I have finished my first plastic model kit in almost 30 years. It has
been more than 30 since I built a sailing ship. ( I beleive the last
one was the Golden Hind that came in a plastic bag )
So what have I learned?
1. Building models is still fun.
2. You can never do too much research.
3. At some point, you have to stop doing research and start building.
4. Adding small details makes a big difference.
5. No matter which rigging you do first, something will be in the way! A pair of tweezers helps. Two are better.
6. My family thinks I am a nerd. In fact, whenever I am on this forum,
my 16 year old daughter asks if I am talking to my " Nerd
Buddies"
7. I can't wait to build more.
Thanks to everyone who helped with my questions.