Now whilst I do not see myself as an artist there have been occasions when I have been referred to being one by others but not necessarily with reference to anything creative that I have done! Whilst this may demonstrate that the term 'artist' can have a wide meaning I was still somewhat taken aback to see this sign in a local SubWay (usual disclaimer - other sandwich making establishments are available!) where Mrs. Woody and myself were treating ourselves to the culinary delights of a footlong!

Sandwich Artist? Well I guess it is an artistic way to describe the job. Which then got me to thinking (always a dangerous activity as Mrs. Woody will tell you) about what do you term someone who professionally makes sandwiches? Google tells me that: -

A professional sandwich maker can refer to either a person who prepares sandwiches or the heavy-duty commercial equipment used in restaurants.

The Person

Sandwich Maker or Sandwich Hand: The general culinary title for a kitchen worker focused on prepping and assembling sandwiches.

Garde Manger: A traditional French kitchen brigade station (and the chef running it) responsible for cold food items, including salads, appetizers, and cold sandwiches.

Delicatessen/Deliman: A person who works in or runs a deli specializing in sliced meats and classic stacked sandwiches.

Sandwich Artist: A corporate term popularized by chains like Subway. 

The Equipment

Commercial Panini Press / Panini Grill: A heavy-duty, restaurant-grade electrical appliance featuring ridged or flat cast-iron/aluminum plates designed to press and toast sandwiches rapidly.

Commercial Sandwich Press or Contact Grill: A high-wattage professional unit used to heat sandwiches evenly from top and bottom. You can explore options and details in guides like the Commercial Panini Press Guide. 

So there you have it - as many terms as I have had sandwiches! My favourite though is Delicatessen as it implies a gentleness to the art of sandwich making. Did someone mention art? Then maybe we need an artist!

Meanwhile back to the artistry of model making and the Tortoise Assault Gun moves on well almost as the wheel and tracks are not yet mounted to the hull but they are now just about complete.

There are nearly 250 parts just to make the running gear! That does not include the tracks which in this kit are individual links which probably means another 200 parts! And I though that this would be a quick, non etched brass build!