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- HairyMan HairyMan 12 Nov 2008

Nice site, thanks for information!
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- AinViqUXWaQJygigv oWwhhOxTOaAcatR 26 Oct 2008

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- JAJA JAJA 13 Sep 2008

Absolutely bloody marvellous.
- Mark James 23 Aug 2008

My great grandfather Travis Shortridge was the pilot of The Southern Cloud. I have searched for a model of his plane. Yours is fantastic!
- Leonie Balderstone 15 Aug 2008

Hi, Love the detail and presentation of your models. Dad is up on holidays and suggested I take a look at your site- fantastic. I've been an avid aero modeller and built a couple of boats over the years and really appreciate the detailing and skill it takes to make a good looking scale model. Well done. Keep up the good work Andrew
- Andrew Bounader 20 Jul 2008

love all the models on your site. has anyone thought of making a model of the evolved arlliegh burke design that should have been chosen for the awd project.
- lindsay baker 22 Jun 2008

Wow Russ, you've come a long way since drinking beers and playing Connect-4 in the Fawlty Towers and Butterfly bars in Phuket! Well done that man! I've heard very favourable comment from everyone I've seen around the models on display at Russell Offices and other places. Do you do models of the old wooden warriors (Ton Class Minesweepers) like Curlew & Snipe? Them were the days - argh! Keep it up big man. I'm in Canberra these days in the Healthcare ICT world, a world away from the Puss. Drop me a line sometime. Kev
- Kevin Burdette 31 May 2008

Gday Russ Good to see that everything is going well for you. Working in Brisbane for DOD as a Senior Security Adviser. All is well. Do you know of anybody in Brisbane with model for display purposes for recruiting?
- CARL LEVINGE 18 Apr 2008

I am looking for a scale plan showing side and body lines of the 1950's Daring class Australian destoyers. Any scale would do but it must show the underwater hull regards
- dennis vella 10 Apr 2008

I am looking to buy a scle model of the Collins Class Submarine. I am based in melbourne Thanks Mike
- Mike Stoll 26 Mar 2008

There is a model of the Charles F Adams class DDG on ebay in australia right this minute for the person who was looking for one they are now few and far between..ps I am not the seller I just saw it there. Good luck
- Dale Barker 12 Feb 2008

I am very impressed with the quality of your work. I have a question for you, could you make a Similar armoured vehicle as the ASLAV-25 Scale 1:10 Except it being the Canadian Military version, I don't know the exact Canadian Military Disignation though. BUT the most important part is that I would like to Remote Control it. All I would have you do is have it ready for me to drop in the Electronics and Motors and I would like the Gun Turret and Rear Door to also be movable. Can you do it and of course, how long and how much ? Please let me know. Thank You For Your Time !! George Tonkovic Canada
- George Tonkovic 22 Aug 2005

Can I get any model of DDG 38 (HMAS Perth).Served in Vietnam 68-71. Also on Brisbane.Any assistance to get started on a model would be great
- Graham McIntosh 15 Jul 2005

Awesome models.do you sell them to private collectors?.if so could you email me information about sales etc.Am keen to add some to my collection,the Aslav model.
- chris kang 28 Jun 2005

I lost the email you send me with the price informationen.Please snd me again thanks.How much the Australian COLLINS Class Submarinein 1/72 scale costs. There is also a guy in australia he offer a Submarine kit Thyphonn class in 1/72 do you know this guy and model? best regards gantu
- Gantu El Hassan 16 May 2005

Hi Russ. The site is looking good, like your models. cheers, graeme Martin www.shipmodels.co.nz
- Graeme Martin 2 May 2005

Dear Russ, Good to see your still building first class models - I must admit your warship models are truly first class. Do you have any ship models available or are you only working on orders? My interest is probably something in the 3-4 foot size - destroyer or frigate. Hope you are keeping well. I am still taking warship photos, though since retirement the opportunities are not as great. Kind regards, John Mortimer
- John Mortimer 30 Mar 2005

Love the Fremantle class, I would give my left one to have one with 204 as the side numbers
- Paul Bradley 2 Feb 2005

G'day Russ (Monty); Long time no hear. I was doing a bit of surfing for models and low and behold, up pops good old Russ. Who would have thought way back in '92 when we painted the back of the 10 on Adelaide that it would have caught on. Good on you for doing something that you're passionate about and obviously making it a success. You of all people deserve it. Me, well I'm still in the Grey Funnel Line and getting my second hook in Jul. Must have been French trained..... All the best Matt Tyrrell P.S. Drop me an email and I will fill you in on the goss.
- Matt Tyrrell 6 Jan 2005

Hi Russ, Me again, forgot to mention that the paying off plaque you did for me in 98 is still hanging proudly in my study. Gary
- Gary Swanton 28 Dec 2004

