Thanks Alex. I think I know what you mean; I prefer, if possible, to have my models on some form of base, relative to the type/period etc., in order to make it stand out and look, as you say, more like a miniature replica than a good model. Even a mediocre model looks much better this way. Problem is, I set out with good intentions to do just that with every model, but only a few get the 'base treatment'!!