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Enohead

Member since
April 2011

Introduce Yourself - Right On

Posted by Enohead on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 1:59 PM

Hey, everyone -

I'm finally getting around to posting, after lurking for a few months.

I'm 47, and I started building models with the Aurora Monster kits when I was around 9 or 10. I got into Tamiya armor kits in high school and then, as is the case with most everyone else it seems, took an extended break from the hobby until recently.

I'm still mostly building WWII German armor, but I'll stray a bit. I have several boxes of reissues from my childhood that are waiting patiently for me. Remember the AMT Gigantics series of giant bug dioramas?

I've already gotten some great tips from the forums and the magazine that have helped me get up to speed with the new aspects and techniques of modeling, so thanks for that!

I look forward to posting some pics to the Reader Gallery as I finish some of my builds - I have a bad habit of letting them sit when they're in the last stages so I can start a new kit. Shameful. But at least now that I've said that I'll do it, maybe I'll have a little bit of accountability - enough to give me the kick in the butt I need to finish!

In the meantime, I look forward to sharing some tips and tricks and stories of xacto knife fights. Big Smile

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VanceCrozier

Member since
February 2003
From: Rothesay, NB Canada

Posted by VanceCrozier on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 2:30 PM

Welcome aboard Enohead! Giant bug dioramas??? CREEPY!! Yes

On the bench: Airfix 1/72 Wildcat; Airfix 1/72 Vampire T11; Airfix 1/72 Fouga Magister

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Hercmech

Member since
March 2010
From: Democratic Peoples Republic of Illinois

Posted by Hercmech on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 2:46 PM

Welcome to our little corner of the universe. Some good stuff and great people here abouts.

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MAJ Mike

Member since
February 2011
From: San Antonio

Posted by MAJ Mike on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 4:28 PM

Welcome Sign I'd say more, but I'm afraid I might hurt someone's feelings.

"I'd "I'd rather be historically accurate than politically correct."

"Sic gorgiamus allos subjectatos nunc!"

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TomZ2

Member since
January 2003
From: Washington, DC

Posted by TomZ2 on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 4:46 PM

Welcome. Do you advocate the overthrow of the United States government by force or subversion? (This is not a multiple choice question.)

Occasional factual, grammatical, or spelling variations are inherent to this thesis and should not be considered as defects, as they enhance the individuality and character of this document.

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Enohead

Member since
April 2011

Posted by Enohead on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 4:50 PM

MAJ Mike

I'd say more, but I'm afraid I might hurt someone's feelings.

Whose? Mine? It's okay - unless it's some unprovoked personal attack, I'm pretty thick-skinned. Smile

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MAJ Mike

Member since
February 2011
From: San Antonio

Posted by MAJ Mike on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 4:53 PM

Enohead

MAJ Mike:

I'd say more, but I'm afraid I might hurt someone's feelings.

Whose? Mine? It's okay - unless it's some unprovoked personal attack, I'm pretty thick-skinned.

Sorry. I've been involved in some silliness on another thread and I need to re-direct.

Seriously, welcome to the asylum. You'll make some friends here and learn a great deal about modeling techniques.

"I'd "I'd rather be historically accurate than politically correct."

"Sic gorgiamus allos subjectatos nunc!"

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Reasoned

Member since
February 2011
From: Bent River, IA

Posted by Reasoned on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 4:56 PM

Welcome Sign and no need to "lurk" around here, most of these guys don't bite.... most. Wink

Science is the pursiut of knowledge, faith is the pursuit of wisdom. Peace be with you.

On the Tarmac: 1/48 Revell P-38

In the Hanger: A bunch of kits

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Enohead

Member since
April 2011

Posted by Enohead on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 4:56 PM

Force or subversion?

Hmmm... which category does poo-flinging fall under? Because that's the one.

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MAJ Mike

Member since
February 2011
From: San Antonio

Posted by MAJ Mike on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 5:04 PM

Enohead

Force or subversion?

Hmmm... which category does poo-flinging fall under? Because that's the one.

Heh! That's not really allowed here. We really do try to keep things light-hearted. Quotes from Monty Python skits and Star Wars along with photos of strange things is what we all like. Sometimes a pompus windbag goes too far and the Thought Police Forum Administrator steps in to restore civility.

Again. welcome.

"I'd "I'd rather be historically accurate than politically correct."

"Sic gorgiamus allos subjectatos nunc!"

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Enohead

Member since
April 2011

Posted by Enohead on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 8:38 PM

MAJ Mike

Heh! That's not really allowed here. We really do try to keep things light-hearted. Quotes from Monty Python skits and Star Wars along with photos of strange things is what we all like. Sometimes a pompus windbag goes too far and the Thought Police Forum Administrator steps in to restore civility.

Again. welcome.

In that case, replace the poo-fling with a banana. Or a pointed stick - what about a pointed stick?

Thanks for the welcomes, everyone.

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40.mm

Member since
July 2009
From: lafayette la

Posted by 40.mm on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 9:01 PM

Welcome to the forum , looks like you have jumped in it with both feet . hope you didnt get any on ya , got a great bunch here and a few cutups . so enjoy the ride and happy modeling