Twelve people attended. Several of them
commented on the latest issue of the latest IPMS Journal (Yeah, yeah,
it's IUJ but I'm sticking with the old name). Don thought the grey text
was used to discourage
copying. Jimmy thought the grey looked fine. Let's see what the next
issue looks like.
We talked some more about having the Holiday Lunch at Dinosaur BBQ in Brooklyn, possibly December 8th or 15th. Other BBQ places were mentioned but Dinosaur is the best value.
There was enough talk about airbrushes to justify making it a discussion topic for a future meeting.
Lou reports Hasegawa's 1/72 F-18 A Super Hornet with Blue Angels markings is available.
In progress and completed work included: M-4
A3 Sherman with Infantry, Medusa, Lucy (Kevin found the way to
realistically paint lace), Type VII U-Boat Upper Deck, Chariot (from
Lost in Space), F-8 Crusader
(Frank rediscovered his appreciation of the old Monogram kits) and
Ho-Ri 2 tank.
Gil had two tools this time, a magnetizer/demagnetizer that comes in
handy for handling small metal fasteners and a pipe plug he's using as a
handle to hold the Chariot's upper section as he applies Bare Metal
Foil to the framework.
The topic was problems we had while using fluids. Some could have been
avoided if we just read the label. It also helps to take your time and
double check what's in your hand. Similar-looking bottles with foreign
language labels can be differentiated by colored
tape or labels you make yourself. Decal setting solutions can react
differently to different paints. Try new combinations on your paint mule
first. Spills can be a problem, so remember to tighten those lids,
caps, corks and seals. The adventitious among us
who formulate their own thinners and glues remembered the times they
mixed up the ingredients. It didn't end well.
The next meeting is Tuesday, 9/3/24 at 7:30 pm. Invites to follow. Have a
happy Labor Day weekend and use your non modeling fluids responsibly.
~Russ
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