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Thanksgiving Theme Question: For what recent kit, tool, finish are you most Thankful?
Eleven people signed on to the Nov. 25 Brooklyn Plastic Modelers Society Zoom meeting and shared ideas on Thanksgiving for modelers. Frank C. was especially grateful we have a thriving BPMS after 50+ years.
Lou reported the Tamiya F-14D was not yet in stock, but observed the three Tamiya F-35s gave his customers reason to be grateful. Modelers now have a choice of good Lightning II variants from several manufacturers.
Erasmo gave thanks for the Tamiya and Hasegawa kits that made his modeling life better. With the passing of Shunsaku Tamiya, Erasmo concluded, “We really owe it to him.” Erasmo also noted tweezers are the modeling tool he cannot live without.
Vaughan showed his Meng F-102 work in progress and noted, “I will be thankful for a decent set of decals.” The group also discussed the value of both extra-thin and regular Tamiya bottle cements as replacements for Vaughan’s classic tube glue.
Jimmy’s latest acquisitions included a new F-14B sheet with VF-102 markings from DXM in Taiwan. His recent eBay excursions also snagged Canadian F-18 markings from Leading Edge and IPMS Canada. Jimmy was especially thankful for the 3-D printing revolution. Because, “It just makes it easier to add something to your kit.” 3-D printed accessories now include super detailed Hornet noses and missile rails.
Gil showed a 1/12 scale Lady of the Lake 3-D printed from programs available on-line and expressed his thanks for versatile 3-D printers. “If I need tools, I’m at the point where I can make ‘em.” Despite the potential of tools printed at home, Gil’s latest Tool of the Week was an inexpensive four-airbrush holder found at Harbor Freight.
Mark N ran across an especially well-stocked gaming shop in Lake Superior, New York and showed his gaming-scale Panzer III tank ready for painting. He asked why there hasn’t been a bid for the IPMS National Convention from a chapter in the Northeast for 25 years. Hartford Connecticut is now floating the idea of the Nats in 2030. Mark also noted the inexpensive airbrushes now found on Amazon and said, “I think we have to thank the Gundam industry for the economies of scale.”
Chuck continues work on his Hasegawa P-40. As an aside, he expressed his shared hatred of Windows 11. Kevin showed a Star Trek Romulan warship kit from Ugh models and the Mandalorian Gozanti Cruiser from JPG models. He also showed a massive ½ scale werewolf bust from sculptor Troy McDivit and a Medusa figure found on Etsy. Despite the modeling riches, Kevin declared, “I’m not thankful for anything, damnit!”
Gordon continues his valuable work on the BPMS Facebook page. He and showed images of Mark M’s beautiful Bismark dutifully scrubbed of historical Swastikas for the internet.
Zoom ringmaster Bobby showed off a thin-blade cellphone disassembly tool from Ali Express suitable for prying apart incorrectly assembled parts. His Work in Progress was a Warhammer Rhino tank among other fantasy projects. Bobby concluded the meeting with a truism “The worst mistake for anyone building for a contest is having too many models you want to build -- You’re going to get zero done.”
The next BPMS Zoom meeting will be on Tuesday, December 2. Invites to follow. The BPMS Holiday Luncheon will be Saturday, December 6 at Wheeler’s restaurant, 1705 Sheepshead Bay Rd, Brooklyn. The Live BPMS meeting will be Friday, December 19, featuring the British Sci Fi theme contest and deserts for which to be thankful.
Lou reported the Tamiya F-14D was not yet in stock, but observed the three Tamiya F-35s gave his customers reason to be grateful. Modelers now have a choice of good Lightning II variants from several manufacturers.
Erasmo gave thanks for the Tamiya and Hasegawa kits that made his modeling life better. With the passing of Shunsaku Tamiya, Erasmo concluded, “We really owe it to him.” Erasmo also noted tweezers are the modeling tool he cannot live without.
Vaughan showed his Meng F-102 work in progress and noted, “I will be thankful for a decent set of decals.” The group also discussed the value of both extra-thin and regular Tamiya bottle cements as replacements for Vaughan’s classic tube glue.
Jimmy’s latest acquisitions included a new F-14B sheet with VF-102 markings from DXM in Taiwan. His recent eBay excursions also snagged Canadian F-18 markings from Leading Edge and IPMS Canada. Jimmy was especially thankful for the 3-D printing revolution. Because, “It just makes it easier to add something to your kit.” 3-D printed accessories now include super detailed Hornet noses and missile rails.
Gil showed a 1/12 scale Lady of the Lake 3-D printed from programs available on-line and expressed his thanks for versatile 3-D printers. “If I need tools, I’m at the point where I can make ‘em.” Despite the potential of tools printed at home, Gil’s latest Tool of the Week was an inexpensive four-airbrush holder found at Harbor Freight.
Mark N ran across an especially well-stocked gaming shop in Lake Superior, New York and showed his gaming-scale Panzer III tank ready for painting. He asked why there hasn’t been a bid for the IPMS National Convention from a chapter in the Northeast for 25 years. Hartford Connecticut is now floating the idea of the Nats in 2030. Mark also noted the inexpensive airbrushes now found on Amazon and said, “I think we have to thank the Gundam industry for the economies of scale.”
Chuck continues work on his Hasegawa P-40. As an aside, he expressed his shared hatred of Windows 11. Kevin showed a Star Trek Romulan warship kit from Ugh models and the Mandalorian Gozanti Cruiser from JPG models. He also showed a massive ½ scale werewolf bust from sculptor Troy McDivit and a Medusa figure found on Etsy. Despite the modeling riches, Kevin declared, “I’m not thankful for anything, damnit!”
Gordon continues his valuable work on the BPMS Facebook page. He and showed images of Mark M’s beautiful Bismark dutifully scrubbed of historical Swastikas for the internet.
Zoom ringmaster Bobby showed off a thin-blade cellphone disassembly tool from Ali Express suitable for prying apart incorrectly assembled parts. His Work in Progress was a Warhammer Rhino tank among other fantasy projects. Bobby concluded the meeting with a truism “The worst mistake for anyone building for a contest is having too many models you want to build -- You’re going to get zero done.”
The next BPMS Zoom meeting will be on Tuesday, December 2. Invites to follow. The BPMS Holiday Luncheon will be Saturday, December 6 at Wheeler’s restaurant, 1705 Sheepshead Bay Rd, Brooklyn. The Live BPMS meeting will be Friday, December 19, featuring the British Sci Fi theme contest and deserts for which to be thankful.
~Frank C
