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Been seeing the TV add for this build for a while now I like to build something different and so this caught my eye Have got the first issue from my local newsagent (99p) to check out the quality. If the weight of the base plate is any indication then the final build should be substantial. Before I take a punt I was wondering if anyone else on this forum has looked at/started this build   Current Build:-
[color=blue]Stash Avro Lancaster (Full Kit)plus some extra issues I picked up at a good price
[color=blue]Built:- Norman Catapult by Mantua,Roman Catapult by Mantua,HMS Victory,HMS Victory XSection,Focker DB1,Bismark,English Carronade Titanic Lifeboat,American Civil War Gatling,Hummer,Sopwith Camel F1,Occre Jupiter ,OcCre Wagon, Latina Arab Dhow, Eaglemass Orrery OcCre Rogers 119 [color=red][color=red]RB7,OcCre Missippi River Boat, Model Airways Fokker DR1
OcCre London L>C>C 106 Ugears Scrambler, Ugears Hexapod Explorer UGears Off-Road Vehicle
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Yep, did the orrery when it was originally launched, about 2006/7 if i remember rightly. It is a beautiful ornamental piece, and weighs a ton! You wont be disappointed with it, I just hope the cloud pattern on neptune is the right way round this time, lol. Get some black boot polish, if you can, and rub it into the brass cutouts, as it brings the detail out so much more on the engravings - Ill pop a pic or two of mine up later on. Completed: Earth, Moon, Sun Orbiter
Build a Model Solar System
Under Constuction: HMB Endeavour
HMS Victory
Mitsubishi Zero
Tiger Tank
D51
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Thanks for that Look forward to the piccys Well that looks like my net project is sorted Current Build:-
[color=blue]Stash Avro Lancaster (Full Kit)plus some extra issues I picked up at a good price
[color=blue]Built:- Norman Catapult by Mantua,Roman Catapult by Mantua,HMS Victory,HMS Victory XSection,Focker DB1,Bismark,English Carronade Titanic Lifeboat,American Civil War Gatling,Hummer,Sopwith Camel F1,Occre Jupiter ,OcCre Wagon, Latina Arab Dhow, Eaglemass Orrery OcCre Rogers 119 [color=red][color=red]RB7,OcCre Missippi River Boat, Model Airways Fokker DR1
OcCre London L>C>C 106 Ugears Scrambler, Ugears Hexapod Explorer UGears Off-Road Vehicle
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Be careful not to over polish the brass elements as most of them are brass plated, which could show the silver base metal if over polished, though I seem to recall from its last outing that some of the brass elements have a clear coat to prevent tarnish.
Look forward to seeing how you get on 
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Wow that looks cool.Shame eaglemoss is not in USA
My other hobby is astrophotography and I have imaged Jupiter, Saturn and MArs.I can tell you the teeny telescope they are offering wont give you good views of the planets.WAAAY too small
Carl
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I have signed up for this, a prezzie for the missus as she loves the planets and has always wanted one!!
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Nemesis wrote: ..... she loves the planets and has always wanted one!! Should have just bought her a 'Mars' bar or a 'Milky Way' Daran - would have been a lot cheaper!!   
Kev
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I built this one the first time it came out and as others have said, it's a real beauty (and heavy!) when complete. That was a good tip from Mr T about the boot polish, I never thought of that and inlaid my engraved plates with matt black enamel paint, applied as carefully as I could and then rubbed away any excess once dry with loads of cotton buds, it really does make the plates look classier! I also hand painted the Earth and Mars to recreate the actual views from space, was tempted to repaint Jupiter but made do with just accentuating the Great Red Spot!  (well' I didn't have a working airbrush back then!)  I can recommend this one to all, but be careful when tightening up the tiny grub screws, they're very easy to strip the threads off! PS I also bought this first issue too! The base plate might come in handy as a fantasy figure base! (try getting one like that for 99p!) Best of luck to all it's builders! Robin First wooden ship: The Grimsby 12 Gun 'Frigate' by Constructo Second: Bounty DelPrado Part Works Third: HMS Victory DelPrado Part Works 1/100 scale Diorama of the Battle of the Brandywine from the American Revolutionary War Diorama of the Battle of New Falkland (unfinished sci-fi), Great War Centenary Diorama of the Messines Ridge Assault Index for the Victory diary is on page 1
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The first issue contains Base Plate, Zodiac Calibration Ring and Feet so no actual construction required the time. Have now subscribed and will have to wait for the first monthly delivery. This build will be over a 12 month period and I will post update as and when. I have weighed the base plate which comes in at 350 grams (12 ounces in old money) so the overall weight should be substantial GilShapley attached the following image(s): Current Build:-
[color=blue]Stash Avro Lancaster (Full Kit)plus some extra issues I picked up at a good price
[color=blue]Built:- Norman Catapult by Mantua,Roman Catapult by Mantua,HMS Victory,HMS Victory XSection,Focker DB1,Bismark,English Carronade Titanic Lifeboat,American Civil War Gatling,Hummer,Sopwith Camel F1,Occre Jupiter ,OcCre Wagon, Latina Arab Dhow, Eaglemass Orrery OcCre Rogers 119 [color=red][color=red]RB7,OcCre Missippi River Boat, Model Airways Fokker DR1
OcCre London L>C>C 106 Ugears Scrambler, Ugears Hexapod Explorer UGears Off-Road Vehicle
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Rank: Pro Groups: Joined: 24/08/2009 Posts: 48,051 Points: -13,308
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Looks an interesting build and quite attractive as a display piece, though the fact that it is produced by Eaglemoss would have me concerned as their recent reputation for poor customer services and erratic delivery schedules is quite disuasive? I recall there being quite a few problems with both their 'James Bond 007' Aston Martin DB5 and the more recent Nissan GTR, where some subscribing members on here had to wait months for deliveries and there was also a few problems with parts being unavailable or mismatched paint finishes on various body panels? Though I think the delivery problems were all sorted eventually but it seemed to take a long time?
