Woody V Posted March 29, 2021 Share Posted March 29, 2021 (edited) It's time I finally broke down and got one of them fancy stands to hold my model while working on it. I've seen wooden ones and plexiglass ones being used but I haven't seen any for sale anywhere. Edited March 31, 2021 by Archer Fine Transfers Out2gtcha 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted March 29, 2021 Share Posted March 29, 2021 I like the wooden JH stands myself, as they come in two sizes for LSPs when I have to work on the really large ones I use the 32nd/24th stand, and for the smaller ones I use the 48th/32nd one. AFAIK, both available ar UMM: http://umm-usa.com/onlinestore/index.php?manufacturers_id=92 Woody V 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody V Posted March 29, 2021 Author Share Posted March 29, 2021 5 hours ago, Out2gtcha said: I like the wooden JH stands myself, as they come in two sizes for LSPs when I have to work on the really large ones I use the 32nd/24th stand, and for the smaller ones I use the 48th/32nd one. AFAIK, both available ar UMM: http://umm-usa.com/onlinestore/index.php?manufacturers_id=92 Thanks man, appreciate it. Out2gtcha 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob MDC Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 After the move I came across my old "Vice Squad" holding set up it was an Italian firm that made it and was sold by Poste Militaire which was the sculptor Ray Lamb. At present its in a bath of cleaner but when I get it up and running again will show the beast. If you like military miniatures https://www.google.com/search?rlz=1CABRFU_enGB848&sxsrf=ALeKk03qpOyFTJKCqpnruPNT7oAvplchpA:1617147859227&q=poste+militaire+ray+lamb+&tbm=isch&chips=q:poste+militaire+ray+lamb,online_chips:miniatures&usg=AI4_-kSlsbdwddCfTTSEXGdKtyPvnW5alg&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwii0cqdmdnvAhUK_rsIHebDB94QgIoDKAF6BAgGEAo&biw=1670&bih=869 Bob Woody V 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Stambaugh Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 Hey Archer fine transfers, you should take a look at "The Jig". I picked up one of these at a model show a couple of years ago. It is CNC cut from acrylic. Strong with some heft to it. Fully adjustable with soft cushioned cradles. They make these for all types of modeling and even custom sizes.I just ordered a 2nd one but extra wide to handle the 1/32 twin engine bombers(B-25 etc.) Web site is on Etsy: trulyloveus. Type in "a modelers helping hand ". It is the best modeling stand out there IMO! Woody V 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivanmoe Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 39 minutes ago, John Stambaugh said: Hey Archer fine transfers, you should take a look at "The Jig". I picked up one of these at a model show a couple of years ago. It is CNC cut from acrylic. Strong with some heft to it. Fully adjustable with soft cushioned cradles. They make these for all types of modeling and even custom sizes.I just ordered a 2nd one but extra wide to handle the 1/32 twin engine bombers(B-25 etc.) Web site is on Etsy: trulyloveus. Type in "a modelers helping hand ". It is the best modeling stand out there IMO! https://www.etsy.com/listing/673196647/the-jig-a-modelers-helping-hand?gpla=1&gao=1& Looks to be useful enough, but doesn't appear to make provision for biplanes. Woody V 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thierry laurent Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 If you get the clear plexiglass one use UV glue to build it. Quick, clean and sturdy result. Woody V 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaro Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 I have one made of plactic, and is really handy. Before using you need to assemble it by gluing the vertical supports to their bases that slid on base plate. Probably, I initially used wrong glue (Mr Cement) since I had to repeat it some time later. As for now it's OK. Mine was bought directly via manufacturer site: https://www.vertigo-miniatures.com/ Woody V 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck540z3 Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 (edited) I have a great one, it costs only about $1 and I've made just about all of my models on it. Unlike all the other stands I see in these forums, it doesn't have any pressure points and won't harm the paint if you move the model around. Landing gear and other attachments hang below in the interior and you can go straight to the paint booth without moving the model. Add a microfibre towel and you can do just about anything with the model without fear of damage. If you spray the towel with a light mist of water, dust and other contaminants are much less likely to fall on the paint due to static electricity. Cheers, Chuck Edited April 1, 2021 by chuck540z3 D.B. Andrus, quang, Woody V and 5 others 5 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody V Posted April 1, 2021 Author Share Posted April 1, 2021 50 minutes ago, chuck540z3 said: I have a great one, it costs only about $1 and I've made just about all of my models on it. Unlike all the other stands I see in these forums, it doesn't have any pressure points and won't harm the paint if you move the model around. Landing gear and other attachments hang below in the interior and you can go straight to the paint booth without moving the model. Add a microfibre towel and you can do just about anything with the model without fear of damage. If you spray the towel with a light mist of water, dust and other contaminants are much less likely to fall on the paint due to static electricity. Cheers, Chuck Winner winner chicken dinner! Def going to give it a go. Only problem is that I just tossed about 6 feet of that insulation. Thanks, Chuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck540z3 Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 (edited) You are most welcome. A few more examples... I thought you might like this one... Smaller model, smaller box Or a bigger box for the big boys Cheers, Chuck Edited April 1, 2021 by chuck540z3 D.B. Andrus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody V Posted April 1, 2021 Author Share Posted April 1, 2021 That's really clever and I won't need a bar stool. Perfect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ayovan Posted April 11, 2021 Share Posted April 11, 2021 On 4/1/2021 at 8:07 AM, Archer Fine Transfers said: Winner winner chicken dinner! Def going to give it a go. Only problem is that I just tossed about 6 feet of that insulation. Thanks, Chuck Looks like a Home Cheapo run is in order. D.B. Andrus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quang Posted April 11, 2021 Share Posted April 11, 2021 The $1 box is clever but it’s not what a real jig is supposed to do. I used the $1 box system for decades until I discovered the very useful albeit a little fragile JH stands. I also bought the perspex Vertigo for biplanes but never found out out it works, so it’s back in its box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck540z3 Posted April 13, 2021 Share Posted April 13, 2021 On 4/11/2021 at 11:18 AM, quang said: The $1 box is clever but it’s not what a real jig is supposed to do. I used the $1 box system for decades until I discovered the very useful albeit a little fragile JH stands. I also bought the perspex Vertigo for biplanes but never found out out it works, so it’s back in its box. Curious as to what you think the limitations are and what a "real jig" is supposed to do? When I see all the wood and plastic stands out there, all I can think about is that the model is on a few hard surfaces that might damage the paint and is hanging up in the air, subject to getting knocked off. I have had no limitations with the $1 box whatsoever. I can sand the model, paint it, add parts, etc. with no risk to the paint or having it fall off a stand. Cheers, Chuck Woody V 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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