Bernard Kron Posted January 2, 2022 Posted January 2, 2022 (edited) 2021 proved to be a disappointing year in terms of the number of models that I actually completed. While it’s not unusual to start a project and then set it aside for a while, I generally don’t let projects linger for too long, and rarely start one without finishing it within a year or so. It does happen that some projects have stayed in their box for several years, but it’s not that common for me. This year, however, was an exception in many ways. I suspect that the limited socialization that the current pandemic has forced on many of us has something to do with it, but 2021 was a strangely unfocused and lackadaisical one for me. I completed 5 models and started at least as many that are all fairly far along but will have to wait to 2022 for completion. Besides the Covid Blues there was another reason for some projects falling away, and that was that I sold 20 of my earlier models dating from when I first returned to modeling in 2008. I auctioned them on eBay, and many of them required repair and cleaning, and re-photographing. It was an effort well worth doing since I felt better about selling them and I’m sure the buyers appreciated a clean, freshened up build, too. In the event they were all well sold and I’m glad I did it. But in terms of bench time it probably meant deferring a couple of projects. In any event here are my 5 for 2021, 3 Deuces, a fat-fendered ’40 Ford and a 50’s Maserati. The multiple Deuces show what a lazy year it was for me, because I can always find a way to do another Revell Deuce if all else fails. All 3 were “spare parts” builds put together from odds and ends in my stash. The same was true of the ’40 Ford Sedan Delivery. The Maserati was a first for me, made from an obscure and rare resin curbside kit, something I had never tried before. So please accept my best wishes to you all for a healthy, happy and fulfilling 2022. Thanx for lookin’, B. ’32 Ford “Pseudo Tub” 60’s Style Show Car - February 2021 ’53 Maserati A6GCS Fantuzzi Roadster – June 2021 ’32 Ford Chopped & Channeled 3-Window Coupe – July 2021 ’32 Ford ’50’s Style Channeled Roadster Show Car – August 2021 ’40 Ford Sedan Delivery Hemi-Powered Street Rod – December 2021 Edited January 2, 2022 by Bernard Kron 3
bbowser Posted January 2, 2022 Posted January 2, 2022 Great job on the Maser, very nice work on them all. 1
alan barton Posted January 2, 2022 Posted January 2, 2022 (edited) Looking good there, Bernard. I had a good year for building but my tally always varies from year to year so I just take it as it comes. This year I completed some thirty plus year builds and a two week build so who is to say what is a good year or a good number? But I can see a blue channelled 32 in my future after seeing yours! Cheers Alan Edited January 2, 2022 by alan barton 1
TooOld Posted January 2, 2022 Posted January 2, 2022 You shouldn't be disappointed with only finishing five , it's quality not quantity that counts and your five are all outstanding ! As always your three Deuces really stand out , the Maserati is WOW , and finishing the '40 Ford in such a short amount of time is Amazing . You had a great 2021 ! 1
espo Posted January 2, 2022 Posted January 2, 2022 Great looking builds and I like the different paint styles you used. 1
Bernard Kron Posted January 3, 2022 Author Posted January 3, 2022 Thanks you everyone. Your comments are much appreciated. It's no so much about "only" finishing 4 or 5 but more about the unfinished projects I left on my bench as the year progressed. Oh well, they'll provide a good start to 2022.
Plowboy Posted January 3, 2022 Posted January 3, 2022 Some great stuff Bernard! I never concern myself with how many I build. I just want to build what I like. As long as you enjoyed building them, that's all that matters! I've never been a fan of a Phaeton. But, your "Pseudo Tub" makes me want to build one! Everything on that thing is just right!
Bernard Kron Posted January 3, 2022 Author Posted January 3, 2022 4 minutes ago, Plowboy said: Some great stuff Bernard! I never concern myself with how many I build. I just want to build what I like. As long as you enjoyed building them, that's all that matters! I've never been a fan of a Phaeton. But, your "Pseudo Tub" makes me want to build one! Everything on that thing is just right! Thank you Roger. I must admit the Pseudo Tub was kind of magical and, while it was far from a simple build, involving properly decapitating the Revell Tudor body shell, adapting and slamming it's AMT Phantom Vicky chassis, and executing a fog paint job using decals, it did seem to flow awfully well. I had wanted to rescue that failed Tudor chop for a very long time so I guess I was pretty motivated. All the best to you in 2022, B.