Not to say the same problems will occur here, and I'm not out to put anybody off or spoil their fun, but I would be wary to say the least? Just my opinion.
Kev
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Looks a nice kit, I doubt there would be too many complaints from the "other halves" either as it would look at home in any room of the house Steve
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Hi Gil I finally managed to get my Orrery balanced on the kitchen scales and the completed kit comes out at a whacking 3.75 kilos or a touch under 8lb 4.5oz! (and not the easiest thing to pick up and carry around either!) Robin First wooden ship: The Grimsby 12 Gun 'Frigate' by Constructo Second: Bounty DelPrado Part Works Third: HMS Victory DelPrado Part Works 1/100 scale Diorama of the Battle of the Brandywine from the American Revolutionary War Diorama of the Battle of New Falkland (unfinished sci-fi), Great War Centenary Diorama of the Messines Ridge Assault Index for the Victory diary is on page 1
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Thanks for that info Let me know if you need any "Deep Heat" for the muscle strain. May need to consider reinforcing the bench. Seriously though, sounds like a good solid piece of kit when complete Once again thanks for the info Gil Current Build:-
[color=blue]Stash Avro Lancaster (Full Kit)plus some extra issues I picked up at a good price
[color=blue]Built:- Norman Catapult by Mantua,Roman Catapult by Mantua,HMS Victory,HMS Victory XSection,Focker DB1,Bismark,English Carronade Titanic Lifeboat,American Civil War Gatling,Hummer,Sopwith Camel F1,Occre Jupiter ,OcCre Wagon, Latina Arab Dhow, Eaglemass Orrery OcCre Rogers 119 [color=red][color=red]RB7,OcCre Missippi River Boat, Model Airways Fokker DR1
OcCre London L>C>C 106 Ugears Scrambler, Ugears Hexapod Explorer UGears Off-Road Vehicle
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Joined: 07/01/2015 Posts: 856 Points: 2,479 Location: Sevenoaks, UK
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I made the brave move to subscribe to this one for my kids. Today I got the confirmation email that contains the payment schedule starting with Issue 4 and a sentence "Please note the first magazine you receive could be the latest issue that is available". Any idea what I should make of this? Are Eaglemoss so shameless to subscribe me to an incomplete subscription? I contacted their customer service, but from what I have heard, they might not answer before the first payment is taken from my account on 1st of September. Thanks for any advice. Any images I post on my personal builds are free to be used and shared under Creative Commons Attribution license, which means you can do what you want with them, on the condition you mention I'm the author.
Happy building :-) http://www.model-space.com/gb/
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I got my email through and says from issue 1, plus I get the telescope and stuff!!
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Rank: Vice-Master Groups: Registered
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OK, called them and apparently... someone forgot to add issues 1-3 to my subscription. Had to back-order them. I hope it won't end in a typical Eagle mess. Any images I post on my personal builds are free to be used and shared under Creative Commons Attribution license, which means you can do what you want with them, on the condition you mention I'm the author.
Happy building :-) http://www.model-space.com/gb/
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Never had dealings with Eaglemoss before. Hachette no problems, Deag no problems so hopefully a 3 out of 3!!!
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Rank: Vice-Master Groups: Registered
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Good news and bad on this thread I will reserve judgement. My philosophy is that anyone can make a mistake, where you stand or fall is in what you do to correct it Current Build:-
[color=blue]Stash Avro Lancaster (Full Kit)plus some extra issues I picked up at a good price
[color=blue]Built:- Norman Catapult by Mantua,Roman Catapult by Mantua,HMS Victory,HMS Victory XSection,Focker DB1,Bismark,English Carronade Titanic Lifeboat,American Civil War Gatling,Hummer,Sopwith Camel F1,Occre Jupiter ,OcCre Wagon, Latina Arab Dhow, Eaglemass Orrery OcCre Rogers 119 [color=red][color=red]RB7,OcCre Missippi River Boat, Model Airways Fokker DR1
OcCre London L>C>C 106 Ugears Scrambler, Ugears Hexapod Explorer UGears Off-Road Vehicle
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Its a shame this is not available in USA.I would build it here are some pictures I took of the real planets darbyvet attached the following image(s):
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