John Masters Posted August 18, 2017 Share Posted August 18, 2017 Thanks Arnie! This will be a fun thing to do... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arniec Posted August 18, 2017 Author Share Posted August 18, 2017 17 hours ago, Thom216 said: The decals and cockpit PE for my Matchbox Lancaster have come in. I'm going to look into getting PE flaps also, but I was wondering if anyone knows if there is a mask set that can be used for it too? There are a number out there for 1/72 Lancasters, but I wouldn't think they would be a simple fit for the older Matchbox kit. I don't think there has ever been a maskset for it. But the framing is standing quite proud, so you could either use masking flued or go with using masking tape a pencil and a sharp blade. good luck with it. Cheers, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thom216 Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 Thanks. I might try it anyway. Might get lucky! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
825 Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 I think the Stranraer or Heyford is going o be a bit of a challenge with the other things going on, as well as the rugby season starting. So I think I'll go for this. And which one will it be? No contest, it has to be the 892 F-4K. And if the transfers are ruined, I've got some aftermarket including the 'Colonial Navy' markings. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob G Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 6 hours ago, 825 said: I think the Stranraer or Heyford is going o be a bit of a challenge with the other things going on, as well as the rugby season starting. So I think I'll go for this. And which one will it be? No contest, it has to be the 892 F-4K. And if the transfers are ruined, I've got some aftermarket including the 'Colonial Navy' markings. 825, I'm 'hoping' to do the same kit in the same box in the same scheme for the Blitz Build GB this weekend. Given that I have another Matchbox F-4M/K that I started back in '81 and haven't yet finished, I'm not confident... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
825 Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 2 hours ago, Rob G said: 825, I'm 'hoping' to do the same kit in the same box in the same scheme for the Blitz Build GB this weekend. Given that I have another Matchbox F-4M/K that I started back in '81 and haven't yet finished, I'm not confident... Its definitely classic Matchbox and a lot of the plastic on the blue sprue is the ordnance, and there is a fair amount of it. It's not too complicated and if the fit is OK then a quick build should be possible. That being said I'm not sure it would be my choice for a Blitzbuild. But then my ideal choice would be something made up of 10 parts and a single paint colour. Good luck, I'm keen to see how you do as well as keep an eye out to see if there are any snags along the way 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob G Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 The one big snag that I've found thus far is that the boxing I'll be using (which is a Hong Kong produced kit, so far as I can discern) is the old original box scheme, with the old markings selection, but the 'new' plastic, which Matchbox modified - the biggest issue is that it's got the RWR on the tail, which means that I can't do the Saratoga markings in an OOB kit; I'll have to remove the RWR. Which sounds like a pain. Most likely, I'll do it later in her career, same colours and markings, without the USS Saratoga script. I'm not looking for an exhibition winner here, just having fun. The kit has waaay too many faults to make it show worthy without a stupid amount of work, and there's better options available - I have 3 of the Fujimi Brit Phantoms kits in the stash. By all means follow along when I start, at the very least you'll learn what NOT to do! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Masters Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 I have decided on this one... I have some better decals coming from Hannants but I will be building OOB, as is my wont. There is a part of me that doesn't want to paint...just use the coloured plastic as supplied! Any ideas about the banner? --John 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 12 hours ago, 825 said: But then my ideal choice would be something made up of 10 parts and a single paint colour. Sounds like the PSC Churchill that I'll be building. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
