gengriz Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 (edited) Officially my last two builds of the year, both reflecting my 70th anniversaries build theme: First up, the Revell(ex-Matchbox) Supermarine Walrus from HMS VICTORIOUS, bearing the markings of the newly formed British Pacific Fleet. This is a most enjoyable little kit, confirming the excellent quality of Matchbox's biplanes. I added some basic interior detail, plus the radio masts to this one, but otherwise it is built as supplied. Areas to watch: aligning the wing and motor pod struts: Second, another build of my ancient FROG Stash, a Grumman Hellcat in British Eastern Fleet markings from 1839 Sqn in HMS INDOMITABLE. After my experience earlier in the year with the same kit, I have extended the undercarriage oleos on this one to a more realistic length: And finally the two together: FredT Edited August 17, 2019 by gengriz Undoing the damage that Photobucket inflicted 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OzH Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 Very nice Fred, very nice.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookenbacher Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 These are great Fred - it's interesting to see the Walrus and Hellcat next to each other. The Hellcat is definitely big for a fighter. This caused me to re-look at some of your past builds. Perhaps we could persuade you to post a pic of your WWII FAA collection? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jean Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 I love Frog and Matchbox kits!These are kits for real men!!! Both look absolutely lovely. Congrats JR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 Fantastic looking pair, really nice work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pascal JMW Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 Superb work ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foghorn Leghorn Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 I do like that Walrus, that aircraft has character. The Hellcat ain't bad either! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 fantastic pair they both look great, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darby Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 Pusser's retro...BZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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