zero Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 I just had a look at the list of forthcomming GB's and noticed non of the planned builds seems to allow for a smaller (or quicker build?) V is for Vacform GB May-October 2009 Canberra Anniversary/Les Bywater Memorial GB - 13th May-14th October 2009 Handley Page Anniversary GB June-October 2009 Bomber Command GB - late summer through autumn 2009 For ease I have listed the preposed builds above, and all of these builds seem to be bigger (bomber) subject builds. I know this is just my view, but I noticed the interest in GB's has wained a little, and I wondered if we need a smaller subject in there as well. Ie the Vac build may be limited in uptake. The Canberra is a bomber, (be it 1/72 or 1/48) the HP build screams Halifax, and Hayfords, and Victors, and then to top that off we then have a Bomber command GB to follow. Speaking soley from my point of view I know, (but others may feel the same!) Non of these subjects appeal (and that may be a case for many people here, who build at 1/48 and the larger 1/32 scales) ie the subjects matters for three preposed builds on the trott just scream (IMHO) big bomber builds. ie Canberra (1/72 or 1/48) Mainstream kits for the HP build Hayford, Halifax, Victor, the only smaller kits available are Airliners at 1/144, Hampden, Jetsteam, and limited research Aircraft (where available?) Bomber command GB Again leads to mainly big subjects ie lanacasters, sterling, etc, yes there is smaller stuff at 1/72 available. Myself I enjoy build a kit in GB, but all of these exclude me due to my building at 1/32 scale, ie I don't have a 1/32 canberra to build, I can think of nothing to build to fit the HP in my stash, and bar building a 1/32 Mossy for the Bomber command build again my choice is very limited. Just thought I would mention this, Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousA667 Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Fair comment Dave and something for Karl and myself to consider for future GB's, although I'm bound to point out that GB choice is pretty much down to what the massif say they want us to lay on. At least no one can accuse me of bias, seeing as my own favourite subjects are single seat piston engine fighters! There is still time to join in the Naval and D-Day GB's, with the Spanish Civil War GB starting in a couple of weeks, surely there must be something that might suit in one of these? peebeep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zero Posted March 18, 2009 Author Share Posted March 18, 2009 Thanks Peebeep. Actually I have completed my model for the Navy airpower build Already and my build for D-Day is well underway. I might join the Spanish civil war build too. (not sure what yet) Glad you could see what I was driving at, ie not a grumble, just not everyone want to build WWII bombers at 1/72 scale. Maybe a little lighter GB subject running along side these might catch a few more GB'ers out on a Limb. Dave (PS nice to meet you at modelkraft this year) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyverns4 Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Just a thought, how about a GB on lend-lease aircraft??? Lots of things from single seat/ single engine to multi seat/4 engine. Christian the Married Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg B Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Well, after the success of Jens KUTA GB, maybe another light and fast GB would be the way forward. How about an OOB build, no resin or etch, just the kit and belts/seat and thats it. There is no-one on the site who will not have an unstarted kit or 50 stashed away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousER99 Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Well, after the success of Jens KUTA GB, maybe another light and fast GB would be the way forward. How about an OOB build, no resin or etch, just the kit and belts/seat and thats it. There is no-one on the site who will not have an unstarted kit or 50 stashed away So what if my OOTB project was an Eduard full meal deal FW190?? Huh?? Huh?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg B Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Off you go then gobby, its still classed as OOTB. So what if my OOTB project was an Eduard full meal deal FW190?? Huh?? Huh?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousA667 Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Can I read that as Mike @ Two Mikes Resin and Greg B, by avoiding all formal channels and procedures that have been put in place, are thus volunteering to set up and host a GB? If that's the case, off you go boys, I would suggest you call it 'Out of the Box' and accept any subject, any scale, any genre. Maximum four weeks, you set the dates. peebeep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousER99 Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Can I read that as Mike @ Two Mikes Resin and Greg B, by avoiding all formal channels and procedures that have been put in place, are thus volunteering to set up and host a GB? If that's the case, off you go boys, I would suggest you call it 'Out of the Box' and accept any subject, any scale, any genre. Maximum four weeks, you set the dates. peebeep Whoa whoa whoa.........back that truck up Paul!! I just asked about using a certain kit is all!! I already hosted a GB anyway!! Its Greg's turn to shine!! And we all know that if I want to host a GB, I just do it!! I am American...thats how I roll!