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Offline Skids

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Hello from Northamptonshire
« on: June 09, 2014, 06:57:16 AM »
Hello all

My name is Simon, I am 42 and from Northamptonshire. I got back into modelling a few years ago, after a rather long break from the hobby (about 20ish years). I have been building WW2 and modern aircraft up to now but after a few years of this I have decided to try WW1 as I have always loved this era (ever since playing Knights of the Sky on my brothers Amiga many moons ago).

I think it has taken me all this time to pluck up the courage to have a go at that scary thing called rigging, but after looking round the internet and watching you tube vids it doesn't seem that scary anymore.

I am not a quick builder (average of 1 kit every 6 months), but am looking forward to having a go. My first kit has arrived and it's a Wingnut Wings Pfalz D.llla, now I am looking at all the aftermarket stuff. 

Hopefully I will start  this soon, but in the meantime I will look round this site and pick up all t he tips I can.

Thanks
Simon
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Offline Epeeman

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Re: Hello from Northamptonshire
« Reply #1 on: June 09, 2014, 07:01:42 AM »
Hello, Simon -

Welcome aboard, mate. 

You'll enjoy being a member of this forum - everybody is friendly and only happy to offer help and advice.

Regards

Dave
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Re: Hello from Northamptonshire
« Reply #2 on: June 09, 2014, 08:03:30 AM »
Welcome to the site ! The Pfalz D.III/a is my all time favorite so I will be looking forward to your build  :)





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Re: Hello from Northamptonshire
« Reply #3 on: June 09, 2014, 08:30:55 AM »
Hello Simon and welcome to the forum, it is so nice to see you here. I look forward to seeing your first build posted on the forum and if you need any advice please feel free to ask, we have many very talented members who are all willing to share their knowledge.

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Offline lcarroll

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Re: Hello from Northamptonshire
« Reply #4 on: June 09, 2014, 08:32:37 AM »
Welcome Simon! The Pfalz D.IIIa is a magnificent Kit and a joy to build; a great first choice on your part. Looking forward to following your progress!
Cheers,
Lance                       
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Offline IanB

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Re: Hello from Northamptonshire
« Reply #5 on: June 09, 2014, 11:09:34 AM »
Welcome, Simon.
 Enjoy the forum and all it has to offer. I look forward to seeing your first WWI build!

Ian
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Re: Hello from Northamptonshire
« Reply #6 on: June 09, 2014, 11:11:36 AM »
Welcome aboard, Simon!  Glad you found us.  A 20 year hiatus seems to be about the average around here, so you'll be right at home.  You picked the perfect first WWI build.  As Lance said, the Pfalz D.IIIa is a brilliant kit and the rigging is fairly simple.  I look forward to seeing your build.
Cheers,
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Offline Nigel Jackson

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Re: Hello from Northamptonshire
« Reply #7 on: June 09, 2014, 04:37:19 PM »
Hello Simon and welcome to this wonderful forum. I'm sure that you'll find lots to inspire and help you with the Pfalz.

Whereabouts are you in Northamptonshire? Before moving on, we lived for a number of years in East Hunsbury and then in the delightful village of Collingtree, just outside Northampton. Do you happen to know if the model shop still exists on the Wellingborough Road, on the right as you move out of town?

Best wishes
Nigel
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Offline Skids

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Re: Hello from Northamptonshire
« Reply #8 on: June 09, 2014, 04:45:21 PM »
Thanks for all the warm welcomes, hoping to start it in the next month. Just ordered some stuff from Bobs Buckles, will be reading more and ordering more   :D

Quote from: Nigel Jackson on June 09, 2014, 04:37:19 PM
Whereabouts are you in Northamptonshire? Before moving on, we lived for a number of years in East Hunsbury and then in the delightful village of Collingtree, just outside Northampton. Do you happen to know if the model shop still exists on the Wellingborough Road, on the right as you move out of town?

Best wishes
Nigel

Nigel, I live in Rushden which is about 15 miles from Northampton. The  Model Shop is still there, I go over a few times a year.

Thanks
Simon
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Offline Andi Little

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Re: Hello from Northamptonshire
« Reply #9 on: June 09, 2014, 05:00:49 PM »
Hi Simon ... and "Welcome", from another slow builder. I know Rushden - (ish), I've done a couple of gigs over there (Lectures).

I recommend you actually take your time and savour your first WNW's kit - they are a joy, a bit scary ... but a joy never the less.

Equally don't get too hung up on aftermarket at this stage, most of what you need is in the box, and it's amazing what you're able to produce yourself once the fog clears.

All power to your elbow bloke.
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Re: Hello from Northamptonshire
« Reply #10 on: June 09, 2014, 06:29:00 PM »
Welcome from another newbie. As you are in Northants, will you be going to Sywell on the 17th of August? http://www.sywellairshow.co.uk/
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Offline Skids

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Re: Hello from Northamptonshire
« Reply #11 on: June 09, 2014, 07:37:36 PM »
Hi Andi,

I can't help myself, I scratch build bits too so I will have some fun. Not too much AM but want to get some metal Spandau's as they look stunning.

Quote from: Squiffy on June 09, 2014, 06:29:00 PM
Welcome from another newbie. As you are in Northants, will you be going to Sywell on the 17th of August? http://www.sywellairshow.co.uk/

Unfortunatly I will be away and I am gutted as both Lancasters will be there not to mention all the other great stuff. >:(

Simon
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Re: Hello from Northamptonshire
« Reply #12 on: June 09, 2014, 08:50:23 PM »
Welcome to the Forum. Sounds like you are more than ready to take on the Pfalz! That kit is high up on my list of WNW kits I want to purchase. I am looking forward to what you do with the kit!!
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Offline Skids

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Re: Hello from Northamptonshire
« Reply #13 on: June 10, 2014, 12:28:37 AM »
I will give it my best but looking at the standard on here I may fall short!

But I am going to make sure I have a lot of fun in the process (as I really want to do a DH.2 but thought maybe try something easier first  ;))
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Re: Hello from Northamptonshire
« Reply #14 on: June 10, 2014, 01:25:00 AM »
Welcome to the forum, Simon. :D I think you will be happy here as the
atmosphere is very friendly and non-judgemental.  Great place to learn
and prefect your skills with early aviation models.  I look forward to
your Pfalz build.  Good to have you aboard.

Cheers,
Ernie :)
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