Alberta, Canada
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Posted: Sunday, August 05, 2018 - 09:05 AM UTC
Having not built anything since May and with lost mojo on the hurrie which ended up back in its box resting on the shelf .
I need to feed the inner drive calling me back to the bench . Even though summer is here it has been a hot one and the heat is beginning to be to much . Since finding myself spending time in doors again time to start a new project .
So , Hasegawa new tooled Zero will be under the knife . Few details will be added ...
Eduards etch set for the cockpit
Eduards landing flaps
Eduards Brassin wheel set
RB Productions seat belts
Master Barrels Armament & Pilot tube set
Will have some progress post soon ...
Maryland, United States
Joined: March 01, 2013
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Posted: Sunday, August 05, 2018 - 09:18 AM UTC
Looking forward to your progress...
Dan
Current Build: Italeri P-40E/K 1:48
#305
Christchurch, New Zealand
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Posted: Sunday, August 05, 2018 - 12:11 PM UTC
Great to see a return to the work bench Jessica, my absence is still ongoing but I'm hoping to get back into the swing of things soon. I look forward to seeing how the new tool Hasegawa goes together and the level of detail provided int he kit, as well as the extra's you will add. Who know's perhaps inspiration will strike??
JPTRR
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Tennessee, United States
Joined: December 21, 2002
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Posted: Sunday, August 05, 2018 - 12:36 PM UTC
Terri,
Good to see you back!
Looking forward to your Zero. Thinking of making it pretty or beaten up?
That box art - the Zero was a beautiful aircraft. IIRC, Joe Foss, over Guadalcanal, hesitate pulling the trigger for a moment just to admire the airframe.
If they demand your loyalty, give them integrity; if they demand integrity, give them your loyalty.--Col John Boyd, USAF
“Any plan where you lose your hat is a bad plan.”
New Jersey, United States
Joined: February 06, 2015
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Posted: Sunday, August 05, 2018 - 02:22 PM UTC
Whoa Terri - another one with red circles on it ! Count me in and welcome back !
Richard
Joel_W
Associate Editor New York, United States
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Posted: Friday, August 10, 2018 - 08:49 AM UTC
Terri,
It's about time you've come on back to the bench. I for one have really missed you.
So now you're building a super scale Japanese A6M5c Zero. Sure looks like Richard is really happy about it. I'm still waiting for his return to the bench as well.
As usual, I'm pulling up my old man's rocking chair, and following right along. As a shameful plug, my latest build is the 1/24 scale Fujimi Martini Porsche 917K in the AutoModeler site. Drop by and check out my 1st car build.
It's been in the 90's day after day after day here, with some really nasty T storms thrown in just to make it real interesting. Not looking forward to the electric bill, that's for sure
Joel
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Monogram 1/24 scale 427 Shelby Cobra
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Beemax 1/24 scale BMW M3 E30 1992 Evolution II
Utah, United States
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Posted: Friday, August 10, 2018 - 09:40 AM UTC
I'll follow along as well. All the smoke in the air left the sun a a bright red circle at sunset and had me thinking of zeros. This will be a good one to follow.
Great nations do not fall because of external aggression; they first erode and decay inwardly, so that, like rotten fruit, they fall of themselves. The strength of a country is the sum total of the moral strength of the individuals in that country.
Ezr
Washington, United States
Joined: March 15, 2009
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Posted: Friday, August 10, 2018 - 11:46 AM UTC
Terri,
This is a great looking kit to get back into the game with. I purchased it myself a while back when it was first released— got a steal on it for $40 at my LHS! Hasegawa has really released a beauty with this one and it’s subsequent release, and I think you’ll enjoy it a lot. I had a fellow modeler “beg” me to let it go to him for a couple of trades, and since I already had the Tamiya A6M2 Zero, I relented, but now wish I’d kept this kit. I did get an Oscar and a partially built Tamiya F4U in trade though. But still, one can never have too many Zeros! Enjoy!
VR, Russ
Alberta, Canada
Joined: January 19, 2008
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Posted: Saturday, August 11, 2018 - 04:01 AM UTC
Thanks for dropping guys . At this time the project has been put on hold . I will answer your questions in awhile . But right now this isn't a good time for me .
