doozer1974 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Hello all This is my first completion in almost 6 months after a barren summer dominated by looking after the kids followed by a short-term loss of building mojo. Finally got my backside in gear to finish this Lightning as a Christmas present for my father in law, who used to paint Lightnings with 5 Squadron based at RAF Binbrook in the late 60s and early 70s. I wanted to do the model in a 5 squadron scheme like he would have worked on, so had to depart from my usual out of the box method. Did a bit of research online, and chose this pic to base mine on: Dipped into the aftermarket for the required 5 Squadron decals (thanks to Gary West for pointing me in the direction of the Model Alliance ones), and also pushed the boat out and went for a SAC undercarriage set, and a Montex mask for the canopy. Been wanting to try a natural metal finish for a while, so played around a bit with how to try and get some variation in the metal tones. I pre-shaded different bits of the airframe in white, grey and black to see if that would make any difference when a single shade of aluminium (Tamiya XF16) went on over the top. There are some subtle variations to the naked eye, but I'm not sure my photos really pick this up. I picked out selected panels and control surfaces in Tamiya XF56 to break it up some more. Kept the weathering light, with just an oil paint wash to lightly accent panel lines. I know there are some errors and omissions in it, but am hopeful it is a reasonable representation of an F6 from that era. Overall very happy with how it turned out (hope the old boy will be too). Thanks for looking Adam 40 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meatbox8 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 A beautiful Lightning. Fantastic natural metal finish. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Dyck Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 What an amazing Model! It really Looks like the original. Very nice NMF finish. I think the old boy will be very happy with it! All the best Andy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 looks great nice work, nice job on the nmf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight_Flyer Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Very nice, great result with the nmf. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAG058 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 A superb build! A very nice finish. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcdonnell Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Hello,Doozer11974 - My compliments to you on a beautiful looking build of your 'Lightning.' I love the quality and detail of the paint and finishing work and she looks resplendent in her 5 Squadron Markings,All the best,Paul. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 gorgeous Lightning 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janremco Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 It's a beauty your Lightning. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Head in the clouds. Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Fine finish ona fine model of a fine plane, fine all round then ! All your work paid dividends and your father will be pleased, I am sure. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Love it, looks the nuts 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandy Posted November 28, 2015 Share Posted November 28, 2015 Beautifully done, and one of my all time favourite aircraft. The only thing I can see is that maybe the nose is a little high, other than that, perfect! Ian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonl Posted November 28, 2015 Share Posted November 28, 2015 Very nice. Good job on the NMF. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobsyouruncle Posted November 28, 2015 Share Posted November 28, 2015 Really nice looking Lightning there. Others have already said, but that metal finish looks just right. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrvr6 Posted November 28, 2015 Share Posted November 28, 2015 fantastic frightning 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tugcap Posted November 28, 2015 Share Posted November 28, 2015 A very nice job on that one. I like the bare metal look. He should be pleased with that for a gift. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean Posted November 28, 2015 Share Posted November 28, 2015 A total beauty, I'm sure your father in law will be delighted, Sean 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stever219 Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Your photo of the real XS899 shows her carrying Firestreaks instead of Red Tops, not commonly seen on Mk. 6s. Sadly this jet was one of those purchased by Arnold Glass with the intention of either selling them on or getting at least one back into the air; the plans fell through and after several years standing outside at Cranfield all except XS458 were unceremoniously hacked to pieces as scrap. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jbbusybee Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Very nice 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doozer1974 Posted November 29, 2015 Author Share Posted November 29, 2015 Thanks for the likes and kind comments, they are much appreciated. Your photo of the real XS899 shows her carrying Firestreaks instead of Red Tops, not commonly seen on Mk. 6s. Sadly this jet was one of those purchased by Arnold Glass with the intention of either selling them on or getting at least one back into the air; the plans fell through and after several years standing outside at Cranfield all except XS458 were unceremoniously hacked to pieces as scrap. Hi stever219 - I read on thunder-and-lightnings.co.uk that the nose of XS899 was restored and is back in the Binbrook area, so at least something was salvaged. Adam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratch Posted November 30, 2015 Share Posted November 30, 2015 Lush 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shrek51 Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 That's a great looking frightening, love the nmf. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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