International Scale Modeller

Posted: **Tue Sep 01, 2020 3:09 pm**

Late WW2 Rules and Guidelines - PLEASE READ

Subject Choices:

Any military model that was built or utilized in the late war period defined as Jan 1st, 1944 to September 2, 1945.
Any bust/figure of a significant historical figure from the above time period.

Group Build Guidelines...

Any kit manufacturer
Any Scale is allowed.
Anyone can join regardless of skill level.
There is no restriction on material or any after-market products.
Scratch building is allowed.
After market decal sets are allowed.
Dioramas are allowed
You can enter as many times as you like.
All kits MUST be in unstarted condition - no exceptions (damaged while in transit sprue parts are allowed).
All entries must have a build thread in this GB forum area for the entry to be valid.
A progressive build thread must be posted - which must include sprue and box shots, regular picture and/or video updates with comments on hints & tips - by sharing your build progress others can learn.
You must provide a minimum of three still photographs (as well as any video) as part of your final reveal.

Have FUN

If you have any questions then please either post it in this section and we will get it sorted.

Duration: 4 months
Start date: 1st September 2020
Finish date: 31st December 2020 at midnight GMT.

Posted: **Thu Sep 03, 2020 6:32 am**

Lots of tanks so far by the looks of it. I might give a tank a crack, never done one before.

Posted: **Thu Sep 03, 2020 4:03 pm**

Parker wrote: ↑Thu Sep 03, 2020 6:32 am Lots of tanks so far by the looks of it. I might give a tank a crack, never done one before.

Give it a go and see if you like it

Compared to an aircraft kit there'll be a lot more wheels involved but you won't have to faff about masking the canopy

Posted: **Thu Sep 03, 2020 4:30 pm**

Tomcat64 wrote: ↑Thu Sep 03, 2020 4:03 pm
Parker wrote: ↑Thu Sep 03, 2020 6:32 am Lots of tanks so far by the looks of it. I might give a tank a crack, never done one before.
Give it a go and see if you like it

Compared to an aircraft kit there'll be a lot more wheels involved but you won't have to faff about masking the canopy

Paul

Posted: **Fri Sep 04, 2020 12:01 am**

Tomcat64 wrote: ↑Thu Sep 03, 2020 4:03 pm
Compared to an aircraft kit there'll be a lot more wheels involved but you won't have to faff about masking the canopy

LOL

Posted: **Fri Sep 04, 2020 12:33 pm**

Would a T34-76 with 1943/44 markings qualify for the build?

Posted: **Fri Sep 04, 2020 10:00 pm**

Does it matter if the vehicle saw combat? I'm referencing stuff like a F8F and F7F. Technically they both were up and running; but, the war ended before they saw front line use (they were in route to the front.)

I'd also like clarification on late war paint schemes on earlier war vehicles.

Edit: I actually read the directions and it seems like either of these situations would be okay.

Posted: **Mon Sep 14, 2020 12:17 am**

I have never attempted an on line build before so I beg forgiveness for stupid questions up front.

Do variants qualify? I have a A6M5 Type 52 Zero that I understand did not become operational until 1944.
A few pieces are removed from the tree but nothing has been started.
Thanks
Rick

Posted: **Mon Sep 14, 2020 1:12 am**

Rick1956 wrote: ↑Mon Sep 14, 2020 12:17 am I have never attempted an on line build before so I beg forgiveness for stupid questions up front.

Do variants qualify? I have a A6M5 Type 52 Zero that I understand did not become operational until 1944.
A few pieces are removed from the tree but nothing has been started.
Thanks
Rick

Any military model that was built or... Utilized ....from 1944 onwards. So yes I would say your good to go.

aur0ra145 wrote: ↑Fri Sep 04, 2020 10:00 pm
RangerNeil wrote: ↑Fri Sep 04, 2020 12:33 pm Would a T34-76 with 1943/44 markings qualify for the build?
Sounds like anything still moving at that stage of the war would be ok. It's a very wide parameter.

Posted: **Mon Sep 14, 2020 1:48 am**

Thanks for the quick reply
Rick

Posted: **Mon Sep 14, 2020 7:19 am**

Rick1956 wrote: ↑Mon Sep 14, 2020 1:48 am Thanks for the quick reply
Rick

I'm just a simple member....no power whats so ever. That's only my take on it.

Posted: **Mon Sep 14, 2020 1:38 pm**

Understood
Thanks

Posted: **Wed Sep 23, 2020 12:28 am**

I’m pretty sure this is Ok, but just thought I’d get a ruling.