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousA667 Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Whoa whoa whoa.........back that truck up Paul!! I just asked about using a certain kit is all!! You forgot an emoticon mate, it's this one! peebeep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stebos Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 I can see the appeal for 'lighter' and shorter GB options, with the longer ones I always feel tempted to go for a big project and that sometimes backfires when I get swamped under... the sort of simple kit I can do in 1 week or 3 I tend to ignore for GB purposes. I hope to see one of the 'blitz' ideas show up that I've seen mention of. The 24/48 hr build... As for the upcoming HP one, I'm doing the Heracles in 1/144 for that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nev Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Just a thought, how about a GB on lend-lease aircraft??? Lots of things from single seat/ single engine to multi seat/4 engine. I've long thought that a Lend-Lease GB would make an excellent subject (Tanks, Ships as well as planes). It also says "We may be Brits who got fed up with American Resource Centre, but we don't hate America really". And then you could follow it up with a Reverse-Lend-Lease GB (Spits & Mossies in US markings ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard M Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 You know, what we really need is an Avro Anson GB, kits available in all the scales from 1/144 to 1/32 scale. It's a deserving subject too, the aircraft most resposible for the allied ability to engage in the air war during WW2 . Best Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zero Posted March 19, 2009 Author Share Posted March 19, 2009 (edited) You know, what we really need is an Avro Anson GB, kits available in all the scales from 1/144 to 1/32 scale. It's a deserving subject too, the aircraft most resposible for the allied ability to engage in the air war during WW2 .Best Rich Rich One, you have already suggested this item on the ATF forum, but again it a limited subject. The GB's that have had the most support have been the ones with the widest option of builds, tying the GB down to one subject matter, may rattle your chains, but it certainly doesn't mine. Also where can I get an Anson in 1/32 scale Anyway? I do like the OOB Idea, ie anything out of the box, only using the kit parts, no After market parts only what comes in the box (including decals), and only bits you can fudge together yourself, it tamiya tape seat belts etc. I think we need a GB with a wide option, not a closed one, the KUTA was great as it gave people a chance to nail kits that were part finished, no restrictions, and that what we need now, not a one subjuct GB with limited take up appeal. and i know it my but I don't think a Avro Anson build does that. Dave Edited March 19, 2009 by zero Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousA667 Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 You know, what we really need is an Avro Anson GB, kits available in all the scales from 1/144 to 1/32 scale. You could do an Anson for the Alan Hall GB if you really want. Back to your bunker m'lad. peebeep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard M Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 You could do an Anson for the Alan Hall GB if you really want. Back to your bunker m'lad.peebeep Spoilsport 1/32 Anson here. That Heinkel in the Spanish GB banner looks great though, very tempting! Best Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousA667 Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 That Heinkel in the Spanish GB banner looks great though, very tempting! It's mine, all mine! Actually if you fancy having a go at this scheme it's featured on the Matchbox/Revell kit decals. peebeep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zero Posted March 19, 2009 Author Share Posted March 19, 2009 Spoilsport 1/32 Anson here. That Heinkel in the Spanish GB banner looks great though, very tempting! Best Rich Thanks for the info on Combat models. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wkennerley Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I would go for an OOB GB - Though most of my builds ARE OOB!! Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Ogilvie Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 (edited) Well - if I had the time I'd be in for the HP and Canberra GBs with 1:32 models (OK - vac - and from ID Models - Hampden, Halifax, Canberra and B-57 - all sat in loft gathering more dust) Iain Edited March 19, 2009 by 32SIG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Ogilvie Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 BTW - yes - agreed - a 'Straight from the box' build would be good - I've had most fun (amd most AMS relief) recently from trying to build out of the box... Iain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Gibson Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 (edited) I just had a look at the list of forthcomming GB's and noticed non of the planned builds seems to allow for a smaller (or quicker build?)V is for Vacform GB May-October 2009 Canberra Anniversary/Les Bywater Memorial GB - 13th May-14th October 2009 Handley Page Anniversary GB June-October 2009 Bomber Command GB - late summer through autumn 2009 Myself I enjoy build a kit in GB, but all of these exclude me due to my building at 1/32 scale, ie I don't have a 1/32 canberra to build, I can think of nothing to build to fit the HP in my stash, and bar building a 1/32 Mossy for the Bomber command build again my choice is very limited. Just thought I would mention this, Dave Hi Dave, I did a Gladiator in the BoB GB, I'm building Spitfire in the D-Day GB, I will be building a Seafang or Spiteful for the vacform GB. For Bomber Command, I don't think a Mosquito is too large. Mind you, I build in 1/48. Seriously, suggest something that you'd be interested in and be prepared to host. Maybe something like British Fighters 1944 - 1954. Regards, Dave Edited March 19, 2009 by Dave Gibson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg B Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Formal procedures and channels? Not me chief, I'm just suggesting it for a bit of light relief from specific subjects, everyone has at least one unstarted kit. As for hosting it, if no one else steps forward I will, however I'm 8 hours ahead now, have limited net access and my freight has not arrived yet so cannot participate. Apart from that count me in Can I read that as Mike @ Two Mikes Resin and Greg B, by avoiding all formal channels and procedures that have been put in place, are thus volunteering to set up and host a GB? If that's the case, off you go boys, I would suggest you call it 'Out of the Box' and accept any subject, any scale, any genre. Maximum four weeks, you set the dates. peebeep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousFO98 Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Hi Greg you look as if you have already volunteered with that sig kitty is desperate to get outta that there box Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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