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  • SUBSIM
    • Apr 2022
    • 60

    #1

    Howdy boys

    Hi there, I'm Neal from Texas. I'm not a proliferate modeler, I made a few models as a kid, and couple more in my 40s. The only one that has survived is my Type VII U-boat. So, I am not very experienced. Those are the two eras in my life where I got busy with scale models.

    I "retired" about 2 years ago and have gotten started up again. I'm not a naturally skilled craftsman, I've got caveman hands and fingers, so handling 1/350 scale bits is a challenge for me. Still, I am finding the hobby very fulfilling.

    I've made a couple of submarine models in the last few weeks, kind of warmups. I'm tackling a Dragon (DML?) Ohio class boomer now, taking my time to make it as good as I can. Next, if I feel capable, I have a large Gato sub model a friend gave me 15 years ago. Hopefully I am up to the task.

    I'll probably have a newbie question or two, but Youtube sure does make it easy to get info. Always looking for more though.
  • spanner570
    SMF Supporters
    • May 2009
    • 15384

    #2
    Welcome to the forum Neal. Skill level doesn't matter, it's the enjoyment that counts.....

    I too enjoy building U.Boats

    Also, with the great, friendly and knowledgeable folk on here, you won't need Youtube!

    Enjoy your time with us. :thumb2:

    Cheers.
    Ron

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    • JR
      • May 2015
      • 18273

      #3
      Welcome Neal .
      A few of your country men on here , so your not alone on the time thing .
      Any question is answered, so don't worry if you think it's silly .I've asked all those anyway :smiling3:
      Enjoy your stay .

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      • Ian M
        Administrator
        • Dec 2008
        • 18266
        • Ian
        • Falster, Denmark

        #4
        Welcome to the forum Neal.
        Group builds

        Bismarck

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        • Jim R
          SMF Supporters
          • Apr 2018
          • 15655
          • Jim
          • Shropshire

          #5
          A warm welcome to the forum Neal. Here there are all levels of skill and experience. We are a friendly, helpful group so I'm sure you'll enjoy your time here. I look forward to seeing your models.
          Jim

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          • adt70hk
            SMF Supporters
            • Sep 2019
            • 10400

            #6
            Welcome!!!

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            • Tim Marlow
              SMF Supporters
              • Apr 2018
              • 18891
              • Tim
              • Somerset UK

              #7
              Welcome aboard Neal.

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              • JayCee
                SMF Supporters
                • Aug 2019
                • 1131

                #8
                Welcome to the Madhouse ! :smiling: .
                John.

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                • boatman
                  SMF Supporters
                  • Nov 2018
                  • 14451
                  • christopher
                  • NORFOLK UK

                  #9
                  AN A WELCOME from me as well
                  chrisb

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                  • Mark1
                    • Apr 2021
                    • 4156

                    #10
                    Hi,welcome to the forum.

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                    • Airborne01
                      • Mar 2021
                      • 3953
                      • Steve
                      • Essex

                      #11
                      Welcome mate, looking forward to seeing your work - no need to duck and dive over your skill level - most of us have fingers like boots!
                      Steve

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                      • Dave Ward
                        SMF Supporters
                        • Apr 2018
                        • 10549

                        #12
                        Neal,
                        welcome to the forum - submarines? There have been quite a few sub models on the forum ( mine as well ). How are you displaying them, on a stand? I prefer to waterline those I do make - cutting off the underwater portion & making a 'sea' base - takes a bit of practice, but can be rewarding.
                        Questions? - ask away - we have a wide circle of knowledgeable members, and some of the advice can actually be useful!
                        Above all enjoy yourself!
                        Dave

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                        • papa 695
                          Moderator
                          • May 2011
                          • 22770

                          #13
                          Hi and welcome to the forum Neal.

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                          • stillp
                            SMF Supporters
                            • Nov 2016
                            • 8087
                            • Pete
                            • Rugby

                            #14
                            Welcome Neal.
                            Pete

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                            • Caustik Filth
                              SMF Supporters
                              • Jan 2022
                              • 364
                              • Rob
                              • Portsmouth

                              #15
                              Welcome and enjoy Neal !

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