How many kits do you have on the go at the moment?

[Dave_E]

Guess I’m going to be the only here yet to say “ONE”! 😁 Not to say that after I’m done cutting my teeth on the Lady Nelson I might work on more than 1 build. But right now, every step of my 1st build is a new adventure.  👍

[Glen McGuire]

39 minutes ago, Dave_E said:

Guess I’m going to be the only here yet to say “ONE”! 😁

 

Nope!  I'm right there with you, Dave.  One at a time.  I have several requests/suggested ideas for SIBs piling up but I won't start on a new one till I finish the one I'm working on.   

[rshousha]

On 1/12/2022 at 11:45 AM, ccoyle said:

Once motivation is lost, it's very difficult to get it back -- at least for me.

Interesting note there. As a retailer of kits, I see this on a regular basis. 

 

Another way to ask this question would be, "why are you building models?" 

 

[James H]

On 1/18/2022 at 10:12 PM, allanyed said:

For the cost of those kits one could have purchased a shop of top quality machines and  materials and build models that would be far and away better than any kit, PLUS, there would be hundreds of choices of vessels that few, if any, have ever built before. 

 

 

Please remember that not everyone has the time, inclination or workshop space to produce the parts needed to scratch build. 

 

I know I don't. That's why I'm happy to work on quality kits. I sometimes feel that there are folks on MSW that look down both on kits, and those that build them. 

[ubjs]

Thank you for this RockinBudgie, its good to know your not alone.

My answer to the question is too many and no one finished.

 

But I still have a dream and build something nearly every day, so maybe some day .........

[ubjs]

¨Interesting note there. As a retailer of kits, I see this on a regular basis. 

 

Another way to ask this question would be, "why are you building models?" 

 

Another view of this, is it really that important that you finish the model?

If you have fun and enjoy building why bother if its not finished, but that was maybe what you wrote.

 

I dont have a problem taking up a build that I have left, if I get the inspiration. My ¨problem¨ is that after a while I feel bored and continue with some other building project, a boat or modelrailroading.

 

I dont know if its me or the persons around me that have a problem with me not finishing models, something to think about as well.

Edited April 7, 2022 by ubjs
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[James H]

I have a delayed HMS Victory prototype by Amati, and I'm currently building Vanguard Models' Ranger fisher. 

 

Ranger will be done soon, then it's onto Indefatigable. 

 

There is a Mary Rose lurking in the background, and Panart's 'Posto di combattimento', but those are ancient projects now, so don't really count until I ever decide to resurrect them. MK's AVOS is also there, and that will be done as soon as time permits.

[CaptnBirdseye]

1 hour ago, ubjs said:

¨Interesting note there. As a retailer of kits, I see this on a regular basis. 

 

Another way to ask this question would be, "why are you building models?" 

 

Another view of this, is it really that important that you finish the model?

If you have fun and enjoy building why bother if its not finished, but that was maybe what you wrote.

 

I dont have a problem taking up a build that I have left, if I get the inspiration. My ¨problem¨ is that after a while I feel bored and continue with some other building project, a boat or modelrailroading.

 

I dont know if its me or the persons around me that have a problem with me not finishing models, something to think about as well.

 

I have to admit, the pleasure, for me, is in the building. However as different things pique my interest at different times, i can tend to stop and start a kit - but for me that's what keeps it fresh and interesting. Just my take....

 

 

18 minutes ago, James H said:

I have a delayed HMS Victory prototype by Amati, and I'm currently building Vanguard Models' Ranger fisher. 

 

Ranger will be done soon, then it's onto Indefatigable. 

 

There is a Mary Rose lurking in the background, and Panart's 'Posto di combattimento', but those are ancient projects now, so don't really count until I ever decide to resurrect them. MK's AVOS is also there, and that will be done as soon as time permits.

 

That's a good job with the Amati Victory, as i REALLY want that but will need to make some room first 😱 lol

[Dave_E]

3 hours ago, James H said:

 

Ranger will be done soon, then it's onto Indefatigable. 

 

I bet I speak for many when I say I’m REALLY looking forward to seeing the Indefatigable come to life! I predict that will be a best seller. 👍😀

[popeye the sailor]

I had to look back to the beginning.........could have sworn I posted on a subject like this a while ago   I am soooooo guilty........I should be locked away and the key thrown away!!!  just an off the cuff guess........I think I have as many as 20 kits in various stages of assembly.  I really should do a roster of them....perhaps I will and post it later.  I could try and come up for an excuse for it,  but it all boils down to whatever is interesting,  or if it has ever been attempted.  kits or scratch build.......makes no difference to me......it all in the eye of the beholder.  a big one for me is looking into the history of kits....it's amazing what you will find.   modeling needs thought.......about your subject and what you've read about it.......molding it into flesh.  tangible to the touch,  and visual to the eye.  the question is........do I act on what I've read?  I put a lot of information on the back burner......my wish list for future modeling........some don't stay hidden for long though.  I have to let some of the monsters out.

   for some,  it is good.   when faced with a problem on one project,  switching to another is a good way to stay busy,  while thinking of the solution.  I'm not one to just sit there and ponder.  for others,  it may not be......and that's good too.  it's not a race and folks like to savor their experiences.  it's all in what you expect from the hobby.......whatever rabbit hole you want to go down,  you've found the right place  

[reklein]

I incentivised myself into finishing my Missouri battleship by comitting to display it in the local library in August. Hopefully life won't get in the way of  that goal.

