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SGTJKJ
#041
Joined: July 20, 2006
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Posted: Wednesday, November 05, 2014 - 01:35 AM UTC
I am in. No idea which version or markings yet. There are so many cool color schemes to choose from.
woltersk
Joined: May 27, 2003
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Posted: Wednesday, November 05, 2014 - 04:12 PM UTC
I'm on the road again and took some of the more mundane kit parts along to cut, file, and clean up whilst watching TV in the hotel room. Got the road wheels done over the last two nights and hope to work on the swing arms tomorrow.
Keith
Keith
Motives
Joined: October 15, 2013
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Posted: Thursday, November 06, 2014 - 04:20 AM UTC
Got this bad-boy in the mail today. Looks like an awesome kit. Will build OOB
PantherF
Joined: June 10, 2005
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Posted: Thursday, November 06, 2014 - 09:26 AM UTC
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Got this bad-boy in the mail today. Looks like an awesome kit. Will build OOB
Oh, you're not kiddin' about this one Motives! I too have been eying this one and as soon as I'm up and running and feeling good... I'LL BUY ONE!
I need to fill my collection of Panthers... one way or another so, very good choice!
Jeff
Nito74
Joined: March 04, 2008
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Posted: Thursday, November 06, 2014 - 09:36 AM UTC
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I need to fill my collection of Panthers... one way or another so, very good choice!
Jeff
All scales, built and stashed..mmhh how many Panthers so far Jeff ?
PantherF
Joined: June 10, 2005
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Posted: Thursday, November 06, 2014 - 11:07 AM UTC
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All scales, built and stashed..mmhh how many Panthers so far Jeff ?
Not many John. A 1/16 that needs the electronics added and the camo and that Coelian on Darren's Panther Campaign.
But now the operation has come and gone I can concentrate on those wish lists. I know I sold off more than I have now and really wish I hadn't done that but money was needed so off they went.
Plus I have 2 RTR Panthers to build up into a different versions too. Big work!
Jeff
Motives
Joined: October 15, 2013
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Posted: Saturday, November 08, 2014 - 12:29 PM UTC
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Oh, you're not kiddin' about this one Motives! I too have been eying this one and as soon as I'm up and running and feeling good... I'LL BUY ONE!
I need to fill my collection of Panthers... one way or another so, very good choice!
Jeff
I newer kid about german armor
Hopefully all these great looking panthers can help on your recovery
MLD
Joined: July 21, 2002
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Posted: Saturday, November 08, 2014 - 11:47 PM UTC
Hi, I'm Mike and I have a Panther problem...
( waits for everyone to say "Hi Mike...")
I dunno which to build.
life is tough I know...
Been clearning the stash of older kits so probably one of these.
How'd I end up w TWO different Zimm sets? Compulsive model kit accessorizing..ouch
But I am not sure which.
Leaning toward the Flak w Realmodels turret or the F
Pretty into the Dust/Panzer 46 thing these days.
Help!
Do I need a proof of date pic too, or does the pile o shame suffice?
( waits for everyone to say "Hi Mike...")
I dunno which to build.
life is tough I know...
Been clearning the stash of older kits so probably one of these.
How'd I end up w TWO different Zimm sets? Compulsive model kit accessorizing..ouch
But I am not sure which.
Leaning toward the Flak w Realmodels turret or the F
Pretty into the Dust/Panzer 46 thing these days.
Help!
Do I need a proof of date pic too, or does the pile o shame suffice?
PantherF
Joined: June 10, 2005
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Posted: Sunday, November 09, 2014 - 12:59 AM UTC
I just sold my 6382 6403 6268 and 6561 kits a while back.
Jeff
Jeff
MLD
Joined: July 21, 2002
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Posted: Sunday, November 09, 2014 - 01:11 AM UTC
Jeff, You're the campaign guy. I dont get the newspaper, dont watch broadcast tv, and I use my phone for crummy pics.
