Bedders Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Morning all, I returned to the hobby in early 2013, after about 15 years away. The inspiration was Airfix's new-ish (at the time) 1/72 Spitfire XIX. For me the XIX is perhaps the most beautiful of the Spitfire line, and the original all-over PRU Blue colour scheme sets it off nicely. And I'd never built one before, so thought I'd give it a go. Here's the result: I did a bit of work on the kit to add a few details and used some bits from the Fujimi XIV e.g. undercarriage and propeller blades (also shaped a bit). This was my first airbrushed model, so an all-over colour-scheme was helpful for a beginner. I subsequently learned that the Airfix fuselage is a little short, but that was after the event. Decals are from Xtradecal, with stencils etc from Fujimi. I wanted a model of the ultimate WWII PR Spitfire, so I did PS887 as it would have appeared on arrival at Benson in April 1945, and before the application of 541 Squadron's post-war squadron codes and the silver spinner. Image of the real aircraft here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/sdasmarchives/8033938294 I've made a few more Spitifres since, but given this was the first in my 'modern period' of modelling, there's something special about this one. Hope you like it! Justin 25 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Very nice indeed,......it is one of the best 1/72nd XIX`s that I`ve seen yet,...so welcome back! Cheers Tony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_W Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Very nice. I built two myself as I liked both the schemes in the box. They are very relaxing to build, and I dont normaly do Spitfires. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcdonnell Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Hello,Justin - Welcome back to the noble art and what a fine comeback you've made! I love the quality and detail of the paint and finishing work and commend the clean 'classical' look.She is a resplendent tribute to the type. All The best,Paul. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Low flyer Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Very nicely done 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beard Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 It looks splendid. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire31 Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 That's a beautiful PR Mk XIX, looking just right. You wrote: "For me the XIX is perhaps the most beautiful of the Spitfire line". I don't agree. The word I don't agree with is "perhaps". Great work, and especially considering your long hiatus. Kind regards, Joachim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookenbacher Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Beautiful build Justin. I can't wait to see the rest of your Spitfires. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ancient mariner Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Better than the stuff I buildand I havent been away 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stever219 Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 That is a pretty Spitty. I'm going to play the heretic and say that in appearance I like the 22/24 better, BUT the XIX is the best looking high-back variant. I'll get me hat n coat....... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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