'An Unfortunate Incident' April/ June G.B. Completed

[spanner570]

This is the B.B.C. 1 o'clock News.....

There was an embarrasing occurance yesterday at an undisclosed I.S.A.F. base in Southern Afghanistan when a truck was stolen from the M.T.U. section.

Luckily it was spotted speeding away and a squad was sent out to retrieve it.

It was found shortly after, abandoned in a small hamlet not far from the base.

Nothing was stolen, but the thieves tried to smash the laminate windscreen. The owner of the property where the vehicle was abandoned, saw nothing and refused to come out of his house.

A Forces spokesman said...

"Probably just a couple of lads wanting to get home after going to the cinema!"

Bit far fetched, I know but.......

The players:-

One scratch built house made from Polystyrene.

One Revell 1/35 Unimog + one scratch made laminate windscreen!

One set of modern infantry from I.C.M.

One black cat.

One obligatory bucket!

I hope you like this offering and thanks for looking in during the building of the three elements to this diorama.

Here are some pictures of the finished model.

Cheers all,

Ron

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[Gern]

Yet another little cracker Ron! I don't know how you manage to keep coming up with these wonderful ideas. Another *****

Gern

PS Where are the blue sheep?

 

[Centurion3RTR]

So much to look at Ron, love it mate. That UNIMOG is spot on, and i see a cat is in there too, is that the new bucket lol? Anyways, five stars bud and keep havin' fun.

Have fun, John

 

[spanner570]

Thanks so much for the big 5 fellas, and the very kind complements.

Dave, the bloke on picket duty in the animal enclosure has bumped the sheep off and shoved them in the Unimog and the two soldiers at the front door are enquiring as to the availability of some mint sauce!!!

Yes John, one new bucket. Couldn't find the old one!

Cheers boys,

Ron

 

[geegad]

real nice ron where do you start the building i love that you built it yourself even though you would think that it is shop built

love the weathering on the truck 5 star and the men have a real life stance 5 BIG ONES !!!!!!

JOHN

oh love the bucket always got to bucket

 

[Ian M]

Great stuff Ron.

Loads for the eye to find as it is lead around the scene.

You sure do have a way with dioramas!

Yet another 5 stars!!!

Ian M

 

[Boldman]

Excellent stuff, really enjoyed following the build.

 

[spanner570]

Thank you all for your great posts on this diorama. I'm really chuffed by all the positive comments.

Anyone interested in a 'Slack' windscreen?!!!

Cheers,

Ron

 

[noble]

And a big 5 stars from me as well top notch mate love it.

scott

 

[phalinmegob]

top notch fella

 

[spanner570]

Thanks Scott for the big 5 and Andrew too for your positive post. I appreciate them both....

Cheers,

Ron

 

[Greg147]

Excellent work on this one Ron (as always, of course ). Well detailed, and just the right amount of items for the space used. The weathering is top notch as well. It's amazing what you can do with the materials you use.

What figures have you used, by the way? Do I see a retro M-60 and some M-16s in there?

 

[treyzx10r]

Great Dio with a lot going on ,but not so much that its cluttered. Nicely done Ron,the story is great too.

 

[wanna_be_aviator]

You have a way of making your scenes look real. I'm always impressed with your work! Here in SA we have a 6 star classification so you take it!

Cheers

 

[Fenlander]

I am embarking on a load of desert related projects and this superb drama is going to be a really good reference point for me. Stunning as always Ron

 

[spanner570]

Just a quick thank you to the above for your very nice compliments....

Greg, they are the I.C.M. 1/35 Elite Force set. Sorry I can't confirm the weaponry as I've slung the box and instructions!!

Marcos, 6 stars!! brilliant, thanks ever so much. I am humbled you think this dio. worthy of the S.A. big one, cheers!

Ron

 

[Caledonia]

Hi Ron, another fantastic dio, still brushing the sand off my cloths after looking at your photos. 5 Star from me too

 

[stona]

I'm with everyone else,another little cracker. I always love your dioramas Ron,you've got some imagination and the skill to realise your ideas.

Stars? How many do you want? You can have the lot!

Cheers

Steve

 

[spanner570]

This is the B.B.C. World Service.........

The four man squad who found the stolen Unimog have today been commended for their quick action in recovering the vehicle. Also the polite way they interrogated the owner of the house.

Not only have they all been promoted, but have been told that although they still have two months tour of duty left, they can go home immediately.(To one of the 40 odd countries currently with the I.S.A.F. in Afghanistan)

Squad leader, Lt. Van R. Suppards asked if he could have the cat, but his C.O. declined his request.

So here is a picture taken by the Regimental photographer of the squad at the scene of the incident. Each member of the squad is to receive a copy of the picture signed by Robby Williams, who performed at the International base the previous week......

Just a bit of fun,

Cheers,

Ron

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[Gern]

Let's hope they're not coming back to good old England!

I can picture the scene when they get back to their base to be welcomed by their local MP:

"Hello boys! Fabulous job you've done out there. To save you any worries, I've had your P45s completed for you and here's your bus fare home. I'd love to stay and chat but I've got expenses forms to fill in!"

Gern

PS Love your zany ideas Ron!