I suppose I could take a picture of everything piled on a calendar, or trot everything out to the ancient desktop comp and pose a proof of life/date pic.
I get that there are folks who can game the system w older already started builds entered into new campaigns.
What's your call here?
Are these good to go, or do you need another pic?
Mike
I suppose I could take a picture of everything piled on a calendar, or trot everything out to the ancient desktop comp and pose a proof of life/date pic.
I get that there are folks who can game the system w older already started builds entered into new campaigns.
What's your call here?
Are these good to go, or do you need another pic?
Mike
alewar
Joined: December 27, 2006
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Posted: Sunday, November 09, 2014 - 03:17 AM UTC
Hi!
I paint the base for the camo, flat black from "Now" spray can of S.Williams
Sadly "Sofie" its not allowed, I start it before the campaing..now almost done
Regards from the south!
Alvaro
I paint the base for the camo, flat black from "Now" spray can of S.Williams
Sadly "Sofie" its not allowed, I start it before the campaing..now almost done
Regards from the south!
Alvaro
PantherF
Joined: June 10, 2005
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Posted: Sunday, November 09, 2014 - 04:17 AM UTC
Any one of the kits shown ARE acceptable to use. Now if you're asking me if a bulk picture of all your Panther kits are what we need for this Campaign why... I have never been asked that before. The rules usually just require one boxart AND any and all AM parts to be used. Time stamping and dating is optional.
What do you think John? Does this satisfy the spirit of Armoramas requirements?
I don't make up or write the rules, just list them.
Jeff
What do you think John? Does this satisfy the spirit of Armoramas requirements?
I don't make up or write the rules, just list them.
Jeff
MLD
Joined: July 21, 2002
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Posted: Sunday, November 09, 2014 - 04:29 AM UTC
I think you missed the tongue in cheek nature of the orig posting (I've got a panther problem) and the more serious question of if a timestamped picutre was required.
Obviously, I've got a few panthers to build.
All of those in the picture are unstarted, and the few I am mulling over which to use are shown with the sealed parts inside.
Obviously, I've got a few panthers to build.
All of those in the picture are unstarted, and the few I am mulling over which to use are shown with the sealed parts inside.
Nito74
Joined: March 04, 2008
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Posted: Sunday, November 09, 2014 - 06:07 AM UTC
Yes Mike, you have a Panther problem...
I'm ok with that Mike, just go ahead and build something
For your Panther A use the ATAK, it's great Zimm I used it on a Tiger it worked great.
The PE Zimm, I used on a Tamyia Panther, it looked good but it was very easy to damage it.
Jeff, too bad you sold your Panthers, the 6403 is a little gem !
I'm ok with that Mike, just go ahead and build something
For your Panther A use the ATAK, it's great Zimm I used it on a Tiger it worked great.
The PE Zimm, I used on a Tamyia Panther, it looked good but it was very easy to damage it.
Jeff, too bad you sold your Panthers, the 6403 is a little gem !
wedgetail53
Joined: October 02, 2008
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Posted: Sunday, November 09, 2014 - 11:59 AM UTC
G'day fellas
Since when is building Panthers or having several in the stash a problem?
Regards
Rob
Since when is building Panthers or having several in the stash a problem?
Regards
Rob
SGTJKJ
#041
Joined: July 20, 2006
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Posted: Sunday, November 09, 2014 - 04:34 PM UTC
"Hi Mike" 
It is not a problem.it is a lot of cases of joy waiting to be build
Looking forward to see what you go with.
It is not a problem.it is a lot of cases of joy waiting to be build
Looking forward to see what you go with.
MLD
Joined: July 21, 2002
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Posted: Sunday, November 09, 2014 - 07:11 PM UTC
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"Hi Mike"
It is not a problem.it is a lot of cases of joy waiting to be build
Looking forward to see what you go with.
