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Sounds look a good deal. One thing I like about Hobby Boss is they aren't afraid to offer subjects that are not mainstream. Things like the EBR 10, Schnieder, and the obscure Vickers MK II tank that I have in my stash.

I always liked the look of those things. HB has two versions I believe. Looking forward to seeing more of your build😀

M4 high speed tractor?

Tamiya reboxes of Italeri kits will include the Italeri logo on box cover. The italeri Sturmtiger was released after the Tamiya kit.

Nice one John😀 That Tamiya Corsair must be a great kit. I'd like to build one.....someday !

Yes, it's pretty nice, although a bit basic. I've been looking a at sturmtigers online. Some have muzzle weights some don't. Same with fenders. One restored ST has a simple flame-cut ring for the weight. Some show parts of the fenders missing. I think the subject allows many possibilities. A 1/16 version would be fun.😀 Paul

This came in the mail.. It's a Sturmtiger from Tamiya (35177). Also got a set of zimmerit decals from DEF model. The kit has individual link tracks. I'm going to get started on this right away. The Def Model zimmerit looks promising. Anyway, I hope this is useful for some . However it goes I'll post build pictures.

I have a set for the Tamiya Sturmtiger and I bought a set for Tamiya's Brummbar. I was able to get the Sturmtiger using points on Amazon... Otherwise I would have bought The RFM kit. I'll look at the instructions tomorrow when my Sturmtiger arrives. Apparently, most Sturmtigers had Zimmerit during the war.....not the Museum examples however. I thought it would be worth a try😀 Thanks...

Hey, has anyone used these products ? I saw that the Tamiya sets you have to cut the Zimmerit from the backing while the Def Model product are water-slide decals. I bought the DEF MODEL. Any comments/advice would be helpful. Paul

Saw an "unboxing video" of that kit...looks good and the Hampden is certainly an unusual looking aircraft.

A virtual transcript how clever!!!!!

Nice work. Which F4 kit is that?

Bravo my thoughts exactly. 😀

Well, or buy another kit...start over. I saw the same kit on EBAY for under $30. US. It looks like a nice kit for its age. I considered getting one the other day. After watching the video I mentioned. Then this build appeared. I don't know about British Armor.

A situation so much like the video I watched on You tube about the same kit.....is this a common mistake?😀 Everything sounds so familiar.....

Sorry to hear of the mix-up with front armor. Hope you can fix it. Was surprised to see the external drum fuel tanks---I mean, how Soviet ! BTW.......where did you get those blue clamps ? Paul

Very nice😀 I have that one in my stash......Inspirational build. Thanks

Really sorry to hear this John. , but I understand when building becomes a chore why continue? Modeling is meant to be fun.... I have a few projects on hold right now....waiting for painting. Circumstances don't allow me to get to my bench for now. In the meantime,---Feeding Squirrels----real Squirrels. I also have been collecting OOP and older Tamiya kits-----ones I missed the first time around. People might not understand or approve of this, but I enjoy doing this as well as building. Hope you may have a change of heart----or start another project. as I enjoy your builds.

Thanks Carl😀 Inside the box there's a form for the Tamiya Club of Canada membership.

I am sorry to hear of this Hubert. Sending hopes and prayers and wishing for the best Outcome.

Great stuff Rob😀 anticipating awesome build threads!!

Some stuff today......😀 From Tamiya two items purchased from EBAY. First their RUSSIAN ARMY TANK T72 M1 (35160) NIB parts sealed in bag. The box has an import label for "Borgfeldt (Canada) Limited" Never seen that before........might be a common sight for some on this forum😀 Also got this Gloster Meteor F.1 -V-1 (Fieseler Fi103) #61065 I know this kit had some problems, being based on a Museum aircraft example, but for $ 20 USD I didn't care. It's Sealed NIB . Update: The errors in the 1997 release (f3 wing) were corrected in this 1999 re-release.and lead to the release of the F3 variant by Tamiya....😀 Next some aftermarket stuff from the Brothers Sprue....... From Kelik, some 3d cockpit details for Tamiya's A-10A (RESK48132K). Look good. From Caracal Models, some decals for early A-10 warthogs. I also got some mask sets from Eduard and Montex. Also, after a month in customs in Chicago, got this "Egg Girl". And, before I had my coffee this morning, this creature was already at my back door begging to be fed......this squirrel thing might be getting out of hand 😐 Fed dozens of these little beasts today.....One peanut at a time.😀

Very cool Carl😀

Man ! That's rough! Sorry to hear of this.Glad to hear you're back though

Some recent Items..... First, from Tamiya, an ancient kit. I built this one when in high school. It's their U.S.A.F FAIRCHILD REPUBLIC A 10A THUNDERBOLT II (61028) This is a later boxing than the one I built. Purchased on EBAY , it was cheap. Under $ 25 USD. Despite there being much better kits being offered of this aircraft available I thought it would be a fun build. The kit was Sealed NIB. These are still being made , and sell for about $ 40 USD. Ordered a few aftermarket items. One of the aftermarket items...... An ACES II seat in 1/48 by MINICRAFT COLLECTIONS (MCC48028) Some Iwata items.......Three needle packing screws (new type I-725-1) for Eclipse airbrushes. I also bought a spare needle for my Hi-line HP-BC (I-0753) A while ago I rebuilt my Eclipse airbrushes but never replaced the packing 0 rings-just adjusted them. The new packing screws have an integral PTFE seal........I hope they fit. Last some Mr Color spray cans .....Character Flesh 111. Whether in spray cans or bottle, this stuff is very hard to find ! This is for the "Egg Girl" kits I have. Why so hard to find? Anyway having dual UPS/USPS problems. Every darn package (8) delayed or lost.....freaking hilarious. This also includes Amazon BTW