Danno

That is purely outstanding!!

Nice!

At one time, the local IPMS chapter offered entrants at its contest a one-on-one with the judges where they could have their entries critiqued. The idea was to afford builders the opportunity to "see" their models through the eyes of the judges ... and to learn to build better, more competitive models. Unfortunately, the experiment went south . . . seems a lot of the contestants didn't want to hear the feedback and some of those who did, got mad at the judges for giving them constructive critiques. They don't do it any more.

I heard from a usually-reliable source that the entire run has already sold out (at the wholesale level). So, if you want them, you better grab them fast. No guarantee there will be a second run.

Good job.

That is splendid!

Nice.

Nice.

I don't know what became of him, but his profile is gone.

I hesitate to contribute to the jacking of Caleb's thread, but here's another example of bashing the Mack snapper compartment body with other kits, but . . . Here's a peek at AlumaPumpa!

Probably the most basic market-study of all, Bill. Last time they whipped one up, they put it out there, and it didn't sell well. So, they're not so quick to do it again. That seems to be the way the Little Three function and it's certainly the methodology they consistently quote. And who's to say they're wrong? Only Moebius is flying a different flightplan, IMC tried and failed, and maybe Meng is on that path as well. Time will tell.

Stunning, Harry! Stunning.

Psychologists have a couple of theories on this point, neither of which can be discussed here.

Excellent concepts, Chris! Especially ... (wait for it) ... the "Lawns of Anarchy" Tractor ... the official SAMCRO grass cutter!

Killa!

Besides, the Vegas got dizzy from standing on their heads so long.

I've been involved in operating many shows/competitions over the years, some with names displayed, some not. Some shows I operate are entirely peoples' choice balloting. Builders' identities are displayed. We see a lot of spectators who look for particular builders' models because they know them personally or know them by reputation. Other builders want to see their work. It is a positive thing. The shows I operate with critical judging, we do not allow builders' identities to factor in. Period. It hasn't been a problem, and the advantage is exactly what's been mentioned: it promotes discussions and social interactions among builders and allows spectators to see the work of friends or known builders. Some shows I've helped judge do not display builders' names. They tend to be very sterile affairs where there is little social interaction or even as much enthusiasm as the alternatives that display names. I haven't seen any improvement in the integrity of judging just by concealing builders' identities. I personally think concealing the identities of builders is highly over-rated as an answer to the dilemma of integrity-challenged shows/contests. One has to look to much bigger factors to solve those issues.

Nice.

Sweet '40, Ray! You GOTTA bring your models to Desert Scale Classic!!

Nice.

Farfegnugen!!

It'll be great to see ALL you guys!!!

These are the casters Gabe refers to. They are considered 1/12 scale, but they don't list dimensions. I can tell you, Chris, Gabe is right - they are exactly what you're looking for!

STARTS TODAY!!!