modelling minion Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 14 hours ago, PlaStix said: Three months from today this GB will be officially starting!! As @Enzo Matrix mentioned above; it's coming up remarkably quickly!! Are you ready? I have now made a decision as to what I am going to build. I have a few Pz.IV kits in the stash both in 1/35 and 1/48. I was originally thinking of making one of the full 1/35 Dragon kits I have but, looking at the large number of parts involved - plus knowing how long it will take me to do some of the detailing I will want to do on these kits, I have opted instead to make the first Pz.IV in the Dragon Platz range, which I got cheap a while back: It appears to be a great looking model - typical of a Dragon kit - but only has 175 parts. This is amazing when you consider Dragon's 2005 version of a Pz.IV had over 1,000 parts!! It seems beautifully moulded but there may be some compromises with the simplified construction - well we'll find out during the GB. I'm hoping, because it has fewer parts, that it will leave me more time for my GB hosting duties. I also reckon if I finish it quickly I could always make one of the 1/48 Pz.IVs as well. We will see. For more details about this kit you can check it out on Scalemates. Anyone else decided what they are going to build yet? Kind regards, Stix That's a very interesting looking kit Stix, I really like the lack of 1000 parts approach! I'm interested in the new Zvezda 1/35 Panzer IVE, also has less parts and I can build it as an Afrika Korps tank, when I find some decals. Handy that the IPMS UK nationals aren't that far away time wise. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badder Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 I'm going to stick to my gun(s) and re-visit this: Hopefully I'll actually complete it this time and not have the thing fall apart in my hands (the surviving part then falling apart after meeting very heavily with the kitchen tap) Rearguards, Badder 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 I was considering a Nashorn in 1/35 for this GB, but now I'm considering an early Panzer IV from Hobby Boss. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted September 18, 2018 Share Posted September 18, 2018 On 15/09/2018 at 22:30, modelling minion said: I'm interested in the new Zvezda 1/35 Panzer IVE, also has less parts and I can build it as an Afrika Korps tank, when I find some decals. Handy that the IPMS UK nationals aren't that far away time wise. Hi Craig. That sounds like a good plan. Hope you manage to get the decals in time! On 16/09/2018 at 15:04, Badder said: Hopefully I'll actually complete it this time and not have the thing fall apart in my hands (the surviving part then falling apart after meeting very heavily with the kitchen tap) Hi Badder. Yes I'm hoping it goes far better this time for you and you get a finished model at the end!! Looking forward to following what will, no doubt, be a fascinating project. On 16/09/2018 at 17:49, Enzo Matrix said: I was considering a Nashorn in 1/35 for this GB, but now I'm considering an early Panzer IV from Hobby Boss. If I'm correct, the Hobbyboss Pz.IVs were originally from Tristar who made really good kits. I think, from reading a few reviews, the only thing that may be a problem is that they are a little complicated to build in places. Looking forward to seeing it in progress. Kind regards, Stix 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 On 18/09/2018 at 20:48, PlaStix said: If I'm correct, the Hobbyboss Pz.IVs were originally from Tristar who made really good kits. I think, from reading a few reviews, the only thing that may be a problem is that they are a little complicated to build in places. Looking forward to seeing it in progress. You are quite correct. The kit is scaring me a little. There are so many parts. There are even separate bolt heads on the hull. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theplasticsurgeon Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 I've just acquired a Matchbox PanzerJaeger IV I'm in. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davek72 Posted September 30, 2018 Share Posted September 30, 2018 Mind if I join too? I am a very inexperienced armour modeller so this will be an excuse for me to have another go. Now I just need to find a kit. Dave 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted October 1, 2018 Share Posted October 1, 2018 On 26/09/2018 at 22:02, theplasticsurgeon said: I've just acquired a Matchbox PanzerJaeger IV I'm in. Hi theplasticsurgeon and welcome! Looks like it should be great - especially with the base! Looking forward to seeing it in progress from the 15th December! On 30/09/2018 at 08:37, Davek72 said: Mind if I join too? I am a very inexperienced armour modeller so this will be an excuse for me to have another go. Now I just need to find a kit. Dave We certainly don't mind! The more the merrier! There's plenty of Pz.IV and related kits out there. You thinking of 1/72, 1/48 or 1/35? Tamiya's 1/48 armour kits are usually a great build