Polar Lights 1:1000 U.S.S. Excelsior
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15 22 October 2023, 20:59
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That is some bad luck. I would grab a new kit. The time and energy needed to bring that back is not worth it IMO.
5 November 2023, 18:25
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One mate says they've completed it. No project or album though. You could reach out to them and see if they had the same experience.
6 November 2023, 21:43
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This review does mention fit issues: reviews.ipmsusa.org/review/uss-excelsior
6 November 2023, 21:46
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Interesting, thanks Ben!
Yes, the lower half of the engineering hull was slightly heat deformed when I opened the box. However, I've managed to push it mostly back into shape with a heat gun. xD
7 November 2023, 00:53
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Thanks Nicolas! Next time, I would take more time with it, and really try to get the damage looking good. But overall, I'm okay with it. 😄
6 December 2023, 18:31
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Great build, i have the same problems as you. This kit is not good, but its the only one.
7 December 2023, 07:41
Album info
This is the 2021 reissue (AMT 1257), which means that it's basically the updated 2016 model in the new Polar Lights-branded packaging. I'm going to build this and light it up too. There is an optional decal pack that includes Aztec panels to cover the whole ship, a choice of blue or teal decals, and three different names and registry numbers. But I have none of that! ? However, this kit does let you decide whether you want to build the NX-2000 version from Start Trek III: The Search for Spock, or the production model from Start Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country. I'm thinking about doing the later, Star Trek VI one, but we'll see. 🙂