Pantherman
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Just keep an eye on the thread, we will eventually sort a start date.
What kit are you thinking of building? Pantherman
Star Wars Theme Group Build
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What kit are you thinking of building? Pantherman
I have these two in the stash. I am leaning toward the Y-Wing. One of the things I like about Sci Fi builds, there is a lots of room for adding your own stamp. I am thinking of doing the Y-Wing in dark grey with orange markings and a lot of metallic chipping.
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I will be building that same Y-Wing.
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Usually when we all (or most of us) have our kit(s). We set a tentative start date. However, some of us jump the gun, like me.
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And me......... but maybe not this time. PM
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I have been looking at that kit for a while so very interested to see how you get on with it. Pantherman
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Hyper drive was broken so amazon prime delivered it. Think the box hit a meteor on route......Pantherman
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Oh Bob Saget... I've just recently begun working on a Y-Wing kit myself. I'd have to start a new kit for this GB, right?
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Just join in, we will just assume that you're really quick at building......Pantherman
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Oh, that is a relief. Because typically I'll make a ton of progress on a model at first, and the closer I get to completing it, the slower I get.
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That's the benefit of the group build because seeing others builds often spurs me on to finish mine. Pantherman
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Oh, I have a twin! I am horrible about that same thing.
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I built the Bandai kit but not this one. Interested to watch your progress.
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I really shouldn't as I already have a few started. One I've been working on most lately is Planet of the Apes General Ursus from the 70's. I have till December to finish it for a birthday present. Most of my stash are Star Wars. I'll take a look and have to think about it. I also get slower the closer to completion I get, and I'm horrible at posting.
Another note on weathering, chipping from micro meteors, carbon scoring, and carbon marking by engines are all good. As was said before imperial are normally newer looking with less wear and tear, unless just came from battle. Rebels ships are normally much more beaten looks as they were always second hand or pieced together to operate. The Slave I typically has lots of chipping on it. One method I have heard of, but haven't had a chance to try yet, is dampen the area you want to chip and sprinkle salt and let it dry. Paint it and then rub the salt off.
Another note on weathering, chipping from micro meteors, carbon scoring, and carbon marking by engines are all good. As was said before imperial are normally newer looking with less wear and tear, unless just came from battle. Rebels ships are normally much more beaten looks as they were always second hand or pieced together to operate. The Slave I typically has lots of chipping on it. One method I have heard of, but haven't had a chance to try yet, is dampen the area you want to chip and sprinkle salt and let it dry. Paint it and then rub the salt off.
