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Naughty or nice, 12 largely contented modelers signed on to the BPMS Zoom last Tuesday to talk about their work in progress, what they want for Christmas, and what they’ve already treated themselves to leading up to the holiday. Local BPMS members enjoyed the holiday luncheon last Saturday at Wheeler’s in Sheepshead Bay. Frank G concluded, “The food was good, and the company was really nice.”
BPMS’s in-house kit supplier Lu reported the hoped-for Tamiya F-14D in 1/72 scale has yet to arrive. Like the new-technology DML Bf-109E3 kit in 1/48 from DML, the new Tomcat may be on-hand in time for the BPMS Holiday Meeting on Friday, December 19.
Wishing for nothing in particular, Vaughan renewed his New Year’s resolution to build more models than he buys. He conceded that he failed miserably in 2025. Vaughan’s 1/72 scale Meng F-102 continues to make good progress and awaits decaling. His 1/35-scale T34 is being upgraded with aftermarket tracks, gun barrel, and grillwork. Vaughan gave a brief history of the T34 and the Soviet design considerations that shaped the classic tank.
Jimmy admitted, “I just buy whatever I want whenever I want it.” An on-line sale at Flying Leathernecks brought in decal sheets and alternative noses for 1/48 scale F-18 Hornets. Jimmy said, “I have so many markings, I don’t know what I want to do.”
Incoming BPMS president Kevin echoed, “I buy what I want when I want,” with the caution that limited-run fantasy figures can disappear quickly. He continues work on an early Romulan ship inspired by Star Trek fan fiction.
Among several works in progress, Simon showed off his classic Airfix Whirlwind in 1/72 scale and a Polikarpov I 153 from the old Heller kit. He awaits a reissue of the relatively new-tool 1/72 Halifax bomber from Revell and noted, “They sold it only for a short while.”
Chuck declared, “I’m keeping my credit card in my pocket,” and added, “I’ve got to get some things built before I buy some more.” A new ergonomic gaming chair for Chuck’s modeling bench waits for his birthday in July.
Godon continues working on his Stormbringer GunPla robot and said, “I don’t have anything for Christmas, nothing new. “ He nevertheless fancies the updated Striker mobile gun system from Ryefield Models with the caveat, “It’s not something I really, really need. It’s not my priority.”
Undeterred by such Grinchly thoughts, Frank C finally acquired the still-new-tool 1/72 Vulcan bomber from Airfix. He continues work on the Special Hobby Mirage IIIC in 1/72 scale and hopes the company follows through with plans for the Mirage IIIE and subsequent delta fighters.
Frank G was making quick work on the classic Revell (Monogram) Wright Flyer and wished for reissues of the Captain America and Superman kits from Aurora.
Bobby continues work on a thumb-size sci-fi tank, but decaled, “I’ve been nice not naughty. I’m selling stuff off from eBay, making space and making money at the same time.” Bobby stil confessed an urge for models of the cars he once owned, including a four-door Ford Maverick 302 and sort-of classic Chrysler Royal.
Gil also continues to thin out his plastic kit collection. “I think I have everything I want. With printers and resin, I can make my own stuff.” Gi’s latest figure project was a 1/16 scale Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, 3-D printed from on-line STL files. In far-off Connecticut, he continues his quest for new tools -- Harbor Freight offers a set of small brushes to clean out airbrush passages. Gil voiced a Christmas wish shared by the group: “To be healthy for myself and everyone else to build the models.”
There is no BPMS Zoom meeting this coming Tuesday, but the live, in-person meeting Friday, December 19 will feature our British Sci-Fi theme contest and contributed desserts!
See ya there!
~Frank C
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