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I started building models when I was about 8 years old. Back then it was simply, kit, glue paint. Through high school and part of college, I kept at it. A good build made it to the ceiling or shelf. A bad one got the Ronson and firecracker treatment. Life took so many turns; marriage, kids and work. The hiatus was too long. I got back into it as the kids got older. Now retired, the little birds have flown, and in between "honey do's", my escape is the bench.
I build mainly WWII to modern era aircraft. My favorite scales are 1/48 and 1/32. My favorite aircraft is the F-104 Starfighter.
I am a huge fan of the old Revell-Monogram "Pro-Modeler" kits. Obviously no longer produced, but if you keep your eyes peeled, you can find these gems at garage and estate sales, even The Goodwill or Cost Plus. Great kits with [...]
You never know where this hobby will lead you.
Three years ago, a friend of mine, knowing I am a bit of a history nut and modeler introduced me to Vincent who resides at a local nursing home here. Vincent was a bombardier on B-24's [...]
This one was a real challenge. Apparently the molds are old and the kit had a TON of flash. Was pretty happy with how my "wood" prop turned out. I don't work much on WWI planes, but this was fun and looks nice on the ceiling [...]
