My 232 Probe Droid Pod (Lucasfilm Archive Version)

[Boxcar Bret]

I have returned from completing my scratch building rite of passage. There was a thrill I got that I never experienced with an off-the-shelf kit. Thank you to all the RPF member who went before me and identified parts and gave pointers. This was my foray into scratch building and I have to say I'm hooked and I blame you all.

 

[Media Man]

Looks great!

 

[swgeek]

Great job. It's an exspensive disease.

 

[Boxcar Bret]

Great job. It's an exspensive disease.

Thanks! It's expensive and not covered by my insurance. Of course this means you know what I'll be starting next.

 

[swgeek]

Haha right?! Yes, yes I do.

 

[joberg]

Beauty and that paint job just seals the deal

 

[Padawan311]

Absolutely beautiful work and pictures! Thank you for your build thread as well.

 

[el toro]

It’s a beauty

 

[Necronaut]

Gorgeous!

 

[darthbooth1978]

Really enjoyed looking through these threads regarding the probe droid and it’s pod. You’ve done a fantastic representation of this and I’m hoping to give it a go at some point.

Tracking down some of these kits is a mission in itself. Is there a specific place which is best to look for them other than eBay? I’m a novice at the Studio Scale stuff so my knowledge is little but hoping to get stuck into some of the smaller ones (easier said than done without finding those kits) in the near future.

 

[Boxcar Bret]

Really enjoyed looking through these threads regarding the probe droid and it’s pod. You’ve done a fantastic representation of this and I’m hoping to give it a go at some point.

Tracking down some of these kits is a mission in itself. Is there a specific place which is best to look for them other than eBay? I’m a novice at the Studio Scale stuff so my knowledge is little but hoping to get stuck into some of the smaller ones (easier said than done without finding those kits) in the near future.

Thank you! It’s a great entry level build and I learned a lot from it.

eBay was my go to for kits. I recommend being patient because there are some deals to be had. Check daily for the kits you need. I prefer listings that have a “make offer” options. You’d be surprised what you can that way. Also if you see something you’re interested in, save it and wait. The seller might come to you with an offer. All these little tricks add up to savings when buying multiple kits.

The other place I’d recommend is model show swap meets. I got two SCREAMING deals a couple of weeks ago on two vintage kits. Plus you get the opportunity to haggle.

This path is a pricey one but I’ve found a satisfaction that I never had building off the shelf kits. Patience is the key.

I look forward to following your build.

 

[Captain Dunsel]

I have returned from completing my scratch building rite of passage. There was a thrill I got that I never experienced with an off-the-shelf kit. Thank you to all the RPF member who went before me and identified parts and gave pointers. This was my foray into scratch building and I have to say I'm hooked and I blame you all.

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Love it—outstanding build!!!

 

[Boxcar Bret]

Love it—outstanding build!!!

Thanks, Captain!