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At Sea

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  1. I cannot remember where I heard it but current curators of MH434 were discussing it's status (it may have been a PodCast, sorry about no reference) and said that the ultimate aim is to get her as close to the pic further up of her in squadron service. Shore carb intake and broader breech covers as they acknowledged that the current configuration is a bit inaccurate historically. As correctly stated IXb was used on RAF maintenance forms to signify an LF.IX as opposed to an F.IX.
  2. The EDSG car paint maybe my fault. That firm offer custom colours, I ordered some EDSG from them. I guess they made a batch!
  3. I bough the Italeri kit ages ago to build and sold it again as the sheer size of it in 1:48 gave me a headache as to where to put it. This will be easier to display and is therefore gratefully pre-ordered.
  4. I saw that, very impressive work. I’m happy to wait for an OOB VIII, I’m also hoping for an XII as well. But that’s probably a bit of a stretch!
  5. Ahhh, thank you. I’m building mine now & was thinking how great a canvas it would be for the makings of A58-631, ZP-V from 457 Squadron.
  6. Popping this in here rather than starting a new thread, I presume that there will be a Mk.VIII at some point? The rear fuselage insert piece suggest a retractable tail wheel would be an option.
  7. I’m interested in building one. My Great Uncle flew these: Sub.Lt. Oliver Dixon RNVR. FAA 815 sdn Fairey Albacore I HMS Grebe Missing presumed killed 23 July 1942.
  8. Exciting Update! Halfords Vauxhall Reed Green: pretty much a perfect WW2 RAF interior green. Using it on my 1/24 Spitfire IX now.
  9. Well that’s the plan B, which of course I shall report back on. Just wanted to know if anyone had tread this ground already.
  10. Apologies if this has been asked before but I am going to build my 1/24 Spitfire IX in flight. I have the pilot figure from my 1/24 Typhoon as well as the old 1/24 Spitfire Mk.I pilot. The Typhoon pilot is much more detailed, does anyone know if he fits? Thanks in advance.
  11. I think it would be fantastic & can only echo the comments that such an anticipated kit of such an iconic subject MUST be done by the A-Team. 1:72 Victor 1:24 Spitfire 1:48 Buccaneer 1:48 Sea King thats the quality required. I know Airfix can do it.
  12. My Grandfather was a Nav on Halifax B.III with 433 Squadron. I built his kit when I was a kid and it was poorly fitting then! You have made a silk purse from a sow's ear (and I think that's being unkind to pigs). As above; "C'mon Airfix, extract a digit and give us a decent B.III in 1/72 to go with the excellent Whitley, Wellington & Lancaster!"
  13. The wing works with the Spitfire XII to make a Seafire XV. Which I did a while ago…
  14. I’ve been fondling mine since it arrived and am having to use all of my self control to complete my 1/24 Typhoon first! Cons: 1) The larger cannon breech covers look very squared off on the leading edge to my eyes. 2) I bought 2 kits as I want one in flight hung up in my garage, there is no pilot. Boo! Pros: 1) It looks amazing. 2) There is definitely other versions coming as the tail wheel area being sectional means a retractable tail wheel option exists. The way they have designed the kit up to the firewall bulkhead allows multiple engine versions. If Airfix bring out a Mk.VIII (Shark Teeth) and a Mk.XII / Mk.XIV (Griffon) versions I will be giving them a lot of money over the next few years. Well done Airfix!
  15. I’d quite like a 1/72 Hampden to complete my Bomber Command cabinet.
  16. Anything with folding wings in 1/24 is a winner! Imagine: Seafire XV Seafire 47 Corsair Martlet Hellcat Sea Fury all in FAA schemes, in a glass display cabinet. Wings folded, cowlings open. As an aside the Mk.IX Spitfire does lend itself to allowing the after market guys a lot of Griffon based possibilities. Seafire XV, Spitfire XII / XIV.
  17. I’m really enjoying the 1/24 Typhoon I’m building right now. a new Hurricane to the same standard (especially a Desert IIc) would be fabulous. I also think a 1/24 Tomahawk would be fab.
  18. Better for the environment, I can see it now: "...Join the Army, where it's not just the colour that makes our tanks green!"
  19. The Airfix kit has Katy too, and Princess Elizabeth’s vehicle as well. just not on the official list of options, which may have been due to copyright sensitivity. I bought the Airfix kit because: 1) I didn’t even know Gecko models existed. 2) I wasn’t looking for an Ambulance but when it popped up on my Airfix email notifications I thought it looked like a fun build. However this could perversely work out well for Gecko, I rarely build much other than aircraft, and the world of armour modelling contains many brands I’m unfamiliar with so wouldn’t ever gave stumbled on the Gecko kit. I have now looked at their website and will probably buy something from them now I know they are there. I bet I’m not alone.
  20. This is bonkers. It has mystified me why Mustangs & Phantoms need a ‘Boeing Licenced product’ sticker when it’s arguable that a) Those companies, North American Aviation & McDonnell Douglas are defunct & b) those aircraft are essentially ’public domain’ as the shape is so iconic. If true that this is happening with all models where does it end? Corporate lawyers trying to justify their salary by raking in pennies of royalties. Yee gads!
  21. I think not including ‘Katie’ from the film is a massive oversight, presumably because of copyright issues? I bought one on pre-order because I love the film & think it would make a nice change from aircraft. Airfix will do well with this release I think. As for ‘Katie’, I expect the aftermarket decal chaps will be along shortly.
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