Hello everyone. I'm Martin, "OldMart". I live in Cheshire. UK. At present I'm attempting to build the Caldercraft, HMS Victory. 1/72 scale. Along with other bits and pieces, as we all do. I am a total novice, started for something to occupy my mind, and empty my wallet? As you can imagine I'm a complete novice so any advice will be welcome. Kind regards OldMart.
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Andy the Sheep
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Martin, welcome to this forum.
I had to google for your Victory kit as I never heard of it before... it's a HUGE model! Something to keep your mind, hands, bench and, perhaps, family occupied for a long time.
I'm not in floaty things modelling, but I'm pretty sure you'll find some good and friendly advice here.
Andrea
I had to google for your Victory kit as I never heard of it before... it's a HUGE model! Something to keep your mind, hands, bench and, perhaps, family occupied for a long time.
I'm not in floaty things modelling, but I'm pretty sure you'll find some good and friendly advice here.
Andrea
Thanks Andrea. Just me messing things up I'm afraid, but it's all good fun and a huge learning curve.️Martin, welcome to this forum.
I had to google for your Victory kit as I never heard of it before... it's a HUGE model! Something to keep your mind, hands, bench and, perhaps, family occupied for a long time.
I'm not in floaty things modelling, but I'm pretty sure you'll find some good and friendly advice here.
Andrea
Mark1
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Welcome
..... and it's a warm welcome from me too Mart,(you don't need the "old" bit mate....most of us on here are knocking on a bit!! 
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I look forward to seeing you around the parish,as for questions.... just ask away....SOMEONE will always pop up with the answer,or suggestions
Don't pay too much heed to the "novice" thing either.... as long as you're enjoying whatever you're making, that's all that counts
Cheers,
Andy
),I look forward to seeing you around the parish,as for questions.... just ask away....SOMEONE will always pop up with the answer,or suggestions
Don't pay too much heed to the "novice" thing either.... as long as you're enjoying whatever you're making, that's all that counts
Cheers,
Andy
Thanks Andy. That's encouraging. Enjoy! Martin..... and it's a warm welcome from me too Mart,(you don't need the "old" bit mate....most of us on here are knocking on a bit!!
I look forward to seeing you around the parish,as for questions.... just ask away....SOMEONE will always pop up with the answer,or suggestions
Don't pay too much heed to the "novice" thing either.... as long as you're enjoying whatever you're making, that's all that counts
Cheers,
Andy
Welcome aboard Martin. I am a big fan of those old three masted ship models. I don't think I would have the patience to tackle Victory now but I have built several others in the past. Looking forward to seeing your progress.
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Jim R
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A warm welcome, Martin, to a great forum. As Andy says there are quite a few more mature modellers here. We try to keep the young 'uns in check as best we can. We are a very friendly, welcoming bunch so join in and have fun.
I look forward to seeing your Caldercraft Victory. It will be a long, slow build but the end result will be stunning. I built a cross section of the Victory a year or so ago and that took almost 12 months.
I look forward to seeing your Caldercraft Victory. It will be a long, slow build but the end result will be stunning. I built a cross section of the Victory a year or so ago and that took almost 12 months.
Cheers Jim. Got to get to grips with taking photos? Martin
I've got the cross section on top of my wardrobe. Thanks Jim.
Thanks Pete. Everyone seems very friendly. I think I will enjoy the company. Where will I find advice on putting photos on? Kind regards Martin.
Andy T
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Welcome Martin.
As you type a reply there are several icons across the top. Press the one that looks like a landscape picture (near the middle) and follow your nose.
That will allow you to either upload them for the site to store, or link to them if you have them displayed elsewhere, but most of us upload straight here.
As you type a reply there are several icons across the top. Press the one that looks like a landscape picture (near the middle) and follow your nose.
That will allow you to either upload them for the site to store, or link to them if you have them displayed elsewhere, but most of us upload straight here.
simontie
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Welcome, and far out i never new that you could add media that way everyday as they say!!!
Some of us are a-bit bonkers but it helps
simon
Some of us are a-bit bonkers but it helps
simon
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Martin,
welcome to the forum. The Victory in 1/72? You need a large area to work on that, let alone display it! I did a few plank on frame ships last century, I found that I had difficulty in keeping up the commitment to such long term projects. I prefer the plastic variety now. You'll find a large cross section of model makers here, from beginner to expert, and the whole genre of models. Any questions on techniques, material, sources, ask away - someone will have an answer!
Dave
welcome to the forum. The Victory in 1/72? You need a large area to work on that, let alone display it! I did a few plank on frame ships last century, I found that I had difficulty in keeping up the commitment to such long term projects. I prefer the plastic variety now. You'll find a large cross section of model makers here, from beginner to expert, and the whole genre of models. Any questions on techniques, material, sources, ask away - someone will have an answer!
Dave
Thanks Andy. I will have a go, but please bear with me. Kind regards Martin
Again thanks Dave. It's great, so many friendly people. Keep safe Martin.
Thanks miniHi Marty! Glad you found us.....we all started somewhere so Welcome to the "nut house" and jump in the water's fine!!