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  • Member since
    September 2016
I'm trying to get back to my modeling weight
Posted by rcharlier3 on Thursday, September 1, 2016 9:19 PM

Hi all.  I'm in my 40's and haven't put together a model since I was a teenager.  I loved modeling when I was a kid, I would spend all of my money on supplies and kits.  For the longest time I only ever put together Chevrolet Corvette's and military airplanes (with an occasional helicopter thrown in).

I'm looking forward to modeling as an adult, because I can afford to spend more than $5 a week on my hobby!   I really want to get in to some bombers (B-17 is my favorite), maybe a car or two, a tank.  Not sure where I'll start or end.

I'm trying to convince my wife that this is my next hobby (again)!   Once I get her to agree, we can negotiate a space in the house, and I can start to gear up.  I live in the midwest USA, and I'm looking forward to spending my cold winter inside working on a kit or two.

Until then, for the last few weeks I have been reading about techniques and supplies, thinking about what I need to get started again.

I may not post often but I expect to read a lot of old posts.

  • Member since
    September 2003
  • From: AandF in the Badger State
Posted by checkmateking02 on Friday, September 2, 2016 10:24 AM

Welcome to the Forums!  Midwest winters provide lots of time for modeling.

 

 

 

 

  • Member since
    December 2002
  • From: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England
Posted by Bish on Friday, September 2, 2016 10:43 AM

Welcome abord. Your not alone, lots of memers have returned after a long break from the hobby.

I am a Norfolk man and i glory in being so

 

On the bench: Airfix 1/72nd Harrier GR.3/Fujimi 1/72nd Ju 87D-3

fox
  • Member since
    January 2007
  • From: Narvon, Pa.
Posted by fox on Friday, September 2, 2016 11:29 AM

Welcome to the Forums!  Glad to have you aboard!

You've come to the right place.  Lots of the members have returned to modelling after a break for one reason or another. The guys, and gals here are very knowledgeable and they are always ready to help out with any questions/problems that you might have. Don't be afraid to ask questions. That's what we're here for. Post pics of your builds so we can see your work.

I've been building for 69 of my 75 years and build whatever strikes my fancy. I'm moving up to larger scales because the hands and eyes are telling me I'm getting old. I build mainly 1/48 WWI & WWII aircraft but I'll build anyting that hits my eye and I like it.

Sooooo, sit back, have a few sips of your favorite drink Coffee Beer Drinks or Toast and enjoy.

Jim  Captain

 Main WIP: 

   On the Bench: Artesania Latina  (aka) Artists in the Latrine 1/75 Bluenose II

I keep hitting "escape", but I'm still here.

  • Member since
    March 2015
  • From: Streetsboro, Ohio
Posted by Toshi on Saturday, September 3, 2016 6:51 AM

Welcome aboard!

Toshi

On The Bench: Revell 1/48 B-25 Mitchell

 

Married to the most caring, loving, understanding, and beautiful wife in the world.  Mrs. Toshi

 

 

  • Member since
    November 2012
  • From: Capon Bridge West by God Virginia
Posted by feldgrau23 on Saturday, September 3, 2016 8:17 PM

Welcome aboard. Glad you could join us!!!

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