rajjaiswal92 Posted May 7, 2014 Share #1 Posted May 7, 2014 hey guys its great to be among you in this great place iam Raj from India iam new to this hobby and really attracted to it but what ever kit i see just daunts me down it looks way to much can you guys please help me to find a good starting kit i have never built one but would love to get started please help me find a kit which can help make me learn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WackoWolf Posted May 7, 2014 Share #2 Posted May 7, 2014 Brian is right. Weather it is plastic or wood it is still a start, we all started somewhere. rajjaiswal92 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajjaiswal92 Posted May 7, 2014 Author Share #3 Posted May 7, 2014 but which kit should i pick i have no idea as what would be a good kit if you guys can guide me to one i would be ever so greatful to you guys would this be a good kit http://www.hobbylinc.com/htm/cns/cns80566.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulises Victoria Posted May 7, 2014 Share #4 Posted May 7, 2014 (edited) Hell Raj, and See if this can help you. http://www.modelexpo-online.com/Begin_Modeling.asp The Phantom kit is a good one to start, and you can download a practicum for it. A practicum is a step by step instruction that takes you by the hand and guides you through completion. Besides it's designed by Chuck Passaro, who is admin here. Edited May 7, 2014 by Ulises Victoria rajjaiswal92, Landlubber Mike and Azzoun 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajjaiswal92 Posted May 7, 2014 Author Share #5 Posted May 7, 2014 Hell Raj, and See if this can help you. http://www.modelexpo-online.com/Begin_Modeling.asp The Phantom kit is a good one to start, and you can download a practicum for it. A practicum is a step by step instruction that takes you by the hand and guides you through completion. Besides it's designed by Chuck Passaro, who is admin here. thank you sir this was of great help in india there are not many into this hobby hence wanted to start with something easy to get a hang of it also sir if i may ask how are the two kits different (http://www.hobbylinc.com/htm/cns/cns80566.htm) should this be a second project ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulises Victoria Posted May 7, 2014 Share #6 Posted May 7, 2014 Raj: I am sorry I can not answer your question properly, since I am not familiar with either kit. I advise you on the Phantom based on what I see in the web page. Hopefully someone who knows the kits better can send you a better advise. rajjaiswal92 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgbot Posted May 7, 2014 Share #7 Posted May 7, 2014 Before you can walk you must learn to crawl. I would advice a Model Ship ways kit beginner level or Midwest Models Pick something you would be interested jn. Tha way you will no get discouraged. You will receive support and advice from the forum. The only way is to jump right in. David B rajjaiswal92 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Landlubber Mike Posted May 7, 2014 Share #8 Posted May 7, 2014 Like Ulises recommends, I would start with a kit that has a practicum for it (preferably one that is free). I did the Caldercraft Badger, which is rated as a beginner's kit, as my first kit, but I fumbled around quite a bit as I got myself up the learning curve. If I had to do it over, I probably would have started with a kit that had a detailed practicum available for it like the Phantom. rajjaiswal92 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajjaiswal92 Posted May 7, 2014 Author Share #9 Posted May 7, 2014 thanks a lot guys i got what you guys are saying its a great hobby and i better not discourage my self with something to big and with less instructions thanks alot guys i'll order it soon Ulises Victoria 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted May 7, 2014 Share #10 Posted May 7, 2014 Raj, There are a couple of articles here: http://modelshipworldforum.com/ship-model-plans-and-research.php on what to expect in a model kit and on selecting a kit. I hope this will also help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajjaiswal92 Posted May 8, 2014 Author Share #11 Posted May 8, 2014 Guys just one more thing which all glues would i be requiring MEDIUM THIN OR THICK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted May 8, 2014 Share #12 Posted May 8, 2014 Guys just one more thing which all glues would i be requiring MEDIUM THIN OR THICK For a wooden ship model, use wood glue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Pilot Posted May 8, 2014 Share #13 Posted May 8, 2014 First Welcome aboard. That is all ways a tough question. I would recommend Blue Jacket Ship crafters, Yankee Hero. http://www.bluejacketinc.com/kits/yankeehero.htm Everything you need is in the box, tools, paint, and a well written instruction book. It is all included at a very nice price and make a nice model when completed that wont take you years to finish. I built this as my first model and highly recommend it. The folks at Blue Jackets are also great and customer service and support is first rate. Best of luck! jazzchip 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajjaiswal92 Posted May 9, 2014 Author Share #14 Posted May 9, 2014 @blue pilot thank you sir but i live in India and they dint seem to be offering shipping in my country @mtaylor i know its a stupid question but what is the difference between wood glue and thick ca Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulises Victoria Posted May 9, 2014 Share #15 Posted May 9, 2014 (edited) CA is Cyanoacrilate. Also known as superglue, crazy glue and some other names. It's a general use glue, which I don't like, but that's only my opinion. Not sure what brands would be available in your country. Wood glue is a specifically designed glue to bond wood to wood. Known brands are Titebond (my favorite), Elmer's and others .This is called a PVA glue. Is thicker than CA, more like cream consistency and generally yellowish in color. Edited May 9, 2014 by Ulises Victoria rajjaiswal92 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajjaiswal92 Posted May 9, 2014 Author Share #16 Posted May 9, 2014 CA is Cyanoacrilate. Also known as superglue, crazy glue and some other names. It's a general use glue, which I don't like, but that's only my opinion. Not sure what brands would be available in your country. Wood glue is a specifically designed glue to bond wood to wood. Known brands are Titebond, (my favorite) Elmer's and others .This is called a PVA glue. Is thicker than CA, more like cream consistency and generally yellowish in color. thank you sir we do have titebond in our country i'll buy some and experiment with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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