And it's HELLO from me

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AD Sparrow
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And it's HELLO from me

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Hello all!

I have been a 'guest' here for a while, and I like what I see!

I am interested in all models 'odd', and that is where I have got my moniker from:-

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Hopefully the pic will show, it is one of my favourite aircraft, the AD Sparrow scout from WW1. It was my first scratch build, and I loved doing it as it was so weird. It was in 1/48th, and the only aftermarket were the engine, transfers and wheels

I do vacforms (sometimes, but in the past did plenty), a few scratch builds, but love doing things somewhat left-field, and small. My favourite subject is WW1, either aircraft or ships, but do have a tank in the stash too.

I was first introduced to kit building in Aden, in 1964 (ish), when Santa gave me a Fokker Friendship. I was so impatient to get it built, I stuck it together with sellotape. I called it initiative in later life.

I look forward to posting stuff, and getting to 'know' you all.

All the best, Ray
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JohnRatzenberger
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Post by JohnRatzenberger »

Well, a very hearty Welcome Aboard !!!

That is quite an intro, setting the bar high, and now we'll hold you to it :grin:

Being a WW1 person, I am quite fascinated by the aircraft and what you accomplished - maybe you can recreate some of the build steps, with pix, and explain your scratch-build techniques ....
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Welcome to UAMF, Ray!
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Hiya Ray.
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jssel
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Welcome aboard Ray. Please enjoy the stay. Excellent work for sure.
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Welcome aboard. Look forward to seeing more of your work
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Welcome to the forum. Your models sound fascinating. 8-)
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