The Race Into Space GB, October 2018 - July 2019 (Ended)

Okay, just over 3 weeks till launch.  I need people to check in with their builds.  Those who are already listed are fine, but need the rest to sign in.  Thanks!

Gary

Yup, it's huge!

But most of the length is the escape tower. 

At a 1st look the engineering of this kit looks outstanding.

Yep!  It's big.  I've been following Lancair IV's build (in "Space") of the Mercury/Redstone using this model.  Quite an undertaking!

The only thing bigger is the old "G.I. Joe" space capsule!

http://www.vintage3djoes.com/official-space-capsule.html

Gary

Holy smoke, over 2 feet! 

As listed, here is what I'm going to build.

This thing is BIG!

GAF

Actually, no plans (original, anyway) were ever found.  Nor any evidence that it was ever anything other than UFOologists wild imaginations.  If there was even a scrap of real evidence that the Germans had even planned such a machine, I might allow it.  I would allow the two-stage version of the V2 as it was at least a concept, but this...  science fiction.

At one time I joked that I would build the Star Trek U.S.S. Enterprise in olive drab with U.S. Army Air Corps markings to show why the haunebu was not over Normandy bombarding the D-Day landings. 

Gary

 

No worries!

just figured it was worth an ask.....

Actually, no plans (original, anyway) were ever found.  Nor any evidence that it was ever anything other than UFOologists wild imaginations.  If there was even a scrap of real evidence that the Germans had even planned such a machine, I might allow it.  I would allow the two-stage version of the V2 as it was at least a concept, but this...  science fiction.

At one time I joked that I would build the Star Trek U.S.S. Enterprise in olive drab with U.S. Army Air Corps markings to show why the haunebu was not over Normandy bombarding the D-Day landings. 

Gary

I would think Gary would say no. It didn't have anything to do with the actual space race and it was intended as a weapon only (while one could argue that missiles like the Redstone, Atlas etc. were intended originally as weapons only as well).

Was it actually built? I know we found plans for it.

Quick question.....would Squadron‘s 1/72 Haunebu fall into this category?  I got it last year for my birthday, and started it, but put it away after the first couple of steps because Cub Scout season was rolling out and I didn’t have time to work on it....

Yeah, that sounds good to me too. The problem could be that it's harder to decide when you have a large choice. It's like listening to one song over another, if you have two or three it's not a problem, but when you have 100........

GAF

I am beginning to think that it might be too hard to choose between all the images, and that perhaps we should just allow people to pick their favorite from all of them for their own use.

Saves some time, anyway. 

Gary

 

That sounds like a good idea to me; personalize the thing. People can use what inspires them. But, I'll go with whatever. 

I am beginning to think that it might be too hard to choose between all the images, and that perhaps we should just allow people to pick their favorite from all of them for their own use.

Saves some time, anyway. 

Gary

Made a correction in my last post.

Not that my opinion means anything, but for conversation sake, my favorites are from the first batch that MC posted on 9/2. My favorites in order of preference are 4, 3, and 6. I like 4 the most because in my mind it embodies the title of this GB. That rocket is racing to space, man. It fits the subject at hand. Just my one cent for you.

Nice pictures guys. They all look good. Thanks for the work done thus far. I hope we make the criteria to launch this sucker because I think this mission will be one for the books.

Updated: 4, 3, and 6. Not 5 a I noted.

LOL!  No, I think I misplaced a box somewhere in my moves.  Oh, darn...

Gary

I wasn't me honest!

John

Hypertex, Scottrc, Falconmod> Your builds are listed.  Thank you!

Eagle90> Got a few more weeks to choose.

Oddly, while going through my old models, I noticed I was missing the Revell 1/96 scale LM.  I have the CM/SM, but the LM has vanished!  Well...

And, for your consideration, here are a few more images to consider for a Group Build Badge that I didn't get around to placing text on.

