SPA Modeler

Stuart wrote: ↑Tue Jan 20, 2026 10:11 am Good idea - I'm going to try and keep my focus on one project at a time this year... well that's the plan, we'll see how long it lasts.

Heh… I need to finish the Viper, the Panther tank, and at least 3 auto kits.

Interesting you went with the painted over old numbers route. Can’t wait to see it finished.

Now y'all gonna make me go back and get it.

Winter’s here and not much to do except build models.

Bruce, the link with the comments is dead on correct. It’s never the same things; you always find something new. That’s why I go 2 or 3 times a year. This time, as far as model kits goes… there were more than when I’ve gone in the past. It’s always a crap shoot what you’ll find as far as model kits.

It has a lot of vendors stations, each selling their wares. You can find almost anything from old comic books, baseball cards, antique toys from the 70s, LPs/45s, furniture, tools, and everything in between. I typically spend an hour and a half walking around. Worth a trip if you’re in the area - es...

A fun kit and I enjoyed it. This is the early "car door" version of the Typhoon. No. 175 Squadron Royal Air Force c/n EK139; aka: Dirty Dora https://i.postimg.cc/Nj5HJBVr/20260119-215453.avif https://i.postimg.cc/j2c795t2/20260119-215440.avif https://i.postimg.cc/bJjSwbvw/20260119-215538.a...

She's done! You know where to find her...

Decals are on! Next... the final assembly steps.

Found a quite a few model kits but no cigar. Either the kits were partially built, lacking decals or missing parts. I did find one I had thought about grabbing... Babylon 5 Starfury sci-fi kit. Everything in plastic bag but missing decals. $15. Asked if prices are negotiable. Nope. However the 1/200...