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1/72 Fujimi Phantom FGR.2, XV474/T, 74 (Tiger) Squadron, c.1992


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Great build, is that a lightning I can see?

Yes, and it's a sordid story: http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234970388-i-really-should-have-feared-this-group-buld-172-lightning-f3-sword-and-f6-airfix/

Great! Amazing result Sir! Such top job needs a great presentation ( or a display) just like a gorgeous lady needs a a gorgeous evening dress!

Very kind of you to say, but my (beautiful) wife refuses to change out of yoga pants on date night, and I suppose this is much the same.

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Well I was was a phantom driver on 29 Sqn just as the 'Air Defence grey' scheme was introduced. I am impressed by your model and am actively looking for such a model to build myself. 'Triplex' of course.

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One thing I would like to say is that even front line aircraft did not end up as 'shabby' as the modellers interpretation suggests. Sure, they were never pristine, unless out of 'major', but equally they received regular washes. The washes reduced the likelyhood of corrosion and maintained a semblance of 'military order'. I was always conscious of the condition of any aircraft I took to air shows. Indeed, it was the norm to have aircraft prepped for airshows ( of course this aircraft would go U/S on the day!). So all I would say is, don't go too far with the weathering, these were, after all, essentially peacetime aircraft.

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If you are like me, artistic license trumps all facts regarding perceived cleanliness and dirtyness. I think this is an inspiring build and the fact you have it done and posted is something to celebrate. I am thankful there are so many talented and motivated modellers online sharing their work, when there are days I find it difficult to even head in the general direction of my work bench. Call it living vicariously.

So thank you for posting this gorgeous Phantom, yoga pants are a gift of their own. :)

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Nice work, Edward! Very well done! :)

The Fujimi kits are little gems, that is for sure. I've not been able to find any seamless intake trunking for the kit though. To me, that's the only thing about the kit that needs to be rectified. Anyone know of any?

Cheers,

Bill

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One thing I would like to say is that even front line aircraft did not end up as 'shabby' as the modellers interpretation suggests. Sure, they were never pristine, unless out of 'major', but equally they received regular washes. The washes reduced the likelyhood of corrosion and maintained a semblance of 'military order'. I was always conscious of the condition of any aircraft I took to air shows. Indeed, it was the norm to have aircraft prepped for airshows ( of course this aircraft would go U/S on the day!). So all I would say is, don't go too far with the weathering, these were, after all, essentially peacetime aircraft.

Such an iconic aircraft - what was it like to fly?

Regards

Chris

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Whilst I would love to tell all about phlying the Phantom, I would get a 'red card' as it is not appropriate to this thread. After all, this is a ready for inspection model thread.

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Whilst I would love to tell all about phlying the Phantom, I would get a 'red card' as it is not appropriate to this thread. After all, this is a ready for inspection model thread.

Yes fair comment although with the huge number of Phantom fans on here I don't suppose anyone would really mind!

Chris

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