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Posted by JLing on March 2, 2026, 8:58:17, in reply to "Looks like my next build will be USS Michael Murphy"
Hi, Ralph and Lars, I agree with Lars that Hobby Boss's kits are better. I built five ships lately with their different config. Did a lot of research on each ship. There are update kits from EV Model and other makers. 
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Two years ago, I looked at my collection of Burkes, the most modern of which was USS Pinckney in about 2007 configuration, and decided I wanted "newer." I found a Dragon 1/700 Mustin kit for a good price, and grabbed it. Then, I found some 1/700 OE-570 satcom antennae at Sprue Brothers, along with Nulka. I began to study Burke class images to see what ship those might get me. Then, EV Resin's P100 Burke upgrade set showed up. Even more goodies available!
However, early in the following year, I got my 1/700 Doggy Industry DDGX. Can't really get much newer than that! I lost interest in the project.
Today, was quiet, and my mind drifted back to my Mustin kit. I now have better image sources, and have spent the day reviewing. I believe I will be starting DDG-112 USS Michael Murphy shortly.
Very much looking forward to it! Hope it will be as much fun as the Mogami FFM was, or more.
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