The Little World

To throw out the window.

You saved for it, lusted for it, and finally got it. Now you are going to suffer for it. No pain, no gain, so look forward to the next three weeks as a period of unrelieved progress…

First thing- are all the sprue trees there? If not, you can take it back to the shop and demand a refund. This is known as lucking out.

Okay, they are all there. Does the decal sheet look good? So does a potato crisp, and with some makers you would have a better chance of getting crinkle-cut salt and vinegar down on the fuselage than the actual markings. Smiths probably do have an air force, you know.

Clear parts. I mean the ones you can see through – however dimly. Translucent can become transparent if you are prepared to sand, polish, and wax for long enough.

Read the instructions. If you cannot make out whether you are dealing with a Mustang or a mastodon, you have a vintage kit. This may sound awful, but take it as a blessing – you are free of any guilt if you put the propeller on backwards.

Is the colour call-out specific for paints that have not been made since 1953? I know hobby shops that can supply them – unsold stock. You use a pipe wrench to get the cap unscrewed. Do not sniff the contents or death may ensue.
And remember, if you finish it the club rak will tell you that it is the wrong shade of green.