I had to put Blau down a few days ago do to kidney failure and I having a very hard time dealing with this . He was my soulmate ..
Until later ....
Terri
Joel_W
Associate Editor New York, United States
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Posted: Saturday, August 11, 2018 - 08:36 AM UTC
Quoted Text
Thanks for dropping guys . At this time the project has been put on hold . I will answer your questions in awhile . But right now this isn't a good time for me .
I had to put Blau down a few days ago do to kidney failure and I having a very hard time dealing with this . He was my soulmate ..
Until later ....
Terri
Terri,
So sorry to hear that. I've been there twice, and it's never an easy thing to do. Hopefully sooner then later you'll comes to terms with the lose. Maybe even get another Soulmate.
Joel
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Monogram 1/24 scale 427 Shelby Cobra
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Utah, United States
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Posted: Saturday, August 11, 2018 - 09:56 AM UTC
Very sorry to hear that. We just lost our service dog, Keisha, a few months ago. I sill look for her to play ball. You loss and grief are real. We looked and waited and found a new friend when it felt right. You need a place to reinvest the love.
Great nations do not fall because of external aggression; they first erode and decay inwardly, so that, like rotten fruit, they fall of themselves. The strength of a country is the sum total of the moral strength of the individuals in that country.
Ezr
New Jersey, United States
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Posted: Saturday, August 11, 2018 - 11:09 AM UTC
Hi Terri - I am so sad to hear of your loss - I am a dog lover and have gone through the difficult time you are experiencing my self - never easy .
I have often said there are only two things wrong with dogs
1). You get too attached to them
2). They don't live long enough
There are times when I prefer their company to that of humans .
I hope you heal quickly - Richard
Joel_W
Associate Editor New York, United States
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Posted: Saturday, August 11, 2018 - 12:03 PM UTC
Quoted Text
Hi Terri - I am so sad to hear of your loss - I am a dog lover and have gone through the difficult time you are experiencing my self - never easy .
I have often said there are only two things wrong with dogs
1). You get too attached to them
2). They don't live long enough
There are times when I prefer their company to that of humans .
I hope you heal quickly - Richard
Richard,
Agreed on both accounts.
Our dog Rags, yep that was his name as I got him as a puppy from the pound. His formal name was Sir Bag of Rags. Anyway,my son had one upstairs bedroom, I had the other as my model/computer room. When my son moved down stairs to the finished basement, Rags decided he wanted his room. So that's where he slept and hung out when he wanted his privacy. And yes, he had a bed too.
Joel
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Monogram 1/24 scale 427 Shelby Cobra
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Washington, United States
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Posted: Sunday, August 12, 2018 - 05:55 AM UTC
Terri,
As a lifelong dog owner, I sympathize with your loss of a family member. My condolences. hope you're feeling better soon.
VR, Russ
Merlin
Senior Editor #017
United Kingdom
Joined: June 11, 2003
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Posted: Monday, August 13, 2018 - 07:58 AM UTC
Hi Terri
I was so sad to read your news. I don't have a dog at the moment (the first time in my life), because my work means I simply couldn't look after it properly. Saying goodbye has been a heartbreak every time - but the wonderful memories last forever and I do believe the parting is only temporary. When you're ready, find a new friend who needs a loving home - the joy and laughter they'll bring is guaranteed to help you through this dark time.
Take care and all the best
Rowan
BEWARE OF THE FEW...
As I grow older, I regret to say that a detestable habit of thinking seems to be getting a hold of me. - H. Rider Haggard
Alberta, Canada
Joined: January 19, 2008
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Posted: Friday, August 17, 2018 - 01:49 PM UTC
Hi guys , I would like to thank you all for the support . Blau was a huge part of my life . We have been on many adventures together and few of his own . I have never had a cat quite like him , follow me around every where and love the out doors and going walks . Yes I know its weird to walk a cat , but he stayed by my side talking up a storm while sniffing every single grass blade along our way .
I finally sat down and made some progress . Cockpit and removed and sub-assemblies are ready for paint . Which I'm hoping to get started on this weekend so I will have pic's up very soon .
Terri
Joel_W
Associate Editor New York, United States
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Posted: Saturday, August 18, 2018 - 07:04 AM UTC
Terri,
Our cat, whose name is Evil hangs with me nearly all the time except when he's taking one of his many naps. just never can get him to leave the house no matter what I try.
