No, No, - it's not about the final appearance, it's the pleasure of building, and your own satisfaction that I mean. Few of my models are what you would call show class, but it's the personal feeling of fulfillment, immaterial of whether anyone else sees it!
Dave
I suppose the most satisfying build i've made is infact one that i had little to do with. This is my sons 1/72 Academy Typhoon and i have to say it was a joy to build with him. It's only his second ever model and he loves it. Although he has learned the hard way the curse of the Academy decals. They are really REALLY . Still i suppose you don't have to be that involved to get the most satisfaction. I've a 1/72 P-51D to build with my other son next and i cannot wait.
What an interesting thread and so many outstanding models to show. People have a right to be proud.
Unlike many I didn't build models as a child. My very first model was after I retired. I needed a hobby - the wife told me so I was so pleased with that very first model - I have certainly made better but that will always be special. Brush painted, no weathering and it even had a figure!! Tamiya Willy's Jeep.
It's a no -brainer for me.
Even though I make my living from making models , this is the first model I have completed in about 40 years that isn't for work or for somebody else.
And the great thing is it actually looks better than I expected it to , and that's down to having this forum as a talking-shop and centre of encouragement.
So many thanks guys!
Neil