G'day Russ, I have been out of the navy for just on 6 years now and thought it would be nice to have a go at building a model FFG to remind me of my time on Newcastle. Your name popped into my head straight away when I was trying to recall the name of the bloke who used to do model ships during my time in the Navy. Anyway have stumbled across DMG and it looks like you have gone from strength to strength. All the best and congratulations on turning what was a hobbie into a job. Now back to my model ship hunting for a little FFG 06. All the best Gary Swanton
- Gary Swanton 28 Dec 2004

I first saw one of your models at an ADFA open day and thought that it was the best that I had ever seen. I would also like to know how much it would be for working Adelaide class FFG (preferrably the HMAS Sydney). Keep up the outstanding work.
- Craig Perrin 26 Dec 2004

Cool website guys. You've done a great job on the models and the website, so you deserve every success. Cheers
- Stephen Pronk 16 Oct 2004

Only found out while on a visit to Canberra last week 20th Sept. this site was around. had appointment with AMA, saw new Armadale Class on show at TENEX office. I was a member of the first crew of HMAS DUCHESS when transfered to the RAN. I am attemting to construct a model of that ship, if you are able to assist it would be great. This is my first visit to the site will give some more feedback latter
- Graham Halton 25 Sep 2004

Thanks for replying to my post in warships underway. The hull and fittings you mentioned, are they of the DDG-2class Charles F Adams, I would like to build a DDG-7, Henry B Wilson, My former home so to speak. Please send me some info..... I am a novice, and would require I suppose plenty of advice.
- Rolf Strom 20 Sep 2004

Hi Russ, Great site, sorry to see your HMAS Brisbane in such a state. I was wondering if you make or would make 5 DDG gun mounts for models about 1/110 scale. I am building a scratch built model of HMAS Brisbane in this scale. Any help would be good. Cheers
- Harry Sullivan 3 Sep 2004

Hi Russ, I am searching for some plans to build RC Collins class subamrine I have noted your static model and wonder if this can be converted to RC any help appreciated. Cheers
- Chris Houghton 27 Aug 2004

hello russ great models will have to buy some of your aslav products keep up the good work making australian modellers and manufacturers looking highly skilled craftspeople frank laurad plastics
- frank esteban 2 Aug 2004

A pleasure to browse your site. If only you produced the M113 upgrades as a kit because I know they would be in much demand hear and from overseas.
- Mick Auliff 19 Jun 2004

Very nice site. Please let me now how much the Australian COLLINS Class Submarine costs. its a very good looking model. best regards gantu
- Gantu El Hassan 17 Jun 2004

Russ, Thanks for your friendship and your talents. We are looking forward to our model of the CSS SAVANNAH.
- Jim Hethcox 16 Jun 2004

Well I'am still in the world of the living . G'day Russ and Family and friends. Just found your page . Pam and I have been renovating a House in Gearge Town ,Tas for the last 10 months and I might add NO model building. However things are getting back to normal again slowly. I did take part in a George Town Festival, which in part had a Boat type Exhibition at One of the oldest Maritime Situations outside of Sydney .George Town was the place from where Melbourne was settled and is the oldest Town in Australia. Regards Adrian. Keep up the Good Work
- adrian demeijer 21 May 2004

Very nicely done. I have been modelling for many years, but your results are far beyond mine. I look forward to re-visiting and seeing what is new in the future. Regards,
- Chuck Sherman 10 May 2004

Hiya, I'd been meaning to check out your website for sometime now but I've only just got around to it. Those models look great! I didn't realise you'd made so many of them. Well done!
- Paul Mpliokas 3 May 2004

Great conversion there! Though how do you stay interested and focussed after building 40 LAV's!? Cheers, GD (who was hoping to see an Aussie Leo 2E / 2A6)!
- Graeme Davidson 31 Mar 2004

G,DAY AS A AVID 1/35 SCALE ARMOUR MODELLER ARE THERE PLANS TO MAKE ANY PAST OR PRESENT VARIANTS OF THE M113 THAT HAVE SERVED IN THE ADF FOR EG, FITTERS VEH OR THE SALADIN TURRET VERSION AS FOR THAT HAVING JUST BY ACCIDENT COME ACROSS YOUR WEB SITE . ABOUT TIME AUSTRALIAN MILITARY EQUIPMENT WAS AVAILABLE TO THE MODELLER BEING A MEMBER OF THE ADF UP HERE IN DARWIN .MOST IMPRESSED KEEP GOING I WIIL BE PURCHASING SOME OF YOUR VEH MODELS IN THE NOT SO DISTANT FUTURE REGARDS DEAN.
- DEAN BICKLEY 10 Mar 2004

