Just to introduce myself..............

[oldfogey]

I am almost 71, and taking my first foray into "Large Scale Planes"

Couldn't resist the Tamiya 1:32 Spitfire, although I don't have a clue 

as to how to build it. :/

That, in fact, was a lot of the reason I joined...........I keep reading about the 

horrid thick Tamiya decals, and was hoping I could get a referral for a good alternative

set. 

Old Fogey

[MikeC]

38 minutes ago, oldfogey said:

Couldn't resist the Tamiya 1:32 Spitfire, although I don't have a clue 

Who could?

 

Welcome aboard.

[Kagemusha]

Firstly 

 

Secondly, Hannants are a great resource for product information, here, and as you can see there's quite a range to choose from,

 

Thirdly, these books from ADH are really useful, link.

 

Needless to say, you'll probably be able to source them closer to home, unless you live in East Anglia!

 

 

[oldfogey]

"Kagemusha" - Thank You for the reply.

 

Already ordered the book - sounded like a good idea

 

I'm in the U.S., so I was hoping for a specific recommendation,

so I could source the decals here.

Bit of a problem........I don't know the type or brand to look for

being a novice.

[Kagemusha]

For some reason the Hannants link wasn't working, now fixed, I guess you first need to decide on your subject, RAF - including Polish, Canadian, Czech, Norwegian - USAAF, Israeli, Belgian, Soviet, standard grey/green camo, desert, silver, pink, civilian...

 

[Rick Griewski]

36 minutes ago, oldfogey said:

"Kagemusha" - Thank You for the reply.

 

Already ordered the book - sounded like a good idea

 

I'm in the U.S., so I was hoping for a specific recommendation,

so I could source the decals here.

Bit of a problem........I don't know the type or brand to look for

being a novice.

Eagle Editions

Fundekals

Baracudacals

I use Spruebrothers as my retail source 

 

HTH

 

 

[Out2gtcha]

 

You're right down the road from me..,..

I'm in Omaha, nice to have you!

 

There are all sorts here, from all over the world, and some of the nicest and dare I say best modellers on the planet. I've learned a TON since coming here. 

 

 

[LSP_Ray]

Also, search through the Work in Progress section here to see several builds. Here is just a random one I found:  

 

[MikeMaben]

Hey O    , there's no such thing as old fogeys around here  .

Take a squint around this page :  Interesting 1/32 Spitfire stuff ...

Have fun .

[Rockie Yarwood]

 

Welcome "O". Which kit do you have, MkVIII, MkIX or MkXVI? To echo Rick's recommendation above, all of those producers offer excellent quality decals. 

 

Happy modeling,  Rockie.

[GreyGhost]

 Old Fogey ..!

Lots of great, talented folks around here willing to help ..! 

 

-Gregg

[John Stambaugh]

Welcome aboard Mr. Fogey. 

 I am a recent member myself from north Georgia. Joining this group has been such a pleasure. Good guys all. You will learn so much by scrolling around the forums. Ask any question and you will get good advice.

 Again welcome, John S. 

 

[Dpgsbody55]

 

Welcome, Sir.  I'm sure you'll enjoy being part of the group here, many of whom are also in the "well matured" category.  This includes me, and I have to be here because my eyes and fumble fingers don't like the smaller scales.

 

The good news is that there seems to be an increasing number of interesting subjects to build, but you've picked a really good kit to start on.  Do some research, though, and see what others here have made of this kit.  I've built two of the Tamiya Spitfires, but not yet the original release, the Mk IX.  Have fun, and don't be afraid to ask questions.

 

 

Cheers,

Michael

[oldfogey]

Well guys............things did not go as planned.

I was hoping to secure the kit, and roundup some

aftermarket for it, but finances did not go my way.

 

So.........I have decided to give the idea up so I don't

get in too deep. I'm retired and disabled, so $$$ has to

be a primary consideration.

 

Thanks for the rips and the "welcomes", but think it best 

that I quit while I'm ahead

 

Moderator: Please delete my account.

[dennismcc]

On 5/19/2022 at 4:22 PM, oldfogey said:

I am almost 71, and taking my first foray into "Large Scale Planes"

Couldn't resist the Tamiya 1:32 Spitfire, although I don't have a clue 

as to how to build it. :/

That, in fact, was a lot of the reason I joined...........I keep reading about the 

horrid thick Tamiya decals, and was hoping I could get a referral for a good alternative

set. 

Old Fogey

Resist a Spitfire, what a strange idea, Resistance is futile.

Before I start any build I look for other people's builds of the same kit and steal their best bits and learn from their mistakes, then make mistakes of my own.

You could always paint on the markings instead of using decals.

 

Cheers

 

Dennis