Danno

Good job

Nice.

Perhaps instead of griping on the forum about mangled issues, the receivers of mangled issues should complain to their Postmasters. Each time. If the Postmasters are getting complaints, they'll get to the bottom of it. They're in a customer-service-based business, also. Or, if you're really grumpy, gripe on the forum, too. But at least complain EACH time to the Postmaster. It generally works. I had a problem at one time with my MCM subscription, also. It arrived dog-eared and cover torn more than it arrived in good condition. I complained to the Postmaster. After third round of complaints, it was found to be an issue with the letter carrier. The Postmaster took action, and I've never had a damaged issue since. It may not be the solution to everyone's problems, but it won't hurt to get Postmasters involved wherever the problem is occurring. If the Postmasters' investigations determine the problem is happening before the magazines enter the postal system, at least everyone will KNOW.

Nice result.

Nice.

Very nice.

Wow. Looking great, Alyn!

Nice!

Nice! The wide whites don't look so bad.

I'd love to be there, but unfortunately life got in the way & I can't make the trip.

Nice!

Chill, James. I'm not responsible for whether Revell's left hand and Revell's right hand have ever met. It's their (Revell's) official website for their (Revell's) contest that I quoted in response to someone else's question. I'm not ~ and wasn't ~ challenging your reading level or ability. Your post is interesting in that you are not arguing the rule exists, you are just putting forth rationalizations and justifications for ignoring the rule or theorizing as to one means of circumventing it. I do not disagree with you that the rule (1) can be ignored if that's what someone wants to do (2) there are methods of 'beating' the rule if that's what someone wants to do, or even (3) maybe Revell doesn't care ~ but that's the rule they published, and they didn't share with me the revelation that they don't care if their own rules are ignored or circumvented. Did Revell tell you they made the rule but wouldn't expect entrants to abide by it? And, by the way, I don't get the 'rusty spork' reference. The only sporks I've ever seen were plastic. You have my permission to call me stupid or something if it makes you feel better. I'm not here to argue, especially over this. PS: I intentionally did not 'bold' or increase any of my text. Peace?

Very cool!

OMG, John! ". . . And away, we go!" I was struck by the same thing! Amazing. Just think ... who was the guy who first visualized this? What? A Chevy pickup and a Chrysler sitting side by side, or this guy just cooks it up in his brain and it works!???

From the Contest Rules: "To Enter: Entrants must log on to www.revell.com to enter online. Buy one (1) new Revell or Monogram brand model within the Contest Period (February 1, 2013 – May 15, 2013). The list of eligible model kits can be found at www.revell.com or at your local Revell retailer. Complete the online entry form and submit it electronically along with up to five (5) photos of your model (up to 2 MB per image)." The rules require that an entrant submit an online entry, which may only be submitted if the following is "checked:" By clicking the checkbox, I verify that I personally built the Revell or Monogram plastic model submitted for consideration using one of the eligible Hot Rod models. I understand that I am also accepting all terms and conditions of the Contest. For a complete list of terms and conditions, see the Contest Rules. Requiring proof of purchase? Maybe not directly required upon initial entry. I don't know if they follow up on the purchase requirement. Sure, anyone could cheat. But, I'd be willing to bet that anyone selected to win any prize will be asked for that proof of purchase. If not, that person might win a prize by cheating. Congratulations to them. They might as well have a "professional" builder construct their entry, too. As has been mentioned by others, the major impetus for Revell to go to all this trouble is to promote sales. They even refer to it as a "promotion." No secrets there. It's their promotion/contest. And they are entitled to set their own rules for their own promotion/contest. If entrants bypass the rule requiring purchase (i.e., cheat) and if entrants who did not purchase their kits during the contest period (i.e., cheat) are selected to win prizes, then Revell is also entitled to decide the promotion was not worth the trouble, especially if sales aren't sufficiently increased. Even if proof of purchase is not required to be delivered at time of entry, it is a requirement of the rules. Besides jeopardizing the whole thing*, following the rules is all about ethics, integrity, and character of the entrants. Those are attributes determined by conduct and behavior whether there is a 'hall monitor' checking receipts at the door. *Disclaimer for this aspect of my statement: Realistically, I know ~ or at least I hope ~ that cheating by bypassing the purchase requirement rule is not likely to be widespread enough to persuade Revell to discontinue the whole thing. But it is possible.

"We're Number 1 with Your Number 2." Actually saw that slogan on one. Nice build!

Nice!

I lost a model once. Things were going great, but then her husband came and took her home.

What car does not have "similarities" to other cars? "Look, Dude! It's got four wheels ... they stole that!"

Short answer: Yes. Long answer: Yes.

Cool.

Oh, yeah! Immediately following the Desert Scale Classic, we have a barbeque for all the participants and attendees, workers, sponsors, and club members. Lots of free food and beverage, GREAT COOK!, music DJ who doesn't talk (World's Only Mime-DJ), and friendship/fellowship. It also coincides with the monthly meeting of the Moonlight Modelers Club, so their club meeting is held at the same time, with all guests welcome. It's quite the relaxing way to wind down the swap meet/contest day! Everyone's welcome, so c'mon down! Desert Scale Classic is the third Saturday in April. This year, it is April 20, 2013.

I haven't posted to this thread for quite awhile, primarily because my uncontrollable drooling has shorted out my keyboard every time I've dropped in. Tom ... SPECTACULAR!!! Stunningly ... accurate. Amazing artistry. Keep it up!