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  1. Shapeways models

    [QUOTE=Zoe Brain;180466][QUOTE=marcoperse;180464]What do you mean with "a bit of preparation?[/QUOTE]

    For WGF

    1. Paint with diluted PVA glue.
    2. lightly sand with emery board. (5-10 secs until smooth to touch)
    3. Repeat 1&2
    4. Repeat 1&2

    Paint. Multiple thin coats work best.
    Decal, gloss varnish, then matt varnish.

    Result:

    [IMG]http://www.wingsofwar.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=64092&d=1351507594[/IMG] ...
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  2. Hello from Peter down in Plymouth.

    [QUOTE=stiggo44;177809]Im a returning Wings of War Gamer from Plymouth in Devon. I used to play a lot of games with my son and his friends a few years ago. Not played much since but like the game so much, started to rebuild the squadrons again. Hope I can find some other people in Plymouth so I can get back flying.[/QUOTE]
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  3. Creating actual WWI recon photo game mat

    I recently received actual recon photos of french terraine taken by a british pilot. The photos come with a letter from the pilot. I plan to increase the resolution and color enhance the images. When this is accomplished I will screenprint transfer them on to a poly mat. I expect to have this process completed in december. These photos were given to me by a friend from the EAA. For those that like a more realistic map when playing this might be the answer. If this interest you let me know and stay ...
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  4. Great time at Rock Con

    [QUOTE=mav1624;175089]Today at 12:01
    Pilot: mav1624 reporting obsevations back from the Gen Con front. In my observations I saw excellent Flight instruction by crashx (Tim):salute:,Great scenarios by beer and pretzels (Mike):thumbsup:.an impressive collection of repaints by rote flugel (Gunner):guns:,and something I see frequently happening is BBsuds (Bob), my wingman for 35 years. being the first casualty in 3 out of 4 fights. In fact it was discussed by members that a new honor should ...
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  5. Reporting for Duty

    [QUOTE=mav1624;174045]Looking forward to getting to know many of you. I hope to be at Rock con this upcoming week. Keep em flying high and hope to hear from you.:salute:

    Thanks, Mav1624[/QUOTE]
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