Looking forward to your 1st update.
joel
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Monogram 1/24 scale 427 Shelby Cobra
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Merlin
Senior Editor #017
United Kingdom
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Posted: Saturday, August 18, 2018 - 09:39 AM UTC
Hi Terri
My apologies. I don't know why I assumed Blau was a dog - maybe the previous replies to your post. I share my place with a cat - Athene. As with any cat, I'd never say I own her - it's more the case that she deigns to put up with me.
As for going for a walk with a cat, there's nothing weird in that. There's a guy in Newport, Isle of Wight, who takes his cat (a Siamese) around town on a leash and harness!
It's great to know you're back at your workbench.
All the best
Rowan
BEWARE OF THE FEW...
As I grow older, I regret to say that a detestable habit of thinking seems to be getting a hold of me. - H. Rider Haggard
Alberta, Canada
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Posted: Tuesday, August 28, 2018 - 02:06 AM UTC
Thanks a lot guys
It's not much progress but it is some . Cockpit parts are cleaned up and detail removed for the PE parts after painting . ( PE is per coloured ) Not a fan of this . Makes it very hard on matching the paint . On holidays , be getting more bench time in with some painting sessions and start on the power plant .
I'm also a pet parent once more . This is Seiben he is a lilac point siamese almost ten weeks old now . This is his first night in is new homw , made himself right at home !
Terri
Joel_W
Associate Editor New York, United States
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Posted: Tuesday, August 28, 2018 - 03:02 AM UTC
Terri,
Cockpit prep work looks really quite nice.
Love your new Kitten, Seiben. I'm quite sure in no time he'll be ruling your house.
Joel
On my Workbench:
Monogram 1/24 scale 427 Shelby Cobra
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Beemax 1/24 scale BMW M3 E30 1992 Evolution II
Alberta, Canada
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Posted: Tuesday, August 28, 2018 - 01:38 PM UTC
Quoted Text
Terri,
Cockpit prep work looks really quite nice.
Love your new Kitten, Seiben. I'm quite sure in no time he'll be ruling your house.
Joel
Thanks Joel , feels good to be back in front of the bench . Clean up went rather fast but I ran out of the shade I needed for the cockpit , restoring a trip to the hobby shop . Will be able to start airbrushing tomorrow .
Seiben ( seven in german ) is already ruling the house
Terri
Overijssel, Netherlands
Joined: September 13, 2003
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Posted: Thursday, August 30, 2018 - 05:27 AM UTC
Cant wait for the progress. Next 1/32 I will try to paint decal it without pe. Maybe you convince me otherwise
Greetings TC
Alberta, Canada
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Posted: Saturday, September 08, 2018 - 02:13 PM UTC
Thanks TC
A little late on the up date here . Was on a holiday which was much needed .
Progress continues with the cockpit and she is painted up ready for the second round of weathering . I tried Tamiya's new lac paints , Love them ! They brush paint wonderfully and airbrushing well ...awesome ! Will be getting more shades for sure . ( can you spot the hand painted items ? )
So far no fit issues even after painting , but working with very tiny PE parts is hard on the eyes . Rolling the hard steel PE parts in the pit was a core and I did have some not so perfect . If I hold them under a flame , lose all that prer painted detail . I'm starting not to care for them .
Up next are the RB Productions seat belts . First time using them so will see how this goes ....
Terri
Maryland, United States
Joined: March 01, 2013
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Posted: Sunday, September 09, 2018 - 10:39 AM UTC
Cute cat. They do tend to let you know where you stand. My daily routine starts at 6AM with feeding the cats, change the water bowl, and clean the litter box. Then, and only then, I can make coffee for Maria and myself...
Dan
Current Build: Italeri P-40E/K 1:48
#305
Christchurch, New Zealand
Joined: February 01, 2006
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Posted: Sunday, September 09, 2018 - 02:23 PM UTC
Great work so far Terri, I must admit to liking the new Hasegawa offering better than I like their first. Which I have built with little problem it was just adding in some of the missing details that took the time. I look forward to seeing it go together but from what I've seen so far it's time to add a couple to the ever growing stash.
