Originally Posted by Propworn

If you think your getting anywhere near the failure point of any brand name epoxy with our models then you are standing to close to the mixing pot. Go get yourself some fresh air and give your head a shake.

Guys build jets, pattern planes, pylon racers even dynamic soaring airframes with nothing more than off the shelf hobby adhesives AND THEY WORK!!!!!!!!

So if you feel you need some out in left field epoxy then by all means knock yourself out. For the rest of us who realise we are not building full size man carrying airframes and any brand name epoxy will more than suit our needs, pick one you feel comfortable using, is easy to come by and fits your budget.

Think about what we are doing here. I wouldn't think to use house paint on a full size build yet there are plenty of how to's that accomplish award winning finishes.

I have to wonder about those who drag facts and figures from real world situations then try and justify why we all should be using them in our miniature recreations when none of the real world (full size) dynamics apply.

Almost like a master race complex if you ask me.

The reason a lot use the West System is it more than meets any structural or dynamic force we could put on these miniature airframes, it has one of the widest working temperatures to accommodate the amateur builder who may have difficulty controlling humidity and temperature, One resin two hardeners one fast one slow, easy to work with (sand/form) and they carry a extensive line of fillers and any extras you could possibly need. Cost is reasonable, storage life is great and for the most part the brand is readily available.

Dennis