Hi Pietro, so far, the only issue listed as having any problems so far is issue #4 with the cut of the sides of rib 13 (parts 13A & 13B).

Your best option would be to check these now (assuming you have the issue) and confirm that the ribs match when placed together. Most issues seem to be fine but a few were miss-cut and the deck levels did not line up.

Providing this is fine, there should not be any problem with you storing the issues for a period prior to building.

When you come to starting your build, check the pieces in issue order for signs of warping/twisting. If your parts are like mine, you'll find varying degrees of warp. This is easily rectified by soaking heavily warped pieces (slightly damp for lightly warped) in cold water, placing them between two large floor tiles, using the flat faces as a press, and finally place a heavy weight on top and allow to dry. Drying times vary depending on degree of warp and how wet the pieces were made.
Once flat, store between another two floor tiles to keep them flat until needed in your build.

Good examples can be found in MWG's and Court Orchard's build diaries for the Sovereign.

Only other thing to do would be to confirm parts quantities against the issue listings as sometimes a wheel or pin might be missing - looks like I've gained an extra pin from someone elses issue...

I also don't think there would be a problem with DeAgostini in replacing lost/damaged parts but obviously, the early they are informed, the quicker they can deal with any problems...

Hope this helps

Thanks Tomick this is the question I was going to ask, as I and probably others are waiting until around issue 10. I dont look at the parts and theyre still in the packing they came in stored in a box.

My question probably for admin is - If a part is wrong can I get a replacement when I do build it or should I and others be checking the parts now ?

I feel that I need to add that the 1st 4 issues of the X-Section turned up this morning. Slightly at odds with the welcome email.
But, I'm very happy.

Pietro, if you don't receive a reply from customer services soon, send Mr T or Admin a PM and they'll look into it for you. Several forum members who have had difficulties have done so with great results. Just ensure you send them your SotS account number and details so they get the correct account...