bull-nut Posted September 5, 2017 Share Posted September 5, 2017 (edited) I'll jump on this one please. Not sure what version it'll be, but it'll be 1/48. Edited September 5, 2017 by bull-nut 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 (edited) Im thinking i might get in on this. I need to build two of the 4 Tanks my Grandfather crewed/Drove from his M3 training at Camp Pine in upstate New York, and in Kentucky in 1941-42. To the Training he did in the california and Texas Deserts with M4's. He also drove M4 tanks in the pacific theater with the 706th Tank Battalion in 44-45. His unit logs list M4 assault guns which i believe he told me were the M4/105 gun combinations. I need to build either the M3 cast hull or the M4/105 to finish out my collection of his 4 tanks. So I will build one of the two. The M4/105 is readily available. Im thinking of scratchbuilding the M3 cast hull as a personal challenge, unless Takom actually makes one. I Will decide by the time this starts. Edited September 18, 2017 by Corsairfoxfouruncle Added 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted September 22, 2017 Author Share Posted September 22, 2017 Welcome aboard Gents, apologies for the tardy response, I've been in hibernation. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted September 22, 2017 Share Posted September 22, 2017 No problem Sgt. we all have to do that from time to time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted September 23, 2017 Author Share Posted September 23, 2017 I'm mostly out of it now.....I might be able to offer some references for your Pacific Sherman (need to check). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted September 23, 2017 Share Posted September 23, 2017 On 15/08/2017 at 00:22, Ade H said: If this is still on It's still on. Wild horses can't prevent this from happening. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plasto Posted September 23, 2017 Share Posted September 23, 2017 Good oh, I've ended up with the Dragon El Alamein early Sherman and the Tamiya M51 'Super Sherman' some how or other. So id better do one of those.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullbasket Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 If you read this Sgt, can you give me a very brief rundown of what is expected from someone who takes part in this STGB? I've signed up, but I just need to know a few of the basics; how many can/do we build, and what's all this about polls and voting? Do I post updates and photos of the build/s the same as I would in WIP thread? Sorry for asking the B......g obvious, but I've never taken par in a GB before. Thanks, John. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 1 hour ago, Bullbasket said: Sorry for asking the B......g obvious, but I've never taken par in a GB before That makes Two of us BullBasket ... Ive signed up for a number of them and this will be the first for me. Unless i can find a suitable floatplane or amphib ? To join that in progress group build. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonT Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 7 hours ago, Bullbasket said: If you read this Sgt, can you give me a very brief rundown of what is expected from someone who takes part in this STGB? I've signed up, but I just need to know a few of the basics; how many can/do we build, and what's all this about polls and voting? Do I post updates and photos of the build/s the same as I would in WIP thread? Sorry for asking the B......g obvious, but I've never taken par in a GB before. Thanks, John. Hello John, there’s no upper limit on how many you can do, I’m lucky to get one done, but if you can do more, then all the better. When the GB is complete, all finished models go up for vote of best in GB. Before the GB starts, this thread and new ones will be moved into the Current GB forum and from that point you can make your own thread/s and show what you will be making. Once the start gun is fired, you can then post your progress just like a WiP. There are rules that sometimes differ from GB to GB put they’ll be posted closer to the time to clarify any ambiguity. Hope this helps. Simon (failed in two STGBs already, desperate to get one complete in Radial Engines Rock though!) 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullbasket Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Thanks for the clarification Simon. I look forward to the STGB starting. John. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerndM Posted October 3, 2017 Share Posted October 3, 2017 On 04.10.2016 at 3:17 AM, Sgt.Squarehead said: That looks to be a Sherman III at a casual glance.....In the Gentlemens' Scale it pretty much has to be Heller these days, under half the price of Dragon's version, every bit as much detail, plus some very useful spares for future projects. This kit seems to be selling out quite quickly, so if you spy one locally at a sensible price, grab it: In 1/35 I'd expect Dragon or perhaps Tasca to be the way forward.....One of our resident 1/35 specialists will no doubt be able to point you toward the best kit in that scale. Got the Heller kit (79892) maybe a good reason to build it. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Heath Posted October 3, 2017 Share Posted October 3, 2017 Good luck with the GB chaps. I will be following along. 🙂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary 1960 Posted October 3, 2017 Share Posted October 3, 2017 I would like to join in please. The wooden spoon awaits! Tamiya M4 Sherman (35190). Thanks Gary 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted October 4, 2017 Author Share Posted October 4, 2017 Welcome aboard BerndM & Gary 1960! On 26/09/2017 at 2:34 PM, Bullbasket said: If you read this Sgt, can you give me a very brief rundown of what is expected from someone who takes part in this STGB? I've signed up, but I just need to know a few of the basics; how many can/do we build, and what's all this about polls and voting? Do I post updates and photos of the build/s the same as I would in WIP thread? Yup, that's exactly the plan.....Build one (or more) Sherman(s), take photos & share. Once the sub-forum is created all members of this thread (and others too IIRC) will be given access to open a build thread just as one would elsewhere. 8 hours ago, Nigel Heath said: Good luck with the GB chaps. I will be following along. 🙂 Why don't you join in Nige.....I'd be happy to sponsor you, so to speak, just let me know your preferred flavour and I'll sort it. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Heath Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Thanks Sarge, PM on its way. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted October 5, 2017 Author Share Posted October 5, 2017 I've taken the liberty of signing you up.....You know you want to. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted October 5, 2017 Author Share Posted October 5, 2017 Would any of you chaps be willing to volunteer as co-hosts.....If we could get someone experienced with the various 1/48 Sherman kits and another person with 1/35 expertise we'd be pretty well covered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozzy Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 13 hours ago, Sgt.Squarehead said: Would any of you chaps be willing to volunteer as co-hosts.....If we could get someone experienced with the various 1/48 Sherman kits and another person with 1/35 expertise we'd be pretty well covered. I can give you a hosting hand sarge, as you've helped me out in other GBs. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted October 5, 2017 Author Share Posted October 5, 2017 Excellent.....Many thanks! Thought I might draw the groups' attention to the proposed Panzer IV STGB.....We currently need just six more names to get another armour only GB thread opened up: It's always nice for a Sherman to have a target! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jb65rams Posted October 8, 2017 Share Posted October 8, 2017 Just spotted this GB and fancy a change from aircraft. I have had a look at the stash and if I have done my homework correctly I think these should qualify as I believe they are all based on a M3 or M4 chassis. 1/35 Italeri M32 Recovery Vehicle 1/35 Italeri Kangaroo Infantry Support Vehicle 1/35 Academy M7 Priest 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted October 8, 2017 Share Posted October 8, 2017 Yes they are based on said chassis. And im quite sure any of the three would be welcome. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threadbear Posted October 9, 2017 Share Posted October 9, 2017 As a self confessed Sherman nutter and all things olive drab, count me in if not too late for sign up. Unsure of what to build yet but have plenty in the stash! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted October 9, 2017 Author Share Posted October 9, 2017 Welcome aboard fellas. One more & we're at fifty! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threadbear Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 On 05/10/2017 at 7:41 PM, Ozzy said: I can give you a hosting hand sarge, as you've helped me out in other GBs. On 05/10/2017 at 5:58 AM, Sgt.Squarehead said: Would any of you chaps be willing to volunteer as co-hosts.....If we could get someone experienced with the various 1/48 Sherman kits and another person with 1/35 expertise we'd be pretty well covered. I am pretty well versed on 1/35th Sherman's and all their variants if you need a hand with this group build. Never done anything like this before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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