Gary

My entry will be Dragon's 1/48 Apollo 11 Lunar Module Eagle. Kind of an obvious choice considering the upcoming anniversary.

My plan is to put this on a base depicting the lunar surface.

 I have an Estes Saturn V I hope to start on after the first of the year.

Man....what an awesome GB and what cool badges!  I will look at my stash (and I have A LOT of real spce stuff) and I will let you know by the weekend what I'll build.  I might have to do more then one for this GB!  

Thanks guys for hosting a GREAT GB!

Here's my contribution.   Revell's 1/96 scale CM/LEM.   this was a raffle win that was started, but has been broken down.  I'll have to strip the old paint and repair/replace several parts to say the least.

John

Mach71> Your build is listed.  That 1/12 Mercury capsule is going to be quite a project!

And we'll see about the 10 sign-ups, though I might want to shoot for 7.  More of an iconic number!

Modelcrazy> Okay, badges are transferred.  Yeah, that base is from the Monogram Lunar Lander model.  Much better than the Revell version. 

Gary

GAF

Okay, the build list is updated.

Modelcrazy> I like the first of the F1 engines.  The second of the Saturn V liftoff may be too tall for a good badge image.  I rejected a few images like that because of the same problem.  I'll go ahead and put text on the first and put it in the candidates. 

Oh, and here's photos of my collection, mostly in pieces that I've had for around 50 years.  I'll be doing the Revell Apollo (second picture, lower right).  I'm missing a few pieces, but it'll be scratch-building a base and Launch Escape Tower.  Should be a test of my skills. 

Note that box of parts at the bottom!

 

Gary

PS> While I'm thinking about it, if you want, you can move the links from my 3rd post into yours, and then I'll delete them in mine.  You can handle the badge selection.

How's that?

 

 

 

 

I like the base with the shadow. That's iconic. It would be better if it was John Young saluting the flag.

I thought about the hight of the S5, like the engine view as well.

I'll copy your badges and put them on my post.

Looks like you have your 10 entries! Excellent! 

Put me down for the Atomic City 1/12 Mercury Capsule.

I've been vacillating between that and the 1/24 Revell Gemini, the Mercury is winning.

RealG> Check the link at the bottom of the first post.  I'm still looking for a way to get the clock to show up in he post itself.  

Meanwhile, I think we'll have something appropriate for launch!

Gary

I’m not sure anyone suggested it already, but how about doing a “T-Minus-XX Days” to the GB “liftoff”?  Starting at T-Minus 10 Days.  At T-Minus Zero, declare “Liftoff, we have liftoff!”  Then post that famous shot looking downward from the launch gantry as the Saturn V blasts off.  Or that horizontal shot with the first stage moving upwards, revealing the “United States of America” lettering on the side?

Or is that too political in this PC age?  Nevertheless, I definitely remember being a proud four year old American back in July of 1969.  The space race and moon shot were such a huge thing even a little kid could feel it everywhere.

Okay, the build list is updated.

Modelcrazy> I like the first of the F1 engines.  The second of the Saturn V liftoff may be too tall for a good badge image.  I rejected a few images like that because of the same problem.  I'll go ahead and put text on the first and put it in the candidates. 

Oh, and here's photos of my collection, mostly in pieces that I've had for around 50 years.  I'll be doing the Revell Apollo (second picture, lower right).  I'm missing a few pieces, but it'll be scratch-building a base and Launch Escape Tower.  Should be a test of my skills. 

Note that box of parts at the bottom!

Gary

PS> While I'm thinking about it, if you want, you can move the links from my 3rd post into yours, and then I'll delete them in mine.  You can handle the badge selection.

How's that?

Horizon Models 1/72 Mercury Restone

I like number 1, 2, and of corurse the last one. I like the idea of a special early finish badge.

What do you think of adding this to the voting.

or

Just a thought.

Hi,

My build will be the X-24B half of this kit...

Pat