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A Tale of Two Martlets


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Here we are; a pair of completed Martlet IVs. Both from HMS Formidable during Operation Torch. One with US stars from 888 Squadron FAA, and the other with wings folded from 893 Squadron (not 888 as per Airfix instructions. Not overly difficult to build, WIP can be found here  

   although the undercarriage was a serious pain and I had challenges with disappearing propeller markings. The prop hubs aren't quite right but they are all black Andy I can live with them. Brush painted with Xtracrylix and artists matt varnish. I think they capture the pugnacious look of Grumman's tubby little fleet fighter. 

 

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First the 888 machine

 

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And now the 893 mount

 

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Moderators, I've put this in the wrong place. It should be in the Ready For Inspection pages not WIP. I put it up late in the evening and popped it in the wrong place. Can you move it for me please.

 

Thanks 

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