An introduction, and a tall order...

Dan A

Member since
November 2008
From: Fresno, CA

An introduction, and a tall order...

Posted by Dan A on Sunday, November 30, 2008 12:40 AM

I just stumbled across the site, and of course registered. I am a Navy veteran (was an aircraft engine mechanic), and have been building on and off for many years. Aircraft, cars, and armor are my main interests.

I have a tall order for a long-term project: I'd like to build a model of every aircraft I was around while on active duty. All in the same scale (1/48th or 1/72nd), or course. The list is as follows:

Bell AH-1W Cobra
Bell UH-1N Twin Huey
Boeing CH-46 Sea Knight
Boeing F/A-18 Hornet
McDonnell Douglas AV-8B Harrier
Sikorsky CH-53E Sea Stallion
Sikorsky SH-60 Sea Sprite (any 60 kit would probably work)

If anyone can provide me with manufacturers of these kits, be they current or reasonably priced out-of-production pieces, I'd be grateful. Thanks!

In progress: Hasegawa P-51D/K (being built as a D), Tamiya Morris Mini Cooper 1275S, Testors Kaman H-43B Huskie (held up by lack of parts)

To be resumed sooner or later: Academy M151A2 with Eduard photo-etch

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The Cod

Member since
August 2008
From: New-Brunswick, Canada

Posted by The Cod on Sunday, November 30, 2008 7:59 AM

Welcome Dan, an interesting list, will be nice to see when finished...keep young , keep modeling.

Keep young......Keep modeling. I am never lost....just exploring new ground

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rjkplasticmod

Member since
February 2003
From: A Spartan in the Wolverine State

Posted by rjkplasticmod on Sunday, November 30, 2008 8:24 AM

Welcome to the Forums Dan . Sounds like an interesting project.

Regards, Rick

RICK

At My Age, I've Seen It All, Done It All, But I Don't Remember It All...

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Daywalker

Member since
September 2003
From: South Central Wisconsin

Posted by Daywalker on Sunday, November 30, 2008 8:48 AM

Sign - Welcome [#welcome] to the forums Dan!

I agree, a very interesting project. I believe I have seen most of those aircraft in model form at one time or another, but I build mostly WWII stuff so I am not current on these. Here are a couple of reputable mail order sites that you can browse:

Squadron mail order

Sprue Brothers

I hope that helps! Big Smile [:D]

Frank

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firesmacker

Member since
September 2007
From: Crystal Lake, IL

Posted by firesmacker on Sunday, November 30, 2008 9:52 AM

Dan, first of all

In 2 1/2 more years, I will be joining you in the Fleet Reserve.

Frank pretty much nailed it, Squadron and Sprue Brothers are two of the companies I order from regularly. Never had a problem. Great models is another one but, their service can be a little "spotty" at times. Internet Hobbies is good too but, sometimes it's easier to order over the phone with them. Anyway, welcome aboard Shipmate. Hope to see some of your work.

Regards,

Jeff

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mg.mikael

Member since
December 2007
From: Bridgeview, Illinois

Posted by mg.mikael on Sunday, November 30, 2008 10:17 AM

to the forums, Dan A!!! Hope to see you around!

"A good plan executed now is better than a perfect plan next week." - George S. Patton

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Dan A

Member since
November 2008
From: Fresno, CA

Posted by Dan A on Sunday, November 30, 2008 10:49 AM

Frank, the links were very helpful! I was able to find every aircraft except the CH-53E in 1/72nd scale. I even found a decal set for VFA-125.

Jeff, I guess you're stationed in Great Lakes?

Thanks to all for the kind words!

In progress: Hasegawa P-51D/K (being built as a D), Tamiya Morris Mini Cooper 1275S, Testors Kaman H-43B Huskie (held up by lack of parts)

To be resumed sooner or later: Academy M151A2 with Eduard photo-etch