Blitzbau XVIII *** Complete/Archived ***

[JohnRatzenberger]

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[Arcwelder]

I've got four or five lined up for this.. can't wait.

[jssel]

I am on board and will Mod it John. We can go Jan 30-Feb 28 to catch the weekends or Feb 1 to Feb29. No problems either way.


Existing Rules.

1. Blitzbau. A Signature UAMF Group Build.
-- Each participant is expected to complete a kit of their choice, to a standard of their choosing, in a 24-hour period, with periodic (hourly or so) photo updates. There is a 'senior' (or 'wuss') option that allows the 24-hours to be split into two roughly equal periods with not more than 12 hours, preferably less, between them. There are no exceptions, excuses, extensions.
-- Extra non-credit is given for the clock used, food and drink consumed, music and videos, and other events in/around the work area.
-- We usually run a Blitzbau in February and in August. They are a month-long to enable participants to schedule their 'blitz' (or blitzes) when most convenient.
-- A Blitzbau is all about participation and chatter from everyone, not just those who might be blitz-ing. It's fun .... try it out, just don't try too much the first time … But it is also fun to push your limits.
-- The key to a Blitzbau is Planning.
-- You can look at your model all you want to beforehand; the instructions, the parts, the painting & decaling.
-- Write down a simple plan, the kit instruction sequence may not be ideal for a Blitz format.
-- Ensure you have all the useable paint, the tools, the glues, the aftermarket you need -- before the clock starts.
-- The key is time management; everything counts. Don't forget that you have to make regular progress posts with pictures and interact with other folks blitzing at the same time.

[Gregers]

I've missed out on the last few blitzbau so I'm in. going through the stash soon to find a victim.

All the best.

Greg

[jssel]

Great. Nice to have you aboard. I am doing a Canadian theme this time complete with some musical interludes.

[Gregers]

Great. Nice to have you aboard. I am doing a Canadian theme this time complete with some musical interludes.

A 'themed' blitzbau. There's an idea we could run with. I'm still undecided as to what to build. I may leave my comfort zone and do something other than an aircraft. Not saying that's what I'll do, it's just a maybe.

All the best.

Greg

[jssel]

Well at least my choice is a Canadian P51(New Airfix) and Canadian artists. Still working on a playlist but expect BTO, Rush, Guess Who and some others. Taking a break from the Grumman Cats.

[JohnRatzenberger]

I just lost the last 1/3 of the month and the first 2/3 aren't pretty, but I have missed out on the last couple for the same reasons and I really want to get back in the habit -- maybe not as challenging as I used to do, but at least get the Blitzbau juices going again ....

I have a number of choices, but perhaps the new 1/350 K-class submarine by Mikr Mir would be a good one ...

[Old_Tonto]

Is it that time of year again? I will see what I can organise although I'm supposed to have an operation some day soon. I'll try to get the blitzbau house organised if I can.

I'm long overdue a Spitfire build.

[jssel]

Good to have you aboard O-T. Sure you can find something or other to build.

[iggie]

I will try and have a go at this this year.....I've been looking for an excuse to dig out that 1/24th Tiffie

I think though I will attempt something a little smaller and simpler for my first go at a blitzbau

[mjatx]

Count me in. I've got a Mig-15 and a Spitfire I think will be up for the job...hopefully, I am too.

[JohnRatzenberger]

Your forum is open here.

Enjoy !!!