On The Bench

In this episode we talk to the cool dudes from Bases By Bill. The latest winner of the Patreon Wheel of Fortune is announced as well as listener mail. Don't forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply   https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/   Black Hat Models YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@BlackHatScaleModels   If you want to reach out to us write to Onthebench64...

In this extravaganza of an episode we share all the wonderful people that we spoke too at QMHE2024. The latest winner of the Patreon Wheel of Fortune is announced. The Mojo boys try to trash talk the Moosearoo cup so we slap them down! Given how big this episode is we have added some time stamps to help you navigate through this mammoth three hour show.     Time stamps   0:09 Plastic Model Mojo Sl...

This is a special OTB episode on a new Modelling Organisation called "Modellers Without Borders".   We interview   Tim Holland, Dave Goldfinch, Christiaan O'Dea and Stephen Lee to get the inside knowledge on the who, why and hows that brought this organisation into being and what their plans are for the future.   This organisation was announced publicly at the end of the most recent IPMS USA Natio...

In this episode the boys chat to Rock Roszak of Detail and Scale fame.   We also start our new segment the "OTB Wheel of Fortune"….(well that is what we are calling it for the moment…if you have a better name write unto us) where all of our patreon members get the chance to win a very cool prize.   We are heading to QMHE   on the 17th and 18th of August…..come and join us! https://qmhe.com/ We wil...

In this episode Dave talks about his adventures in the U.S. and Japan.  Don't forget the Queensland Model and Hobby Expo August 17th - 18th.  https://qmhe.com/ If you want to reach out to us send an email to  Onthebench64@gmail.com . Don't forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply   https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ And Chris from Inside the Armour https://ww...

In this episode the boys chat to Lincoln Wright who has some exciting news to announce! If you want to reach out to us write to Onthebench64@gmail.com . Don't forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply   https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/   And Chris from Inside the Armour https://www.insidethearmour.com/   If you would like to support our show please go to www...

In this episode the boys chat to Jeff Herne, the show chairman for NATS 2024 at Madison   which is going to be running from the 17th of July to the 20th of July 2024. For more information check out the web page https://nats2024.com We will be there so hope to see you too! If you want to reach out to us write to Onthebench64@gmail.com . Don't forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from th...

In this episode the boys chat with Chris Miller, the promotions officer for the Queensland Model and Hobby Exhibition which is going to be running on the 17th and 18th of August. For more information check out the web page https://qmhe.com   We will be there so hope to see you too!   Lots of mail this episode and don't forget if you want to reach out to us write to Onthebench64@gmail.com . Don't f...

In this episode the boys chat with renowned figure painter Ben Flood who talks about his painting process and the paints he uses.   Check out his work here https://www.facebook.com/ben.flood.125   Lots of mail to read out and don't forget if you want to reach out to us write to Onthebench64@gmail.com .

Episode 189 is up!     In this episode the boys talk to Matthew Grice who has recently taken ownership of a studio scale model of the "Nostromo" spaceship from that iconic movie "Alien". You can follow the restoration on his FaceBook   Nostromo studio scale model restoration The model was originally built in 2015 by Germàn Impache of Italy and you can check out his work here . We also have a chat...

This episode is dedicated to James Skiffins wishing him all the best and a speedy recovery! As Dave approaches 60, it is time to consider planning for that one last trip to the great model show in the sky. What is to become of the stash of kits and publications that you have gathered over a lifetime? The boys tackle this very subject.  

In breaking news we are excited to  share the news from Andys Hobby HQ of the planned release of the 1/16 M113! Dave called it and was on the money! The boys mull this exciting news over as well as a second new M113 announced from AFV club of the Aussie M113A1 LRV in 1/35 scale. We are living in THE golden age for sure!  

Dave, Ian and Julian are joined by three Aussie YouTubers to discuss the ins and outs of running a YouTube model channel Lots of mail to read out and don't forget if you want to reach out to us write to Onthebench64@gmail.com . To find out more about our guests from this episode, check out their YouTube channels below:- Greg https://www.youtube.com/@ScaleModelGeek Clayton https://www.youtube.com/@...

In this episode the boys chat with Chris from model airplane maker to talk about rewards results or efforts? This is a great little discussion based on Chris's latest blog which can be found at modelairplanemaker.com The Possums wars a.k.a The battle of the backyard continues with the Possums 3 to Dave 0.   Ian gives an update on the 48 hour build which was a huge success.   Julian gives us some b...

The boys are back from their break with the mailbag, sad news about the Falcon and talking about the 48 hours modellers bash!

In this episode the boys go big with a discussion on 1/16th Armour models and to help us with this huge subject we have brought in Andy from HQ models. The Falcon writes in with what is new in the model world and we dive deep into the mailbag.

G'day benchers.....we have a bonus episode for you!    All of the podcasters got together to give you a peek behind the curtin, giving you an inside track about how we started and why we do it. We hope that you will enjoy this as much as we did recording it. 

The boys have a heap of trouble trying to stay on target but none the less manage to get some conversation in about the new Kotare Bf 109K-4. Dave wins his battle against the possum, Julian is found out to be too lazy to drive to Ikea and Ian just rolls along. The Falcon delivers with a long list of new kits and the mailbag continues to tongue-tie poor Dave. Oh and don't forget to post pictures of...

Hello and welcome to our first show for 2024.  In this episode we are going to look at model shows without competition and have Jim Bates along to help us understand how they work as well as the benefits  to the hobby. Dave goes to war against a possum, as well as detailing his excellent modelling start to 2024. There is a HUGE mailbag to chew through....and if you want to write to us you can, ont...

In the final episode for the year the boys have a look at the mailbag and what the Falcon has to say with new kits. Dave and Ian get into an argument about what would sell more...a 1/16 Greyhound or a 1/16 M113......and double down with a bet.   It is up to you, dear listener, to decide on who will win.  To cast your vote simply go to our community facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/500...

Dave Ian and Julian are joined by Michael Gibson to give you the lowdown on silhouette and vinyl cutters.  How they work, what you can do with them, ease of use and prices.   Also in this episode with have the Falcon writing in with what is new in the modelling world and of course listener mail. And don't forget that we are now available on YouTube ! https://youtu.be/Cqk7xx1smSY?si=YVqfQ5QG1mPFFdW...

Dave, Ian and Julian are back from their adventures in Canberra and make a very poor attempt at listing their three favourite tools.   As you can guess it is not long before they are off-topic….but hey, that is how they roll.   Also in this episode with have the Falcon writing in with what is new in the modelling world and of course listener mail which contains a very special call to arms to help...

Hello and welcome to coverage of the 2023 Scale ACT model show from Australia's capital city, Canberra.   In this episode the boys talk to:-   Brett Green Tony from Horizon Models Jodie and Marissa (Super-duper Gunpla builders) Scott Taylor SMS Paints Lincoln Wright Gav Cross   We also find some time to sneak in some listener mail!   But sorry, no Falcon this episode….we thought it best to let him...

Hello and welcome to episode 175!   Dave, Ian and Julian are joined by Clayton Ockerby and Peter Davis to chat about the impact of Youtube on our hobby.

Hello and welcome to episode 174!   Dave, Ian and Julian are super excited to be joined by the developer of the App "PaintRack" Scott Rays who,  it turns out,  is a previous winner of the coveted Golden  Demon award. Super interesting interview! Also in this episode we have the Falcon writing in with what is new in the modelling world and of course listener mail.