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PaPa-John

Member since
January 2007
From: Regina, Saskatchewan Canada

Greetings from Regina, Saskatchewan - Canada

Posted by PaPa-John on Friday, January 19, 2007 4:10 PM

I have just taken up this hobby (December, 2006) after attending a scale model show in Regina. I went home, thought about it and jumped in with both feet.

I am a retired Police Officer, and love to motorycyle tour, but needed something else.

I have just started on a DH Mosquito (Scale 1/72) and progressing very slowing. I am slow as I have never done this before. Enjoying this very much.

I have never posted to any forums before, so Please be patient with this newbie modeler who is trying to learn.

As I go along, I will no doubt be asking for assistance from all you experienced modelers.

John

On the bench: 1:72 Hobbycraft CF-105 Avro Arrow. 1:24 Revell Dodge Superbee 2n1.

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chopperfan

Member since
November 2003
From: Oklahoma

Posted by chopperfan on Friday, January 19, 2007 4:17 PM

John. There are plenty of knowledgeable people on here to handle just about any question you might come up with. And, they love helping out.

Hope you enjoy the forums.

Randie [C):-)]Agape Models

Without them? The men on the ground would have to work a lot harder. You can help. Please keep 'em flying! http://www.airtanker.com/

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ruddratt

Member since
February 2006
From: Smithers, BC, Canada

Posted by ruddratt on Friday, January 19, 2007 4:27 PM

Welcome, John, to the forums and to the wonderful world of scale modeling! Glad to have you aboard! Lots of great people here more than willing to help get you started on your way to hours of relaxation and enjoyment.

Mike

"We have our own ammunition. It's filled with paint. When we fire it, it makes pretty pictures....scares the hell outta people."

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rjkplasticmod

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

Posted by rjkplasticmod on Friday, January 19, 2007 6:49 PM

Welcome to the Forums John & welcome to the hobby .

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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Gun Tech

Member since
August 2006
From: Oromocto, Canada

Posted by Gun Tech on Saturday, January 20, 2007 7:56 AM

Welcome to the forums and hobby John!

Jean-Michel "Arte et Marte"

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STEVE2961

Member since
January 2007

Posted by STEVE2961 on Sunday, January 21, 2007 6:32 PM

Welcome to the hobby. I've been modeling off and on for years but have been thinking of taking part in poker runs on my '82 Suzuki GS850. Maybe I should follow your example and jump into motorcycling with both feet like you have modeling.

Good luck with the Mossie and let us know how it turns out.

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cassibill

Member since
February 2003
From: Indiana, USA

Posted by cassibill on Monday, January 22, 2007 9:49 AM

Welcome to the forum and the hobby. Congratulations on jumping in with both feet.

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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PaPa-John

Member since
January 2007
From: Regina, Saskatchewan Canada

Posted by PaPa-John on Monday, January 22, 2007 6:39 PM

Thanks for the warm welcome to the Forum. .

Not knowing what my forte will be, I plan on trying different types of models (aircraft, auto, tanks, etc). Since I have never done this before, the DH Mosquito will be my 'guinea pig'. At the moment it doesn't look pretty, but I'm happy with what I have accomplished. No camera to share photos, but may have to mooch my daughter's digital (if she is kind hearted, will post in the aircraft section for constructive criticism.

Just lucked out and obtained a Revell (1:24) '69 Dodge Super Bee 2'n1. Will build this before I tackle the 1932 Ford Vicky.

Who says that an old dog (geyser at 58 yrs young) can't learn something new.

If this is is in the wrong area let me know and accept my apology, as new to forum procedures.

John

On the bench: 1:72 Hobbycraft CF-105 Avro Arrow. 1:24 Revell Dodge Superbee 2n1.

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cassibill

Member since
February 2003
From: Indiana, USA

Posted by cassibill on Monday, January 22, 2007 9:01 PM

You're doing just fine. Any questions we can handle. As the Vulcans say, "We're here to serve." (Yes, I'm a Trekkie geek and it is no secret. Tease away, like most here have done at one time or another.

I'm the resident "sister" of the forum.

)

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