We see it all the time, someone has a problem and another member helps out and the first member posts his thank you here. Well, here goes. A month ago I made a joke to Garry BEEBEE about someone giving him a bunch of kits to do a 350 scale HOrnet. Told him I needed 2 more planes to complete my compliment of B-25's. They were in the mail 2 days later. Just recently I asked for help trying to enlarge some line drawings of the Bsmarck. I have had no less than 3 people help me with this. So thanks to Ladymodeller (Sara) , Moezilla and Keith Magee. For that . Oh and from the mass buy of the Hobby Lobby, Keith Middelton
Who despite pouring down, flooding rain in Houston was abe to pick up a Tamiya T-55 kit for me. This is what separates us from the other web sites. While they have their merits, this one has more of a kinship bond than any of the others
Modeling in General
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General discussions about modeling topics.
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What kind of club is this?
blaster76
Member Since: September 15, 2002
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Posted: Friday, June 18, 2004 - 07:07 AM UTC
MEBM
Member Since: July 19, 2003
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Posted: Friday, June 18, 2004 - 07:29 AM UTC
Amen! One wouldn't believe what I've gotten from this site, just out of the goodness of peoples' hearts! 
Thanks for your time. 
Thanks for your time. 
cfbush2000
Member Since: December 01, 2001
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Posted: Friday, June 18, 2004 - 07:57 AM UTC
Absolutly true. I've had people come to my aid time after time. From information, pictures and advice to parts and finding kits. But the very best thing is the encouragement we all give each other. This is a truely outstanding group of people. 
Chuck
Chuck
powerlogik
Member Since: March 31, 2002
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Posted: Friday, June 18, 2004 - 05:28 PM UTC
Absolutelly agree here.....while i'm quite new to all things modelling i don't have any concerns about asking dum questions and showing off pictures of my disasters or pride of joys. Many people in different forums may feel quite intimidated in this sort of act but when the encouragment is high among other modellers and critisisms constructive it causes a great atmosphere.
Moezilla
Member Since: June 01, 2004
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Posted: Saturday, June 19, 2004 - 01:11 AM UTC
Not a problem blaster, it's my pleasure to help. I am new here and have been overwhelmed by the amount of assistance, knowledge and pure talent of everyone in their modeling projects. I don't know model building, painting & diorama's yet but I know computers. So I can help out in that way at least, while I harvest as much knowledge as I can from these forums.
I must say, I stumbled upon this forum one day a few weeks ago when I started getting the itch to get into models again. I was impressed not only by the talent but the 'esprit de corps' that is present here, there's not the backbiting I've seen on other forums on the net. Not just model forums but forums in general, it's a definite nice place for sure!
I must say, I stumbled upon this forum one day a few weeks ago when I started getting the itch to get into models again. I was impressed not only by the talent but the 'esprit de corps' that is present here, there's not the backbiting I've seen on other forums on the net. Not just model forums but forums in general, it's a definite nice place for sure!
Sensei
Member Since: October 25, 2003
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Posted: Saturday, June 19, 2004 - 01:21 AM UTC
Well, i cant tell you how much did i gain from this site, first of all, a few very very good friends (although we dont know eachothers in real life), second, a LARGE material help (since i live in a poor country, and dont have too much "modeling money").
So, THANK YOU
Costas (Major_goose)
Engin (Graywolf)
Arthur (Arthur)
and an unknown nick (i lost the name
) who sent me a Paasche Airbrush H for free by mail!!!
Also, special thanks to all other people for sharing their tehniques, giving me advices, references and their support!!!
cheers!
So, THANK YOU
Costas (Major_goose)
Engin (Graywolf)
Arthur (Arthur)
and an unknown nick (i lost the name
) who sent me a Paasche Airbrush H for free by mail!!!Also, special thanks to all other people for sharing their tehniques, giving me advices, references and their support!!!
cheers!
shonen_red
Member Since: February 20, 2003
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Posted: Saturday, June 19, 2004 - 01:28 AM UTC
I must agree with the above post. I remember how I started here and how I am now. I've improved through everyone's help and met a lot of local modelers and foreign alike. If not for this site, I may still be doing crap models :-)
Sealhead
Member Since: May 18, 2003
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Posted: Saturday, June 19, 2004 - 01:41 AM UTC
Add Sealhead to the list og grateful beneficiaries of Armorama. I have only submitted two articles, but I wanted to put something back into the program that has helped me so much.
