How do you keep your modeling spirit high amidst life's interruptions? Join us as we savor the cooler weather and the extra modeling time it brings in this episode of Plastic Model Mojo. Mike and Dave share how our collective hobby enthusiasm is soaring, and we discuss the remarkable benefits of making progress with small, regular steps rather than waiting for those elusive large blocks of time. We share personal anecdotes and practical advice on maintaining our hobby, even when life throws us curveballs. Plus, we express our heartfelt gratitude for the thoughtful gifts from our listeners, including some excellent Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Crop Circle Wheat beer from the Great Dane microbrewery.

Our episode brims with exciting updates from the international modeling community. Learn about a first time guest from the UK to the 2025 United States National Convention in Hampton, Virginia, and the resurgence of a Gundam build group in Middle Tennessee. We highlight impressive book finds on Japanese aircraft and submarines, and share upcoming events like the West Midlands Police Scale Model Club's speed-build of a 24th scale Airfix Spitfire at Duxford. Listener queries about surprising discoveries in the hobby spark discussions on innovative tools and historical findings in military modeling, showcasing the ever-evolving nature of our beloved pastime.

A special conversation with modeler William Adair takes center stage as he shares his journey from teenage kit building to scratch-building 1:144 scale pre-World War I and World War I aircraft. William dives into the challenges and rewards of creating such detailed models, offering insights into his unique career and the skills he has developed along the way. From mastering magnification and wing detail to creating custom decals and using them as construction materials, this episode promises a comprehensive and enriching experience for all model enthusiasts.

First World War Aircraft in Scale: Scratchbuilding in 1/144 Scale

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