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    Tom: 

    I am in Guilford, CT. I passed through Asheville 50+ years ago, it must have changed a great deal since. I remember that area was beautiful.

     

    I could use some guidance and advice. I just scored a 25+ year-old Bluejacket Portland model kit on Ebay at a deep discount. I am returning to model building after a 60-year hiatus. I never thought I would build this model due to its cost. The new kit is $590! I have not started my build yet, I just received the kit. Everything in it, including decals and fabrics are in excellent condition. 

     

    Before I start building, what advice can you share? What are the pitfalls? What tools are most valuable? You mentioned a wood bender, and I have already considered buying one. I plan to spend a long time on this kit. I want it to approach museum quality and be as accurate as I can make it. I have wanted a model of the Portland since 1961, when I first read about it. I am willing to spend the time; hopefully I will live long enough, as I am 74.

     

    Thank you for sharing your photos. They will be helpful once I begin. I have never seen photos of the Portland up close, real or model. I will be glad to share my experience, issues, and photos in the future.

     

    I hope we can stay in touch. I have to complete my work area, before I begin my build.

     

    Thank you in advance,

     

    Ed Pospesil

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