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    Paper Size & Weight Confusion

    Since most card models seem to be in A4 size format, where is the best place to buy A4 paper cardstock, and what is the best weight to use for modeling? I see so many different sizes and weights and I'm lost as to which are the best. Any help?
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    IJN AKAGI paper model download

    There is a wonderful model of the Japanese WW2 aircraft carrier Akagi (Red Castle) available from www.papermodel.jp/english. Click on the line Site in Japan. A series of pictures will appear (thumbnails). Click on the last one in the 2nd row (the Akagi's Bridge). This will open a list of...
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    Purple UHU Glue Sticks

    Has anyone used UHU glue sticks that go on purple, then dry clear? I bought two tubes (sticks?) yesterday at Michaels' Craft Store in Branson, on sale for $0.99 each. I also bought a self-healing cutting mat, so now I won't be making my wife mad by scratching her kitchen table. I'm attaching...
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    Mothers' day

    Don't forget that Sunday is MOTHERS' DAY! My Mom passed away in February of this year, but I'll still honor her memory. She was 96! Here's to ALL MOTHERS EVERYWHERE! SALUTE!
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    Intimidation

    After seeing some of the builds by all the modelers/designers here, I have to confess I'm somewhat intimidated and discouraged. I'm trying to find the time and the initiative to build some models. If (and when) I do, I'll try to get some pictures to send in. Meanwhile, great builds.
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    UHU and other types of glue

    Where can UHU glue be purchased? What other types of glue(s) are best for building paper models? Right now I'm using Elmer's Gel glue. It's a pale green color and is cheap(!), doesn't run, and doesn't seem to warp the paper if used sparingly. I used Elmer's white glue originally, but found...
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    Hello from southern Missouri

    My name is Jim Cook, and I'm new to Zealot. I've not been building card models very long, so I don't have very many models to show. I've done several cubeecraft figures and a few simple vehicles and buildings. I live near Branson, MO., for those of you familiar with that area, hence the name...