OK, first of all I am a newbie, but have been spending way too much time reading threads and info on this wonderful website.
I have built several balsa models, none of which I flew, including the P-51 and the P-38 so construction is not a problem.
I do plan on buying a Hitec laser 4 radio (for future use, any radio recommendations under $150 would be nice), but can not decide on which plane to buy. Both get great reviews from most everyone. I can get the T-hawk minus the radio and receiver, and this seemed to be the hangup most had on this plane. The biggest hang up on the Tiger Moth was that it needs to be beefed up, because it is a little too flimsy. The T-hawk also seems to bee just a little better with wind, don't worry I'll sit on my hands on windy days until I get several flights under my belt. I have several large flat fields with no obstructions to crash into.

P.S. do not recommend the Slow Stick I consider this very close to the Tiger moth in handling, and the Tiger Moth looks better.
Thanks for the help!