First Craftsman Kit Build - J. Keen Supplies

[WigWag Workshop]

Hey Der Folks,


Wish me luck, on my first Craftsman Kit build. It'll be slow going I'm sure, but I will post updates has I work on the kit. I do plan on setting the completed kit on a small diorama. 

[Janbouli]

Toi toi toi , pronounced toy, is our way of wishing someone luck, will be following along.

[GPdemayo]

Jump right in.....we'll all enjoy your maiden voyage.  .....and don.t forget the photos. 

[PRR Modeler]

Everyone starts with a first one. Jump right in.

[jerryrbeach]

So, a couple suggestions.  If you sign your first name we can refer to you that way. 


Second, be as precise as possible when gluing the bracing in place.  Doug makes it look easy in the video, probably from having done it so many times.  Recognize that the bracing is not always cut square and that the width can vary between pieces as well as from side to side.  The pieces inset from the ends for the width of the bracing can make or break how well the walls fit together.   


This is a great group and many will step up should you have questions.

[vinceg]

Welcome to the addiction. As others have said, be sure to reach out along the way if you like. People here have a wealth of experience. I surely have appreciated being able to tap into it.

[bparrish]

Good choice for a starter..........

I'm in for the ride ! !

see ya
Bob

[postalkarl]

Hey Wig Wag:

Good luck with your first build. I'l be following along.

Karl

[WigWag Workshop]

So, a couple suggestions.  If you sign your first name we can refer to you that way. 


Second, be as precise as possible when gluing the bracing in place.  Doug makes it look easy in the video, probably from having done it so many times.  Recognize that the bracing is not always cut square and that the width can vary between pieces as well as from side to side.  The pieces inset from the ends for the width of the bracing can make or break how well the walls fit together.   


This is a great group and many will step up should you have questions.

Thank You for the tips on the bracing Jerry, I did notice that on some walls, you don't glue them right on the edge, but have to indent the width of the wood strip.


-Steven

[WigWag Workshop]

Thank you all for the encouragement, it's greatly appreciated.  I am currently experimenting with colors on some scrap pieces, so far so good.


-Steven

[ReadingBob]

Hi Steven.  I'll be following along as well.  Enjoy the journey!     Warning - it can become quite addictive.   

[ACL1504]

Steven,

Getting started on the first kit is exciting. So, enjoy the journey and if you have any questions just ask, we are here to help each other.

I'm not addicted like the others, I only have a couple hundred unbuilt kits.

Oh, and yes, I'm with you on this one as well.

Tom

[S&S RR]

Good luck with the build and I will be following along.  As Tom said, please ask questions.

[MAP]

Have fun with the build!  I'll be checking in as well.

[postalkarl]

Hey All:

I'm still watching with interest. Always like to see someone's first build.

Karl

Karl