Update from last meeting.  I completely forgot to post the kits that Bill Smallshaw brought to the meeting!  One of them I thought I took a picture of but somehow I lost it.  Bill if you could send me the information about that one I'll add it to this post.

This one from Dodo Models is a real gem!

Dodo Models produces 1/700 scale subjects.  Here is their facebook page link to this kit.  It's not shown on their web site but that's not unusual these days.  This is a very unusual and interesting subject.  Thanks for sharing this one Bill!

https://www.facebook.com/1592318817680445/photos/pcb.1991172357795087/1991172007795122/?type=3&theater

Another fun meeting and we covered a lot of territory once again...

I started off with a discussion about moving the meeting dates to the first Saturday of the month.  The feedback we received was that this would work out for everyone.  Rockler told us the space is available but I'm waiting to hear from Rich at Rockler that it's a go.  Our next meeting will definitely be March 24th.  If we get the go from Rockler the meeting after that will be May 5th!  Cinco de Mayo!

Sam next led off his final part of the Stewart in Japanese service, followed by her return to the US Navy.  It was certainly a memorable voyage bringing her back to San Francisco.

Next Jerry talked about his new kit, Tiger Models CB-90.  This is a much anticipated 1/35 kit.  The prototype was built by Sweden but it is in service with many different countries.  The fit and finish of the hull is remarkable.  I'm anxious to see what Jerry does with this model.  I can tell he's excited because he's starting to paint it tonight!

Jerry also shared with us the loops he purchased a while back and how useful they are for seeing details in a comfortable position.

Jerry also shared with us a reamer tool that he purchased.  Jerry's offered to put in an order for the club.  If you're interested let Jerry know quickly!  Excellent tool for learning out holes in plastic.

Next John discussed his three subjects!  The first was the Grille.  This was Hitlers yacht but later converted to wartime use as pictured here.  John advised that this was a bear of a kit and very unlike most of Combrig's line of kits.  But John managed to bring it to life and did a fine job of it.  

Next was the submarine tender Taigei and submarine.  John also used the Aoshima detail set which really brings this to life.  I was amazed at the wood deck for the Japanese submarine that came with the kit.  Impressive since last meeting these were just parts in boxes!

Photo etch set and wood deck for this kit.

Next Victor amazed us with his 1/350 Trumpeter Graff Zeplin.  It was strange to see German aircraft on this aircraft carrier that never happened.  

Good times!  

It's time again!

Meeting place:
Rockler Woodworking (basement)
2553 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 108
Denver, Colorado  80222
Date:  2/24/2018
Time:  10:00

This weeks agenda...

Sam will continue with the final episode of the USS Stewart in Japanese service.

John sent me some photos of his latest creation, IJN Taigei which I'm hoping he'll bring.

Jerry also is bringing his latest acquisition, a CB-90 from Tiger Model.  The CB-90 is a fast assault special operations boat used by many countries including the US.

I made an investment for the club.  I bought a TV stand and will be attaching my old Sony flat screen to it.  I'm hoping to have it set up for Sam's presentation.

I received 4 more bottles of the Flexy 5K CA.  This stuff just trickles in.  Hopefully we'll have the final four bottles by the March meeting!

Final note, Colpar Hobby Town is having a swap meet Saturday as well from 10:00 to 14:00.