kiwitrogg Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Holy smoke that's impressive ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Low flyer Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 As said during the build, what a fantastic job you have done of this------------- Brilliant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimB Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Wow. A beauticul Walter. The MRGB and Gnome are just right, and match my memories of the mid-80s on SAR. You've set a very high standard for others to follow. Regards Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hendie Posted January 1, 2016 Author Share Posted January 1, 2016 Thanks for all the comments folks, all very much appreciated. It was a roller-coaster of a build and one that seemed to take on a life of it's own at some points. Had I known it was going to take this long and this much effort I probably would never have started it but in my ignorance leapt into it with a child like enthusiasm. I shall certainly be wary of any italeri kit in the future. The biggest problem I have now is that I also have the newly released Fly 1/32 HC2 and I have no idea what to do with it. Building it out of the box when there's such opportunity for detailing on a 1/32 doesn't seem right, but just repeating what I have done here but on a larger scale doesn't seem right either. I have no plans to start that anytime soon though so something might come to me before then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 That is not model making - It is master craftsmanship at it's very best! Aamzing, beautiful model. (The WIP is a good read too!) Cheers John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary West Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Simply amazing work and such an enjoyable WiP thread - very well done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire31 Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 "Attempt"? All the superlatives seem to have been used up by previous posters, so I'll just add that tired "shrunk reality" epithet. It's apt, though – I also got the impression of a real machine from the first photo. Congrats! Kind regards, Joachim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James G Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Great result Hendie, worth all the hard work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fritag Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 (edited) Well it's all been said already really hendie. Think I'll just add my thanks for posting and allowing us along for what has been a modelling tour de force. It was a privilege and a pleasure to watch the truly marvellous problem-solving and multimedia craftsmanship. The result is a simply outstanding wessex Edited January 1, 2016 by Fritag Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelling minion Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Absolutely stunning, both in the detailing and the quality of the build. I especially like the work you have done on the engines, stripped and rebuilt a lot of Gnome 1200's in my time (and their coupling gearbox) so I have a soft spot for the old Wessex and you have done a fantastic job on her. Very, very well done. Craig. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ascoteer Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Superb! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwality8 Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Superb looking beast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Stunning work, it looks great some fantastic detail, great job on the paint and very nicely finished... fantastic work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 That is nice. I followed the build with it's ups & downs but the finished product is just superb. Good effort sir. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agent K Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Wow, from some angles those photos in natural daylight look like the real thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roof Rat Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Na don't like it................ I absolutely love it just masterful congratulations RR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hairystick Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 As posted a few times in the build thread, absolutely stunning work! It has been a great build to follow and learn a few things along the way. Something that was looked forward to during '15. I imagine that '16 will be rewarded with competition awards - wherever it is displayed! Now, onto the bad points: The cockpit instrumentation clearly indicates a full fuel load... However, pressing the starter tit elicits zero response from the turbines. Can you please check the wiring and igniters? No hurry. Before midnight will suffice. She's on the ready alert from that time onwards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HL-10 Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 WOW! Great looking model, very impressive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 Hello Hendie,(Master Modeller) I did follow your WIP closely. The end result is amazing. It made my day in this new year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy wood Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 wonderful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fids Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 First class build, makes me wonder why I bother Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 Oh what a lovely Wessex,.........I`m glad that it is finally finished and that it looks so good, well done! Cheers Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 Certainly one of the epic builds of 2015 on Britmodeller, so much detailing to drool over and a great build log along the way that increased popcorn sales! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snitok1983 Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 Wonderfu build!!! Happy new year, dear colleague!!! The background is not to winterry but we are all keep the cristmas atmosphere!))))))))))) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 Oh. Wow. Yes indeed. Wow..............!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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