chameleon2009 Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 The Grumman F4F Wildcat was an American carrier-based fighter aircraft that began service with both the United States Navy and the British Royal Navy (as the Martlet) in 1940. First used in combat by the British in Europe, the Wildcat was the only effective fighter available to the United States Navy and Marine Corps in the Pacific Theatre during the early part of World War II in 1941 and 1942; the disappointing Brewster Buffalo was withdrawn in favour of the Wildcat and replaced as units became available. With a top speed of 318 mph (512 km/h), the Wildcat was still outperformed by the faster 331 mph (533 km/h), more manoeuvrable, and longer ranged Mitsubishi A6M Zero. But the F4F's ruggedness, coupled with tactics such as the Thatch Weave, resulted in an air combat kill-to-loss ratio of 5.9:1 in 1942 and 6.9:1 for the entire war.Serial: 50Pilot - Capt.Josef Foss flew this Wildcat while stationed at Henderson Field, Guadalcanal on 12 November 1942. Camouflage: Blue-gray (FS35189) upper surfaces and light gray (FS36440) under surfaces.paint that I used was model master acrylic as it was the only brand close enoughHer are the other items I used on this buildModel Kit:- Trumpeter 02223 - 1/32 F4F-4 WildcatAftermarket:- Grand Phoenix F4F Wildcat Cockpit (32005)- Eduard F4F-4 Detail Set (32109)- Eduard F4F-3 Undercarriage (32183)Montex 1/32 Masks & Markings for Trumpeter F4F-4 Wildcat- Resin Engine from vectorExternal Detail:- Scratch-built Ignition Wiring in Engine- Scratch-built brake Lines & Hydraulic Lines in Landing Gear- Antenna Wire and Insulators- Use Eduard Photo-etch Exterior Details (where applicable)Stenciled Insignia and Markingshope you enjoy the photos 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Brown Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 That is rather nice! Well done chap! Rick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravens Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 Excellent work. Ross. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 great looking wildcat nice job on the paint and finish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaotic Mike Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 Good job. Just the right amount (for me...) of fading, weathering and panel highlighting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bordfunker Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 Lovely looking build. Perfectly weathered. Karl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 Superb build,paintwork and weathering exceptional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 Cracking stuff, well played, Sean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnylurve Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 Excellent build! Great level of detail capped off by a flawless paint job. You can really see the effort you have put in. High five! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicE1 Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 Wow! that's nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted July 2, 2014 Share Posted July 2, 2014 Fantastic Wildcat, Great job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VonkeyVong Posted July 2, 2014 Share Posted July 2, 2014 very nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod bettencourt Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Really nicely done! Thanks for sharing. Rod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Lovely nice effects rgds mr b Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 A very special model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jer Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Superb build and finish! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skids Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Wow that looks amazing, good job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindan Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Good job, a pleasure to look at. I like the delicate definition of panel lines and faded paint etc. Professional! Cheers Lindan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSTON Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 OUTSTANDING build with lovely weathering. . love it.... Sent from Samsung Mobile on O2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redcap Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Tremendous with just the right amount of weathering. Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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