New kid...

shrikes

Member since
November 2003
From: Manila, Philippines

New kid...

Posted by shrikes on Sunday, November 16, 2003 9:28 AM

Hello from the Philippines!
I'm a newbie here, but I've been modeling off and on for the last 19 years, unfortunately, I'm still not very good by FSM standards (I build almost strictly out of the box. It's only when if I'm feeling "rebellious" that I change the paint scheme). I'm hoping to get into conversions like the ones I see in the magazine. (I always wanted to do a YB-40, but FSM "beat me to it" Tongue [:P]

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I like to model 1/72nd scale WWII bombers and multiengine aircraft of that period (hey, 1/72 fits well on my shelf and they're cheaper... and I'm saving up for a nice airbrush.). I'm currently attempting an Academy 1/72nd scale PBY-5 Catalina, and the lack of detail really gets to me. Once again, the .50 cal. machine guns are just tubes of plastic no different from the sprue. Does anyone know of an aftermarket part of .50 cal. Brownings that resemble the real thing? Even my favorite B-17 looks like it's been attacked by miniature plastic darts... Supplies are limited in the Philippines, so I suppose it would be better if I could buy it off the internet. I wish I had some models to show to you guys, but I'm real insecure about them as of now. Maybe if the Cat turns out alright. Big Smile [:D]

Maraming salamat po (Thanks very much)!

Blackadder: This plan's as cunning as a fox that used to be Professor of cunning at Oxford University but has now moved on and is working with the U.N at the high commission of cunning planning

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allan

Member since
June 2003
From: Cavite, Philippines

Posted by allan on Sunday, November 16, 2003 10:06 AM

Walang anuman, kapatid.

Welcome, Shrikes. Youve come to the right place. There are plenty of good techniques, good topics and good people here. Try posting your query on the aircraft forum and I m sure youll get good advice.

No bucks, no Buck Rogers

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Sunday, November 16, 2003 10:10 AM

Hello Shrikes and Welcome Aboard! I believe I recall seeing a thread concerning aircraft machine guns over in the aircraft forum you might want to do a search and see what turns up.

Someone listed the site to go and see them.....however I didnt book mark it.
Happy building!

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Woody

Member since
December 2002
From: Third rock from the sun.

Posted by Woody on Sunday, November 16, 2003 11:19 AM

Welcome shrikes, Don't worry about feeling insecure. We are all here to support one another. You'll find FSM is a very different kind of forum. Relax and make yourself at home. Wink [;)]

" I wish to have no connection with any ship that does not sail fast; for I intend to go in harm's way." --John Paul Jones

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shermanfreak

Member since
January 2003

Posted by shermanfreak on Sunday, November 16, 2003 11:27 AM

Welcome to FSM shrikes.
Sign - Welcome [#welcome]

You've come to the right place, lots of great modellers here who are very willing to help.

Enjoy the forum !!!!

Happy Modelling and God Bless Robert

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Sunday, November 16, 2003 12:00 PM

Welcome mate. Join the club

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Sunday, November 16, 2003 5:09 PM

Shrikes I think we are all kids sometimes.

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Dwight Ta-ala

Member since
July 2003
From: Philippines

Posted by Dwight Ta-ala on Sunday, November 16, 2003 6:10 PM

Welcome Shrike,

Like you I am an OOB builder but I have been building seriously for only about a year now. Nice to have you here with us.

Mabuhay ka kabayan. (Long live, fellow countryman)

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shrikes

Member since
November 2003
From: Manila, Philippines

Posted by shrikes on Monday, November 17, 2003 9:44 AM

Hey! Thanks for the encouragement, guys... this is the first forum I've ever joined that didn't drench you with foul language for being a newbie. I can tell this is going to be a great forum! It's good to see some fellow Filipinos around! If I may ask, where do you guys get your modeling supplies? Maybe we can trade info on where to get materials, techniques, etc...! =>

Thanks for the help, Historyinscale... I did a search for "aircraft machine guns" in the aircraft forum, and I found the site... ABSOLUTLY AWESOME. It's too bad that they don't make them for 1/72nd scale. Do you guys think that the stock 1/72nd guns that come with the kit will survive drilling if I take a pin vise to the barrel? I suppose anything is possible... I mean, I saw the detail on Allan's 1/72nd scale armor! Great job, by the way!

Blackadder: This plan's as cunning as a fox that used to be Professor of cunning at Oxford University but has now moved on and is working with the U.N at the high commission of cunning planning

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Keyworth

Member since
January 2003
From: NE Georgia

Posted by Keyworth on Monday, November 17, 2003 9:47 AM

Welcome to FSM, shrikes. Glad to have you here. Shermie will be overjoyed to have another treadhead in the gang ! Big Smile [:D]

"There's no problem that can't be solved with a suitable application of high explosives"

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cassibill

Member since
February 2003
From: Indiana, USA

Posted by cassibill on Monday, November 17, 2003 10:27 AM

Hello! Nice to meet someone new. It means new projects, ideas and question to ponder.
Heating a needle or pin or even thin wire and using it to melt the barrel bore open might be easier since the needle is small and requires less force(less chance the guns will break) and might even be a little faster. I'd keep water nearby to cool the gun periodical so it won't overheat and warp. Good luck, keep us posted and I'll be on the look out for anything better.

cdw My life flashes before my eyes and it mostly my life flashing before my eyes!!! Big Smile The 1/144 scale census and message board: http://144scalelist.freewebpage.org/index.html

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Monday, November 17, 2003 7:35 PM

yo shrinks,im new at this thing to,i came 2 this sight about 4 weeks ago,dident know nothing about modeling,and now,i know about 20%,it going up,the making putty made it go up like 5,and if you want to know how to make putty,go to my topic,matchs vs.putty,dont use matchs ,dont use fire for modeling,dont want to leave finger prints,or other stuff. and if you dont know what putty is,it is the thing that gaps steams,or the little holes,i think

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Monday, November 17, 2003 8:55 PM

From one newbie to another, welcome. I've only been logged on for a couple of days and already I'm hooked even if its just looking at what people have to say.

Don't worry about about your standards; I do most my projects right out of the box; just enjoy what you do. Otherwise is not a hobby, its work.... Now is that deep or what? Laugh [(-D]

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J-Hulk

Member since
February 2003
From: Tochigi, Japan

Posted by J-Hulk on Tuesday, November 18, 2003 6:21 AM

Welcome, Shrikes!
Let us see that Cat when she's done,

~Brian

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, November 18, 2003 7:51 AM

Welcome to the forums, shrikes!

No standards here......we all learn new tips and techniques daily!

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lizardqing

Member since
July 2003
From: Dahlonega, Georgia

Posted by lizardqing on Tuesday, November 18, 2003 10:24 PM

Welcome Shrikes, don't worry about feeling insecure about showing your work here. I've shown a few things that I was'nt sure about and got some tips on how to make it better. This is a great place to learn and just hang out.

Chris The Scale Firehouse The Lizard's Workshop