[Mercator]

Well, just finished a Vanguard Fifie, a Teutonic Knight on horseback and working on a WWI German tank with full interior. Also finished a display case for the Fifie. My plans are to complete the WWI tank in a diorama (will include water!) or should I say a vignette. Next will be the Vanguard Nisha and a display case then a 90 mm Ramses II with his chariot and 2 horses. Like to jump from wood to styrene then metal.

Those Vanguard fishing boats are great for a beginner like myself, the Nisha has a couple runs of ratlines, just enough for practice without going crazy.

[cgguerrero]

On 18/1/2022 at 14:21, Papa said:

Solo tengo 3 disponibles en este momento. Charles W Morgan, Gjoa (Model Shipways barco de casco sólido de Amundson), y los Estados Unidos, (papel). Últimamente solo he estado trabajando en el Morgan.

I have the Charles W. Morgan 1:50 but the instructions and plans have deteriorated due to a humidity problem. If anyone has them I would appreciate it if you could send them to me. Thank you.

[Louie da fly]

Having finished my Winchelsea nef, I'm back to a single model - restoring/repairing the Great Harry I built when I was 17, over 50 years ago. I've committed myself to finish that before I start on my next model, though I have spent much of the time working on two models at the same time, moving from one to the other as I lose interest/get overwhelmed/hit problems.

 

On 3/30/2022 at 7:57 AM, James H said:

Please remember that not everyone has the time, inclination or workshop space to produce the parts needed to scratch build. 

Honestly, there's not all that much sophisticated equipment needed for a scratch build. I've finished two scratch built models (and working on a third) with a very basic set of tools. It would be nice to have a bench saw and a scroll saw, and I do plan to get them in due course, but I can survive without them for the time being (though I have had to get someone else to saw wood into sheets for me).

 

Steven

[Azzoun]

On 3/29/2022 at 4:57 PM, James H said:

 

Please remember that not everyone has the time, inclination or workshop space to produce the parts needed to scratch build. 

 

I know I don't. That's why I'm happy to work on quality kits. I sometimes feel that there are folks on MSW that look down both on kits, and those that build them. 

I can relate to this, the only time I've considered scratch building is to build a subject that doesn't have a decent kit.   I find there's enough scratch building that occurs in building a kit to satisfy that need.   Joshua

[Knocklouder]

For myself just finished  the Santa Maria , a kit, waiting for the new one to arrive 😀  soon I hope going though withdrawal lol  But I am sure for me it's going to be " One ship at a time " lol

[Dave_E]

On 3/29/2022 at 9:32 AM, Dave_E said:

Guess I’m going to be the only here yet to say “ONE”! 😁 Not to say that after I’m done cutting my teeth on the Lady Nelson I might work on more than 1 build. But right now, every step of my 1st build is a new adventure.  👍

Well that lasted a few months. 😆 Since I so boldly stated above, I am working on a wooden ship, a card model airplane, just got done building a plastic model plane with my grandson and am researching scratch building a wooden ship. I guess the old “never say never” might apply. 😆

[javajohn]

It's one ship at a time for me too. I have other hobbies that I turn to when I'm tired of modeling, so I tend not to work on multiple phases of a build at the same time.

[the learner]

Well I have 8 models sitting in drydock in various stages of completion, half are kits and others are scratch and two are waiting on the decision to mast and rig or not!

To me it doesn't matter if your a scratch builder or a kit builder as it takes a certain amount of time and effort to build both and have well represented models, so you all keep up the good work! And remember it does not have to be perfect and correct, it just needs to satisfy you the builder.

Edited January 26, 2023 by the learner

[mtaylor]

Ah resistance was indeed futile.  Plans in the shop for a second scratch build and a kit will be on the way as soon as the weather clears in another part of the country.   I'm not complaining.   Isn't there a rule about having the most models wins at some point? I know I won't win, but that's ok.  LOL.  I just need to screw my head on right and get busy. 

[Knocklouder]

I remember  when I joined  20 months ago I was so over whelmed  with all the amazing  logs and thought never going to happen.  One ship at a time lol now that  I have finished one  I have three on the go One just about finished  , one half way, one waiting for parts. 

      And too make matters worse  I am thinking of the Pegasus  all the time lol.

  This is the funniest, finest  hobby  I every had . My head spins with all the ideas I find here.    

[uss frolick]

None. But I'm about to order VM's HMS Indefatigable. Sir Edward Pellew lives again ...

[modeller_masa]

Countless. It is faster to count ongoing kits. 😭

 

(Pending)

Middle age long house - Stone block - 2 years old

Occre HMS Terror - 1 Year old

Zvezda Kruzenshtern - Plastic kit - 1 year old

Zvezda Atomic powered icebreaker Arktika Project 22220 - Plastic kit - 1 year old

Academy Arleigh Burke - Plastic kit - 1 year old

Academy LCS-2 Independence - Plastic kit - 1 year old

Marisstella Liburnian Monoreme - 6 months old

 

(Ongoing)

Mantua Sergal HMS Bounty 

 

(On pins and needles 😭)

[Landlubber Mike]

16 hours ago, Knocklouder said:

 

 And too make matters worse  I am thinking of the Pegasus  all the time lol.

 

Go for it!  The Pegasus is an absolutely fantastic kit!  Speaking of which, I need to get back to mine!

[Knocklouder]

1 hour ago, Landlubber Mike said:

Go for it!  The Pegasus is an absolutely fantastic kit!  Speaking of which, I need to get back to mine!

Ohh , only if I could . I am so anxious to get back to the Mayflower.  Then I want to build the Nina, follow  by Viking Long Boat, or the Sea of Galalie boat.  Then I should be ready for the Pegasus  lol. And after that I get to buy any model I want LOL