Kudos to the staff, contributors, and members.
Sealhead
Kudos to the staff, contributors, and members.
Sealhead
Frenchy
Member Since: December 02, 2002
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Posted: Saturday, June 19, 2004 - 02:35 AM UTC
Sorry if I seem to bite the hand that feeds me but I think that Armorama has one big flaw : it's time consuming ! I spend more and more time :
- reading posts (even in the forums that are not directly related to the subjects I prefer ! )
-reading reviews and other articles
- asking questions (even quite odd ones sometimes) because I'm sure I will get an answer. To say the truth, out of the 75 questions I have posted since Dec 02, 2002, only 2 have remained unanswered IIRC..
- answering posts every time I can even if my "reference library" is rather small
- following links of interest that are given here and there
- watching pics in the Gallery section
...etc..etc..
THAN ACTUALLY BUILDING KITS !!
So thanks to all who have helped me to become "Armoramaddicted" ! And thanks in advance to those who will help me in the future !
Armorama rules !
Frenchy
- reading posts (even in the forums that are not directly related to the subjects I prefer ! )
-reading reviews and other articles
- asking questions (even quite odd ones sometimes) because I'm sure I will get an answer. To say the truth, out of the 75 questions I have posted since Dec 02, 2002, only 2 have remained unanswered IIRC..
- answering posts every time I can even if my "reference library" is rather small
- following links of interest that are given here and there
- watching pics in the Gallery section
...etc..etc..
THAN ACTUALLY BUILDING KITS !!
So thanks to all who have helped me to become "Armoramaddicted" ! And thanks in advance to those who will help me in the future !
Armorama rules !
Frenchy
RIMA
Member Since: September 08, 2002
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Posted: Saturday, June 19, 2004 - 06:23 AM UTC
Quoted Text
Sorry if I seem to bite the hand that feeds me but I think that Armorama has one big flaw : it's time consuming ! I spend more and more time :
- reading posts (even in the forums that are not directly related to the subjects I prefer ! )
-reading reviews and other articles
- asking questions (even quite odd ones sometimes) because I'm sure I will get an answer. To say the truth, out of the 75 questions I have posted since Dec 02, 2002, only 2 have remained unanswered IIRC..
- answering posts every time I can even if my "reference library" is rather small
- following links of interest that are given here and there
- watching pics in the Gallery section
...etc..etc..
THAN ACTUALLY BUILDING KITS !!
You need to get in touch with the AA ( Anonimous Armoratics )
:-) 
Sabot
Member Since: December 18, 2001
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Posted: Saturday, June 19, 2004 - 12:51 PM UTC
It's the type of place that if you live in the right area and know the right person you could have some access to modern US armor and perhaps even get a ride in an Abrams or M113A3.
DRAGONWAGON
Member Since: February 05, 2003
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Posted: Thursday, July 08, 2004 - 12:25 AM UTC
I'm proud to be a member of the fantastic ArmoramA family!!
It's good to help, and to get help when one needs it!!
Please, let's keep it this way, John.
It's good to help, and to get help when one needs it!!
Please, let's keep it this way, John.
animal
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Posted: Thursday, July 08, 2004 - 12:38 AM UTC
Quoted Text
It's the type of place that if you live in the right area and know the right person you could have some access to modern US armor and perhaps even get a ride in an Abrams or M113A3.
If your lucky to live next to Rob this too could be good. I have been helped on many occasions by the our family here. The biggest was in the help in finishing the Brutus Diorama for the Museum. With out the membership here at the "Big A" I don't think that I could have completed it in a way that it should have been. Thanks all again a thousand times.
nato308
Member Since: October 23, 2003
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Posted: Thursday, July 08, 2004 - 12:51 AM UTC
Although I may not always agree with everyone's point of view on all subjects, I have been impressed with this site. I am glad to be a proud supporter of such a great website, and make good friends with people who share a common interest, I have not been let down yet.
ave
Member Since: March 24, 2003
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Posted: Thursday, July 08, 2004 - 12:52 AM UTC
Agreed, i have asked for some decals before, and members have mailed them all the way to this part of the world(thx again armoredsprue)
Keep up the work guys
Keep up the work guys
garrybeebe
Member Since: November 24, 2003
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Posted: Thursday, July 08, 2004 - 01:09 AM UTC
Your very welcome Steve !
