ones. Impressed with my Revell Patrol Boat, also IBG Scammel Pioneer. Would be interested in your thoughts and recommendations. Steve.
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    Decent modelling tools.

    At the moment I seem to be crawling around the floor lock for components that have jumped out my tweezers or cutters. Even found parts in a different room where part has landed on dog who then clears off. So can you guys recommend good tools that parts won’t jump out of, or modifications to...
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    One off Decal set.

    Can anyone put me in the direction of a sheet of Decals, Letters and Figures only in White. Have a project coming up where the paint job and Decals are my doing only. All I want is various numbers and letters in white that I can make up myself. Probably approximately 3/16” in height. Only...
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    PTB 109 JFK's Command in WWII

    Well it’s complete. Not 100% happy with it, but saying that I’ve learnt hell of a lot from completing this model. Unfortunately quite a few breakages from me. 80% happy with the airbrush work, so as it’s the first one pleased with it. Going to try and avoid red paint in future. Did enjoy...
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    Help, new to airbrush.

    Hi, as some of you know I’ve just returned to modelling. I’ve also just obtained my first airbrush, never used one before, so loads of questions. Acrylic or Enamel? Mixture ratios, with what? Paint manufacturers? Airbrush setup, air flow for paint? Cleaning? Additives to help your pair work...
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    PTB 109 JFK's Command in WWII

    Ok first time at airbrushing, set in up and tried on paper, no problem. Got hull and deck ready to spray, started, no paint. Stripped gun down and triple cleaned it, filled with paint, all ok. Photo is 2 coats, I can’t see anything wrong but if you guys can don’t hesitate to tell. All advice...
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    PTB 109 JFK's Command in WWII

    Starting a new project, thought I would have a go at a boat this time. Revell 1/72 Patrol Torpedo Boat PT109, JFKs command in WWll. Also having aquired myself a second hand Airbrush, it’s going to be my first attempt at using one. Again long time since last modelling, learnt a lot doing the RAF...
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    First project: Sea King HAR3

    Progress so far, main paint job done. A few colour changes to take care of. Had trouble with getting both fuselages to fit properly, came very close to binning it. Managed to get a good fit in the end. As said at the start, first model for 50+ years. Using stuff that I’ve never used before...
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    First project: Sea King HAR3

    Finally got round to starting it. Hasn’t gone to bad, but got a warped set of seats. Can’t find away to straighten them, any ideas guys??
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    Future builds.

    Have a search around for future builds. Got one, SCAMMELL Pioneer Recovery which seems to be hard to get. Also after a AC130 Gunship, made by Italeri. Any idea where I can obtain any of these two kits? Cheers Steve.
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    Advice on work station

    Looking for advice on a work platform for painting and assemble. Turn table? To cover most scales including Warships etc. Places to get one from, prices etc. Thanks Steve.
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    What a model!!!!!!!

    Just been watching a video about Border Models new release, BF-010 AVRO LANCASTER B.MARK 1/111, 1.32. What a model, load of pieces, over 600 I think, full detailed interior, different sized bombs, so much detail. Would love to tackle it but too much for me , especially at £620. Steve

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