1959scudetto Posted January 3, 2022 Posted January 3, 2022 Very well done models, Bernard (though i'm not into rods and customs) - the one that impresses me most is the '50's Maserati - a 1/24 model kit of this would be great !
Bernard Kron Posted January 3, 2022 Author Posted January 3, 2022 17 minutes ago, 1959scudetto said: Very well done models, Bernard (though i'm not into rods and customs) - the one that impresses me most is the '50's Maserati - a 1/24 model kit of this would be great ! Thanks Helmut. Yes, a full detail styrene kit of A6GCS is the stuff of dreams. At least we have the Hasegawa 250TR. I was surpsied how much could be done with this solid plug of resin, though.
Phildaupho Posted January 4, 2022 Posted January 4, 2022 Fantastic to see all your 2021 builds in one place. All are very interesting, well thought out and built.
Bernard Kron Posted January 4, 2022 Author Posted January 4, 2022 (edited) 11 minutes ago, Phildaupho said: Fantastic to see all your 2021 builds in one place. All are very interesting, well thought out and built. Thanks Phil. The funny thing is that even though I personally think of my models as "well thought out" that's in fact only partially true. I will admit that I have a pretty good "mind's eye" vision of the final result when I start. However, without exception there's a huge amount of improvisation that went into everyone of these, even the Maser which was brutally simple in it's construction. I guess in the heat of battle I do give some thought to my next move, but it's not like I have a well drawn out plan in advance as to what those moves will be, LOL. But that's what I like so much about this hobby, at least the way I practice it - there's always a surprise waiting around the next corner... Edited January 4, 2022 by Bernard Kron
89AKurt Posted January 5, 2022 Posted January 5, 2022 Fine job on all of those. All the negative energy from the nonsense going on sapped my enthusiasm, so totally understand.
Dann Tier Posted January 5, 2022 Posted January 5, 2022 Wow!...its tough to pick a favorite, but for me, its gotta be that Maserati!!
Bernard Kron Posted January 5, 2022 Author Posted January 5, 2022 (edited) On 1/4/2022 at 10:40 PM, 89AKurt said: Fine job on all of those. All the negative energy from the nonsense going on sapped my enthusiasm, so totally understand. On 1/5/2022 at 3:16 AM, Dann Tier said: Wow!...its tough to pick a favorite, but for me, its gotta be that Maserati!! Thanks Kurt and Dann. One of the nice things about the annual retrospective tradition is we all get to hear from and comment on other forum members whose work we follow and admire, even when they work in subject matter that may not be what we "normally" do. As mainly a rod and custom modeler my interest in sporty cars, circle track and road/rally racing may not be obvious, but they all have been a passion as part of my longstanding automobile enthusiasm. I look forward to your projects whenever you post them and, for myself, I have slowly broadened my palate and hope to do more sports car and road racing subjects in the coming year. All the best to you both in 2022, B. Edited January 7, 2022 by Bernard Kron 2
Bernard Kron Posted January 7, 2022 Author Posted January 7, 2022 Thank you Larry. Here's to a happy and fulfilling 2022 to you and yours.
Lunajammer Posted January 9, 2022 Posted January 9, 2022 Love those 32's, they're so balanced. I'll need to find your build threads.
Bernard Kron Posted January 9, 2022 Author Posted January 9, 2022 (edited) Thanks everyone! Much appreciated! 1 hour ago, Lunajammer said: Love those 32's, they're so balanced. I'll need to find your build threads. Thanks Mike! I really appreciate your comment. I'm quite flattered. Here are links to build and under glass threads for all 5 : ’32 Ford “Pseudo Tub” 60’s Style Show Car ’53 Maserati A6GCS Fantuzzi Roadster ’32 Ford ’50’s Style Channeled Roadster Show Car Build Thread: Heavily Chopped & Channeled '32 Ford 3-window ’32 Ford Chopped & Channeled 3-Window Coupe ’40 Ford Sedan Delivery Hemi-Powered Street Rod Edited January 9, 2022 by Bernard Kron 1
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