The holidays have been somewhat low-key this year. Just the way I like them. Oh sure, I like a big turkey dinner as much as the next guy. But I really enjoy life on the slow-speed setting for a few days. Of course, this gives me time to think. And this time of year I... Continue Reading →
I've written about model bases a few times. In an early post, I discussed the various kinds of bases to place under airplane models. Later on, I had a thing for round bases and shared an experiment with a simple scenic base on a dollar store clock.  I've been to many model shows and contests. I've seen many... Continue Reading →
At the beginning of 2023 I had a pretty clear idea of how the year was going to go. I had my resolutions. I had my spring and summer plans. I had by paddle plans and I had my hobby plans. Yup - plans plans plans. I was going to build at least 200 models,... Continue Reading →
I have been asking for a new Corsair for some time now....I've been asking for a while.... over and over. I was always ignored. I threw another Hail Mary earlier this year, I figured why not. You don't get what you don't ask for, right? Well, guess what? Someone made me a brand new Corsair... Continue Reading →
We are mid-way through November and about to hit the silly season. Not too long ago it was January and the whole year was ahead of me. I had planned a lot of builds but, as it stands today, I will get 3 across the finish line this year. This meager output is not what... Continue Reading →
Full disclosure: In all my travels, I've only been to a handful of galleries. And I don't know anything about art except I like what I like. I might not 'get' a lot of art but I always assumed one thing when it came to famous art pieces. In each case, the artist was so... Continue Reading →
We all know the vast majority of scale models sold will never be shown at any contest. Hell, most of them will never be built! That's hardly a hot take because most people who have built a model have never set foot in a model show. When I got back into the hobby, I certainly... Continue Reading →
I love airplane engines, which is pretty much why I've built so many big, round-nosed WW2 props. That big ol' engine, just begging for detail, is visible to all. I pretty much always start my builds with the engine, no matter what those instructions say. A few months ago, a representative from Stirlingkit reached out... Continue Reading →
Last week the Scale Model Podcast boys invited me to the show to talk about my "Why our Model Shows have Competitions" post and, as usual, we ended up discussing a lot more. The guys were very generous to allow this blogger to share some thoughts on the hobby, human psychology and history. As always,... Continue Reading →
Let's face it, getting into this hobby requires a few tools and supplies. But it doesn't have to be a huge entry barrier for someone starting out. In fact, many of the tools needed can be easily sourced at a dollar store. For around $10 one can get started with the basics: a cutting mat... Continue Reading →
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