Hello. Back to modelling after a little break.

[CarolsHusband]

Evening everyone.
I used to build 1/35 WW2 kits as a kid and kind of had another go in my late twenties but it's always been something that's simmered away in the background. I'm now still nearer to 50 than 60, but only just.
Clearing some stuff from my folks house last year I found not only 5 Tamiya catalogues from the 70's but also a stash of kits I'd built years ago. I then started looking on the net and have been totally inspired by some of the builders out there. Previously amazed by Francois Verlindens work, I now feel just as bowled over by what I've seen recently.
I've bought 3 kits to get me started (or last me the next 5 years) and intend to make a start this week. I'm going to take them really slowly ( I also have a love of old cars and with spring on the way I'll be splitting my spare time).
I'm aiming to build dioramas too, so it'll either turn into an all consuming passion again or I'll make a right dogs dinner of it. Time will tell !

Anyway, nice to be here and I've enjoyed having a look round. Hopefully I'll have something to contribute soon.

Cheers, Dan

 

[Gary G]

Welcome Dan,
I’ve only been here a short time but this place is a mine of information.

 

[Tim Marlow]

Hi Dan
Have a good look around, there’s lots on here to inspire you as well as loads of support and advice. Welcome aboard.

 

[Jim R]

Hi Dan
Welcome to the forum. We are a friendly, helpful bunch. As Tim says have a good look around and when you're ready to start your kit blog your build. That way you'll get plenty of helpful feedback and encouragement.
Jim

 

[BattleshipBob]

Evening Dan

Welcome aboard

 

[JR]

A warm welcome from me as well Dan.

 

[Bobby Conkers]

Welcome Dan, look forward to seeing your work.

Share and enjoy!

 

[adt70hk]

Welcome aboard Dan!

 

[Mini Me]

Hi Dan and welcome back to the Nut House........We're still here and hope to see you posting soon.
Cheers, Rick H.

 

[minitnkr]

Welcome, welcome, welcome. The more the merrier.

 

[CarolsHusband]

Thank you for the warm welcome everybody.

I hope it's ok if I take this opportunity to try and post a pic just as a test....



Maybe a little "obvious" as first choices to rekindle my hobby but they both have a story. My cousin built the Flakvierling halftrack when we were kids and I was always in awe of it, but never bought one. The Flak 88 because I asked my Gran for it on my 12th birthday, I even gave her the serial number. She bought me this....

I can still remember the disappointment. Not that I'm bitter, obviously !

Anyway, I'll stop wittering and start modelling.

 

[JR]

Suppose there is a slight comparison, they both put fear into people and made a lot of noise Dan.

 

[CarolsHusband]

I s'pose in hindsight it wasn't that long since the war and she wasn't much of a fan of Mr Hitler as you can imagine. I think it probably started my interest in cars too but I do remember being gutted.

 

[JR]

Oh I bet you were , hopes built up and then dashed !

 

[Deleted member 7181]

Hi Dan, welcome to the forum.

 

[Dave Ward]

Welcome Dan!
Nice models - ease you back into the hobby - you'll find a lot of new materials and techniques have emerged over the years, so any questions, ask away - I'm certain that someone will know the answer, or where to find it!
Dave

 

[spanner570]

A warm welcome from me too Dan.

Join in and have fun.
Ron

 

[boatman]

AN a welcome from me toooooooo
ENJOY THE FOREUM
chris

 

[Bobby Conkers]

Thank you for the warm welcome everybody.

I hope it's ok if I take this opportunity to try and post a pic just as a test....

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Maybe a little "obvious" as first choices to rekindle my hobby but they both have a story. My cousin built the Flakvierling halftrack when we were kids and I was always in awe of it, but never bought one. The Flak 88 because I asked my Gran for it on my 12th birthday, I even gave her the serial number. She bought me this. I can still remember the disappointment. Not that I'm bitter, obviously !

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Anyway, I'll stop wittering and start modelling.

I'm going to be watching the Lotus 72 with great interest - I've made many F1 models but this is still on my shopping list. I'm waiting for new decals to arrive before finishing my 1/12 Lotus 78 - those 1/12 Tamiyas are fantastic models (I believe Adrian Newey is a fan as well!).

 

[papa 695]

Hi Dan and welcome to the forum. A very friendly bunch here.