I am immensley impressed by your efforts and hope to one day tackle a large scale model for my self. I am currently a serving Defence member and have interests model AFV's. I enjoyed seeing the pictures of the 1:10 AUSLAV, have you ever considered to sell this as a kit? A radio control version would be fantastic. Any way keep up the great work Steve
- Stephen Fisher 27 Feb 2004

Your sure good at making those ships. I'm making a German Panzerschiff cruiser. But I don't think I can compete with your precision or details. Ya'll are awesome. Keep 'em floating.
- cameron morris 11 Feb 2004

HI RUSS DELIGHTED WITH THE MODEL OF THE COUNTESS OF KEMPOCK YOU MADE AN EXCELLENT JOB OF HER SENT JONATHON SOME PHOTOS TAKEN ON PADDLE STEAMER PRESERVATION SOCIETY CRUISE ON 27 12 03 PHOTO WITH 12 OR 14 OLDER PERSONS WITH MODEL WERE ON FIRST CRUISE 25 YEARS AGO THEY HAVE BEEN ON EVERY CRUISE SINCE
- JOHN MC MONAGLE 10 Feb 2004

do some more work you lazy thing .ha ha ha
- michael farrow 26 Jan 2004

Great to find a site which has all the info i'm after. BZ
- Jason Sallese 3 Jan 2004

Hi Russell, I don't know why, but every year I track down old friends in late December. This year I found the schoolfriends.com.au site and tracked you down so HI
- nola murphy [nee hurford] 29 Dec 2003

Wow! A huge mark improvement for the website RUSS this is great !!! I love viewing your models...
- Darryl  25 Dec 2003

The Fighting 41 was my first ship, I would love that model.
- Dave GILMOUR 17 Dec 2003

Hi Russ. Still can't get over your fabulous site. The attention to detail is magnificent. Will give you a call over the next few days. Hope you can visit our scout troop in the new year. Regards, Dave
- David Golding 26 Nov 2003

Russ, Am looking forward to your Australian Air Warfare Destroyer when the time comes. Charles
- Charles Davis 24 Nov 2003

Brills
- Andy Munday 28 Sep 2003

CSS SAVANNAH looks wonderful ! My G-G-Grandfather,( Pvt. William Washington Holman, CSMC), served on her during late war. It was a real treat for me to see what she looked like. This is the first time Ive ever seen her. Would it be possible to get a model (non-working) of her? Thank you for this site and your beautiful work. Keep it up. Georgia Gal
- Janice Hethcox 24 Sep 2003

Great site. How and where does one get the plans to work from etc...as I would be dead keen to try this myself ?
- Stephen (Monk) Seagrave 12 Sep 2003

"Gob smacked" Great models mmmmmm replicas Great web site
- Titch Weymouth 21 Aug 2003

We would be interested in your comapny providing some information about geeting models made for a recent contract we have been awarded for water purificication units RE:JP2059. Please send me some more information. We are based in Sydney.
- George Walker 14 Aug 2003

As an old modeller from way back; thanks for your web site. Have completed R/C fire boat with all the electronics, computers and fibre optics. Model disassembled for transport but hope to get her back into the water soon. Very good work all round. Regards William West
- william west 29 Jul 2003

Hi Russ, just having a look to show Eva the site. The guest book is a good idea. Have a look at the Revell ships catagory on my site, you will see some very informative stuff about the ships. Our Russell arrived home from Europe last Friday and he is finally back at work after six weeks away, so hope to get some work done now. Talk Later on, I will take another look at the rest of the site now!! Regards Brett.
- Brett Vagg 25 Jul 2003

Great work. I would be very interested in aquiring the Oberon model (desk Set) when it becomes available.
- Mark Howard 18 Jul 2003

Great site mate. Started building Stalwart some time ago, but had to abandon project. I have been talking to Kerry James(Wagga Wagga) and intend to start the project from scratch again. I will keep you informed. Keep up the great work.
- roger roberts 30 Jun 2003

Russ fantastic models, are you constructing any tenix shortland troop vehicles? It would be great to see the comparison between the shortland series and the bushmaster alternative.
- Darryl  12 Jun 2003

Russ fantastic models, are you constructing any tenix shortland troop vehicles.
- Darryl  12 Jun 2003

Fantastic site Russ. I was just wondering if you were considering doing a model on the next generation air warfare destroyer for the RAN? Maybe in the form of a modified Arleigh Burke or Saschen Class DDG. Anyhow, keep up the top notch work.
- Anthony East 30 May 2003

I serverd on the melbourne june 3, 1969 when she collied with the frank.e,evans. I now do the portfolio for what we are called now, the boys of 69. as stated in joe steversons book in the wake on page 251. we would like to get two models one of h.m.a.s. melbourne, and one off a allen.m. summer class destroyer 754. if you can guide us in the right direction it would be great to get these and cost, thank you for your desplay at our reuion they were far above anything i have seen. yours. greg Ellis boys of 69.
- greg ellis 30 Apr 2003

