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Hello from Illinois
Posted: Fri Jan 14, 2022 4:55 pm
by StuG Life
Hi, me name is Carl. Since I was a kid, I have been interested in German armor from WWII. I’ve loved reading osprey books on them and am an avid player of World of Tanks.
I built a lot of models when I was younger and had thought about RC models for a couple years. I took the plunge last week and purchased a Heng long StuG III. I spent the extra money to get the metal tracks gearbox and wheels.
Now I’m looking online and In books for modeling ideas. Im sure I’ll have a lot of questions for the forum. Looking forward to it.
Carl
Re: Hello from Illinois
Posted: Fri Jan 14, 2022 5:30 pm
by jarndice
Carl hi, Welcome to the Forum
You like Tank Destroyers?
Well there is a wide choice on just German chassis alone in 1/16,
Jagd Panzer/Jagd Panther/Jagd Tiger just for starters and there are lots of good builds to check out if you look through the menu,
We look forward to your questions and please do join in any thread that catches your attention.
Re: Hello from Illinois
Posted: Fri Jan 14, 2022 10:59 pm
by Jimster
Welcome from Southern Illinois! Nice intro.
Re: Hello from Illinois
Posted: Fri Jan 14, 2022 11:17 pm
by Herr Dr. Professor
Greetings from southern Wisconsin, where nothing is really southern at all. There are quite a few books on the Sturmgeschütz III. I think I listed some in the reference section here on RCTW;if not, remind me to do so. In the meanwhile, just in case you have not already done so, check out
https://daviddoylebooks.com/.
Re: Hello from Illinois
Posted: Fri Jan 14, 2022 11:22 pm
by BarryC
Welcome Carl,
You'll find this to be an excellent place to learn and grow!
Barry
Re: Hello from Illinois
Posted: Sat Jan 15, 2022 4:59 pm
by StuG Life
Virtual handshakes to everyone. Looking forward to getting into the hobby and the wealth of knowledge everyone has.
Carl
Re: Hello from Illinois
Posted: Sat Jan 15, 2022 10:39 pm
by 43rdRecceReg
A Welcome, Carl, from distant Scotland.
Seeing your new avatar, and declared interest in StuGs, reminds me I have an unfinished StuG IV lurking in my collection.
Before too long, I'm betting you'll also have a 'to do' list, and a growing collection, in the future.
Re: Hello from Illinois
Posted: Sat Jan 15, 2022 11:51 pm
by EAO
Greetings Carl from just across the Mighty Mississippi,
I too am a fan of StuG's. I just like their low, lean, ready to pounce look! There have been some real beauties on here, so I'm sure you'll find lots of info and ideas! Good to have you with us!
Cheers,
Eric.
Re: Hello from Illinois
Posted: Sun Jan 16, 2022 5:27 pm
by Lenny Warren
Welcome, I'm a newbie here too..
I've found they are a great bunch in here, VERY helpful and knowledgeable too..