USAAF B-25D ‘Pacific Theatre’

From Wiki…

The North American B-25 Mitchell is a medium bomber that was introduced in 1941 and named in honour of Major General William "Billy" Mitchell, a pioneer of U.S. military aviation.[2] Used by many Allied air forces, the B-25 served in every theatre of World War II.

(I’m not going to do a tank, all those tack pieces look like an absolute nightmare).

- P

Posted: **Wed Sep 30, 2020 1:48 am**

Can someone confirm the above? ^^^^
I've never done a Group Build before and don't want to be wrong.

Cheers all.
- P

Posted: **Wed Sep 30, 2020 2:46 am**

Parker wrote: ↑Wed Sep 30, 2020 1:48 am Can someone confirm the above? ^^^^
I've never done a Group Build before and don't want to be wrong.

Cheers all.
- P

With regards to... "Any military model that was built or utilized in the late war period defined as Jan 1st, 1944 to September 2, 1945."

One of the decal sets says it was utilized in 1944 so it should be good. I'm not really in charge of anything around here, just a casual observer. Though, I don't think anyone would give you grief if you built of that kit.

Posted: **Wed Sep 30, 2020 3:56 am**

Cheers mate.
TBH, I haven't even opened the box yet. I'll see what the decal set indicates and advise.
Thanks again.

- P

Posted: **Wed Sep 30, 2020 8:17 am**

Parker wrote: ↑Wed Sep 30, 2020 3:56 am Cheers mate.
TBH, I haven't even opened the box yet. I'll see what the decal set indicates and advise.
Thanks again.

- P

Go for it. We know the B25 was in frontline service until the end of the war so full steam ahead mate.

Posted: **Thu Oct 01, 2020 4:59 am**

Posted: **Thu Oct 01, 2020 4:57 pm**

I have really buggered up on this GB

So sorry.
I ordered a 1/32 Spitfire and figures and all. But I like the early Spit's beautiful ellipical wings and shape, so I got a MKI
Then I see it is LATE WWII GB and certainly this version was not flown then

To avoid the hacking of authorities on the subject, I chose to bow out....works as my mojo is at an absolute low
I shall return with new vigor in the new year

Posted: **Thu Oct 01, 2020 6:12 pm**

Twokidsnosleep wrote: ↑Thu Oct 01, 2020 4:57 pm I have really buggered up on this GB So sorry.
I ordered a 1/32 Spitfire and figures and all. But I like the early Spit's beautiful ellipical wings and shape, so I got a MKI
Then I see it is LATE WWII GB and certainly this version was not flown then
To avoid the hacking of authorities on the subject, I chose to bow out....works as my mojo is at an absolute low
I shall return with new vigor in the new year

We'll be here when your mojo is back.

Posted: **Thu Oct 01, 2020 6:15 pm**

aur0ra145 wrote: ↑Thu Oct 01, 2020 6:12 pm
Twokidsnosleep wrote: ↑Thu Oct 01, 2020 4:57 pm I have really buggered up on this GB So sorry.
I ordered a 1/32 Spitfire and figures and all. But I like the early Spit's beautiful ellipical wings and shape, so I got a MKI
Then I see it is LATE WWII GB and certainly this version was not flown then
To avoid the hacking of authorities on the subject, I chose to bow out....works as my mojo is at an absolute low
I shall return with new vigor in the new year
We'll be here when your mojo is back.

Thank you
Apologies to be letting you guys down with my absence

Posted: **Fri Oct 02, 2020 10:42 am**

Twokidsnosleep wrote: ↑Thu Oct 01, 2020 6:15 pm
aur0ra145 wrote: ↑Thu Oct 01, 2020 6:12 pm
Twokidsnosleep wrote: ↑Thu Oct 01, 2020 4:57 pm I have really buggered up on this GB So sorry.
I ordered a 1/32 Spitfire and figures and all. But I like the early Spit's beautiful ellipical wings and shape, so I got a MKI
Then I see it is LATE WWII GB and certainly this version was not flown then
To avoid the hacking of authorities on the subject, I chose to bow out....works as my mojo is at an absolute low
I shall return with new vigor in the new year
We'll be here when your mojo is back.
Thank you
Apologies to be letting you guys down with my absence

No need to apologise mate - it happens to all of us from time to time.

Come back to the bench & forum when you're ready - and enjoy your other hobbies in the meantime

Posted: **Fri Oct 02, 2020 11:04 am**

Mojo is a fleeting whimsical moment and no doubt it will return. I hope it doesn't take 2 months though. A 1/32 scale spit would have been a nice build, is it a Tamiya ? I'm going to get a zeke sometime.

and best wishes until we see you again.

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