So who is into model making?

[The Tall Luthier]

Its not a model per se, its a fully operational acoustic guitar but by and large its as tricky as some of the work on this thread.

 

[The Tall Luthier]

Had to use a magnifying jewellers lamp.

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I bought a pair of these glasses. I don't know where they can be sourced in the UK but they are ACE!
The optional LED lights take away all doubt from believing what you see. Of course they look ridiculous, but youre a crafter, who cares!

OptiVISOR Headband Magnifier - StewMac

OptiVISOR Headband Magnifier

www.stewmac.com

 

[Velma's Dad]

I bought a pair of these glasses. I don't know where they can be sourced in the UK but they are ACE!
The optional LED lights take away all doubt from believing what you see. Of course they look ridiculous, but youre a crafter, who cares!

Mrs VD has a similar product, called Vision Aid (see: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Vis...49-42C1-8AE8-D220E18EA9F8?tag=vwcalifornia-21)

I was surprised at the quality, for a reasonable price.

 

[WelshGas]

I bought a pair of these glasses. I don't know where they can be sourced in the UK but they are ACE!
The optional LED lights take away all doubt from believing what you see. Of course they look ridiculous, but youre a crafter, who cares!

OptiVISOR Headband Magnifier - StewMac

OptiVISOR Headband Magnifier

www.stewmac.com

Tried something similar, but as I wear varifocal glasses just couldn’t get on with them and constantly taking off to read instructions was a real faf.

 

[AlistairC]

Here’s my model - 1:3 with a mobility scooter drivetrain so good for 20stone over 10 miles. Now radio controlled and switchable to drive by wire for local control.

 

[AlistairC]

Try this!
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I like this! Is this a kit or the work of a professional?

 

[WelshGas]

Stainless steel model with clockwork motor.

 

[WelshGas]

Another model finished, all 489 pieces.

 

[Haves1979]

Picked up these two re-releases from Schumacher. Used to race these in the 90s so a brilliant nostalgia kick.

 

[Dottie]

Wow! You’re in a different league to us….this was our 2nd attempt…yes, you guessed it, out first attempt was the VW campervan!
it was fun all the same

 

[66tim99]

Picked up these two re-releases from Schumacher. Used to race these in the 90s so a brilliant nostalgia kick.
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Loved my mates Schumacher Cat in the ‘80’s. Unfortunately I could only afford a Tamiya Boomerang but the races were epic…

 

[soulstyledevon]

Picked up these two re-releases from Schumacher. Used to race these in the 90s so a brilliant nostalgia kick.
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I was mad into RC growing up.
I had the Schumacher Storm truck with a Tamiya Grasshopper and my cousin had the Tamiya Blackfoot.

Great times...

 

[The Tall Luthier]

Todays job.
Put some colour onto this 335 flamed maple Electric guitar.

 

[GrumpyGranddad]

Impressive.

 

[bullibuskombi]

I'm sure I'm not alone in enjoying making things and this Christmas I've done very well with a number of model kits to make.
The 1st was a Steam Punk Kitchen Timer guaranteed to be heard all over the house.
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Electronically timed which alarms by powering up an air compressor to sound an Air horn.
My next model is the Lego Technic Land Rover Defender. The book of plans runs to 489 pages.
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There are 2 more models to follow, a scale model Steam Train and another Lego Technic kit, an 8 wheel drive All Terrain remote control vehicle. Happy Days.
So anyone else into this, during Lockdown.

I'm sure I'm not alone in enjoying making things and this Christmas I've done very well with a number of model kits to make.
The 1st was a Steam Punk Kitchen Timer guaranteed to be heard all over the house.
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Electronically timed which alarms by powering up an air compressor to sound an Air horn.
My next model is the Lego Technic Land Rover Defender. The book of plans runs to 489 pages.
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There are 2 more models to follow, a scale model Steam Train and another Lego Technic kit, an 8 wheel drive All Terrain remote control vehicle. Happy Days.
So anyone else into this, during Lockdown.

Three of mine, T3 Autosleeper Trident, T1 Devon Caravette and T2 bus. T6 Cali in build.

 

[Wildcamper]

Impressive.

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Maybe the Ministry of Defence will purchase it! They are short of tanks now!

 

[bullibuskombi]

a few of mine

 

[The Tall Luthier]

Here's one for you @WelshGas
My next model making project is a wooden clock comprising of 68 pieces.
Each piece has to be hand made. I suspect you would enjoy this.

 

[787driver]

I like this! Is this a kit or the work of a professional?

I’m a qualified Horologist!

 

[The Tall Luthier]

I’m a qualified Horologist!

I’m a Pisces, will I have a good year??

You can see from #193 that I’m just about to build my first timepiece.

Are there any short courses on horology for enthusiasts rather than those who want to become professional, do you know?

 

[787driver]

There is a guy on YouTube called Mark Lovick (watch repair channel) who offers short courses

 

[The Tall Luthier]

There is a guy on YouTube called Mark Lovick (watch repair channel) who offers short courses

Thanks for that 787. I found the videos fascinating

I had a look at the strip down and rebuild of the £30k Rolex. That’s definitely a game for someone with 20/20 vision isn’t it?

I think I will stick to my 8” wide cogs on the wooden clock but kinder to these eyes.

 

[erik.godderis]

I’m a qualified Horologist!

Hello Colleague,

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[AlistairC]

I’m a qualified Horologist!

Aah so it is a rebuild / restoration project?

I thought that perhaps there was a company out there offering self build kits to give choice and personalisation!

There is a local small watch makers near me in sussex building fabulous watches in an array of unusual and bespoke materials with high end designerly work. Really interesting timepieces with quartz internals but lovely styling cues. I love reading their weekly blogs.

Would love to ‘custom build’ a watch but need to have more of a creative input!