Russ I had to come back for another look.stuned! A question I would like to ask is,how would i be able to gain or find information on design of 6by6 landrover trucks used by the SAS and 110 defenders.I love to build aussie armour 1/35 scale.Could you please direct me to the books that could teach me to scratch build the way you do.thanks!!
- shane curry 18 Apr 2003

Russ, great site . I am a novice when it comes to modeling but I am attempting a model of HMAS Parramatta (111)in 72 scale. I have a part Kit. I was on her from Jan 1968 to oct1970 and would like any help that I can get with photos of the superstructure for placement of fittings. Hi to all modelers.
- Brenton Tancock 11 Apr 2003

brilliant! I hope to see the new tenix m113.
- shane curry 8 Apr 2003

Great stuff once again Russ. When will we see the 10" signal projector desk set on the streets.
- Dean Russell 7 Apr 2003

Excellent models, do you have the conversions Aslav for sale in special Aslav Mortar on 1/35 scale? Please respond my question. Thanks Sergio Miguel
- Sergio Miguel Augusto 2 Apr 2003

As an ex-crew member of HMAS Kanimbla (pre-refit) and HMAS Manoora during refit, I would love to see a model of one of them on your site!
- Chris Gray 11 Mar 2003

part time modeler,who admires your work+where to get bits,member of warrnambool vic MBC
- bill stafford 3 Mar 2003

At Last found a good contact for 1/72 scale model warships. Manythanks. Richard Motyka.
- RICHARD MOTYKA 27 Feb 2003

Well done. Look forward to seeing the future updates.
- Andy Smith 20 Feb 2003

great site russ keep up the good work!
- malcomn bearnz 25 Jan 2003

I wish to purchase a FFG and a SUCCESS hull or kit(s) if poosible could you please point me in the right direction. Thank You Shane Lynch
- Shane Lynch 17 Jan 2003

Hi: I live in Brooklyn New York (USA) and have just received your Vendetta kit to build for a client. I am sure I will have questions in the near future regarding the project. Initially I am curious about the color scheme. The US Navy mostly uses a Haze Grey for the Hull and Horizontal surfaces and my client has furnished a slightly darker paint chip for those areas. Any comments?. The component parts look excellent. What can you suggest as a primer for the hull? Joe..
- JOE TEPEDINO 24 Dec 2002

looking at the work that you have shown in your models is by far some of the best i think i will ever see. i saw one of your anzac models in a english model magazine and since then i can not get enough. i think its driving my wife mad. this is a hobby im going to get in, thank you for showing your models on the internet.
- scott rice 1 Dec 2002

Russ, great models , looking forward to many more in the future.
- Stephen Woods 25 Oct 2002

I found your site on the Tenix.com site. Your models are very precise in detail are you currently constructing new models for Tenix or any other companies.
- Darryl  15 Oct 2002

More photos
- John Mc Nicol 4 Sep 2002

Where is the cappucino machine??
- Pete Fricker 31 Jul 2002

Stopped by for a look. Have not been on site in months!
- Jim Kelly 6 Jul 2002

Use more polyurethane. Your work is great.
- Terry Petkovic 4 Apr 2002

So glad to see that your carrying out your dream job. Well done..
- Dean Coughran 4 Apr 2002

Hello Mr Burns
- Col Keesing 3 Apr 2002

Hi Russ are you trying to scare away your customers with the partial nude shot on this page http://www.defencemodels.com/Projects/Pathfinder.asp
- Mike Bogisch 20 Feb 2002

excellent work. saw it firsthand at Pac 2002.
- gary fairlie 7 Feb 2002

Saw you at Pacific 2002. Youe do a lot of good work. I am looking at modelling HMAS PARAMATTA III and have a lot of upper deck photos plus some layouts you may find useful. Will get in touch.
- Dave Peterson 5 Feb 2002

Great site russ.
- IAN HOWARD 1 Feb 2002

Great sight, loved the pics of Brisbane as being one of the de-commissioning crew, sorry to hear that it was destroyed. Keep up the good work guys.
- David Gurr 18 Dec 2001

great site keep up the good work
- warwick colombari 5 Dec 2001

Great website - keep up the good work
- SHANE DOYLE 29 Nov 2001

Splendid! It is great to see USS WINSTON S. CHURCHILL decked out in commissioning colors in your Home Fleet photo! Having had the pleasure to work with you folks, if only briefly, I am not surprised at the quality of your web site. I will visit often to stay up-to-date on your efforts.
- Rusty Robertson 27 Nov 2001

bloody good
- kerry james 23 Nov 2001