There's a couple in the £20 - £24 mark on Amazon at the moment. I have added you both to the list here. Kind regards, Stix 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davek72 Posted October 6, 2018 Share Posted October 6, 2018 On 10/1/2018 at 2:18 PM, PlaStix said: Hi theplasticsurgeon and welcome! Looks like it should be great - especially with the base! Looking forward to seeing it in progress from the 15th December! We certainly don't mind! The more the merrier! There's plenty of Pz.IV and related kits out there. You thinking of 1/72, 1/48 or 1/35? Tamiya's 1/48 armour kits are usually a great build There's a couple in the £20 - £24 mark on Amazon at the moment. I have added you both to the list here. Kind regards, Stix Hi Stix As a result of my research I have uncovered an old memory of the older brother of a friend of mine building a Tamiya 1/35 Wirbelwind. I am aware this is an old kit (my memory must be circa 1980) but it has I understand been slightly updated with a more modern chassis from its 1977 origins. Anyway I found one going at a reasonable price so that’s what I am going with. Cheers Dave 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 On 06/10/2018 at 11:04, Davek72 said: Hi Stix As a result of my research I have uncovered an old memory of the older brother of a friend of mine building a Tamiya 1/35 Wirbelwind. I am aware this is an old kit (my memory must be circa 1980) but it has I understand been slightly updated with a more modern chassis from its 1977 origins. Anyway I found one going at a reasonable price so that’s what I am going with. Cheers Dave Hi Dave - that does sound like an excellent idea for a build. Well......what can I say? - In just two months time - this, only the second ever AFV STGB on Britmodeller, will actually be underway. Are you ready? I think I am. Wow...... it's seems to be coming up to it more quickly than I thought it would. How is it only two months away? This year is flying by! Make sure you have found or bought your kit(s), sorted out the paints and gathered together any extras you might require! Can't wait!! Kind regards, Stix 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vppelt68 Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 I only recently noticed I shall be with you @PlaStix hosting this one, that's an honour and joy . Speaking of Wirbelwinds, there's a newish Revell 1:72 kit just reviewed here at our favourite forum, and it looks mighty nice V-P 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG X Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 I would be interested in 'having a go' - it will only be my second GB - but I enjoyed the Airfix GB so much that I'm itching to get into another. I only have 1/72 Revells though and zero knowledge on German armour so I better get researching. All the best - Steve 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vppelt68 Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 Steve, why not build an abandoned Normandy Pz IV late H/early J, hatches open and gun recessed as in shame of defeat, to portray the advance of the mighty Taurus we've witnessed in your Airfix GB builds? I simply loved them! V-P 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badger Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 41 minutes ago, BIG X said: I would be interested in 'having a go' - it will only be my second GB - but I enjoyed the Airfix GB so much that I'm itching to get into another. I only have 1/72 Revells though and zero knowledge on German armour so I better get researching. All the best - Steve The 1/72 Revell is a very, very nice kit. I'd forgotten all about signing up for this gb - shall have to go stash mining!! All the best Ben 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badger Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 1 hour ago, vppelt68 said: I only recently noticed I shall be with you @PlaStix hosting this one, that's an honour and joy . Speaking of Wirbelwinds, there's a newish Revell 1:72 kit just reviewed here at our favourite forum, and it looks mighty nice V-P It's Revell's rerelease of the Maco kit (which was based on the Revell Pz IV). If it's anything like the ostwind it'll be a nice kit All the best Ben 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ijs302 Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 never done a gb before a 1/72 stug i think, i can remember the airfix stug was one of my first built on holiday kits when i was a kid , i,m in if thats ok 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 6 minutes ago, ijs302 said: never done a gb You're gonna love it! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonhoff Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 Picked up a cheap Tamiya MkIV the other week so I'll join you good people if that's ok? IanJ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG X Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 15 hours ago, vppelt68 said: Steve, why not build an abandoned Normandy Pz IV late H/early J, hatches open and gun recessed as in shame of defeat, to portray the advance of the mighty Taurus we've witnessed in your Airfix GB builds? I simply loved them! V-P Thanks V-P Like Ben below I went 'stash mining' last night and found some more items I had bought a while back - but was too disappointed to do anything with - namely... A box of 2 Armourfast Ausf G's - They were on offer form £8 to £4 when my LMS shut down. When I opened the box I was mightily disappointed as the tracks have literally no detail. However - your idea of 'beaten tanks' - has inspired me and as long as I muddy the tracks up enough they could be really fun. And for £2 each - worth some experimentation. 15 hours ago, badger said: The 1/72 Revell is a very, very nice kit. I'd forgotten all about signing up for this gb - shall have to go stash mining!! All the best Ben Hey Ben - I am counting on you to 'keep me on track' with lots of advice and answers to my newbie questions on German Armour. I'm getting very excited now - Steve 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 (edited) 16 hours ago, vppelt68 said: I only recently noticed I shall be with you @PlaStix hosting this one, that's an honour and joy . Speaking of Wirbelwinds, there's a newish Revell 1:72 kit just reviewed here at our favourite forum, and it looks mighty nice V-P Hi V-P. I am equally honoured and excited to be hosting with you! And the new Revell kit does seem to be getting a lot of favourable press at the moment. 16 hours ago, BIG X said: I would be interested in 'having a go' - it will only be my second GB - but I enjoyed the Airfix GB so much that I'm itching to get into another. I only have 1/72 Revells though and zero knowledge on German armour so I better get researching. All the best - Steve Hi Steve. Great to have you on board and it will be fantastic to have one of your 1/72 masterpieces in progress in this GB! I have added your name to the list here. 15 hours ago, badger said: The 1/72 Revell is a very, very nice kit. I'd forgotten all about signing up for this gb - shall have to go stash mining!! All the best Ben 15 hours ago, badger said: It's Revell's rerelease of the Maco kit (which was based on the Revell Pz IV). If it's anything like the ostwind it'll be a nice kit All the best Ben Hi Ben. Looking forward to seeing what you discover in the stash and to following it's rise to magnificence in the GB! 11 hours ago, ijs302 said: never done a gb before a 1/72 stug i think, i can remember the airfix stug was one of my first built on holiday kits when i was a kid , i,m in if thats ok Great to have you on board too ijs302. Looking forward to seeing you re-create some childhood memories! I have added your name to the list here. 10 hours ago, Bonhoff said: Picked up a cheap Tamiya MkIV the other week so I'll join you good people if that's ok? IanJ Hi Ian and welcome to the GB. Those cheap Tamiya kits are usually a joy to build and result in great looking models! Looking forward to seeing you work your magic on this one! I have added your name to the list as well. It's great we are having more people sign up! The more the merrier!!! Kind regards, Stix Edited October 16, 2018 by PlaStix 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG X Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 ooh I am really getting quite excited about this GB now. I am going to dig out my 'Taurus Pursuant' book tonight and have a look for references to Panzer IV's. Don't get me wrong though... For I believe that all the men who actually 'did the fighting' in the conflicts that these machines represent were 'doing their duty' and deserve our respect. It's just that my minor obsession has become the British 11th Armoured Division and their 'adventures' from Normandy to Lubeck. To this end I am hoping to cover some of their 'adversaries' and the gallant battles that were fought along the way. If anyone can chip in with advice or historical 'facts' it will all add to making this a more 'interesting story'. Thanks - Steve 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vppelt68 Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 Why not build their ARV Cromwell towing the abandoned (12. SS PzDiv iirc) Pz IV? You're so good with dioramas . V-P https://goo.gl/images/9RfgkY 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redcoat2966 Posted October 23, 2018 Share Posted October 23, 2018 (edited) I’ll throw my hat into the ring......sign me up 👍 Cheers Simon Edited October 23, 2018 by Redcoat2966 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted October 24, 2018 Share Posted October 24, 2018 19 hours ago, Redcoat2966 said: I’ll throw my hat into the ring......sign me up 👍 Cheers Simon Hi Simon. Welcome on board. I have added you to the list here. Kind regards, Stix 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxbat Posted October 24, 2018 Share Posted October 24, 2018 Put me down for this one. Not sure what with yet, but a maximum of 1/72; the Revell Nashorn is looking tempting but so is a set of the Zvezda gun tanks in 1/100. Andy 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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