andrewa Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Hi everyone, Here's my conversion of the Airfix Merlin HC.3 to a Royal Navy HM.1. Along with plenty of scratchbuilding, it also benefits from the Eduard etched set, Archer rivet decals and Belcher Bits Stingray Torpedoes, by the time I'd finished, about the only parts not modified were the glazings. The WiP thread can be found here for anyone that's interested in seeing the changes: http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234956388-airfixevergreen-merlin-hm1/ The aircraft I've modelled was part of 457 flight of 829 NAS Fleet Air Arm, based on HMS Lancaster. The airframe is overall Medium Sea Grey, much of the aircraft is faded, but with a few panels freshly painted. Markings are a combination of painting and various decal sheets from the spares box. Andrew Here are the photos: Finally, three family shots: 51 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mozzy19 Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Lovely work. I like that a lot. Sean 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garry Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 What a machine didn't think I would see one of these from Airfix. All I can add is what an excellent job Andrew well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davepb Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Really superb work Andrew! I'm just starting the same conversion on a 1/144 Anigrand casting bought from a certain bootneck! Your conversion has provided some good references. Thanks 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moaning dolphin Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 A mighty fine effort, really enjoyed the WIP BZ! Bob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daryl_five_zero Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Wow, this is easily one of the most impressive conversions I have seen. I'd be terrified to even try something like that with a £50+ kit. Hats off to you, and congrats on a fantastic finished piece! Daryl. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 What a great job. Stephen 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heloman1 Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Congratulations Andrew a splendid effort and build and thanks for sharing the build thread. I think you have the 'sit' of the main rotorblades just right. Colin 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sailorboy61 Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 excellence in plastic - amazing jiob! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlamgat9 Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Wow. First time i have seen anyone attempt this. And you've licked it. Great stuff. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD tiger 1 Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Looks brilliant, fantastic job. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpha Delta 210 Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Sensational! Truly inspirational work. I LOVE it! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave A Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Ruddy marvellous! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamS Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Well, that certainly hit the spot. Magic! Graham ps - the Sea King and, much as I hate to say it, the white elephant F-35 look good too. pps - just noticed you sneaked in a tasty SHar too 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MPaul Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Thats very very nice. Was just looking at the build of the RAF version in my old Airfix mag. I didnt actually realise how big a Merlin was. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arachnid Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 GREAT,but do we have to have that awful F35 even mentioned ? your model of it was great,but I don't think I will ever accept the real thing !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snitok1983 Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Very well done! Masterpiece modeling work! I like it! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foghorn Leghorn Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Holy crap, astonishing! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary West Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Now there's modelling and there's modelling - awesome WiP build thread, great skills, amazing patience and a unique buld at the end of it. A* 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Thats off the scale on the gorgeous-ometer! Cheers john 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hovis Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Really like this, great work! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canberra kid Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Very nice Andrew! John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntPhillips Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Simply stunning, any chance you'll do another and make masters for an aftermarket conversion kit. We mere mortals live in hope. Didn't realise how much bigger the Merlin is compared to the Sea King. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 (edited) fantastic work looks superb, very nice work Edited May 3, 2014 by batcode 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Good work, followed your WIP, the final result is rather smart. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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