I remember back to the first time out of many that I was given a helping hand. I had found a 1/72 B-52 Bomber at a yard sale for 15 cents. The kit was all there exept for the decals, which were toast! I mentioned this on a forum, next thing I know, I get a e-mail with the person saying he had a set and they were mine if I wanted them. Well I recieved them in the mail with a letter! In the letter he told me that he only exspected one thing from me. And that was for me to pass on the good favor ! And that we modelers need to help each other out, thats the way our great hobby grows!
So since that time I try to offer help when ever I can. But do you know what? I have recieved a lot more help then what I have given! It all works out for the good.
Folks here at Armorama Rock!
Cheers,
Garry
I remember back to the first time out of many that I was given a helping hand. I had found a 1/72 B-52 Bomber at a yard sale for 15 cents. The kit was all there exept for the decals, which were toast! I mentioned this on a forum, next thing I know, I get a e-mail with the person saying he had a set and they were mine if I wanted them. Well I recieved them in the mail with a letter! In the letter he told me that he only exspected one thing from me. And that was for me to pass on the good favor ! And that we modelers need to help each other out, thats the way our great hobby grows!
So since that time I try to offer help when ever I can. But do you know what? I have recieved a lot more help then what I have given! It all works out for the good.
Folks here at Armorama Rock!
Cheers,
Garry
thebear
Member Since: November 15, 2002
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Posted: Thursday, July 08, 2004 - 03:39 AM UTC
I have to agree , this is THE place I enjoy the most on the net ...I feel like I can help people out and I'm not afraid of making a mistake .. I have made some great friends in here .Thanks again Armorama! 
Rick
Rick
tazz
Member Since: July 21, 2002
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Posted: Thursday, July 08, 2004 - 08:11 AM UTC
we are like a band of brothers here.
i get help all the time and i help other people out.
my modeling skills got some much better.
because of asking and looking at others models
i get help all the time and i help other people out.
my modeling skills got some much better.
because of asking and looking at others models
cardinal
Member Since: October 05, 2003
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Posted: Thursday, July 08, 2004 - 10:51 AM UTC
Quoted Text
we are like a band of brothers here.
i get help all the time and i help other people out.
my modeling skills got some much better.
because of asking and looking at others models
Agreed! I would also like to take this oppurtunity to thank Grumpyoldman (Dave O'Meara) for his help especially with the PE set & everybody here for all the tips & techniques.
MrRoo
Member Since: October 07, 2002
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Posted: Thursday, July 08, 2004 - 11:31 AM UTC
Quoted Text
we are like a band of brothers here.
i get help all the time and i help other people out.
my modeling skills got some much better.
because of asking and looking at others models
I too have to agree with this. I have a lot of information to share and I feel that if I ignore a cry for help that I can give then I am letting the side down.
Others helped me in my early days and still give me the encouragement to keep going with my models.
So come one, come all let the sharing continue
Shinano
Member Since: January 30, 2003
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Posted: Tuesday, July 13, 2004 - 05:06 AM UTC
Yup, a great bunch of folks! Got SO much help just for asking. Needed plans for a DC-130 (none in the box) arrived at my door step within a week.They even help dispite my bone head questions! :-)
Keep modeling, great sit , great people..
pfc
#333
Member Since: October 13, 2002
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Posted: Tuesday, July 13, 2004 - 02:01 PM UTC
I too am very greatfull to have armorama and the great people here. I guess Ive been around here for almost two years now. I have not posted alot, and when I did, It was usually questions and to show off my work for a little encouragment which I received and it really gave great confidence in my work. But now it feels great to have aquired the knowledge from what I would call the best modlers and modeling site around.Now I am trying to help out other beginners any way I can. I give great thanks to all armorama staff, moderators of the forums, and the other great people here who help out.
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