825 Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 13 hours ago, Rob G said: The one big snag that I've found thus far is that the boxing I'll be using (which is a Hong Kong produced kit, so far as I can discern) is the old original box scheme, with the old markings selection, but the 'new' plastic, which Matchbox modified - the biggest issue is that it's got the RWR on the tail, which means that I can't do the Saratoga markings in an OOB kit; I'll have to remove the RWR. Which sounds like a pain. Most likely, I'll do it later in her career, same colours and markings, without the USS Saratoga script. I've just had a look at the plastic and despite the box artwork and the colour schemes showing the correct fin, the mouldings definitely have the RWR top to the fin. As can be seen here at top right. Now got to think whether to convert or make as later version. I think someone had a thread on when the RWR was introduced and colour schemes. Although FAA Phantoms were always Extra Dark Sea Grey over White. Or perhaps Dark Sea Grey over White. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arniec Posted August 25, 2017 Author Share Posted August 25, 2017 I love the British Phantom. If I am not mistaken I still have got two Matchbox Phantoms in my stash.I will watch your builders with interests. For this GB I will build a Dornier Do-18 flying boat. This will be a duo build with another GB. This is to save precious building time. Cheers, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old thumper Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Not sure what I will be building yet. A B-26 Marauder is top of the list at the moment but I also quite fancy a Hellcat or P-38, but then I may choose a Wellesley, Stuka or Indian Tempest, maybe all of them or perhaps something else. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidelvy Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 I have 2 Matchbox kits. Bought them unopened from a shop that was closing. They have that smell that transports me back to my childhood. I won't build them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 7 hours ago, old thumper said: maybe all of them or perhaps something else. How about "all of them and something else"? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old thumper Posted August 26, 2017 Share Posted August 26, 2017 14 hours ago, Enzo Matrix said: How about "all of them and something else"? Tempting, I might just do that. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thom216 Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 (edited) Just in case I finish my Lancaster, I'll also be grabbing a Revell rebox of the Matchbox He-115 float plane. This boxing is actually a little cheaper than the Matchbox ones, which helps when I need to buy PE as well. EDIT - turns out Revell reboxed both Matchbox and Frog He-115s... So, this one is a confirmed Matchbox! The box says so! Edited August 28, 2017 by Thom216 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arniec Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 Hi guys, the time of fun draws nearer now. So I will try to become more active. It is just 5 1/2 weeks to go before it starts. I will try to do my best for this GB. The model I will be building is the Dornier Do-18 flying boat. I will also use this kit for the flying boats and waterplanes GB. that is gonna start this weekend. So it will be a duo build.I will hold myself back till the start of the Matchbox GB. As you already will know. This GB is all about having fun with a MB kit. Cheers, 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 42 minutes ago, Arniec said: As you already will know. This GB is all about having fun with a MB kit. How can anyone not have fun with a Matchbox kiit? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooper645 Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 I will be joining @John D.C. Masters with a build of the Boeing P-12E. Courtesy of a well known auction site and only. few quid. The box is slightly worse for wear, but the contents are complete and fine. First plane build since returning to modelling. Thanks for looking, Coops 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Masters Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 That sounds great Coops. What colors will you be using? I am using some of the Straighter Decals and haven't decided on a scheme yet... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooper645 Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 16 minutes ago, John D.C. Masters said: That sounds great Coops. What colors will you be using? I am using some of the Straighter Decals and haven't decided on a scheme yet... Well not really being a plane man, I have no idea. Figured I would buy a kit and worry about the detail later. Will look into it and try and figure something I like the look of. It came with no decals so it really is a blank canvas. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Masters Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 Try Straighter Decals at Hannants...They have four schemes. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelliecool Posted September 4, 2017 Share Posted September 4, 2017 I'd like to join the build with a Matchbox Douglas Boston MkIV I picked up at Abingdon airshow. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old thumper Posted September 5, 2017 Share Posted September 5, 2017 15 hours ago, Shelliecool said: I'd like to join the build with a Matchbox Douglas Boston MkIV I picked up at Abingdon airshow. Nice choice, the Green Hornet one of my favorite box tops and kits. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Possibly another entry with the Swordfish as I would like to do a 100% Matchbox kit as well as the Revell/Matchbox Spitfire,I had one given in a Rainbow boxing with an all Black scheme which doesn't seem to get done very often did Revell's re-pop a year or two ago. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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