Brad Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 I meant this kit to be a bit of a quick build but it turn out a little more involved. The fit of the wings in-particular is pretty poor and the detail is a work of fantasy for the interior. Fortunately you can't see much of it. However, it can be bashed into something that looks half decent from about 3ft away. I am surprised no one has come out with a new Beau with the recent increase in 1/32 kits as the Revell kit is looking very tired in the market. 20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 It may be old & tired in the current market. But you made a serious go of it. Great work 👌. Maybe the modelling gods listen 1/32nd as you point out is becoming more popular so you might just get one. If the companies think theres a market they will build it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FatFlyHalf Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 Interesting. It got me to research (well, an interweb search) the cockpit canopy, seeing that solid panel. I found images of some Beaufighters so equipped. I'm curious Any idea why they were like this? FatFlyHalf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Modeller Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 (edited) You made a good job of what is a very basic kit Brad, certainly looks nice and I like the clean finish - very well done. Kev Edited August 6, 2017 by Mr Modeller 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Posted August 6, 2017 Author Share Posted August 6, 2017 1 hour ago, FatFlyHalf said: Interesting. It got me to research (well, an interweb search) the cockpit canopy, seeing that solid panel. I found images of some Beaufighters so equipped. I'm curious Any idea why they were like this? FatFlyHalf You mean the bulkhead behind the pilots seat? I've never seen a beau with that and I can guarantee you that it isn't in a Mk 21, cos I've sat in one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FatFlyHalf Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 33 minutes ago, Brad said: You mean the bulkhead behind the pilots seat? I've never seen a beau with that and I can guarantee you that it isn't in a Mk 21, cos I've sat in one. Hi, No I mean the solid, not clear, panel on the starboard side of the cockpit canopy. It's going to close off a large area of vision for the driver! So it must be there for an imprtant reason i can't fathom. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airfixpeter Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 Looking at your build makes me wish I didn't bin it. As I found the fit shocking anyway a damm nice build 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Posted August 6, 2017 Author Share Posted August 6, 2017 50 minutes ago, FatFlyHalf said: Hi, No I mean the solid, not clear, panel on the starboard side of the cockpit canopy. It's going to close off a large area of vision for the driver! So it must be there for an imprtant reason i can't fathom. Oh oh, that, no I forgot to take off one piece of the canopy masking before I took the pictures hahaha oops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Posted August 6, 2017 Author Share Posted August 6, 2017 15 minutes ago, peterairfix said: Looking at your build makes me wish I didn't bin it. As I found the fit shocking anyway a damm nice build Oh I used a lot of super glue and evergreen plastic on the wings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FatFlyHalf Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 More fool me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrettJohnson Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 I have not seen one one of these built for a very long time !! Well done sir. Looks like you got it to fit quite well. Lots of Filling and sanding I presume? Lovely clean finish, Really enjoyed these pictures thankyou. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildeSau75 Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Nice build - like it in this cameo. Cheers, Michael 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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