so i picked it up, and just dove straight in, as feared i havent been taking as many pics as i should but i dont have as much time as i used to so prefer to just build, build, build
detail is very good and it fits together really quite well indeed, the only concern is the "anchor" points that the aircraft are tied down to, they look slightly too large. the enterprise simply as dots for these which look scale but trumpy have actually recessed the deck and moulded the x shaped tie down points,
rather than filling them all (of which there are hundreds, and a lot of hassle) i think some clever painting is in order to give the illusion that they're smaller, they arent so bad that its unbearable to look at, and once everythings on the deck i dont think you'd really notice.
the 2 halves of the hull are together, elevators stuck in place, hangar doors closed, gun & missile platforms are in place
next thing to get are the props and photo etch which i believe for this kit i need two or three different sets which is expensive to say the least but theres a fair bit to get on with 'til the funds are available.