I don't do much modeling either, but I find that I can acheive most anything I need in Bryce. I do have Wings3D and have done a little with it as well... I guess it all depends on what exactly you are looking to do. Personally I have no problem using Bryce for any modeling I need to do. But that is just one man's opinion. Rayraz made some very good points in the reply above. Just my .02 cents. 8)

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