(ex)Sgtrafman Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 HI everyone Well she's finally finished (well I say finished she still needs the fin flash on the port rudder swapping over). My 1/72 Airfix Avro Shackleton MR2 WR966. I encountered most of the problems associated the kit and not others. I had real problems joining the fuselage together and a mis mould in the front fuselage which caused the area above the bomb aimers glass to splay out plus I had several broken parts that were replaced by Airfix, however the engine nacelles and wings were a breeze. I chose WR966 as my scheme and the decals from Airfix were beautiful I did however elect not to attempt to add the 146800cc (I cut that portion off) because I feared that with all the softener in the world the decal wouldn't conform cleanly and look rubbish. I chose to paint the propeller tips rather that use the decals as I felt that the finish would be better. The kit was built OOB apart from some seat belts that I added with blue masking tape and I used the Eduard masking set for the glass work. She was weathered in my usual way with Tamiya smoke for the exhaust stains and oils and pastels for everything else and the antenna wire was added using EZ line and with a spot of super glue to initially hold it followed by Gator grip to add more strength. Anyway here she is.......My Growler And now shes finished I can carry on with my Tamiya 1/32 Spitfire Mk XVIe.. Thanks to everyone that showed an interest and gave real encouragement to get her finished. Have a good one Iain. 55 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Housesparrow Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 I really like models with colors on them. A plain gray used to look nice, but I think there is something especially charming when aircraft have some color to them, like this one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(ex)Sgtrafman Posted February 5, 2016 Author Share Posted February 5, 2016 I really like models with colors on them. A plain gray used to look nice, but I think there is something especially charming when aircraft have some color to them, like this one. Hey Housesparrow I have to agree with you! Iain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Low flyer Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Simply stunning 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Amazing build!! Absolutely love her, and the build thread was fantastic too. Now, do I get this one or the Revell version!??! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex_110 Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Gorgeous build, I always love the exhaust streaking on these big aircraft. Progress on the Spitfire looks great as well, I wish I had the patience to wire up an engine as nice as you have there 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Very nice indeed and my favourite Shackleton scheme to boot,.... what isn`t there to love! Cheers Tony. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spud Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Nice one! and no sign of Lorraine Kelly's Bo Selecta! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ade Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Nicely done mate.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcdonnell Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Hello,Iain - My compliments to you on a beautiful looking build of your 'Shackleton'.I love the quality and detail of the paint and finishing work and commend the restrained and realistic weathering.You overcame a few hurdles during her creation but the delight on show now is a resplendent tribute to the type. All the best,Paul. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardiff guy Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 loving your work very well done Glenn. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Superb work, looks fantastic .... great job on the scheme and finish.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stéphane Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Hello, Very nice build, top notch painting and subtile weathering, really cool. Stef (#6) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza l Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Stunning work, very convincing weathering. gazza l 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolphin38 Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Very nice, looks well used nice weathering. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Excellent skills.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Cracking build, a great looking Shack, Sean 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bzn20 Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Top Modelling,love it! White Knuckle Airlines.. Did they actually wear that? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fritag Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Thng of beauty Iain - which come to think about it is not a comment I would usually make about a Shack...... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 A beautiful example,love the paintwork and subtle weathering! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winenut Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Just brilliant. Really great scheme and finish. Congrats Iain! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Magnificent growler (not the first time I've said that to someone). 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meatbox8 Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 That's a real beauty. A terrific finish. Hope mine turns out as good. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Modeller Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 (edited) Beautiful and the weathering is perfect for a Shackleton - grimy and exhaust stained!! One of the best builds of this kit that I've seen!! Kev Edited February 6, 2016 by Mr Modeller 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mach82 Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 A beautifully built and weathered Shackleton. You have done justice to this amazing aircraft. Superb ..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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