Simon T Memorial GB: Nov-Feb 2020. Chat thread

Greg_147

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Hello all,

I don't post very much on the forum, but I have watched many builds take place, included those of Simon; he's done a number of 1/72 models that I've tried to pick tips up from, and I'd like to add something to the memorial build if that's okay.

Earlier in the year I was looking to build a Universal Carrier in 1/35 to go with some figures I made ages ago. A search of the forum showed Simon had posted some very detailed reference photos that were exactly what I was looking for. I bookmarked the page, but never got around to buying the carrier. This seems like a good time to get the kit and use those photos that Simon kindly took and uploaded for all to use.

Thanks,
Greg
 
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Guys I’m not Happy with my choice for Simon’s GB. I think it’s too conventional when I see most everyone having some “Scrach” in there build so I’m changing it up. I will have to dig deep in the Drennen Vintage vault to get my subjects. I will post later this evening or tomorrow.
 
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My kit arrived today, quite nicely cast, very few bubbles.
But............
It's a recast of a MAIM kit........
I have discovered this since ordering it.
I suspect this fact wouldn't bother Simon.
But the site owner, being a model shop, might be bothered.
And now I'm not sure whether to continue with the mech or fall back to the original armour kit I pulled out of the stash.
 
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Ok this is my offering for the Simon GB. I bought this off of Sleezbay some years ago partially built. I will Scratch build a bed for the Flak 30 by removing the back portion where the troops go. Now this feels like it’s going to be fun.
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Right up Mr. T's alley Lee. I seem to recall him working on a SdKfz 7 at one point. I'll see if I can find his build thread.......don't remember which version he was building. Rick H.
 
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Jim R said:
A truly wonderful response from so many. Shows what high regard people had for Simon. Thanks to Lee for overseeing the GB.

This GB could well end up with 40+ modellers taking part and therein lies a bit of an issue. Starting on November 1st this forum is going to see so many memorial model threads that unless I spend hours each day on the forum I am not going to be able to look at and comment on all the builds. I will do my best to keep on top of what everyone is doing but please don't think I don't care if I click 'Like' rather than post a comment. It is simply a matter of time. I doubt I'm alone with this concern.

I'm still waiting for my kit to come from the Ukraine but the day it arrives it will be 'bench cleared and box open' :tongue-out3: I am sure Simon would want us all to have a really fun time.

Jim
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Yes Jim, it will be quite an effort to check out 40 builds on the go in one session but looking forward to it. As said kindly don't think I don't care if I just click "Like". I'll post a comment when I can...most probably when you're asleep as I am 7 hours ahead of you. Need to start getting my thread ready in 5 hours time...that is if I go to bed late.

Cheers,
Richard
 
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Guys. Time is running down to start and I what to Thank everyone who join in and Thank you for letting me be the host of this important GB. I consider all of you here a great group of friends. Thanks
 
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Lee Drennen said:
Guys. Time is running down to start and I what to Thank everyone who join in and Thank you for letting me be the host of this important GB. I consider all of you here a great group of friends. Thanks
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As you probably already know Lee...... I jumped the gun somewhat and started early:anguished:!!
To make amends though,i haven`t touched it again since i found out!!
I think you`ve done a sterling job already,keeping this thread going,and i`m sure it`ll turn out to be a resounding success mate.
....... and it`s a big "THANK YOU" to you,for taking on the job.:cool:
.........As for us all being "Friends"........well said that man.
Cheers,
Andy
 
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Lee Drennen said:
Thank you for letting me be the host of this important GB. I consider all of you here a great group of friends. Thanks
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No needs for thanks Lee. You stepped up to the breach dear friend and have done a terrific job of marshalling the troops. Good luck with your own endeavour.
 
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