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USS SARATOGA This model was supposed to be my practice "return to modeling" model, but I seem to have decided to make it a show piece if I can. I have purchased the Gold Medal Models photoetch set, Starfighter Decals markings for the Saratoga and another set for the attached air wing embarked on "Sara's" last cruise, and various modeling accessories that I was going to build up "over time". Over time turned out to be about a month which made my wife quite happy. The kit was actually Revell's Forrestal but since I could get the decals for the air wing I decided to transform it into the Saratoga. This required some modifications to the sponsons but everything else seems to be the same. Well, I must say that I had a very enjoyable time building this. It is the first ship model I have done since I was probably 13 and the first model of any type for the past 15+ years. Although there are things I would do differently, and some things that could be better, I am quite pleased. Hope you enjoy the pictures.
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