seadog Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 I'm not going to read ANY reviews...I really don't want to hear that it's an unbuildable POS from anyone. Saw a real one at Kemble a few years ago, up close when it started Want it, panel lines, prop problems or whatever. Hey, I'm a modeller and I ain't afraid of no panel lines.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Kunac-Tabinor Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 All I can say is that it looked excellent on the stand at Telford, and if Mr Roy Sutherland can give it his thumbs up too, then that should be enough for 99.9% of modellers. I'm sure someone somewhere will find something to moan about with this kit, but from what I saw, Airfix will shift a whole load of these! Which will give them the income to get the Tempest sorted out for release end of next year. Jonners Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Jones Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 All I can say is that it looked excellent on the stand at Telford, and if Mr Roy Sutherland can give it his thumbs up too, then that should be enough for 99.9% of modellers. I'm sure someone somewhere will find something to moan about with this kit, but from what I saw, Airfix will shift a whole load of these! Which will give them the income to get the Tempest sorted out for release end of next year. Jonners Or another Spitfire , Jonners Andrew 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Kunac-Tabinor Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Or another Spitfire , Jonners Andrew Well that was a given Jonners Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerbob Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Which will give them the income to get the Tempest sorted out for release end of next year. I'm really hoping that was one of those things that wasn't supposed to slip out! Spits: yeah-baby; Typhoons: well...; Tempests: Oh yeah. bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenko Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 We're all going to look daft when they announce that the only kit they are doing for next year is a 1/48 Albermarle.................... Ps..... on the quiet I want more .......lots more Spits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giorgio N Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 (edited) We're all going to look daft when they announce that the only kit they are doing for next year is a 1/48 Albermarle.................... We might not be the only ones looking daft: think of the Airfix rep. going to a a wholesaler and saying "we'll be doing a 1/48 Albemarle" . The most likely reply would be "a 1/48 Albewhat ? Is it an aircraft or a ship ? Is it edible ?" :lol: :lol: P.S. the joke coming from someone who has a 1/72 vac kit of the type and intends to build it ! Edited November 14, 2012 by Giorgio N 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadog Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 How about a 1/48th Blackburn Blackburn? I didn't catch when the new Spit is due out? Nice if it arrived with the Type 45 Frigate in time for Yule.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 I didn't catch when the new Spit is due out? Nice if it arrived with the Type 45 Frigate in time for Yule.... Q1 2013 apparently. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aeronut Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 1/48 Albermarle Suits me, I'll have five please, I may well have to build the FM Horsa that's sat in the stash to go with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 When I first heard that Airfix were doing this kit I was a little disappointed. I really wanted a XIV, preferably the bubbletop version. But then I considered the sort of things I like to build. I build numerous models of types which have subtle changes between each model. I love to see how camouflage and other markings evolved. I can see at least five different scheme and marking variations for the XIX - and that's only considering RAF service. So suddenly I'm very happy with this kit! And if Airfix release a Mk XVIII in due course, the wings from that and the fuselage from the XIX will give us an early XIV. It's all good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerbob Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 We're all going to look daft when they announce that the only kit they are doing for next year is a 1/48 Albermarle.................... I was going to say, "But I've already got one!" ...and then I remembered that that was an Albacore. I don't know if even the obscure vac and resin producers want to do an Albemarle! bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenko Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 (edited) I was going to say, "But I've already got one!" ...and then I remembered that that was an Albacore. I don't know if even the obscure vac and resin producers want to do an Albemarle! bob It's a bit left field i know......but........................ Edited November 14, 2012 by jenko Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col. Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Having modelled PS853 in her current guise using the Airfix 72nd scale kit I'll have to find another machine to model in 48th. Either that or do her justice in the larger scale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giorgio N Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 (edited) I was going to say, "But I've already got one!" ...and then I remembered that that was an Albacore. I don't know if even the obscure vac and resin producers want to do an Albemarle! bob Well, Valom did a short run 1/72 plastic kit recently, so maybe at some point some company might do one in 1/48... after having seen some of the kits issued in the last few years nothing can surprise me anymore ! Having modelled PS853 in her current guise using the Airfix 72nd scale kit I'll have to find another machine to model in 48th. Either that or do her justice in the larger scale. Fortunately there's plenty of interesting options for a XIX. Wonder if the box will allow the modeller to build a non pressurised aircraft too ? One with invasion stripes wouldn't look bad ! Edited November 14, 2012 by Giorgio N Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 (edited) I'm not going to read ANY reviews...I really don't want to hear that it's an unbuildable POS from anyone. Saw a real one at Kemble a few years ago, up close when it started Want it, panel lines, prop problems or whatever. Hey, I'm a modeller and I ain't afraid of no panel lines.... This one is also my favourite scheme for the Spitfire Mk.XIX - and the one I used when I converted the Academy XiVc in to a XIX. I would have liked to see this one as one of the schemes in the kit. Karl Edited November 14, 2012 by Karl 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col. Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 I'm with you on that Karl, decals to do her in either current trim complete with Rolls Royce lettering and 'I Spy' character or period costume, either that or included in an aftermarket sheet for PR Spits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidelvy Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Fortunately there's plenty of interesting options for a XIX. Wonder if the box will allow the modeller to build a non pressurised aircraft too ? One with invasion stripes wouldn't look bad ! I think Airfix missed trick here. If they has provided the blower intake as a separate piece and both shallow and deep rear hood sections together with a cutting guide for the fuselage, then two versions could have been built from the box. As it is a conversion will involve a bit of cutting and sanding, which is not too difficult and the provision of a deeper rear canopy section, which some may find more problematic until the aftermarket boys catch on. Oddly, there is a deep canopy section in the Airfix Mk IX kit (I wonder if they intended a Mk VII as a future release?) This kit pre-dates Hornby and may not have exactly the right dimensions, but when I get my hands on a Mk XIX I may give it a go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Kunac-Tabinor Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 I'm really hoping that was one of those things that wasn't supposed to slip out! Spits: yeah-baby; Typhoons: well...; Tempests: Oh yeah. bob Bob, I also have a bridge for sale..... Jonners 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerbob Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 But I thought you were a man of your word! A man to be trusted! You said you would still resp... oh, nevermind 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Kunac-Tabinor Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 But I thought you were a man of your word! A man to be trusted! You said you would still resp... oh, nevermind What me, the 13th Earl of Wimbourne, with my reputation..... Jonners Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Supermarine Spitfire PRXIX 1:48 (A05119) Source: http://www.airfix.com/airfix-products/new-for-2013/aircraft-148-scale/a05119-supermarine-spitfire-prxix-148-a05119/ The box art V.P. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beastieboy Posted December 20, 2012 Share Posted December 20, 2012 I hope some one will do the "I Spy" decals for the current Mk19 owned by Rolls Royce. I was lucky enough to see her in her hanger lsat year and get some good shots of her. I talked to the very knowledgeable tecs. who as you would expect pointed me to the important things to look at Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daryl J. Posted December 23, 2012 Share Posted December 23, 2012 I'm in for a handful of these too. Khemed upgraded after Tintin left you know. (wink) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 I've just received this email regarding the PR.xix: "Hi Jason, This item has just arrived in the factory, the item should start appearing in shops towards the end of this week and start of next. Please allow a few days for the kit to appear for sale on the website. Regards, Sophie Dye Customer Care" happy days. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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