Panther-itis.. a condition whereby model companies release more panther kits faster than I can build them and almost faster than I can BUY them. But I think I am keeping up ok.
Had a hankering to build another AA Panther given that the first build of the Flak panther is over 15yrs old. I think I even cut bridal veil for the fan covers (no PE for me in those days.) Hopefully my skills have improved. It will be an interesting side by side.
Motives
Joined: October 15, 2013
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Posted: Monday, November 10, 2014 - 03:57 AM UTC
Started! Snuck in a few hours today:
Kit is a real treat! (Instructions could not be worse though )
Hopefully I'll get some more done tomorrow
Kit is a real treat! (Instructions could not be worse though
)Hopefully I'll get some more done tomorrow
wedgetail53
Joined: October 02, 2008
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Posted: Monday, November 10, 2014 - 12:15 PM UTC
G'day fellas
No, I haven't been asleep and have been progressing happily along while waiting for the site to come back to life. Some progress photos of the Panther D with most of the fiddly bits attached and ready to paint. First an overall view with the wheels mounted on bits of sprue:
Front view
Rear view
Tonight I should have all the wheels and tracks on and ready for weathering.
Regards
Rob
No, I haven't been asleep and have been progressing happily along while waiting for the site to come back to life. Some progress photos of the Panther D with most of the fiddly bits attached and ready to paint. First an overall view with the wheels mounted on bits of sprue:
Front view
Rear view
Tonight I should have all the wheels and tracks on and ready for weathering.
Regards
Rob
PantherF
Joined: June 10, 2005
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Posted: Monday, November 10, 2014 - 02:44 PM UTC
I know the website's been funky here lately but we would never hold that against anyone, even if it wasn't. No hurries, no pressure, just have fun and take your time... your progress is further along than I expected. And looking good too!
But what's the deal with the time stamping of 7-11-2014?
ALL of you guys... the pics and progress is great.
Jeff
But what's the deal with the time stamping of 7-11-2014?
ALL of you guys... the pics and progress is great.
Jeff
ZAPanzer
Joined: September 12, 2012
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Posted: Monday, November 10, 2014 - 03:17 PM UTC
Hi Jeff
If you're referring to the Date format, here in South Africa we use the same the date format, on the photo the date is 7 November 2014. If you're not referring to that then please ignore me .
Cheers Rob
If you're referring to the Date format, here in South Africa we use the same the date format, on the photo the date is 7 November 2014. If you're not referring to that then please ignore me .
Cheers Rob
PantherF
Joined: June 10, 2005
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Posted: Monday, November 10, 2014 - 03:20 PM UTC
Duh. I do apologize as I meant nothing but only to enquirer because there would be others too. So please ignore me. It was 4:30 AM and my brain wasn't clicking just right.
Thanks for the reality check... carry on with the great work buddy.
Jeff
Thanks for the reality check... carry on with the great work buddy.
Jeff
ZAPanzer
Joined: September 12, 2012
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Posted: Monday, November 10, 2014 - 04:08 PM UTC
No need to apologize, I get done in by the US format at work on a regular basis.
Cheers
Rob
Cheers
Rob
wedgetail53
Joined: October 02, 2008
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Posted: Tuesday, November 11, 2014 - 02:55 AM UTC
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But what's the deal with the time stamping of 7-11-2014?
Jeff
The time stamp is added automatically by the camera, and no, it's not 11 July - down here at the normal end of the world we put the day first, then the month.
Regards
Rob
PantherF
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Posted: Tuesday, November 11, 2014 - 02:55 AM UTC
Here are the parts I will START with, but are subject to change. Which means I might add or subtract a few here and there but this is the baseline for my Panther II.
So, all I need to do is get out the saw, make a few cuts and be on my way. I will initially start with the Friuls but heard the kits might be easier? LOL
Jeff
So, all I need to do is get out the saw, make a few cuts and be on my way. I will initially start with the Friuls but heard the kits might be easier? LOL
Jeff
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