If I am starting model building , should I start my first battleship with this model or another ? ( if another please tell me the name )
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this was a good one to start. My 13yr old son had no prob with this being his first ever model.
888381
There are numerous small parts, but I would think this would be a good starter model depending on your age.
888382
Hello there!!! This would be a very good kit to start out model building - especially BATTLESHIPS!!!!! Another good kit to start out with is the Revell kit of the USS MISSOURI battleship. Both kits were released about the same time in the 1950s-1960s, so you will encounter some fit problems; mainly placing the deck into position. I built both kits when I was young and built them again as I have gotten older. They were fun to built both times!!! Hope this helps out and hope you enjoy building 1 or the other or BOTH kits!!!!!!!!! James
888383
This is a great model to start with. The only problem I had was attaching the hull (the two largest pieces). They were a little warped and didn't want to fit together perfectly. I ended up using super glue for a quicker bond, then using several layers of model glue with clamps. Otherwise, this was fun & easy!
888384
From my 10-yr old son: It was not to hard for me but I left out the rigging and paint. the antennas also fell off and I re-glued them.
434766
I think this is a good starter kit. I would buy this, play with it some, and get a feel for what kind of tracks you like to build, and then buy what you need. I do find that my boys want to use the turn track and I always am wanting for more of the double female or double male attachments to hook them up to it. It only comes with two of each and you require at least double that for it to work out well.
174362
What I did was build more lego x-wings and tie fighters. We also have a toy Millennium Falcon that is perfect size, and I made an empyreal ship with equal stats as the Millennium Falcon. You can print cards off images from the internet. Give everyone 2 or 3 ships. If you don't find this too cheesy you and your friends can expand the game for free that way.
2283769
Yes definitely paint it before you put it together. You should also consider drilling out the port holes with a drill. I did this and it makes my model look real. I also bought 2 small LCD lights and put them in the model and when I turn them on it looks like the real snip. Very cool looking. Just take your time with it. Good luck
178472
Yes, I think you could start with the B29 Superfortress because it's a larger model than most, which makes it easier to deal with. Be patient while working on your first model...it takes manual dexterity and diligence to complete a model such as the B29 Superfortress. Then you can work on the B-17 next, which is smaller. Hope this helps.
598768
It depends on a couple of things, like how much painting you want to do and how comfortable you are with painting and gluing small parts and details. If you've never built a model before, I'd start with something a little simpler, like Revell's P-51D Mustang, a famous WWII fighter, or their F-18 Hornet, both in 1:48 scale. Planes are much simpler, larger parts and fewer of them. The Missouri was fairly difficult, has a LOT of small parts and a lot of detail painting, plus rigging with thread for radio antenna and signal flags if you want. If you're inclined towards ships, a submarine or PT boat would be a better choice for starters. Revell also has a line of snap together models (SnapTite) that are good entry level models, have decals, and can be painted. Revell's website &lt;www.revell.com&gt; lists all their models, and has a "getting started" page that is helpful. Good Luck!
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It depends on the pieces you use. My son had built the helicopter and had pieces left over to build a trinket of his imagination. I do not believe it will build two of the models shown because of the pieces. If you have not bought this set yet I must tell you it is amazing - the pieces are made of real steal and tools. The equipment pieces are amazing. It is one of those things where you cannot regret AT ALL!
947576
If you're new to model building, I suggest 10 and above with some adult supervision. There is some painting and gluing involved. Model glue can be messy.
155008
This might be a bit too complex for a first model. I would suggest one of the Snap-Tite kits that are also available on Amazon. The F/A-18E will be a good kit after the young modeler has assembled a few of the simpler kits first.
263858
I've never built it in that configuration but I've seen it done that way by other modelers so my answer is yes. Just by looking at my kit I dont see why not, I even think it's easier that way :)
1803703
Hi John,I wish I could remember what happened with the boat. I may have even returned it. We were looking for Remote Control boats, and had ordered some others as well. We ended up keeping 2 - German Bismarck Military Battleship and Challenger Warship Aircraft Carrier. Minor assembly for each (guns and such), and a rechargeable battery (lasts about half an hour, I think). Both are able to be operated together in the swimming pool. The kids have fun with them, but fingers need to be far from the propellers so they don't get cut off when the boats are activated. Take care, Christine
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this is not a beginner plane. I strongly recommend finding an AMA qualified field and instrustor to teach you how to fly first. If you have the basics down, then invest in one of the new Spektrum radios. I have the DX6 and it will bind to an infinate number of planes. The radio is only $200 and well worth the investment. I currently have 10 planes and 4 hellicoptors bound to it, not to mentions real flight similator. Sorry for my mispells, it is late in the evening for me. If you are truly new to the hobby, please buy a trainer first and find an instrustor. This hobby can be dangerous and I would hate to be banned because of a newbie decapatating a pedestrian. this is not a beginner plane. I strongly recommend finding an AMA qualified field and instrustor to teach you how to fly first. If you have the basics down, then invest in one of the new Spektrum radios. I have the DX6 and it will bind to an infinate number of planes. The radio is only $200 and well worth the investment. I currently have 10 planes and 4 hellicoptors bound to it, not to mentions real flight similator. Sorry for my mispells, it is late in the evening for me. If you are truly new to the hobby, please buy a trainer first and find an instrustor. This hobby can be dangerous... » Read More this is not a beginner plane. I strongly recommend finding an AMA qualified field and instrustor to teach you how to fly first. If you have the basics down, then invest in one of the new Spektrum radios. I have the DX6 and it will bind to an infinate number of planes. The radio is only $200 and well worth the investment. I currently have 10 planes and 4 hellicoptors bound to it, not to mentions real flight similator. Sorry for my mispells, it is late in the evening for me. If you are truly new to the hobby, please buy a trainer first and find an instrustor. This hobby can be dangerous and I would hate to be banned because of a newbie decapatating a pedestrian. « Show Less
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Hello Brenda, skill 3 is for experienced model builders, skill 1 &2 are good for first timers who have never built a model before..a person with good hand eye skills, patience and ability to follow directions could do a skill 3..there are 5 skill levels, 5 being the most demanding..hope this helps..:)
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Hi Dleef, with this set you only can build one model at the same time, there are not enough pieces to build two or more models simultaneously.
178474
This is a greet model. I started with this and built 3. You will not go wrong with this model.
174369
I meant to add that you will definitely need to invest in a few core sets (2-4 of them), along with several expansion ships to have a big force on both sides but totally worth it and a lot of fun!!!
1549558
Ok, so I am new to the RC boat world and wondered the very same thing. There is plenty of room in the hull for expansion it would appear. The boat does well with what it came with and is a great starter boat for my 7 year old, I would love to see a lot more speed and Batt. Life. We get about 5 Minutes of runtime with the factory setup.