Narampa Posted May 3, 2014 Report Share Posted May 3, 2014 Hello everyone After a lot of years I have returned to modeling. I started out building airfix 49 cent models that came in a bag. I would go to the local hardware store with my 50 cent allowance and sit in front of a big box on the floor and paw through the choices. The ones that I remember the most were the Lysander and the Beaufighter. Building out of the box is all we could do. The models that came in boxes were around $3.50 and it was a rare birthday or Christmas that I got one. My favorite was a Willys Gasser and one from Hodges Dodges I think it was a 1964. I moved to RC aircraft than in time I bought full scale aircraft and flew wheels floats and skis. Had a great time for about 20 years. And than I discovered that if I was going to retire and return to a hobby that gave me the satisfaction I knew I would have to change my lifestyle. So here I am with great memories but very egear to build models. Cars of the 50s and 60s are my favorite and of course aircraft. I will be joining the local IPMS club in the near future. Narampa a 62 year old Grandpa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghodges Posted May 3, 2014 Report Share Posted May 3, 2014 "Old man, look at my life; I'm a lot like you were"....... Sorry, I lapsed into Neil Young for a moment! :P Welcome to the forums Lawrence and back to the hobby! You'll find a lot of company here with similar stories, and the grandkids to match! Look forward to seeing your stuff! GIL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Aldrich Posted May 4, 2014 Report Share Posted May 4, 2014 Welcome and enjoy the Return!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aAzZ09 Posted May 4, 2014 Report Share Posted May 4, 2014 Welcome Lawrence. You're "talking 'bout my generation" ! I've building models since 1955. If anyone tells me that I look like Walter Matthau these days, I consider it a compliment !!!!!!!! Ha! Best wishes and happy modeling, Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Narampa Posted May 4, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 4, 2014 You guys are too kind and yes I am looking forward to building something also. The first might be a bit scary! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Deliduka Posted May 14, 2014 Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 Welcome Lawrence and welcome back to the Hobby. Don't worry about what the first one looks like; we were all there once. Feel free to post here; we all would love to see where you are at. Don't hesitate to ask for any help you feel you may need; these are the friendliest and most helpful guys anywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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